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Audra Chandler & Jeffrey Personette Audra Chandler and Jeffrey Personette of Dixon announce their engagement.

The bride-elect is the daughter of Diane Chandler of Polo and the late James Chandler; her fiancé is the son of Richard and Pamela Personette of Mount Morris.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Polo Community High School and attends Sauk Valley Community College.

Her fiancé is a graduate of Mount Morris High School. He is employed by Woods Equipment Co. in Oregon.

The couple are planning an April 24, 2015 wedding in Dixon.

Invitations have been sent.

Margaret Cordell and Christopher Sodergren-Baar of Rockford announce their engagement.

The bride-elect is the daughter of Charles and Anne Cordell of Dixon; her fiancé is the son of Michael and Sandra Baar of Dixon.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Newman Central Catholic High School and Saint Anthony College of Nursing. She is employed by Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee.

Her fiancé is a graduate of Dixon High School; Eastern Illinois University, with a bachelor’s degree; and National Louis University, with a master’s degree. He is employed by the Cathedral of St. Peter School in Rockford.

The couple are planning a May 2, 2015 wedding at the Cathedral of St. Peter.

Invitations have been sent.

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Rachel Rahn & Timothy Keil Engagement of Elmer and Annette Rahn of Mount Carroll announce the engagement of their daughter, Rachel Rahn, to Timothy Keil, the son of Steven and Erna Keil of Whitewater, Wisconsin.

The bride-elect is a 2009 graduate of Chadwick-Milledgeville High School and a 2013 graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, with a degree in agricultural business and a minor in business administration. She is an office manager at Cintas in Milwaukee.

Her fiancé is a 2009 graduate of Whitewater High School and a 2013 graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, with a degree in agricultural education. He is a Precision agriculture specialist at Landmark Services Cooperative in Juda, Wisconsin.

The couple are planning a November 2015 wedding.

Invitations will be sent.

Hillary Fahs & Kevin Folkers Hillary Fahs of Ashton and Kevin Folkers of Polo announce their engagement.

The bride-elect is the daughter of Edward and Debra Fahs of Ashton; her fiancé is the son of Brad and Jan Folkers of Polo.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Ashton-Franklin Center High School, Sauk Valley Community College, and Indiana Wesleyan University. She is a registered nurse at KSB Hospital.

Her fiancé is a graduate of Polo Community High School and the University of Wisconsin – Platteville. He is a selfemployed farmer at Folkers Farms.

The couple are planning a July 4, 2015 wedding at Crossroads Community Church in Polo.

Invitations will be sent.

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Dawn Sherman and Anthony Castillo of Sterling announce their engagement.

The bride-elect is the daughter of Lloyd and Laurie Sherman of Sterling; her fiancé is the son of Arnulfo and Margaret Castillo of Sterling.

The bride-elect is a graduate of Sterling High School. She is employed by Sauk Valley Bank.

Her fiancé is a graduate of Sterling High School, Brooks Institute, and Western Illinois University,with a Bachelor of Science degree in recreation, park, tourism and administration. He is employed by Sterling-Rock Falls YMCA. The couple are planning a June 6, 2015 wedding Invitations will be sent.

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Ashley Fauble & Timothy Geiger Ashley Fauble of Rock Falls and Timothy Geiger of Sterling announce their engagement.

The bride-elect is the daughter of Robert and Wendy Fauble of Rock Falls; her fiancé is the son of Michael and Kay Geiger of Sterling.

The bride-elect is employed by KSB Hospital in Dixon.

Her fiancé is employed by Altorfer Ag Products.

The couple are planning a June 20, 2015 wedding at Immanuel Lutheran Church.

Invitations will be sent.

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.

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Gipson & Bertrand

Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Bertrand and wedding party

The couple married on Oct. 11, 2014, in Rock Falls Danielle Jamae Patrice Gipson and Jeffrey Christopher Bertrand, both of Bloomington, were united in marriage at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014, at St. Andrew Catholic Church in Rock Falls.

The Rev. Monsignor Thomas Dzielak, pastor, officiated at the wedding ceremony and nuptial Mass.

The bride is the daughter of Ronald Gipson of Rock Falls and Patricia Olson of Sterling. The groom is the son of Jeffrey L. and Rebecca Bertrand of Pontiac.

Escorted by her father, the bride wore a mermaid-style, ivory gown, featuring a chapel train. The gown had a deep V-neckline and illusion straps. Beaded lace appliqués detailed the bodice, the illusion straps, and portions of the skirt. A satin, ruched band accented the waist. She wore a waist-length, lace-edged, bridal veil attached to a pearl-inlaid headpiece.

She carried a bouquet of burnt orange calla lilies, gold mums, and deep purple roses, wrapped in ivory, satin ribbon.

The bride carried her mother’s rosary beads; she also chose to tuck her paternal grandmother’s rosary beads within her bouquet. She wore a matching set of pearl and diamond earrings and necklace, with the matching bracelet,

all gifts from her father. The bride also wore a specially-engraved, gold bracelet, given by her mother. On her right hand, the bride wore the wedding rings of her two paternal great-grandmothers, a family tradition.

The matron of honor was Danielle’s cousin, Jessica Gipson Hoerner of Bloomington. The bridesmaids included Emily Sharboneau of Chicago and Cali Froeter Miles of Lyndon, high school friends of the bride, as well as the groom’s sister, Andrea Bertrand, of Silver Spring, Maryland.

Cousins of the groom from Pontiac, Ava Bertrand and Simone Bertrand, were the junior bridesmaid and the flower girl, respectively. The bride’s personal attendant was Sarah Drey of Morrison, her college friend.

The four bridal attendants each wore satin, eggplant-colored, A-line, V-neck, floor-length dresses, tied at the back, with ruching at the bodice, similar to the design of bride’s wedding gown. The junior bridesmaid wore a silver, A-line, floor-length dress. They each carried a rounded bouquet of orange mums and burnt orange roses, wrapped in platinum ribbon. The flower girl wore an ivory, lace, floor-length dress, with a silver sash and bow. She carried a decora-

tive basket of gold mums with silver ribbon.

Jeff chose his high school friend, Brandon Smith of Bloomington, to be his best man. The groomsmen were Brandon Hoerner of Bloomington, friend of the couple; Jacob Willock of Pontiac, high school friend of the groom; and the groom’s father, Jeffrey L. Bertrand of Pontiac. The ring bearers were Evan Willock of Pontiac, friend of the groom, and Mason Hoerner of Bloomington, cousin of the bride.

The guests were ushered by Brayden Everly of Sterling, cousin of the bride, and Travis Rutherford of Spring Valley, cousin of the groom.

The groom and the two ring bearers wore black tuxedoes with silver, satin vests and ties, while the other men in the wedding party were dressed in black tuxedoes with eggplant-colored, satin vests and ties. The groom wore a burnt orange, calla lily boutonniere in honor of his late paternal grandfather.

The other men had boutonnieres of yellow mums.

Program attendants were Christine Howard Williamson of Laramie, Wyoming, sister of the bride, and Geraldine Wike of Rock Falls, great-aunt of the bride. Amy Kimmel of Sterling, cousin

of the bride, registered the guests.

The organist was Marianne Hoffmiller of Rock Falls, the bride’s high school music teacher, with the vocal selections being performed by Anna Kurtz of Sterling.

A dinner and dance for the couple, their families and guests, were at 4:30 p.m. in the grand ballroom of the Rock Falls Days Inn. Hostesses were Candy Gipson of Rock Falls and Kathy Walker of Prophetstown, aunts of the bride, and Amy Rutherford of Spring Valley, aunt of the groom.

Danielle is a 2004 graduate of Sterling’s Newman Central Catholic High School.

She graduated from Sauk Valley Community College, Dixon, in 2006. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in 2009 from St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa. She is employed in management at CVS Pharmacy in Bloomington.

Jeff is a 2001 graduate of Pontiac High School. He received an Associate in Arts degree in 2006 from Heartland Community College in Normal. The groom is employed at Menards Home Improvement Center in Bloomington, as a commercial/contractor account manager.

The newly-married Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey C. Bertrand reside in Bloomington.

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Rodriquez & Drabek Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Drabek Married Feb. 7, 2015, in Deer Grove Kenneth Drabek and Mary Rodriquez were united in marriage Feb. 7, 2015, at Deer Valley Golf Club in Deer Grove.

The Rev. Paul Sheeley officiated.

Kenneth is the son of the late Dorothy and Julian Drabek, and Mary is the daughter of Mary Shankel and the late Bill Shankel.

The best man was Nick Skweres, son-in-law. The

maid of honor was Christina Mikl, granddaughter, with a junior bridesmaid, Alyssa Razo, great-granddaughter, and ring bearers, Jack Skweres, grandson, and Evan Razo, great-grandson of the couple.

Sons, Rod Razo, Mark Razo, and Tim Razo and grandson, Ryan Razo walked the bride down the aisle. The ushers were Stephan Razo, Brianna

Razo, Marrissa Razo, Samantha Razo, and Matt Razo, grandchildren of the couple.

Ken and Mary are making their home in Sterling.

Ken is retired from Pace bus after 37 years, and Mary is retired from Walmart after 28 years.

The couple wish to thank everyone who shared their day with them and made it so special.

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65th Anniversary

Ewald & Dunphy

Stacey Ewald & Brandon Dunphy

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The parents of Stacey Ewald announce the engagement of their daughter to Brandon Dunphy.

The bride-elect is the daughter of Steve and Karen Becker of Amboy and Eric Ewald of Dixon.

The groom-to-be is the son of Michelle Longtin, Brad Dunphy, Lowell Ligtenberg, and Amy Haas, all of Dixon.

The bride-elect is a 2008 graduate of Dixon High School, a 2012 graduate of Augustana College, and a 2014 graduate of Aurora University, with a master’s degree in accounting. She is employed by CliftonLarsonAllen, as an assurance associate.

Her fiancé is a 2008 graduate of Dixon High School. He is employed by Union Pacific Railroad, as a locomotive and mechanical supervisor.

The couple will be married September 12, 2015, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Dixon.

PLANNING A SEPTEMBER 12, 2015 WEDDING

Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Sieberns Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Sieberns of Dixon will be celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary.

Ila Mae Rogers and Kenneth Sieberns were married March 18, 1950, at Harmon Methodist Church.

They are the proud parents of two children, Susan (Hilo) Hanson of Plano and Sharon (Dr. Brent)

Stanford of Homewood.

Ken and Ila Mae have two grandchildren, Sean Cody and Madeline Kendall Stanford of Homewood.

Ken and Ila Mae will be celebrating with a family brunch April 19, 2015, at Drury Lane in Oak Brook.

Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 724 A Medinah Court, Dixon, IL 61021.

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65th Anniversary

Shannon Scroggins, APN, FNP-BC

Mr. & Mrs. Charles Jones

Mr. and Mrs. Charles “Bill” Jones of Amboy celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary March 18, 2015, with a family dinner.

Ila Meyer and Charles “Bill” Jones of Paw Paw were married March 18, 1950, in Lee. They are the parents of four

Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner

We are pleased to announce that Shannon Scroggins, APN, FNP-BC has joined Dr. William Bird and Cindy Wadsworth, RN, CNP at the CGH Morrison Clinic & Vision Center.

children, Ben (Deb) of Missouri and Ken (Peg), Linda (Curtis) Harrison, and Laurie (Craig) Walter, all of Amboy.

They have six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 121 N. Jones, Amboy, IL 61310.

Shannon Scroggins received her MSN from Northern Illinois University School of Nursing in DeKalb and her BSN from St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa.

She is a Certified Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Shannon is accepting new patients, including same day appointments, at her office at CGH Morrison Clinic & Vision Center, 105 S. Heaton Street. To schedule an appointment, call 815.772.8100.

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25th Anniversary

Mr. & Mrs. John Gragert John and Becky Gragert of Rock Falls celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary March 17, 2015.

It was 34 years ago that John and Becky skated together for the first time. From that moment on, they would become the best of friends and grow their love for each other over the years.

On March 17, 1990, they married, and in time had four sons, Gaston, Bradon,

Kylon, and Nolan. Their son, Gaston, married Sarah Pross from New Jersey, and so their family grew in a wonderful way.

The Gragert family owns and operates Family Stone Memorials in Rock Falls.

John and Becky celebrated their silver anniversary on a horse and buggy ride throughout Chicago, as well as dinner with family and friends.

Birthday 50th Anniversary Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Nehring

Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Nehring of Morrison will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary April 24, 2015.

In celebration, their children have planned an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2015, at Messiah Lutheran Church in Sterling.

All friends and family are invited to attend. No gifts, please.

Karen Hinrichs of Milledgeville and Ron Nehring of Sterling were married April 24, 1965, at Messiah

Lutheran Church in Sterling.

They are the parents of two children, John (Karen) Nehring of Westland, Michigan, and Janet Nehring of Dixon. They have one grandson, Michael.

Ron is retired from RB&W Reliant Fastener, and currently drives for RC Smith. Karen is retired from school bus driving and Sterling Public Schools. She currently volunteers at Self Help Enterprises and CGH weekly.

Our little man turned one on Jan. 12, 2015.

Happy Birthday, Jaron Gabriel Walter We love you!

Love, Mommy, Daddy, and family

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Happy Birthday

Happy Birthday

Celebrating 80

Patricia Levan

Marie Cordes Rolofson of Sterling celebrated her 80th birthday March 13, 2015.

She was born March 13, 1935, and married Gordon Rolofson.

She has two children, three stepchildren, four grandchildren, seven stepgrandchildren, and five step-greatgrandchildren.

Cards may be sent to 7750 E. Broadway Road, No. 586, Mesa, AZ 85208.

Patricia Levan of Dixon will celebrate her 80th birthday with an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. April 11, 2015, at the Dixon Elks Lodge’s Amber Room, 1279 Franklin Grove Road, Dixon.

All friends and relatives are invited to join in the celebration. The omission of gifts has been requested.

She was born April 15, 1935, and married Louis.

She has four children, eight grandchildren, four stepgrandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and six step-greatgrandchildren.

Cards may be sent to 1965 state Route 26, Dixon, IL 61021.

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Celebrating 95

Celebrating 80

Hermina Kelly

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Hermina Kelly of Tucson, Arizona, formerly of Sterling, will celebrate her 95th birthday April 5, 2015.

She was born April 5, 1920, and was married to the late Ned Kelly.

She has seven daughters (one deceased).

Cards may be sent to 4042 E. Hawthorne St., Tucson, AZ 85711.

AnnaMae Wetzell Johnson will celebrate her 80th birthday April 12, 2015, with her family.

She was born April 5, 1935.

She has four children, eight grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren.

Cards may be sent to 5601 Lyndon Road, Prophetstown, IL 61277.

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Bill LaFever of Dixon celebrated his 95th birthday March 24, 2015.

He was born March 24, 1920, and was married to the late Josephine.

He has five children, 14 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren.

Cards may be sent to 1205 Tee St., Dixon, IL 61021.

Wanda Hinrichs of Sterling will celebrate her 90th birthday April 3, 2015.

She was born April 3, 1925, in Carroll County, and was married to the late “Bud” Hinrichs.

Cards may be sent to Heritage Woods, 2205 Oak Grove Ave., Apt. 224, Sterling, IL 61081.

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Happy Birthday

Celebrating 90

Jean Wagner Jean Woitkicwicz Wagner of Amboy, formerly of the Eldena-Amboy area, celebrated her 90th birthday March 30, 2015.

She was born March 30, 1925.

She has two children, five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Cards may be sent to 2702 E. Mill Road, Byron, IL 61010.

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Five Generations

Celebrating 90

Donald Fortune Donald R. Fortune of Tampico celebrated his 90th birthday March 1, 2015, The DeMay Family with a surprise party at Tampico Community Building.

Five generations of the DeMay family gathered Jan. 10, 2015, in Sterling. They are He was born March 2, 1925, in Webster (sitting, from left) Taylor DeMay, mother, holding Leighton, daughter; and Laura City, Iowa, and married Joyce Kinney.

He has one son, two grandchildren, Moldt, great-great-grandmother; and (standing) Shaine DeMay, grandfather; and Tom DeMay, great-grandfather. and two great-grandchildren.

Share those memories 50th Anniversary Mr. & Mrs. Billy Young

Mr. and Mrs. Billy Young of Rock Falls celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary March 27, 2015.

Billy Young and Alice Sibley were married March 27, 1965, at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Morrison.

They are the proud parents of Jason (Diane) Young of Rock Falls, Amy (Jeff) Waldschmidt of Sterling, Dana (John) Wike of Sterling, and Jody (Maggie) Young of Rock Falls.

They have nine grandchildren, Lynsey (Cody) Smith and Jacie Young of Rock Falls, Travis and Josh Waldschmidt of Sterling, Chari and Sammy Wike of Sterling, and Sydney, Logan, and Kyle Young of Rock Falls; and one great-grandson, Weston Smith of Rock Falls.

Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 28759 Woodside Drive, Rock Falls, IL 61071.

Celebrations features weddings, engagements, anniversaries, and other happy news, such as birthdays, reunions, and fouror five-generation photos.

As a special way to preserve these memorable occasions, quarter-, halfor 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 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 of the couple), quarter-page paid (one photo), half-page 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).

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 announcements.

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Birthday

Birthday

Happy 80th Birthday

Happy 70th Birthday, Allen Cumberland!

Gertrude Huizenga

Enjoy your retirement!

Gertrude Huizenga of Morrison celebrated her 80th birthday March 27, 2015.

Gert drove a school bus for RC Smith Transportation for 27 years.

She and her husband, Elmer, have five children, Betty Bower of Nashville, Tennessee; Gary (Liz) Huizenga of Clinton, Iowa; Nancy (Jerry) Rutledge of Morrison; Tom (Kristi)

Love, Your wife, children, and grandchildren

Birthday

Birth Announcement Anna Lynn Kennedy

Happy 90th Birthday

7 pounds, 5 ounces 20 inches long

Elmarene Thompson

Elmarene “Ellie” Thompson will turn 90 years old on April 6, 2015.

She will celebrate at a dinner with her family.

Ellie, who was from the AmboyDixon area, now is residing at Heritage Woods, 2205 Oak Grove Ave., Room 221, Sterling, IL 61081.

Her family would like her to be

Huizenga of Morrison; and Deb (Craig) Hills of Dixon.

She has 12 grandchildren, three stepgrandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and five step-great-grandchildren.

A family celebration is being planned.

Birthday wishes may be sent to 405 S. Base St., Morrison, IL 61270.

showered with cards from her friends and family. It would mean a lot to Ellie.

Her children are David R. Thompson of Rock Falls and Susan (Delbert) Kessel of Amboy,with four grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren.

Corey and Ashley Kennedy of Morrison are the proud parents of a daughter born at 10:58 a.m.

Feb. 21, 2015, at KSB Hospital in Dixon.

Anna Lynn Kennedy weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces at birth and was 20 inches in length.

Maternal grandparents are Cheryl Zuidema of Morrison and the late Twain Barnes, for-

merly of Tennessee.

Paternal grandparents are Tom and Sally Kennedy of Morrison.

Maternal great-grandparents are Anna Barnes of McMinnville, Tennessee, Sandra Keith of Morrison, and Keith Zuidema of Georgetown, Tennessee.

Paternal great-grandparents are Emma Carpenter of Morrison and Bea Kennedy of Prophetstown.

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Birth Announcement Lochlan Douglas Shaw Peter and Jamie Shaw of Dixon are the proud parents of a son born at 10:44 a.m. Feb. 12, 2015, at KSB Hospital in Dixon.

Lochlan Douglas Shaw weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces at birth and was 20 inches in length.

He is welcomed by Finnegan Davis, 2.

Maternal grandparents are Jan and Janet Blackburn of Dixon.

Paternal grandparents are Tom and Tammy Shaw of Dixon.

Maternal great-grandmother is Ester Brechon of Dixon.

Born Feb. 12, 2015 – 8 pounds, 4 ounces, and 20 inches in length

Birth Announcement Clara Paige Wolf Born Jan. 20, 2015 Carrie and Jason Wolf welcomed a baby girl on Jan. 20, 2015.

Clara Paige Wolf is also welcomed by big brother, Brady.

Maternal grandparents are Joe and Rita Pepper.

Paternal grandparents are Kevin and Jackie Wolf.

Birth Announcement Jaselyn Marie Beauchamp 7 pounds, 15 ounces 21. 5 inches Hannah Garman and Dustin Beauchamp of Dixon are the parents of a daughter born at 12:35 p.m. March 13, 2015, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Jaselyn Marie Beauchamp weighed 7 pounds, 15 ounces at birth and was 21.5 inches in length.

She is welcomed by Madison, 4.

Maternal grandparents are Rod

Garman of Dixon and Doug and Jody Hansen of Princeton.

Paternal grandparents are Michael Beauchamp and Brenda Morrow, both of Dixon.

Maternal great-grandparents are John and Sandy Wagner of Princeton, Ron and Pat Jaquet of Chadwick, and Emerson Garman of Polo.

Paternal great-grandmother is Alice Herzog of Amboy.

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Retirement Retiring after 41 years

Remember to pick up Celebrations photos 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 Dixon and Sterling.

Linda Musche

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

On April 3, 2015, Linda Musche will retire from her nursing career after 41 years.

She attended, and graduated from, Sauk Valley Community College, as an LPN in 1973-1974. The last 10 years of her career were at

CGH Medical Center.

She really enjoyed her nursing career, met a lot of people, and also took care of many people.

Those wishing to send cards may send them to 28072 Logan Road, Rock Falls, IL 61071.

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