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TUESDAY, MARCH 15, 2016

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Kimberlee Gerardy & Kyle Baker Bruce and Laurel Gerardy of Stillman Valley announce the engagement of their daughter, Kimberlee Laurel Gerardy of Ames, Iowa, to Kyle Bruce Baker of Ames, the son of David and Kathy Baker of Morning Sun, Iowa.

The bride-elect is a 2011 graduate of Stillman Valley High School and a 2014 graduate of Iowa State University, with a degree in animal science. She is employed by the ISU College of Veterinary Medicine as a research associate. She will start veterinary school at Iowa State in August.

Her fiancé is a 2009 graduate of Mediapolis High School and a 2015 graduate of Iowa State University with a degree in agriculture studies-agronomy. He is employed by Key Cooperative in Zearing, Iowa.

The couple are planning a July 23, 2016 wedding at St. Mary Catholic Church in Sperry, Iowa.

Invitations will be sent.

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Engagement of

Kjerstin Beswick & Corbin Milbrath Loren and Ann Beswick of Sterling announce the engagement of their daughter, Kjerstin Ann Marie Beswick of North Liberty, Iowa, to Corbin Robert Milbrath of North Liberty, the son of Robert and Jodie Milbrath of Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

The bride-elect is a 2010 graduate of Orangeville High School and a 2015 graduate of Western Illinois University, with a liberal arts degree. She is employed by Maurices in Coralville, Iowa.

Her fiancé is a 2009 graduate of Kennedy High School in Cedar Rapids. He is employed by IBM. The couple are planning a June 5, 2016 wedding at Celebration Farm in Iowa City, Iowa.

Invitations will be sent.

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Sarah Beswick & Samuel Welch Loren and Ann Beswick of Sterling announce the engagement of their daughter, Sarah Katharine Ruth Beswick of Sterling, to Samuel Todd Welch of South Korea, the son of Todd and Melody Welch of Orangeville.

The bride-elect is a 2014 graduate of Newman Central Catholic High School and a 2016 graduate of Sauk Valley Community College. She will attend Western Illinois University Quad Cities in the fall. She is employed by Arthur’s Garden Deli.

Her fiancé is a 2014 graduate of Orangeville High School and is serving in the Army.

The couple are planning an Aug. 28, 2016 wedding at St. Paul Lutheran Church.

Invitations will be sent.

Happy Birthday

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Donald Nelson Donald Nelson of Franklin Grove celebrated his 81st birthday March 11, 2016, at The Meadows of Franklin Grove.

He was born March 6, 1935, in ChiThe Bass Family cago, and is married to Peg Nelson. He Five generations of the Bass family gathered during the holidays in Jonesboro, has three sons, eight grandchildren, and Arkansas. They are (from left) Richard Bass, great-grandfather; Roberta Bass, great- nine great-grandchildren. great-grandmother; Le Anne Bratton, grandmother, holding Bo Bratton, son; and Cards may be addressed to 510 N. State Jeremy Bratton, father.

St., Apt. 210, Franklin Grove, IL 61031.

Celebrating 93

Beth Tarvin Beth Tarvin will celebrate her 93rd birthday March 16, 2016.

She was born March 16, 1923, and was married to the late D.M. “Tarv” Tarvin.

She has two children.

Cards may be sent to Heritage Square, 620 N. Ottawa Ave., Dixon, IL 61021.

Polo Community High School Alumni Association Banquet The Polo Community High School Alumni Association Banquet will be at 6:30 p.m.

June 4 in the gym, 100 S. Union Ave., Polo.

The featured speaker will be Tom Johnson, a member of the Class of 1961, military veteran, and health care professional.

All alumni parents, alumni booster club members, and Class of 2016 (no charge) members are welcome. The cost is $15 per person.

Dinner will be prepared and served by members of Faith United Methodist Church.

Tickets are available at First state Bank Shannon-Polo, Davis-Schryver Insurance, the school, Polo Shell, Casey’s General Store, Donna Peugh, Kurt Cavanaugh, Ted Boddiger, and Tom Johnson.

Email twjohnson-1@comcast.net for more information.

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Gabany & Desjardins

Miller & Houston

The Gabany family are tickled to add Nicole, a beautiful young lady to our family. Dr. Nik and Nicole have dated for over 2 years. On Nov. 20, 2015, Nik got on one knee at the planetarium in Chicago with the skyline as his backdrop, and asked Nicole to be his bride for life! She said yes! They then helicoptered around Chicago in the snow. The evening ended with dinner at Michael Jordan’s Steakhouse!

We wish them both “the Happily Ever After!”

Keith and Cindy Gabany of Dixon announce the engagement of their son, Dr. Niklaus Gabany of Danville, to Nicole Desjardins of Bloomingdale, the daughter of Mark and Jill Desjardins of Park Ridge.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Main South High School in Park Ridge and Southern Illinois University – Carbondale, with a master’s degree in educational leadership.

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She is employed as an assistant principal at Bloomingdale School District in Bloomingdale.

Her fiancé is a graduate of Dixon High School and Palmer College of Chiropractic, with a doctorate degree.

He is employed by Robinson Chiropractic as an associate in Danville.

The couple are planning a Jan. 7, 2017 wedding in Geneva.

Invitations will be sent.

Lisa Miller & Joshua Houston

Lisa A. Miller and Joshua D. Houston, both of Mount Carroll, announce their engagement.

The bride-elect is the daughter of Roger and Brenda Miller of Savanna; her fiancé is the son of Scott and Cindy Sisler of Mount Carroll and Daniel and Ann Houston of Jonesboro, Tennessee.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Mount Carroll High School.

She is employed by P&P Industries in Sterling.

Her fiancé is a graduate of Mount Carroll High School and served in the Air Force in Hampton, Virginia.

He is employed by Domestic Plumbing and Heating in Clinton, Iowa.

The couple are planning a May 14, 2016 wedding in Mount Carroll.

Invitations have been sent.

60th Anniversary

60th Anniversary Mr. & Mrs. Glen Hart

On March 31, 1956, Glen Hart and Jeanette Long were united in holy marriage at St. John Lutheran Church in Ashton.

Their attendants were Lyle Warner and Rosella (Warner) Gonnerman.

After the service, they enjoyed lunch at Maxson Manor in Oregon.

They are the parents of Glen (Bridgit) Hart of Ashton, Glenda (Frank) Valle of Oglesby, and Galen (Debbie) Hart of Amboy.

They have nine grandchildren, Mia (Frank Munroe) Hart of Overland Park, Kansas; Ana (Jamie) Jozefowicz of Rochelle; Josef Hart of Amboy; Frank (Noreen) Valle of Chicago; Brett (Alisha) Valle of Oglesby; Jordan Valle (Mallory Paul) of Bettendorf, Iowa; Stephanie; Emily Hart of Chicago; and Adam Hart of Amboy.

They also are blessed with three great-grandchildren, Frank, Raphael, and Trevor Valle.

Glen and Jeanette lived on the Hart Family farm for 57 years before moving to Dixon.

They farmed in Lee and Ogle counties their entire lives.

Glen still works with his sons on the family farms. He enjoys refinishing and riding antique tractors.

Jeanette has helped with the farming operation by working in the fields, running errands, keeping books, and providing meals for them.

She loves to bake, cook, and garden.

She has made numerous birthday cakes, wedding cakes, and cookies for her family and friends over the years.

They continue to travel to many children’s and grandchildren’s activities.

They will celebrate their anniversary with a family dinner.

Cards may be sent to 1018 Tee St., Dixon, IL 61021.

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50th Anniversary

Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Reglin Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Reglin Jr. of Boise, Idaho, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary March 11, 2016.

Kenneth Reglin Jr. and Nancy Ferguson were married March 11, 1966, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Dixon.

They are the parents of Bryant (Trishia) Reglin of Edmonds, Wash-

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ington, and Tracy (Chuck Herman) Reglin of Glendale, Arizona.

They have three grandchildren, Corbin Pearson and Ashley Herman of Glendale, Arizona, and Scott Reglin of Boise.

Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 4225 N. Mountain View Drive, Boise, ID 83704-3536.

50th Anniversary

Mr. & Mrs. John Mumford John and Neola Mumford of Dixon will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary March 25, 2016.

They are the parents of two daughters, Melissa (Phil) Short of Mount Morris and Meri of West Bend, Wis-

consin; and grandparents to Daltan Short and Skylar Short, both of Mount Morris.

Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 1523 W. Sixth St., Dixon IL 61021.

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Mr. & Mrs. John Sigel John and Gail Sigel of Rock Falls will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary March 25, 2016.

John Thomas Sigel and Barbara Gail Wagster were married on March 25, 1966, in Dixon.

They are the parents of Thom (Alicia) Sigel of Rock Island, Kim (Brent) Hanson of Hudson, and

Todd (Amy) Sigel of Rock Falls.

They have nine grandchildren, Trey, Haley, Colton, Brianna, Kaitlyn, Aiden, Jon, Abbee, and Jacee.

Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 904 E. Humphrey Ave, Rock Falls, IL 61071.

Celebrations photos may be picked up anytime after the issue is published.

Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday through Friday in Sterling; and 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m.

Monday through Friday in Dixon.

For more information, call 815-284-2222 or 815-625-3600, ext. 5501, or 815-284-2224.

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25th Anniversary

40th Anniversary

Mr. & Mrs. Glen Weatherwax

Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Gorman

Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Gorman will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary March 20, 2016.

Patrick Gorman and Carol O’Hare were married March 20, 1976, in Dixon.

They are the parents of three children, Amanda (Michael) Dickson of Boise, Idaho, Bridget (Timothy) Schlein of Dubuque, Iowa, and Dr.

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Eoin Patrick (Megan) Gorman of Milwaukee. In addition to their three children, they have four grandchildren, Michael, Brenna, Norah, and Patrick.

A family celebration at the Basil Tree is planned for March 19 in Dixon.

The couple will take a fall cruise from Toronto to Quebec, Nova Scotia, Bar Harbor, Maine, and Boston; and a late fall trip to Ireland with family.

Linda and Glen Weatherwax of Sterling were married in the First Presbyterian Church on March 23, 1991.

They will celebrate on a Duoro River Cruise in Portugal, and then later this summer with family and friends (to be announced).

Linda and Glen are both retired teachers from Sterling Public Schools (35 years) and from the National Geographic Society (25 years) as teacher consultants, presenting their first workshop together on their honeymoon.

Glen is employed part-time as a truant officer for the Regional Office of Education No. 47.

They have three children, Michelle (Jason) Krieger of Tulsa, Oklahoma; Dustin (Delora) Winchell of Chalkhill, Pennsylvania; and Dale (Kelli) Winchell in Culebra, Puerto Rico.

They have four grandchildren, Keegan (20), Reilly (18), Cooper (14), and Trinity (13).

Cards and best wishes may be sent to 1704 Wetherby Court, Sterling, IL 61081.

Happy 101st Birthday

Happy 103rd Birthday, Esther Haack Esther Haack of Dixon will celebrate her 103rd birthday March 29, 2016.

Esther was born March 29, 1913, in Chicago, and married Carl Haack.

She has one son, Greg (Jo Ellen) Haack.

She also has three grandchildren, Carlie Hoyle, Jamie Haack, and Andy Haack; and three great-grandchildren, Travis Lang, Emily Lynch, and Haley Rees.

Cards may be sent to Esther Haack, 713 Assembly Place, Dixon, IL 61021.

Marian Bollman Marian Bollman of Dixon celebrated her 101st birthday with a party at Angelo’s III. Marian was surrounded by her family and friends.

Marian was born March 1, 1915, and was married for 62 years to the late Wilbur Bollman.

She has four children, Janet War-

ner, Frank Bollman, Dale Bollman, and Marvin Bollman (deceased).

Marian has 13 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren, and six greatgreat-grandchildren.

Marian loves to receive cards.

They may be sent to Marian Bollman, 124 Liberty Court, Dixon, IL 61021.

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Happy Birthday

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Celebrating 96

Celebrating 93

Viola Harp

Marian Barry

Viola Harp of Franklin Grove celebrated her 96th birthday March 11, 2016, at The Meadows of Franklin Grove.

She was born March 8, 1920, in Laurel County, Kentucky, and was married to the late Carl Harp.

She has three sons, five grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and one greatgreat-grandchild.

Cards may be sent to 510 N. State St., Apt. 225, Franklin Grove, IL 61031.

Marian Barry of Franklin Grove celebrated her 93rd birthday March 11, 2016, at The Meadows of Franklin Grove.

She was born March 12, 1923, in Pine Rock Township, and was married to the late Allen Barry.

She has three children, seven grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

Cards may be sent to 510 N. State St., Apt. 125, Franklin Grove, IL 61031.

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Celebrating 88 Celebrating 90

Fran Weiser Fran Weiser of Dixon will celebrate her 90th birthday March 18, 2016.

She was born March 18, 1926, and was married to the late Walter Weiser.

She has one daughter, two grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

Cards may be sent to 1102 Beech Drive, Dixon, IL 61021.

Roberta Bass Roberta Bass of Rock Falls will celebrate her 88th birthday March 21, 2016.

She was born March 21, 1928, and was married to the late Everett Bass.

She has four children (one deceased), 12 grandchildren (one deceased), 20 great-grandchildren, and six greatgreat-grandchildren.

Cards may be sent to 509 E. Ninth St., Rock Falls, IL 61071-1812.

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Celebrating 87

Allyn Parker Allyn Parker of Franklin Grove celebrated his 87th birthday March 11, 2016, at The Meadows of Franklin Grove.

He was born March 24, 1935, in Ottawa.

Cards may be sent to 510 N. State St., Apt. 114, Franklin Grove, IL 61031.

Celebrating 85

Marguerite Leffelman Marguerite “Marge” Leffelman of Amboy celebrated her 85th birthday March 4, 2016.

She was born March 4, 1931, and was married to the late Kenneth Leffelman.

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Celebrations Celebrations Editor: Andrea Mills, ext. 5575 Mary Near, assisting, ext. 5530 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.

Edition March 29 April 12 April 26 May 10

Issue Deadline 5 p.m. March 18 5 p.m. April 1 5 p.m. April 15 5 p.m. April 29

Locally Owned - 10 Franchises - All in 1 Location

Serving the Sauk Valley Area for over 50 years Ken Nelson Auto Group would like to thank the following Employees for their years of hard work and dedication.

March Anniversaries

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Birthday

Birthday Open House for Elaine Jacox’s 90th Birthday

Ronald L. Macklin is celebrating his 80th birthday and recent retirement from Macklin Inc. after 61 years of faithful service.

He was a member of Local 150 Operators Union for more than 53 years. His new-found time will be spent with his wife, Elsie, three children, eight grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren.

With any extra time, he plans to enjoy fishing, woodworking, and traveling.

Cards honoring his retirement and 80th birthday can be sent to 1326 Northlake Court, Rochelle, IL 61068.

1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Sunday, March 20, 2016 Paw Paw Community Building, 362 Chicago Road, Paw Paw. Lunch will be provided.

Please, No Presents.

You may bring a card if your heart desires.

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Happy 80th Birthday

Happy 70th Birthday

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Neola Mumford

Virginia “Gini” Martin will be celebrating her 80th birthday March 28, 2016.

She was married to the late Merlin Martin Jr. She has two sons, Bud (Leslee) Martin of Dixon and Jeff (Mary) Martin of Byron. She has one grandson, Ryan.

Gini is a retired teacher’s aide for Dixon Schools. She is an avid reader, sports enthusiast, and bingo player.

Gini also enjoys playing cards with family and friends.

She will celebrate with a family dinner. Cards may be sent to 1304 Park Lane, Dixon, IL 61021.

Neola Mumford of Dixon celebrated her 70th birthday March 13, 2016.

Neola is married to John Mumford, and has two daughters and two grandsons.

Cards may be sent to 1523 W. Sixth St., Dixon, IL 61021.

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ATTENTION READERS: Sauk Valley Media and Bureau County Republican are publishing a

QUILTED BARN BOOK Deadline for submission is April 30, 2016

in 2016 If you would like your barn to be included in this publication, please submit a photo, along with some basic information to:

Sauk Valley Media, Quilted Barn Book 3200 E. Lincolnway, Sterling, IL 61081 or Bureau County Republican, Quilted Barn Book 800 Ace Rd., Princeton, IL 61356

Owner(s) of barn: __________________________________ Phone number: ____________________________________ Address of barn: ___________________________________ Information about barn: _____________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________

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Happy Birthday

Mary Sitter Look Who’s Turning 9 Addison Grace Campbell March 25 We Love You, All Your Family

Birthday

The Rickert family got together to celebrate Mary Sitter’s 87th birthday Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, at Galena Steakhouse in Dixon.

After lunch, the family gathered at the home of Randy and Concha Sitter for cake and ice cream.

Those attending include (stand-

ing, from left) John and Sue Rickert, Joanne Fuller, Maureen Flynn, Susan (Sitter) Whitemountain, Randy and Concha Sitter, Lee Hackney, and Burdette Klever; and (sitting) Joyce Flynn, Mary Sitter, Esther Rickert, Judy and Don Lee, and Janice Klever.

Welcome

Penny Boseneiler You’ll be 63 on St. Patrick’s Day, And in that time you’ve come a long way.

You’re faithful, caring, and kind, To all that come into your mind.

And the love that you show me, Makes me want to be the husband I should be.

I am so blessed to have you for my wife, So Happy Birthday to the love of my life.

I do love you more.

Terry

Julian Adam Gabany

Rebekah and Adam Gabany of Springfield are the parents of a son born at 9:36 p.m. Nov. 9, 2015, at Memorial Hospital in Springfield.

Julian Adam Gabany weighed 8 pounds, 12.5 ounces at birth and was 21 inches in length.

Maternal grandparents are Richard and Alma Van Dyke and Sue Van Dyke.

Paternal grandparents are Cindy and Keith Gabany.

Maternal great-grandmother is Theresa Bomke of Springfield.

Paternal great-grandparents are Richard Nicklaus of Rockford and the late Betty Nicklaus.

The Gabany family are thrilled to welcome our first grandchild and nephew! The joy has been endless!

We could not be more proud!

We have been given a special gift.

Grandma and Grandpa, Christopher, Dr. Nik and Nicole

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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 contacted 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 submitted 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), halfpage 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), quarter-page paid (one or two photos), half-page paid (two photos), and full-page paid (up to four photos).

Announcements beginning with the 25th anniversary, and then in 5-year

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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), quarter-page paid (one or two photos), halfpage paid (two photos), and full-page paid (up to four photos) are available.

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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 quarter-page 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

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with long lists of names may require at least a halfpage 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 quarterpage format at no charge, with a photo allowed.

For more information regarding Celebrations, contact Andrea Mills at 815284-2222, ext. 5575, or 815625-3600, 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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Hello Friends, I have truly enjoyed my association with Vera Bradley and Pandora Jewelry, as well as the many wonderful relationships we have built with you, our valued customers. However, after careful and thoughtful consideration, I am announcing that I will be discontinuing the Vera Bradley and Pandora Jewelry product lines in my Merle Norman Studio.

This transition will allow us to concentrate fully on serving our Merle Norman Customers. Effective immediately, all in stock Pandora and Vera Bradley items will be offered at 30% off.* I would like to express my appreciation for your loyalty and I thank you for your continued support.

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