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Jennifer Jacobson & Justin Sword Jennifer Jacobson and Justin Sword of Roselle announce their engagement. The bride-elect is the daughter of Jeff and Melody Jacobson of Schaumburg; her fiancé is the son of Ross and Patti Sword of Sterling. The bride-elect is a graduate of the University of Chicago, with a master’s degree in education. She is employed by University of Chicago Charter Schools – Donoghue Campus. Her fiancé is a graduate of Illinois State University, with a master’s degree in athletic training. He is employed by Northwest Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Chicago. The couple are planning a June 14, 2014 wedding in Des Plaines.
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Jill Norman & Eric Workman
Danielle Vock & Almond Zenaida
Al and Denise Norman of Sterling announce the engagement of their daughter, Jill Norman of Mexico City, Mexico, to Eric Workman of Mexico City, Mexico, the son of John and Sue Workman of Oro Valley, Ariz. The bride-elect is a graduate of Sterling High School and the University of Iowa. She is employed by Northwestern Memorial Hospital; her fiancé is a graduate of St. Charles High School and Augustana College. He is employed by C.H. Robinson Worldwide. The couple are planning an Aug. 30, 2014 wedding in Tucson, Ariz. Invitations will be sent.
Danielle Vock of Sterling and Almond Zenaida of Dixon announce their engagement. The bride-elect is the daughter of Steven and Kim Vock of Sterling; her fiancé is the son of Kenneth and Abigail Zenaida of Dixon. The bride-elect is a graduate of Sterling High School and Drake University. She is employed by Walgreens in Dixon. Her fiancé is a graduate of Central Tech High School in Erie, Pa. He is employed by Moore Monument of Sterling. The couple are planning a June 14, 2014 wedding. Invitations have been sent.
John “Jack” and Joyce Janssen of Chadwick celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary April 25, 2014. Jack Janssen and Joyce Rahn were married April 25, 1954, at Hope United Methodist Church in Chadwick. They are the parents of Jerry (Jennie) Janssen of Chadwick, Jeff (Patty) Janssen of Phoenix, JoDell (Steven) Suiter of Mount Carroll, and Jonathan (Kate) Janssen of rural Chadwick. They have six grandchildren, two stepgrandchildren and three step-great-grandchildren. Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 3957 Morrison Road, Chadwick, IL 61014.
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60th Anniversary
Mr. & Mrs. John Janssen
Celebrating 90
Esther Silvius Esther Silvius celebrated her 90th birthday April 28, 2014. She was born April 28, 1924, and married Wayne Silvius. She has three daughters, seven grandchildren, and four great-grandsons. Cards may be sent to P.O. Box 105, Ashton, IL 61006.
50th Anniversary
Mr. & Mrs. Larry Hackbarth 60th Anniversary
Mr. & Mrs. Ken Giese Ken and Barb Giese of Oregon will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary May 9, 2014. A celebration with family and friends is planned at a later date. Ken Giese and Barb Janssen were married May 9, 1954, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Oregon. Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 903 S. Fourth St., Oregon, IL 61061.
Mr. and Mrs. Larry Hackbarth of Polo celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary April 11, 2014, with a private celebration with immediate family. Larry Hackbarth and Elsie Young were married April 11, 1964, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Oregon. They are the parents of Sherry (Tom) Johnson of Lake in the Hills, Mike (Cindi) Hackbarth of Chadwick, and Pam (Dave) Lotz of Oregon. They have eight grandchildren. Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 15132 state Route 64 West, Polo, IL 61064.
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Dorabelle Swanlund Dorabelle “Dode” Swanlund of Dixon will celebrate her 96th birthday April 30, 2014. She was born April 30, 1918, and was married to the late John R. McClanahan. She now is married to Clifford Swanlund. She has one child, two grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Cards may be sent to 915 Cooper St., Dixon, IL 61021.
Celebrating 90
Ferdinand Petitti Ferdinand “Pete” Petitti of Dixon will celebrate his 90th birthday with an open house from 2 to 4:30 p.m. May 9, 2014, at Heritage Square, 620 N. Ottawa Ave., Dixon. All friends and relatives are invited to join in the celebration. He was married to the late Irene. Cards may be sent to 629 Fourth Ave., Dixon, IL 61021.
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Mitchell & Gleissner Sydni Mitchell and Tom Gleissner were united in marriage June 1, 2013, at Rock River Golf and Pool in Rock Falls. The bride is the daughter of Mark and Christine Mitchell of Sterling. The groom is the son of Ralph and Cindy Gleissner of Ashton. Serving as maid of honor was Natalie Arduini, friend of the bride. The bridesmaids were Maci Mitchell, sister of the bride, and Kellie Gates, Erin Guffey, Carly Hughes, and Jenna Vercillo, all friends of the bride. The junior bridesmaid was Mackenzie Arndt, friend of the couple. The flower girl was Keiragan Gleissner, niece of the groom. Serving as best man was Brent Pfoutz, friend of the groom. Groomsmen included Mike Glei-
ssner, Joe Gleissner, James Gleissner, and Dave Gleissner, all brothers of the groom, and Kenny Arndt, friend of the groom. The ring bearer was Ben Gleissner, nephew of the groom. A cocktail hour and reception were held after the ceremony overlooking the water at Rock River Golf and Pool in Rock Falls. The bride is a graduate of Sterling High School and Saint Louis University, with a bachelor’s degree in business administration and marketing. The groom is a graduate of Ashton-Franklin Center High School and Benedictine University, with a degree in finance. He is employed as a regional sales manager for MBW Inc., in Slinger, Wis. After a honeymoon in Costa Rica, the couple reside in Rock Falls.
June 1, 2013 Rock River Golf and Pool, Rock Falls
Mr. & Mrs. Tom Gleissner and wedding party
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Otis Pratt of Dixon celebrated his 85th birthday with a family dinner at his home. Born April 27, 1929, he is a retired building contractor and farmer. Now, he stays busy with his collection of 1950s General Motors cars and pickups. He has four children, Shelia Pratt, Dan
(Sue) Pratt, and Jim (Sue) Pratt, all of Dixon, and Tom (Connie) Pratt of Roscoe. He has eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Well wishes can be sent to 1308 Eustace Drive, Dixon, IL 61021.
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