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25th Anniversary 25th Anniversary 45th Anniversary

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Bartel Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bartel of Sterling will celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary Jan. 3, 2015.

Robert Bartel and Judy Stern were married Jan. 3, 1970, at St. Andrew Church.

They are the parents of Steve (Janelle) Bartel and Dan (Susan) Bartel.

They have five grandchildren.

Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 28875 Fulfs Road, Sterling, IL 61081.

61st Anniversary

Mr. & Mrs. Jack Carroll Mr. and Mrs. Jack Carroll of Sterling will celebrate their 61st wedding anniversary Dec. 25, 2014.

Jack Carroll and Donna Eshleman were married Dec. 25, 1953, at First Christian Church in Rock Falls.

They are the parents of Tamra Kwasegroch of Crystal Lake, Marlo Carroll of Sterling, and Margo (Greg) Blatz of Brownsburg, Indiana.

They have five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Dir Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Dir of Sun Lakes, Arizona, will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary Dec. 24, 2014, at Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino in Phoenix.

Jerry Dir and Suzanne Fountain were married Dec. 24, 1989, at Four Square Church in Rock Falls.

They are the parents of John Fountain of Miami Beach, Florida, and the late Dena Caplinger.

Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 9434 E. Champagne Drive, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248.

Mr. & Mrs. Larry Eisenberg Mr. and Mrs. Larry Eisenberg of Amboy will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary Dec. 27, 2014.

Larry Eisenberg and Diana Moeller were married Dec. 27, 1989, in Dixon.

They are the parents of Lonny Eisenberg of Mendota, Lori Gould of Rockford, Lance (Rena) Eisenberg of Sterling, Patricia (Dusty) Rhodes of North Carolina, and Lane (Melissa) Eisenberg and Luke (Holly) Eisenberg, both of Amboy.

They have 17 grandchildren (one deceased) and five great-grandchildren.

Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 416 N. Jones Ave., Amboy, IL 61310.

Five Generations

50th Anniversary

Mr. & Mrs. Dale Lawson Mr. and Mrs. Dale Lawson of Dixon celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Dec. 18, 2014.

Dale Lawson and Dory Horton were married Dec. 18, 1964, in Dixon.

They are the parents of Sherrie (Tom) Hicks, Dale (Melissa) Lawson, and Tim Lawson, all of Dixon; Angie (Mike) Powell of Polo; and Julie (Lindsay) Fancher of Melvin.

Those wishing to send greetings may address cards to 1904 Maples Road, Dixon, IL 61021.

60th Anniversary

Mr. & Mrs. Gunther Rester Mr. and Mrs. Gunther Rester of Sterling celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary Dec. 18, 2014.

Gunther Rester and Angela Reyes were married Dec. 18, 1954, in Sterling.

They are the parents of Angela (Robert Samse) Rester of Cedarburg, Wisconsin; Barb (Dominic Cittadino) Rester of CarThe Olalde Family bondale; and Christopher (Tara) Rester of Naperville.

Five generations of the Olalde family gathered Nov. 27, 2014, in Sterling. They are They have seven grandchildren.

Those wishing to send greetings may (sitting, from left) Juanita E. Olalde, great-great-grandmother, and Dolores Garaddress cards to 1205 Crestview Road, cia, great-grandmother, holding Anniah R. Garcia, daughter; and (standing) James Garcia III, father, and James Garcia Jr., grandfather.

Sterling, IL 61081.

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Donnelly & Krone Mr. & Mrs. Austin Krone

Married June 14, 2014 Deer Valley Golf Club Rachel Donnelly and Austin Krone exchanged wedding vows June 14, 2014, at Deer Valley Golf Club.

Pastor Judi Huseth officiated the ceremony.

Rachel is the daughter of Mike and Debbie Donnelly of Rock Falls.

Austin is the son of Mary Kay Hernandez of Sterling and Dennis Krone of Rock Falls.

Serving as maid of honor was Stephanie Hammell, friend of the bride.

The bridesmaids were HeLe Babin and Emily Minor, both friends of the bride, and Bernessa McQueen, sister of the groom.

Serving as best men were Nick Dietz, Matt Miller, and Robbie Minor, friends of the groom.

The groomsmen were Marquise Cody, friend of the groom, and Michael Krone, brother of the groom.

Ushering the event were Michael Donnelly, brother of the bride, and Brent McQueen, brother-in-law of the groom.

Ms. Linda VonHolten provided vocals.

The reception also was at the golf club.

Austin works for Best Cob LLC, and Rachel is employed by Wahl Clipper.

Barnes & Book Married April 5, 2014 Harding First United Methodist Church Kathy Barnes and Aaron Book were married April 5, 2014, at Harding First United Methodist Church.

Pastor Mike Jones officiated the ceremony.

The parents of the bride are Harold and Nancy Barnes of Serena.

The parents of the groom are Jim and Karla Book of Dixon.

Serving as maid of honor was Stephanie Barnes of Madison. The bridesmaids were Shelley Tuntland of Serena, and Jillian Wolf and Candice Miller, all friends of the bride; and Kris Book of Paris, Illinois, sister of the groom.

Serving as best man was Mike Book, brother of the groom. The groomsmen were Aaron Wolf, Brian Borell, Eric Sommers, and Jordan Tate, friends of the groom.

The ushers for the ceremony were Brandon Eisele, cousin of the groom, and Darren Riskedal of Leland, cousin of the bride.

The bride is a graduate of the University of Illinois. She is employed as the county extension program coordinator.

The groom is a graduate of the University of Illinois. He is employed at Book Farms.

Mr. & Mrs. Aaron Book

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Henry & Monk

Ehredt & Leuschke Jim and Marilyn Henry of Sterling announce the engagement of their daughter, Madison, to Carl Monk, the son of Colin and Katy Monk of Morris.

The bride-elect is a 2009 graduate of Sterling High School and a 2013 graduate of North Central College. In June, she will graduate from Rosalind Franklin School of Medicine and Science, with a master’s degree in physicians assistant studies.

Her fiancé is a 2009 graduate of Morris High School and a 2013 graduate of North Central College. In May, Carl will graduate with a master’s degree in history from the University of WisconsinMilwaukee. Carl will continue his education to pursue a doctorate degree in American intellectual history.

Carl and Madison are planning a June 27, 2015 wedding.

Invitations will be sent.

Madison Henry & Carl Monk

PLANNING A JUNE 27, 2015 WEDDING

Jessica Ehredt & Matthew Leuschke

Jessica Ehredt and Matthew Leuschke, both of Davenport, Iowa, announce their engagement.

Matthew surprised Jessica on her birthday by proposing with a Great Dane puppy. The couple have been dating since high school.

The bride-elect is the daughter of Mark and Jill Ehredt of Rock Falls; her fiancé is the son of Brad and Andrea Leuschke of Rock Falls.

Jessica and Matthew are both graduates of Rock Falls High School and Bradley University.

Jessica is a marketing consultant for HALO Branded Solutions in Sterling, and Matthew is an electrical engineer for Exelon in Cordova.

The couple are planning an Oct. 10, 2015 wedding in Davenport, Iowa.

Invitations will be sent.

PLANNING AN OCT. 10, 2015 WEDDING

60th Anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Lyle W. Dirks of Sterling celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary Dec. 19, 2014.

Lyle W. Dirks and Donna Stern were married Dec. 19, 1954, at First Baptist Church in Sterling.

They have three children, Lyle C. (Sherrie) Dirks of Freeport and Lynda (Tom) Staples and Larri (Sue) Dirks, both of Sterling.

They have nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Lyle is retired as an insurance adjuster after 35 years and currently operates his own auction service. Donna is retired as a dental assistant, receptionist for the late Dr. E. Orval DeWeerth, DDS. An open house in their honor will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 27, 2014, at New Life Lutheran Church, 702 West Lynn Blvd., Sterling.

All friends and family are welcome. No gifts, please.

Wishes may be sent to 1704 16th Ave., Sterling, IL 61081.

25th Anniversary Mr. & Mrs. Ray Peugh

Mr. & Mrs. Lyle Dirks

Ray and Donna Peugh of Polo will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015.

Ray and Donna were married Jan. 1, 1990, at Wesley United Methodist Church in North Las Vegas, Nevada.

They are the parents of Diane (Jeff) Marsh and Douglas (Terra) Drexler, and have four grandchildren, Austin, Jenna, Dawson, and Zachary.

Cards may be sent to 110 W. Wayne St., Polo, IL 61064.

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Happy Birthday

Happy Birthday

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Happy Birthday

Celebrations deadlines Deadlines for copy to be submitted to Celebrations are as follows: by 5 p.m. Dec. 26 for the Jan. 6 issue; by 5 p.m.

Jan. 9 for the Jan. 20 issue; and by 5 p.m. Jan. 23 for the Feb. 3 issue.

Celebrating 85

Cheryl Simester Cheryl Simester of Rock Falls will celebrate her 85th birthday with an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Jan. 3, 2015, at Rock Falls United Methodist Church, 210 Fourth Ave. All friends and relatives are invited to join in the celebration.

She was born Jan. 6, 1930, and married Raymond Simester Jr. She has three children, six grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.

Cards may be sent to 810 Leroy St., Rock Falls, IL 61071.

Celebrating 90

Celebrating 95

Bill Waterhouse

Alfred Hinrichs

Bill Waterhouse of Princeton, formerly of Walnut, will celebrate his 90th birthday Dec. 24, 2014.

He was born Dec. 24, 1924, and married Ada Johnson Waterhouse.

He has four children (one deceased), eight grandchildren, and seven greatgrandchildren.

Cards may be sent to 409 S. Gosse Blvd., Princeton, IL 61356.

Alfred Hinrichs of Milledgeville will celebrate his 95th birthday Dec. 25, 2014.

He was born Dec. 25, 1919, and was married to the late Helen Hinrichs.

He has four children, six grandchildren (one deceased), and eight greatgrandchildren.

Cards may be sent to 805 Stover Ave., Milledgeville, IL 61051.

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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 e-mail photos and information.

Celebrations is a product of Sauk Valley Media, which is included in the Telegraph and Daily Gazette every other Tuesday and at www.saukvalley.com on the Internet.

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Birthday

90th Birthday

Happy 1st Birthday, Luke Diehl!

Dec. 16, 2014 We love you so much!!

Love, Mommy and Daddy Papa and Grandma Stern Uncle Aaron, Amanda, Madison and Avery

Birthday

Happy 16th Birthday, Kaitlynn Lawson From the very beginning, you have been a strong-willed child, now you are a strong-willed young woman; always stay strong, but never forget that we will always be there for you!

Happy 16th Birthday, KC! Dec. 22, 2014 Love, Mom, Dad, Tanner, Kodie, Lucy, Remi, and Bailey

Beverly Anderson Breed was born Dec. 31, 1924, in Moorhead, Minnesota.

At the age of 7, she came to Sterling to live with her aunt and uncle.

She graduated from Sterling High School in 1942, and married Royal Breed Oct. 11 of the same year.

After working at the YWCA, Sterling Chamber, and Sauk Valley College bookstore, Beverly joined

her husband in starting Royal Steel Ball Products.

She’s also been very active at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Sterling.

Her family includes five sons, one daughter, 13 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren.

There will be a private celebration, but cards may be sent to 1801 Avenue G, Apt. 313, Sterling, IL 61081.

Basic Training Graduation

Pvt. Kent Jensen graduated from basic training on Dec. 5, 2014, and is now stationed at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.

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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-, 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 insure 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), 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, no older than 5 years), quarter-page paid (one or two photos), halfpage paid (two photos), and full-page paid (up to four photos).

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versary, 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), quarter-page paid (one or two photos), half-page

paid (two photos), and full-page 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 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 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.

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.

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