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| 3101 |  | Marriage- Matyak, Rachel-Forsberg, Terry Matyak-Forsberg Exchanged Vows Rachel Marie Matyak and Terry Lee Forsberg were united in holy matrimony Friday, June 19, 1998, at St Paul’s Lutheran Church in Topeka. Pastor John Emslie officiated the service at 7 p.m. The bride is the daughter of Richard and Melody Matyak, Delia. Parents of the groom are Robert and Susan Forsberg, Berryton. Crystal Matyak was her sister’s maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Tiffany Dominquez and Sue Hochstedler. Robert Moore was best man. Groom’s attendants were Chad Myrick and Harry Hammer III. Guests were seated by Russell Radefeld and Jack Sanders. Donna Moore, daughter of the best man, was the flower girl. Dusty Sanders was the ring bearer. Ashly Sanders and Kelsy Fath carried the bride’s train. Sharon Hanson was the bride’s wedding and makeup consultant. Attending the guest book and handing out bird seed were Jennifer Forsberg and Vicki Wobus. After exchanging the vows they had written, the couple lit the unity candle and were blessed by sharing the holy sacrament. A reception followed at Central Park Community Center. Melody Matyak was the reception hostess, assisted by Linda Hall, Teresa Douthart, Jennifer Forsberg and Vicki Wobus. Jennifer and Vicki also attended the gift table. Mrs. Forsberg graduated from Rossville High School and Kaw Area Tech School with a CNA/HHA license and Medical Secretary Certificate. She is employed by Three Rivers Independent Living Resource Center, Wamego. Mr. Forsberg graduated from Shawnee Heights High School and served 10 years in the National Guard. He is executive manager of Shimer’s Feed Store, which is family owned. The couple honeymooned on Marco Island in the Florida Keys and are at home in Topeka. | |
| 3102 |  | Marriage- Matyak, Roxann-Dreasher, James Mrs. James Dreasher Matyak-Dreasher Vows Exchanged in December Roxann M. Matyak and James Dreasher were married at 7:30 p.m. December 6, 1975 at the Rossville American Legion Post No. 31. The Reverend Norbert Wodtke officiated. The bride's parents are Mr. and Mrs. Paul F. Matyak of Delia, and the bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Orville Dreasher, Tecumseh. The couple was attended by Mrs. Dorothy Barnes, Topeka, and Gary Neff, Tecumseh. Mrs. Dreasher is a graduate of Rossville High School and Stormont-Vail School of Radiologic Technology. She is employed in the radiology department of Memorial Hospital. Mr. Dreasher was graduated from Highland Park High School and is self-employed at Dreasher Concrete Products. The couple will be at home after February 11 at 1201 E. Stanley Road in Tecumseh. | |
| 3103 |  | Marriage- Matyak, Shirley-Jenssen, David [Caption: Mrs. David Jenssen (Shirley Matyak)] Matynk-Jenssen Shirley M. Matyak and David W. Jenssen exchanged marriage vows at 2 p.m. Feb. 26 in the First Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. Paul Eppinger officiating. Parents of the bride are Mr. and Mrs. Frank A. Matyak and the bridegroom's parents are Mr. and Mrs. Donald D. Jenssen, Rossville. The bride was attended by Robyn Brooks and Denise Brinkmeyer; and Donna Jenssen, Rossville. Attending the bridegroom were Marlin Case, Eskridge; Ed Jenssen and Darryl Jenssen, Rossville; and Ed Thomas. Mrs. Jenssen was graduated from Topeka West High School and is employed by Washburn University. Mr. Jenssen is a graduate of Rossville High School and is employed by Topeka Metal Specialities. The couple is at home at 2333 Edgewater Ter. [From 1977] | |
| 3104 |  | Marriage- Mauderly, Nancy-Rezac, Dennis Mauderly-Rezac marriage vows exchanged Jan. 15 Nancy Ann Maudarly and Mr. Dennis L. Rezac exchanged marriage vows Jan. 15 at 2:30 p.m. in the United Methodist Church, Strong City. The Rev. Lloyd Cox, Topeka, uncle of the bride, performed the marriage. The bride, given in marriage by her father, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Park Mauderly, Strong City. The bridegroom’s parents are Mr. and Mrs. Delaine Rezac, St. Marys. Mrs. Allen Zimmermaan, of Sublette served as matron of honor. Bridesmatron was Mrs. William Martin, sister of the bride, Midwest City, Okla., and bridesmaid was Miss Nancy Kasitz, Westmoreland. The bride’s niece, Karen Martin, served as flower girl. Lynn Rezac, brother of the bridegroom, was best man. The groomsmen were Kenneth Rezac, brother of the bridegroom, and John Poppelreiter. All are from St. Marys. Taper lighters were Mrs. Bill Dohrman, St. Marys, and Mrs. Richard Hall of Anthony. Music for the wedding was furnished by Mrs. Charles Ireland, organist of Cottonwood Falls, and Robert Embry, Emporia, violist. Mrs. Burton Buchman of Burdick sang “Walk Hand and Hand with Me,” and “The Lord’s Prayer.” Ushers were Joe Mauderly, brother of the bride, Albuquerque, N.M., and Larry Dohrman, St. Marys. Cheryl Mauderly, Albuquerque, attended the guest book. Assisting at the reception were: Mrs. Duane Grush, Miss Rita Thurston, Cimmaron; Mrs. Howard Blender, Emporia; Mrs. Carolyn Olson, Marion; Miss Cindy Bussett, Manhattan; Mrs. Bill DeDonder, St. Marys; Mrs. Lillifred Hansen, Strong City; and Mr. and Mrs. Keith Mountain, Topeka. The couple will reside in St. Marys. | |
| 3105 |  | Marriage- Maupin, Marlyn-Olson, John MAUPIN—OLSON Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Maupin of Silver Lake, announce the marriage of their daughter, Marlyn Jean, to Mr. John Francis Olson, son of Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Olson of Silver Bake. The marriage was solemnized in a candle light ceremony, Thursday evening, March 22, at 6:30 at the home of the bride’s parents. The Rev. Earl O. Harbour read the double ring service before a background of Spring flowers and tall white tapers in tiered seven-branch candelabra. Preceding the ceremony, the candles were lighted by Miss Ermyl Reeder and Mrs. William C. Craig. Both were dressed in navy blue ensembles and wore corsages of pink rosebuds. Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a dove-gray suit with navy accessories and carried a white Bible centered with a white orchid. Miss Beth Shafer, the bride's only attendant, wore a brown and white checked suit with cocoa brown accessories and a shoulder bouquet of yellow roses. The brides’ twin brother, Mr. Theron L. Maupin served as best man for Mr. Olson. A small reception was held after the ceremony. The lace-covered table was centered with a tiered wedding cake at each end were white candles in crystal holders. Miss June Snavely cut the cake and the bride’s aunt Mrs. Joe Navarre, poured. Assisting with the serving were Miss Joyce Navarre, Miss Marvalie Tibbs and Miss Clara Wade. For her daughter’s wedding Mrs. Maupin wore a navy printed crepe with black accessories and a corsage of white carnations. Mrs. Olson wore a green printed crepe with brown accessories and a corsage of white carnations. Following the reception, the couple left on a short wedding trip. The bride is employed by the State Commission of Revenue and Taxation in Topeka and the groom will be stationed with the Army at Fort Lawton, Washington, after April 4. | |
| 3106 |  | Marriage- McAdams, Margaret-Patterson, Eddie Announcement was made this week of the marriage of Miss Margaret McAdams, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H.L. McAdams, proprietors of the Golden Belt Cafe, to Mr. Eddie Patterson of Mayetta. The young people were quietly married in Alma on October 20. | |
| 3107 |  | Marriage- McCallister, Sara-Weybrew, Paul Sara Denice McCallister Paul Martin Weybrew McCallister-Weybrew Sara Denice McCallister and Paul Martin Weybrew were married Oct. 30, 1993, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Topeka. The Rev. John Erickson officiated. The bride is the daughter of Kenneth E. McCallister, Waldport, Ore., and Norma F. Anderson, Marion. The groom is the son of Calvin and Helen Lytle, Rossville, and the late Martin G. Weybrew Jr. Attending the bride were Dana Mees, Cody, Wyo.; Susie Brown, Eudora; Vicki Garner, Katie, Texas; and Barbara Weybrew, Berryton. Attending the groom were Rich Christie, Topeka; Mark Schuetz, Coffeyville; Kevin Cowan, Lawrence; and Tony Trimble, Onaga. Ring bearer was Hunter Wehner, Rossville. Flower girl was Lindsey Blankenship, Overland Park. Candle- lighters were Betsy Lytle, Rossville, and Courtney Blankenship, Overland Park. Ushers were Vince Berry, Rossville; Michael Bird and Joe Donovan, both of Topeka; and John Fulmer, Kansas City, Kan. Music was provided by Bob Broxterman, Topeka; and Sandy Wichman and Patrick Lytle, both of Rossville. The bride is a graduate of McPherson High School. She has a business degree from Emporia State University and is employed with Jostens, Topeka. The groom is a graduate of Rossville High School. He has a finance and economics degree from Washburn University and is employed with Jostens, Topeka. | |
| 3108 |  | Marriage- McClain, Henrietta-Preble, Walter Mr. and Mrs. Roy McClain announce the marriage of their daughter, Henrietta to Mr. Walter C. Preble Jr. of Scandia, Kansas, on Feb. 16. | |
| 3109 |  | Marriage- McClain, Letha-Reser, Harold McClain-Reser Mr. and Mrs. Roy McClain announce the marriage of their eldest daughter, Letha, to Mr. Harold T. Reser, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Monterville Reser. The wedding ceremony was performed at the Riley, Kansas, Methodist parsonage by the Rev. Wright M. Horton. The bridal attendants were the bridegroom’s sister and brother, Miss Rosalie Reser and Mr. Lawrence Reser. The bride was lovely in a frock of soldier-blue silk crepe with wine, accessories. She wore a shoulder corsage of talisman roses. Her only ornament was a gold and crystal necklace. Mr. and Mrs. Reser left immediately after the wedding for a short honeymoon trip to points in Nebraska, Iowa and Missouri. Mrs. Reser is a graduate of the Rossville high school, and for the past two years was assistant postmaster in the Rossville post office. Mr. Reser is a progressive young farmer in the Rossville community. Mr. and Mrs. Reser will be at home to their friends on the farm west of town. | |
| 3110 |  | Marriage- McClain, Shelley-Braden, Roger Mrs. Roger Braden McClain-Braden Vows Exchanged Shelley Ann McClain and Roger Alan Braden exchanged marriage vows at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, May 26th at the Rossville United Methodist Church in a ceremony officiated by Rev. Paul Mitchell. Parents of the bride are Mr. and Mrs. Luther McClain, Rossville, and parents of the groom are Mr. and Mrs. Duane Braden, Wakefield. Wedding music was furnished by Miss Jeline Kelsey, organist, Mary Fangman, guitarist, and Kathy Orm, vocalist. Candlelighters were LeAnn Braden and Christine Peng. The flower girl was Miss Kaylyn Carpenter. The bride wore a princessline gown of white silk organza. Swiss guipure lace enhanced the portrait neckline and brief sleeves. A ruffle-flounced skirt swept to a chapel train. A camelot caplet of matching lace held her waist length veil of illusion. She carried a short cascade of pink sweetheart roses, soft yellow mini-carnations, white daisies and baby’s breath with ivy streamers. The aisle was lined with candelabra decorated with bows and ivy streamers. The bride’s attendants were Sheryl Gudenkauf, Janet Siler, and Linda Babcock. Attending the groom were Mr. Jerry Braden, Jeff Conrow and Mark Reed. Serving as ushers were Mike Braden, Gary Carpenter and Jim Simonson. A reception in the Jimmy Lillard Post #31 followed the ceremony. Miss Marcia Immenschuh was in charge of the guest book. Assisting at the reception were Roxann Matyak, Darcy Kohl, and Beverely Kiehl. Mr. and Mrs. Terry French and Brenda Heifner helped with the gifts. Lisa Pelfrey and Karen Preble handed out programs and rice bags at the church. After a wedding trip the couple will live at 1627 Laramie in Manhattan. The bride is a senior at Kansas State University. Mr. Braden is a graduate of Kansas State and is employed by the University. | |
| 3111 |  | Marriage- McClung, Shari-Thompson, Nels McClung-Thompson Shari Nanette McClung and Nels Joseph Thompson exchanged marriage vows at 5 p.m. Oct. 28 in Tecumseh United Methodist Church with the Rev. Willard Baker officiating. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Gary S. McClung, Topeka, and Eleanor Thompson, Delia. | |
| 3112 |  | Marriage- McCollough, Freda-Zemek, Anthony McCollough-Zemek Vows Exchanged Freda Viola McCollough, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred McCollough, Rossville, became the bride of Anthony Zemek, son of Mr. and Mrs. Francis Zemek, St. Marys, at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 7, in the Immaculate Conception Church, St. Marys, Kansas. The Rev. Edward Thro S.J. officiated at the double ring ceremony. Mrs. George Verschelden, soloist, and Mrs. Joe Ronsse, organist, provided the nuptial music. Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a princess style floor length sheath of rosepoint lace over taffeta with long sleeves and a scalloped neckline embroidered with pearls. A sleeveless taffeta coat with bows at the shoulders, finished with appliques of rose- point lace, extended into a chapel train. Her waist length veil of imported silk illusion was held by a cluster of seed pearls. She carried a cascade of red roses. Judy McCollough, sister of the bride, was maid of honor. Mrs. Jerry Fox, sister of the groom and Mrs. Robert Tripp, sister of the bride, were brides-matrons. Janice Zemek, sister of the groom, and Rhonda Berry were junior bridesmaids. Jerry Fox, brother-in-law of the groom, was best man. Don Perry, cousin of the groom and Ralph Lundin were groomsmen. Ricky Davis of Rossville carried the rings. Servers were Jay Self of Bethel, and Randy Haug of Kansas City, cousins of the groom. Ushers were Tom Meyer and John Ronsse. The reception was held im-mediately following the cere-mony at the Perish Hall. Mrs. Louis Streeter of Topeka, cut the cake, Mrs. Ray Tetuon of Topeka served the punch with Mrs. Darrell Ellis, also of Topeka, assisting. Presiding at the guest book was Vicki Ingenthron of Topeka, cousin of the groom. Gifts were opened by Diana Cowan, Judy and Bonnie Fauerbach of Rossville. A brunch was served after the reception for relatives and the wedding party. The bride, a graduate of Rossville Rural High School and Clark’s School of Business is employed by Victory Life Insurance Co. in Topeka. The groom is a graduate of St. Mary’s High School and is employed by Capital Marble and Tile Co. of Topeka. They are living in an apartment in Rossville. | |
| 3113 |  | Marriage- McCollough, Judy-Lundin, Ralph McCollough-Lundin Judy Marie McCollough exchanged marriage vows with Ralph Lundin July 29 in Immaculate Conception Church, St. Marys. The 10 a.m. nuptial mass was read by the Rev. A.H. Schulz. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Fred I. McCollough, Rossville, Mrs. Kermit Patton, Delia, and Marlin Lundin, Topeka. The bride wore a floor-length sheath gown of silk organza over taffeta styled with a yoke and bell-shaped sleeves of scalloped Chantilly lace. The chapel-length train was of matching lace. A designer's rose held her shoulder-length veil, and she carried a cascade of white sweetheart roses and stephanotis. Mrs. Anthony Zemek, St. Marys, attended her sister as matron of honor. Bridesmaids were another sister, Mrs. Robert Tripp, and Jean Stiles, both of Rossville. June Ellen Lundin, Delia, and Rhonda Berry, Rossville, were junior bridesmaids. Lori Ann Lundin, Delia, was flower girl, and Rodney Davis, Rossville, carried the rings. Darrel Lundin, Delia, attended his brother as best man, and groomsmen were Anthony Zemek, St. Marys, and Tom Meyers. Ushers were George Lundin, Delia, and Robert Tripp, Rossville. A reception in the Centennial building, St. Marys, followed the wedding. The bride is a graduate of Rossville High School and is employed by Security Benefit Life Insurance Co. Mr. Lundin was graduated from Delia High School and is employed by Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. | |
| 3114 |  | Marriage- McCollough, Winifred-Anderson, Theodore Miss Winifred McCollough, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E.P. [sic] McCollough, was united in marriage at noon Wednesday to Mr. Theodore Anderson, at Phoenix, Arizona. | |
| 3115 |  | Marriage- McConnell, Ruby-Lawrence, Roscoe McConnell-Lawrence The marriage of Miss Ruby McConnell, only daughter, of Mrs. Emma McConnell, and Mr. Roscoe Lawrence was quietly solemnized Saturday morning at 11:30 at the home of the bride. Rev. G.G. Horne, of Topeka, performed the ceremony, in the presence of the immediate relatives and a few friends. Before the ceremony, Miss Grace Sanders sang "I Love You Truly," accompanied at the piano by Miss Kathleen Pelfrey. The bride wore a wedding gown of blue crepe, made on princess lines with puff sleeves and grey accessories and carried a lovely bouquet of roses. Miss Grace Sanders acted as bridesmaid and wore a frock or rose crepe and carried a large bouquet of sweet peas. Mr. Warner Rogers was the best man. Immediately following the ceremony a wedding luncheon was served. Covers were laid for Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence, Rev. and Mrs. G.G. Horne, of Topeka; J.D. Lawrence; Miss Lois Lawrence, Miss Grace Sanders, Miss Kathleen Pelfrey, Mr. Warner Rogers, Mrs. Emma McConnell, John and James McConnell. Mrs. Lawrence was a graduate with the class of 1930, from Rossville High school, and was active in all school and church activities. Mr. Lawrence is a young farmer and has grown to manhood in this community. The bride and groom left after dinner for a short wedding trip to Kansas City. Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence will be at home on a farm 4 1/2 miles northeast of Rossville. [From Mar 1933] | |
| 3116 |  | Marriage- McCoy, Linda-Seitz, Albert McCoy-Seitz Vows Are Told Linda Ann McCoy, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert S. McCoy, Rossville, and Mr. Albert J. Seitz, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Seitz, St. Marys, were united in marriage at 9:30 a.m., Apr. 11, in the Immaculate Conception Church, St. Marys. Rev. Edward Thro, S.J., read the Nuptial Mass. Mrs. Joe Ronsse, organist, and Mrs. George Verschelden, vocalist, furnished the music. The bride’s ballerina-length white Chantilly lace gown was fashioned with long tapered sleeves, scalloped neckline and a full skirt accented with pleated tulle. A crown of sequins and pearls held the fingertip-length veil. She carried a cascade bouquet of pink roses and white feathered carnations. Attending the bride were Mrs. Wayne Sebring and Miss Lois McCoy, sisters of the bridegroom and bride. Both wore romance blue taffeta dresses with matching veils, accented with pink flowers, and carried colonial bouquets of pink and white carnations. The bridegroom’s attendants were his brother, William J. Seitz, and a cousin, Richard E. Meyer, both of St. Marys. The ushers were Kenneth A. Meyer and Lorain Schumaker, St. Marys. A reception-followed the ceremony in the Centennial Hall in St. Marys. Miss Mary K. Seitz, sister of the bridegroom, Carolyn Stratton and Barbara Spears, cousins of the bride, assisted at the bride’s table. Donna Stratton, a cousin of the bride, was in charge of the guest book. Others assisting with the reception were Jean Nadeau, Linda Rezac, Carol Rafferty, Mrs. John G. McNay and Mrs. John Ramey. Both Mr. and Mrs. Seitz are employed in Topeka, the bride by Hallmark Cards; the bridegroom by McGrath Engineering Inc. Mr. Seitz will be stationed at Ft. Leonard Wood, Mo., for six months training with the Army. | |
| 3117 |  | Marriage- McCoy, Lois-Lacock, Thomas Lois McCoy & Tom Lacock married in Palm ceremony Lois LaVon McCoy daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert S. McCoy, and Thomas P. Lacock, son of Mrs. William Lacock and the late Mr. Lacock, were married at 3:00 p.m. April 7th in the Rossville Methodist Church. The Rev. Don Jones officiated at the double ring ceremony. Nuptial music was furnished by Mrs. Joe Campbell, organist. She also accompanied Carol Adams, soloist, who sang The Wedding Prayer. For her wedding the bride chose a floor length gown of Chantilly lace. The bodice featured a scalloped sabrina neckline and front trim of seed pearls and sequins. Rosettes accented the back waistline. Her finger-tip length vail edged with lace fall from a crown of pleated nylon trimmed with seed pearls and sequins. She carried a colonial bouquet of pink roses. Attending the bride were her sister, Mrs. Albert J. Seitz, St. Marys, and her cousin, Miss Barbara Jean Spears, Topeka. They wore identical street - length dresses of pink chiffon covered with white nylon lace. The bodices featured draped midriffs trimmed with roses. The bride’s attendants carried colonial bouquets of pink carnations and Easter lilies. Sharon Irene Seitz, St. Marys, niece of the bride, was flower girl. She wore a pink nylon dress with white lace trim. The ring bearer was Bobby Finny, of Topeka. James Lacock, brother of the bridegroom, served as best man; and another brother, Clinton Lacock, was groomsman. Miss Janet Hause, Rossville, was in charge of the guest book. Ushers were J. W. Adams, Rossville, and James Henderson, Topeka. A reception was held following the wedding at the Rossville Community Center. Those assisting were Mrs. Arch Cowger, Soldier, Mrs. Clinton Lacock, Topeka, Lois Jones, Topeka, Carolyn Stratton, Louisville, Mrs. Scott Kelsey, Charlene Perry, Marie Stiles, and Sharon Viergever, all of Rossville. Both the bride and groom are graduates of Rossville High School. The bride attended Clark’s. School of Business and is now employed by the Kansas State Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Lacock attended Washburn University and is now employed by Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company. After a honeymoon in Texas, the couple will live in Topeka at 1610 Lincoln. | |
| 3118 |  | Marriage- McCoy, Sarah-Wyatt, Uriah Uriah Wyatt and Miss Sarah McCoy both of Delia were married June 15th in Kansas City. | |
| 3119 |  | Marriage- McDiffett, Patti-Meade, Charles Mrs. Charles U. Meade Jr. (Patti Jean McDiffett) McDiffett-Meade At her wedding to Charles U. Meade Jr., Patti Jean McDiffett carried a linen handkerchief belonging to her great-aunt, Mrs. Lial Bunger. The handkerchief was brought from India 50 years ago by Miss Francis Bunger, a missionary, and is traditionally carried by brides of the family. Miss McDiffett and Mr. Meade exchanged marriage vows at 7 p.m. Friday in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Marys. The Rev. John Murphy officiated, and candlelighters were Michael Foresman, Silver Lake, and Gene Foresman, St. Marys. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Pat J. McDiffett, Silver Lake, and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Meade, Rossville. The bride wore a bouffant gown of white Chantilace fashioned with pearl-trimmed, scalloped sabrina neckline and bridal point sleeves. The skirt, formed of scalloped lace ruffles, extended to a cathedral-length train. Her bouffant veil was held by a forward headpiece of Chantilace, and she carried a cascade of miniature white carnations and pink roses centered with a rosary, gift of the bridegroom. Beverly Gail Huske, Topeka, was maid of honor and Joleen Parr, Rossville, was bridesmaid. Twin flower girl and ring bearer were Lisa Pelfrey and Leslie Pelfrey, Rossville. David Parr, Topeka, was best man and James Lemon, Topeka, served as groomsman. The bride’s brother, Robert McDiffett, Topeka, and John Lindstrom, Silver Lake, ushered. A reception in the Centennial Building in St. Marys followed the ceremony. After a honeymoon in Oklahoma, the couple will live at 507 Orange St., Rossville. Mrs. Meade was graduated from Silver Lake High School and is employed by Hallmark Cards, Inc. Mr. Meade, a graduate of Rossville High School, is employed by Henry Manufacturing Co. | |
| 3120 |  | Marriage- McElvain, Ethel-Umscheid, Paul Miss Ethel Josephine McElvain, of St. Marys, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A.E. McElvain, and Paul Umscheid, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Umscheid of Flush, were married at the Immaculate Conception church in St. Marys, Tuesday, September 10th, at 7 o'clock a.m. The bride was beautifully attired in a gown of white satin, and wore a small white hat with a short veil, and carried an arm bouquet of pink roses. She was attended by her sister, Miss Rosemary McElvain, who wore a rose colored silk crepe dress and a picture hat and carried a mixed bouquet. Harold Umscheid, brother of the groom, was the best man. Following the ceremony, a breakfast was served at the home of the bride's parents, the guests being the immediate relatives of the bride and groom. The bride is a graduate of St. Marys high school and St. Francis Hospital nursing school in Topeka. She has been employed at the S.B.A. hospital in Topeka and has also assisted at Genn hospital in Wamego. The groom attended the St. Joseph's high school at Flush and is now manager of the Aero oil station in Wamego. The left for a honeymoon trip to the Ozarks and upon their return will reside in Wamego in the Clifford Huey residence on Vine Street. -Wamego Reporter Mrs. Umscheid is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. M.S. Elvain of this city. [From 19 Sep 1935] --- Banns for the marriage of Miss Ethel McElvain of this city and Paul Umscheid of Wamego were published last Sunday in the Immaculate Conception church. The wedding will take place Tuesday morning, September 17th. -St. Marys Star. Miss McElvain is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred McElvain and a granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. M.S. McElvain of this city. [From 12 Sep 1935] | |
| 3121 |  | Marriage- McGeeney, Tami-Stum, Mick Tami Sue McGeeney Mick J. Stum McGeeney-Stum Tami Sue McGeeney and Mick J. Stum exchanged marriage vows Dec. 7, 1996, at Rossville Christian Church. The Rev. Bob Sieh officiated at the 6 p.m. ceremony. Parents of the bride are Mr. and Mrs. Bruce W. Guffey, Lawrence, and David W. McGeeney, Meriden. Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur F. Stum Jr., Rossville, are parents of the bridegroom. Debbie Coda, Overland Park, was her sister’s matron of honor. The bridesmaids were Maria Oroke, Tonganoxie, and Cheri Drake, Heather Johanning and Belinda Maples, all of Lawrence. Matt Badsky, Manhattan, was best man. The groomsmen were Toby Johnson, Rossville; Shane Jacobsen, Mayetta; Donnie McMasters, Western, Neb.; and Monty Patton, Oskaloosa. The flower girl was Courtney Jo Coda, Overland Park. The ushers were Jeff Meyers, Parcell, Okla.; Kelley Miller, Topeka; and Jimmy Clay, Lansing. The bride’s personal attendant was Roberta Malburg, Linwood. Julie Neuschaffer, Lawrence, was at the guest book. Programs were given to the guests by Jeanette Baze, Oskaloosa. The gift attendants were Toni Merrill, St. George, and Lisa Stum, Rossville, aunt of the groom. A reception, dinner and dance followed at American Legion Post No. 31 in Rossville. The reception attendants were Leota Wyatt, Topeka, and Karen Braden, Lawrence, aunts of the bride; Carolyn Jacobsen, Herington, aunt of the groom; and Vicki Jacobsen, Mayetta. The bride is a graduate of Lawrence High School. She is an administrative assistant for BG Consultants Inc. in Lawrence. The bridegroom is a graduate of Rossville High School. He is a member of Laborers Union Local No. 264 and is employed by Walton Construction of Kansas City, Mo. The couple live in Lawrence. | |
| 3122 |  | Marriage- McGinnis, Danielle-Schuetz, Thomas 1 Mrs. Thomas Arthur Schuetz | |
| 3123 |  | Marriage- McGinnis, Danielle-Schuetz, Thomas 2 McGinnis-Schuetz Wedding Held July 1 in Rossville Danielle Rae McGinnis and Thomas Arthur Schuetz exchanged marriage vows Friday, July 1, in the Rossville United Methodist Church. The Rev. Deborah Ackman officiated the double ring ceremony. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Charles Nolan McGinnis, Rossville, and Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Schuetz, Hiawatha. Attending the bride were her sisters, Stephanie Hoffman, Topeka, and Leslie McGinnis, Rossville. They wore yellow polyester gowns with lace trimmed cap sleeves flowing from the round neckline. They wore yellow and white daisy mums in their hair and carried nosegays of yellow and white daisy mums with baby's breath. The groom's daughter, Jennifer, and the bride's niece, Traci Hoffman, were flower girls and wore yellow dresses identical to those of the attendants. The girls carried baskets containing yellow and white rose petals. The groom was attended by John Wilkerson and Dick Floyd, both of Topeka. Monte McGinnis, brother of the bride, served as usher and candlelighter. Ring bearer David Channel, Rossville, carried a white satin pillow edged with lace. Organist Ruth Rogers, Rossville, accompanied Randy Dick, also of Rossville, as he sang "The Lord's Prayer" and "Wedding Song." The bride chose a gown of white organza. Re-embroidered lace framed the slit neckline, and trimmed the full bishop sleeves. The full, circular skirt flowed into a chapel length, with lace encircling the hem. A fingertip length veil of white illusion edged in lace, held by a bandeau headpiece completed her wedding attire. Her jewelry was a delicate gold chain and diamond earrings. She carried a cascade of yellow roses and baby's breath. With this, she held a Bible belonging to her mother which was used in her wedding, and a handkerchief carried by her grandmother, Mrs. Glenn Wright of Mankato, at her wedding 50 years ago. The groom wore a white Seville tuxedo with a yellow rose boutonniere. The other men in the wedding party wore mint green Seville tuxedos also with yellow boutonnieres. The bride's mother chose a yellow double-knit gown with a lace trimmed chiffon cape. The groom's mother wore a blue double-knit gown. Both wore daisy mum corsages. The bride was escorted to the altar by her father and given in marriage by her parents. The altar was decorated with candelabra and floral arrangements of yellow and white daisy mums and baby's breath. The pews were marked with brass candles and white bows. The couple presented their mothers with long stemmed yellow roses at the close of the ceremony. Sandra Lister, Rossville, a friend and former classmate of the bride, was seated at the guest book. A reception was hosted by the McGinnises in the Mainstreeter Club. The bride's table was covered with a white lace cloth and decorated with yellow and white daisy mum floral arrangements around white candles. The four-tiered wedding cake was decorated with yellow roses. Serving at the reception table were Janice Schuetz, the groom's sister-in-law, and Mary Channel and Helen Thompson, friends of the couple. The bride's aunts, Merna Keeler, Formoso, and Patricia Wright, Washington, assisted by their daughters, Julie Keeler, and Kelli and Sammi Wright, were in charge of the gift table. Mrs. Schuetz is a graduate of Rossville High School and Kan Area Vocational Technical School. She is employed by Drs. Preston, Bridwell, McClellan and Cozine. Mr. Schuetz is a graduate of Hiawatha High School and Washburn University. He served four years in the Navy and is currently employed by Essex Wire Corporation as a warehouse supervisor. The couple is at home at 4420 S.W. 61st in Topeka. | |
| 3124 |  | Marriage- McGrath, Peg-Wehner, John 3 Mrs. John L. Wehner | |
| 3125 |  | Marriage- McGrath, Peggy-Wehner, John 1 Are married on May 27 at Sacred Heart Church | |
| 3126 |  | Marriage- McGrath, Peggy-Wehner, John 2 McGrath-Wehner Holy Cross Catholic Church, Emmett, was the setting for the wedding of Peggy McGrath to John L. Wehner. The vows were read at 10 a.m. July 22 by the Rev. John Croughwell. Greg DeVader and Jerry McGrath, brother of the bride, were servers. The bride’s parents are Mr. and Mrs. Joe A. McGrath, Emmett. Mr. Wehner is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John A. Wehner, Rossville. The bride wore a floor-length Empire gown of silk organza over peau de soie trimmed with re-embroidered Chantilly lace motifs and bands of venise lace, The chapel train, was fastened at the waist with two small bows. Her fingertip-length veil was caught to a forward cluster of organza petals edged with seed pearls and crystals. She carried a cascade of red roses. Mrs. James McGrath, Topeka, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Patty McGrath, sister of the bride, and Delores Boling. Rhonda Liening, Topeka, was flower girl, and Jay McGrath, Topeka, was ring bearer. Bob Wehner, Rossville, was his brother’s best man and groomsmen were the bride’s brother, Jim McGrath, Topeka, and Tom Meyer St. Marys. Ushers were Carl Farley, Rossville, and Terry Ungenheuer, Maple Hill. A reception in the church hall followed the ceremony. After a short wedding trip the couple is at home at 431 Pearl, Rossville. The bride is a graduate of St. Marys High School. Mr. Wehner, a graduate of Rossville High School; attended Kansas State College of Pittsburg. He is employed as manager of Wehner’s IGA and Western Auto in Rossville. | |
| 3127 |  | Marriage- McGue, Victoria-Ratzloff, Keith McGue-Ratzloff Vows Exchanged For her marriage to Keith L. Ratzloff, Victoria McGue carried a bouquet of yellow roses and bittersweet and wore bittersweet in her hair. She wore a beige crepe dress made with Empire bodice, long full sleeves and full skirt. The couple was married at 7 p.m. Jan. 9 in First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Dr. Ewart G. Watts officiating. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Peter L. McGue, Topeka, Mrs. Edward Kerens, Huchinson, and Alfred Ratzloff, Pueblo, Colo. The bride’s attendants were Dianne Huber and Cindy Fraser, Belleville. Best man was the bridegrooms’s brother, Donald Ratzloff, Hutchinson, and Marc Hillmer. Guests were seated by Larry Parnell and Marc Hillmer. A reception in the church followed the ceremony. After a wedding trip to Denver, Mr. and Mrs. Ratzloff are at home at 1319 W. 19th St., Lawrence. Victoria McGue and Keith L. Ratzloff were the guests of honor at a luncheon today following their wedding rehearsal. The luncheon was given by Mr. Ratzloff’s mother, Mrs. Edward Kerens of Hutchinson in the Ramada Inn Downtown. Invited guests were: Miss McGue and Mr. Ratzloff, Mr. and Mrs. Kerens of Hutchinson; Mr. and Mrs. Peter McGue, Mr. and Mrs. Ron Ratzloff, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Martin, the Rev. Dr. and Mrs. Ewart Watts, Cindy Frazier, Diane Hubert and Marc Hillner. Miss McGue and Mr. Ratzloff will exchange vows at 7 p.m. Saturday in the First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Dr. Watts officiating. | |
| 3128 |  | Marriage- McGuire, Josephine-Voelker, Pius McGUIRE-VOELKER Mr. and Mrs. Henry McGuire of Delia, announce the marriage of their daughter Josephine to Pius Voelker of Delia. The marriage occurred on Tuesday, September 21, and was quietly colemnized at 8 a. m., at the Sacred Heart church in Delia. The bride was attended by Miss Virginia Voelker of Topeka, a niece of the groom. The groom was attended by Clarence McGuire, brother of the bride. The bride wore a dress of blue crepe trimmed in lace with black accessories and carried an arm bouquet of gladiolas and fern. The bridesmaid wore a dress of pink taffeta with black accessories and carried an arm bouquet of gladiolas and white roses. A wedding dinner was served at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry McGuire. Those attending the dinner were Mr. and Mrs. Voelker, Mr. and Mrs. Pius Voelker, Mr. and Mrs. Henry McGuire, all of Delia; Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Knisley, Mr. and Mrs. Leo Voelker and family all of Topeka; Mr. and Mrs. Paul Voelker and family of Hoyt; Mr. and Mrs. Gollus Voelker and family of Willard; Mr. and Mrs. Francis Bowers of Delia; Mrs. Lois McConnell of Rossville. Evening callers were Miss Ada Brashear, Robert Burgett of Delia; A. G. McConnell and Junior of Rossville; Mr. and Mrs. Voelker will make their home north of Delia. | |
| 3129 |  | Marriage- McGuire, Ruth-French, Laird 1 McGuire- French Vows Exchanged May 18 The marriage of Ruth Claire McGuire, Topeka, and Laird L. French was solemnized at the Rossville Methodist Church at 8 p.m. May 18. Rev. Don Jones officiated at the ceremony. The couple was attended by Mrs. Richard Lindquist of Topeka and Frank Wood of Rossville. The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clyde McGuire, Topeka, Mrs. French is a 1958 graduate of St. Marys High School. Mr. French, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Howard French of Rossville, is a 1958 graduate of Rossville High School. The couple will live near Rossville where Mr. French is engaged in farming with his father. | |
| 3130 |  | Marriage- McGuire, Ruth-French, Laird 2 McGuire-French Vows Exchanged Mr. and Mrs. Clyde McGuire, Topeka, announce the marriage of their daughter, Ruth Claire, to Laird L. French, son of Mr. and Mrs. Howard French, Rossville. The marriage was solemnized by the Rev. Don Jones at the Rossville Methodist Church at 8 p.m. May 18. Attending the couple were Mrs. Richard Lind-quist, Topeka, and Frank Wood, Rossville. Mrs. French is a 1958 graduate of St. Marys High School. Mr. French was graduated from Rossville High School in 1958. The couple will live near Rossville where Mr. French is engaged in farming with his father. | |
| 3131 |  | Marriage- McKown, Disca-Kovar, Earl McKown-Kovar Vows in Liberty, Mo. Mr. and Mrs. James H. McKown of Liberty, Missouri, announce the marriage of their daughter, Disca Ann, to Earl Eugene Kovar, of Rossville. Mr. Kovar is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Pete Kovar. The double ring ceremony was solemnized at 10 o'clock Saturday morning, June 18th, at the Second Baptist Church in Liberty by the Rev. W.C. Link, Jr. in the presence of the immediate families. The bride wore a white dotted swiss nylon and organdy waltz-length gown and a finger-tip veil of illusion. She carried a white orchid and blue lace handkerchief. Her neckline was a cameo. The maid of honor was Miss Betty Kovar, sister of the groom. Miss Kovar wore a blue dress and a corsage of white roses. Mr. Robert Rafferty of Topeka, Kansas, was the best man for his brother-in-law. A small reception was held at the church with Mrs. James Mihlhauser, sister of the bride, and Mrs. Robert Rafferty, sister of the groom, serving, Miss Bonnie Mace of Liberty presided at the guest book. The couple left for a short honeymoon in the Ozarks. Mr. Kovar returned to Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and Mrs. Kovar returned to work at Research Hospital in Kansas City where she is evening supervisor. [From 14 Jul 1955] | |
| 3132 |  | Marriage- McLain, Amber-Huske, Jeffrey [Caption: Amber Colleen McLain ; Jeffrey Eugene Huske] McLain-Huske Amber Colleen McLain and Jeffrey Eugene Huske were united in marriage at 2 p.m. May 9, 1998, at the Old Stone Church in Maple Hill. The Rev. Deron Johnson officiated. The bride is the daughter of Charles A. McLain of Topeka and Georgia E. Stark of Rossville. Parents of the bridegroom are Roy F. Huske Jr. and Teresa J. Raines, both of Ottawa. Joi L. Ridder, Topeka, was her sister's matron of honor. The bridesmaids were Lau Ray C. McLain, St. Marys, and Michelle L. Wood, Delia. Kali M. Willford, Topeka, daughter of the bride, was the junior maid of honor. Lonnie Russell, Topeka, was best man. The groomsmen were the groom's brothers, Lynn Ball of Centropolis and Justin Huske of Topeka. Emily McCall, Topeka, was the flower girl. Wendy White, Topeka, was the bride's personal attendant and wedding coordinator. The reception attendants were Laurie Jones, Sally Bolton and Cecelia McCall, all of Topeka, and Kim Van Vleck, Rossville. The bride is a graduate of Rossville High School and attended Washburn University. She is a pharmacy technician at Care Pharmacy in Topeka. The groom is a graduate of Washburn Rural High School. He is employed by Interior Contractors in Topeka as a plasterer. After a wedding trip to Missouri, the couple are at home in Topeka. | |
| 3133 |  | Marriage- McLain, LauRay-Crosswhite, Darrell 1 LauRay Cherise McLain and Darrell Dean Crosswhite exchanged marriage vows on October 20, 1979, at 6:00 in the evening. The Reverend Bob Sieh officiated at the candlelight ceremony held in the Rossville Christian Church. LauRay is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles McLain, Rossville. Darrell is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Crosswhite, Jr., Orange Park, Fla. Attending the bride was Virginia McCall, aunt of the bride, maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Sheila Salfrank, Maple Hill, and Donna Womack, Rossville. The attendants wore matching floor-length dresses of burgundy rose printed, cotton voile, with scoop necklines, leg of mutton sleeves, v-shaped waistlines, pioneer skirts with a large ruffle at the hem. They were accented with ivory lace trim and burgundy velvet ribbon. All wore flowers in their hair and each carried a long stemmed burgundy rose. John Fleming, friend of the groom, was the best man. Rusty Stetzil and Keith Shea, friends of the groom, were attendants. All wore Army dress greens. The boutonnieres were white tipped burgundy carnations. The groom wore his Army dress greens. His boutonniere was a white rose with baby’s breath. The bride’s brother, Chip McLain, and the bride’s uncle, Tim McCall, were ushers. Blake Meyer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Meyer, Rossville, was ringbearer. Flower girl, Angela Wehner, friend of the bride, wore a dress matching those of the bridemaids and carried a white eyelet, lace basket with burgundy ribbon, made by the bride’s mother, she dropped burgundy rose petals in the aisle. Stuart Smith, cousin of the bride, and Brad Wege, friend of the couple, were candlelighters. Rita Umshied, Wamego, and Sheila Conlee, Ogden, friends of the bride, attended the guest book. Singers at the wedding were all classmates of the bride. Mark Brooks and Laurie Lutz started the ceremony with “The Wedding Song,” followed by Jeff Taylor, cousin of the bride, who played his guitar and sang “You Take My Breath Away.” The bride then sang “Colour My World,” to the groom after the unity candle was lit. Ruth Newsham and Mark Brooks sang “We’ve Only Just Begun,” after the rings were exchanged. | |
| 3134 |  | Marriage- McLain, LauRay-Crosswhite, Darrell 2 The bride was given in marriage by her father and mother. She wore a gown of white Qiana knit trimmed with Venice lace overlaying the bodice. The bodice featured a keyhole necldine with choker of fabric and lace. An overlay of lace trimmed the bridal point sleeves. Covered buttons accented the back of the gown from the neckline to the waist and from the sleeves to the elbow. The skirt ended in small chapel train. The bride chose a full sweep veil with matching lace trim on the edges, held in place by pink baby roses. Her bouquet was a colonial Style with white gardenias and baby’s breath, pink and burgundy roses centered with a burgundy rosebud, and loops of burgundy and white ribbon. Following the ceremony the couple returned their love and gratitude to the bride’s parents by giving a rose boutonniere out of the bridal bouquet to the bride’s father and a long stemmed rose to the bride’s mother, as Mark Brooks sang “You Decorated My Life.” Teresa Schott, classmate of the bride, played the piano throughout the ceremony. The reception was held in the fellowship hall of the church. Beverly Wright, Sue VanVleck, Debbie Richardson, and Karla Green, served the cake and punch. The four-tiered cake was baked and decorated by Beverly Wright. The gifts were opened by Mrs. Connie Royer, Mrs. Debbie Constant, and Miss Ronda Monhollon. The bride’s mother wore a floor- length gown of burgundy velvet and knit, with an empire waist, bishop sleeves, scoop neckline, and velvet covered buttons at the bodice and wide cuffs. She chose a gardenia corsage to compliment her outfit. Joi McLain, Amber McLain and Vicki Lynch, sisters of the bride, passed out the rice bags. The father of the bride, the candlelighters, ringbearer, and ushers all wore grey Windsor tuxedos with darker grey velvet lapels and vest. The jackets had cut-away fronts and slightly longer backs. Special guests were Mr. and Mrs. Theodore G. McCall, Sr., grandparents of the bride. A wedding reception was held at the bride’s parents’ home. The bride is a graduate of Rossville High School. The groom is a graduate of Orange Park High School, Fla. He is a Specialist E-4 at Fort Riley. The couple is at home in Ogden. | |
| 3135 |  | Marriage- McLin, Denise-Epperson, Curtis Denise McLin Curtis Epperson McLin-Epperson Denise Renae McLin and Curtis Jay Epperson were united in marriage April 11 at Silver Lake United Methodist Church. Silver Lake. The Rev. Susan Twigg officiated Parents of the couple are Mary and Marshall McLin, Silver Lake, and JoAnn and Sherman Epperson, Topeka. Attending the couple were Carrie Hogan, Brigette Engroff and Kim Davis, Topeka, and Vicki Vande Velde, Lenexa. Attending the groom were Eric Stuckey. St. Louis. Mo., and Curt Hogan. Kevin Hogan and Chris Meiers, Topeka. Ushers were Michael McLin Warren Seitz and Jeff Griggs. Flower girls and ring bearer were Sabre Vines. Breanna Seitz and Joshua Hogan. The bride is a graduate of Silver Lake High School and Washburn University with a degree in court reporting. She pursues a paralegal degree at Washburn University and is employed by Blue Cross and Blue Shield. The groom is a graduate of Topeka West High School and is employed by Standard Sheet Metal, Kansas City, Mo. The couple will reside in Silver Lake. | |
| 3136 |  | Marriage- McLin, Ruby-Moser, Virgil Mr. and Mrs. James McLin announce the marriage of their daughter, Ruby Rebecca to Mr. Virgil Moser Saturday night at the church at Grove. | |
| 3137 |  | Marriage- McMahan, Mildred-McAdams, Samuel Samuel A. McAdams and Miss Mildred Ethel McMahan were united in marriage at 8:15 o'clock, Tuesday, November 22, by Rev. Robert Hodgson at the Presbyterian manse. Jim McAdams and Miss Polly McConnell were witnesses. The groom is the son of Mrs. Ida A. McAdams, and has lived in Minco for the past 15 years; graduated from the Minco high school with the 1929 class, and at present is employed in the post office here. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. E. McMahan, and has lived in Minco practically all her life She was graduated from the Minco high school with the class of 1930. The newly weds are very popular among the younger set in Minco, and have many friends who wish for them a most happy and prosperous wedded life. Mr. and Mrs. McAdams have pur-chased furniture for their home and will go to housekeeping in the near future.—Minco, (Okla.) Minstrel. Mr. McAdams is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. White of this community, being the son of Mrs. Ida White McAdams and the late Sam McAdams. | |
| 3138 |  | Marriage- McNulty, Dawn-Dudney, Mark McNulty-Dudney Dawn McNulty and Mark Dudney were united in marriage May 11. 1996, in a 5 p.m. ceremony at Lowman United Methodist Church in Topeka. The Rev. Ken Rogers officiated. Parents of the couple are Mike and Phyllis Simmons, Frankfort, and Pete and Barbara Dudney, Rossville. The brides attendants were Angie Bramhall. Julie Fischer and Terry Glotzbach, all of Topeka; Maggi Kennedy, Emporia; Kendall Baker. Auburn; and Michele Hartman. Olathe. The bridegroom’s attendants were Kerry Lacock, Madison; Gene Ingwerson, Chad Gentry and Marty Hall, all of Rossville; Lance Gordon, Goddard; and Brian McNulty, Olathe. Tyler and Nicole Gentry of Rossville were the ring bearer and flower girl. Taylor Floyd. Topeka, was the junior bride. The ushers were Jay Kennedy, Emporia; Ronnie Baker, Auburn; and Adam Foster and Matt McCrory, both of Rossville. The bride is a graduate of Frankfort High School and Washburn University. where she completed training as a legal assistant. She is employed by the State of Kansas, Clerk of the District Court in Topeka as a deputy clerk. The bridegroom is a graduate of Rossville High School and attended Dodge City Community College. He is employed by Hallmark Cards Inc. in Topeka. After a wedding trip to Las Vegas, they are at home in Topeka. | |
| 3139 |  | Marriage- McRoberts, Jeanette-Dick, Randy 1 McRoberts-Dick Jeanette Marie McRoberts and Randy Leon Dick exchanged marriage vows at 4 p.m. Saturday in the United Methodist Church, Silver Lake. The Rev. Paul Mitchell officiated. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. W. E. McRoberts, Silver Lake, and Mr. and Mrs. Bennie Dick Jr., Rossville. Attending the bride were Denise Thomas, Silver Lake; Peggy Teeter and Rhonda Hesse, Rossville; Mary Beth LeCluyse, Shawnee Mission; and Debbie Matthew, Manhattan. Attending the bridegroom were Rodney Dick, Rick Gentry, Wilbur Stum and Karl French, all of Rossville; and Kirk Palmer, Manhattan. Mrs. Dick is a graduate of Silver Lake High School and Mr. Dick is a graduate of Rossville High School. They attended Kansas State University. She is employed by The Gas Service Co. and he is employed by General Foods. The couple will live in Rossville. | |
| 3140 |  | Marriage- McRoberts, Jeanette-Dick, Randy 2 McRoberts-Dick Vows Exchanged at Silver Lake Methodist Church Jeanette Marie McRoberts and Randy Leon Dick exchanged wedding vows at 4 p.m., Saturday, April 16, 1977 in the United Methodist Church at Silver Lake. For her wedding, Mrs. Dick chose a gown of white organza. The stand-up collar and scalloped bodice were delicately embroidered with Alencon lace, crystal beading, and seed pearls. Beaded motifs of matching lace were scattered over the full skirt Lace and crystal pleating edged the Hem of the full skirt which trailed to a chapel length train. Her camelot headpiece held a three tiered chapel length veil edged in matching Alencon lace. The bride’s only jewelry was a pair of diamond earrings, a gift of the bridegroom. She carried a cascade bouquet of white orchids and peach roses. Mr. Dick wore a formal white suit with tailcoat. His boutonniere was a peach rosebud surrounded by stephanotis and baby’s breath. Mrs. Dick’s attendants were Denise Thomas, Silver Lake, Peggy Teeter and Rhonda Hesse, Rossville, Mary Beth LeCluyse, Shawnee Mission, and Debbie Matthew, Manhattan. The bridesmaids were attired in identical gowns of peach colored organza, styled with low cut sweetheart neckline, empire bodice and slightly flared skirt. The tops were covered with sheer capes of matching peach organza. Their head coverings were peach colored picture hats caught up in the back with a silk rose and long ribbon streamers. They each carried a single long stemmed peach rose surrounded by baby's breath and greenery. Best man was Rodney Dick, Rossville, brother of the groom. Groomsmen were, Rick Gentry, Wilbur Stum and Karl French, all of Rossville, and Kirk Palmer, Manhattan. They Were attired in parchment tuxedos. Each wore a sprig of Lily of the Valley as a boutonniere. Janice Meyer, Rossville, organist, accom-panied vocalists Lyn and Vincent Zeller, Manhattan. Jennifer Dick and Mark Dudney served as flower girl and ring bearer. Candlelighters were Jayne Dick and JoAnna Gentry, all cousins of the groom, and all of Rossville. Ushers were Mike George, Trenton, Mo., Scott Dick and Steve McDiffitt, Rossville. The Reverend Paul Mitchell, Hiawatha, heard the exchange of vows. The reception following the ceremony was held at the Rossville American Legion Hall. Rene George and Linda George, Trenton, Mo., cousins of the bride, assisted with the gifts. Marcia Anderson and Deb Hanna, Silver Lake, catered the reception. They were assisted by Kay and Melinda Brooks, Duane (Hap) Anderson, and Tim Hanna. The reception table was centered with a three tiered fountain cake, surrounded with six-heart shaped cakes. All were decorated with peach colored roses, white pompons and greenery. Robin and Brenda Dudney, cousins of the groom, passed rice bags among the guests. | |
| 3141 |  | Marriage- McRoberts, Violet-Miller, John Mr. and Mrs. Bert Miller entertained at a 6 o'clock dinner February 21 in honor of their son's marriage to Miss Violet McRoberts. | |
| 3142 |  | Marriage- Meade, Amy-Pelfrey, Les Amy Meade Les Pelfrey Meade-Pelfrey The wedding of Amy Kathleen Meade and Les E. Pelfrey took place June 3 in Sacred Heart Church, Plainville. The Rev. Emil Labbe officiated. Parents of the couple are Harlan and Nancy Meade, Plainville; and Gene and Ila Pelfrey, Rossville. Attending the bride were Molly Markley, Minneapolis, Minn.; Amy Becker, Plainville; Dawn Rempe, Powderly, Texas; and Mindy Bruce, Galva. Flower girl was Sara Pelfrey, Rossville. Attending the bridegroom were Kevin Dick, Lance Stadler and Randy Pelfrey, Rossville; and Bill Bergin, Hawaii. Ring bearer was Christopher Meade. Candle lighters were Cathy Pearson, Dodge City; and Michelle Majerus, Junction City. Ushers were Todd Hughes, Scott City; Kevin Vondekamp, Wichita; and Paul Meade, Overland Park. The bride graduated from Plainville High School and Kansas State University where she majored in marketing and received a degree in business. She is an admission representative for Kansas State University. The bridegroom graduated from Rossville High School and Kansas State University where he received a degree in animal science. He is studying veterinary medicine at Kansas State University. | |
| 3143 |  | Marriage- Meade, Tonya-Hatina, Brian Meade-Hatina Vows Exchanged Tonya Meade and Brian Hatina were united in marriage on Saturday, May 12,2001, at the Brickyard-Barn Bed and Breakfast in Topeka. Father John Erickson officiated. The bride is the daughter of Charles and Patti Meade, Rossville. Parents of the groom are Bob and Kathy Sebastian, Huffman, TX. Matron of honor was Renee Horinek. Kristy Konrade was the bridesmaid. Eric Standard was best man. Groomsman was Robert Merrow. A reception and dance followed the ceremony at the Brickyard Barn. Mrs. Hatina is a nurse at the Kansas Medical Clinic in Topeka. Gary Hardy Dodge, Topeka, is Mr. Hatina’s employer. He is also a student at Baker University. The couple, who are at home in Rossville, took a honeymoon trip to San Antonio. TX. | |
| 3144 |  | Marriage- Mee, Trudi-Davis, Gene Mee- Davis Vows Miss Trudi Lynne Mee, daughter of Mr. and Lyndon Mee, Maple became the bride of Mr. Gene Davis, son of Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Davis, Rossville, in a ceremony solemnized Sunday evening, September 1, at 7:30 in the Congregational Church, Maple Hill. The Rev. W. E. officiated at the double-ring ceremony. A large bouquet of white gladioli graced the altar. Mrs. Howard Hammarlund, organist, played and accom¬panied Rodney Say, soloist. Taper-lighters were Jan Miller, Maple Hill, Karan Spanier, Copeland. The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore floorlength gown of bridal taffeta. The scoop neckline was outlined with of Venice lace, and bridal point sleeves complimented the basque bodice. The soft gathered skirt was styled in two tiers, with the top tier trimmed in matching lace. The back detail consisted of an aisle-wide chapel train. Her elbow-length veil of silk illusion, banded in Venice lace, was caught to a crown of pearls. She carried a cascade bouquet of white roses with ivy streamers. Her only jewelry was a strand of pearls, a gift of the bridegroom. The maid of honor, the bride’s sister, Miss Marcia Mee, and bridesmaids, Miss Roberta Oliver, Maple Hill, and Sydney Nixon of Emporia, wore streetlength gowns of silk brocade in French blue, styled with a fitted bodice and a bell-shaped skirt. The bodice featured a scoop neckline and elbow- length sleeves. Small self-bows accented the skirt. They wore matching blue circlets with short veils and carried bouquets of white mums, blue cornflowers with white streamers. Sarah Adams of Plains, was flower girl and wore a white organdy dress with blue sash, and wore blue pom-poms in her hair. The bridegroom was attended by his brother, Dean Davis, of Manhattan. Groomsmen were Roy D. Davis, another brother, of Rossville, and Jerry Rice, of Eskridge; Ushers were Baird Miller, Maple Hill; Steve Lucas, Topeka; Donald Rogers, Rossville. Immediately following the ceremony a reception was held in the Parish Hall. Miss Cynthia Lucas of Topeka, Mrs. Dean Davis, Manhattan, and Miss Judy Robert, Topeka, presided at the serving table. Mrs. Roy D. Davis, Rossville, was in charge of the guest book, and Misses Kathryn Adams and Lana Schulte, Maple Hill, in charge of gifts. Mr. and Mrs. Davis are now making their home in Emporia, where they will be juniors at Kansas State Teachers College. | |
| 3145 |  | Marriage- Mergenmeier, Jan-Hinterweger, James Mergenmeier-Hinterweger Couple Exchange Vows June 7 Jan Marie Mergenmeier became the bride of James Eric Hinterweger, Saturday, June 7, 1980, at 2 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Church in St. Marys in a double ring ceremony performed by the Reverend Clarence Krajicek. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. George Mergenmeier, St. Marys, and Mr. and Mrs. Eric Hinterweger, Rossville. The bride’s gown was made of white organza with lace detailing. The bodice of her gown was made of lace accented with pearls and a Queen Anne neckline. The A-line skirt fell to floor length from an empire waistline and the hem of the gown was accented with lace. An overskirt of lace ending in a train added to the beauty of the dress. Her floor length veil of illusion was trimmed with lace matching the lace on the gown. She wore a gold-linked necklace and carried a bouquet of yellow roses and white daisies, adorned with white ribbons. The bride’s attendants were Sue Mergenmeier, St. Marys, sister of the bride; Cindy Heinen, Tonganoxie, cousin of the bride; and Cindy Hinterweger, Rossville, sister of the groom. They wore green polyester knit dresses styled with wrap skirts which had a self ruffle and an overblouse of sheer flocked organza. The groom wore a white tuxedo with tails and a batwing skirt. His attire was accented with a black bow tie and a black cumberbund. The groom’s attendants were Brett Broughten, Topeka; Steve Copeland and Danny Hinterweger, Rossville. The ushers were William Mergenmeier and Any Mergenmeier, St. Marys, and Mike Hinterweger and Brandon Magette, Rossville. They wore Bentley green tuxedos with contrasting slacks, bow ties and ruffled shirts. Soloists were Ruth Newsham and Mark Brooks, Rossville. Ruth also played her flute. Organist was Christy l.enherr, St. Marys. Andy Mergenmeier read the readings the couple had chosen. Kim Marney, Rossville, attended the guest book. Donna Brunin, St. Marys, Debe Miller, Topeka, and Rosemary McMurphy, Emporia, served cake and punch at the reception. Franchesca Molinar, Topeka, helped the couple open their gifts. Jan is attending Washburn University and is employed by the accounting department at Merchants National Bank in Topeka. Jim is a graduate of Kaw Valley Vo-Tech in Civil Technology and is employed by Daniel International Construction Company at the Wolf Creek Project. After honeymooning in Colorado, the couple is at home at 3111 S.W. Twilight Court in Topeka. | |
| 3146 |  | Marriage- Mermis, Cheryl-Frederick, Thomas The marriage of Cheryl Mer mis and Thomas E. Frederick was solemnized during a noon ceremony May 6 in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, St. Marys. The Rev. Robert Hasenkamp officiated. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Don Sommers and Mr. and Mrs. Everett R. Frederick. Donna Sommers was her sister’s maid of honor and Linda Frederick, sister of Mr. Frederick, was bridesmaid. Mary Kay Mermis, Russell, was flower girl and ring bearer was Danny Talley. Brothers of the couple, David Frederick and Michael Sommers, served as best man and groomsman. Mitchel Sommers, brother of the bride, and Kevin Smith, seated the guests. A reception following the ceremony honored the couple. The bride wore a gown of white organza with embroidered Empire bodice, wedding-ring collar and long fitted sleeves. The A-line skirt extended into a chapel-length train. A Camelot headpiece held her veil. Mrs. Frederick is employed by the Topeka Board of Education and Mr. Frederick is employed by Santa Fe Railway Co. | |
| 3147 |  | Marriage- Merriam, Nancy-Thompson, Donald Mrs. Donald Thompson (Nancy Merriam) Merriam-Thompson Nancy Merriam and Donald R. Thompson were married at 6 p.m. Nov. 11 in the chapel of First Presbyterian Church with Dr. Kenneth L. Mauldin officiating. The bride is the daughter of John Merriam and Mrs. Charlotte Merriam. Mr. Thompson's parents are Mr. and Mrs. C.D. Thompson, Delia. Attending the couple were Sally Merriam and Tom Petersen. Mrs. Thompson is a nursing student at Washburn University and Mr. Thompson is employed by St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center. The couple is at home at 1641 W. 37th St. Ter. | |
| 3148 |  | Marriage- Mesmer, Shirley-Streeter, William Mesmer - Streeter vows announced On Sunday, June 2, in the Rossville Christian Church, Shirley Ann Mesmer, daughter of Mrs. Joseph "William Mesmer and the late Mr. Mesmer, exchanged vows with William Paul Streeter, son of Mr. and Mrs. William T. Streeter, Topeka. Candelabra decorated with huckleberry and baskets of orchid, pink, and white gladioli, snapdragons, and mums decorated the church. The double-ring ceremony was performed fay Ben Duerfeldt. The nuptial music was provided by Mrs. Marlin Harth and Mr. Philip Hartzell, soloist. Mr. Hartzell sang “At Dawning”, “Oh Promise Me”, and “The Wedding Prayer.” Given in marriage fay her brother, Lloyd Keith Mesmer, the bride wore a floor-length gown of Chantilly lace over tulle and white taffeta, which she designed and created. The slender bodice was fashioned with a bateau neckline which was appliqued with lace motifs trimmed with seed pearls and se¬quins and long tapered sleeves. The bouffant skirt featured a lace overskirt which tapered to a V in the front and the back and floated over layers of tulle and taffeta.; Her fingertip-length veil of illusion fell from a Juliet cap. Her only jewelry was a pair of pearl earrings, a gift of the groom. She carried a white Bible topped with a bouquet of red roses with pearl and ribbon streamers. Miss, Joan Buchanan, Topeka, attended the bride as maid of honor and Mrs. Abe Hunt, Topeka, was the bridesmaid. White ivory fans formed a background for their bouquets of pink feathered carnations and roses. Mrs. Charles Diehl and Mrs. Lewis Streeter, both of Topeka, were the taper lighters. Miss Carol Pollock, Soldier, was in charge of the guest book. All the attendants wore ballerina-length dresses of powder blue pin-point cotton styled with short puffed sleeves, bateau necklines and full skirts. Their accessories included white short gloves and picture hats. Miss Janice Viergever, Willard, was flower girl. She wore a pink frock topped with a white nylon duster. Lewis Streeter. Topeka, attended his brother as best man. Charles Diehl, Topeka, was the groomsman. Ushers were Leonard Mesmer and Tom Streeter, Topeka. For her daughter’s wedding Mrs. Mesmer chose a light blue dacron dress and navy accessories. The mother of the groom wore a pink two-piece linen suit with white accessories. Both wore corsages of Briarcliff roses. A reception followed the ceremony at the home of the bride’s mother. The bride’s table was centered with a three-tiered wedding cake which was decorated with pink roses and fern. Mrs. Walter Pollock, Soldier, served the cake and Mrs. Spencer Christman, Soldier, presided at the punch bowl. Also assisting were Mrs. Junior Dannefer and Mrs. Merle Dunn. For traveling the bride chose a beige embroidered sheath dress of cotton sateen with brown accessories. Her corsage of red roses was from the bridal bouquet. Following a wedding trip to Colorado Springs and Yellowstone National Park, the couple is at home at 1342 Medford, Topeka. | |
| 3149 |  | Marriage- Meyer, Anna-Reser, Ernest Meyer-Reser Wedding Miss Anna Meyer and Ernest Reser were married at the Catholic church Wednesday morning at eight fifteen by Rev. Father McNieve S.J. They were attended by Miss Pearl and Joseph Meyer, the latter is a brother of the bride. The bride was attired in a beautiful Copenhagen blue suit with hat and gloves to match and the bridesmaid wore a dark blue suit with black hat and gloves. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Meyer and is a very respectable young lady. She is well known in this vicinity having attended the Parochial school and has worked in and near here for several years. The groom is the son of B. Reser, who lives near Rossville, and is a young man much respected by his many friends. He is well acquainted here and has a circle of friends, who congratulate him on his choice in life. After the Wedding Mass the wedding breakfast was served to the immediate relatives at the home of the bride's parents, in Sandy Hook. Mr. and Mrs. Reser left on the noon train Wednesday for a short trip in the east. They will be at home on the Reser farm near Rossville after December 1st. -St. Marys Star. [From 25 Nov 1915] | |
| 3150 |  | Marriage- Meyer, Faye-Miller, Brad Meyer-Miller Vows Exchanged April 28 The wedding of Miss Faye Meyer and Mr. Brad Miller was solemnized on Saturday, April 28, 1979, at the United Methodist Church in Rossville, with the Reverend Larry Buss and the Reverend William Hurtig officiating. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Eugene H. Meyer and Mr. and Mrs. Clyde H. Miller, Rossville. Attending the bride were her sister, Joyce Meyer, Manhattan, Cindy Lord, and Kate Miller, Rossville. The flower girl was Paula Sue Wehner. The groom was attended by Harry Kibbe and Jon Paine, both of Maple Hill, and Steve Regier, Whiting. The candles were lit by Jeff and Larry Wehner. Donna Miller, sister of the groom, registered the guests. The ushers were Paul Brennan and Mark Paine. Nuptial music was played by Janice Sharp, organist, and Debora Pentecost, pianist. Sheri Gabbert was the soloist. Mrs. Miller’s gown was designed with a Queen Anne neckline and long, full, bishop sleeves. The bodice was adorned with Chantilly lace sprinkled with seed pearls. The three-tiered floor-length skirt was bordered at each tier with Chantilly lace and extended to a chapel train. She wore a Juliette cap which held the fingertip veil of silk illusion edged with Chantilly lace. A reception and dance followed the ceremony at the American Legion Hall in Rossville. Reception attendants were Donna Miller, Mrs. Linda Wehner, Mrs. Joyce Meyer and Mrs. JoAnn Meyer. Mr. and Mrs. Miller arc graduates of Rossville High School. Mrs. Miller is employed by Internal Medicine. Mr. Miller is employed by General Foods. After a wedding trip to Colorado, the couple is at home in rural Rossville. |
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