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| 3251 |  | Marriage- Parr, Patricia-Martinek, Douglas 2 Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Martinek The marriage of Patricia Parr to Douglas Martinek was solemnized in the Sacred Heart Church in Delia, Kansas, December 1, 1962, at 10:00 a.m. The Rev. George Seuferling performed the Nuptial Mass, and music was furnished by Mrs. Rita Kerwin and Linda Roth. Parents of the bride are Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Parr and Mr. Martinek is the son of Mr. and Mrs. B.J. Martinek all of Rossville, Kansas. Given in marriage by her father, the bride chose a floor length gown of white taffeta, with a scoop neckline, pointed sleeves and a long chapel train. The embroided motif in the bodice was repeated in the train. Her illusion veil fell from a velvet rose. Small orchids formed in a cross was the bridal bouquet. Linda Parr, sister of the bride and maid of honor, wore a red velyet dress with a scoop neckline and bell-shaped skirt. The brides maids, Nancy Best a, another sister of the bride, Shirley Leirz, Wetmore, and Linda Rasch, Wichita, wore green velvet dresses fashioned after the maid of honor. All wore velvet roses as headpieces and carried red and white peppermint carnations for their bouquets. Dwight Martinek served as his brother’ s best man, groomsmen were, Tony Lieker, Lawrence, Ray Rafferty, Rossville and Wayne Rasch, Wichita. Ushers were Frank Ruff, Manhattan, Brian Palmer and John Garber, Lawrence. Connie Sue Keller and Eddie Joe Besta were the flower girl and ring bearer. A reception was held at the Delia High School auditorum following the ceremony. Those assisting were, Janice Parr, Washington D.C., Sally Nadeau, Emporia, Mary Brethauer, Maple Hill, Jane Zickefoose, Manhattan, Beverly Zeller, Missouri, Sandy Boyle Jr., Carolyn Farley and Jane Parr all of Rossville and Bonnie Ellen Keller, Delia. The bride a graduate of Rossville High School and Stuwart Beauty Academy of Topeka was employed at the Lady Be Lovely Beauty Salon in Rossville. Mr. Martinek also a graduate of Rossville High School is a senior at the University of Kansas where he is majoring in Physical Education. | |
| 3252 |  | Marriage- Parr, Patricia-Wilmoth, John Parr-Wilmoth Patricia A. Parr and John A. Wilmoth exchanged marriage vows at 4 p.m. Feb. 6 in Southminster Presbyterian Church, Prairie Village, with the Rev. James Frye officiating. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Duane Parr, Rossville, and Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Wilmoth, Mission. Mrs. Nancy Parr, Lawrence, and Dr. Daniel Livingston, St. Louis, attended the couple. Mrs. Wilmoth is a graduate of Kanas State University. Mr. Wilmoth has a degree in engineering and a master’s of business administration from the University of Missouri, Columbia, and is employed by the American Appraisal Co. The couple will live in Alhambra, Calif. | |
| 3253 |  | Marriage- Parr, Thelma-Martin, Francis Miss Thelma Jane Parr, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S.O. Parr and Mr. Francis M. Martin, only child of Mr. and Mrs. Francis H. Martin were married Sunday afternoon, August 8. | |
| 3254 |  | Marriage- Parr, Thora-Stadler, George Mr. and Mrs. S.O. Parr announce the marriage of their daughter, Miss Thora Vivian Parr, to Mr. George Stadler, son of Mr. and Mrs. Nick Stadler, May 6, in Topeka. | |
| 3255 |  | Marriage- Patterson, Vicki-Lesser, William Patterson-Lesser Vows Heard Vicki J. Patterson and William L. Lesser exchanged marriage vows at 7:30 p.m. May 2,1975 in the Second Presbyterian Church in Topeka. The Reverend Arthur Donnelly officiated. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Barnes, Delia, and Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Lesser, Grantville. Mr. and Mrs. Darryl Lesser were the couple’s attendants. Mrs. Lesser is employed by the Kansas Bankers Association, and Mr. Lesser owns Lesser Electric, Incorporated, in Topeka. The couple is at home at 3413 Burnett Road in Topeka. | |
| 3256 |  | Marriage- Patton, Hope-Meade, Charles Patton-Meade Mrs. Lorraine Patton announces the marriage of her daughter, Hope, to Mr. Charles Meade, son of Mr. and Mrs. Grant Meade of this city. The marriage took place Tuesday morning, June 4th, at 9 o'clock at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Marys. The Rev. Father John A. Berens, S.J. officiated. Miss Nora Dell Patton was the bridesmaid, and Mr. John Foresman, of Wamego, was best man. The bride's dress was powder [missing] sheer satin stripe Ninon crepe, with blue accessories. She wore a corsage of pink snapdragons. The bridesmaid wore a dress of pink sheer satin crepe Ninon and crepe, with pink accessories and a corsage of snapdragons. Mrs. Meade received her education in Rossville, graduating from grade and high school. She is also a graduate from the Stewart Beauty Academy of Topeka. She passed the State Board of Cosmotology at Topeka and worked in the Winn Beauty Shop for about fifteen months. She is operator in the Kut and Kurl Beauty Shop in her home on South Navarre Street in Rossville. Mr. Meade was educated in Rossville. Mr. and Mrs. Meade will be at home to their friends in the Dave Jeffries cottage on South Navarre Street. [From 1940] | |
| 3257 |  | Marriage- Patton, Juanita-Foresman, Ralph PATTON—FORESMAN Mr. and Mrs. Walter Patton announce the marriage of their daughter, Juanita, to Mr. Ralph Foresman, of Wamego, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Foresman. The marriage took place at the Immaculate Conception church at St. Marys, at 6 a. m., Saturday, August 24. The Rev. Father O’Connor read the service. The bride was lovely in her wedding dress of French violet ruff silk crepe with white accessories. Miss Hope Patton, sister of the bride was maid of honor. She wore a dress of orchid organdy with white accessories. Mr. Foresman was attended by Mr. Tom Cullevan of Wamego. Mr. and Mrs. Foreman will be at home to their friends on a farm east of Wamego. Mrs. Foresman was born in Rossville. She completed her grade and high school education here graduating with the class of 1930. She was also a student nurse at St. Francis hospital, Topeka, for a time. She has a host of friends who wish her a long and happy married life. Mr. Foresman attended the Wamego high school and is now engaged in farming. | |
| 3258 |  | Marriage- Patton, Nora-Foresman, John Patton-Foresman Mrs. Lorraine Patton announces the marriage of her daughter, Nora Dell to Mr. John Lyman Foresman, son of Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Foresman of Wamego, Kans. The marriage took place at 9 o'clock Tuesday morning, August 27, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic church at St. Marys, the Rev. Father John A. Barens S.J. officiating. The altar was beautiful with lighted candles and baskets of flowers. Miss Audria Foresman of Topeka, sister of the groom was brides maid and Mr. Foresman chose his brother Roy for best man. The bride was lovely in a floor length dress of white satin and net and white shoes. She wore a short veil with a wreath of white gardenias, and she carried an arm bouquet of orchids, asters, ferns and statice. Her only jewelry was a little gold cross and chain. The brides maid wore a sky blue chiffon dress, floor length with white turbin, silver slippers and carried an arm bouquet of white asters, ferns and statice. Mrs. Foresman received her education in both the Rossville Grade and high school. She also is a graduate from the Stewart Beauty Academy of Topeka, Kans. She passed the state board of cosmotology. She worked in the Powder Puff and College Hill Beauty Shop at Topeka, and was owner and operator of the Kut and Kurl Beauty Shoppe at Silver Lake. Since April she has been at home with her mother. Mr. Foresman received his education at Wamego, Kans. from the parochial grade and high school. He has been farming with his father and will continue farming. The young couple will be at home to their friends on a farm east of Wamego. A wedding breakfast was served at the home of the bride, after the wedding. The immediate family of the bride and groom were present including: Mr. and Mrs. John Foresman, Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Foresman and daughter, Audria and son Roy, Mrs. Joe D. Parr, Jeannine, Thane and Larry, Mrs. Chas Meade, Mrs. Patton, Clyde and Eileen. Out-of-town guests at the wedding were Mrs. August Hoferer and daughter Bernadine Taylor, Gail Ault, Marcia Ault, Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Applegate and daughter Julia, Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Foresman all of Wamego; Mrs. W.E. Patton, Cleo Patton, Mrs. Chas. Meade, Mrs. Joe D. Parr, Luella Olson, Gladys Martin, Winifred Decker, Lois Hogan, Anita Lemon and Maxine Marney all of Rossville. [From 29 Aug 1940] | |
| 3259 |  | Marriage- Patton, Wanda-Smith, Dennis Patton-Smith Mr. and Mrs. Osto Patton announce the marriage of their daughter, Wanda Irene, to Pvt. Dennis Smith, Jr., son of Mr. Dennis Smith, which took place Sunday afternoon, November 19, at 2 at the home of the bride's parents. Rev. Troy Bess read the ceremony before a background of fall flowers. Miss Elaine Jones provided the wedding music. The bride wore a steel blue satin dress with a lace yoke, brown accessories, and a corsage of red rosebuds. Miss Neva Smith, the bride's attendant, wore a tailored blue dress with black accessories, and a corsage of white rosebuds. Pvt. Roy Stockwell was best man. A reception was held following the ceremony. Assisting were Mrs. Edna Baker, Mrs. Virginia White, and Miss Mary Allen Addy. The bride's mother wore a navy blue chiffon dress with matching accessories, and a corsage of yellow and white chrysanthemums. Private Smith is at home on a 14-day leave and will be stationed in Seattle, Wash., for a limited time, awaiting orders for overseas duty. Mrs. Smith will be at home at 1235 Kellam after Private Smith leaves. Out-of-town guests at the wedding were Mr. and Mrs. Ray J. Bixby, Rossville, Mrs. Virginia White, Kansas City, Mo., Mr. Ray O'Donnell, Chicago, Ill.; and Pvt. Roy Stockwell, Oskaloosa. [From 7 Dec 1950] | |
| 3260 |  | Marriage- Paul, Elizabeth-Trahoon, Floyd PAUL-TRAHOON VOWS Mr. and Mrs. Louis Paul announce the marriage of their daughter, Elizabeth Mary, to Mr. Floyd L. Trahoon, son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Trahoon of Rossville. The wedding took place at 6:30 o’clock Friday evening at the Trinity Methodist parsonage with the Rev. J. Campbell officiating. The attendants were the bride’s sister, Mrs. D. W. Whitaker and the bridegroom’s sister and brother-in- law, Mr. and Mrs. Gene Matney. The bride wore a pale gray gabardine suit with a corsage of Talisman roses. Mrs. Whitaker wore a light blue gabardine dress with navy blue accessories and a corsage of white and pink carnations. Mrs. Matney wore a gray suit with a pink and white carnation corsage. The couple will be at home at 107 West 16th. Mrs. Trahoon has been employed by the Preferred Fire Insurance Company the past five years. Mr. Trahoon is employed by the Gager Construction Company.—Capital | |
| 3261 |  | Marriage- Pauly, Lori-Faerber, Bill Lori and Bill Faerber Pauly-Faerber Couple Married October 3 Saturday afternoon, October 3, 1987, Lori Pauly became the bride of Bill Faerber in a wedding ceremony at the Immaculate Conception Church in St. Marys. Fr. John Erickson and Fr. Tom Hesse, Osage City, cousin of the bride, celebrated the Mass. Parents of the couple are Ron and Rosemary Pauly, St. Marys; and Ken and Lillian Faerber, Salina. Grandparents of the couple are Catherine Jacobson, Agnes Pauly, Betty Lyle, and Frieda Gates. Mothers of the couple had corsages of alstromeria lilies and orchids. The bride was given in marriage by her father. She wore an ivory taffeta gown with high neckline and fitted leg o’ mutton sleeves. A dropped V-waisted bodice with Chan¬tilly and silk Venice lace was accented with pearls. Her skirt featured lace inserts and a cathedral train. A mantilla headpiece, heavily beaded with pearls, held her cathedral length veil. She carried a cascade bouquet of pink privae roses, soft pink carnations, alstromeria lilies and baby’s breath. Shannon Pauly, St. Marys, served her sister as maid of honor. The bridesmaids were Patty Faerber, sister of the groom, Topeka; Wende Evans, St. Marys, and Amy Buie, Topeka, friends of the bride. They wore full length daphne rose satin gowns with sweetheart necklines and V-backs, trimmed with gathered bows. Their satin picture hats were trimmed with a soft back bow and sequins. Each carried cascade bouquets of light pink and bright pink carnations, blue bachelor buttons, purpose statice, alstromeria lilies and baby’s breath. Bob Faerber, Salina, was best man. Groomsmen were friends — Dave Peirano, Boston, Mass.; Doug Stanly and Jeff Handley, Topeka. Ushers were Jacob Lloyd, Rossville, a cousin of the bride; Bill Uhler and Brad Snyder, Topeka, friends of the groom. They wore black tuxedos with tails, and boutonnieres of a single pink rose accented with baby’s breath. Lucas Pauly, St. Marys, brother of the bride, and Aaron Lambotte, Topeka, cousin of the bride, were altar boys. Joel Lambotte, Topeka, godchild of the bride, was ring bearer. Lindsay Royer, St. Marys, cousin of the bride, was flower girl. Betty Simecka, Topeka, a friend of the bride, served as lector. Musicians were Cherie Eck, Joe Engelken and Jenny Harris, all of St. Marys. The bride’s aunt, Betty Lambotte, Rossville, was lady in waiting. Her godparents, Joe and Delores Floersch, Delia, presented the offertory gifts. Pat Torrey, St. George, a friend of the bride, sat at the guest book. Following the wedding, a reception was held in the Centennial Building. Deb Glotzbach, Mary Gayner, Tonia Duncan, Tammy Latta, and Angie Pearl, all friends of the bride, assisted at the reception. The gift table attendants were Dorothy Lloyd and Kay Wild, Rossville, aunts of the bride. After a brief honeymoon, the couple is at home in Goodland. | |
| 3262 |  | Marriage- Paynter, Mary-Smith, Roger Paynter-Smith Miss Mary Ellen Paynter of Kansas City and Roger Smith, of Kansas City, son of Mr. and Mrs. C.M. Smith of this community, were quietly married Christmas Day in Topeka at the First Methodist Church with the Rev. O. Miller officiating. | |
| 3263 |  | Marriage- Pearl, Colleen, Monhollon, Rusty 2 Colleen Ann Pearl and Rusty Lee Monhollon were united in marriage on Saturday, April 26, 1980, at 2 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, St. Marys. Father Clarence Krajicek officiated at the double-ring ceremony. The bride’s parents are Mr. and Mrs Gerald Pearl, St. Marys, and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ron Monhollon, Rossville. The bride wore a floor length gown of polyester organza, which featured a square neckline and shepherdess sleeves trimmed in chantilly lace. The front center skirt panel was fully pleated and bordered in re-embroidered lace. The side and back skirt were all over chantilly-type lace, which extended into a full train. The total look included a chapel length mantilla veil bordered in matching chantilly lace. Her bouquet consisted of yellow, green, blue and orange carnations accented with four- colored ribbons. Her diamond necklace was a gift from the groom. She was given in marriage by her father who wore a black peak-style tuxedo with a baby blue boutonniere. Mrs. Kelly Schuetz, Maple Hill, a friend of the bride, was her matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Barbara Schoemann, Wichita, friend of the bride; Ronda Monhollon, Pratt, sister of the groom, and Cathy Pearl, St. Marys, sister of the bride. All wore floor length dresses made of crepe-back satin with matching jackets trimmed in lace. Kelly wore orange, Barbara wore yellow, Ronda wore green and Cathy wore blue. Each carried a color-coordinated, long-stemmed carnation with baby’s breath and greenery. The groom wore a black tuxedo with tails and a boutonniere with the four different colors reflected in it. His gold pocket watch was a gift from his bride. Gary Heim, St. Marys, friend of the groom, was best man. The groomsmen were Mark Catron, Mayetta; Rodney Dick and Ron Gentry, Rossville, friends of the groom. They all wore black tuxedos with carnation boutonnieres matching the color of the dress of the girl each escorted during the ceremony. Ringbearer was O. J. Pearl, St. Marys, cousin of the bride. He wore a black tuxedo with tails and a pink carnation boutonniere. Flower girl was Buffie Lux, Kansas City, cousin of the groom. She wore a pink floor length dress and carried a white basket with pink rose petals. Mass servers were Mark Heim, friend of the groom, and Larry Fiedler, friend of the bride. Dennis Prior, friend of the couple, was lector. Mrs. Bev Martinek was the organist. Special music was played as the mothers were escorted to their seats. Mrs. Connie Dick was the vocalist. She sang, “If,” “Wedding Song,” and “Time in the Bottle.” Ginger and Angie Pearl, sisters of the bride, were candle lighters. Their floor length dresses were of lavender. They wore matching wrist corsages. The mother of the bride wore a light blue floor length dress made of polyester with a matching corsage. The groom’s mother wore a dusty rose floor length dress made of qiana. Fathers of the bride and groom wore black peak tuxedos with boutonnieres matching the colors of their wives’ dresses. Dan Pearl, cousin of the bride, Steve McDiffett, Dan Heim and Bill Wild, friends of the couple, were ushers. Gerry Lou Pearl, sister of the bride, attended the guest book. Michelle Pearl, sister of the bride, and Teresa McClure, friend of the bride, handed out wheat bags. Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the Centennial Building. Tammy Perry and Connie Royer, friends of the groom, and Janice Divilbiss and Roberta Garrett, friends of the bride, served punch and cake. Mrs. Patty Pearl, cousin of the bride, and Christy [missing rest] | |
| 3264 |  | Marriage- Pearl, Colleen-Monhollon, Rusty 1 Pearl-Monhollon Wedding Vows Exchanged April 26 | |
| 3265 |  | Marriage- Pearl, Mary-Thomas, George 1 Pearl-Thomas Miss May Pearl, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Pearl of route 14, and Mr. John Thomas, of Beloit, Kansas, were married yesterday morning at 8:15 in Immaculate Conception church, St. Marys. Miss Josephine McCormick, of St. Marys, cousin of the bride and Mr. Frank Pearl, brother of the bride, were the attendants. A breakfast was served to the relatives and close friends at the home of the bride immediately following the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas left at once for Kansas City in their car to spend a few days and will then go to Beloit to make their home, where Mr. Thomas is the manager of the O'Brien pharmacy. Out-of-town guests present were; Mr. and Mrs. Macey and son Warren, Miss Charlotte Thomas, Mr. Hal Thomas and Mrs. Jas. Pearl, Jr. and son Joe, all of Beloit. [From 11 Oct 1917] | |
| 3266 |  | Marriage- Pearl, Mary-Thomas, George 2 Pearl-Thomas The marriage of Miss Mary M. Pearl of this city, and Mr. George Thomas of Beloit, was solemnized at the Immaculate Conception church, Wednesday morning at 8:15. The ceremony was performed by Father S.A. Ryan, S.J. The mass was sung by the members of the Immaculate Conception high school. During the offertory Mrs. Jas. Pearl, jr., of Beloit, and Miss Josie DeMarais sang the "Ave Marie." The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Pearl, sr. She was attired in a suit of wisteria broadcloth, with hat, gloves and shoes of taupe. Her corsage bouquet was pink roses and lilies of the valley. Miss Josephine McCormick, a cousin of the bride, acted as bridesmaid. She wore a dark blue broadcloth suit piped in red, a black velvet hat trimmed in red, a corsage bouquet of red roses and lilies of the valley. The groom is the son of Mrs. Mary Thomas of Beloit. He was attended by Mr. Frank Pearl, a brother of the bride. After the wedding a reception was held at the home of the bride's parents for the relatives and a few intimate friends. The out of town guests were: Harold Thomas and Miss Charlotte Thomas of Beloit, the brother and sister of the groom, Mr. and Mrs. James Macey and son Warren of Woodston, Kans.; Mrs. James Gregory of Junction City, an aunt of the bride, and Mrs. James Pearl, jr., and son Joseph of Beloit. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas left Wednesday afternoon in their car for Kansas City. They will reside at Beloit. -St. Marys Star. [From The Beloit Daily Call, 18 Oct 1917] | |
| 3267 |  | Marriage- Pearl, Patricia-Kuhn, Randy Wedding vows exchanged here on November 29 Miss Patricia Pearl and Mr. Randy Kuhn exchanged marriage vows at a nuptial Mass on Saturday, Nov. 29, at 10:00 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, St. Marys. The Rev. Edward Thro, S.J., officiated at the double-ring ceremony. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. James B. Pearl of St. Marys, and Mr. and Mrs. Dale Kuhn of Salina. Wedding music was provided by Mrs. George Verschelden, soloist, and organist, Mrs. Joe Ronsse. Serving the nuptial Mass were Don Pearl and C. J. Guerich. The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a floor- length white gown, styled with a sleeveless lace bodice on an empire line skirt of peau do soie. A removable coat of Chantelace covered the gown and swept to a chapel train. Her bouffant veil was held by a face framer of lace with pearl trim. She carried a cascade bouquet of white miniature roses and carnations. Susan Pearl, sister of the bride, was maid of honor. She wore a dress of gold Jakarta. Matching Venice lace trimmed the high neck, back panel, and outlined the empire waist. Her nosegay bouquet consisted of a bronze mum with pom-poms of bronze, yellow, and light bronze with gold velvet streamers. Groomsman was Bob Alkart, and ushers were Mike Pearl and Brian Stevens. Assisting at the reception following in the Centennial Building were: Marcia Kuhn and Carol Witschi, of Salina; Kathy Lenherr, Mary Lou Harries, Linda Suttles of Emmett, and Linda Pettay. Ann Guerich was in charge of the guest book. | |
| 3268 |  | Marriage- Pearl, Susan-Glynn, Jerry Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Glynn Pearl-Glynn Vows Read Mr. and Mrs. James B. Pearl announce the marriage of their daughter, Susan Marie to Jerry Dean Glynn, son of Mrs. Flossie Glynn and the late John Glynn, September 2 at Immaculate Conception Church, St. Marys. Fr. A1 Rockers performed the double ring ceremony. The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a gown of silk-a-la-mode. Cluny and Venice lace formed the bib-bodice and sleeves and ruffle at the hem which flowed to a chapel length train. Pearls were scattered lightly over the Cluny lace. A bonnett of Cluny lace trimmed with pearls held her three-tier bouffant veil. Mrs. Randy Kuhn, Kansas City Mo., served her sister as matron of honor. Mrs. Mike Pearl, sister-in-law of the bride, and Mrs. John Glynn, sister-in-law of the groom, served as bridesmaids. Ginger Pearl, cousin of the bride was flower girl and ring bearer was Eric Williams. Dan Glynn served his brother as best man and groomsmen were Steve Glynn and John Glynn, also brothers of the groom. Ushers were R. D. Core and David Figge. Carla Reese was organist. Dana Rodenbaugh was vocalist and guitarist. R. D. Core was lector at the Nuptial Mass. A reception at the Centennial Building followed the ceremony. The bride is employed by Medical Associates, Inc. as a secretary. The groom is attending Washburn University and is employed by St. Francis Hospital. Both are graduates of St. Marys High School. The couple is at home in Topeka. | |
| 3269 |  | Marriage- Pearson, Irene-Cahill, John Pearson-Cahill A lovely home wedding took place Sunday morning at 8 o’clock at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Cal Pearson of Lyndon, when their daughter, Irene, became the bride of John L. Cahill, son of Mr. and Mrs. Alva Cahill of Eskridge. Rev. E. 0. Burgett, of Topeka officiated. Preceding the ceremony Mrs. Burgert sang “I Love You Truly,” and then played the wedding march. The bridal pair stood in front of an altar of flowers lighted with candles. The bride wore a white chiffon dress and carried a bouquet of roses. She was attended by her sister, Miss Elisa Mae Pearson and the groom’s attendant was his brother, Walter Cahill as best man. Mrs. Cahill graduated from the Osage City high school and has been employed in the accounting department of the Bell Telephone Co. for a number of years. Mr. Cahill graduated from the Rossville high school with the class of ’31 and made his home with his aunt, Mrs. Chettie Howard while attending school. He has a job as timekeeper for the Watson Construction Co. They will be at home after September 1, at 1122 West Third Street, in Topeka. | |
| 3270 |  | Marriage- Pendleton, Betty-Miller, Donald Pendleton-Miller marriage is announced Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Pendleton of Willard announce the marriage of their daughter Betty to Mr. Donald Miller, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Miller also of Willard. The bride is a student at Stormont School of Nursing in Topeka. Donald at present is engaged in farming. Both are graduates of Rossville High School. They are making their home on the Miller farm south of Willard. | |
| 3271 |  | Marriage- Pendleton, Fern-Rogers, Clyde PENDLETON—ROGERS Of exceptional interest because of the culmination of school day romance, and the popularity of the couple, was the wedding this morning of Miss Fern Pendleton niece of Mrs. Chettie Howard, and Mr. Clyde Rogers, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Rogers of the Willard neighborhood. The wedding took place at the Methodist parsonage at Riley, Kansas, at 10 o’clock, the Rev. Wright M. Horton officiating. The bride was lovely in a navy blue triple sheer gown with white linen accessories and carried a bouquet of pink roses and baby breath. Miss Irene Bond, life-time friend and chum of the bride, acted as bridesmaid, and was attired in an afternoon gown of gray sheer crepe with brown accessories. She wore a corsage of red roses. Mr. Joe Campbell of Kansas City, was best man. Mrs. Rogers has grown to womanhood in Rossville, completing her grade and high school work in the Rossville schools. She graduated with the class of 1926, She also attended Kansas State and summer school at Kansas University. She has taught in the Rossville grade school for the past seven year and has been an active worker in the church circles and for several years has labored and successfully led the Girl Scout organization. She is one of Rossville’s popular and winsome girls with a sunny disposition, endearing her to everyone. Mr. Rogers, while a resident of the Dover-Willard community, has been popular among his Rossville associates. He also attended Kansas State after completing his high school work end for a number of years has been successfully farming Following a wedding luncheon at the Wareham hotel in Manhattan, Mr. and Mrs. Rogers left on an overland honeymoon trip to points in Colorado, Teton, Yellowstone and Glacier National parks, Canada and home by way of Salt Lake City. | |
| 3272 |  | Marriage- Perlberg, Lynn-Reid, Robert Perlberg-Reid Vows Exchanged April 10 A wedding ceremony was quietly solemnized Thursday afternoon, April 10, in the Rossville Presbyterian church uniting Lynn Perlberg and Robert Reid in marriage. The Rev. Robert Boughton performed the double ring ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Reid will be at home in Rossville after April 14. | |
| 3273 |  | Marriage- Perry, Ada-Lambert, Vance Perry-Lambert Miss Ada Marie Perry, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Perry of St. Marys, and Vance Leo Lambert, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Lambert, were united in marriage at 3 o'clock Sunday afternoon, Sept 3, in the Methodist church at St. Marys. The Rev. Charles Wogan, pastor officiated. It was a quiet ceremony. In attendance were members of both families and close friends. The bride is an alumnae of St. Mary's High. The groom graduated from Rossville High. The newlyweds are residing at Rossville at present. | |
| 3274 |  | Marriage- Perry, Charlene-Carlin, Arthur Are married in Germany Mrs. Rae Trimble The marriage of Charlene Ann Perry to Mr. Arthur D. Carlin was solemnized at 1:00 p.m. Sept. 27, in Our Lady of Bavaria Catholic Church, Munich, Germany. The Rev. Anscar Sullivan officiated. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Milton Perry, Rossville, and Mr. and Mrs. Elvin Corbin of Columbia, Kentucky. Mrs. Corbin is a graduate of Rossville High School and attended City College, San Francisco, California. She is employed by the Department of the Army, Munich. Mr. Corbin was graduated from Adair County High School, Columbia, Ky., and Western Kentucky University. He is presently serving in the U.S. Army and is stationed in Germany. Following a wedding trip to Rome, Italy, the couple is at home in Munich. | |
| 3275 |  | Marriage- Perry, Holly-Graves, Scott Perry-Graves Holly Sue Perry and Scott Wayne Graves exchanged wedding vows at 2 p.m. July 26 in Rossville Christian Church, Rossville. The Rev. Robert Sieh officiated. The bride is the daughter of Gerald D. Perry, Rossville, and Patricia J. Essman, New Braunfels, Texas. The bridegroom’s parents are Warren and Sharon Graves, Rossville. Attending the bride were Janelle Clark, Wamego; Shellie Abbott and Jayne Dick, Rossville. Attending the bridegroom were Tony Trimble, Steve Graves and Gary Smith, Rossville. Mr. and Mrs. Graves graduated from Rossville High School and attended Emporia State University. She is employed at Blue Cross and He is employed by Dultmeier Improvements. | |
| 3276 |  | Marriage- Perry, Janet-Sumner, Vernon The Immaculate Conception Church in St. Marys was the setting for the marriage of Janet Irene Perry, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roger Perry, of St. Marys, to Mr. Vernon L. Sumner, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Sumner, Delia. The couple was married at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 29, during a ceremony performed by Fr. Al Rockers. The bride wore an A-line floor length gown of bridal satin and venise lace. The empire bodice was fashioned with a scoop neckline and full sleeves with wide lace trimmed cuffs. Venise lace streamers extended down the skirt front and circled the waistline. The attached train was caught at the waistline and extended to full chapel length. She wore a Juliet veil and carried a bouquet of red roses and baby breath. Mrs. Nancy Darting, Emmett, was her sister’s matron of honor, and bridesmaids were Tippi Fox, Pat Carlin, and Patricia Perry, sister of the bride, all of St. Marys. Flower girl was Nancy Sumner, Delia, sister of the bridegroom. Ring bearers were Keith and Andy Perry, brothers of the bride. Dennis Sumner of Delia, was his brother’s best man, and groomsmen were Jerry Lutz, Holton, and Joe Simecka, Delia. Ushers were Jeff Perry, brother of the bride, and Mick Keller, Rossville. Commentator was Dwight Martinek of Rossville. A reception and dance at the Centennial Building followed the ceremony. Mrs. Sumner is a graduate of St. Marys High School. Mr. Sumner is a graduate of Rossville High School, and is employed by Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., Topeka. | |
| 3277 |  | Marriage- Perry, JoAnn-Clark, Raymond Perry-Clark Mr. and Mrs. R.H. Perry announce the marriage of their daughter, JoAnn Rachel, to Mr. Raymond Clark, son of Mr. and Mrs. B.M. Clark of Delia, on Saturday morning, May 26, at Holy Cross Church, Emmett, in a double ring ceremony. Rev. William Lobeck, pastor, performed the wedding ceremony. The servers were Joe Flanagan and Caro, both friends of the couple. The bride chose as her only attendant, Miss JoAnn Holbert, of Delia, as her maid of honor, dressed in an aqua suit with white accessories. She carried a white prayer book, and her corsage was of yellow roses. The bride was attired in a golden wheat suit with white accessories. She wore a cross and gold ear rings, gift of the groom. She carried a white prayer book, topped with a gold cross. She chose talisman roses as her corsage. The groom selected his cousin, Mr. George Clark, of Emmett, as best man. He wore a gray suit. The groom wore a blue suit. Both best man and groom had white carnations boutonnieres. Music was furnished by the church choir for the nuptial high Mass. Miss Fredia Laswell, sang after the ceremony: "On This Day, Beautiful Mother" A friend of the couple, Miss Bonnie Laswell, Fredia Lasswell and charge of the guest book. The bride's mother appeared in a pink and white silk dress and black accessories. She wore pink and white carnation corsage. The groom's mother, wore a blue linen and white dress, black accessories and a pink carnation corsage. Bonnie Lasswell, Freda Lasswell and Tillie McNeive, who played the organ, wore a white rose corsage. After the wedding a reception was held in the Holy Cross hall. The wedding cake was given to the couple by the bride's brother, W.L. Van Vleck and family of Topeka. Mrs. Frank Stach of Rossville cut the beautiful four-tier cake. Mrs. Rafe Clark of Kansas City sister-in-law of the groom, cut the big sheet cake, which was given to the couple by the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. R.H. Perry. The bride is an alumna of Rossville High School. The groom attended Emmett school. He is engaged in farming. The newly weds will reside 3 1/2 miles southeast of Emmett. A dance was held for friends and relatives at the church hall, the night of May 26. Sumner's music was provided. - St. Mary Star. [From 21 Jun 1957] | |
| 3278 |  | Marriage- Perry, Sherrie-Catron, Rodney Perry-Catron Vows Exchanged in Mid-November A nuptial mass on Saturday, November 15, 1980, united Sherrie Lynn Perry and Rodney Catron in marriage. The 2:00 ceremony was held at the St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Rossville. Fr. Clarence Krajicek heard the exchange of vows in a double ring ceremony. Parents of the bride are Mrs. Patricia Essman, Kyle, Tex., and Mr. Gerald Perry, Route 8, Topeka. Mr. and Mrs. Benny Catron, Mayetta, are the groom’s parents. Serving as maid of honor for her sister was Tammy Perry, Emporia. Eva Rake and Kay Nider, Rossville, and Ljsa Stadler, Manhattan, were her bridesmaids. Best man for the groom was his brother, Keith Catron, Rossville. His groomsmen were Mark Catron, Mayetta, a brother; Gerry Dolezilek and Karl French, Hays. Darold Catron and Roger Catron, Mayetta, brothers of the groom, and Tate Perry, Route 8, Topeka, brother of the bride, were ushers. Holly Perry, the bride’s sister, attended the guest book. Mrs. Bev Martinek, organist, provided wedding music and also accompanied Kathy Olejnik, vocalist. Dwight Martinek was lector and servers at the Mass were Dustin Martinek and Terry Horak. Following the ceremony, a reception to honor the couple was held in the church fellowship hall. The couple took a wedding trip to Colorado, and are now at home in rural Delia. | |
| 3279 |  | Marriage- Persons, Pamela-Hays, James Persons-Hays Vows Exchanged in Late Summer Wedding Pamela A. Persons and James H. Hays, Rossville, were united in marriage on Saturday, August 20,1994, at the Rossville United Methodist Church. The Rev. Dale Lewis officiated, with assistance from the Rev. Ken Rogers. Attending the couple were the bride’s children, Angela Persons and David Persons. Margaret Walker, Corydon, Ind., sister of the groom, was matron of honor. Best man was Robert Walker, brother-in-law of the groom. Ushers were Jack Hawn, Ozawkie, Tommie L. Smith, Topeka, and David Foster and Doug Queen, Rossville, friends of the groom. Candles were lit by James Marshall, El Dorado, nephew of the bride. Music for the service was provided by the Rev. and Mrs. Lewis, Danielle Brunin and Angela Persons. Sandra Wichman played the organ. A reception was held at the church immediately following the ceremony, hosted by Michelle Roth and Rhonda Peck, cousins of the bride, and Kristi Marshall, sister-in-law of the bride. The wedding cake was prepared by Ethel Mae Hodge, aunt of the bride. Jessica, Rebecca, and Amy Marshall, El Dorado, nieces of the bride, attended the guest book and gift table. Mrs. Hays is the daughter of Laurence and Ann Marshall, Emmett. Mr. Hays is the son of Lois F. Hays, Corydon, Ind., and the late Clay Blaine Hays, Jr. The couple is at home in rural Rossville. | |
| 3280 |  | Marriage- Peterson, Kirsten-Adams, David Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Peterson, Newton, announce the marriage of their daughter, Kirsten Ann, to David Stewart Adams, son of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond E. Adams, Sr., Maple Hill, which took place Saturday, June 21, in Bethel College Church, North Newton. | |
| 3281 |  | Marriage- Petro, Diane-Wilbanks, Warren [Caption: Mrs. Warren Wilbanks (Diana Petro)] Petro-Wilbanks Diana Kathleen Petro and Warren Reese Wilbanks were united in marriage at 1:30 p.m. Dec. 2 in Most Pure Heart of Mary Church. The Rev. Joe Lopez officiated. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard T. Petro; and the bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Wilbanks, Houston, Texas. Attending the bride were Polly Petro, and Amelia Evans; Diana Evans, Lecompton; Angie Kolb and Susan Jones, Austin, Texas. Attending the bridegroom were James Wilbanks, Houston; Robin Deal, Austin, Texas; John Litfin, Jeff Litfin and Lance Galloway. The bride is a graduate of Topeka West High School and Emporia State University with a degree in foreign language. She studied Latin American economics at the University of New Mexico. The bridegroom graduated from C.E. King High School and Blinn College with a degree in biology. He is employed by the Department of Public Safety, Austin, Texas. After a honeymoon trip to Mazatlan, Mexico, the couple will reside in Austin, Texas. [From 1989] | |
| 3282 |  | Marriage- Phelps, Marilyn-Patterson, Darrell Phelps-Patterson Miss Marilyn Phelps of Sedgwick, Kan., became the bride of Darrell Alton Patterson of this city on Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock at Metropolitan Baptist church. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bryon Phelps of Sedgwick and the bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. A.A. Patterson, 542 North Bluff. Rev. Irving O. Conradson performed the double ring ceremony. Bob Gorman and Mrs. Dale Walton of Augusta, sister of the bride, sang wedding selections, accompanied at the organ by Buddy Whitesides of Wichita. The bride wore a gown of nylon net and Chantilly lace with a lace bodice and full net skirt appliquéd with lace. Her fingertip veil of French illusion was trimmed with matching lace. She carried pink roses and white tuberoses with white satin streamers. Alice Lee Phelps was matron of honor and Eleanor Phelps was bridesmaid. Both are the bride's sisters. Charmaine Owens and Sharon Lewis lighted the tapers. The matron of honor wore a green taffeta gown with matching mitts and halo of nylon. The bridesmaid was attired similarly in pink. The bride's mother wore navy crepe and the bridegroom's mother chose navy organdy. Each had white accessories and a corsage of pink carnations. Jerry Patterson, Wichita, served his brother as best man. Ushers were Brice Orr of Neodesha, Kan., Kenneth Visser of Riley, Kan., and Merwin Lewis of Sedgwick. A reception was held at Twentieth Century clubhouse After a wedding trip to Topeka the couple now is at home at 1513 Parkwood lane in this city. -Wichita Eagle [From 23 Aug 1951] | |
| 3283 |  | Marriage- Philipp, Michel-Quakenbush, Allen Philipp/Quakenbush Couple Married at Ward-Meade Park Michel' Jolene Philipp and Allen Rex Quakenbush were married Saturday, June 14, 1986, at historic Ward-Meade Park, Topeka, by the Rev. Don Richardson, Ottawa. Parents of the bride are Mr. and Mrs. Robert Welch, Topeka, and Mr. David Philipp, Minneapolis, Minn. Mr. Quackenbush is the son of Mrs. Barbara Quakenbush, Beloit, and the late Rex Quakenbush. Michel', a 1981 graduate of Rossville High School, attended the University of Kansas and graduated from Washburn University with a communications degree in 1985. She is employed by the Kansas Press Association as director of the membership services division. Mr. Quakenbush is a 1972 graduate of Beloit High School. He graduated from the William Allen White School of Journalism, University of Kansas, with a journalism degree in 1976, and is a sports writer with the Topeka Capital-Journal. Attending the bride were Nancy Ramberg and Toni Palmer, Topeka; and Janice Taylor, Silver Lake. The groom’s attendants were Jim Ramberg and Allen Leiker, Topeka; and Mike Kadel, Coffeyville. Roger Simpson, Denver, and Greg Askins, Hays, served as ushers. Lori Petrowski Brown, Lenexa, attended the guest book. Servers were Debbie Bach, Topeka, and Debbie Rezac, Onaga. The bride wore an ivory lace-covered tea-length gown gathered at the waist, with sheer, long sleeves. She carried a bouquet of pink sweetheart roses, yellow daisies, stephanotis and ivy. Her attendants wore royal blue silk street-length dresses and carried bouquets of assorted spring flowers. The groom and groomsmen wore black tuxedoes, highlighted with royal blue cumberbunds and neckties. The groomsmen also wore white carnation boutonnieres; the groom’s boutonniere was a red rose with baby’s breath. The early morning garden ceremony was followed with a reception at Ward-Meade, and an all-day picnic at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Topeka. The couple traveled to Vancouver, British Columbia, for their honeymoon. They are now at home in Topeka. | |
| 3284 |  | Marriage- Pinkerton, Elaine-Viergever, Dan [Caption: Mr. and Mrs. Dan Viergever] Pinkerton-Viergever Vows in Oklahoma Miss Elaine Pinkerton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Pinkerton, Wakita, became the bride of Dan W. Viergever, son of Mr. and Mrs. Chris Viergever, Rossville, Kansas, February 7, in a recent ceremony at the First Methodist Church of Wakita, Oklahoma, with the Rev. Howard Roberts, officiating before a background of double candelabra holding tall white tapers and baskets of gladioli. Mrs. Paul Dahlem, organist, accompanied Miss Sue Spiva, Shidler, who sang, "Whither Thou Goest," "With This Ring" and "The Lord's Prayer." Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a gown of lace and tulle over taffeta. The bodice featured a sabrina neckline outlined with seed pearls. Long sleeves came to points over the hands. The full length skirt was of tulle with lace inserts and appliquéd medallions of the lace, and featured alternating tiers of lace and tulle down the back, giving the effect of a train. Her veil of illusion was held by a small lace cap designed and made by the bride. It was edged with the seed pearls to match the dress and tiny pleated ruffles trimmed the scalloped edge. She carried a cascade bouquet of blue carnations and white hyacinth atop a white satin bible. Mrs. L.D. Garrett, Ponca City, Sister of the bride, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Miss Sharon Thornhill, Wakita, and Miss Sue Viergever, Rossville, sister of the groom. All wore periwinkle blue satin dresses featuring matching lace yokes and very full skirts. Small veils were held by matching head bows. Each carried colonial bouquets of white carnations with blue and white ribbons. Tapers were lighted by Sharon Viergever, sister of the groom, and Dottie Pinkerton, sister of the bride. They wore dresses identical to the bridesmaid's but in a lighter shade of the blue. They wore wrist corsages of white carnations. Gary French, Rossville, served as best man. Attendants were Donald Jacobson, Rossville, and Kenneth Mason, Topeka, Kansas. Ushers were Kenneth Bennett and Bill Wild, both of Rossville. For her daughter's wedding, Mrs. Pinkerton chose a blue sheath dress with matching hat and black accessories. Mrs. Viergever, mother of the groom, chose a navy blue dress with white hat and accessories. Their corsages were of white carnations. Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church dining room. The serving table, covered with a lace cloth over blue, featured the large three-tiered wedding cake topped with wedding bells and decorated in white and silver. Assisting were Miss Donna Riley, cousin of the bride, Mrs. Allen Riley, aunt of the bride, Mrs. O.C. Snapp, Miss Sue Ayers, Miss Karen Webb, Miss Gayle Sutton and Miss Madge Stuart who kept the guest book. For going away the bride chose a peacock blue wool suit with white and black accessories. Her corsage was the centerpiece of her bridal bouquet. Mr. and Mrs. Viergever are making their home in Wellington, Kansas where Mr. Viergever is employed. [From 5 Mar 1959] | |
| 3285 |  | Marriage- Pinkerton, Elaine-Viergever, Dan 2 Those attending the wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Dan W. Viergever at Wakita, Oklahoma, were Mrs. Chris Viergever, Sue and Sharon, Gary and Laird French, John and Donald Jacobson, Kenneth Mason, Bill Wild, Kenneth Bennett from Rossville; Mrs. Pete Beer, Trinnie Moyer and Anna Marie Harper of Willard. | |
| 3286 |  | Marriage- Pipkin, Kathy-Nadeau, Dennis Mrs. Dennis Nadeau (Kathy Pipkin) Pipkin-Nadeau Kathy L. Pipkin became the bride of Dennis L. Nadeau at 3 p.m. Aug. 7 in Gage Park Baptist Church. The Rev. Don Allen officiated. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B. L. Pipkin, Silver Lake, and the bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Darwin Banta, Delia. Attending the couple were Carol Francis, Silver Lake, and Chuck Macha, Rossville. Mrs. Nadeau was graduated from Silver Lake High School and Mr. Nadeau is a graduate of Rossville High School. She is employed by the State of Kansas and he is employed by the Wamego Sand Co. The couple is living at 511 Spruce, Rossville. | |
| 3287 |  | Marriage- Platt, Mary-Marney, Dean Platt-Marney Miss Mary Ellen Platt of Silver Lake and Mr. Dean Marney of Rossville were quietly married in Topeka Tuesday evening June 6. Mr. and Mrs. Marney will make their home for the present at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Marney. Mr. Marney is employed at the dehydrating plant. | |
| 3288 |  | Marriage- Pobrislo, Frances-Mason, Clay Miss Frances Pobrislo, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Vinc [sic Vince] Pobrislo of the Delia neighborhood, and Mr. Clay Mason of Rossville, were united in marriage Monday, May 25, by Probate Judge John Chaney at Topeka. | |
| 3289 |  | Marriage- Pollard, Dorothy-Whearty, Calvin CHARLENE POLLARD BECOMES BRIDE OF CALVIN WHEARTY In a single ring ceremony Saturday afternoon, October 9, in Ellis, Miss Dorothy Charlene Pollard became the bride of Mr. Calvin Wesley Whearty, both of Topeka. The vows were exchanged at 3 o’clock in the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Melville H. Pollard, formerly of Topeka. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Martin L. Whearty of Rossville. The Rev. Mr. McNeil read the service in the presence of relatives only. The couple stood before the fireplace, which was banked with chrysanthemums, other fall flowers and greenery. The bride chose for her marriage a beige lace dress over beige faille, made with full circular skirt and scoop neckline. She wore a brown velvet hat and other accessories in brown velvet. Her corsage was Talisman roses. Mrs. Riley R. Whearty of Lawrence, who was matron of honor, wore a brown Japanese silk dress with a yellow rose corsage. Lt. Col. Riley R. Whearty was best man for his brother. The bride’s mother was dressed in navy blue and the bridegroom’s mother wore dark brown. Their corsages were gardenias. A reception and buffet dinner followed the ceremony. Mrs. David A. Fry of Alta Vista and Mrs. Leonard Haldiman and Miss Dorothy Paul, both of Ellis, assisted. The table, centered with an arrangement of fall flowers was decorated with a tiered wedding cake and burning tapers. As Mr. Whearty and his bride left for a honeymoon trip to Niagara Falls, she was wearing a navy and white suit. After October 18 they will be at home in Topeka at 2920 Colorado. Both Mr. and Mrs. Whearty are employed in the Santa Fe offices. Out of town guests attending the wedding were Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Whearty of Rossville, Mr. and Mrs. S. L. Nason and Mrs. Dangerfield of Topeka, Mr. and Mrs. G. L. Whearty and Gail Sue, Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Whearty and Marsha. Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Wanick, Diana and Steve all of Wichita, Lt. Col and Mrs. R. R. Whearty, Rusty and Jane of Lawrence. | |
| 3290 |  | Marriage- Polson, Christina-Olejnik, William A double wedding ceremony was solemnized October 6th at the Presbyterian Manse in Rossville when William Olejnik of Rossville and Christina Polson of Silver Lake; and Edward Olejnik and Grete [Greta] Mae Polson also of Silver Lake were united in marriage. | |
| 3291 |  | Marriage- Pomeroy, Kerry-Martinek, Daniel Mrs. Daniel Martinek (Kerry Pomeroy) Pomeroy-Martinek The marriage of Kerry L. Pomeroy to Daniel M. Martinek was solemnized at 2 p.m. Sept. 24 in the Reinisch Rose Garden, Gage Park. Judge Bill G. Honeyman officiated. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Neil A. Addington and the late Mr. Addington and the bridegroom’s parents are Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Martinek. Attending the couple were Mrs. Craig Martinek, Kathleen Addington, Thomas T. Donnelly and Darrel Martinek. Mr. Martinek was graduated from Hayden High School and is self- employed in Dan’s Vinyl Siding Co. The couple is at home at 1109 Lincoln. | |
| 3292 |  | Marriage- Porter, Clara-McGhee, Charles Miss Clara Porter, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D.W. Porter of Rossville, and Mr. Charles O. McGhee of Osawkie [sic Ozawkie] were united in marriage June 10. [sic McGehee] | |
| 3293 |  | Marriage- Porter, Mary-Nadeau, Dan Porter-Nadeau Wedding Held in Minister's Home The wedding of Mrs. Mary B. Porter and Mr. Dan A. Nadeau of Shawnee, Oklahoma, was performed recently in the Tecumseh, Okla., home of Rev. J.K. Macon. The couple was attended by Mr. and Mrs. Grady Porter of Fort Smith, Ark., son and daughter-in-law of the bride. A number of friends from the Shawnee and Tecumseh area witnessed the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Nadeau are now at home at 222 North Market, Shawnee, Okla. He is a retired veteran and, presently, a hotel clerk. --taken from the Shawnee News Star | |
| 3294 |  | Marriage- Porter, Tamela-Kerwin, Kevin (Tamela Porter) Porter-Kerwin Tameia Porter and Kevin Kerwin were married at 2 p.m. April 24 in Sacred Heart Church, Delia, with the Rev. Larry R. Ginzkey officiating. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Marion Porter, Maple Hill, and Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Kerwin, Delia. Noel Miller, Maple Hill, and Darlene McGranahan and Jeannine Riddle, Topeka, attended the bride. The bridegroom’s attendants were Pat Kerwin and Mike Kerwin, Delia, and Wesley Rezac, St. Marys. Mrs. Kerwin attended Wabaunsee High School and is employed by the Kansas Insurance Department. Mr. Kerwin attended St. Marys High School and is a farmer. | |
| 3295 |  | Marriage- Porter, Tamela-Kerwin, Kevin 2 Porter-Kerwin Wedding April 24 in Delia Tamela Porter and Kevin Kerwin began their lives together when they were joined in marriage at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 24, 1982, at Sacred Heart Church, Delia, Ks. Father Larry R. Ginzkey officiated the double ring ceremony. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Marion Porter, Maple Hill, and Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Kerwin, Delia. The bride, escorted to the altar by her father, wore a white sheer organdy and silk Venice lace dress with a low scoop neck and high empire waist with Venice lace and short cap sleeves. She wore a chapel train enhanced with vertical rows of scalloped lace and flowers. The veil was a walking length, full circle, with a laced edge. The bride carried peach colored roses embedded in angel’s lace. Noel Miller, Maple Hill, was the matron of honor. The bridesmaids were Darlene McGranahan, sister of the bride, and Jeannine Riddle, a friend of the bride, both from Topeka. They wore floor length gowns in a peach color, trimmed in a darker peach lace. They carried light blue carnations, daisies and peach roses with angel’s lace. They also wore peach roses in their hair. The flower girl was Jennifer McGranahan, niece of the bride. She wore a white knee-lengtn dress with a light pink sash at the waist. The groom wore a white tuxedo and bow tie with a light blue shirt. Best man was Pat Kerwin, a brother of the groom. Groomsmen were Michael Kerwin, brother of the groom, Delia; and Wesley Rezac, friend of the couple, St. Marys. The groomsmen wore light blue tuxedos with white shirts and light blue bow ties. Ring bearer was Bryan Poppelreiter, nephew of the groom, Maple Hill. He wore a white tuxedo and bow tie with a light blue shirt. Ushers were Michael Porter, brother of the bride, Maple Hill; and Ambrose Ketter, friend of the groom, St. Marys. They wore dark blue pants, vests and bow ties, light blue jackets trimmed in dark blue with white shirts. Rita Chalfant, Topeka, attended the guest book. Beverly Martinek provided the music, and Kathy Olejnik was the vocalist. Dwight Martinek was the reader, and Terry Horak and Dustin Martinek were the servers; all are from Delia. A reception and dinner at the Rossville American Legion building followed the Mass and ceremony. Marty Ronnau, St. Marys, and Jean Poppelreiter, Maple Hill, sisters of the groom, cut the cake. The punch was served by Cheryl Fink, Topeka, friend of the bride. The gift table was attended by Charlene Porter, aunt of the bride. Charlene Porter and Rita Chalfant, a friend of the bride, helped serve the dinner. Delores Floersch, a friend of the couple, prepared the food. A dance was held at the Rossville American Legion building. Music was provided by the “Poverty Pocket Pickets” from Topeka. Out-of-town relatives were: Pauline Kaullen, Sikeston, Mo.; Janet Foresman, Scottsdale, Ariz.; Barbara, Ann and Jennifer Marshall, Cape Girardeau, Mo.; Mr. and Mrs. Larry Sisson and Guy, New Memphis, Ill.; Mr. and Mrs. James Puskas and Mr. and Mrs. James Puskas, Jr., and Chad, Shawnee; Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Puskas, Overland Park; and Mr. Rusty Puskas and Sonya, Kansas City, Ks. | |
| 3296 |  | Marriage- Powell, Blanche-Smith, Nelson Powell-Smith Mr. and Mrs. George Smith of this city announce the marriage of their son Nelson N. Smith, of Topeka, to Miss Blanche Powell of Topeka. The ceremony was performed Sunday morning, September 1, at 9 o'clock at the home of the Rev. G. C. Albin of Topeka. Mr. and Mrs. George Smith were in Topeka last week assisting their son Nelson fix up his home in preparation for his bride. | |
| 3297 |  | Marriage- Prater, Opal-Montgomery, Kenneth A marriage license was granted Wednesday to Opal Prater, daughter of Mr. Mrs. Ky Prater and Mr. Kenneth J. Montgomery, both of Topeka. | |
| 3298 |  | Marriage- Pratt, Esther-Parr, Joseph The marriage of Miss Esther Pratt, daughter, of Doctor and Mrs. H. F. Pratt, to Mr. Joseph Parr, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Parr, Sr., took place Saturday at the home of the bride’s parents, 1118 Taylor. Before the ceremony Miss Netta Startup sang “At Dawning,” by Cadmenand “Happy Birds.” She was accompanied by Mrs. Roy Talbert. Little Laurine Parr, niece of the bridegroom, was dressed in pink and carried the ring in a large white lily, preceded the couple. Mrs. Talbert played Lohengrin’s wedding march during the wedding march. The ceremony was read before a hank of ferns and spring flowers by the Rev. John Wells Rahill. After the ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. Parr, Jr., left on a trip to Colorado. After August 1 they will be at home on the Pratt farm south of Rossville.—Topeka Capital Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Parr returned home Friday from their automobile trip to Colorado points while on their honeymoon. Mr. Parr reports a battle with muddy roads on the way out and on the return trip, an unusual amount of tire trouble and was forced to drive twenty-six miles at one point in low after stripping the high speed gears. Mr. and Mrs. Parr will have their quarters in Topeka until some time in August when they are to occupy the farm south of town now occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Sam Hoover. | |
| 3299 |  | Marriage- Prior, Diane-DeBacker, Severin Prior-DeBacker Vows Exchanged August 14 Diane M. Prior became the bride of Severin N. DeBacker at 7 p.m. Saturday, August 14, 1982, at the home of the bride’s parents, with Judge O. F. Maskil officiating. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. John Prior, St. Marys, and Mr. George DeBacker, Delia. Mrs. DeBacker is a graduate of St. Marys High School and Emporia State University and is employed by Luckey High School in Manhattan as a business instructor. Mr. DeBacker is a graduate of Rossville High School and is self-employed. | |
| 3300 |  | Marriage- Prockish, Monica-McGuire, Henry Prockish-McGuire Henry McGuire and Miss Monica Prockish were married Monday morning at 8:30 a.m. at St. Marys. The Rev. Father McNeive performing the ceremony. After the wedding mass the near relatives and friends of the bride and groom were given a wedding dinner and supper after which they spent the evening in dancing. The newly married couple were the recipients of many useful presents. Hose attending the wedding from Rossville were, Mrs. Mary Baker, George Baker and John Quirk; Fred Baker and wife and Joe McGuire of Valencia. The bride and groom have the best wishes of their many friends for a long and prosperous life. Alley and Georgie Hahn played for a wedding dance at Henry McGuire's at Belvue. |
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