Celebrations may 25 2014

Mason City, Iowa âœŚ Sunday, May 25, 2014

ANNIVERSARY

ANNIVERSARY

Thoms Celebrate 40 Years Denny Thoms and Becky (Proehl) Thoms of Mason City, Iowa, were married May 25, 1974, at the United Methodist Church in Primghar, Iowa.

BIRTHDAY

50th Anniversary Chuck and Joan (Jansen) Odens, of Forest City, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary at a family gathering, June 1.

WEDDING

100th Birthday

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Viola Roberts, of Fertile, will celebrate her 100th birthday May 31 with an open house.

Ashley Thome and Kyle Kohler were married March 1, 2014, at Holy Family Church Epiphany Parish in Mason City, Iowa.

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THANK YOUS Prayer to the Blessed Virgin

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(Never Known to Fail) Oh, Most Beautiful Flower of Mt. Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity.

Oh Star of the Son, help me and show me herein you are my Mother.

Oh, Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (make request).

There are none that can withstand your power.

Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (three times).

Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands (three times).

Say this prayer for three consecutive days.

You must publish it and it will be granted to you.

L.J.S.

To the Cities of Osage, Charles City, Mason City, Floyd, Rockford, and Family & Friends We would like to send a heartfelt thank you to all of you for the clothes, food, household items, money, a camper to use, shoulders to cry on, quilts, and toys.

Your thoughtfulness, kindness, and generosity will forever be deeply embedded in our hearts.

Celebrating Laura May you always have work for your hands to do. and Rachael May your pockets hold always a coin or two.

We’ve had a great year. Prayer to the Blessed Virgin May the sun shine Please join us for a cel(Never Known to Fail) bright on your windowebration of Laura Hutapea Oh, Most Beautiful Flower of Mt. Carmel, Fruitful and Rachael Matthew, Vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of pane.

May the rainbow be foreign exchange students God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. from Indonesia and NigeOh Star of the Son, help me and show me herein you certain to follow each rain.

May the hand of a ria. Saturday May 31, 2014, are my Mother. friend always be near you. from 2-4 p.m. at the Clear Oh, Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven And may God fill your Lake United Methodist and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my hearts with gladness to Church Fellowship Hall. heart to succor me in my necessity (make request). cheer you.

Dad, Mom and There are none that can withstand your power.

Hilary Altick, Jordon Sarah Trampel and Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who Mitchell, and Brayden Donna Buckley have recourse to thee (three times).

Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands (three times).

Say this prayer for three consecutive days.

Thank You Thank You You must publish it and it will be granted to you.

M.H.L. I would like to thank Thank you all for the my family and friends who cards and attending my sent me cards or posted 80th birthday celebramessages on Facebook for Thank You tion party. my 70th birthday. It was I’m really blessed I want to thank every one of you that came to my very much appreciated and retirement party, sent cards, and gifts. A special thanks to have my family and will be a day I will forever to Sharon, Sandy, Jane, Mary and Jodie for giving great friends. remember. God Bless all God Bless you all. the party. of you!

Ione Erickson Pat Powell Thank you again, Kathy Mullen

Thank you to Ed and Dorothy Kennedy for being such nice neighbors.

They always waved to me when I was mowing.

Sure going to miss you as neighbors.

God be with you, Gary Holland

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Anniversaries: At 25 years or more, we will publish the standard announcement free of charge. Anniversaries of less than 25 years can be published as a Day to Remember starting at $26.50. Custom wording & photos are an additional charge. (See chart below.)

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Birthdays, family events & special achievements will be published for $26.50. This includes a B&W 1 col. photo & up to 50 words. Larger photos and additional words may be purchased.

Birthdays of 80 years or more will be published without a photo free of charge. Custom wording and photos are an additional charge.

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Will be published for $10 up to 50 words.

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You will always be our angel, we wish you didn’t go. We love you now and forever, more than you know!

Alvin Hanna 1920 – 2004

Wish you were here, to hear your laughter, to see you smile, even shed a tear.

Sadly missed daily by your family.

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Dr. Timothy Twito 1957 – 2011

Tim Twito was a much loved son, brother, husband, father and friend. We all miss him so much, but our memories are all good. ★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

Naomi Hutchinson 1936 – 2013 I know that when my mum passed she did not go alone my dad reached out, held her hand and said I have come to take you home.

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Joan Hrubes 1937 – 2014

Hunter True 1995 – 2012

Your memory is our keepsake; in which we’ll never part. God has you in his keeping; we have you in our heart.

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Even though we’re far apart we are wishing on the same bright star. Somewhere out there someone’s saying a prayer for you.

“We Love You.”

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Dad-Grandpa you left this earth on Dec 26, we miss you every day and we know you are in a happier place.

We all miss and love you lots.

Terry Joe Knutson 1970 – 1986

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Robert Beek, Sr. 1942 – 2013

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You may have left, but you are always with us. You are loved and missed so much by your family.

Love Always, Bonnie

Freedom is not free! A big “Thank You” to all American Veterans who made this status possible.

We appreciate your sacrifice.

The Christiansen Family

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How’s Heaven Dad? I’d like to know. It’s been 5 years and we miss you so! I would give anything for your hello Babe, and a hug and a kiss; these are some things I dearly miss!!

Love, Sonja & miss you so much!

Arnold Simon 1922 - 2010

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Roger Ridder 1929 – 2008

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Your courage and bravery still inspire us all, and the memory of your smile fills us with joy & laughter.

Love, Mom, Dad & family

J.L. Christiansen 1925 – 2006

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We miss you and you will never be forgotten. We will remember your kindness, your funny antics, and good humor. Your time with us was truly God’s blessing. Gloria, Dennis, Linda, Debbie & Daryl Hartwig

Sgt. Blaine Mishak 1969 – 1992

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Happy 60th birthday in heaven! To my first love and the father of my beautiful daughters: Alissa Kristine and Angela Kay

H. DeVere Hartwig 1929 – 2009

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If I should live forever and all my dreams come true. My memories of life will always be of you.

Love, your wife

Raymond Joseph Gomez 1954 – 1981

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George L. Perry Sr. 1948 – 2013

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Retirement

Awards & Achievements Waldorf students receive leadership awards

FOREST CITY — The Waldorf College Student Senate hosted its annual Students Excelling in Activities and Leadership, or SEAL awards April 25. Several students were honored for their involvement with student organizations and public service activities.

Students receiving awards were: Thomas Cardwell, Dan Reeder, Worth County assessor and Joan of Largo, Fla., Returning R.A. of the Year award, Senator of the Year award and Outstanding Student Program Peterson, office manaward, for his involvement in planning homecoming ager, will celebrate their week activities; Shaye Sutherland, Chaska, Minn., retirements at an open Outstanding Student Program award for her involvehouse from 2 to 4 p.m. ment with planning homecoming week activities and Friday, May 30, at the Worth County Courthouse the Outstanding Supporting Member award of a Club/ Organization for her participation in campus ministry, in Northwood.

SWAT (Student Warriors Activities Team), Student Senate, and the Waldorf College volleyball team; Ashley Brinkman, of Manly received the Warrior Service Award for her work with the Hanson Family Life Playground clean up project; Cody Clark, of Lexington, S.C., was awarded the New Resident Assistant of the Year honor; Karly Ankarlo, of Duluth, Minn., received the Outstanding Student Leader award for her involvement in the Waldorf Choir, theme house and theatre.

Worth County assessor and office manager retire

Day to Remember Memorial Cecil Bosch Lonnie Bosch Jim Smith God has you in his care.

You’re three very special people.

I love and miss you.

Love, Lynnea

Thank yous Thank you The family of Beulah Hummel would like to thank everyone for the cards, food, memorials, and flowers.

All the prayers and acts of kindness shown prior to and following her death were greatly appreciated. A special thank you to Mercy Cancer Center, Concord Care Nursing home, and Hospice of North Iowa for her great care as well as Pastor Donna Buckman and staff and friends of Prairie View Apartments. Thank you to the ladies of the Klemme Immanuel Reformed UCC church and Marilyn of the Weathered Goose for the wonderful meal.

Leland Hummel, Diane and Joleen and families

Thank you Thanks to everyone who remembered me during my hospital stay with calls, prayers, gifts, visits and cards.

I appreciated it very much.

Dixie Berger

Shreeve receives President’s Award at Waldorf FOREST CITY — Chelsey Shreeve, of Cottrellville, Mich., received the 2014 President’s Award at Waldorf College’s commencement ceremony, May 3.

Shreeve graduated with a double major in theatre arts and education. She was involved in theatre and Alpha Psi Omega National Theatre Honor Society.

The President’s Award is Waldorf’s most prestigious student award. It is awarded each year at the spring commencement ceremony to one deserving student who displays outstanding academic achievement, exceptional leadership, moral character, high integrity and service beyond self. The selection of the President’s Award begins with the students who nominate and vote for candidates, followed by faculty and staff input before the final decision is made.

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Alliant Energy Foundation awards scholarship BELMOND — The Alliant Energy Foundation awarded a $1,000 scholarship to Kacie Schumann, of Belmond, and a senior at Belmond-Klemme High School.

Schumann was one of 25 recipients of the $1,000 scholarships awarded to graduating high school seniors throughout Iowa and Wisconsin.

Award selection is based on participation in a leadership role in community service activities and volunteer work, academic grade point average, standardized test scores, and the content of a 300-word essay submission.

The Alliant Energy Foundation provides more than 100 educational scholarships annually to young adults throughout Alliant Energy’s utility service area.

Schmitt graduates from University of Nebraska LINCOLN, Neb. — Jake A. Schmitt, of Algona, was among more than 2,900 students who received degrees from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in ceremonies May 9-10.

Schmitt received Bachelor of Science degrees in computer engineering and electrical engineering.

U of I Students inducted into Phi Beta Kappa IOWA CITY — Ruth Lapointe, of Mason City, and Julia Jessen, of Joice, were inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa Society for the 2013-14 academic year, at the University of Iowa.

Phi Beta Kappa is an honors organization recognizing academic achievement. Outstanding students who are eligible, primarily seniors, are invited to join the society each semester.

Congratulations to the Class of 2014!

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Awards & Achievements Stebens Children’s Theatre holds annual Awards Night MASON CITY — The Stebens Children’s Theatre held its annual award ceremony, May 10. The following adult volunteers and students were awarded trophies and plaques for their accomplishments.

Susan D. Fisher award — to adult volunteers: Brian Bauer, Marguerite “Muggs” Erickson and Eloise Davis.

Ann Cameron award — Amelia Ouverson; Andy Gasaway Spirit award — Marcus Buttweiler; Kevin M. Dear Leadership award — Lydia Ouverson.

SCT Senior Awards — Alex Bernemann, Andrew Boehnke, Madeline Chyba, Emily Dodd, Callie Ginapp and Noah Johnson.

The SCT Play Award — Andrew Bailey, Austin Bailey, Alex Bernemann, Carolyn Bernemann, Sarah Betz, Marcus Buttweiler, Sophia Ciavarelli, Drake Davis, Noah Murray, Amelia Ouverson, Ellie Seaton and Elijah Warfield.

The SCT Tech award — Amelia Ouverson; The Outstanding Back Stage Actor and Actress Awards -Ben Siglin and Meira Bahls.

The Outstanding Male Character — Eden Lewerke for her

character of Wilber in CHARLOTTE’S WEB; The Outstanding Female Character — Sophia Ciavarelli for her role as the White Witch in THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE; The Outstanding Male Character in a Supporting Role — Andrew Bailey for his role as Mr. Beaver in THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE; Outstanding Female Character in a Supporting Role — Lydia Ouverson for her role of Ida in HONK!; The Unique Male Character — Noah Johnson for his character of Uncle in CHARLOTTE’S WEB; The Unique Female Character — Sarah Betz for her character of the Bullfrog in HONK! The Outstanding Crew Award — was given to the crew of THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE and included Andrew Bailey, Austin Bailey, Meira Bahls, Carolyn Bernemann, Ava Ciavarelli, Catherine Gobeli, Madilynn Loats, Senai Lewerke, Nick Schmidt, Angela Schutt, Ellie Seaton, Ben Siglin, Erika Sloan, Sabrina Staudt and Maddie Wann.

First Character Certificates were presented to the following students for their work in “A

CHRISTMAS CAROL”: Andrew Boehnke as Jacob Marley’s Ghost, Megan Dahlin as Housemaid, August Davison as Follower, Anna Godfrey as Cook, Tiyana Rogers as Morgiana, Erika Sloan as Henrietta and Claire Reidel as Girl.

For “THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE” First Character Certificates were presented to: Maggie Gerrietts as Mouse, Ella Jumper as Mouse, Jordy Jumper as Mouse and Tabitha Ryal as Butterfly.

For “HONK!” First Character Certificates were presented to Jennaya Everist as Froglet, Anna Floden as Froglet and Derek Johnson as Goose and Boy’s Voice.

Adjudicated Best Character individual trophies — Maya Jalukar, Marcus Buttweiler, Eden Lewerke and Madison Braun.

First Place Adjudicated 5th Tier Skit Certificates — Courtney Doughan and Nicholas Fallis for “The Great Beyond.”

First Place Adjudicated 6th Tier Skit Certificates — Madison Braun and Eden Lewerke for “New Best Friends.”

Seventh Tier Challenge Awards — Alex Bernemann and Mary Rohne.

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Dordt College awards degrees at commencement ceremony SIOUX CENTER — Dordt College awarded 344 diplomas at the 2014 commencement ceremony, May 9, in the B.J. Haan Auditorium.

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Our hearts still ache in sadness and secret tears still flow, what it meant to lose you, no one will ever know. ★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

Mark A. Gauger 1955 – 2011

Mark, you went too soon, but God had plans to end your suffering.

You will always be in our hearts and prayers. We miss you!

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It has been 10 years since you went away, and we have missed you every day. We love you.

Cayla, Seth, Nicole, Nana, Mom & Dave

India Esser 1976 – 2000

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I can no longer see you with my eyes, touch you with my hands, but I will feel you in my heart forever.

Kelly & girls

SPC. Dustin S. Colby 1983 – 2004

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They say there is a reason, They say that time will heal, but neither time nor reason will change the way we feel. We love & miss you.

Mom, Dad, Brea, Rob, Michelle & Matt

David Miles 1941 – 2013

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Spc Joshua Knowles 1980 – 2004

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Many thanks goes to our mother, grandmother & great-grandmother for our wonderful memories.

Miss you always.

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Ella Mae Lee 1916 – 2011

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Many thanks goes to our parents, grandparents & great-grandparents for all you taught us.

Miss you always.

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You enriched all our lives with laughter and fun and all lessons. We’ll never forget.

You’ll always be in our hearts.

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Alethea Pendergast 1906 – 1999

Your presence we miss, your memories we treasure, loving you always, forgetting you never.

Love, Mom

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Those we love don’t go away; they walk beside us every day. The grandkids miss your fun loving way.

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James Douglas Byrne 1985 – 2007

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Wayne Bork 1924 – 2011

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He meant so much to us. We loved him very much and we will miss him. He was the best ever in the world. God called you home, but you’re always in our thoughts and prayers.

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Robert Duane Beek, Sr. 1942 – 2013

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We love and miss you every single day! We know you are watching over us from “ The Best Seat in the House”!

Love Your Family

Donald Ebbers 1936 – 2000

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Your smile has gone forever and your hand we cannot touch, we have so many memories of you Mike, we love so much.

Love you forever

Rick Larson 1967 – 2014

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Joe drove a school bus and did much repair work on cars before he died. He also farmed.

Michael Krein 1955 – 2014

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Joe Hanawalt 1917 – 2011

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We love and miss you – Donna, Rylee, Nikki, Deon, Kathy, Ken, Codie, Mike, Zach, Amanda, Judy, Marty ★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

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You played a special leading part in all the treasured memories we hold in our hearts! We miss you and love you!

Your Entire Family

Ernest W. Maxson 1921 – 2002

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“Uncle Jerry” Master Joke teller & Fisherman. We miss our uncle we’ll never forget him. In memory of my beloved brother, the 82nd Airborne Paratrooper.

Love, Janice, Dan Easley & Family

Joan Rose 1933 – 2008

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Jerry Lee Deckard 1935 - 2011

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Three months gone, without warning or notice- so healthy & strong, our everything. We love you SO MUCH forever and miss you like crazy.

Teresa, kids and Chopper

★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

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Craig Monson 1948 – 2014

★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★ ★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

Although we are apart you’re always in our hearts. We love and miss you every day.

Your loving wife, children, and grandchildren

★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★ ★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

“Silently, one by one, in the infinite meadows of heaven, Blossomed the lovely stars, the forget-me-nots of the angels.”

Family and Friends

Vern Wiebrand 1927 – 2013

It’s been 2 years since your passing. We think about you and miss you every day. We love you. Aunt Tyies, Uncle Ron, Ally, Ryan, Grandma & Grandpa

★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

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We miss you very much. You will always be remembered by your family and friends.

Forever in our hearts, Mom, Dad and Olivia

Ian Michael Decker 1988 – 2012

Jesse Lee Yun Richardson 1994 – 2012

★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

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Jesse Lee Yun Richardson 1994 – 2012

Always in our thoughts.

Forever in our hearts.

Great Grandma Dolly, Victor, Misty, Miranda & Keegan ★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★ ★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★ ★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

You were a great brother, uncle and son. We miss you and think about you every single day. We love you, Tyies, Ron, Ally, Ryan, Mom and Dad

★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

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Donald Peckham, Jr. 1957 – 2001

★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

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Always in our thoughts.

Forever in our hearts.

Dolly and Victor, Misty, Miranda and Keegan

Devlin Obregon 2005 – 2013

★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

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His memory is my keepsake with which I’ll never part.

God has him in his keeping, I have him in my heart.

Love Aivetta & Family

Emily Block 1913 – 2013

★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★ ★ THOSE WE REMEMBER ★

Not a day goes by that I don’t think about this amazing man. I love and miss you very much Grandpa.

Jerry Haxton 1935 – 2003

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Byrnes Lemke 1922 – 2011

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E8 ✦ Sunday, May 25, 2014

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E10 ✦ Sunday, May 25, 2014

Globe Gazette Celebrations

Awards & Achievements as a consultant in the Coe College Writing Center.

Within the community, he also volunteered for Habitat for Humanity, the Community Health Free Clinic, and the St. Luke’s Hospital Emergency Department.

He was named to the Dean’s List, finishing with a GPA in the top ten percent of the student body for four years. Levi also was inducted into the following academic and leadership honor societies: Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Kappa Phi, Alpha Lambda Delta, and the Order Kellogg graduates of Omega.

Coe College is a selecfrom Coe College tive, private, nationally recognized four-year CEDAR RAPIDS coeducational liberal arts — Levi Kellogg of Clear Lake, graduated cum laude institution providing from Coe College in Cedar superior educational experiences for students since Rapids, Iowa, on May 11, 1851. Coe is one of the fin2014. Levi was awarded a est liberal arts colleges in Bachelor of Arts degree, the U.S. as recognized by a majoring in biology and variety of widely respected neuroscience.

While at Coe, he served college ranking publications. as the recruitment chair Levi is a 2010 graduate and secretary for Tau of Clear Lake High School Kappa Epsilon, served and is the son of Doug and as the vice president of Pam Kellogg. finance on the Inter-FraLevi is employed with ternity Council, was a stuEpic in Madison, Wis. dent senator and worked

KIMT hosts Scholastic All-Stars/ Golden Apple Luncheon

Boyle

Lichman

Mueller

Peters

Noon Rotary Club announces scholarships MASON CITY — The Noon Rotary Club presented scholarships to four Mason City students. The winners were selected on the basis of academic performance, and participation in community service projects that exemplify the Rotary motto, “Service Above Self.” The students read their essays and accepted their scholarship checks at the Noon Rotary meeting on May 19.

Collin Boyle is the son of Cindy Boyle and Scott Boyle. Collin will attend Luther College.

Jared Lichman is the son of Tim and Laurie Lichman. He will attend Central College in Pella this fall.

Meagan Mueller is the daughter of Pam and Mark Mueller. Her college choice is the University of Northern Iowa.

Nicoletta Peters is the daughter of Robert and Iwona Peters. She is headed to Macalester College in St. Paul this fall.

Hackfort inducted into Honor Society

BETTENDORF —

Alexa Hackfort, daughter of Loras and Karen Hackfort, of Bettendorf, and granddaughter of Melvin and Frances Koenigsberg of Sheffield, was inducted into the Alpha Sigma Nu Grandson commissioned honor society at Marquette University on April Second Lieutenant in Army 5, 2014.

Induction into Alpha EDINA, Minn. — Ben Charles Quimby, of Edina, Sigma Nu is the highest Minn., grandson of Jean LeWarne, Mason City, was graduated Cum Laude May 10, from Iowa State Univer- academic honor a student sity with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. An ROTC can earn at Marquette cadet, he was commissioned a second lieutenant in the and is based on scholarship, loyalty, and service.

U.S. Army and branched to the Corps of Engineers. He Candidates must rank in will report for active duty to Fort Leonard Wood, Mo. the top 15 percent of their Ben is the son of Dawn (LeWarne) Quimby and Jim class to be considered Quimby of Edina, Minn. Ben’s mother, Dawn, grew up for induction. in Mason City and is a 1977 graduate of Mason City High School and a 1979 graduate of North Iowa Area Community College.

MASON CITY — Over 90 seniors from 42 area high schools, attended KIMT’s 25th annual Scholastic AllStars/Golden Apple Awards luncheon, May 13.

KIMT began Scholastic All-Stars in 1989 to recognize high school seniors who excel academically in school activities, as well as in their communities.

The Golden Apple Award finalists and the Teacher of the Year were also recognized. This award is an honor to educators who are nominated by their students because of the impact they have made in their life. The five finalists include: Randy Mogk, St. Ansgar Middle School; Betsy Kirby, Harding Elementary School; Sarah Downing, Charles City High School; Jeslynne Vaage, Lincoln Intermediate School, and Troy Einertson, Clear Creek Elementary School. The Golden Apple Teacher of the Year is Sharon Schaub, of Northwood-Kensett Elementary School in Northwood.

UNI Graduate receives Lux Service Award CEDAR FALLS — Daye Pope, of Clear Lake, is among three graduating students from the University of Northern Iowa presented the Lux Service Award, for exemplary service to the university.

A political communication major, Pope has been actively involved in UNI Proud, the Feminist Action League, Panther Magazine, the Northern Iowa and the Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG). Pope served as president of UNI Proud for two years, and was part of the group of students who called for the new LGBT Center on campus. Pope also volunteered with various political campaigns, including serving as an intern for Sen. Tom Harkin in Washington, D.C. Requirements for the award include being scheduled to graduate in 2014, a minimum 2.5 grade point average, and demonstration of service to UNI during the recipient’s academic career that will leave a lasting impact on the university community.

Lovell inducted into Honor Society CLEAR LAKE — Christopher Lovell, of Clear Lake, was recently initiated into Phi Kappa Phi, a collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Lovell was initiated at the University of Texas at Arlington.

Membership requires nomination and approval by a chapter. Only the top 10 percent of seniors and 7.5 percent of juniors, having at least 72 semester hours, are eligible for membership.

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Party & Event Planning

Awards & Achievements First United Methodist Scholarships announced MASON CITY — First United Methodist Church, Mason City, announced 2014 scholarship recipients.

Bill Oleson Scholarship ($1,000) — Kayla Newell, a senior at Mason City High School. She will attend Minnesota State University in Mankato to

Algona High School Music Ensembles place at Festival

pursue studies in communications/public relations.

Wally Stittsworth Scholarship ($500) — Kendra Miller, a senior at Central Springs High School, Manly. She will attend Central College at Pella, to pursue studies in pre-med./Spanish.

First United Methodist Church Scholarship ($500) — Elise Duvall, a 2008 graduate of Mason City High School. She is continuing her education for a Master of Arts degree in piano pedagogy and performance at the University of Iowa.

AHS Jazz Musician named All-State

ALGONA — Algona High School musician Peter Jorgenson participated in the 2014 Class 3A Iowa AllState Jazz Band May 14-15, at the Iowa Bandmasters ALGONA — Ensembles Association Conference in Des Moines.

Peter was selected as one of only two alto saxophonfrom the Algona High School Music Department ists for the band statewide, and earned the position as the lead alto sax for the band. attended the State Large Students who audition for the All-State Jazz Band Group Festival May 9, in submit a recording of their playing in February and are Humboldt. The Concert Band and Chamber Singers accepted based on a blind audition process. Accepted students are given music to prepare on their own and were awarded a Division I then participate in two days of intense rehearsal. rating, the Concert Choir A culminating concert is given by the band following was awarded a Division its second day of rehearsal.

II rating, and the Mixed Acceptance into the Iowa All-State Jazz Band is the Chorus was awarded a highest honor a high school instrumental jazz student Division III rating. can receive in the state of Iowa.

Philpott graduates with Nursing Degree FAYETTE — Amber Philpott, of Hampton, graduated cum laude, with a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing at Upper Iowa University, in March.

Students graduating cum laude had a grade point average of 3.7 to 3.5.

MN State University-Mankato spring graduates

MANKATO, Minn. — Minnesota State University, Mankato awarded 2,413 degrees during spring/summer commencement exercises May 10, in Taylor Center on the Minnesota State Mankato campus.

North Iowa graduates include: BUFFALO CENTER — Tamara Price, Bachelor of Science degree in nursing.

CLEAR LAKE — Amber Smith, Bachelor of Science degree in marketing.

GARNER — Heather Bauer, Bachelor of Science Westfall graduates degree in open studies.

LAKE MILLS — Blake Grotewold, Master of Scifrom University ence degree in information technology. of Kansas MASON CITY — Katie Haygood, Bachelor of Science degree in open studies.

LAWRENCE — Aren ROCKWELL — Joshua Mellman, Bachelor of SciWestfall, of Nora Springs, ence degree in marketing. was among the spring ST. ANSGAR — Hannah Gerk, Bachelor of Science graduates at the University degree in dental hygiene, graduated summa cum laude of Kansas. He received a Bachelor of Science degree (a grade point average of 3.8 or higher). in nursing.

BRIDAL SHOPS The Bridal Theatre

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641- 713-2303 www.bridaltheatre.com Store Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat 10am-3pm Thursdays 10am-7pm thru May 1st

Formalities 641.423-6124 21 2nd St NE, Mason City formalitiesbridalwear.com formalitiesbridalwear@yahoo.com Formalities carries bridal gowns, bridesmaids, flower girl, mothers gowns, and prom dresses. Formalities is now offering tuxedo rentals!

Bliss Bridal and Formalwear 641.201.1032 2810 South Federal Ave., Mason City Open 7 days a week for your convenience www.blissformalwear.com “Find your bliss at North Iowa’s largest bridal and formalwear superstore! We’ve stocked our boutique with hundreds of exclusive gowns in sizes 0-32, from designers all over the world. We have styles for every member of your party-from casual to elegantbackyard to beach! We also have all of the latest styles of tuxedos on display so that we can coordinate your color palette perfectly. We do request appointments for bridal consultations so that we can spend quality time assisting you in the search for your dream gown.

Sew Heavenly Creations LLC 641.892.4111 209 W. Gilman St. Sheffield, IA Appointments welcome. www.sewheavenlycreations.net Email: sewheavenly@netins.net Let us help you make your wedding day special. We have a variety of bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, mother and grandmother gowns. We provide in-house alterations to ensure the perfect fit. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, our seamstresses will help you design your perfect dress. We also have a great selection of accessories. Tux rental is available. Sew Heavenly Creations is your “Bridal Store & Sew Much More!”

CATERING/SPECIALTY FOODS Treasured Mints

Sarah 515-570-2175 (primary) LuAnn 515-570-6107 2060 290th St. Garner, IA 50438 info@treasuredmints.com www.treasuredmints.com Treasured Mints can make mints for all of your treasured

moments in life including your Baby Showers, Baptism, Graduation, Wedding, Birthdays and Any Other Treasured Events and Occasions. Customized, homemade, molded mints in a variety of flavors! All mints are handmade by Sarah and LuAnn!!

Hours: 8 AM – 8 PM

Whiskey Creek Wood Fire Grill 1519 4th Street SW, Mason City 641.423.4000 Catering for all occasions including weddings, birthdays, retirements, holiday gatherings, reunions and anniversaries. Also available for business meetings. Call for our catering menu.

PHOTOGRAPHY

Photography by Darren

Darren Poole Photographer/Owner 716 N 10th St., Clear Lake, Iowa 50428 Phone: 641-231-1109 E-mail: Darren@pbdnow.com Website: www.pbdnow.com Weddings-Seniors-Family-Children-Commercial

PRINTING PostNet

641.423.1980 451 Indian Head Dr., Mason City Between Wal-Mart & Kohl’s www.postnet.com/ia103 Featuring the finest in personalized wedding and social stationery Whether it’s an invitation for a wedding, an anniversary or graduation, depend on Post Net to deliver the perfect message.

Community Quick Print

19 - 8th Street SE, Mason City 641.424.4342 www.communityqp.com For all your wedding print needs: Invites, save the dates, programs, thank you’s, posters, personalized give-a-ways & more.

TRAvEL

Allen Travel Agency & Cruise Quest 641.357.5223 or 800.475.5223 300 1st Ave. N., Clear Lake We are your full time professional travel planners and cruise vacation specialist, in service since 1951.

WEDDING SITE AND RECEPTION PM Park

15297 Rainy Drive South Shore, Clear Lake 641.357.1991 or 641.529.2222 www.pmpark.net Wedding site, reception and lodging available all on beautiful Clear Lake. If you are thinking about booking for 2014, give us a call - our dates are filling up fast!

CENTRAL GARDENS

800 2nd Avenue North, Clear Lake www.central-gardens.org Events Coordinator: tcarman@mediacombb.net or 641-231-1153 Schedule your most memorable event amidst picturesque gardens at Central Gardens. Accommodating any size weddings, business or family gatherings, class reunions and receptions (graduations, anniversary, etc.)

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Contact Whitney Tait at the Globe Gazette to inquire about getting your business added to the Celebrations Party and Event Planning Guide.

641.421.0571 or whitney.tait@globegazette.com

E12 ✦ Sunday, May 25, 2014

Globe Gazette Celebrations

Anniversaries

Birthdays

Odens, 50 years FOREST CITY — Chuck and Joan (Jansen) Odens of Forest City, Iowa, were married on June 1, 1964, at the Congregational Church in Springfield, South Dakota.

The couple’s children are Jennifer (Todd) McQuown of Forest City, Joel and Ann Odens of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, and Jill (Brandon) Johnson of Cordova, Tennessee.

Grandchildren are: Kelsey, Carly, and Callie McQuown; Anthony, Henry, and Charlie Odens; Matthew and Abigail Johnson.

They will celebrate June 1 with a family gathering hosted by the McQuowns.

Thoms celebrate 40 years

Viola Roberts, 100

MASON CITY — Denny Thoms and Becky (Proehl) Thoms of Mason City, Iowa, were married May 25, 1974, at United Methodist Church, in Primghar, Iowa.

A wedding reception and dance followed in Paullina, Iowa, with the Hooterville Fire Department Band playing the night away.

The couple will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary. Cards can be sent to Denny and Becky Thoms at 507 South Monroe Ct., Mason City, IA 50401.

The couple’s family: Derek and his wife Aaron-Marie Thoms live in Marion, Iowa, with their 3 boys Deklan (4 years), Drew (16 months), and Davis (16 months).

FERTILE — Viola Roberts, of Fertile, will celebrate her 100th birthday at an open house from 2 to 5 p.m.

Saturday, May 31, at the Church of Christ, Fertile.

She requests no gifts, please.

Hosts for the event are her children: Wayne (Jean) Roberts, Clear Lake; Don (Peggy) Roberts, Chico, Calif., and Joanne (Richard) Zrostlik, Shell Rock.

Viola was born May 31, 1914, in Fertile.

Wedding Marlys Rops, 80 Kohler, Thome MASON CITY — Ashley Thome and Kyle Kohler were married March 1, 2014, at Holy Family Church Epiphany Parish in Mason City, Iowa.

Ashley is the daughter of Peter and Cheryl Thome of Stacyville, Iowa.

Ashley’s grandparents are Joan and the late Leon Thome of Yuma, Arizona, and Berniece and the late Robert Mead of Adams, Minnesota. Kyle’s parents are John and Carla Kohler of Nora Springs. Kyle’s grandparents are Betty and

the late Laurence Kohler and John and Barbara Repp, all of Mason City.

Kyle is employed by Mason City Red Power and Ashley is employed by Principal. They reside in Nora Springs, Iowa.

Marlys Rops will be 80 years old on May 28.

We will have a party on Sunday, June 1, from noon until 4 p.m.

All family and friends are welcome.

“Stop and say Hi”.

Please, no gifts.

1008 12th St. N.E. Mason City, IA 50401