SOCIETY LAWRENCE JOURNAL-WORLD
Saturday, July 30, 2011
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ANNIVERSARIES
WEDDINGS
Graham
Gibler-Weatherford
Faletra-Cox
Glenna and Wendell Graham, Lawrence, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house reception from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 6 at the Lawrence Wesleyan Church, 3705 Clinton Parkway. The couple were married Aug. 11, 1961, in Sterling. Wendell retired after 35 years in banking. He is now employed as a para-professional in the special education department at Lawrence High School. Glenna was employed at the Lawrence-Douglas County Health Department for 23 years. She retired in 2004. They have two daughters, Michele Russell, Overland
Jessica Rose Gibler, Lecompton, and Mark Edwin Weatherford, Stull, were married May 21, 2011, at Mustard Seed Church in Lawrence. Scott DeGroff officiated. The bride is the daughter of David and Rhonda Gibler, Lecompton. The groom is the son of John and Kathy Weatherford, Stull. Maid of honor was Margaret Kuhlman. Best man was Jacob Laughlin. Bridesmaids were Kristin Weatherford, Kylie Blythe, Lauren McGarity, Leah Rutledge and Mary Cox. Groomsmen were Willie Brooks, Garrett Jones, Anthony Meals, Mark Higgins and Justin Brock. Musicians were Samantha Foster and Garrett Jones (saxophone), Amy Jones (piano) and Joy Metz (guitar). Flower girls were Claira Weatherford and Victoria Weatherford. Ringbearer was Daniel Callahan. Ushers were Brian Gibler, David Weatherford, Stephen Weatherford, Bill Weatherford, Michael Weatherford and Aaron Weatherford. Greeters were William Blythe and William Weatherford. Guest register attendant was Kara Evans. Reception hosts were
Amanda Faletra, Lawrence, and Reid Cox, Shawnee, were married April 16, 2011, at Stony Point Hall in Baldwin City. Craig McElvain officiated. The bride is the daughter of Sabine Jones, Lawrence, and Joseph Faletra, Indian Harbour Beach, Fla. The groom is the son of Stephanie Spring and Henry Cox, Shawnee. Maid of honor was Karen Steward. Best man was Brett Cantrell. Bridesmaids were Christina Henry, Ashley Coffman, Nicole McWilliams, Kailey Mesler and Jessica Nichols. Bridesman was Luke Henry. Groomsmen were Thomas Cox, Eric Cox, Brian Stevens, Matthew Wiggins, Josh Dinning and Kevin Goll. Flower girl was Andreja Henry. Ringbearers were Gavin and Connor Jones. Readers were Amanda Wiggins, Margit Hentschel and Aaron Fodge. Greeters were Jamie Ryckman, Ashley Spring and Alaina Schiffelbein. Ushers were Evan Toren and Gabe Krieshock. A reception followed at Stony Point Hall. The bride is a 2004 graduate of Lawrence High School. She earned a bachelor’s
Glenna and Wendell Graham Park, and Lori Larison and son-in-law, Wayne, Olathe; a son, Mike, and daughter-inlaw, Sally, Hays; and eight grandchildren. Cards may be sent at 3503 W. 10th St., Lawrence, KS 66049. The couple request no gifts.
ENGAGEMENTS
Jessica and Mark Weatherford Katie Luse, Savanna Shuck and Samantha Clement. A reception was given at Stull United Methodist Fellowship Hall. The bride earned an associate degree in horticulture this spring from Johnson County Community College. She is employed in the floral department at the Hy-Vee in Manhattan. The groom is studying Spanish at Kansas State University and plans to graduate in 2012. The couple reside in Manhattan.
Amanda and Reid Cox degree in music education from Kansas University in 2009 and is a music teacher at Eudora Elementary School. The groom is a 2001 graduate of Shawnee Mission Northwest High School. He earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration and information systems in 2005 and a master’s degree in human health/human performance sciences and sport management in 2007, both from Baylor University. The couple reside in Olathe.
Justin Runge and Kate Lorenz
Lorenz-Runge Tom and Sue Lorenz, Lawrence, along with Erik and Renee Runge, Lincoln, Neb., announce the engagement of their children, Kate Lorenz and Justin Runge, both of Lawrence. The future bride earned a bachelor’s degree from Kansas University and a master’s degree from the University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa. She is a judicial executive assistant at the Kansas Court of Appeals. The future groom earned a bachelor’s degree from Nebraska Wesleyan University and a master’s degree from the University of AlabamaTuscaloosa. He is a graphic designer at the Kansas Secretary of State Office. The couple plan an Oct. 7, 2011, wedding in Lawrence.
Kirsten Osburn and Ted Heffner
Osburn-Heffner Bill and Nikola Osburn announce the engagement of their daughter, Kirsten Osburn, to Ted Heffner, all of Lawrence. The future bride is a graduate of Free State High School. She is attending nursing school at Neosho County Community College and is employed by Neuvant House. The future groom is the son of Michael and Donna Heffner, Lawrence. He is a graduate of Free State and is attending culinary school at Johnson County Community College. He is employed by The Eldridge. The couple plan a Sept. 10, 2011, wedding at Clinton Lake.
Bergman-Miller Fred and Gayle Bergman announce the engagement of their daughter Stephanie Gayle Bergman, all of Leavenworth, to Andrew Ross Miller, Tonganoxie. The future bride is a 2004 graduate of Leavenworth High School. She earned a bachelor’s degree in graphic design from Mid America Nazarene University in 2009 and is employed as an art director for New Creature in Rogers, Ark. The future groom is the son of Ken and Tammy Miller, Tonganoxie. He is a 2003 graduate of Tonganoxie High School. He earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Mid America Nazarene University in 2008 and has been
Sampson-Higgins
Conley-Wondrack
Jan Annette Sampson and Matthew David Higgins, both of Colorado Springs, Colo., were married June 4, 2011, at The Lost Dutchman in Divide, Colo., with the Rev. Dave Ruckman officiating. The bride is the daughter of Gary and Sherlyn Sampson, Loveland, Colo. The groom is the son of Victoria Higgins, Sebastopol, Calif., and the late Dana Higgins. Maid of honor was Sarah Nelson. Best man was Nick Brown. Bridesmaid was Angela Roy. Groomsman was Paul DeVecchi. Flower girl was Hunter Higgins, the daughter of the groom. Ringbearer was Dana Marie Higgins, the daughter of the bride and groom. A reception followed at The Lost Dutchman. The bride is a graduate of Lawrence High School. She earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Kansas University and is studying for a mas-
Michele Conley and Wally Wondrack, both of Lawrence, were married April 23, 2011, at the home of Greg and Bronda Silvers, Lawrence, with Judge Robert Fairchild officiating. The bride is the daughter of Larry and Jennifer Smith, Leavenworth, and Daniele Gardner, Santa Barbara, Calif., and the late Ken Gardner. The groom is the son of (Ret.) Col. Walter Wondrack and Dorothy Wondrack, both of Lawrence. Maid of honor was Sarah Conley, daughter of the bride. Best man was Dale Roubison. Bridesmaids were Jordan Wondrack, daughter of the groom, and Renee Belford. Groomsmen were Kurt Clausing and Greg Silvers. Violinist was Jerry Wohletz. A reception followed at the home of Greg and Bronda Silvers. The bride is a graduate of Leavenworth High School. She earned a bachelor’s degree from Kansas Universi-
AROUND AND ABOUT Edna Zillner will celebrate her 104th birthday on Wednesday. A reception will be held in her honor from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. today in the Andrew Ross Miller and main dining room of Pioneer Stephanie Gayle Bergman Ridge Nursing Center, 4851 employed by BNSF Logistics Harvard Road, Lawrence. ● for the past three years in Madison Mater, Linwood, Springdale, Ark. The couple plan a Sept. 24, was named among the top 20 2011, wedding at St. Joseph contestants in Maurices Main Catholic Church in Leaven- Street Model Search. The contest drew more than 500 worth. contestants from across the country. ●
Woytinek-Holl Amanda Rothwell Woytinek and Aaron Jude Holl, both of Lawrence, announce their engagement. The future bride is the daughter of Pamela Rothwell, Lawrence, and the late Glenn Rothwell. She attended Lawrence High School and has worked as a customer service representative. The future groom is the son of Leon Holl, Belleville, and Renee Holl, Lawrence. He graduated from Lawrence
New junior members of the American Angus Association include Molly Ogden and G ra h a m O g d e n , both of Lawrence. Junior members of the Association are eligible to register cattle in the American Angus Association, participate in programs conducted by the National Junior Aaron Jude Holl and Angus Association and take Amanda Rothwell Woytinek part in Association-sponsored shows and other High and has worked as a national and regional events. welder. The couple plan a May 12, ● More Around and About news. Page 8B 2012, wedding in Lawrence.
Jan and Matthew Higgins ter’s degree in nursing at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. She is a registered nurse in the Cardiac Care Unit at Memorial Hospital Central in Colorado Springs. The groom is a graduate of El Molino High School. He is the owner of Accu-Pro Coatings, a painting and coating business, in Colorado Springs. The couple reside in Colorado Springs.
Michele and Wally Wondrack ty and is employed in foreign purchasing by Tytan International in Lenexa. The groom is a graduate of Lawrence High School. He earned a bachelor’s degree from KU and is employed in sales at Pinstripes on the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City, Mo. The couple reside in Lawrence.
MEETINGS AND GATHERINGS Sunday Sunday Afternoon Bridge Club, 1 p.m., Kaw Valley Bridge Center in the I-70 Business Center, 1025 N. Third St., Suite 120. For more information, contact Chris Lane at 842-2655 or chrisserlane@yahoo.com. O.U.R.S. (Oldsters United for Responsible Service) dance, 6 p.m.-9 p.m., Eagles Lodge, 1803 W. Sixth St. Everyone welcome. Admission is $5. Band: Country Way.
Monday Lawrence Rotary Club, noon, Holiday Inn Lawrence, 200 McDonald Drive. Guest speaker: Sarah Shier, Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar. Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging, the Heart of America Hospice and the Alzheimer’s Association Heart of America Chapter, 5 p.m.-6 p.m., Lawrence Public Library auditorium, 707 Vt. For more information or details on the other locations, contact Pattie, Senior Outreach Services of the Library, 843-3833 extension 115 or Lee at Heart of America Hospice, (800) 396-7778. Monday Evening Bridge Club, 6:45 p.m., Kaw Valley Bridge Center in the I-70 Business Center. Eagles Auxiliary No. 309, 7 p.m., Eagles Lodge, 1803 W. Sixth St.
Lawrence Chess Club, 7 p.m.11p.m., Perkins Restaurant, 1711 W. 23rd St. For more information, contact James FoucheSchack (785) 371-0149 or jfschack@sunflower.com.
meeting, 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m., Kansas National Guard Armory, 200 Iowa, 841-0752. Lawrence Photo Alliance, 7 p.m.- 9 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H.
Tuesday
Wednesday
Lawrence Breakfast Optimists, 7 a.m., Smith Center, Brandon Woods at Alvamar, 4730 Brandon Woods Terrace. Lawrence Noon Lions Club, noon lunch and program, Conroy’s Pub, 3115 W. Sixth St. Sertoma Club of Lawrence, noon-1 p.m., Lawrence Country Club, 400 Country Club Terrace. For more information, visit lawrencesertoma.com/. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Douglas County, 5:15 p.m., 1525 W. Sixth St., Suite A. Information meeting for prospective volunteers. For more information, call 843-7359. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), 6 p.m., BridgePointe Community Church, 601 W. 29th Terrace. For more information, contact Felicia Brown at 8431692. American Legion Auxiliary, 6:30 p.m. dinner, 7:30 p.m. meeting, American Legion Post No. 14, 3408 W. Sixth St. American Legion Dorsey Liberty Post No. 14, 6:30 p.m. dinner, 7:30 p.m. meeting, Legionacres II, 3408 W. Sixth St. Civil Air Patrol informational
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Douglas County, noon, 1525 W. Sixth St., Suite A. Information meeting for prospective volunteers. For more information, call 843-7359. Cosmopolitan Club, noon, Holiday Inn Lawrence, 200 McDonald Drive. KU Toastmasters Club, noon1 p.m., KU campus, Learned Hall, Room 2140. Membership is open to the public. For more information, call Tom Mulinazzi at 864-2928, or e-mail him at: tomm@ku.edu. Lawrence Central Rotary Club, noon, Eldridge Hotel, 701 Mass. Wednesday Afternoon Bridge Club, 12:30 p.m., Kaw Valley Bridge Center in the I-70 Business Center. O.U.R.S. (Oldsters United for Responsible Service) dance, 2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m., Eagles Lodge, 1803 W. Sixth St. Everyone welcome. Admission is $3. Band: J-Bs. Altrusa International Inc. of Lawrence, 5:30 p.m. social hour, 6 p.m. dinner and business
Fenlon, second in A and first in B; Yvonne Hedges and Shirley Reese, third in A and second in B; Virginia Seaver and James Gunn, fourth in A; Janice Hollowell and Jolene Andersen, fifth in A and third in B; Jean Otney and Florine Creek, fourth in B; and Addie Nyquist and Patricia Lechtenberg, first in C. Other qualifiers were Chris Lane and Jan O’Connor followed by Debbie Bettinger and Barbara McCorkle.
East-West winners were Craig Huneke and Ed Howard, first in A; David Piro and Paul Heitzman, second in A; Catherine Blumenfeld and Lynn Hui, third in A, and first in B and C; Sally Taylor and Klee Zaricky, fourth in A and second in B; and Jack Flickinger and Dick Shaffer, fifth in A, third in B and second in C. Other qualifiers were Eldon Herd and Angie Davidson followed by Betty Collier and Marge Hitchcock.
Please see MEETINGS, page 8B
CLUB NEWS University Bridge Club announces results of its July 23 meeting with hosts Karmie and Edna Galle. Pink winners: Carol Smith, first; Edna Galle, second; Carolyn Harden, third; Wanda Kring, fourth; and Alice Akin, fifth. Blue winners: Mary Kanous, first; Doug Baur, second; Al Smith, third; Steven Bogler, fourth; and Tom Waller, fifth. ●
The Wednesday Afternoon Duplicate Bridge Club’s game on July 20 was a North American Pairs Qualification game and was directed by Chris Lane. NorthSouth winners were Steven Vossler and Vince Nordberg, first in A; Chris Lane and Mona Bell, second in A and first in B; Dianne Childs and Judy Hildreth, third in A and second in B; Margarete Hartman and Albert Ballard, fourth in A, third in B and
first in C; and Cathy Blumenfeld and Debbie Bettinger tied in fourth in B and second in C with Florine Creek and Barbara McCorkle. East-West winners were Elizabeth Jankord and John Oxley, first in A; Virginia Seaver and Jerry Sloan, second in A; Ann Thompson and Dick Shaffer, third in A, and first in B and C; Jan O’Connor and Bobby Patton, fourth in A and second in B; and Jean Khatib and Patricia Lechten-
berg, third in B and second in C. Other qualifiers were Paul Heitzman and David Piro followed by Lois Clark and Shirley Reese. ●
The Friday Afternoon Duplicate Bridge Club’s game on July 22 was a North American Qualifying game and was directed by Virginia Seaver. North-South winners were Larry Weatherholt and Steven Vossler, first in A; Wanda Durbin and Mary