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Engagement of
Bernadine Willstead & Mark Hittlet Engagement of
Brooke Kappes & Scott Scholl
Engagement of
Bernadine C. Willstead of Amboy and Mark A. Hittlet of Dixon announce their engagement. The bride-elect is the daughter of Eileen C. Lauts of Amboy and the late Gene J. Lauts. Her fiancé is the son of the late Fred and Louise Hittlet. The bride-elect is a graduate of Amboy High School and received marketing certification from Sauk Valley Community College. She is employed by Allied-Locke Industries in Amboy. Her fiancé is a graduate of Dixon High School, and he attended Sauk Valley Community College. He is retired from Exelon-Commonwealth Edison. The couple are planning a Sept. 15, 2018 wedding. Invitations have been sent.
Roy and Shelly Kappes of Chadwick announce the engagement of their daughter, Brooke Noelle Kappes of Dixon to Scott Scholl of Dixon, the son of Bruce and Julie Scholl of Polo. The bride-elect is a graduate of Milledgeville High School and Sauk Valley Community College. She is employed as a radiology technician at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center in Rockford. Her fiancé is a graduate of Polo Community High School and Illinois State University. He is self-employed as a sixth-generation farmer on the family farm. The couple are planning a Sept. 22, 2018 wedding at East Jordan United Methodist Church. Invitations have been sent.
Jennifer Knutsen and Aaron House of Sterling announce their engagement. The bride-elect is the daughter of Keith and Holly Knutsen of Sterling. Her fiancé is the son of Becky and Rod Wares of Sterling and the late Mark House. The bride-elect is a graduate of Sterling High School. She is employed by VeriFacts Inc. Her fiancé is a graduate of Sterling High School. He is employed by Walmart Distribution Center in Sterling. The couple are planning a Sept. 22, 2018 wedding. Invitations have been sent.
Happy Birthday
Happy Birthday
Happy Birthday
Jennifer Knutsen & Aaron House
55th Anniversary
Mr. & Mrs. Larry Cater Mr. and Mrs. Larry Cater of Dixon will celebrate their 55th wedding anniversary Sept. 22, 2018. Larry Cater and Edie were married Sept. 22, 1963, at 1684 River Ridge Drive in Dixon. They are the parents of Lori (Gary) Wilhelm of Amboy, Michael (deceased), Mark (Heidi Bender) of Sterling, and Julie (Kurt) Akerman of Rock Falls. They have 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 1684 River Ridge Drive, Dixon, IL 61021.
Sterling High School Class of 1945 Reunion Sterling High School Class of 1945 reunion will meet for lunch at 1 p.m. Sept. 29, 2018, at Sterling Red Apple Restaurant. Call Neva Johnson at 815-6263293 to make reservations.
Celebrating 90 Celebrating 90
Martin Von Holten
Norma Jean Reed
Martin Von Holten of Walnut will celebrate his 90th birthday Sept. 15, 2018, with a card shower. The omission of gifts has been requested. He was born Sept. 15, 1928 in rural Tampico, and is married to Mary Von Holten. He has two children and four grandchildren. Cards may be sent to 102 Fifth St., Walnut, IL 61376.
Norma Jean Reed will celebrate her 90th birthday Sept. 14, 2018, with her son and family in Austin, Texas. She was born Sept. 14, 1928, in Dixon. She has one son, Jerry (Connie) Reed, and one grandson. Cards may be sent to 1309 Long St., Dixon, IL 61021.
Celebrating 85
Avis Rosenow Avis Rosenow of Tampico will celebrate her 85th birthday Sept. 26, 2018. She was born Sept. 26, 1933, and was married to the late Ivan Rosenow. She has two children, five grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. Cards may be sent to P.O. Box 341, Tampico, IL 61283.
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Hicks & Ross
Thomas and Sherrie Hicks of Dixon announce the marriage of their daughter, Sara Elizabeth Hicks, to Carson Denver Ross, the son of Zack and Julie Ross of Amboy. The Oct. 7, 2017, ceremony was performed at Grace United Methodist Church in Dixon, with a string quartet playing at the ceremony. The maids of honor were Stevie Hicks and Susie Hicks, sisters of
the bride. Bridesmaids were Kaylie Hawbaker of Orlando, Florida, Brook Monson of Byron, and Stephanie Brockwell and Shauna Sheridan, both of Dixon, all friends of the bride. The best man was Nate Sosa of Dixon, friend of the groom. Groomsmen were Colby Ross of Fishers, Indiana, Camden Ro s s a n d C a n a a n Ro s s , both of Amboy, brothers of the groom, and Jeff Monson of
Byron, friend of the groom. The ring bearer was Andrew Hicks, and the flower girl was Abby Hicks, cousins of the bride. The host and hostess were Natalie Glenn and Drew Brockwell, friends of the bride and groom. Ushers were James Lawson, Scott Powell and Jeff Powell, cousins of the bride. A dinner reception was at Dixon Elks. The hall was beautifully decorated by “I do Events” from
Davenport, Iowa. Sara graduated in 2009 from Dixon High School and works at First National Bank of Amboy as a teller supervisor. Carson graduated in 2007 from Amboy High School, and in 2013 from Sauk Valley Community College. He is employed at Thomson Federal Prison. After enjoying their honeymoon in Hawaii, the couple reside in Morrison.
Wegner & Gosch Greg and Linda Wegner of Dixon, announce the marriage of their daughter, Kimi, to Ralph Gosch, the son of Nancy and Kurt Slavik of Dundee and Dale and Karen Gosch of Elburn. The June 2, 2018, ceremony was at Emma Hubbs Tennis Courts in Dixon, officiated by Pastor Jeff Hart, godfather of the groom. The couple had strong connections to the late Emma Hubbs and coincidentally had their relationship blossom on the tennis courts. The matrons of honor were Katie Wegner of St. Paul, Minnesota, sister of the bride and Hillary Johnson of Denver, Colorado, friend of the bride. Bridesmaids were Kellsi Howell of Dixon, and Lauren Smith of Indianapolis, Indiana, friends of the bride. The best man was Josh McEwen of Davis, California, friend of the groom. Groomsmen were Bud Helfrich and Ben Burger, both of Dixon, and Spencer Kannar, of Bourbon, Indiana, all friends of the groom.
Ushers were Ryan Koresko of Aledo and Alex Woods of Chicago, both friends of the groom. The flower girls were Diana Wegner Cavert of St. Paul, Minnesota, niece of the bride, and Abbie Montgomery of St. Peters, Missouri, niece of the groom. The ring bearer was Samuel Wegner Cavert of St. Paul, nephew of the bride. A dinner reception following the ceremony was at Maxson Riverboat and Riverside Restaurant in Oregon, Illinois. Kimi and Ralph both graduated from Dixon High school in 2007 and 2008, respectively. She is employed as a high school math teacher and tennis coach in Indianapolis. Ralph is employed as an automotive service production lead at Tom Wood Volvo in Indianapolis. The couple plan to enjoy a warm honeymoon in December in Tulum, Mexico. The couple reside in Indianapolis.
Mr. & Mrs. Ralph Gosch and wedding party
June 2, 2018 Emma Hubbs Tennis Courts, Dixon
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Mr. & Mrs. Carson Ross and wedding party
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Oct. 7, 2017, Grace United Methodist Church, Dixon
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60th Anniversary
60th Anniversary
Mr. & Mrs. Duane Butterbaugh Mr. and Mrs. Duane Butterbaugh will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary Sept. 20, 2018. Duane Butterbaugh and Janis Hayenga were married Sept. 20, 1958, at Grace Evangelical United Brethren Church in Dixon. They have been blessed with three children, David (deceased), Deanna (Barb), and Mary (deceased); and special daughter-in-law Susan; four grandchildren, Mary Ellen (Missy), Teresa (Maghen), Samantha, and Nicholas; and
five great-grandchildren, Lauren, Carter, Jaron, Keaghen, and Amelia (deceased). After 19 years of retirement, they enjoy their time spent at home at Bee Happy Acres, caring for their many trees, flowers and vegetable gardens. Duane and Janis also enjoy volunteering, reading, and spending time with family and friends. They will celebrate with their family Sept. 29 with a special dinner.
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Ferguson Richard and Janet Ferguson were married Sept. 27, 1958, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Lena. They have been farming near Pearl City since 1964. They have four children, Deb Mather, Dawn Clark, Denise Enright and Rick Ferguson; 12 grandchildren, and 10
50th Anniversary
Wolfes to celebrate 50th wedding anniversary Craig and Susan Wolfe will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. Craig Wolfe and Susan Bruns were married Sept. 27, 1968, at Rock Falls United Methodist Church. They are the parents of three sons, Neil (Donna) Wolfe of Chesapeake, Virginia, Scott (Christina) Wolfe of Sterling, and Todd (Lisa) Wolfe of Elgin. They have eight grandchildren, Jack and Michael, Makayla, Mackenzie and Makenna, Patrick, and Lucy and Stella. The couple are both retired and reside in Rock Falls.
Mr. & Mrs. Craig Wolfe
great-grandchildren. An open house with a light lunch will be hosted by their children from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 229 S. First St., Pearl City. They request no gifts, but will welcome donations for the Pearl City Food Pantry.
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Share those special memories with Celebrations Celebrations features weddings, engagements, anniversaries, and other happy news, such as birthdays, reunions, and four- or five-generation photos. As a special way to preserve these memorable occasions, quarter-, half- or full-page announcements can be purchased. Paid announcements are determined by word count: no more than 125 words for a quarter page, no more than 250 words for a half page, and up to 340 words for a full page. Those paying for announcements will have the opportunity to proof them before publication. Customers will be called when the announcement is ready to be proofed. At that time, any corrections or additions can be made as needed at SVM’s Dixon and Sterling offices. For convenience, proofs will be emailed without calls whenever possible. Photos may be submitted in color or black and white, and in any size. Emailed photos should be in JPEG format with a resolution of 200 and a width of at least 5 inches for best quality. All announcements can be
printed without photos if desired. Celebration forms are available at the Telegraph and Daily Gazette classified departments or by email. Sauk Valley Media is not responsible for errors due to unreadable information. A daytime phone number and email address (if available) are requested to help to ensure accuracy. Weddings are available in basic (free) form (one photo only of the couple), quarter-page paid (one photo), half-page paid (two photos), and full-page paid (up to four photos). The wedding form should be returned preferably within 2 to 4 months after the wedding date. Engagements are available in basic (free) form (one photo of the couple), two styles of quarter-page paid (one photo only), half-page paid (two photos), and full-page paid (up to four photos). Anniversary announcements are available in the basic (free) form (one current photo only of the couple), quarter-page paid (one or two photos), half-page paid (two photos), and full-page paid (up to four
photos). Announcements beginning with the 25th anniversary, and then in 5-year increments up to 60 years, can be at no charge. Other increments will require a paid announcement. Anniversaries from 61 to 69 can be published in the free format without the 5-year increment restriction. Special wording will require a paid announcement. Anniversaries of 70 years and more are at no charge in a paid format; the announcement size will be determined by the editor. Birthday announcements for area seniors 80 years of age and older can be at no charge without special wording. There is a charge for those younger than 80. The basic (free) form (one current photo of the individual), quarter-page paid (one or two photos), half-page paid (two photos), and full-page paid (up to four photos) are available.For 100th and older birthdays, SVM will publish free announcements in a paid format; the announcement size will be determined by the editor. Reunions are for area residents
who are gathering, or have gathered, for a family or class reunion. Reunion items will be edited due to space limitations, and lists of all those attending are not available in the free format. Photos also are not available for a free announcement, but can be used in any of the paid announcements. If a large group photo is submitted, only one can be used in the quarter-page format, one photo is recommended in the halfpage format, and up to four normally can be used in the full-page format. Large group photos with long lists of names may require at least a half-page paid announcement. Note: A group photo for a class reunion only can be submitted at no charge for the Scrapbook page of SV Weekend by email to photos@saukvalley.com or in person. For more information regarding Celebrations, call Mary Near at 815284-2222, ext. 5530, or 815-625-3600, ext. 5530, email mnear@saukvalley. com or call the classified department at either number. Email celebration@saukvalley.com to submit Celebrations announcements or for information.
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You are invited to a celebration honoring Anita Wildman, who will be celebrating her 100th birthday Sept. 13, 2018. Her family will host an open
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100th Birthday Open House Celebration for Anita Wildman
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50th Anniversary
10th Anniversary
Mr. & Mrs. Dave Emmert
Dave and Barbara Emmert of Dixon celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a buffet dinner at the Dixon VFW, hosted by their daughter, Trina Frieberg. Entertainment was provided by Richard “Duck” Sweitzer and the Rough Cuts, and Dave’s best friends from Open Mic in
Lanark and Dixon. Dave Emmert and Barbara Bates were married June 22, 1968, in Missouri. They are the parents of three children, Trina (Mike Warren), Jeremy ( Jenifer Sutton), and Eudora (Scot) Broege. They have 13 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Birthday
Adrian Delgado and Susan Anderson Delgado will celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary Sept. 21, 2018. They were married in Galena by Pastor Cal Steiner of Door Creek Church in Madison, Wisconsin.
Both Sue and Adrian are from the Sauk Valley, but met for the first time in Madison, when they were both attendants in their mutual friends’ wedding. The couple have four children, Myles, Seth, Oliver, and Ella.
Five Generations
Happy 102nd Birthday
The Allen Family
Mildred Kaul Mildred Heffelfinger Kaul will celebrate her 102nd birthday Sept. 21, 2018. She was born Sept. 21, 1916, and married Charles Heffelfinger in 1936. They have four children, Ron (Lorie) Heffelfinger, Nancy (Richard) Janssen, Kenneth (Theresa) Heffelfinger,
Mr. & Mrs Anderson Delgado
and James (Sandi) Heffelfinger. After Charles’ death, she married Clayton Kaul and happily gained two stepsons, Eldon (Kathy) Kaul and Kenneth (Chris) Kaul. Cards and notes may be sent to Mildred at 405 Maple Ave., N127, Morrison, IL 61270.
Five generations of the Allen family gathered Aug. 19, 2018, in Sterling. Pictured are (sitting) Austin Allen, father h o l d i n g d a u g h t e r, Iris Allen; and Annie Waters, great-greatg ra n d m o t h e r ; a n d (standing) Bob Allen, grandfather; and Mary Nichols, great-grandmother.
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Happy 90th Birthday
Harold Muntean
In celebration of Theoclete Wolf ’s 90th birthday Sept. 14, 2018, her family would like to honor her with a shower of cards to brighten her day.
Birthday Happy Birthday The Best Thing about Sept. 23, 1938, is that you were born. HAPPY BIRTHDAY ARTIE 80 SURE LOOKS GOOD ON YOU! Love, Hugs and Kisses From your family
Cards can be sent to her at Morningside Memory Care, 2705 Avenue E, Room 323, Sterling, IL 61081. All birthday greetings will be appreciated.
Harold Muntean of Sterling will celebrate his 80th birthday with an open house from 1 to 4 p.m. Sept. 15, 2018, at New Life Lutheran Church. He h a s t h re e c h i l d re n , Tammy Winstead, Mike (Lori) Muntean and Todd Muntean.
He also has nine grandkids and 13 great-grandchildren. Please stop by and celebrate with us. The omission of gifts has been requested. Cards may be sent to 1003 Ave. J, Sterling, IL 61081.
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