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| 2701 |  | Marriage- Cress, Sabrina-Smith, Michael Sabrina Tabetha Cress Michael Lee Smith Cress-Smith Sabrina Tabetha Cress and Michael Lee Smith were married July 17, 1993, at Rossville Christian Church, Rossville. The Rev. Bob Sieh officiated. The bride is the daughter of Verlon and Judy Cress, Delia. The groom is the son of Ron and Kathy Smith, Carbondale. Attending the bride were Michelle Wood and Tabatha Cress, both of Delia; and Sarah Perez, Tecumseh. Attending the groom were Brad Hase, Shreveport, La.; Scott Coppoc, Concordia; and Joe Smith, Carbondale. Ushers were Brian Smith and Quentin Sleichter, both of Carbondale. Candlelighters were Jennifer Cress, Delia, and Beth Donnelly, Silver Lake. Flower girl and ring bearer were Jamie Wood, Delia, and Christopher Cooper, Rossville. Vocalists were Sharlene Cooper, Rossville, and Ross Vander Hamm, St. Marys. Organist was Kathy Cahill, Rossville. The bride is a graduate of Rossville High School and has a certificate in secretarial skills from Highland Community College. She is employed by H.M. Ives and Sons Inc., Topeka. The groom is a graduate of Santa Fe Trails High School, Carbondale, and Ottawa University. He is employed by Metropolitan Topeka Airport Authority. The Smiths make their home in Carbondale. | |
| 2702 |  | Marriage- Cress, Sarah-Perez, Theodore Sarah Cress Theodore Perez Cress-Perez Sarah Samantha Cress and Theodore Perez were united in marriage May 11 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. The Rev. Dan Gardner officiated. Parents of the couple are Verlon and Judy Cress, Delia, and Cecil and Agapita Perez, Topeka. Attending the bride were Karla Hurla, Maple Hill; Laurie Weekes, Topeka; Sabrina Mercer, St. Marys; Sharlene Cooper, Rossville, and Tabetha Cress, Delia. The bridegroom’s attendants were Jim Erickson, Aurora, Colo.; Brad Mickens, Rod Stitt and Jay Fisher, Topeka, and Tavis Wistuba, Winchester. Flowergirl was Sara Thielenhaus. The bride is a graduate of Rossville High School. The bridegroom is a graduate of Shawnee Heights High School and attended Washburn University. | |
| 2703 |  | Marriage- Cress, Sharlene-Cooper, Shawn June 20 Wedding Selected, by Cress/Cooper Couple Sharlene Nicole Cress and Shawn Cooper were united in marriage Saturday, June 20, 1987, at the Rossville Christian Church. The Reverend Bob Sieh officiated. Parents of the couple are Verlon and Judy Cress, Delia, and Bob and Cathy Cooper, rural Topeka. Attending the bride were Brenda Dudney and Angie Parnell, Rossville. The groom’s attendants were Shane Cooper and Chris Waldy, rural Topeka. Sharlene and Shawn are graduates of Rossville High School. Sharlene is employed by Doug’s Pharmacy in Rossville and Shawn works for Bell Electric in Rossville. They are living in Rossville. | |
| 2704 |  | Marriage- Cress, Tabatha-Large, Michael Tabatha Lynn Cress Michael Anthony Large Cress-Large Tabatha Lynn Cress and Michael Anthony Large exchanged marriage vows in a 3 p.m. ceremony Sept. 24, 1994, at the home of the bridegroom’s parents in Topeka. The Rev. Robert J. Farnsworth officiated. Parents of the couple are Verlon R. and Judy F. Cress, Delia, and Kenneth E. and Carol K. Large, Topeka. Tabetha Smith, Carbondale, was her sister’s maid of honor. The bridesmaids were Penny Finley, Topeka, and Dana Morgan, Maple Hill. Tracy Large, Topeka, was his brother’s best man. The groomsmen were Mr. Large’s brother, Jeffery Large of Olathe, and Sean Thornton, Topeka. Falicity Ann-Marie Cress, daughter of the bride, was the flower girl. Christopher Cooper, Harveyville, was the ring bearer. Music was provided by Eric Gates, Topeka. The bride's sister, Sharlene Cooper, Harveyville, recited a poem. Teresa Heine, Rossville, was the guest book attendant. The bride’s sister, Jennifer Cress, Delia, was the gift attendant. Josh Cress, Delia, brother of the bride, escorted the bride’s mother. The bride is a graduate of Rossville High School. She is a secretary at Westwood Plumbing. The bridegroom is a graduate of Highland Park High School and attended Kansas State University. He is majoring in mechanical engineering at Washburn University. He is a department manager at Southwest Publishing in Topeka. | |
| 2705 |  | Marriage- Crow, Denise-Hersh, Timothy Crow-Hersh Wedding Held December 27 Denise Elaine Crow and Timothy Alan Hersh, Topeka, were united in marriage at 4 p.m. Saturday, December 27, 1980, at the Northland Christian Church. The Reverend Mike Heil officiated at the double ring ceremony. The church was decorated with gladioli, carnations and poinsettias. Music was provided by Ms. Debbie Wilson, soloist, accompanied by Wesley Jones, Topeka, brother-in-law of the bride, on guitar and Ms. Jermie Lowe, organist. The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a gown of lace and net over taffeta with the skirt extending into a chapel length train. Her finger-tip veil was trimmed with lace matching the gown. She carried a bouquet of pink daisies, burgundy roses and stephanotis with white ribbon streamers. Her jewelry was her mother’s diamond locket. Kathy Thomas, Topeka, was maid of honor. Bridesmatrons were Donola Fairbanks, Delia, Debra Sebring, Osage City, and Lori Jones, Topeka, all sisters of the bride. Melody Sebring, Osage City, and Holly Fairbanks, Delia, nieces of the bride, were candlelighters. Stephanie Powers, Dallas, Tex., niece of the groom, was flower girl. They wore pink gowns and matching pink daisies in their hair. They carried bouquets of daisies, roses and stephanotis with burgundy and pink streamers. Best man was Rusty Starks, Topeka. The groomsmen were George K. Hersh II, Chicago, brother of the groom; Doug Crow, Delia, brother of the bride; and Greg Kramer, Manhattan. Ushers were Doug Stacken, Topeka, and Tom O’Brien, Valencia, brother-in-law of the groom. Ring bearer was Ryan Fairbanks, Delia, nephew of the bride, who carried the rings on a white heart-shaped pillow. The groom wore a white tuxedo and a burgundy rose boutonniere. The best man, groomsmen, ushers, fathers of the couple and ring bearer all wore burgundy tuxedos. Their boutonnieres were burgundy-tipped carnations. At the end of the ceremony the couple presented the parents with long stemmed roses. Mothers of the couple wore burgundy gowns with corsages of daisies, roses and stephanotis. Holly and Brad Fairbanks, Delia, and Melody Sebring, Osage City, passed out rice bags of pink net tied with burgundy ribbon. The reception was held in Fellowship. Hall immediately following the ceremony. Mrs. Tom O’Brien, sister of the groom, was in charge of the guest book. She served at the reception assisted by Mrs. George K. Hersh II, Chicago, and Mrs. John Burge. Mrs. Frank Sloyer was at the gift table. Mrs. Hersh is a graduate of Rossville High School and is employed by Frist National Bank of Topeka. Mr. Hersh is a graduate of Seaman High School, attended Kansas State University, and is employed by Express Card and Label Company, Inc. After a short trip to Kansas City, the couple is at home in Topeka. Parents of the couple are Mrs. Ed Thompson, Delia; Calvin Crow, Osage City, and Mr. and Mrs. George K. Hersh, Topeka. Among the guests at the wedding were the three grandmothers of the couple, all of whom had a part in the wedding preparation -- Mrs. Lola Crow and Mrs. Alice Sloyer, Topeka, and Mrs. Delfern Hailey, Oskaloosa. | |
| 2706 |  | Marriage- Crow, Mildred-Page, Dean MILDRED CROW—DEAN PAGE Miss Mildred Louise Crow, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Crow, of Dover, became the bride of Mr. Dean B. Page, son of Air. and Mrs. Ralph Page, of Rossville in a double-ring ceremony, read by the Rev. Don Jones, of Rossville at 3 o’clock, Sunday afternoon, August 13, at the home of the brides parents. Baskets of gladioli and fern and lighted tapers formed a back ground for the ceremony. The bride wore a powder blue lace with matching accessories and carried a bridal bouquet of red roses. Miss Dorothy Tabor, attended as maid of honor. She wore a grey linen dress with grey and red accessories. Her corsage was of gardenia and pink carnations. Mr. Don Stovall attended Mr. Page as best man. For going away the bride wore a rose dress with navy accessories and wore a corsage of gardenias. After a short wedding trip to the Ozarks the couple will be at home at 806 Vattier street, Manhattan, Kansas. Mrs. Page, a graduate of Dover High school has been employed by the Farm Bureau in Topeka the past two years. A graduate of Rossville High school Mr. Page is a senior at Kansas State college. | |
| 2707 |  | Marriage- Crow, Ruth-Sage, Richard A marriage license was granted to Richard James Sage of Topeka and Miss Ruth Crow of Willard. | |
| 2708 |  | Marriage- Cuffel, Gertrude-Gideon, Frank Frank Gideon and Gertrude Cuffel were married at Holton by Judge Slimmer July 4th. | |
| 2709 |  | Marriage- Cummings, Gale-McFarland, James Mrs. James McFarland Cummings-McFarland Vows Exchanged Miss Gale Ellen Cummings, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius Cummings of Rossville, became the bride of James I. McFarland April 5, 1974, in a candlelight ceremony at the Rossville Christian Church. Mr. Bob Sieh, pastor, officiated at the double ring ceremony. Ellen was given in marriage by her father. The bride wore her mother’s wedding dress and carried a bouquet of white daisies, yellow sweetheart roses, and baby’s breath. Sue Cummings was maid of honor. Alice Mary Cummings was junior bridesmaid, and Amy Cummings was flower girl. The girls wore yellow dotted swiss over taffeta gowns and white lace pictures. Each carried a daisy bouquet. John Nye was best man. Ire Kelley, brother-in-law of the bride, and Rick McFarland, brother of the groom, were ushers. Ring bearer was Teddy Langdon. Preceding the ceremony, the tall tapers were lighted by Miss Rhonda Lea Berry and Miss Debra Smith. They wore lavender dotted swiss gowns with white lace picture hats. Their flowers were daisies. Janice Miers played organ selections before and during the ceremony. Wayne Cummings, brother of the bride, sang “The Lord’s Prayer” and “The Wedding Song.” A reception at the church parlor immediately following the cere¬mony was served by Mrs. Ire Kelley, Shelly Conklin, Terry Houck, Terry Dugan, Nancy Rezac, Rhonda Berry and Debra Smith. After a honeymoon trip to Galveston Bay, the young couple is at home at 4813 South Topeka in Topeka, Ks. Mr. McFarland, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond McFarland of Pomona, is employed by Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. in Topeka as a mechanic’s apprentice. | |
| 2710 |  | Marriage- Cummings, Virginia-Franklin, John Cummings- Franklin Vows Exchanged The marriage of Miss Virginia Sue Cummings to John Paul Franklin, was solemnized by candlelight at the Rossville Christian Church, the evening of September 21, 1974, with the Rev. Bob Sieh officiating at the double ring ceremony. The bride, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius Cummings, was given in marriage by her father. She wore a lace delusterized satin gown, an original created by Alice Baird, styled with an empire waistline and hemline ruffle. The empire lines were emphasized with embroidery of seed pearls and lace. The pleated aisle length train was fastened at the high waistline with a lace and satin bow. Her full-length veil of illusion was held by a tiara of pearls. Her jewelry, a gift from the groom, was a white gold cross which will have a diamond added to it on each anniversary. The bride’s bouquet was of white roses, white daisies, apricot carnations and baby’s breath streamers. Identical gowns of apricot double knit were worn by the attendants who carried bouquets of white carnations. Mrs. Ellen McFarland, sister of the bride, was matron of honor and Miss Pam Mayo, was maid of honor. Flower girls were her sister. Amy Cummings, and her niece, Nita Jean Kelley. Candlelighters were her sisters, Alice Marie Cummings and Sallie Ann Kelley. Mr. Franklin, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Lee Franklin of Topeka, was attended by Jerry Shepherd of Topeka. Wayne Cummings, brother of the bride, was the groomsman. Mrs. Olga Hartman played nuptial selections before and during the ceremony and accompanied Wayne Cummings’ vocal solos, "Wedding Song,” and "The Lord’s Prayer.” A reception was held in the church social hall immediately following the wedding. The reception table, centered with a tiered wedding cake baked by the bride’s aunt, Mrs. Alice Baird, was served by friends of the bride, Misses Janet and Lois Hartman. Janice Long and Robin Thatcher, also friends of the bride, assisted at the gift table, and Mrs. Judy Marsh, Wichita, was at the guest book. Mr. Franklin is employed at Memorial Hospital and Mrs. Franklin is employed at Hill Haven Convalescent Center in Topeka. | |
| 2711 |  | Marriage- Cunningham, Josephine-Groves, Joseph Cunningham-Groves Mrs. J.F. Cunningham of Route One, Rossville, announces the marriage of her daughter, Josephine Frances to former Sgt. Joseph E. Groves of Detroit, Mich. The marriage took place Friday, May 26th. Mrs. Groves is a graduate of RHS with the class of '39 and her Rossville friends extend congratulations and best wishes. Mr. and Mrs. Groves will make their home in Burbank, Calif., where he is employed as a foreman in an aircraft plant. | |
| 2712 |  | Marriage- Cunningham, Rosemary-Klesath, Charles Cunningham - Klesath vows exchanged January 27 Mrs. Rosemary Cunningham and Charles Foster Klesath were married Saturday morning, January 27, at 9:00 o’clock in St. Matthew's Catholic Church in Topeka. Rev. Gerald O’Shea performed the double ring ceremony in the presence of family and friends. Organist, Mrs. Joe Walsh, provided the wedding music. The bride is the daughter of A. E. McElvain, Wamego, and the late Mrs. McElvain. Mr. Klesath is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs, Fred Klesath of Topeka. For her wedding, the bride chose a suit of blue knit and a blue flowered pillbox hat. Her accessories were navy blue and she wore a white orchid corsage. Mr. and Mrs. Zeno Bollinger, Wichita, attended the couple. A reception followed the ceremony at the home of the bride. Mrs. Loren Masters assisted with the serving. Following a short wedding trip the couple is at home temporarily at 2317 Maryland, Topeka. Mrs. Klesath is employed as head nurse in the out-patient department of the Santa Fe Hospital. Mr. Klesath, who formerly owned Klesath Drugs in Seabrook, is now owner of Charlie’s Pharmacy in Rossville. | |
| 2713 |  | Marriage- Cutbirth, Cherie-Martinek, Dan Cutbirth-Martinek [Caption: Mrs. Dan Martinek; Cherie Cutbirth] Cherie Cutbirth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph C. Cutbirth, and Dan Martinek, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Martinek, exchanged marriage vows in Holy Name Catholic Church during a ceremony read by the Rev. Earl Defat. The bride wore a floor-length gown of imported silk organza styled with Empire bodice of Chantilly lace and short angel wing sleeves. The A-line skirt was fashioned in a scalloped redingote effect. Her chapel length veil was bordered with scalloped Chantilly lace. She carried a bouquet of white carnations and Woburn Abby roses with pearlized stephanotis. Mrs. Ron Funk was matron of honor and bridesmaids were Mrs. Ron Bozarth and the bridegroom's sister, Debbie Martinek. Junior bridesmaids were the couple's sisters, Shirley Cutbirth and Cindy Martinek. Tina Martinek and Darrell Martinek, sister and brother of the bridegroom, were flower girl and ring bearer. Tom Donnelly was best man and groomsmen were Kenny Bond and the bridegroom's brother, Mark Martinek. Ushering were Bill Bond and Greg Bond. A reception in the Myron Green cafeteria followed the ceremony, and the wedding dance during the evening was at the Knights of Columbus Hall. The bride is a graduate of Topeka High School and is attending Clark's School of Business. She is employed in the office of the Secretary of State. Mr. Martinek was graduated from Hayden High School and is employed by Pepsi-Cola Bottling Co. [From Sunday, 5 Oct, 1969] | |
| 2714 |  | Marriage- Daniels, Melody-Knight, Randall Daniels-Knight Melody Michelle Daniels and Randall Kent Knight were united in marriage in a 2 p.m. ceremony Aug. 20, 1994, at Oakland Christian Church in Topeka. The Rev. James Lormand officiated. The bride is the daughter of the late Clifford and Lucille Daniels. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James N. Knight, Topeka. The bride’s attendants were Michelle Tetuan, Gretchen Hefner and Annette Hefner, all of Topeka. Mr. Knight’s attendants were Bill Jackson, Tom Linn and Blake Paige, all of Topeka. D’ette Burr was the candlelighter. Amanda Burr served as flower girl, and Scotty Burr was the ring bearer. All are of Topeka. Mrs. Knight is a graduate of Highland Park High School. She is employed by the Salvation Army in Topeka. | |
| 2715 |  | Marriage- Dannefer, Doris-Ketner, Robert Doris Dannefer is bride of R. W. Hefner In a quiet ceremony solemnized Sunday, February 27, in Aldersgate chapel of the First Methodist church in Topeka, Miss Doris Dannefer became the bride of Mr. Robert W. Ketner. The bride is the daughter of Mr. Frank Dannefer of Rossville and the late Mrs. Dannefer, and Mr. Ketner’s parents are Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Ketner of Norman, Okla. Dr. Eugene Frank officiated at the exchange of vows at 2:30 o’clock in the afternoon. The couple’s only attendants were Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Sender. Following a wedding trip to New Orleans, Mr. and Mrs. Ketner are at home at 905 Clay in Topeka. Mrs. Ketner received her AB degree from Washburn university and is now employed by the Shawnee Guidance center. Mr. Ketner received his AB degree from the University of Oklahoma and a master’s degree in social work from Denver university. He is also employed by the Shawnee Guid¬ance center. | |
| 2716 |  | Marriage- Davidson, Ellen-Martinek, Emil Davidson-Martinek Ellen Davidson and Emil Martinek were united in marriage on Saturday morning, October 23, by Father M.J. McManus of Sacred Heart Parish in Delia. | |
| 2717 |  | Marriage- Davis, Beverly-Martinek, Dwight Wedding vows exchanged May 31 at Delia Sacred Heart Beverly Jean Davis and Mr. Dwight J. Martinek exchanged marriage vows at 10:30 a.m., May 31, in the Sacred Heart Church, Delia. The Rev. John Croughwell officiated. Parents of the bride are: Mr. and Mrs. Stanley A. Davis of Willard, and Mr. Martinek is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Bennie J. Martinek, Rossville. The bride wore an A-line floor-length gown of white bridal satin with short sleeves. The skirt and chapel-length train were edged with wide borders of scalloped lace. Her aisle-wide watteau train was attached to a face-framing headpieces of white jeweled roses. She carried a cascade of pink roses and white carnations. Mrs. Tom Sage, Topeka, attended her sister as matron of honor and Mr. Douglas Martinek, Jackson, Mich., brother of the bridegroom, was best man. Bridesmaids were Cathy Cassidy, Kansas City; Jacqueline Enders, Cranbury, N.J.; Mary Lynn Feldkamp, Natoma; and Jane Parr, Delia. Groomsmen were: Brad Schlesinger, Manhattan; Terry Bettis, Topeka; Ben Stach, Rossville; and Tom Sage, Topeka. Ushers were: Scott Diehl, Harold Michaels, Topeka; and Daryl Mitchell, Rossville. Junior ushers were Jeffrey Diehl and Stanley Thompson. Michelle Martinek, niece of the bridegroom, was flower girl and Steven Thompson, a cousin of the bride, was ring bearer. Vernon Sumner and Michael Kerwin served the Mass. Daniel Brock was commentator. A reception was held at the Delia Grade School following the ceremony. Following the reception a buffet luncheon was held at the American Legion Hall in Rossville. Mrs. Martinek is a graduate of Rossville High School and will be a senior at Kansas State University this fall, where she is majoring in home economics education. She is a member of Kappa Delta Pi. Mr. Martinek is a graduate of Rossville High School and will be a senior at Kansas State University this fall. He is majoring in physical education, and is a member of Phi Epsilon Kappa, honorary fraternity. Mr. and Mrs. Martinek are making their home for the summer in Batavia, New York, where Mr. Martinek is playing with the Batavia Trojans baseball club. [From 1969] | |
| 2718 |  | Marriage- Davis, Carline-Montgomery, Donald Mr. and Mrs. A.A. Cless have received an announcement of the marriage of Donald C. Montgomery, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Willard (Monte) Montgomery of Davenport, Iowa, on Monday, October 9, to Carline Davis. Donald is their elder child. Mrs. Montgomery is the former Gladys Parr of Rossville, a sister, of Mrs. A.A. Cless and Ray Parr of this community. | |
| 2719 |  | Marriage- Davis, Carolyn-Sage, Thomas Are married Nov. 2 in Topeka Carolyn Ann Davis, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley A. Davis, of Topeka, was married to Mr. Thomas V. Sage, son of Mr. and Mrs. John W. Sage, Nov. 23. The Rev. D. Howard Elliott officiated at the 2 p.m. ceremony in the First Reformed Presbyterian Church. Candlelighters were Steven Thompson and Stanley Thompson. The bride wore a floor-length A line gown of ivory peau de soie and peau d’ange lace. The empire bodice had a stand-away collar and elbow-length sleeves trimmed with jeweled lace appliques. A small flat bow defined the waistline. The skirt had an overlay of scalloped lace in tunic effect. A watteau train was fastened high on the back with a bow and extended to chapel length. Her cathedral-length veil was caught to a wedding ring circle of peau de soie trimmed with lace and pearls. She carried a cascade of gold and bronze pompon chrysanthemums. Attending the bride were Beverly Davis and Sharrai Sage, sisters of the couple, and Susan Nadeau and Mrs. Harry McGee, both of Kansas City. The bridegroom’s brother, Scott Sage, was ring bearer. John Herron, Dallas, Tex., was best man and groomsmen were Mike Elliott and Dwight Martinek, Manhattan, and Bob Wehner, Rossville. Ushers were Charles Stambaugh, Maple Hill, and Bob Duley. A reception in Gage Center restaurant followed the ceremony. After a short wedding trip, the couple is at home at 3213 State, Manhattan. The bride attended School of Radiologic Technology at the University of Kansas Medical Center and is employed by Dr. R. K. Wallace at St. Mary Hospital, Manhattan. The bridegroom is attending Clark’s School of Business and is employed by Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. Both are graduates of Rossville High School. Carolyn Davis, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Davis, Tom Sage, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Sage, were married Saturday, November 23 at the Presbyterian church in Topeka with the Rev. Howard Elliott officiating. Candlelighters were Steven and Stanley Thompson. Attending the bride were Beverly Davis and Sharri Sage. Susan Nadeau and Mrs. Diana McGee. Ring bearer was Scott Sage. John Herron of Dallas, Texas was best man. Groomsmen were Mike Elliott and Dwight Martinek and Bob Wehner. Ushers were Charles Stambaugh and Bob Duley. After a short wedding trip the couple will be at home at 3213 State, Manhattan. The bride attended school of Radiologic Technology at the Uniiversity of Kansas Medical Center and is now employed by Dr. R. K. Wallace at St. Marys hospital in Manhattan. The bridegroom is attending Clarks School of Business and is employed by Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. Both are graduates of Rossville Rural High School. | |
| 2720 |  | Marriage- Davis, Carolyn-Sage, Thomas 2 Mrs. Thomas V. Sage (Carolyn Ann Davis) | |
| 2721 |  | Marriage- Davis, Deana-Cowan, Rodney Davis-Cowan Marriage Celebrated June 20 Deana Marlene Davis and Rodney Jerome Cowan were united in marriage Saturday, June 20, 1987, at 3:30 in the afternoon at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Rossville. Fr. John Erickson officiated the double ring ceremony. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Dean Davis, Willard, and Mr. and Mrs. Ron Cowan, Rossville. Vince Berry, Rossville, friend of the groom, gave the readings for the ceremony. Music before and during the ceremony was provided by keyboardist John Depperschmidt, Oakley, friend of the bride, and vocalist Vince Berry. The bride wore a white crystal organza gown with off-the-shoulder pouffed sleeves and a beaded silk Venice lace bodice with a ruffled flounced skirt trimmed lace through the chapel train. Her headpiece was a wreath of white silk flowers and pearls with illusion fingertip length veiling accented with pearl edging. She carried a bouquet of fresh daisies, pink roses, carnations and ivy. The groom wore a white Dynasty tuxedo with tails. Ushers were Greg Hudson and Wade Durkes, Rossville, and Larry Wehner, Topeka, friends of the couple. Debbie Davis, Willard, was maid of honor for her sister. Bridal attendants were Robyn Dudney and Cara Channel, Rossville, friends of the bride, Jennifer Davis, Rossville, and Dawn Thompson, Topeka, cousins of the bride. Heather Sinning, Topeka, cousin of the bride, was flower girl. The bridesmaids and flower girl wore tea-length purple bridal satin dresses and silk flower wreaths on their heads and carried baskets of fresh flowers. John Cowan, Lawrence, was best man for his brother. Groomsmen were Kelly Cowan, Kevin Cowan and Shane Cowan, Rossville, brothers of the groom, and Danny Davis, brother of the bride. The groomsmen and ushers wore white Miami Vice tuxedo jackets with black tuxedo pants and purple cumberbunds and ties. Attending the guest book was Gayla Harbison, Lawrence, friend of the couple. The reception was held in the Rossville Presbyterian Church hall. Servers were Gayla Harbison; Dana Sinning, Topeka, and Ronda Davis, Rossville, cousins of the bride. A dinner and dance followed the reception. Mrs. Cowan graduated from Rossville High School and is a senior at Washburn University, where she is studying English education. Mr. Cowan, also a graduate of Rossville High School, attended Washburn University. He is employed by W.W. Grainger, Inc., Topeka. The couple vacationed in Estes Park, Colo., and now live in Rossville. | |
| 2722 |  | Marriage- Davis, Debra-Schoenekase, Steven Davis-Schoenekase [Caption: Debra Davis; Steven Schoenekase] Debra J. Davis and Steven P. Schoenekase were united in marriage at 7 p.m. May 16 at Danforth Chapel, Lawrence. The Rev. Lee Morris officiated. Parents of the couple are Dean Marlene Davis, Maple Hill, and Terrence and Carol Schoenekase, Chattanooga, Tenn. Attending the bride were Deana Cowan, Rossville; Jennifer Warton, Manhattan; Christine Potts, Jacksonville, Fla.; and Crystal Beneken, Lawrence. Candlelighters were Pam Taliaferro and Monica Matyak, Lawrence. Personal attendant was Diane Leiker, Lawerence. Attending the groom were Jeff Schoenekase, Atlanta, Ga.; Jay Hyland, Lawrence; Dan Davis, Maple Hill; and Derek Fobes, Salina. Ushers were Bill Foley and Darren Braun, Lawrence. The blessing was given by Mike Kaploe and Beth Gaiman. The bride is a graduate of Rossville High School and the University of Kansas with a degree in journalism. She is employed by the Kansas State Board of Agriculture. The groom is a graduate of Henry J. Kaiser High School, Honolulu, Hawaii, and the University of Kansas with a degree in architectural engineering. He is studying for a master's degree in civil engineering/structures and is employed as a teacher in the Civil Engineering Department at the University of Kansas. The couple honeymooned in Las Vegas, Nev. [From Sunday, June 14, 1992] | |
| 2723 |  | Marriage- Davis, Gladys-Ryan, Gerald DAVIS-RYAN Miss Gladys Davis, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D. M. Davis, of Rossville, and Mr. Gerald Ryan, son of Mr. and Mrs. Mike Ryan, of Col¬by were married at 12 o’clock, Friday noon, December 25, at the home of the bride’s uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Alexander. Rev R. S. Weinland read the ceremony as the bride and groom stood beneath an arch of silver wedding bells. Miss Dorothy Philips played “I Love You Truly,” during the service. The bride was lovely in an afternoon dress of cornation blue with which she wore black accessories and carried a lovely arm bouquet, Miss Betty Jane Alexander, the bride’s only attendant, wore an afternoon dress of dawn blue with black accessories. Mr. Tom Ryan, brother of the groom, was best man. Mrs. Ryan is a graduate of the Christ’s hospital at Topeka and for the last three years has been following her profession in Thomas county. Mr. Ryan is in business at the Ryan & Andregg Motor Company. Immediately following the ceremony the couple left for a honeymoon and will be at home after Jan. 1 at the Passell apartment on 2nd street. The guests were Mr. and Mrs. S, II. Alexander, Mr. and Mrs. Mike Ryan, Dr. and Mrs. W. A. Grosjean, Miss Mary Hubbard, Mr. John Alexander and Miss Ruth Perry, of Topeka.—Free Press-Tribune, Colby, Ks. | |
| 2724 |  | Marriage- Davis, Helen-Thompson, Samuel Davis-Thompson Mr. Marion Davis announce the marriage of his daughter, Helen June to Mr. Samuel Morris Thompson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ludwig Thompson, of Delia. The marriage was solemnized at the home of Reverend H.L. Nelson Sunday afternoon, March 4th. The bride was attired in blue with brown accessories. The only attendants were Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Davis. Mrs. Thompson is a graduate of Rossville High School and Mr. Thompson is graduated from the Delia High School. The couple will make their home on a farm two miles southwest of Delia. | |
| 2725 |  | Marriage- Davis, Jennifer-Warton, Robert Davis-Warton Couple Married in August Jennifer Lynne Davis and Robert Gerald Warton were united in marriage at 5 p.m. Saturday, August 4, 1990, in the First United Presbyterian Church at Frankfort. The Reverend Neil Bartley officiated. The bride is the daughter of Gene and Trudi Davis, Silver Lake. The groom is the son of Gerry and Patti Warton, Las Vegas, Nev., and John and Nancy Weare, Burns, Ore. The bride, given in marriage by her father and mother, wore a gown of white satin with a V-neckline. The bodice was ornamented with appliques of schiffli lace, pearls, and sequins. The leg-o-mutton sleeves featured a ruffled, trimmed pouf. The chapel length train had appliques of schiffli lace and pearls. A large schiffli applique decorated the skirt front, and a satin bow decorated the back waistline. The bride's pearl and sequin crown held a fingertip length veil, which featured a pearl accented pouf. The bride carried her maternal great-grandmother’s linen handkerchief along with a bouquet of a dozen pink roses. Attending the bride were Debbie Davis, Lawrence; Michelle Macha, Knoxville, Tenn; Angie Parnell, Manhattan; and Deana Cowan, Holton. The attendants' dresses had fitted bodices of white lace with tea length rose pink taffeta skirts. A fabric bow accented the dropped waistline. Flower girl Sara Fox, Topeka, wore a pink satin dress adorned with fabric roses. Candlelighters Jennifer Hood, Manhattan, and Ronda Dewey, Rossville, wore ruffled pink satin tea length dresses. The groom wore a subtle stripe black tux with tails and a white vest and bow tie. The groom's attendants were Kip Warton, Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico; Dan Peterson, Imogene, la; Jerry Landers, Anderson, Ind; and Mark Aide, Fort Riley. The groomsmen wore subtle stripe dark gray tuxes with matching pink ties and cummerbunds. Ring bearer was Matthew Warton, Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico, who also wore a subtle stripe dark gray tux with matching light pink tie and cummerbund. Usher Brian Fox, Topeka, wore a light gray tux with a light pink tie and cummerbund. Mrs. Warton is a graduate of Rossville High School and is pursuing a degree in elementary education at Kansas State University. Mr. Warton is a graduate of Redmond, Ore, High School and is a corporal in the U.S. Army, stationed at Fort Riley. Following a honeymoon in Kauai, Hawaii, the couple is residing in Manhattan. | |
| 2726 |  | Marriage- Davis, Linda-Loftus, Matthew Davis-Loftus Mr. Marion Davis of Rossville announces the marriage of his daughter, Linda, to Mr. Matthew B. Loftus of Rossville. The marriage took place at 8:00 p. m., May 28, 1954. Mr. and Mrs. S. M. Thompson were the two attendants. Mrs. Loftus, a graduate of Rossville High School, is now employed by Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. Mr. Loftus is a graduate of Wamego High School and is employed by the Kansas Power and Light Company. The couple at present are living at 1713 East 6th, Topeka, Kansas. | |
| 2727 |  | Marriage- Davis, Minnie-Hause, Alfred Mr. and Mrs. Denny Davis announce the marriage of their elder daughter, Minnie, to Mr. Alfred Hause June 23 in Topeka. | |
| 2728 |  | Marriage- Davisson, Marjorie-Kerr, Glenn The marriage of Miss Marjorie Davisson of Webb City, Mo., to Mr. Glenn W. Kerr of Kansas City is announced by Mr. Kerr's parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Kerr. | |
| 2729 |  | Marriage- Dayton, Judith-Kovar, Oren Mr. & Mrs. Oren Kovar DAYTON-KOVAR VOWS READ Judith Kathleen Dayton became the bride of Oren Dean Kovar during a 7:30 p.m. candlelight ceremony in the Rossville United Methodist Church, Rossville, June 17. The Rev. Paul Mitchell officiated. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Charles G. Dayton, Rossville, and Mrs. Ella E. Kovar, Rossville, and the late Clyde Kovar. The bride fashioned her own gown of white organza over satin featuring an Empire waist, Juliet sleeves and detachable train trimmed with flowered lace. A headpiece of silk flowers held her veil and she carried a bouquet of pink sweetheart roses, white Fuju mums and stephanotis. Mrs. Nancy Brooks, Ross¬ville, was her sister’s matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Mrs. Dennis Bass, Corpus Christi, Tex., a cousin of the bride, and nieces of the bride Cheryl Dayton, Yorba Linda, Calif., and Cindy Brooks, Rossville. Flower girl was Ellen Dayton, niece of the bride. Tapers were lighted by nieces of the bride, Debbie Brooks, Rossville, and Laurie Dayton, Yorba Linda, Calif. Eugene Kovar, Rossville, served his brother as best man. Groomsmen were Warren Graves, Rossville, and brothers of the bride, Rick Dayton, Rossville, and Dan Dayton, Liberal. A brother of the bride, John Dayton, Overland Park, and Bob Wehner and Dennis Tuller, both of Rossville, seated the guests. The ring bearer was Rodney Falk, Rossville. Pam Dayton, Yorba Linda, Calif., niece of the bride, was guest book hostess. Gifts were received by Miss Kathy Trost, Concordia. A reception in the church hall followed the ceremony. Reception hostesses were sisters-in-law of the bride, Mrs. Ron Dayton, Yorba Linda, Calif., Mrs. John Dayton, Overland Park, Mrs. Dan Dayton, Liberal, and Mrs. Rick Dayton, Rossville. A wedding dance at the Moravian Hall followed the reception. The bride is a graduate of Rossville High School and Washburn University. She is a second grade teacher at Rossville Grade School. Mr. Kovar is a graduate of Rossville High School and is employed by General Foods Corp. Following a wedding trip to the Ozarks the couple is at home in Rossville. | |
| 2730 |  | Marriage- Deal, Martha-Cowan, Keith Keith F. Cowan, Rossville 35 Martha J. Deal, Topeka 38 | |
| 2731 |  | Marriage- Dean, Edna-Bailey, Emerson Dean-Bailey Mrs. Alma Dean announces the marriage of her daughter, Edna Lorene, to Mr. Emerson Bailey, on Friday Dec. 7th, at Topeka. Mr. Bailey is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Merle Bailey of Hoyt. Mrs. Bailey has always lived in this community, receiving her education in the Rossville schools. Mr. and Mrs. Bailey are at home on their farm north of Grove. | |
| 2732 |  | Marriage- Dean, Kathryn-Maddox, William Mr. and Mrs. Joe Dean announce the marriage of their daughter, Kathryn, to Mr. William H. Maddox, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Maddox of Silver Lake. The marriage took place December 24 at Topeka. | |
| 2733 |  | Marriage- Dean, Lydia-Berkey, Charles The friends of Miss Lydia Dean and Charles Berkey, Jr. were surprised to learn that they were married several weeks ago at Topeka. The happy event was looked for but they were not expected to "steal a march" on their friends. | |
| 2734 |  | Marriage- Deavers, Doris-Ruff, Frank Doris Lorraine Deavers of Annapolis, Md., and Frank A. Ruff, formerly of Rossville were united in Holy Matrimony on Nov. 21 in Annapolis, Md. The new Mrs. Ruff is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Grover W. Deavers of Annapolis. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Dale Ruff of Rossville. Best man was Richard Deavers the bride's brother. The couple will make their home in Annapolis, Md. | |
| 2735 |  | Marriage- DeBacker, Edna-Hartley, James Word has been received announcing the marriage of Miss Edna DeBacker of Topeka, formerly of the Delia community, to James Hartley of Topeka. | |
| 2736 |  | Marriage- DeBarrows, Margaret-Barr, H.J. News of the marriage of Miss Margaret DeBarros [sic], a former Rossville girl, was received yesterday. She was married Monday, April 9, to Mr. H.J. Barr, at Jalisburg, Ill., and will make their home at 119 S. Chambers street, of that city. | |
| 2737 |  | Marriage- DeBarrows, Margaret-Chipman, Mr. Miss Margaret DeBarros [sic] was married to Mr. Chipman, of St. Mary last Monday by the probate judge of Topeka. Mrs. Chipman is a daughter of John DeBarros a former resident of Rossville, and was raised in Rossville. | |
| 2738 |  | Marriage- Decker, Charlotte-Steele, Clifford Decker-Steele marriage in St. Marys Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Decker of Rossville announce the marriage of their daughter, Charlotte, to Mr. Norman Steele, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Steele of St. Marys. The double-ring ceremony was performed by Rev. Paul Kapp in the St. Marys Methodist Church Saturday, Sept. 27, at 7:00 P.M. The bride was lovely in a blue lace dress with black accessories. She carried a bridal bouquet of chrysanthemums and carnations. She was attended by her sister, Mrs. Frank Stach, of Rossville. Mr. Carl Carlson of St. Marys served as best man. After the ceremony the wedding party which included relatives of the couple, went to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Steele where the gifts were opened. Mr. and Mrs. Norman Steele are now making their home north of St. Marys. | |
| 2739 |  | Marriage- DeDonder, Karen-Mulligan, James Karen Cecilia DeDonder, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Phil DeDonder, St. Marys, became the bride of James Bernard Mulligan, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Mulligan, at a nuptial mass at 10 a.m. Saturday in the Immaculate Conception Church, St. Marys. Officiating at the double ring ceremony was the Rev. A. H. Schulz, S.J. Serving the mass were Robert DeDonder, Andrew DeDonder, Gregory DeDonder and Timothy DeDonder, brothers of the bride. Music was provided by Mrs. George Verschelden, soloist, and Mrs. Joe Ronsse, organist. * * * GIVEN IN marriage by her father, the bride wore a gown of peau de soie satin designed with a shallow scoop neckline and bridal point sleeves. The skirt, fashioned with a front panel, trimmed with motifs of lace and seed pearls, had side and back fullness and extended into an aisle-wide chapel train. Her bouffant veil was held by a crown of seed pearls, accented by three teardrop pearls. She carried a cascade of white orchids, stephanotis and fern. Mary Ann DeDonder attended her sister as maid of honor and bridesmaids were Loretta Vail and Karleen Lenherr, Kansas City. They wore street-length dresses designed with scoop necklines, elbow-length sleeves and bell-shaped skirts. Miss DeDonder’s dress was gold; Miss Vail’s, bronze; and Miss Lenherr’s, green. KATHY DEVADER was flower girl. She wore a dress of green peau de soie satin. All of the attendants wore headdresses of small self-fabric bows with short veils. They carried colonial bouquets of bronze pompons centered with yellow pompons. Patrick Mulligan served his brother as best man and groomsmen were Francis DeDonder, brother of the bride, and Larry Lenherr, St. Marys. Michael DeVader carried the rings. Joseph DeDonder and William DeDonder, brothers of the bride, ushered. A RECEPTION at the church hall followed the ceremony. Assisting were Mrs. Henry DeVader, Mrs. Arol Janssen and Mrs. Don Bobb, sisters of the bridegroom; and Kay Keefe, Margaret Mees and Nickie Helfert, Kansas City. Mrs. Mulligan, a graduate of St. Marys High School and the Sisters of Charity School of Nursing at Providence Hospital, Kansas City, is employed at St. Francis Hospital, Topeka. Mr. Mulligan, a graduate of Emmett High School, is employed by Conner Tile Co., Topeka. After a short wedding trip, the couple will be at home in St. Marys. | |
| 2740 |  | Marriage- DeDonder, Mary-Davis, Donald DeDonder-Davis vows are exchanged here on Aug. 9 The marriage of Miss Mary Ann DeDonder to Mr. Donald Eugene Davis was solemnized during a nuptial Mass at 10:00 a.m., Aug. 9, in Immaculate Conception Church, St. Marys, with the Rev. A. H. Schulz, S.J., officiating. Altar boys were her brothers: Andrew, Gregory, and Timothy DeDonder. Sylvia Zeller, organist, accompanied Mrs. Leroy Seele and Janet Seele who sang “Panis Angelicus” and “Mother, At Your Feet I’m Kneeling.” Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Phil DeDonder of St. Marys, and Mr. and Mrs. John Davis of Silver Lake. The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore an organza Kafltian cage gown, fashioned with a scoop neckline and Chantilly lace-edged bell sleeves. The Kaftan splits on each side were edged in lace and floated into a chapel-length train, accented with scattered motifs of lace. Her elbow-length veil of illusion fell from a headpiece of lace and seed pearls. Her bouquet was of pink roses and white carnations in full flowering cascade. She carried a linen hand-embroidered handkerchief her mother carried at her wedding. Mrs. James Mulligan, sister of the bride, was matron of honor. Patricia Kelley, Manhattan, and Mrs. David Hinkle of Greenville, Tex.; were bridesmaids. Peggy DeDonder, sister of the bride, was flower girl. Each wore an identical floor-length gown of pink whipped cream with brocade bodice and chiffon trains. Their nosegay bouquets were of pink and white carnations. William Davis served his brother as best man. Groomsmen were Robert Davis and Fred Davis, brothers of the bridegroom. Douglas Davis, a nephew of the bridegroom, was ring bearer. Ushers were Bob DeDonder and Frank Wade. Rice bags were handed out by Gerry Lou and Mary Theresa Pearl. Following the ceremony, a reception and dinner were held at the Centennial Building. Assisting at the reception were: Mrs. Frank DeDonder; Linda Ogle, Sylvia Zeller, Anna Marie Schoemann, Mrs. James Pace, Jean Kinaerknecht, and Alexie Ebert. Mrs. Bob Crawshaw was in charge of the guest book. Mrs. Davis, a graduate of St. Marys High School, attended Kansas State University. Mr. Davis, a graduate of Silver Lake High School, is em¬ployed by Proctor and Gamble Manufacturing Co., Overland Park. After a wedding trip to Colo-rado, the couple is at home at 7035 Horton Street, Overland Park. | |
| 2741 |  | Marriage- DeGraff, Freida-Jager, Francis Mr. and Mrs. Leo DeGraff of Rossville announce the marriage of their daughter, Freida Iola, to Mr. Francis Jager, son of Mr. and Mrs. Adam Jager of St. Marys. | |
| 2742 |  | Marriage- DeGraff, George Ellen-Venturella, Anthony DeGraff-Venturella Mr. and Mrs. George DeGraff, Jr. announce the marriage of their daughter, George Ellen to Cpl. Anthony J. Venturella, son of Mrs. Rose Venturella, Pittsburgh, Pa. The nuptials were read at 8 o'clock Saturday evening at the home of the bride's parents, with Rev. harry Weed officiating. Mrs. James Wylie sang "O Promise Me," and "I Love You Truly." She was accompanied by Mrs. James Zimmerman, who also played Lohengrin's wedding march. The bride wore a blue wood tailored suit, with black accessories and an orchid corsage. Mrs. Hollis Bitner sister of the bride, was matron of honor. She wore a grey crepe dress, with a corsage of red roses. Pfc. Harry Joeger acted as best man. Mrs. DeGraff wore an aqua crepe dress, with orchid corsage. Following the ceremony a reception was held. A three-tiered wedding cake in pink and white topped with a miniature bride and groom, centered the table. Mrs. Betty Hosford and Mrs. Wendell McCall served. Mrs. Venturella is a graduate of Topeka High School and is now employed at the Santa Fe offices. Corporal Venturella is a graduate of South High School in Pittsburgh, and was employed at the Drevo Shipyards, Neville Island, Pa., before entering the service. He is stationed at the Herrington Air Base. Following the reception Mr. and Mrs. Venturella left for a short wedding trip to Pittsburgh. Out-of-town guests at the wedding were the bride's grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. F.E. Strimple, of Rossville. -Capital. | |
| 2743 |  | Marriage- DeGraff, Irene-Freeze, Richard DeGraff-Freeze Miss Irene DeGraff, younger daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leo DeGraff, of Albany, Oregon, was married in a quiet ceremony April 26 at Salem, Oregon, to Pfc Richard Freeze, son of Mr. and Mrs. R.G. Freeze of Stanley, Virginia, The attendants were Mrs. Roy Jager, sister of the bride and Mr. Al Kilde, of Albany, Oregon. Mr. Freebe [sic] is now stationed at Fort Ord, Calif., awaiting orders for oversea duty. Mrs. Freeze will make her home with Mrs. Jager for the duration. | |
| 2744 |  | Marriage- DeGraff, Josephine-Johnson, Herman DeGraff-Johnson Mrs. Josephine DeGraff and Herman Johnson were married Friday at Lyndon, Kansas and Rossville friends are pleased to extend congratulations and best wishes. Mr. and Mrs. Johnson worked so well together in building up a fine restaurant business here that they decided to make it a permanent arrangement when Mr. Johnson traded for a Wabaunsee county farm. We are sure they will succeed equally as well with their farm venture. Mrs. Clara Mae Farley and Mrs. Murray will look after the kitchen under the new owner of the former [missing rest] | |
| 2745 |  | Marriage- DeGraff, Lottie-McGuire, Clyde A license to wed was granted Tuesday to Mr. Clyde McGuire and Miss Lottie DeGraff both of Rossville. | |
| 2746 |  | Marriage- Deiter, Kay-Brown, Larry [Caption: Mrs. Larry Brown (Kay Deiter)] A Nov. 12 wedding in St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, Rossville, is planned by Kay Lynn Deiter and Larry Leroy Brown. The Rev. Robert Hasenkamp, St. Marys, will officiate at the 7:30 p.m. ceremony. Miss Deiter is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert T. Deiter, Silver Lake, and Mr. Brown is the son of Mr. and Mrs. R.L. Brown, Rossville. Mrs. Helen Weybrew, Rossville, organist, and Franklin Houdek, soloist, will provide the nuptial music. Gwenda Schultes will be maid of honor. Bridesmaid will be Karen Burns, Silver Lake, and junior bridesmaids will be Susan Deiter and Teresa Deiter, Silver Lake, sisters of Miss Deiter. Lesa Martinek, Silver Lake, will be flower girl. Mr. Brown has chosen Bill Whitlock, Rossville, to serve as best man. Groomsman will be Bob Dolecilek [sic Dolezilek], Rossville, and junior groomsmen will be Mike Deiter, Silver Lake, and Randy Brown, Rossville, brothers of the couple. Bobby Deiter, Silver Lake, brother of the bride-elect will carry the rings. [From Sunday, 28 Nov 1971] | |
| 2747 |  | Marriage- Dennis, Linda-Rasch, Wayne Linda Dennis, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. G. Dennis, is the bride of Wayne Rasch, son of Mr. and Mrs. M. C. Rasch. Their marriage took place at 8 p.m. December 22 in the Rossville Methodist Church. The bride’s grandfather, the Rev. J. S. Dennis, read the double ring ceremony. Musicians were Diane Swenson and the Rev. and Mrs. Don Jones, all of Rossville. Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a floor length taffeta gown. It was designed with a bouffant skirt with apron effect scooped into a bustle in the back. Venice lace appliques trimmed the front of the bodice and were scattered over the skirt. A spired crown of seed pearls held her veil and she carried a cascade of red Happiness Roses. Sue Dennis was her sister’s maid of honor, and bridesmaids were Carla Rasch and Pat Parr, both of Rossville. The attend¬ants wore princess style dresses of red peau de sole fashioned with a V-neckline and pointed sleeves. Their headpieces were wreaths of holly and they carried short cascades of red and white feathered carnations and holly. Flower girl was Kay Billingsly. She wore a red peau de soie princess style dress with rounded collar, and sash in back. Her head- piece was a wreath of holly. Jerroll Bahner, Silver Lake, was best man and groomsmen were J. W. Adams, Rossville, and James Dennis, Topeka. Ushers were Douglas Martinek, Rossville, arid Rick Richards, Topeka. Candlelighter was Ronald Rasch, brother of the groom. Matt Frost of Topeka was ring bearer. A reception at the church followed the ceremony. Those assisting were Judy Owen, Mrs. Everett Tenpenny, Darcy Wilson and Charlene Perry. The couple will be at home after January 3 at 1640 North Hillside, Wichita. The bride is a graduate of John Marshall High School, Oklahoma City, and attended Clarks School of Business. She has been employed in the downtown Ed Marling Store, Mr. Rasch was graduated from Rossville High School and is a sophomore at the University of Wichita. He is majoring in engineering. | |
| 2748 |  | Marriage- DeVader, Karen-Keller, Lindsay Mrs. Lindsay Keller DeVader-Keller The marriage of Karen De Vader to Lindsay Keller was solemnized at noon March 19 in Holy Cross Catholic Church, Emmett. The Rev. George Seuferling officiated. Parents of the bride arc Mr. and Mrs. Edward H. DeVader, Emmett, and Mr, Keller's parents are Mr. and Mrs. John Vernon Keller, Rossville. The bride wore a white knit suit and white accessories. She carried a red Duchess rose. Attending the couple were Mr. and Mrs. Ed Simecka, St. Marys. Immediately after the ceremony a dinner was served to members of the wedding party at the Mr. “D” Steak House. A reception at the home of the bridegroom’s parents followed. The bride is a graduate of Emmett High School and is employed by Security Benefit Life Insurance Co. The bridegroom, a graduate of Delia High School, is serving in the U.S. Navy and will leave today for duty in Spain. | |
| 2749 |  | Marriage- DeVader, Loretta-Scott, Shelby October Wedding For DeVader-Scott Couple Loretta Ann De Vader and Shelby Jay Scott exchanged marriage vows Saturday, October 17, 1998, at the St. Marys United Methodist Church. Fr. John Erickson was the celebrant. The bride is the daughter of Joseph and Catherine De Vader, Delia. The groom is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Dumont Scott. Donna Smith was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Sharol Gutierrez, Shelly Tucker, Stacy Scott, Jessica De Vader, and Erin De Vader. Shannon Scott was best man for his father. Groomsmen were Robert De Vader, Dean Wagner, Chief De Vader, Dave De Vader, and Larry De Vader. Junior bride was Jayna Smith. Junior groomsman was Chris Fidler. Flower girls were Cassidy Stockman and Brooke Scott. Ring bearers were Micheal De Vader and Joseph DeVader. Candles were lit by Montana Dale and Allison DeVader. Ushers were Josh DeVader and Chris DeVader. Daisy Buessing attended the guest book. Programs were distributed by Brooke DeVader and Ashley Smith. Marcia Wagner and Danielle Wong attended the gift table. Trina DeVader and Cherry DeVader attended the reception table. Rice bags were distributed by Haley and Hannah Stockman. Georgia DeVader served as Lector. The organist was Theresa Swisher. Vocalists were the Rev. Dale Lewis, Angie Lewis, and Bonnie VandeVelde. A reception and dance followed the ceremony at Holy Cross Catholic Hall, Emmett. Loretta is a graduate of St. Marys High School and is employed in the food department at Harrah’s Casino, Mayetta. Shelby is a boilermaker. | |
| 2750 |  | Marriage- DeVinney, Jennie-Pratt, Henry Wedding Bells. Wednesday evening, at eight o'clock, at the residence of the bride's parents, Dr. H.F. Pratt and Miss Jennie Devinney were united in the bonds of holy matrimony, the Rev. William Howell being the officiating clergyman. Those present beside Mr. and Mrs. Devinney, were Messrs. John and Albion Pratt of North Topeka (brothers to the groom), Mrs. Rev. Howell, and Miss Fannie George. The principals in this happy event left for North Topeka this (Thursday) morning, where they will remain a few days visiting the bridegroom's parents. The visit ended, they will return to Rossville to exchange parting words with their parents and friends, after which they will proceed to Beverley, Kas., their future home. Mr. and Mrs. Pratt are highly respected in Rossville. The former practiced medicine in this city, in conjunction with Dr. H.H. Miller. The latter is the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Devinney of this place. She has always been recognized as an ornament to society, an active church worker, and one whose tenor of life has been commendable. Dr. Pratt has a good practice at Beverley. He is a gentleman whose efficiency and persistency will cary him along in a successful professional walk. In wishing Mr. and Mrs. Pratt a long and happy life we voice the sentiment of those who have long had the pleasure of their acquaintance and who heartily wish them God-speed. [From The Rossville Times, Friday, November 30, 1888] |
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