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Mr. & Mrs. Charles Walker Charles Walker and Julie Jones were united in marriage May 30, 2015, at the home of the groom’s parents. The bride is the daughter of Verna Jones and the late Charles Jones. The groom is the son of Kevin and Sharon Walker of Nelson. The couple reside in Sterling.

Rebecca Vaessen and Kevin Bontz exchanged wedding vows at 2 p.m. May 30, 2015, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Sublette. The Rev. Randy Fronek officiated the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Michael and Brenda Vaessen of Sublette. The groom is the son of James and Elizabeth Bontz of Dixon. The maid of honor was Renee Vaessen. The best man was Danny Bontz. The bride is employed at AgView FS. The groom is employed at Goldwind Service Co. The couple reside in Amboy.

Carissa Apperson and Christopher Gascoigne, both of Rock Falls, announce their engagement. The bride-elect is the daughter of Paul and Cathy Apperson of Sterling. Her fiancé is the son of Donald and Joan Gascoigne of Sterling. The bride-elect is a graduate of Sterling High School. She is employed at Wahl Clipper. Her fiancé is a graduate of Sterling High School. He is employed at Allied Locke. The couple are planning a Sept. 19, 2015 wedding at the Wedding Canyon. Invitations have been sent.

Mr. and Mrs. William Doering of West Plains, Missouri, formerly of Sterling, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary Sept. 5, 2015. Bill Doering and Sally Lansford were married Sept. 5, 1955, at St. Mary Church in Sterling. They are the parents of William (Cathy) Doering Jr. and Vicky (Roland) Salas, both of Rock Falls; Jill (Greg) Williams of Springfield, Missouri; Doug (Vonna) Doering of West Plains, Missouri; and Kelly Doering of Madison, Wisconsin. They have five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 902 Oakwood, West Plains, MO 65775.

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Mr. & Mrs. Herman Lenaburg

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Mr. and Mrs. Herman Lenaburg of Rock Falls will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary Sept. 11, 2015. The couple took a trip to Las Vegas last spring. Herman M. Lenaburg and Marlene M. Clemen were married Sept. 11, 1965, at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Dubuque, Iowa. They are the parents of Brian (deceased) and Dean of Las Vegas. Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 1019 Arland St., Rock Falls, IL 61071.

Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Schwenk of Rock Falls will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary Sept. 11, 2015. Dennis Schwenk and Barbara Gould were married Sept. 11, 1965, at Trinity Evangelical United Brethren Church in Sterling. They are the parents of Denny (Julie) and Dave, both of Rock Falls, and Doug of Sterling. They have three grandchildren. Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 1117 Mary Ave., Rock Falls, IL 61071.

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Mr. and Mrs. Keith Roop of Franklin Grove will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary Sept. 17, 2015. Keith Roop and Audrey Bennett were married Sept. 17, 1955, at Franklin Grove United Methodist Church. They are the parents of John (Denise) Roop of Minooka, Jim (Meg) Roop of Hawthorne Woods, and Jeff (Diane) Roop of Franklin Grove. They have eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to Box 294, Franklin Grove, IL 61031.

Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Kavanaugh Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Kavanaugh of Dixon celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary Aug. 24, 2015. Patrick Kavanaugh and Kirsten Powell were married Aug. 24, 1975, at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Polo. They are the parents of Thomas and Hannah Kavanaugh of Enterprise, Alabama, and Ryan and Tara Mackey of Dixon. They have three grandchildren.

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Nickrent & Needler

April 25, 2015 St. Patrick Catholic Church, Amboy

Mr. & Mrs. William Needler and wedding party Kelly Elizabeth Nickrent and William Colin Needler of Indianapolis were united in marriage April 25, 2015, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Amboy. Monsignor Thomas Bales officiated the nuptial mass. Kelly is the daughter of

Gregory and Margaret Nickrent of Sterling. Colin is the son of William and Laura Needler of Marion, Indiana. Given in marriage by her father, the bride was attended by her sister, Michelle Nickrent, as maid of honor. Her sis-

ter, Kaitlin Nickrent, and cousin, Chelsea Nickrent, were the bridesmaids. Cousins of the bride, Mykael Suarez, Molly Sullivan, and Madeline Joy Travis, were the flower girls. The best man was Devon Needler, brother

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of the groom. Friends of the groom, Bryan Felix and Todd Sheehy, were the groomsmen; and the ushers were cousins of the groom, Ross Needler and Zachary Taylor. The ring bearer was Charlie Wood, cousin of the groom.

The bride graduated from Illinois State University, with a master’s degree in speech language pathology, and is employed by Toddlers Choice/Leaps and Bounds as a speech language pathologist. The groom graduated

Devine & Sondgeroth

Rose Devine & Ben Sondgeroth

Rita Shadle & Timothy Schoonover

Rita Shadle and Timothy “TJ” Schoonover, both of Sycamore, announce their engagement. The bride-elect is the daughter of James and Lucy Shadle of Westmont; her fiancé is the son of Debbie Schoonover of Rock Falls and Dan Schoonover of Cedar Falls, Iowa. The bride-elect is a graduate of Downers Grove North High

from the University of Indianapolis, and is a claims representative with Baldwin and Lyons. Following a reception at Deer Valley Golf Club, the couple went on a honeymoon to Antigua. The couple reside in Indianapolis.

School and Northern Illinois University. She is employed by the Children’s Learning Center. Her fiancé is a graduate of Sterling High School and Northern Illinois University. He is employed by Northern Illinois University. The couple are planning a June 2016 wedding. Invitations will be sent.

Jim and Diane Devine of Dixon announce the engagement of their daughter, Rose Devine of Sterling, to Ben Sondgeroth of Sterling, the son of Bob and Cindy Sondgeroth of Rock Falls. The bride-elect is a graduate of Dixon High School, Sauk Valley Community College, and Illinois State University, where she received her master’s degree in athletic training.

She is employed by Rockford Orthopedic Associates. Her fiancé is a graduate of Rock Falls High School, Sauk Valley Community College, and the University of Indianapolis, and received his master’s degree from the University of Illinois. He is the director of technology for the Morrison School District. The couple are planning an Oct. 10, 2015 wedding.

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Jasper & Dunn Tayler Sawyer & Seth Wilkens

“We were out fishing when I got a bite. He wrapped his arms around me, and opened up the box, and asked me to be his catch.” Douglas and Jeri Sawyer of Dixon announce the engagement of their daughter, Tayler Sawyer of Dixon, to Seth Wilkens of Rock Falls, the son of Douglas and Sherry Wilkens of Rock Falls. The bride-elect is a graduate of Dixon High School and received an associate

degree in business management. She is employed by Jack Mabley Center. Her fiancé is employed by Millwright Local 2158. The couple are planning a Sept. 12, 2015 wedding at The Barn at Allen Acres. Invitations have been sent.

Catherine Jasper & Michael Dunn

Catherine Jasper and Michael Scott Dunn, both of Dixon, announce their engagement. The bride-elect is the daughter of Ryan Jasper and Laurel Jasper, both of Dixon; her fiancé is the son of Brett and Tawanna Dunn of Benton, Louisiana, and Rod and

Rose Hughes of Dixon. The bride-elect is employed by Sinnissippi Mental Health. Her fiancé is employed by Donaldson. The couple are planning a Sept. 26, 2015 wedding in Polo. Invitations have been sent.

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Mr. & Mrs. Mike Ortgiesen

Mr. and Mrs. Mike Ortgiesen of Mount Morris will celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary Sept. 11, 2015. Mike and Mary (Hoyle) Ortgiesen are the parents of Kim (Doug) Rienstra of Dixon, Jim (Brenda) Sklava-

nitis of Mount Morris, Tina (Rich) Hummel and Katie Sklavanitis, both of Dixon, and Krista Ortgiesen of Chicago. They are the grandparents of Josh (Angie) Rienstra and Patrick (Wendy)

Rienstra, Jake, Brandon, and Jazi Sklavanitis, Stacie (James) Morrow, Adain Gittleson, and Nate Steder. They are the great-grandparents of Cole Brandenburg, Matthew Rienstra, Falan Schwarz, Rian and Rose-

mary Rienstra, and Mikey Morrow. They will be celebrating with their children and their families. Best wishes may be sent to 7024 W. Oregon Trail Road, Mount Morris, IL 61054.

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Share those special memories with Celebrations Celebrations features weddings, engagements, anniversaries, and other happy news, such as birthdays, reunions, and four- or five-generation photos. As a special way to preserve these memorable occasions, quarter-, half- or full-page announcements can be purchased. Paid announcements are determined by word count: no more than 125 words for a quarter page, no more than 250 words for a half page, and up to 340 words for a full page. Those paying for announcements will have the opportunity to proof them before publication. Customers will be called when the announcement is ready to be proofed. At that time, any corrections or additions can be made as needed at SVM’s Dixon and Sterling offices. For convenience, proofs will be emailed without calls whenever possible. Photos may be submit-

ted in color or black and white, and in any size. Emailed photos should be in JPEG format with a resolution of 200 and a width of at least 5 inches for best quality. All announcements can be printed without photos if desired. Celebration forms are available at the Telegraph and Daily Gazette classified departments or by email. Sauk Valley Media is not responsible for errors due to unreadable information. A daytime phone number and email address (if available) are requested to help to ensure accuracy. Weddings are available in basic (free) form (one photo only of the couple), quarter-page paid (one photo), halfpage paid (two photos), and full-page paid (up to four photos). The wedding form should be returned preferably within 2 to 4 months after the wedding date. Engagements are available in basic (free)

form (one photo of the couple), two styles of quarter-page paid (one photo only), half-page paid (two photos), and full-page paid (up to four photos). Anniversary announcements are available in the basic (free) form (one current photo only of the couple, no older than 5 years), quarterpage paid (one or two photos), half-page paid (two photos), and fullpage paid (up to four photos). Announcements beginning with the 25th anniversary, and then in 5-year increments up to 60 years, can be at no charge. Other increments will require a paid announcement. Anniversaries of 70 years and more are at no charge in a paid format; the announcement size will be determined by the editor. After 60th-year anniversaries, SVM will publish free announcements, without special wording, without the 5-year increment restriction.

Birthday announcements for area seniors 80 years of age and older can be at no charge without special wording. There is a charge for those younger than 80. The basic (free) form (one current photo of the individual), quarterpage paid (one or two photos), half-page paid (two photos), and fullpage paid (up to four photos) are available. For 100th and older birthdays, SVM will publish free announcements in a paid format; the announcement size will be determined by the editor. Reunions are for area residents who are gathering, or have gathered, for a family or class reunion. Reunion items will be edited due to space limitations, and lists of all those attending are not available in the free format. Photos also are not available for a free announcement, but can be used in any of the paid announcements. If a large group photo is

submitted, only one can be used in the quarterpage format, one photo is recommended in the half-page format, and up to four normally can be used in the full-page format. Large group photos with long lists of names may require at least a half-page paid announcement. Note: A group photo for a class reunion only can be submitted at no charge for the Scrapbook page of SV Weekend by email to photos@ saukvalley.com or in person. For publication in Celebrations, class reunions of 70 years and more will be available in the quarter-page format at no charge, with a photo allowed. Five-generation and four-generation photos with names, relationships, and places of residence of those pictured may be submitted for publication. Multiple photos from the same submitter will need to be on a paid basis. Generation announcements are,

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of course, available on a paid (custom) basis in quarter-page (one photo), half-page (two photos), and full-page (up to four photos) form. Other celebrations include retirements, promotions, awards, honors, baptisms, confirmations, baby’s arrival (able to contain more information than standard birth announcements, along with a photo), and other occasions. Customers may purchase a quarter-page (one photo – two if space allows), half-page, (up to two photos) or fullpage (up to four photos) paid announcement in Celebrations on a custom basis. For more information regarding Celebrations, contact Andrea Mills at 815-284-2222, ext. 5575, or 815-625-3600, ext. 5575, email amills@ saukvalley.com or call the classified department at either number. Email celebration@ saukvalley.com to submit Celebrations announcements or for information.

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50th Anniversary 50th Anniversary Mr. & Mrs. Lynn Heffelfinger

Mr. & Mrs. Phil Callison Phil and Judi Callison will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary Sept.19, 2015, with an afternoon of golf at Shady Oaks Country Club, followed by a dinner hosted by their family. The former Judi Taylor of Amboy and Phil Callison of Franklin Grove were united in marriage on Sept. 19, 1965, at the Methodist church in Amboy. They are the parents of two sons, Mark (Karen) of Dixon and Chad of Byron. They have five grandchildren, Ben

Bryson, and Kade, Kayla, MacKenzie, and Tyler Callison. Judi was employed for Amboy Community Unit School District 272 for 30 years, and Phil has been a union carpenter since 1967. Both are retired and enjoy traveling, golf, and spending time with family and friends. To further celebrate their anniversary, the couple have plans for an Alaskan cruise in 2016. Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 1670 Sterling Road, Amboy, IL 61310.

Mr. and Mrs. Lynn R. Heffelfinger of Sterling will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary Sept. 11, 2015, with a family gathering. Lynn R. Heffelfinger and Kathy Egan were married Sept. 11, 1965, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Sterling. They are the parents of Brian (Katie) Heffelfinger of Sleepy Hol-

low and Susan (Pratip) Nag of Dixon. Lynn and Kathy have been blessed with six grandchildren, Julia, Jack, Sara, and Danny Heffelfinger, and Jacob and Dylan Nag. Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 1905 Avenue E, Sterling, IL 61081.

50th Anniversary 60th Anniversary Mr. & Mrs. Gorden Speer

Mr. & Mrs. Mel Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Mel Johnson of Sterling will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary Sept. 18, 2015. Mel Johnson and Kathy Nuelle were married Sept. 18, 1965, at First Methodist Church in Tampico.

They celebrated with their children and grandchildren, with a family outing to Miller Park to watch their beloved Cubbies. Best wishes may be sent to 1417 W. 21st St., Sterling, IL 61081.

Mr. and Mrs. Gordon E. Speer of Sterling will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary Sept. 3, 2015, with family. Gordon Speer and Elizabeth “Liz” Glenn were married Sept. 3, 1955, at Biggsville United Presbyterian Church. They are the parents of Sue (Mark) Cunningham of Glenview, Shari (Jeffrey Stirling) Speer of St. Paul, Minnesota, and Sara (Keith) Zawila of Mundelein. They have three grandchildren, Krysta (Orlando) Mendoza of Haines-

ville, Allyson Cunningham of Glenview, and Kevin Zawila of Mundelein. They also have two great-grandchildren, Madilynn and Markus Mendoza of Hainesville. Gordon is a retired chemistry and physics teacher at Sterling High School and Sauk Valley Community College. Liz is a retired church organist and preschool teacher at First Presbyterian Church in Sterling. Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to the couple at 2705 Avenue E., Apt. 111, Sterling, IL 61081.

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65th Anniversary

Mr. & Mrs. Keith Oncken

Keith and Lynn Oncken of Milledgeville will celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary Sept. 10, 2015. For many years, Keith farmed near Milledgeville, and currently is employed full time by the Milledgeville Farmer’s Elevator.

Lynn was a homemaker, and for many years taught private piano lessons and served as the organist at Messiah Lutheran Church in Sterling. Keith E. Oncken and Evelyn Hull were married by Lynn’s father,

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Arthur Hull, on Sept. 10, 1950. Keith and Lynn have three daughters, Vicki Sandhu of Elgin, Deborah (Bill) Crowson of Dixon, and Kristy (deceased) (Mike Ford) Oncken of Dixon; four grandchildren, Christopher (Jennifer) Diehl, Jamie Diehl,

Nicole Diehl, and Alison Brantley; and six great-grandchildren, Haylie, Kilee, Ashley, Blake, Ashtyn, and Audrey. Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 1071Grandview Road, Milledgeville, IL 61051.

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Mr. & Mrs. Larry Potter Mr. and Mrs. Larry Potter of Polo celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Aug. 29, 2015, with a family gathering. Larry Potter and Mildred Wright were united in marriage Aug. 29, 1965, at Northside Baptist Church in Dixon. Larry was a farmer, before retiring from Allied Locke in Dixon. Millie is retired from Walgreens in Dixon. They are the parents of one son, David Potter. Those wishing to send greetings to this special couple may address cards to 5589 S. Freeport Road, Polo, IL 61064.

Mr. & Mrs. John Shular Mr. and Mrs. John Shular of Dixon celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on Aug. 25, 2015.

There were married Aug. 25, 1945. Congratulations on 70 years of happiness together!

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Zilma Nusbaum

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Dorothy Newcomer Dorothy L. Newcomer of Dixon celebrated her 95th birthday Aug. 29, 2015. She was born Aug. 29, 1920, in Bureau County, and was married to the late Murray E. Newcomer. Cards may be sent to 7878 W. Renee Rue, Chateau Estates, Dixon, IL 61021.

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Zilma Nusbaum of Sterling will celebrate her 95th birthday Sept. 13, 2015, with a family dinner. She was born Sept. 13, 1920, and was married to the late Kenneth Knox, and the late Wayne Nusbaum. She has eight children (one deceased), and numerous grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Cards may be sent to 2705 Avenue E, Sterling, IL 61081.

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Alberta Wilson Alberta Wilson of Sterling, formerly of Como, will celebrate her 94th birthday Sept. 2, 2015. She was born Sept. 2, 1921, in Bureau County, and was married to the late Dale Wilson. Cards may be sent to 1612 Seventh Ave., Rock Falls, IL 61071.

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Marjorie Peach Marjorie Peach of Walnut will celebrate her 90th birthday Sept. 14, 2015, with family and friends. She was born Sept. 14, 1925. Cards may be sent to 706 Red Oak Road, Walnut, IL 61376.

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Marilyn Lenox Marilyn Lenox of Dixon will celebrate her 90th birthday with an open house from 1 to 2 p.m. Sept. 6, 2015, at her daughter’s home, 849 White Oaks Drive, Dixon. All friends and relatives are invited to join in the celebration. The omission of gifts has been requested. She was born Sept. 21, 1925, in Dixon, and was married to the late George Lenox. She has three children, eight grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren. Cards may be sent to 333 Walnut St., Carlinville, IL 62626.

To place your announcement in an upcoming Celebrations publication stop by either Sauk Valley Media location or call Dixon – 815-284-2222; Sterling – 815-625-3600. Use celebration@saukvalley.com to email photos and information.

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Beverly Noble Beverly Noble of Amboy will celebrate her 80th birthday with an open house from 1 to 3 p.m. Sept. 13, 2015, at the Amboy Community Center, 280 W. Wasson Road. All friends and relatives are invited to join in the celebration. She was born Sept. 13, 1935. Cards may be sent to 45 N. Jefferson Ave., Amboy, IL 61310.

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Birthday

Marjorie E. Dietz

Alan Burkett Happy “75th” Birthday Sept. 7, 2015, to our favorite “ King “ You’re the best father and grandfather we could have ever asked for. Love, Lynette, Kendra, Ken, Cody, Dylan, kylie, Cassidy, Jack.

We will have cake from 1 to 3 p.m. in his ‘office’ at Red Apple in Sterling on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015. Cards and well wishes may be sent to 19098 Blue Goose Road, Morrison, IL 61270

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Jacob R. Hopping, MD General Surgery

We are pleased to announce that Jacob R. Hopping, MD has joined CGH Medical Center as a General Surgeon. Dr. Hopping received his MD from the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Rockford and his BS from Bradley University in Peoria. He completed a General Surgery residency at Saint Louis University in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Hopping is accepting new patients at his office at CGH Main Clinic, 101 E. Miller Road in Sterling. To schedule an appointment, call 815.625.4790.

Marjorie E. Dietz of Sterling will celebrate her 95th birthday with an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20, 2015, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 501 Eighth Ave., Rock Falls. All friends and relatives are cordially invited to attend. The omission of gifts has been requested. Marjorie Estelle was born Sept. 8, 1920, to Ivy and Edward Larkey. She married Donald Dietz in 1942, and celebrated 62 years together

before his passing in 2004. They raised four children, Terry (Mary Ann), both deceased; Michael (Lynne), both deceased; Sally (Michael) Keeling of Rock Falls and Tim (Sharon) of Sterling. She has 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Marjorie is a talented artist who enjoys her antique collections, family gatherings, and church activities. Cards may be sent to 912 Avenue J, Sterling, IL 61081.

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Bernie McIntyre celebrated his 80th birthday with his wife, Pat; his sons, Steve and Lori, and Larry and Monique; grandson, Collin, and granddaughter, Rebecca; his daughter, Kim and Wayne; grandson, Cedric, granddaughter, Simone; and his great-grandson,

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Skyler McCombs. Missing was his son, David; granddaughter, Amanda; grandson, Jaycent; and great-grandson, Dante. His birthday was Aug. 28, 2015. Cards may be sent to 2205 21st Ave., Sterling, IL 61081.

Jenny was born Aug. 30, 1975, at KSB Hospital. Please come to an open house in her honor from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3, 2015, at Mama Ciminos. Given by her family, Mom, Dad, and sisters, Katy Full, and Meg and Whitey Streit, and Will

80th Birthday Jennie Milroy An open house celebrating Aunt Jennie Milroy’s 80th birthday will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 6, 2015, at her church of 44 years, First Church of the Nazarene, 411 13th Ave., Sterling. She was born Sept. 4, 1935. All friends and relatives, please come and celebrate with her. No gifts, please – your presence is your gift to her. Cards may be sent to 203 13th Ave., Sterling, IL 61081.

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25 Years Pastor celebrates 25 years!! The Milledgeville Church of the Brethren (Dutchtown) will honor its pastor, Richard “Rick” Koch and his wife, Beckie, with an open house from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13, 2015, at the church, 25257 Dutchtown Road. Everyone also is welcome to attend the worship service at 9:30 a.m. followed by a potluck meal at 11 a.m. If unable to attend, cards may be sent to P.O. Box 365, Milledgeville, IL 61051.

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Retirement Dave Long is retiring after working 28 years in the environmental department of Northwestern Steel and Wire and Sterling Steel Co. He is looking forward to waking at the crack of noon, reading lots of books, getting to even more of his grandchildren’s games, and putting some serious mileage on his bicycle. Friends and family are invited to join him in a celebration from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, 2015, at Long Shot Bar and Grill on West U.S. Route 30, Rock Falls. No gifts requested. Cards may be sent to 715 Marsha Lane, Rock Falls, IL 61071.

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Kyle Whetsel, the son of Jamie and Lara Whetsel of Dixon, graduated on May 15, 2015, from the University of Wisconsin – Stout, with a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology, and a minor in economics. Kyle graduated in 2011 from Dixon High School. We are so proud of you, Kyle!

William ‘Will’ Christopher Streit Meghan and Christopher “Whitey” Streit of Byron are the parents of a son born at 10:01 a.m. May 22, 2015, at Rockford Memorial Hospital. William “Will” Christopher Streit weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces

at birth and was 18.25 inches in length. Proud maternal grandparents are Kathy Considine of Dixon and Bill Full of Walton. Proud paternal grandparents are Mark and Cindy Streit of Maytown.

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Birthday

Our babies are growing up so fast! Happy Birthday to you both. You bring so much happiness to our family, and we love you both so much!

Letâ€™s give a shout out Judy Long turns 75 Judy Long of Sterling will celebrate her 75th birthday on Friday, Sept. 4, 2015. A family brunch is being given by her children and grandchildren. Friends and neighbors are invited

for coffee and cake from 2 to 4 p.m. on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 6, 2015, at 1414 W. 20th St., Sterling. Cards may be sent to 1414 W. 20th St., Sterling, IL 61081. Please, no gifts. Thank you.

School, Family Reunions Amboy High School Class of 1950 Amboy High School Class of 1950 will have its 65th class reunion lunch at noon Sept. 16, 2015, at Long Branch Restaurant in Amboy. Classmates are asked to share reunion information with other classmates. Contact Lois Krieger at 815-284-5042, P.O. Box 296, Dixon, IL 61021; or email ldkrieger@grics.net for reservations before Sept. 6.

share reunion information with other classmates. Contact Jane (Jenner) Sasala at 815-291-2133, email jane56789@comcast.net for reservations; or at registration@classmates.net before Sept. 6.

Burgess-HensonGaumer Reunion

The Burgess-HensonGaumer family reunion will be at 2 p.m. Sept. 20, 2015, at 210 Sixth Ave., Rock Falls. Those attending are asked to bring a dish to Amboy High School pass and silverware, and pass this information on Class of 1951 to other family members. Amboy High School Class For more information, call of 1951 will have its 64th 815-626-3331. class reunion lunch at noon Sept. 16, 2015, at the Long Branch Restaurant in DHS Class of 1961 Dixon High School Class Amboy. Classmates are asked to of 1960 will have its 55th

Mommy, Daddy, and the Family!

Kenna, 2 September 5th

Carter, 7 August 12th

Five Generations class reunion at 5 p.m. Sept. 5, 2015, in the Amber Room at Timber Creek Golf Course, 729 Timber Creek Road, Dixon. Cocktails will be at 5 p.m., followed by a buffet dinner at 6:15 p.m. A breakfast will be at 9:30 a.m. Sept. 6, 2015, at White Pines Inn.

Spangler Family Reunion The Spangler family reunion will be at 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13, 2015, at the Keith Spangler farm on North Nachusa Road. Look for the signs on state Route 38. Those attending are asked to bring their own table service and a dish to pass for a potluck dinner. Drinks will be furnished.

The Baldwin Family Five generations of the Baldwin family recently gathered. They are (from left) Patricia Baldwin, great-grandmother; Nettie Pettenger, great-great-grandmother; Autumn Baldwin, mother, holding Nolan Davis, son; and Jodi Baldwin, grandmother.

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High School Reunion

Dixon High School Class of 1955 recently had their 60th class reunion. Members attending were (sitting, from left) Tom Mall, Helen Gorham Caliway, Lou-

ise Maves Drane, Rita Ford Woolstrum, Betty Black Halgren, Donna Saunders Teeter, Pat Huggins Boone, Janet Newcomer Ploen, Lorraine Lourdeau LeRette, Bobbi Lee Jewett Brown,

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and Maureen Rickard Schmidt; (middle row) Jackie Van Meter Cavanaugh, Marjorie Young McMillan, Theresa Wolf Wolf, Audrey Swanson Giese, Margaret Knicl Hall, Maxine Mack Brod-

POST HOUSE BALLROOM 100 W. 2nd St., Dixon

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Hufford Harshbarger, John Rhodes, Bob Cassens, Shirley McConnaughay, and Phil Lennon. Not pictured are Rudy Gasser and Don Johnson.

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rence, Sally Stanfield Bilderback, and Dolores Newman John; and (back row) Bill Dixon, Bill Kelly, Corinne Harvey McCoy, Betty Leer Goral, Robert Wright, George Maves, Phyliss

Elegance abounds in this unique facility filled with historic architectural elements which set the mood. Plan your event so that you can enjoy one of our grand ballrooms with cozy fireplace seating, lounge in our famous Saddle Bar or schedule a meeting in our newly updated Brick Room. We can host up to 700 guests. Stop or Call Mon/Wed/Fri 10-4 815-284-8484

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