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| 2951 |  | Marriage- Karnowski, Virginia-Billings, Galen The marriage of Miss Virginia Karnowski, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Karnowski of Paxico, to Mr. Galen Billings, son of Mr. and Mrs. Merrill Billings, took place Thanksgiving Day. | |
| 2952 |  | Marriage- Keller, Crystal-Hurla, Adam Keller-Hurla Vows Exchanged Crystal L. Keller and Adam J. Hurla exchanged marriage vows Saturday, October 6, 2001, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Newbury. Parents of the couple are Lindsay “Skip” and Karen Keller, Emmett; Vincent Hurla, Paxico, and Emily Quintanilla, Paxico. Grandparents of the bride are Vernon and Bonnie Keller, Rossville, and Edward DeVader, Emmett. Grandparents of the groom are Cecilia Quintanilla, Alma, and Bernard and LaVem Hurla, Paxico. Matron of Honor was Cindy Glynn, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were DeeAnn Hurla, sister-in-law of the groom; Hillary Martin, Becky Wild and Shana Bird. The flower girl was Lindsay Glynn, niece of the bride. Justin Hurla, brother of the groom, was the best man. Serving as groomsmen were Chad Hurla and Michael Hurla, brothers of the groom; Mark Keller, brother of the bride; and Mark Meinhardt. Ushers were Gaven Gehrt, Heath Stuewe, Chris Schurk, and Darrin Meseke. The ring bearer was Caleb Bird, nephew of the groom. Candle lighters were Heather Hurla, sister-in-law of the groom, and Jill Harris. Ashley Smith and Erin Jeanneret, cousins of the bride, were guest book attendents, Jayna Smith, cousin of bride, and Tracy Quintanilla, cousin of the groom, were program attendents. Diane Gros, aunt of the groom, was the organist Vocalists were Heather Perry, cousin of the bride; and Shannon Wild. The bride’s aunts, Mary Lou Finnegan, Bobbie McGrath, Linda Perry, and Donna Smith, were in charge of the offertory. Becky and Beth Lindstrom assisted with the reception and dinner at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Newbury. Ashley Smith and Erin Jeanerett, cousins of the bride, attended the gift table. A dance was held after the reception. Mrs. Hurla is a graduate of St. Marys High School and Washburn University, where she majored in Education. She is working for USD 321 at the Delia Grade School. Mr. Hurla graduated from Wabaunsee High School and is attending Washburn University. He works for USD 329 Mill Creek Valley as a substitute teacher and high school football coach. The couple honeymooned in Dallas, TX, over the Thanksgiving weekend. They reside in Paxico. | |
| 2953 |  | Marriage- Keller, Elrena-Parr, Nathaniel Keller-Parr Miss Elrena Keller, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Levi Keller, was united in marriage to Nathaniel Parr, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. John Parr, by Rev. Horton at the Methodist parsonage, Wednesday morning. They were accompanied by their respective mothers. Both of these young people are widely known in the community where both have attended school. Mrs. Parr graduated with the class of 1935 from the Rossville high school. Mr. Parr has work at a Dairy near Topeka and they will make their future home there. | |
| 2954 |  | Marriage- Keller, Florence-Gresser, Don KELLER—GRESSER A charming summer wedding took place Sunday afternoon at 4 o’clock when Miss Florence Faye Keller and Mr. Don Frederick Gresser, son of Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Gresser of Rossville, were married at the home of the bride’s parents. Mr. and Mrs. John Keller in Delia. Dr. H. L. Nelson, pastor of the Delia Presbyterian church, read the marriage service in the presence of a large company of relatives and friends. Preceding the ceremony Miss Irene Bond played a violin solo and Miss Besse Parker sang “At Dawning,” and “I Love You Truly.” Miss Lucille Griswold played the wedding March. The bride was lovely in her wedding dress of white net over silk crepe. She carried a bouquet of pink gladoli and rosebuds. Her sister, Miss Evelyn Keller, maid of honor, wore a frock of pale yellow lace with a corsage bouquet of tiny asters. Geneva Keller, cousin of the bride, was ring bearer. Her dress was blue. Mr. Gresser was attended by his brother, Mr. Joseph Gresser, as best man. The bride attended junior college at Parsons and Kansas State, Manhattan. For the past two years she has been teaching in the Rossville grade school. Mr. Greaser is a graduate of Kansas university where he belonged to Beta Gamma Sigma, honorary fraternity. He is employed at the state internal tax department. He and his bride will be at home in Topeka. | |
| 2955 |  | Marriage- Keller, Jennifer-Lesser, Michael Keller-Lesser Couple Married December 2 Jennifer Ann Keller and Michael Alan Lesser exchanged marriage vows in a 6:00 p.m. ceremony Saturday, December 2,1995, at Grace Episcopal Cathedral in Topeka. The Rev. Curtis Cowell officiated. Parents of the couple are Charles and Phyllis Keller, Rossville, and Darryl “Dode” and Elsie Lesser, Topeka. Grandparents of the couple are Mrs. Virginia Lesser, Grantville, and the late Ernie Lesser; Weaver and Mary Medlin, Stamford, Tex.; and the late Ruth and Ralph Page, and Levi and Mabel Keller, Rossville. Jennifer Ingenthron, Topeka, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Tiffany Lesser, Lawrence; Trish Copeland, Colleen Gillum, and Michelle Kratina, all of Rossville; and Angela Anderson, Omaha, Neb. Darryl Lesser was best man for his son. Groomsmen were Jay Lang, Salina; Chris Ramsey, Dallas, Tex.; Pat Ferrell, Hutchinson; Jason Wright, Topeka; and Jim Schneider, Lawrence. Ushers were Jason Keller, Rossville; Al Dickes and Matt Brooks, Topeka; and Tracy Hoffman, Kansas City, Mo. Mrs. Laura Lesser Del Tore was the reader. Guest book attendants were Gretchen Upton and Tina Hamlin, Topeka, and Mendi Bush, Rossville. Amy Keller, Rossville, handed out programs. Cindy Williams, Oklahoma City, was the soloist. The bridegroom chose to wear the wedding ring belonging to his grandfather, the late Ernie Lesser. A reception, cocktail buffet and dance at the Topeka Performing Arts Center followed the ceremony. Hostesses were Shannon Cleverly and Missy Hennessey, Lawrence. Mrs. Lesser is a graduate of Rossville High School and Washburn University, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing. She is a registered nurse in surgery at St Francis Hospital and Trauma Center in Tulsa, Okla. Mr. Lesser is a graduate of Seaman High School and Washburn University, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. He is a claims representative at the State Farm Insurance Regional Office in Tulsa, Okla. | |
| 2956 |  | Marriage- Keller, Judith-Nicholson, Bill Mr. & Mrs. Bill Nicholson Keller-Nicholson Vows Exchanged Delia Presbyterian Church was the setting for the December 22 wedding of Judith Keller and Bill Nicholson. The Rev. Dwight Seneker heard the vows. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Charles C. Keller, Delia, and Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Nicholson, Santa Barbara Calif. Attending the bride were her sister, Susan Clark; Cindy Nicholson, sister of the groom; and Michelle Wyatt. Mr. Nicholson was attended by Richard Clark and Fred Keller, brother of the bride. Candlelighters were Chris Wyatt and Alan Zlatnik. Dale Keller, brother of the bride, and Tom Frederick were ushers. Betty Nicholson, sister of the groom, was organist and Debra Little was soloist. Rachel Walker attended the guest book, and Calvin Keller, brother of the bride, took care of the gifts. Mrs. Gail Keller, Shirley Jenks, Mrs. Tom Wyatt and Sheri Stach assisted at the reception. Mrs. Nicholson is employed by the State Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services. Mr. Nich¬olson is serving in the U. S. Air Force and is stationed at Spangdahlem Air Force Base in Germany. | |
| 2957 |  | Marriage- Keller, Martha-Fairbank, Marvin Mrs. Marvin M. Fairbank (Martha Keller) Keller-Fairbank The amethyst earrings Martha V. Keller wore at her wedding to Marvin M. Fairbank had been her great- grandmother’s. Miss Keller and Mr. Fairbank were married at 2 p.m. Aug, 22 in Westminster Presbyterian Church during a ceremony read by the Rev. John Skelly. Candlelighters were Karyl Innis, Wichita, and Pat Hunter, Manhattan. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth G. Keller and Mr. and Mrs. Fain Fairbank. The bride wore a floor-length gown of organza and venise lace. The lace bolero bodice had a high neckline and bishop sleeves of organza with lace- trimmed cuffs. A blue satin ribbon belt was finished with a back bow and streamers. Venise lace over blue satin ribbon bordered the hem of the skirt which extended into a chapel train. The bride’s veil was held by a headpiece of blue and white carnations and white satin ribbon. She carried an Edwardian bouquet. Attending the bride were Karen Worswick, maid of honor; Mary Lair to ore, Newton; Mrs. Robert Paugh and Karen Man. Keri Walters, Independence, Mo., was flower girl. Steven M. Reed, Mission, was best man and groomsmen were the bride’s brother, Frank Keller, Colorado Springs; Mike Butler and Dwight Oman, Manhattan. Ushering were Duane Dunning, Hill City; Bob Hudson, Manhattan; Jim Deines and the bridegroom’s brother, Paul Fairbank. A reception in the church followed the ceremony. Since their return from a wedding trip to St. Louis, the couple is at home at 3404 W. 29th St. Ter., Apt. 6. Mrs. Fairbank attended Kansas State University, majoring in social work, and is a senior at Washburn University. Her sorority is Chi Omega. Mr. Fairbank attended KSU and is employed by Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. | |
| 2958 |  | Marriage- Keller, Susan-Clark, Richard Couple says vows in Delia ceremony Susan A. Keller and Sgt. Richard W. Clark were married at 7 p.m. Oct. 14 in Delia Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Luther Clark, Trenton, Tenn., officiated, with the Rev. Dwight Seneker assisting. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Charles C. Keller, Delia, and the Rev. Mr. and Mrs. Clark. The bride wore a bouffant gown of nylon Chantilly lace with a Sabrina neckline, long fitted sleeves with ruffled cuffs and a basque bodice. The tiered lace skirt extended into a chapel length train. She carried a bouquet of blue roses with baby’s breath. Maid of honor was Judith Keller, Delia, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Marcia Immenschuh, Rossville, and Mrs. Dennis Moses. Michelle Wyatt was flower girl and ring bearer was Russell Immenschuh, Rossville. Serving as best man was Roger Hamblin. Randy Proctor, Memphis, Tenn., and Dennis Moses were groomsmen. Grests were seated by Terry Lambert and Fred Keller, Delia, brother of the bride. Candlelighters were Chris Wyatt, Delia, and Mark Clark, Trenton, brother of the bridegroom. The bride was graduated from Rossville High School and Kaw Area Vocational-Technical School. She was employed by K-Mart. Mr. Clark is serving with the U.S. Air Force. He has been stationed at Forbes AFB. but is being transferred to Rhine Main AFB in Germany, where Mrs. Clark plans to join him later. | |
| 2959 |  | Marriage- Keller, Wynona-Adams, Horace Marriage in Texas of Interest Here Mr. and Mrs. John Keller of Snyder, Texas, announce the marriage of their daughter, Wynona, to Mr. Horace Greeley Adams, III, son of Mr. and Mrs. Horace G. Adams, Jr., of Maple Hill. The wedding took place Tuesday evening, (Nov. 23), at the Baptist Church in Snyder and was followed by a reception at the home of the bride's parents. The bride, an attractive and charming young girl, was lovely in her wedding dress of white satin with bodice embroidered in seed pearls and long, full skirt ending in a train. Her bridal veil of tulle fell from a coronet of seed pearls and tulle. She carried a shower bouquet of sweetheart roses and lilies of the valley. The bride's sister, Raymona, was maid of honor. Miss Marilyn Adams, sister of the bridegroom, and Miss Marilyn Sandefer, of Midland, Texas were bridesmaids. All three wore matching frocks of deep violet velvet and arrangements of feathers and tulle in their hair. They carried calla lilies. Mr. Bruce Adams, brother of the bridegroom, and Mr. Frank Shaller, of Canadian, Texas, were ushers. The best man was Mr. Dan Meisinger of Topeka. The serving table at the reception was beautifully decorated with roses lilies and white chrysanthemums, lighted candles and the tiered wedding cake. The bride attended the Hockaday School for Girls in Dallas, Texas, and Texas Christian and the University of Texas. Mr. Adams is a graduate of the Pembroke-Country Day School in Kansas City, Mo. He is associated in the cattle business with his father prominent Kansas rancher. He and his bride will return from their honeymoon early next week and will be at home on their ranch near Maple Hill. The bridegroom's parents, his sister and brother, and Mr. and Mrs. Meisenger were guests at the wedding. -Capital [From 2 Dec 1943] | |
| 2960 |  | Marriage- Kelly, Doris-Connell, Jack Kelly-Connell Mr. and Mrs. Roy W. Searcy of Silver Lake announce the marriage of Mrs. Searcy's daughter, Doris Summers Kelly of Topeka, to Mr. Jack E. Connell, son of Mrs. Florence Connell. The wedding took place Friday evening, November 3, at 8 in the Seaman Community church. Rev. W.E. Dull read the ceremony. The bride is employed by the Hallmark Greeting Card Co. Mr. Connell is in the Army, and is stationed at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo. | |
| 2961 |  | Marriage- Kelly, Grace-Cowan, John A marriage license was granted Saturday to John T. Cowan of Delia and Grace J. Kelley [sic Kelly] of Emmett. | |
| 2962 |  | Marriage- Kelsey, Jeline-Harclerode, John Kelsey-Harclerode Vows Exchanged In an afternoon ceremony Sunday. August 11, in the Rossville United Methodist Church, Miss Jeline Doris Kelsey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard D. Kelsey, Rossville, became the bride of Mr. John Bruce Harclerode, Dickinson, Tex. The Rev. Paul Mitchell, Hiawatha, officiated at the 3:00 service. Miss Meredith Solomon, Eskridge, was organist and accompanied Mrs. Marguerite Williams, Delia, who sang “Sometimes” and “Pass It on.” Preceding the ceremony, Mr. Tim Townsend, Topeka, and Francis Kelsey, Silver Lake, cousins of the bride, lighted the tapers. The bride wore a gown of silk organza accented with chantilly lace and seed pearls. It was fashioned with an empire bodice, scoop neckline with a lace ruffle, and long lace sleeves. The skirt was accented with an attached train, deep flounce trimmed in matching lace, swept into a chapel length. A Juliet head piece of embroidered lace and pearls held tier fingertip-length veil edged in lace. She carried a small white Bible with a cascade of yellow roses and white daisies. Mrs. Gaye Iwig, Lafayette, Ind., was the matron of honor. The bridesmaids were Mrs. Cheryl Huff, Omaha, Nebr.; Mrs. Sheila Stueve, Topeka; Miss Dee Walter, Riley; and Mrs. Denise Harclerode, Finley A.F.S., North Dakota. They each wore pink, yellow apricot, mint green and lavender long dresses, and carried bouquets of pastel daisies. Mr. Scott Harclerode, Finley A.F.S., North Dakota, was best man for his brother. The groomsmen were Mr. Rick Kelsey, brother of the bride, and Mr. Terry Harclerode, Mr. Craig Harclerode, and Mr. Martin Harclerode, brothers of the groom, from Dickinson, Tex. The flower girl was Donna Townsend, cousin of the bride from Kansas City. She wore a light blue long dress. Jereme Wise, Kansas City, cousin of the bride, was ringbearer. Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the church. The reception table, was centered with a three tiered wedding cake decorated by the bride’s cousin, Mrs. Linda Wise of Kansas City. Mrs. Wise cut the cake, and was assisted at the reception table by Miss Connie Townsend, Topeka, and Miss Becky Kelsey, Silver Lake, also cousins of the bride. Miss Cindy Flores, Humboldt, was in charge of the guest book. Mr. Tommy Joe Townsend and Mr. Billy Jim Townsend, Topeka, cousins of the bride, gave rice bags to the wedding guests. Ushers were Mr. Stan Birkbeck, Burlington, Mr. Jim Browning and Mr. Gary Wiens of Emporia. Their wives, Mrs. Birkbeck, Mrs. Browning, and Mrs. Wiens were in charge of the gifts. Mrs. Harclerode is a graduate of Rossville High School and of Baker University, and received her Master’s degree in Special Education from Kansas State Teachers College in Emporia. She is teaching a class for the trainable mentally retarded at Emporia High School. Mr. Harclerode is a graduate of Neodesha High School and Kansas State Teachers College, Emporia, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Education. He is teaching biology at Emporia High School. Following a honeymoon in Colorado, the couple is at home at 1722 Rural, Emporia, Ks. | |
| 2963 |  | Marriage- Kemp, May-Short, John John Short and Miss May Kemp both of St. Marys, were married Monday at Topeka. John was born and raised in this vicinity. | |
| 2964 |  | Marriage- Kensing, Rebecca-Diehl, Keith Mr. and Mrs. Keith Craig Diehl Kensing-Diehl Vows Exchanged in Baptist Church Rebecca Anne Kensing became the bride of Keith Craig Diehl at a 3 p.m. ceremony Saturday, September 25, 1976, at the First Free Will Baptist Church in Topeka. The bride’s uncle, the Rev. Dale McCain, Smith Center, officiated. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Lee W. Kensing and Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth D. Diehl, both of Topeka. Providing the music was Mrs. Irene Campbell, organist, and Randy Kensing, brother of the bride, who sang. The bride’s dress was made of candlelight polyester crepe with matching lace. Her cascade bouquet consisted of multicolored daisies, miniature carnations and baby’s breath. Mrs. Diehl was attended by Donnita Weiler, Silver Lake, who was attired in blue polyester crepe. Her bouquet consisted of multicolored daisies, miniature carnations and baby’s breath. Flower girl was Jodi Diehl, sister of the groom. Her dress and bouquet were similar to those of the bridesmaid. The groom was attended by Jack Bird, Rossville. Bill Heslet and Harry Kibbe served as ushers. Mrs. Denise Thomas was in charge of the guest book. The mother of the bride was dressed in mint green. The groom’s mother was dressed in blue. Both wore corsages of white daisies and miniature carnations. A reception was held in the Crestview Shelterhouse. Serving were Jeanette McRoberts, Silver Lake, and Mrs. Loli Diehl, Rossville. Mrs. Diehl is a graduate of Silver Lake High School. Mr. Diehl was graduated from Rossville High School. He is employed by Foresman Building and Remodeling Co., in St. Marys. After a short trip to Branson, Mo., the couple is at home in Silver Lake. | |
| 2965 |  | Marriage- Kerr, Gladys-Marion, Levi Kerr-Marion Mr. and Mrs. E.N. Kerr, of 365 Chester St., Topeka, announce the marriage of their daughter, Gladys Arvilda, to Mr. Levi Marion, formerly of Rossville. The marriage occurred at the home of the bride's parents, Monday, December 31, the Rev. Marlin, of the Methodist church officiating. Only the relatives and immediate friends were present. Mr. Marion is employed as a fireman in the Santa Fe shops in Topeka. Mrs. Marion is employed at the Smith Co., 618 Jackson St., as typist and filing clerk, Mr. and Mrs. Marion will make their home in Topeka. Mrs. Marion is a sister of Mrs. Paul Small. | |
| 2966 |  | Marriage- Kerr, Opal-Small, Paul Kerr-Small Mr. Paul Henry Small and Miss Opal Lenora Kerr, of Topeka, were united in marriage Thursday, Dec. 27, by Rev. D. P. Mason, of the Independence, Mo. Baptist church. The marriage occurred at the Minister’s home. Mr. Small has been a resident of Rossville for the past fifteen years, having been raised by Mr. and Mrs. M. E. Myers, whom he regards as his parents. He is a fine young man and for the past year has been employed by the Santa Fe in the Topeka shops. Mrs. Small is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kerr, of 365 Chester avenue, Topeka. Mr. and Mrs. Small came to the Myers home Friday evening where a wedding supper was served. Later in the evening Mr. Small’s former Sun day school classmates came in and the newly married couple was given a noisy charivari after which all came in and a social hour was spent together. Mr. and Mrs. Small will be “at home” to their friends after the later part of January on the Dr. Howell farm southeast of Kiro. | |
| 2967 |  | Marriage- Kerwin, Janet-Foresman, Ralph 1 Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Eugene Foresman Janet Sue Kerwin - Ralph E. Foresman Wedding June 4 | |
| 2968 |  | Marriage- Kerwin, Janet-Foresman, Ralph 2 Janet Sue Kerwin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Kerwin, Delia, and Ralph Eugene Foresman, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph E. Foresman, St. Marys, were united in marriage at 2 p.m., June 4, 1977 at the Immaculate Conception Church in St. Marys. The Rev. Alfred Rockers officiated at the double ring Nuptial Mass. The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a gown of polyester organza and cluny lace. It featured a sheer bodice trimmed in Brussels type lace and seed pearl trim, with a stand-up neckline trimmed in cluny lace. The front and back bodice and high rise waist were bordered with cluny lace as were the bishop sleeves. Bands of cluny lace trimmed the front of the flared skirt; a two tier flounce encircled the skirt and train, edged in cluny lace which swept into a chapel length train. Her veil was a modified camelot headpiece which was also edged with lace. She carried a cascade bouquet of coral Juliet roses, white carnations, daises and baby’s breath encircling a yellow cymbidium orchid. Marita Ronnau, St. Marys, was her sister’s matron of honor. The bridesmatrons were her sister, Jean Poppelreiter, Maple Hill, and Mary Jo Hoerman, Manhattan. Cathy Newton, Alma, was a bridesmaid. Their dresses were floor length of solid coral color with a nylon, small flowered print overlay. The empire bodices featured scoop, sweetheart necklines with large puffed sleeves. They wore small, white silk flowers in their hair and carried a colonial bouquet of carnations, daisies and baby’s breath with yellow and coral streamers. Walter Foresman, Silver Lake, was his brother’s best man. Groomsmen were Pete Baumchen, St. Marys; Michael Foresman, Silver Lake; and Steve Mees, St. Marys. The guests were seated by Bob Foresman, Silver Lake, Karl Meyer and Matt Verschelden, St. Marys. All the attendants and ushers wore ginger Seville. tuxedos with ginger colored ruffled shirts. The bride’s mother wore a floor length gown of pale, mint green knit with silver accessories. She wore a corsage of coral cymbidum orchids. The groom’s mother wore a floor length gown of apricot with white accessories. Her corsage was of yellow cymbidium orchids. Michael Kerwin, Delia; brother of the bride, was the lector. Kevin and Patrick Kerwin, Delia, brothers of the bride, were the Mass servers. Mrs. Sue Bayer, St. Marys, was the organist. Several guitar selections were sung by Mrs. Beverly Newton and Miss Cathy Mock of Paxico, before and during the ceremony. Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the Centennial Building. The three-tier wedding cake was served by Mrs. Jane Elliott and Mrs. Beverly Martinek. Kathy Floersch and Mary Zeller served the punch. Assisting at the gift tables were Kathy Schumaker, Terri Shea and Vanessa Tarbutton. Lisa Brennan was in charge of the guest book. A buffet dinner for relatives and friends was served following the reception. Mrs. Foresman is a graduate of St. Marys High School and is attending Kansas State University where she will graduate next May with a degree in elementary education. She is presently employed as switchboard operator at Kansas State University. Mr. Foresman is a graduate of St. Marys High School and is attending Kansas State University where he will graduate next May with a degree in electrical engineering. He is presently employed in the physical power plant at Kansas State University. After a honeymoon trip to the Lake of the Ozarks, the Foresmans are making their home in Manhattan. Out-of-town relatives and friends attend-ing the wedding were Mrs. Pauline Kaullen, Sikeston, Mo.; Mr. and Mrs. John Marshall, Johnny and Jennifer, Ste. Genevieve, Mo.; Mr. and Mrs. Jim Hamilton, Partridge; Mr. and Mrs. Leo Kerwin, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Karnowski, Paul and Patrick, Mrs. Josephine Ferber and Scott Phillips, and Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy Foresman, all of Kansas City, Ks.; Mr. and Mrs. Ken Walsh and Robin Ann. Raritan, N.J.; Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Applegate, Belvue; Mr. and Mrs. Floyd North, Mr. and Mrs. Charles St. Louis, and Mr. and Mrs. Dan Cain and Clare, all of Topeka; and Brother John Toller, S.J., St. Louis, Mo. | |
| 2969 |  | Marriage- Kerwin, Jean-Poppelreiter, John 1 Mr. and Mrs. John Poppelreiter Jean Kerwin & John Poppelreiter Exchange Vows | |
| 2970 |  | Marriage- Kerwin, Jean-Poppelreiter, John 2 Kerwin-Poppelreiter Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. St. Marys, was the setting for the marriage of Jean Marie Kerwin and John T. Poppelreiter at 2 p.m. Nov. 16. The Rev. Alfred Rockers and the Rev. Luke Byrne, Kansas City, officiated. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Kerwin, Delia, and the bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Poppelreiter, St. Marys. Attending the bride were Janet Kerwin, Delia; Sandy Poppelreiter, St. Marys, and Mrs. Daniel Lenherr, Topeka. Attendants for the bridegroom were George Poppelreiter Jr., St. Marys; Larry Baumchen. Hays, and Bill DeDonder, St. Marys. Mr. and Mrs. Poppelreiter are graduates of St. Marys High School. She is employed by Nickerson Farms, Paxico, and he is farming. | |
| 2971 |  | Marriage- Kerwin, Robert and Kate Mr. Robert Kerwin and Miss Kate Murray, Cross Creek, were married at Holy Cross on May 23 by Reverend Father Dunning. At 8 that evening, friends of the party assembled to the amount of 40 couples and enjoyed themselves in keeping time to the well-rendered musical notes of the celebrated Jackson Brothers String Band. To say they all enjoyed a good time is putting it mild. A long list of the wedding gifts, and those who sent the gifts, is also given in the accounts. | |
| 2972 |  | Marriage- Kesler, Blanche-Allen, Leo Miss Blanche Kesler of this city and Mr. Leo Allen of St. Marys were married in St. Marys. For the past year she has been employed as "Central" girl in the local telephone office. Mr. Allen is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Allen of St. Marys and has been conducting his father's restaurant in St. Marys. | |
| 2973 |  | Marriage- Ketter, Florence-Martin, Ray Ketter-Martin The marriage of Miss Florence Ketter, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Ketter, to Mr. Ray Martin, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Martin was solemnized at a Nuptial Mass at St. Stanislaus Catholic church at Rossville, Saturday morning at 9 o'clock. Fr. Berens read the double ring ceremony before an altar banked with beautiful gladioli, asters and other cut flowers. Melvin and Larry Ketter, brothers of the bride were the altar boys. Mrs. Bill Hill organist played nuptial music and the traditional marches and Mrs. Edward Rafferty vocalist sang, accompanied by Mrs. Hill. The bride given in marriage by her father, was lovely and wore a gown of white silk marquisite, with fitted bodice and low neck line edged by wide silk lace bertha and lace peplin with short sleeves and full ankle length skirt. She wore lace mitts and a finger tip veil with crown of seed pearls, and carried an arm bouquet of 18 red roses. Her only jewelry was a strand of pearls, a gift from the groom. Miss Alice Grace, maid of honor, Miss Betty Devenham and Mrs. George DeBacker, sister of the bride, were brides maids and wore identical gowns styled as the bride, in satin and marquesite in shades of Nile green and gold. They wore matching picture hats and carried colonial bouquets of asters. Mary Ellen Ketter, cousin of the bride was flower girl and wore a dainty gown and lacy bonnet of matching color and carried a basket of rose petals. Master Michael Martin, cousin of the groom was ring bearer. The groom was attended by his brother, Robert Martin and the groomsmen were, Mr. George DeBacker and Charles Martin. The ushers were John Martin Jr., brother of the groom and Leo Dale Berry. Mrs. Ketter wore a silver brown crepe dress with matching accessories and Mrs. Martin wore a dark brown crepe with matching accessories. Both wore corsages of tinted gladioli. Miss Alice Grace had charge of the guest book preceding the ceremony. Following the ceremony a wedding breakfast and reception was held at the home of the bride. The dining room was decorated with garden flowers and gladioli and a three-tiered wedding cake centered the table covered with a fancy lace spread. Serving at the punch bowl was Nona Martin and Marguerite DeLeye. Mrs. Mildred Berry cut the cake. After a two weeks wedding trip, the couple will be at home at Cottonwood Falls, for the present. Mr. Martin is employed by the Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. [From 7 Sep 1950] | |
| 2974 |  | Marriage- Ketter, Kathleen-Matyak, Edward Mrs. Edward Matyak (Kathleen Ketter) Ketter-Matyak Kathleen Mary Ann Ketter became the bride of Edward Frank Matyak at 1 p.m. Nov. 23 in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, St. Marys. The Rev. Richard Etzel officiated. Parents of the bride are Mr. and Mrs. Ambrose Ketter, St. Marys. Parents of the bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. Paul Matyak, Delia. Attendants for the bride were Mary Ellen Ketter, Eloise Ketter and Darcy Anna Ketter. The bridegroom’s attendants were Paul Matyak Jr. and Rick Matyak, Delia; and Ambrose Ketter Jr., St. Marys. Mrs. Matyak attended Clark’s School of Business and is employed as a legal secretary by Cosgrove, Webb and Oman. Mr. Matyak attended Kaw Area Vocational-Technical School and is employed as a machinist by Midwest Machine Works. The couple is at home in Delia. | |
| 2975 |  | Marriage- Ketterman, Kristine-Macha, Donald 1 Ketterman-Macha vows are exchanged here on May 29 Kristine Ann Ketterman and Mr. Donald Eugene Macha exchanged marriage vows during a nuptial Mass celebrated by the Rev. Carl Starkloff, Kansas City, Mo., at 2:00 p.m., May 29, in the Immaculate Conception Church, St. Marys. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Ketterman, St. Marys, and Mr. and Mrs. Edward A. Macha, Rossville. The bride’s floor-length gown of white silk organza was fashioned with Chantilly lace bodice, stand-up collar, and bishop sleeves. The skirt and detachable watteau train were trimmed with appliqued lace motifs. A Juliet cap of white embroidered daisies held her veil, and she carried a bouquet of red roses, white carnations, and baby’s breath. Attending the bride were Kathy Ketter, and the bride’s sister, Jane Ketterman, both of St. Marys. Alan Bird, Rossville, was best man, and the bridegroom’s brother, Ken Macha, was a groomsman. Ushers were Dick Ketterman and Bill Macha, brothers of the couple. A reception in the Centennial building followed the ceremony. Mrs. Macha is employed by Stormont-Vail Hospital, Topeka. Mr. Macha is employed by Bennett Brothers Standard Service Station, and is a member of the U.S. Naval Reserve. The couple is at home in St. Marys. | |
| 2976 |  | Marriage- Ketterman, Kristine-Macha, Donald 2 Kristine Ann Ketterman and Donald Eugene Macha exchanged marriage vows during a nuptial mass celebrated by the Rev. Carl Starkloff, Kansas City, Mo., at 2 p.m. May 29 in Immaculate Conception Church, St. Marys. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Ketterman, St. Marys, and Mr. and Mrs. Edward A. Macha, Rossville. The bride’s floor-length gown of white silk organza was fashioned with Chantilly lace bodice and sleeves. The skirt and detachable Watteau train were trimmed with appliqued lace motifs. A Juliet cap of white embroidered daisies held her veil, and she carried a bouquet of red roses, white carnations and baby’s breath. Attending the bride were Kathy Ketter and the bride’s sister, Jane Ketterman, both of St. Marys. Alan Bird, Rossville, was best man and the bridegroom’s brother, Ken Ma-cha, was groomsman. Ushers were Dick Ketterman and Bill Macha, brothers of the couple. A reception in the Centennial building followed the ceremony. Mrs. Macha is employed by Stormont-Vail Hospital and Mr. Macha is employed by Bennett Bros. Standard Service Station. The couple is at home in St. Marys. | |
| 2977 |  | Marriage- Kiehl, Ann-Keller, Dennis Couples say nuptial vows Kiehl-Keller Ann E. Kiehl, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Donald E. Kiehl of Tecumseh, and Dennis R. Keller, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles 0. Keller of Rossville, were married Aug. 12 at 3 p.m. in Highland Park United Methodist Church. The Rev. Earl Harbour officiated. Renae Lacock of Rossville and Richard Kiehl of Horton lighted the candles. The bride made her high- waisted gown of dotted Swiss over bridal satin. Venise lace trimmed the bodice and hem of the skirt and cathedral length train. A matching lace headpiece held her veil and she carried a cascade bouquet of white, blue, pink and lavender carnations. Beverly Kiehl of Tecumseh attended her sister as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Tammy Keller of Rossville, sister of the bridegroom, and Marylin Davidson. Jeanie Lacock of Rossville was flower girl. Don Kiehl, Horton, was ring bearer. Jim Burkett of Rossville served as best man. Groomsmen were Tom Lacock of Rossville and Steve Hackler. Ron Hesse and Roger Page of Rossville, Pat Myers of Maple Hill and Jerry Raab ushered. A reception in Wesley Hall of the church followed the ceremony. The couple is at home in Rossville following a wedding trip to Branson, Mo., and Table Rock Lake. The bride is a graduate of Shawnee Heights High School and attended Kansas State University. She is employed by Silver Lake State Bank. Mr. Keller is a graduate of Rossville High School and attended Washburn University. He farms in the Silver Lake and Rossville area. | |
| 2978 |  | Marriage- Killinger, Janet-Carrell, Leroy Janet Killinger Leroy Carrell Killinger-Carrell Janet Killinger, Silver Lake, and Leroy Carrell, Rossville, exchanged wedding vows Aug. 3, 1996, at the United Methodist Church in Silver Lake. The Rev. Marjorie Cox offici-ated at the 6 p.m. service. The bride is the daughter of Frank and Gene Killinger Jr., Topeka. The groom is the son of the late Clayton and Alverta Carrell. Bev Kennedy, Silver Lake, was the matron of honor. Bonny Cassella, Topeka, was the maid of honor. Clayton Hammes, Topeka, was best man. Todd Holmes, the bride’s son, was groomsman. Ushers were Frank E. Wade, the groom’s cousin; Greg Killinger, the bride’s brother; and Tim Hanna, the bride’s brother-in-law. Music was provided by Connie Reuck, organist, and Dean Faulk, soloist. Reception servers were Karen Hanna, the bride’s sister; Kelly Killinger, the bride’s sister-in-law; Tonia Bahner; and Sue Workman. Gifts were received by Cindy Shaw. A dinner and dance followed at the American Legion in Rossville. The couple took a honeymoon trip to Colorado and are at home in Rossville. | |
| 2979 |  | Marriage- Kinnett, Flora-Sanders, W.C. Mr. W.C. Sanders and Miss Flora Kennett [sic Kinnett] were united in marriage at the Presbyterian manse Wednesday evening. | |
| 2980 |  | Marriage- Kirby, Hattie-McCleery, Walter 1 Route 14 Mr. and Mrs. Walter McCleary [sic McCleery] returned home March 4, from a three months wedding trip. They were welcomed by a large circle of friends and neighbors at the home of Charlie Nightwine and wife. There were about two hundred young and old people in the crowd who were treated to beer, wine and sandwiches and cake. All reported a good time and wish them a long and prosperous life. They will make their home south east of St. Marys on the McCleary farm. | |
| 2981 |  | Marriage- Kirby, Hattie-McCleery, Walter 2 Hattie Kirby and Walter McCleary [sic McCleery] were married in Kansas City and went to Texas for a honeymoon. | |
| 2982 |  | Marriage- Kirkpatrick, Frances-Marney, Ted Mr. "Ted" Marney, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Marney and Miss Francs Kirkpatrick, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E.D. Kirkpatrick, both of this city, were granted a marriage license and wedded in Kansas City Monday of this week. Mr. and Mrs. Marney expect to make Rossville their home. | |
| 2983 |  | Marriage- Kirkpatrick, Lois-Ginder, Melvin Miss Lois Kirkpatrick, granddaughter of Mrs. Elizabeth Mitchell, of this city, and Mr. Melvin Ginder both of Topeka were quietly married last Friday evening at the home of Mrs. B.A. Sadler. | |
| 2984 |  | Marriage- Knight, Connie-Macha, Kenneth Knight-Macha The marriage of Connie S. Knight and Kenneth J. Macha was solemnized at 7 p.m. July 23 in St. Stanislaus Church. Rossville. The Rev. Alfred Rockers officiated. Parents of the bride are Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Bond and Mr. and Mrs. Don Knight. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Macha, Rossville. Attending couple were Mrs. Jacky Eaton and Jan Penry Topeka; Dan Enochs, Manhattan; and Chuck Macha, Rossville. Mrs. Macha is a graduate of Seaman High School and is employed by Ed Marling Stores. Mr. Macha was graduated from Rossville High School and is employed by Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. The couple is at home in Rossville. | |
| 2985 |  | Marriage- Koci, Lillian-Wiant, Everett The marriage of Miss Lillian Hazel Koci, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.F. Koci, to Corp. Everett E. Wiant, son of Mr. and Mrs. Elmus Wiant, of Silver Lake, took place a 8:30 o'clock Saturday night at the home of the Rev. W.E. Dull who officiated. The bride who is employed in the office at the 832nd Specialized Supply Depot, was formerly employed for five years by the Shawnee County Agricultural Conservation Assn. Corporal Wiant returned recently after 19 months' service in the South west Pacific and is convalescent at Winter General Hospital from an illness. | |
| 2986 |  | Marriage- Koci, Lillie-Hromada, Frank A marriage license was issued by the Probate Judge in Topeka Wednesday to Frank John Hromada, 23, of Rossville and Lillie Grace Koci, 23, of Auburn. | |
| 2987 |  | Marriage- Koci, Nina-Wehner, Melvin Koci-Wehner Nuptials Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Koci announce the marriage of their daughter, Nina Bernice to Mr. Melvin G. Wehner, son of Mr. and Mrs. John J. Wehner which took place at 10:00 o'clock Thursday, October 12, at the Sacred Heart Church in Delia, Kansas. Reverend Father M.J. McManus read the double ring ceremony before an altar decorated with gold and bronze mums pompoms and ferns. Miss Bonnie Mailler, organist and vocalist, sang "The Lord's Prayer," "On This Day Oh Beautiful Mother," and "Oh Lord I am Not Worthy." The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a gown of white satin with a fitted bodice, long sleeves tapering to points over the hands. A row of tiny satin covered buttons extended down the center of the back to the bustle and ended in an aisle wide train. Her fingertip veil of illusion was held in place by a halo of white satin with orange blossoms at the sides and she carried a white orchid bouquet on a white prayer book trimmed with satin streamers. Her only jewelry was a strand of pearls, a gift of the groom. Miss Laurita Cowan was the maid of honor. She wore a gown of cocoa brown satin with fitted bodice and matching overskirt of nylon net. Her headdress was a bonnet of brown satin and net and she wore matching mitts. She carried a cascade bouquet of gold and bronze chrysanthemums with satin streamers. The matron of honor was Mrs. Albert Evans and the bridesmaid was Miss Gladys Koci sister of the bride. Mrs. Evans wore gold satin and Miss Koci wore turquoise satin gowns styled like the maid of honor's gown. They carried bouquets of gold and bronze mums. Mr. Clarence Wehner attended his brother as best man. Mr. Franics Wehner and Mr. Johnnie Wehner brothers of the groom, were groomsmen. The ushers were Mr. Albert Evans and Mr. Loren Hammel. The flower girls were Linda Jean Simecka and June Marie Wehner, nieces of the groom. They wore floor length dresses of pink and aqua taffeta. Johnnie Lee Wehner, nephew Billie Joe Rezac, also a nephew of the groom, carried the rings on a gold Chrysanthemum. Mrs. Koci, mother of the bride, wore black floral crepe dress with grey and black accessories. Mrs. Wehner, mother of the groom, wore a dress of black crepe with black accessories. Both mothers wore corsages of pink and white carnations. A wedding breakfast followed the ceremony at the home of the groom's parents and a reception was held at the home of the bride's parents. Mrs. Ivan Beach, sister of the bride cut the wedding cake. Assisting at the punch bowl were Misses Virginia Pence and Elaine Cowan. Miss Dorothy Gantz had charge of the guest book. For traveling the bride wore a beige suit with green accessories and an orchid corsage. After a short wedding trip the couple will return to Delia until the groom leaves for the armed forces, the 23rd of October. The bride is a member of the Beta Psi chapter of Beta Sigma Phi and is employed by the Veterans Administration. Out-of-town guests at the wedding were: Mr. and Mrs. P.J. Lade[ ] Oakley; Mr. and Mrs. Joe Kar[ ] Mr. and mrs. Joe Figgs [missing] John Axline and Freddie, of [ ] City, Missouri; Mr. and Mrs. Stallman and Kenneth of Independence, Mo.; Mr. and Mrs. [ ] Bindel, of Sabetha; [ ] Couch and Mrs. James Koci [Topeka]. [19 Oct 1950] ---- Koci-Wehner Wedding Announcements are out for the marriage of Mr. Melvin Wehner, and Miss Nina Koci, both of Delia. The wedding will take place Thursday, October 12, at Delia. Mr. Wehner is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John J. Wehner, of Delia and Miss Koci is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alred Koci of Delia. [28 Sep 1950] | |
| 2988 |  | Marriage- Koons, Leila-Bartley, Ray Word was received here last week that Ray Bartley and Miss Leila Coons [sic Koons], of Los Animos, Colo. were married recently at that place. Both are very well known here. Miss Coons was born and raised in this vicinity. She is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Emery Coons. | |
| 2989 |  | Marriage- Koons, Margaret-Kane, Alvin Koons-Kane Mrs. Myrtle Koons announces the marriage of her youngest daughter, Margaret, to Mr. Alvin Kane, of Pittsburgh, Pa. They were quietly married Thursday, September 3rd at 11 o'clock at the parlor of the First Christian church in Topeka. The Rev. E.A. Golden, pastor of the church, officiated. The only attendants were her mother, Mrs. Myrtle Koons, and aunt, Mrs. Martha Powers. A wedding dinner was served for the party at the Kansan Hotel following the ceremony. After a visit in Rossville with her mother until Tuesday, Mr. and Mrs. Kane left Tuesday evening for an extended wedding trip through the western states. They will be at home at Youngstown, Ohio, after October 1st. Mr. Kane is an engineer on the New York Central. | |
| 2990 |  | Marriage- Kovar, Agnes-Rafferty, Robert Kovar - Rafferty Solemnized April Miss Agnes Kovar, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Pete Kovar of Rossville, was united in marriage to Mr. Robert E. Rafferty, son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Rafferty also of Rossville, Saturday, April 16, in St. Stanislaus Catholic church at Rossville. The double-ring ceremony was read at a nuptial mass solemnized by the Rev. A. J. Berens. Douglas and Vincent Martinek, cousins of the bride, were acolytes. Miss Mary Tholl, organist, played traditional nuptial music and accompanied Mrs. Joyce Brennan who sang, “Ave Marie”, “Lord I Am Not Worthy”, and “O, Mother Dear Pray For Me.” The altar was decorated with bouquets of white and lavendar gladioli. Mr. Kovar gave his daughter in marriage. Her street-length dress was of white embroidered polished cotton and her shoulder-length veil of nylon fell from an embroidered capulet. She carried a colonial bouquet of red roses. Miss Betty Kovar of Kansas City, Mo., sister of the bride was maid of honor. Miss Eileen Zima of Emmett was the bridesmaid. They wore matching dresses of lavendar polished cotton. Each wore an open capulette with small white roses and a misty tie back veil. They carried colonial bouquets of white roses. Mr. Ernest Rezac served as best man and Mr. Keith Rafferty, brother of the groom, was groomsman. Ushering were Mr. Ben Macha of Council Grove, cousin of the bride, and Mr. Richard Rafferty, brother of the groom. Mrs. Kovar chose a light blue rayon shantung dress with white and navy accessories. Mrs. Rafferty wore a navy blue faille with pink and blue accessories. Both wore corsages of white carnations. Miss Evelyn Kovar, sister of the bride, presided at the guest book. Following the ceremony the reception was held at the home of the bride’s parents. Mrs. Martha Rezac. Mrs. Mary Hudson and Mrs. Phyllis Denham assisted. The brides table, laid with lace cloth, was centered with three tiered wedding cake decorated in green and white and topped with miniature wedding bells, encircled with greenery and red roses. Candelabra completed the decorations. As the couple left on a short honeymoon trip, the bride wore a navy blue suit with white accessories. Both Mr. and Mrs. Rafferty are graduates of Rossville High School. Mrs. Rafferty also is a graduate Research Hospital School of Nursing. Mr. Rafferty is at present employed at Goodyear Plant, Topeka. The couple is at home at 111 Taylor, Topeka, Kansas. Out of town guests attending the wedding were: Mr. and Mrs. John Wortman, Mrs. Helen Rafferty, Harold, Jimmy and Donald, Mrs. John Burkhart, Mr. and Mrs. Freeman French, Mr. and Mrs. Duane Hudson. Mr. and Mrs. Larry Ketter and Pam, all of Topeka, Kansas; Mr. and Mrs. Claude Smith and family, of Blue Mound, Kansas; Mrs. Martha Miller and family, Wamego, Kansas; Mr. and Mrs. Louis Smith and family, Belvue, Kansas; Mrs. Ellen Dunagan, Mr. Patrick Rafferty, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Peterson of Maple Hill, Kansas; Mr. and Mrs. Ben Macha, Mrs. Helen Macha of Council Grove, Kansas; Mrs. Mae Brown, Janette and Jeanine, Misses Patty Toile, Phyllis Denham, Kathryn Denham, Marie Lewie, Edith Orner, Marilee Fisher all of Kansas City, Missouri; and Miss Disca Ann McKawn of Liberty, Missouri. | |
| 2991 |  | Marriage- Kovar, Anna-Slansky, James Kovar-Slansky Mr. James Slansky, of Plainville, and Miss Anna Kovar, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Kovar of route 14, were married Monday by the Probate Judge in Topeka. They left immediately for their home at Plainville. Mr. Slansky is a brother of Mrs. Tom Cerney [sic Cerny] and is a prosperous young farmer. | |
| 2992 |  | Marriage- Kovar, Evelyn-Thompson, Mahlon [Caption to bridal photo: Mrs. Mahlon B. Thompson Jr.] Teachers Marry In Saturday Rite Evelyn Marie Kovar, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Paul Kovar, Rossville, and Mahlon B. Thompson Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Mahlon B. Thompson, were married in a double ring ceremony Saturday. The Very Rev. Leslie Skerry Olsen read the marriage vows at 10 a.m. in Grace Episcopal Cathedral. Max R. Elsberry was organist and John Appleton and Thomas Appleton were acolytes. The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a gown of white, imported Jacquard cotton fashioned with a slim skirt, high rounded neckline, fitted bodice, long sleeves and a long detachable train. Her illusion veil fell from a coronet of matching fabric. She carried a cascade of Killian daisies, stephanotis and ivy. Betty Kovar, Kansas City, Mo., attended her sister as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Mrs. Robert Rafferty, Rossville, sister of the bride, and Sharon Smith. They wore floor-length dresses of island green satin fashioned with slim skirts, rounded necklines, fitted bodices and elbow-length sleeves. Their floor-length trains were attached at the neckline with bows. They carried cascades of Killian daisies and ivy. Kimberly Kovar, Liberty, Mo., was flower girl. Her dress was similar to the bride's attendants. Michael Rafferty, Rossville, carried the rings. Richard Young was best man and ushers were David Pantle, Denver, Colo.; Earl Kovar, Liberty, Mo., brother of the bride; Robert Rafferty, Rossville; and David Slater. A reception in the Cathedral dining room followed the ceremony. Assisting were Mrs. Earl Kovar, Liberty, Mo.; Mrs. Clyde Brown, Louisburg; Janette Brown and Jaanine Brown, Kansas City, Mo.; Mrs. Charles Renyer, Mrs. David Slater, Mrs. Josephine Murphy and Mrs. William Monteith. The couple will make their home at 2219 Fairlawn Road, Topeka. Mrs. Thompson, a graduate of Rossville High School, received her bachelor of science degree in education and a master of science degree from Kansas State Teachers College of Emporia. She is president of the Kansas Association of Biology Teachers and teaches science at Highland Park High School. Mr. Thompson holds a BA degree in political science from Washburn University. He is a past president of his social fraternity, Alpha Delta, and is a member of Alpha Psi Omega, honorary dramatics fraternity. He was elected to "Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges." He taught the past year at Capper Junior High School and is working toward his master's degree at the University of Kansas. He is captain in the Air Force Reserve. | |
| 2993 |  | Marriage- Kovar, Karen-Klein, Gene Vows are solemnized in Texas A double-ring ceremony Saturday evening, Nov. 30, in Ocker Brethren Church, Zabcikville, Tex., united Miss Karen Elaine Kovar and Mr. Gene W. Klein. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Kovar, Rogers, Texas. Mr. Kovar is a native of the Rossville-Delia communities. The paternal grandparents are Mrs. Frank Kovar of Rogers, and the late Mr. Kovar. They resided in the Rossville-Delia area prior to their moving to Texas a number of years ago. Parents of the bridegroom are Mrs. Annie Klein of Burlington, Tex., and the late Mr. Klein. The Rev. Albert Michalik of Nelsonville, Tex., officiated during the candlelight service. Providing music was organist, Mrs. David Thompson of Temple, Tex., and soloist, John Swahn of College Station, Texas. Gowned in a floor-length sheath of jubilante crepe, the bride was given in marriage by her father. The gown featured a high-rise French Alencon lace yolk flowing into elbow-length sleeves of lace. The portrait neckline and Watteau train were enhanced with seed pearls. A nosegay of peau and Alencon lace flowers held the tiered English silk illusion but-terfly veil. She carried a cascade of stephanotis, lily of the valley and orchids. Miss Gayle Kovar attended her sister as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Miss Pat Griggs of Friendswood, Tex., and Miss Karen Dixon of Houston Texas. They wore floor- length gowns of moss green velvet, with matching circlets and short veils. Thomas C. Mallett of Austin, Tex., was best man. Groomsmen were Roy Schuetze of Burlington, Tex., and Calvin Kraemer of Cameron, Texas. Guests were seated by Leon Rummel, Marvin Luksa and Gene York. Candlelighters were Woodrow Glen Chervenka and Walter Haisler. Miss Esther Chervenka of Huntsville, T e x., registered guests at the wedding and at the reception held in the Fellowship Building. Presiding at the bride’s table were Miss Annette Kovar of Houston, Mrs. Walter Haisler of College Station, Mrs. Larry Posvar of Burlington, Mrs. James Naiver and Miss Jeanette Kovar of Temple. Other members of the house party were Miss Linda Lucko, Miss Connie Lucko, and Miss Diann Lucko, all of Cameron; Mrs. Thomas C. Mallett of Austin, Mrs. Woodrow Chervenka and Mrs. Otis Kovar of Rogers, Mrs. W. G. Chervenka of Brenham, Tex., and Miss Pam Machelek of Temple. Cindy Chervenka of Brenham distributed rice bags. The bride is a candidate for a B.S. degree from Lamar State College of Technology in Beaumont, Tex., after she completes her medical technology internship at Hillcrest Baptist Hospital in Waco, Texas. The bridegroom is a graduate of Rosebud High School and received his B.S. degree in agricultural economics from Texas A&M. | |
| 2994 |  | Marriage- Kovar, Kimberly-George, Jon Mrs. John Marc George Kovar-George Vows Exchanged Kimberly Ann Kovar and Jon Marc George were married January 3, 1976 in a private candlelight ceremony at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Earl E. Kovar in Liberty, Mo. Dr. W. Tribbey Nickerson of the Faubion United Methodist Church officiated. Parents of the bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. James George of Liberty, Mo. The bride wore a gown of ecru linen and lace, and carried a nosegay of cymbidium orchids, violets, and baby’s breath. Miss Mendy Lowe of Liberty was maid of honor. Miss Kay Marie Kovar, sister of the bride, presided at the guest book. The best man was Mr. Rodney Graham, also of Liberty. Mrs. George is a 1975 graduate of Liberty Senior High School and is a student at the University of Missouri at Kansas City. Mr. George graduated from Liberty Senior High School in 1973. He attended the University of « Missouri at Rolla and is self-employed. Grandparents of Mrs. George [ ], Mrs. Pete Kovar of Rossville, and Mrs. James H. McKown of Liberty. Mr. George’s grandmother is Mrs. Leonard Bates of Richmond, Mo. | |
| 2995 |  | Marriage- Kovar, Millie-Badura, Henry The wedding of Miss Millie Ann Kovar to Mr. Henry Badura was solemnized Tuesday morning, January 30, at the Czech church. | |
| 2996 |  | Marriage- Kovar, Nancy-Messley, Lowell An evening candle light ceremony was performed in the Wenatchee, Washington, Central Christian Church August 20th when Nancy Marie Kovar, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edd Kovar of Wenatchee, and Lowell D. Messley, son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Messley of Buhl, Idaho, exchanged vows. Rev. David W. Nutting officiated at the double ring ceremony. The sanctuary of the church was decorated with tall baskets of blue and white gladioli flanking a white trellis interwoven with greenery. The candleabras held long blue tapers. The bride’s aisle was marked with satin bows. Mr. Richard Osborn of Lebanan, Oregon, sang “Oh Promise Me”, “The Wedding Prayer”, and “Until”. The bride entered the church upon the arm of her father, who gave her in marriage. She was lovely in an embroidered nylon tulle over taffeta gown, designed and made by her mother. The draped bodice section formed a cowl in the back. The waist was pointed .in the front, and had long sleeves. The bouffant skirt was floor length. Her finger tip veil was caught to a heart-shaped halo edged in tulle an d seed pearls. She carried a cascade bouquet of stephanotis with a removable pink elf rose bud corsage. Miss Kovar chose Miss Rae Aberin of Genesee, Idaho, as her maid of honor, and Miss Virginia Knuth as bridesmaid. Miss Mary Myers and Miss Barbara Dotson lighted the candles and also served as bridesmaids. All attendants wore floor length gowns of taffeta, fashioned after the bride’s gown. Miss Aherin’s gown was copen blue, Miss Knuth’s gown, party blue, and Miss Myers’ and Miss Dotson’s in baby blue. They all carried arm bouquets of blue and white gladioli tied with ice blue satin ribbon. All attendants wore matching mitts and headdresses. Mr. Messley chose his brother, Mr. Leman Messley of Eugene, Oregon, as his best man. Ushers were Duane Kovar, brother of the bride, Mr. Josef Palat of Wallawa, Oregon, and Mr. John Piper of Wenatchee. The men wore white dinner jackets. For her daughter’s wedding, Mrs. Kovar chose a gown of pink lace over taffeta, with which she wore navy accessories. The groom’s mother wore a dusty Pink gown with brown accessories. Both mothers wore rose bud corsages. The guest book was in charge of Miss Pat Hall while Mrs. George Buchanan and Miss Arlene Edwards arranged the gift table. The reception was held in the social room of the church. The white' tiered wedding cake, topped by miniature bride and groom was flanked on either side by flowered candlesticks of blue and white pom poms with pink elf roses, holding baby blue tapers. The punch bowl was festooned with blue daisies and pink rose buds. The cake was cut by Mrs. John Dow, grandmother of the bride, and Mrs. R. L. Knuth. Mrs. Leonard Edwards and Mrs. Russell Edwards, aunts of the bride, presided at the punch bowl. For her wedding trip to Canada, the bride wore a pink linen sheath dress with black accessories. The new Mrs. Messley is a graduate of Wenatchee High School and is a student at Northwest Christian College at Eugene, Oregon. Mr. Messley graduated from Buhl, Idaho, High School and is also attending Northwest Christian College. They will both continue their studies this fall. Among the out of town guests for the wedding were Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Kovar of Merriam, Kansas. | |
| 2997 |  | Marriage- Kovar, Rosie-Koci, Alfred Mr. Elfie [sic] Koci and Miss Rosie Kovar were married at Topeka last Tuesday, October 12th. | |
| 2998 |  | Marriage- Kovar, Tracy-Lysek, Frank Miss Tracy Kovar and Frank Lysek were united in marriage Saturday afternoon. | |
| 2999 |  | Marriage- Kovar, Viola-Gideon, Garland KOVAR—GIDEON Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Kovar announce the marriage of their daughter Viola to Mr. Garland Gideon of Emmett. The wedding was quietly solemnized Tuesday, March 3, at 6 p. m. at the Severns home in Utica, Nebr. The ceremony was read by Rev. Louis T. Kovar, a brother of the bride, now pastor of Utica, Presbyterian church. The bride was both lovely and attractive in a formal white gown with matching accessories and carried a bouquet of pink roses. Mrs. Gideon grew to womanhood in the vicinity of Rossville and Delia, and the groom is a prosperous farmer and grew to manhood in the vicinity of Emmett. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Gideon. Mr. and Mrs. Gideon left for a three weeks honeymoon trip to the Ozarks, Texas, Gulf of Mexico and Old Mexico. After their return they will reside on a farm near Emmett A 6 o’clock, wedding dinner was served the newlyweds at the Louis Kovar home in Utica, Neb. | |
| 3000 |  | Marriage- Kramer, Crystal-McCollough, Ross McCollough-Kramer Ross McCollough and Miss Crystal Kramer were united in marriage Monday by the pastor of the First Presbyterian church at Topeka and returned home yesterday. After the James Ross family move to Mississipi, Mr. and Mrs. McCollough will make their home on the Ross farm half mile west of Rossville. Mr. McCollough is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred McCollough and has lived here all his life. Mrs. McCollough is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Kramer of Horton. The young people have the best wishes of a large circle of friends for a happy married life. |
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