Milestones

Steve and Joyce (Lortz) Vick were married on February 19, 1972 at St. Paul’s Methodist Church in Cedar Rapids. They are the parents of Chad and Ryan Vick and the grand-parents of Kiley and Kaden Callahan.

Don & Kathy Stecher of Iowa City, IA were married at St. Patrick’s Church in Iowa City on January 8, 1972. They have two children, Donnie Stecher of Tiffin, IA and Sunny Clifton of Kansas City, MO. Lisa Miller, Kathy’s sister, is also considered to be a special family member as she lived with them [...]

Happy Golden Anniversary to Harold and Janice (Erion) Armentrout of Cedar Rapids, who were married on February 23, 1962. The two plan to celebrate at a dinner with their family, which includes daughter, Nancy Andreasen, of Cedar Rapids and her children, Jack, Thomas, and Katie, son, Randy Armentrout, and wife, Anne, of Clive, IA and [...]

Zach Stineman of Hamilton, IL & Kara Huffman of Mount Vernon, IA are pleased to announce their engagement. Zach is the son of Mike and Anita Stineman and Kara is the daughter of Tony and Deborah Huffman. Zach is a loan officer at Linn Area Credit Union and Kara is a nurse at St. Luke’s [...]

  Christian Picard & Erica Rolig, both of Denver, CO, are announcing their engagement. Christian is the son of Jean-Claude Picard (Kay) of Colorado Springs, CO and Becky Picard (Dennis Waldron) of Cedar Rapids. Erica is the daughter of Richard Rolig (Nancy) of Oxford, MI & Paula Kreiter (Ronald) of Sterling Heights, MI. The couple [...]

Andrea White and Marcus Hora announce their engagement. Andrea is the daughter of Phil and Laura White of Marion, IA. Marcus is the son of Doug and Deanna Hora of Wilton, IA. Both are graduates of UNI and are currently teachers at College Community Schools. The ceremony will take place on 6/30/2012 at First Lutheran [...]

Leslie Abbott and Marc Conte-Russian were engaged to be married at The Palmer House on May 21. The bride is the daughter of Mark and Mary Jo Abbott of Iowa City, IA and is a 1999 graduate of City High School and a 2003 graduate of the University of Iowa. She is currently employed as [...]

Christine Gullion (Shoemaker) and Raphael Maduro were united in marriage on January 31, 2012 in Aruba. Christine is the daughter of William and Linda Shoemaker of Ellston, IA, mother of Jeffrey Gullion of Mechanicsville, IA and Joelle Caswell of New Hampton, IA. Raphael is the son of the late Juan and Victoria Maduro and father [...]

Timothy King Jr. and Stephanie Koecke are excited to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. Stephanie is the daughter of the late Stephen and Connie Koecke. Timothy is the son of Timothy King of Homestead, IA and Lila Hoover of Cedar Rapids. The couple will exchange vows on June 9, 2012 at St. Luke’s United [...]

Don and Marilyn Thomsen were married on February 24, 1962 at the Burt United Methodist Church in Burt, IA. They have two children, Michelle (Todd) Henry of Puyallup, WA and Scott (Jennifer) Thomsen of Maple Grove, MN. They also have two grandchildren, Jaycie and Zachary Thomsen of Maple Grove. They will celebrate with family at [...]

Chuck & Aud married 2/14/47. Love you to the moon & back!   —  Your Family

Doug and Cheryl Cook of Vinton, IA are pleased to announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Heather Cook to Jason Mangold, son of Duane and Sue Mangold, also of Vinton.   The March 24, 2012 wedding will take place at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Vinton with a reception following at Tara Hills Country Club.

Sallie and Erich Streib are happy to announce the engagement and upcoming wedding of their son, Christopher Streib, to Amanda “Mandy” Little, daughter of Cheryl and Ken Little of Edina, MN. Mandy and Chris met in medical school at the University of Iowa where they graduated in 2008. At this time, they live in Pittsburgh, [...]

Patricia Byrne and Andrew Decker of Pittsburgh, PA were married on June 18, 2011 at Saint Agnes Catholic Church in St. Paul, MN. A reception followed at the home of the bride’s parents in Mahtomedi, MN. The bride is the daughter of Chuck and Susan Byrne of Mahtomedi. The groom is the son of Tom [...]

  Verne and Virginia (Wilson) Svec were married on February 10, 1962 at St. Paul’s Methodist Church in Cedar Rapids. They have two children, Ray (Dawn) and Bob (Jeree). They have six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Please help them celebrate by sending cards to: 333 Boyson Road NE Cedar Rapids, IA  52402

Frank and Dorothy Satariano are excited to announce the engagement and upcoming wedding of their daughter, Abbie Marie Satariano, to Joshua Robert Barta, son of Bob and Kathy Barta, all of Cedar Rapids. Abbie works as a Pediatric Dental Assistant and Josh is a CPA. The couple plan to exchange vows at St. Elizabeth Ann [...]

Benjamin Shinrock is thrilled to announce his engagement to Crystal Avon. Both residents of Marion, the joyful couple will tie the knot on June 23, 2012 at Ascension Lutheran Church. Ben, the self-proclaimed luckiest man on Earth, is the son of Tom and Maryann, while the ever-radiant Crystal is the daughter of Chris and Denice. [...]

Alison Dirks and Ryan Richardson were united in marriage on October 1, 2011 at Coralville United Methodist Church. A reception followed at the Coralville Marriott Hotel. Parents of the couple are Colin and Kari Dirks of Coralville and Steve and Karen Richardson of Eden Prairie, MN.  Grandparents are Jared and Carol Hills of Cedar Rapids, [...]

William and Fay Elson celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. They were married at United Methodist Church in Cedar Rapids on February 10, 1962. They have two sons, Rodney of Plainfield, IL and Brett of Plano, TX. William has a sister, Martha, who resides in Atlanta, GA with her husband, Keith. Fay has a brother, Bob [...]

Stacy Pisarik and Trevor McCusker are excited to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. The couple will exchange vows on May 19, 2012.

Together with their families, Amanda Thornburg and Nicolas Thorp are pleased to announce their engagement. Amanda is the daughter of Tom and Bette Thornburg of Marion, IA. Nic is the son of Shari Miller of Mt. Vernon, IA and Kevin and Carrie Thorp of Marion. The couple graduated from Linn-Mar High School. Amanda received her [...]

Kathleen Hall of Anamosa, IA is pleased to announce the engagement of her daughter, Micah Kathleen Hall, to Joseph Andrew Redenbaugh, the son of Theresa and Frank Tucker of Brandon, IA. The couple will be married on June 16, 2012 at the First Baptist Church in Anamosa with a reception to follow at the National [...]

Keith & Janet Elwick of Vinton, IA were married on January 14, 1939.

Please join us in celebrating Lyle and Nancy’s 50 years of marriage with a surprise card shower. Please send cards to: 2120 Linmar Drive NE Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 They were married on February 16, 1962. —  With love, Mark, Dawn, Lori, CT, Christina, Jonathan, Keith, Haley, Sydney, and Kevin

George Rstom married Jeanette Rorah on February 12, 1942 in DeWitt, IA. They have 4 children, Sharon Turner of Lutz, FL, Ronald of Hiawatha, IA, & Richard & Rory of Cedar Rapids, both of whom are deceased. They have 7 grand-children, 13 great-grandchildren, 3 step great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. They will celebrate with a family [...]

Katie Decker and Gary Halligan of Cedar Rapids were united in marriage on November 5, 2011 at St. Patricks Catholic Church in Cedar Rapids. A dinner and dance followed at the IBEW. Katie is the daughter of Tom and Tammy Decker of Cedar Rapids. Gary is the son of Larry and Nancy Halligan of O’Fallon, [...]

Lyle & Nancy (Metz) Primrose were married on February 16, 1962 at Christ United Presbyterian Church in Cedar Rapids. They are the proud parents of two children, Lori Ling and Mark Primrose. They are blessed with four grandchildren, Christina and Jonathan Ling and Keith and Kevin Primrose. Cards may be sent to: 2120 Linmar Drive [...]

Art and Betty (Uhlenkamp) Schaul of Manchester, IA were married on February 20, 1952 at St. Mark’s in Edgewood, IA. They have 3 daughters, 2 sons, 17 grandchildren, and 23 great-grandchildren.  They will celebrate with a family dinner.

George and Rita (Costello) Stahl were married on February 16, 1952 in Millersburg, IA. Their children invite you to help celebrate at an open house for the couple on: Sunday, February 19 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. at St. Mary’s Hall in Williamsburg. The couple have 8 children, 24 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild.

Dr. Sonal B. Dave and Mr. Paul J. Johnson exchanged wedding vows in the Tuscany region of Italy on September 16, 2011. Parents of the couple are Dr. and Mrs. Bhasker Dave of Independence and Mr. and Mrs. William Johnson of Portland, OR. The couple honeymooned in Italy on the Amalfi coast before returning to [...]

Don & Ronda Moffatt are celebrating their 50th anniversary. They were married on February 10, 1962 at Central Park Presbyterian Church in Cedar Rapids. They have 4 children, Deborah, Sandy, Karen, & Daniel. They also have 4 grandchildren, Susan & Terry, & Andrew & Rebecca along with 3 great-grandchildren, Maceo, Trinity, & Julien. A reception [...]

Open house honoring Milford & Bernice Collingwood’s 60th anniversary and Bernice’s 80th birthday: Sunday, February 19 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Immanuel Lutheran Church, 2978 225th Street, Williamsburg (south from I-80, exit 225) Milford and the former Bernice Barta were married on February 19, 1952 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Millersburg, IA. Hosting the open [...]

Matthew Walter Clemens and Samantha Marie Latteyer are excited to announce their engagement. They will be married on June 2, 2012.

Rachel Gibson & Brent Hanken of West Union, IA, along with their parents, are happy to announce their engagement. The couple will be married on April 14, 2012 at Holy Name Catholic Church in West Union.

You are the cheese in my macaroni. Without you it just wouldn’t be right. Happy Anniversary to my Valentine! I love you!

Louisia, people are always asking how do we do it (stay together). I just say it’s easy; we love each other. We have a true love. We love each other for all the right reasons. And that’s what keeps us together. You are forever in my heart and always on my mind. Happy Valentine’s Day! [...]

Jim & Carolyn (Van Deusen) Kearns of Garrison, IA will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. Come help them celebrate: Sunday, February 12th from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Vinton Skate & Activity Center Hosting the open house and dance with the Don Anders Band will be their children, Douglas (Mary), Julie (Ron) Hessenius, David (Tina), [...]

Ruth & Larry Andrews of Atwater, MN announce the engagement of their daughter, Carrie Andrews, to James Notch, son of Otto & Pam Claassen of Van Horne, IA and Brian & Joyce Notch of Mesa, AZ.  Carrie resides in Sauk Centre, MN. She’s employed as a Para Professional. James resides in Montrose, MN. He’s employed [...]

Theresa LaLoggia & Ryan Young were married on July 16, 2011 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Joliet, IL.  Parents of the couple are Mary & Mike LaLoggia of Rockford, IL and Joan & Rod Young of Mt. Vernon, IA. Theresa is a school psychologist in the Naperville School District and Ryan is an attorney [...]

Harlan & Arlys (Tesch) Hannam were married on February 10, 1962, at St. John Lutheran Church in Rock Township, Osage, IA. Please shower them with cards at 935 Applewood Ct. #1, Coralville, IA 52241. Their family includes Marilyn & Randy Pinney, Tom & Annie Welborn, of Owasso, OK, and Kris & Jerry Barksdale, Ethan & [...]

Emma Leslie Barden & Chad Donald Lawson were united in marriage on October 8, 2011 at Cedar Ridge Vineyards. Reverend Brian Milford officiated the ceremony. Emma is the daughter of Andrew and Shari Barden of Cedar Rapids, and Chad is the son of Brad and Rhonda Lawson of Eagle Grove, IA. The maid of honor [...]

Mr. & Mrs. Scott Reeder of Pennington, NJ announce the engagement and upcoming wedding of their daughter, Jennifer Erin, to Zachary Charles Miller, son of Mr. John Miller and the late Mrs. Paula Miller of Iowa City, IA. Jennie is a graduate of the University of Iowa with a degree in Civil Engineering. She is [...]

Mr. and Mrs. Larry Rustand of Cedar Rapids, announce the engagement of their daughter, Emily Michelle Rustand to Matthew Lorenzo Vasquez, son of Mr. James Burrows and Ms. Elle Vasquez of Lisbon, IA.   The bride-to-be graduated from the University of Iowa in 2011 with a Bachelor of Arts, and works for a nonprofit organization. [...]

Robert and Pamela Woodland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Kristin Nicole Woodland of Cedar Rapids, to Dan Noehl of Cedar Rapids, son of Kelli Strausser of Franklin, IN. The couple is planning a May wedding.

Vernon & Dellene (Johnson) Reed were married on February 3, 1962. Their children are Robert A. “Bob” (Melanie) Reed of Anamosa, IA and Susan (Peter) Holm of Buckeye, AZ. Their grandchildren are Tom Reed of Ames, IA, Daniel “Danny” (Brianna) Reed of Marion, IA, and Claire, Nickolas, & Chloe of Buckeye. Cards may be sent [...]

Tom and Kathleen Bednar of Cedar Rapids announce the engagement of their daughter, Susan Elizabeth, to Martin Alan Blind of Vinton, IA formerly of West Point, IA. He is the son of the late Robert and the late Loretta Blind. The couple will marry on April 21, 2012 at Saint Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Cedar Rapids.

Kenneth and Karen (Raub) will celebrate 50 years of marriage on February 4th. They were married at Stewart Memorial Church in Vinton, IA on February 4, 1962. The couple has two daughters, Kammy and Kendall Robb, and Karilea and Paul Ries, and four grandchildren, Kelby, Keaton, Riley, and Grant, all of Vinton. We love you [...]

Sonya Davis and Bob Swift are excited to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. Sonya is the daughter of Jeanne and Steve Kasal of Williamsburg, IA and Bill and Margaret Davis of Marengo, IA. Bob is the son of Dan & Kathy Swift of Manchester, IA. Sonya is a 2008 graduate of the University of [...]

Katie Hruby and Nick Dusil are pleased to announce their engagement. Katie is the daughter of Gary and Vicki Hruby of Bettendorf, IA. Nick is the son of Sue and Bill Dawson and Randy and Teresa Dusil, all of Cedar Rapids. Katie is a special education teacher for the CCSD. Nick is a Driver Recruiter [...]

Merlin and Carolyn (Conner) Moore of Anamosa, IA will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on February 9, 2012. They were married on February 9, 1952 at Oxford Junction Methodist Church. They have 5 children, Kent (Becky) Moore, Karla (Monte) Sauer, Kyle (Paula) Moore, Kandi (Jon) Alderdyce, and Kip (Tami) Moore, 14 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. [...]