Brittney Cole Pullen

and

Phillip Leslie Kasha

On a cold and windy April 5th, Brittney Cole Pullen became the bride of Phillip Leslie Kasha. Pastor Gordon Scott of the Villisca United Methodist Church officiated at the 1:00 p.m. double ring ceremony at the Kasha Ball and Chain farm, west of Villisca. The bride was walked down the aisle by Mike Kiesel, friend of the bride's mother. The bride wore an ivory halter type wedding dress. Her ivory veil, embellished with rhinestones, was adorned with a pearl headpiece from the groom's mother, Rita, whom also made the veil. The groom was dressed in a black tuxedo. The couple chose roses and baby's breath for their flowers to coinside with their wedding colors of light blue and yellow. All attendants wore black Carhart Bib Overalls with corresponding light blue or yellow oxford shirts. The wedding party was Maid of Honor, Courtney Pullen, sister of bride, and Best Man, Andrew Herzberg, friend of the couple. Rachael DeFriese, sister of bride and Matthew Dolch, friend of couple, served as Bridesmaid and Groomsman. Ted Kasha and Ryan Pullen, brothers of the couple were ushers. Flowergirl, Breanna Smith, niece of the bride, wore an ivory lace dress with Ring Bearer, Kobe Bennett, nephew of the bride, wearing a black tux to match the groom. Also, walking in the processional were Tristan DeFriese and Xander Pullen, nephews of the bride, wearing blue denim bib overalls with light blue and yellow pinstripe shirts.

A reception was held at the Villisca Community Center. Parents of the groom made replicas of the ball and chain out at the farm on cherry wood blocks for the table centerpieces. A dance followed with DJ's Matt Dolch, Andrew and Gregg Herzberg. The guests were honored with a chorus of Phillip, Andrew and Matt.

Phillip and Brittney spent their wedding night at the "Cabin by the Creek" Bed and Breakfast outside of Red Oak. They went to Oregon for their honeymoon and were able to spend time at the ocean. Phillip and Brittney now make their home south of Villisca.
The happy couple's parents are Henry and Rita Kasha, the late Kenneth Pullen, Vicki Pullen and friend, Mike Kiesel.

Rachel Susane

and

John Tener

Dwayne & Denise Masker of Atlantic announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter Rachel Susanne to John Tener son of Larry & Carol Tener of Villisca. Rachel is a 2004 graduate of Atlantic High School and is employed with the Atlantic School District. John is a 1998 graduate of Villisca High School and is employed with Jones Woodworking & Construction. The couple plans a November 8th wedding at the First Church of Christ in Atlantic.

Virginia Myers

and

Timothy Peters

Virginia Josephine Myers and Timothy Allen Peters were united in marriage on September 6, 2008 at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Des Moines, IA with Father Michael Amadeo officiating the ceremony. Ginny is the daughter of Donald & Kathy Myers and the granddaughter of Wilma Myers of Villisca, IA. Tim is the son of Maxine Peters and the late Thomas Peters of Waterloo, IA. The bride was escorted to the alter by her son, Mason Jones and her father, Don Myers.

LaDonna Pafford of Villisca served as Matron of Honor. Bridesmaids were Shawna Roberts of Red Oak, Amber Mullen of Villisca, and Kat Frink of Des Moines. Chris Parker of Stanton was the bride's personal attendant.

The Best Man was Gary Lies of Waterloo. Groomsmen were Mike Peters of Marion, IN, Pat Peters of Saugus, CA and John Peters of Ventura, CA. Josh Sieglaff of Des Moines and B.J. Heath of Waterloo were ushers.

Flower Girls were Ryanne Mullen of Villisca and Katelyn Peters of Waterloo. Ringbearers were Cade Myers of Villisca and Jake Roberts of Red Oak.

Jeff Sieglaff of Des Moines and Heather Heath of Waterloo provided readings for the ceremony. Justice Myers of Villisca and Austin & Ryan Stause of Des Moines handed out programs & bubbles. Coralie Heisner of Des Moines and Sarah Mowrey of Carlisle were guest book attendants. Aleck Pafford of Villisca and Cassi Frink of Des Moines were the gift attendants.

A dinner reception and dance followed at the Johnston Lions Club in Johnston, IA with entertainment by DJ Jenny of Red Oak. The host and hostess of the reception were Jeff and Teresa Sieglaff of Des Moines. The reception servers were Kadee Myers of Villisca, Katie Peters of Ventura, CA, Mary Peters of Saugus, CA, and Janelle Peters of Marion, IN. Mary Stause of Des Moines and Cheryl Heath of Waterloo helped cut and serve the wedding cake.

The couple will continue to reside in Johnston, IA. Ginny is employed at CDS Global in Des Moines as an Up-sell Program Coordinator and Tim works for the Onnen Company in Urbandale, IA.

Kimberly Joy Nelson

and

Eric Thomas Zimtbaum

Kimberly Joy Nelson and Eric Thomas Zimtbaum were united in marriage on Sat. June 28th at the Sheraton Hotel Atrium in Des Moines, Iowa with the Rev. Sandy Wainwright-Rossander officiating. A reception and dance followed in the Ballroom at the hotel.

Kim is the daughter of Bruce and Marla Nelson of Stanton, Iowa and the granddaughter of Cleone Nelson. Kim is a 1996 graduate of Stanton High School and graduated from Iowa State University with a bachelor's degree in Communications and Event Planning. She is presently employed by C.H. Robinson in Phoenix, Az.

Eric is the son of Alan and Betsy Zimtbaum of Sarasota, Florida. He is a graduate of Aragon High School in San Mateo Ca.and graduated from Oregon State University. Eric presently runs an American Family Insurance Agency in Phoenix,Az.

The couple will be honeymooning in Hawaii sometime this winter and they presently reside in Phoenix, Az.

Brian Siefering

and

Kelly Aja

Brian Siefering and Kelly Aja were married on 08-08-08 at the historic Belhurst Castle at Geneva, NY. The double ring ceremony was performed by Judge Carol Heald. It took place at sunset on the castle lawn overlooking the beautiful Seneca Lake. Honor attendants for the bride were Shannon Ross, Gemma Abels and Jennifer Duff. Attending the groom were Christopher Kilburn-Peterson, Kevin McKenney, Kayne Matsushima, Michael Duff and Matthew Nemeth. Flower girl was Bronte Beaudoin, and ring bearer was Rafael Beaudoin, niece and nephew of the groom. Kirsten Siefering, sister of the groom read a poem by Edmund O-Neill.

The bride graduated from Beyer High School, Modesto, CA in 1995 and got her B.A. degree from The University of California at Santa Barbara in 1999. She taught in California; also was awarded her Masters in History from San Jose State University in 2006. The is now teaching World History at The Park School of Buffalo in Amherst, NY. The groom was a 1988 graduate of Villisca High School, Villisca, IA and a 1993 graduate of West Point Military Academy. He received his Masters Degree in Business/Engineering from MIT in Boston in 2005. Currently he is employed as a consultant for P.A. Consulting Firm in Washington, D.C.

Parents of the bride are Thomas and Sharlene Aja of Modesto, CA. Parents of the groom are Loren and Karen Siefering of Hereford, AZ, formerly of Villisca, IA.

Cassie Ann Hull

and

Blake Lewis Eno

Mr. and Mrs. Dan and Barbara Hull and Mr. and Mrs. John and Twila Thompson all of Montezuma, Iowa announce the engagement of their daughter, Cassie Ann to Blake Lewis Eno, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Mark and Carol Eno of Shenandoah, Iowa.

The bride is a 2002 graduate of Montezuma High School. She received her B.A from Simpson College in 2006 and her M.A. from the University of Alabama in 2008 and is currently working on her Ph.D. in social psychology at the University of Alabama. The groom is a 2001 graduate of Shenandoah High School. He received his B.A. from Simpson College in 2005 and is currently working as an Information Systems Analyst at the University of Alabama.

Cassie's grandparents are Marjorie and the late Raymond Hull of New Sharon, Lyle and Doris Roovaart of Barnes City and Betty Roovaart of Des Moines. Cassie's great-grandmother is Opal Roovaart of Montezuma. Blake's grandparents are Dwight and Janice Lewis of Villisca and Fred and the late Arlene Eno of Green Valley, Arizona.

The couple is planning a December 20th, 2008 wedding at the Congregational United Church of Christ in Shenandoah, Iowa. The couple currently resides in Northport, Alabama.

Rachel Ann Salmons

and

Nathan Daniel Bunse

Rachel Ann Salmons and Nathan Daniel Bunse are engaged to be married. Rachel is the daughter of Rhonda and Randall Salmons of Cosby, MO. Nathan is the son of Carole and Steven bunse of Cosby, Mo and the grandson of Doris Galloway of Villisca, Iowa.
The future bride is a 2008 graduate of Savannah High School in Savannah, MO. She is employed with Bill's Camper Sales Inc. as a bookkeeper.

The future groom, a 2007 graduate of Savannah High School, attends Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, MO. He is also employed in farming.

Their wedding will be on Saturday, August 16, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at the Cosby Zion United Methodist Church. A reception will follow at the Avenue City School. Friends and relatives are invited.

Chelsey Scott

and

Brent Town

Cindy Scott of Villisca, Iowa would like to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of her daughter Chelsey Scott, to Brent Town son of Richard and Judy Town of Urbandale, IA.

Chelsey is the daughter of Gary Scott and the granddaughter of Delbert and Lila Mauderly of Villisca and Janis Scott of Stanton. She is a 2003 graduate of Villisca High School and a 2007 graduate of Northwestern College with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. She is currently a graduate student at Buena Vista University in School Counseling and Guidance

Brent is the grandson of Harry and Jeanette Williams of Norwalk. He is a 2001 graduate of South East Polk High School of Altoona, Iowa and a 2006 graduate from Northwestern College. Brent is currently teaching and coaching for MOC-FV School District in Orange City, Iowa.

The couple will wed July 19th and will reside in Orange City.

Jodi Robinson

and

Jeff Ristan

Along with their families, Jodi Robinson and Jeff Ristau, of Loretto, MN would like to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. Jodi is the daughter of Vickie Robinson, of Cedar Falls and Jim and Donna Robinson of Villisca. Jeff is the son of Dean and Judy Ristau of Sleepy Eye, MN.

The bride-to-be is a 1996 graduate of Villisca High School and a 2002 graduate of Drake University. She is currently the Vice President of Pharmacy Operations with Snyder's Drug Store, Minneapolis, MN.

The future groom is a 1996 graduate of Sleepy Eye High School and a 2002 graduate of South Dakota State University. He is a pharmacist for PrairieStone Pharmacy in Plymouth, MN.
The couple is planning a May 3rd wedding at St. John's Lutheran Church in Cedar Falls, IA.

Kelley Renee Phillip

and

Kevin Madison Claunch

Ralph and Connie Phillip are please to announce the engagement of their daughter Kelley Renee Phillip to Kevin Madison Claunch, son of Chris and Karen Claunch of Crosby, Texas. Kelley is the granddaughter of Delbert & Lila Mauderly and Ralph & Pat Phillip, all of Villisca, Iowa.

The bride- to-be is a 2003 graduate of Friendswood High School and a 2008 graduate of Texas A&M University with a Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering. She is employed as a project engineer by BP.

The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Crosby High School and a 2007 graduate of Texas A&M University with a Bachelors degree in Biomedical Science. He is currently a third year veterinary student at Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine.

They will be married on Galveston Island on August 2, 2008. The ceremony will take place at the Moody Methodist Church with a reception following at the San Luis Resort.

Jennifer Koerner

and

Nathan Rapp

Jennifer Koerner and Nathan Rapp are announcing the engagement and approaching marriage, which will take place August 2, 2008 at Lincoln Nebraska.
Jennifer is the daughter of Dan and Janet Koerner of Lincoln. Nathan is the son of the late Dan and Peggy Rapp of Independence, MO. Nathan is the grandson of Deloris Peterson and the late Marvin Peterson of the Nodaway/Villisca Area.

The bride to be is a 2007 graduate of the Northwest Missouri State University with a degree in Elementary education. She is presently teaching in the Independence Public Schools.

The prospective groom is a 20054 graduate of Northwest Missouri State University with a degree in Business management and marketing. He is employed with Cerner Cooperation at the world headquarters in Kansas City, MO.

The ceremony will take place at the St. Joseph's Catholic church in Lincoln, Nebraska with the reception at The Nebraska Champion's Club. They will reside in Independence, MO.

Jennifer Muller

and

Lee Saathoff

Jennifer Muller and Lee Saathoff were united in marriage on Nov. 24, 2007 at the Noble United Methodist Church south of Lyman. The Reverends Gerald Wiser and Richard Krambeck performed the ceremony.

Parents of the couple are Wendell and Connie Muller of Massena and Arnie and Martha Saathoff of Dike.

Grandparents of the couple are Willard and Ruth Muller of Atlantic and the late Gladys Muller, Nell Fronson of Villisca and the late Harry Franson, the late Arend and Freeda Saathoff of Dike, and the late Ernest and Esther Kilege of Dike.

Jennifer is employed at MV Transportation in Elk Horn as a financial analyst and Lee is a sales representative for Pioneer Hi-Bred in the Cass County area. Lee and Jennifer reside in Atlantic.

Brittney Pullen and Phillip Kasha

Henry and Rita Kasha, and Vicki Pullen and Mike Kiesel, ( all of Villisca) would like to announce the Christmas engagement of Phillip Kasha and Brittney Pullen. Phillip is a 2004 graduate of Villisca High School and is employed with the Villisca Elevator. Brittney Pullen is the daughter of the late Kenneth Pullen. Brittney is a 2007 graduate of Villisca High School and is employed with the Orschelns Farm and Home in Clarinda. They will be exchanging their vows April 5, 2008.

Layla Joy Sunderman

and

James (Jim) Joseph Houser

Layla Joy Sunderman and James (Jim) Joseph Houser were married May 27th at the First Lutheran Church in Manhattan, Kansas. Officiating were Pastor Matthew Williams and Chaplain Gordon Thomas, grandfather of the bride. Parents of the bride are Dwight Sunderman of Corning, Iowa and the late Leslie Ann Sunderman. The groom's parents are Gary Houser of Wamego, Kansas and Jan Steinlage of Garland, Texas.

The matron of honor was Heidi Wickersham of Prairie Village, Kansas. Bridesmaids were Sarah Barcus of Springfield, Missouri, Terri Carlin of Iola, Kansas, and Kristyna Hoover of Adair, Iowa.

The best man was Bryce Bellinder of Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin. Groomsmen were Kelly Thompson of Kansas City, Missouri, Toby Hendricks of Alta Vista, Kansas, and Derrick Sunderman of Mason City, Iowa.

The flower girls were nieces of the groom, Madison and Haley Carlin of Iola, Kansas.

Uncle of the bride, Rev. Gregory Thomas of Seven Valleys, Pennsylvania was the vocalist and pianist. Friend of the couple, Mandy Zelle of Waverly, Iowa was the violinist.

Honored guests included grandparents of the bride, Lorraine Sunderman of Villisca, Iowa and Gordon and Janet Thomas of Adair, Iowa.

Reception hosts were Leon and Milly Hendricks of Wamego, Kansas and Paul and Anne Pankey of Hooker, Oklahoma. Reception servers were aunts of the bride, Diane Rupp of Corning, Iowa, Karla Lantz of Stanton, Iowa, Suzanne Hoover of Adair, Iowa, and Tricha Thomas of Seven Valleys, Pennsylvania. The dinner and dance were held at the Houston Street Ballroom in Manhattan, Kansas following the ceremony.

Layla is a 1996 graduate of Corning High School, a 2001 graduate of Iowa State University, and will receive her master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Rockhurst University in May 2008. She is employed by the Kansas City, Kansas School District.

Jim is a 1987 graduate of Wamego High School and a 1993 graduate of Kansas State University with a bachelor's degree in landscape architecture. He is employed as a landscape architect for HOK Sport-Venue-Event in Kansas City, Missouri.

After the wedding, the couple honeymooned in Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. They reside in Merriam, Kansas.

Stephanie Taylor

and

Blake Ihrke

Stephanie Taylor and Blake Ihrke were united in marriage by the Rev. Steve Moltumyr on December 28, 2007, at Community Covenant Church. A reception was held at Brookside Church, the couple's regular church.

The bride is the daughter of Nick and Carol Taylor of Omaha. She is also the granddaughter of Fredyne and the late Tom Rusk and the late Bill and Blanche Taylor.. Stephanie is earning an occupational therapy degree from Creighton University.

The groom is the son of Ben and Jan Ihrke of Omaha. Blake graduated from Alexandria Technical College in Alexandria, MN. He is employed in custom home construction. Stephanie and Blake met in junior high youth group at Brookside Church. The couple took a cruise for a honeymoon with port stops in Key West, FL., and Nassau Bahamas.

Erin Hull

and

Lane Johnson

Erin Hull and Lane Johnson were united in marriage on Saturday, October 27, 2007. The ceremony took place at St. John's Lutheran Church in Clarinda, IA with Pastor Jerry Wagoner officiating. Parents of the couple are Mark and Stephanie Hull of Clarinda, IA and Rick and Joy Johnson of Villisca, IA. Grandparents of the bride are Dannie and Jane Hull of Tarkio, MO and Dean and Shirley Schoonover of Rockport, MO. Grandparents of the groom are the late Glen and Viola Findley and William and Clara Johnson.

Matron of Honor was Amy Roop of Clarinda, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Casey Gromer of Crosslake MN, sister of the groom, Haley Churchill of Clarinda, friend of the bride. Personal attendants were Brianna Russell and Jasilyn Roop of Shenandoah, IA, both nieces of the bride.

Best man for the ceremony was Kaylon McClain of Villisca, IA. Groomsmen were friends of the groom Philip Sunderman and Cole Winther, both of Villisca, IA. Ushers were Mike Gromer of Crosslake MN, brother-in-law of the groom, and Michael Straight of Villisca, IA friend of the groom.

Guest book attendants and gift runners were Dan Case of Villisca, IA and Cheryl Benskin of Stanton, IA, both friends of the couple. Kendi Buesing of Clarinda, IA served as organist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Wibholm Hall in Clarinda, IA. Host and hostess duties were performed by Kelly and Mary Johnson of Ashton, IA, aunt and uncle of the groom. Cake servers were Joanne Amons, aunt of the groom, Shelley Osborn, Penny Amons and Debra Pinkston, cousins of the groom and all of Wichita, KS.

A rehearsal supper was hosted by the groom's parents the evening before at Wibholm Hall. Special helpers that evening were Joanne and Conrad Amons of Wichita, KS and their children, nieces and nephews.

Erin is a 2002 graduate of Clarinda High School and a 2005 graduate of Iowa Western Community College. She is currently employed as a nurse at Clarinda Regional Hospital. Lane is a 1998 graduate of Villisca High School and attended Buena Vista University in Storm Lake and DMACC in Ankeny. He is employed as an auto technician at Red Oak Chrysler in Red Oak. The couple resides in Villisca.

Dena Rupp and Justin Crouch

Dena Rupp and Justin Crouch were united in marriage on September 1, 2007. An outdoor ceremony took place at the location of Zion Lutheran Church in Omaha, NE with Pastor Jerry Wagoner officiating. Parents of the bride are Richard and Diane Rupp of Villisca, IA. Parents of the groom are Kenneth & Stephanie Crouch of Glenwood, IA, and Don & Kandy Leath of Omaha, NE. Grandparents of the bride are Lorraine and the late Virgil Sunderman of Villisca, IA, and the late Lois & Clifford Rupp. Grandparents of the groom are Kenneth and Elizabeth Crouch of Glenwood, IA, and Dorothy & the late Bud Madison.

Standing up with the bride were Megan Schmidt (friend), Brandy Sunderman (cousin), Jackie Skahill (friend), Becky Jensen (friend), Becky Nicks (friend), Joni Nix (friend), Chimene Cobb (sister), and Michelle Gillespie (sister). Junior bridesmaids were Taylor Cobb (niece) and Kara Gillespie (niece).

Standing up with the groom were Josh Crouch (brother), Dennis Anderson (friend), Scott Bantz (friend), Nick Wray (friend), BJ Martin (friend), Nick Jameson (friend), Howie Maxwell (friend), and Joel Crouch (cousin). Junior groomsmen were Cody Crouch (brother) and Chance Cobb (nephew).

Five ringbearers and one flower girl accompanied the couple down the aisle. Ringbearers were Dayton Cobb, Cody Cobb, Gavin Rupp, Owen Rupp, and Eli Rupp (all nephews of the bride). The flowergirl was Kamyrn Crouch (niece of groom).

Ushers were Matt Rupp (brother), Tom Gillespie (brother-in-law), Lee Cobb (brother-in-law), Jake Gillespie (nephew), Jared Gillespie (nephew). Personal attendants were Heidi Sloth (friend), Mary McKeever (friend), and Amanda Crouch (sister-in-law). Guestbook attendants were Jordan VanMorleghem and Julie Lammers (friends of couple). Flower attendants were Julie Jameson (friend) and Stephanie Rupp (sister-in-law). Tiki torch lighters were Norma Rae Wolfe and Natalie Annan (friends of couple). Videographers were Tammie and Craig Johannes (friends of couple). Host and Hostess were Steve and Fil Annan (aunt & uncle). Vocalist & guitarist was Chris Saub.

Cocktails, dinner, and dancing followed the uniting of marriage at Champions Run in Omaha, NE. The couple honeymooned in Las Vegas, Lake Tahoe, and Napa Valley and now reside at their home in Glenwood, IA.

Derrica Dunn

and

Dan Hutchings

Along with their families, Derrica Dunn and Dan Hutchings would like to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. Derrica is the daughter of Dirk and Terri Dunn of Villisca. Dan is the son of Alfred and Debbie Hutchings of Bristow, Oklahoma.

Derrica is a 2003 graduate of Villisca High School and 2007 graduate of Northwestern College in Orange City. She is currently teaching kindergarten in Glenwood.

Dan is a 2001 graduate of Bristow High School. He is a 2005 graduate of Aurora University and has been employed by Clarinda Academy as a lead youth counselor in Clarinda since September 2006.
The couple is planning a December 29th wedding in Villisca and will be residing in Glenwood.

Jennifer Marie Muller

to wed

LeAlan Paul Saathoff

Wendell and Constance Muller of Massena announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Jennifer Marie Muller, to LeAlan Paul Saathoff of Atlantic. Lee is the son of Arnold and Martha Saathoff of Dike. Jennifer is the granddaughter of Willard and Ruth Muller of Atlantic, the late Gladys Muller, Nell Franson of Villisca, and the late Harry Franson. Lee is the grandson of Esther Kliege of Dike, the late Ernest Kliege, and the late Arend and Freeda Saathoff.

Jennifer is a financial analyst for MV Transportation and Lee is a sales representative for Pioneer Hi-Bred in addition to being an assistant football coach at Atlantic High School. They will be united in marriage on Saturday, Nov. 24 at Noble United Methodist Church in Lyman with a reception and dance to follow at the Cass County Community Center in Atlantic.

Abigail Vera Brenton

and

Daniel John Rausch

Abigail Vera Brenton and Daniel John Rausch were married in Milwaukee, WI on July 14, 2007 in St. Matthias Catholic Church. Officiating the ceremony was Father David Cooper.

Mother of the bride is Karen J. Brenton of Wauwatosa, WI and father of the bride is Rennie L. Brenton (a former Villisca resident), now from Jacksonville, FL.

Parents of the groom are Raymond and Holly Rausch of Milwaukee, WI. Grandparents of the bride, the late Dencil K. and the late Vera H. Brenton, were longtime Villisca residents.

Bridesmaids were Kimberly Sladek-Huebner, Angela Desjarlais and Megan Gore, all from Milwaukee, WI and friends of the bride. Honor attendant was Loretta Brenton of Vancouver, WA, aunt of the bride. Groomsmen were Matthew Rausch, brother of the groom; Patrick McNally and William Hoettels, friends of the groom. Greeters at the ceremony were Tyler Logan Brenton of Titusville, PA, sister of the bride; and Patricia Sullivan, friend of the couple.

Following the ceremony, an epicurean-style reception with cocktails, dinner and dancing was held at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center in North Milwaukee. The couple honeymooned in Costa Rica and will be making their home in Milwaukee.

Misti Heard

and

Kyle Yates

Delaney Yates, along with the parents of the couple, are pleased to announce the engagement of Misti Heard to Kyle Yates. Misti is the daughter of Gayle & Linda Heard of Villisca and Kyle is the son of Dustin & Tammy Kirchner of Bowling Green, MO and Mark Yates of Keokuk, IA.

Misti is a 1995 graduate of Villisca High School. She is currently employed at the Villisca Farmers Telephone Company as a CSR/Accounting.

Kyle is a 1998 graduate of Clark County High School in Kahoka, MO. He is currently employed at the Villisca Municipal Power Plant as a lineman.

The couple is planning an October 13th wedding at the United Methodist Church in Villisca. A reception will be held at the Pavilion in Clarinda. The couple and Delaney reside in Villisca.

Jennifer Jackson

and

Brent Bass

Jennifer Jackson and Brent Bass were united in marriage on April 21, 2007. The ceremony took place at the Bethesda Lutheran Church in Bethesda, Iowa with Pastor Chris Hall officiating. Parents of the couple are Randy and Peggy Jackson of Villisca and Byron and Konnie Bass of Stanton.

Bridesmaids were Katie Son of Pella serving as matron of honor and Jessie Boehm of Omaha, both friends of the bride. Emilee Soll of Fort Calhoun, NE, friend of the bride, was personal attendant.

Best man for the ceremony was Nick Hughes of Red Oak and groomsmen Jeff Wiese of Red Oak, both friends of the groom. Ushers were Matt Jackson, brother of the bride, Mike Buntrock, Trent Larson, and Mark Snyder, friends of the groom.

The ringbearer and flowergirls were the couples daughters, Hannah, Payten, and Camryn. Guest book attendants and musical coordinators were Pat Thomas and Amy McQueen, friends of the bride. Vocal music during the lighting of the unity candle was provided by matron of honor Katie Son. Troy Culbertson, friend of the groom served as program attendant.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the National Guard Armory in Red Oak, Iowa. Host and hostess duties were performed by Evie Peterson, Pam Ehlers, Vern and Carey Schutt, and Scott and Robin Culbertson, friends of the couple. Cake was served by Jill Cooper and Pat Victor, both friends of the bride.

Jennifer is a 1999 graduate of Villisca High School and a 2003 graduate of Iowa State University. She is currently employed as a registered dietitian with DaVita Dialysis, Inc in Shenandoah. Brent is a 1987 graduate of Red Oak High School and a 1995 graduate of Iowa Western Community College. He is employed as the customer service manager for Traco in Red Oak. The couple resides with their three daughters on an acreage south of Red Oak.

Dena Rupp

to wed

Justin Crouch

Richard and Diane Rupp, of Villisca are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Dena Rupp, to Justin Crouch. Justin is the son of Kenneth and Stephanie Crouch, of Glenwood and Don and Kandy Leath, of Omaha. Dena is the granddaughter of Lorraine Sunderman, of Villisca. Justin is the grandson of Kenneth and Elizabeth Crouch, of Glenwood and Dorothy Madison, of Casa Grande, Arizona.

The bride-to-be is a 1998 graduate of Villisca High School and a 2001 graduate of AIB College of Business. She is currently employed with the State of Iowa as a Court Reporter for a District Court Judge.

The future groom is a 1999 graduate of Glenwood High School. He currently owns and operates his own business, Justin Crouch Custom Decks.

The couple will be married on September 1, 2007, in Omaha, Nebraska, at Zion Lutheran Church with a reception to follow at Champions Run.

James Vincent Else

weds

Cortnee Marie Vollers

Cortnee Marie Vollers and James Vincent Else were married at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Camdenton, MO, on May 19, 2007.

The ceremony was officiated by Deacon Ted Stahl and the reception was held in the Church Hall. Cortnee is the daughter of JC and Alane Vollers of Camdenton, MO, and James is the son of Judy and Vince Else of Nodaway, IA. Attendants for the bride were Michele Vollers, Allison Ehelebe, Daleann Ballentine and Allison Spacek. Attendants for the groom were Josh Graf, Nate Harris, and Jordan Vollers. The flower girl and ring bearer were Alexa Tonjes and Dane Moyer.

The couple lives in Omaha, NE where Cortnee is currently is finishing her degree in Clinical Laboratory Science at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Jim is an assistant manager at Menards home improvement store.

Kristin Kernen

engaged to

Mike Welsh

Kristin Kernen and Mike Welsh are pleased to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. Kristin is the daughter of John and Denise Kernen and Jim and Donna Robinson, all of Villisca. Mike is the son of Richard and Kathy Welsh of Albia.

Kristin is a 1994 graduate of Villisca High School and 1998 graduate of Iowa State University. She is employed as a technical writer at Wells Fargo Financial in Des Moines. Mike is a 1991 graduate of Albia High School. He is employed as an account manager with Performance Display in Urbandale. The couple resides in Des Moines.

The couple is planning a September 8th wedding at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Albia.

Brandi Bisbee

engaged to

Derk Wichhart

Denise and Tom Bergren, of Villisca and Dale Bisbee, of Creston, are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Brandi Bisbee to Derk Wichhart. Derk is the son of Dan and Mary Wichhart, of Creston.

The bride to be is a 1998 graduate of Villisca High School and a 2004 graduate of Hair Tech School of Cosmetology. She is currently employed as a residential manager at Skyline View Apartment in Lincoln, Ne.

The futures groom is a 2003 graduate of Creston High School and a 2005 graduate of Southwestern Community College where he received his Associate of applied Science degree in Structural Engineering Technology. He is currently employed as a training specialist at Design Data, in Lincoln, Ne.

The couple will be married on August 4th, 2007, in a 3 p.m. ceremony at the Holy Spirit Catholic Church, in Creston, Ia.

John Houser

and

Elishia Anderson

Elishia Anderson and John Houser were united in marriage on June 2, 2007, in a small family ceremony at the home of Bill and Chlorina Fitzwater, officiated by the groom's father. The bride is the daughter of Kevin and Tina Anderson and Peggy Vermillion, all of Villisca. The groom is the son of Jim and Ellen Houser, of Coburg.

The bride, wearing a duchess satin gown, with tufted skirt and crimson sash was pulled and pushed down the aisle by her father and grandfather, after a moment of hyperventilation. Serving as maid of honor was Jess Murren, of Red Oak and bridesmaid was Leslie Brewster, of Knoxville, Ia, both friends of the bride.

Best man for the ceremony was John Murren, of Red Oak, friend of the groom and groomsmen was Jimmy Houser, brother of the groom.

Ring bearer for the service was Jesse Houser, son of the groom and Stefanie Johannes was the flower girl. A special reading for the couple was given by Sawyer Johannes during the ceremony.

Joshua Cooney

and

Katie Nesbitt

Katie Nesbitt & Joshua Cooney were united in marriage on February 16, 2007 in Kalein, Texas.

The wedding was performed by Rev. Monty VanHorn, a close friend of the groom and his military chaplain.

A reception was held after the wedding in Kalein.

The bride is the daughter of Andrea & Davis Jonethis & Tom & Shelly Nesbitt.

The groom is the son of Kevin & Tina Anderson of Villisca and Dennis & Sue Cooney of Bedford.

The happy couple will reside in Pueblo, Colorado. Joshua remains in active duty with the US Army. Katie will continue her education in college.

Abigail Brenton

and

Daniel Rausch

Karen Brenton , of Wauwatosa, WI, and Rennie Brenton, of Jacksonville, FL, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Abigail Vera Brenton, to Daniel Jon Rausch, the son of Ray and Holly Rausch, of Oconomowoc, WI.

Abigail is the granddaughter of the late Vera Henry Brenton and the late Dencil K. Brenton, both longtime Villisca residents.

Abigail is a 1998 graduate of Wauwatosa West High School, did her undergraduate work in educational policies from the University of Wisconsin, in 2001, received a Montessori certification in 2003, and her Masters Degree in Montessori education from Fernwood Montessori School, in Milwaukee, WI.

Daniel is a 1994 graduate from Oconomowoc High School. He joined the Coast Guard in 1995. He was active duty from 1995 to 1999. He is currently in the reserves, stationed in Milwaukee. He also attended Waukesha Area Technical College in Waukesha, WI. He is now a machinery technician at Marathon Engine Company in East Troy, WI.

The couple is planning a July 14, 2007, wedding in Milwaukee, WI, at the St. Matthias Catholic Church. They will reside in Milwaukee after the wedding.

Jamie Jensen

and

Jeff Kernen

Robert and Dixie Nihsen of Shelby, IA are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jamie to Jeff Kernen, the son of Jim and Donna Robinson and John and Denise Kernen, of Villisca, IA

The couple is planning a May 19th wedding at the First United Methodist Church in Atlantic. A reception will be held at the Cass County Community Center.

Jamie is a 1999 graduate of AHST High School and graduated from Nebraska Methodist College with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She is employed as an
Obstetrical Case Manager at Jennie Edmundson Hospital in Council Bluffs, IA

Jeff is a 1996 graduate of Villisca High School. He is a personal trainer and is employed at 2nd Wind Exercise Equipment in Omaha, NE. The couple resides in Omaha.

Courtney Lee Gourley

and

Richard Charles Miller

Courtney Lee Gourley and Richard Charles Miller, both of Urbandale, IA, would like to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding.

Courtney is the daughter of Alan Gourley and Ronnel Badertscher of Villisca, IA. Rich is the son of Patti Morris of Corning, IA., and Randy Miller of Grimes, IA. The couple is planning a March 24th wedding at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Villisca. A reception will be held at the Corning Armory.

Courtney is a 2001 graduate of Villisca High School and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education. She is currently working as an executive at the Wildwood Lodge in Clive, IA. Rich is a 2000 graduate of Corning High School and an active Navy Reservist. Rich is currently employed at Hydro-Klean in Des Moines, IA. The couple will reside in Urbandale.

Becki Reed

and

Matt Peterson

Chuck and Deb Reed, of Oakland IA, and Mark and Melanie Peterson, of Stanton, IA, would like to announce the engagement of their children, Becki Reed, of Stanton and Matt Peterson, also of Stanton.

The bride elect is a 2002 graduate of Corning High School, and graduated from Northwest Missouri State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Child and Family Studies in 2005. She is employed as an Infant Toddler Specialist for Child Care Resource and Referral, in Shenandoah, IA.

The groom is a 2001 graduate of Stanton High School and a 2003 graduate of Southwestern Community College with an Associate of Applied Science degree in Chemical Application. He is employed at Hart Farms, of Stanton.
The couple plan a St.Patrick's Day wedding on March 17, 2007.

Becky Schenck

and

Brent Jensen

Becky Schenck and Brent Jensen would like to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Tom and Susan Schenck of Stanton, Iowa. Becky is employed at InfoUSA in Omaha, Nebraska. The future groom is the son of Mylet Hayden of Oakland, NE and Randy Jensen of Beaver Lake, NE. Brent graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a degree in advertising. He is employed at InfoUSA in Omaha, NE. Becky and Brent plan a sunset wedding on March 10, 2007 on South Maluaka Beach in Maui, Hawaii.

Christopher Reed

and

Shanon Kadel

Mr. and Mrs. Gregg Kadel of Henderson, Iowa, and Mr. and Mrs. Mark Reed of Stanton, Iowa, announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their children, Shanon Lynn Kadel and Christopher James Reed. The bride-elect is a 2004 graduate of Nishna Valley High School and is currently a student at Tyler Junior College in Tyler, Texas, majoring in nursing. The prospective bridegroom is a 2005 graduate of Stanton High School and is currently a sophomore at LeTourneau University in Longview, Texas, majoring in aeronautical science. The wedding vows will be exchanged at 1:00 p.m. on July 7, 2007, at the Faith Community Church in Red Oak. The Rev. Paul Warder of Stanton Evangelical Covenant Church will officiate.

Deidra and Todd Hibbing

Deidra Dunn and Todd Hibbing were united in marriage on August 5th, 2006. The ceremony took place at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Urbandale, Iowa with Pastor Tim Phillips officiating. A reception followed at the Jester Park Lodge on Saylorville Lake, outside of Des Moines.

Deidra is the daughter of Dirk and Terri Dunn of Villisca. Grandparents of the bride are Bill and Daisy Dunn of Villisca and Ron and Pauline Wright of Jefferson. Todd is the son of David and Janelle Hibbing of Paullina. Grandparents of the groom are Verla Hibbing of Paullina and the late Claus Hibbing and Nancy Shafer of Granville and the late Wally Shafer.

Todd is a pharmacist at Lake Regional Hospital in Osage Beach, Missouri. Deidra will graduate from Drake College of Pharmacy in May 2007. After a honeymoon to Jamaica, the couple resides in Osage Beach.

Christina Palmer

and

Todd Silk

Christina Michelle Palmer and Todd Thomas Silk were united in marriage on February 4, 2006 at the Presbyterian Church in Villisca. The bride is the daughter of Paula Jackson of Villisca and the granddaughter of Bernard and Mae Bruce of Loveland, Colorado. The groom is the son of Craig and Diane Silk of Elliott and the grandson of Viola Silk of Elliott. The bride was given in marriage by her mother and sons, Chase and Dallas. A reception was held at the Red Coach Inn at Red Oak. The couple is residing in Glenwood, Iowa.

Sandy and Ross Rossander

Rev. Sandy Wainwright and to Ross Rossander were married October 20 in Desert Hot Springs, CA.

A reception was held at the Villisca First Presbyterian Church on November 4 from 4 to 6 p.m.

Ross grew up in rural Stanton and returned in 1992 after retiring from 40 years with the U.S. Air Force and the Pentagon.

Sandy is the pastor of the Villisca First Presbyterian Church. She has lived in Villisca for 23 years raising daughter Anna who now lives at Ft. Campbell, KY with husband Zachary Fuller and daughter Emma, and son, Adam, living in Red Oak with his wife, Julie and children Andrew and Addison.

Jerod and Linsey
Moestchen

An Open House Reception is being planned to honor the marriage of Jerod and Linsey Moestchen. The open house will be held on October 14, 2006 at the Villisca Community Center 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Jerod and Linsey were united in marriage on July 29, 2006 at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Waverly, Iowa. The reception is hosted by the Mt. Calvary LWML and the family of Ernie and Marsha Moestchen.

Allison Hallquist

and

Andrew Newman

Knute and Denise Hallquist are pleased to announce the engagement and upcoming wedding of their daughter, Allison, to Andrew Newman, son of John and Julie Newman of Stanton.

Allison is a 1997 graduate of Stanton High School and a 2001 graduate of Morningside College with a degree in accounting and business finance. She currently works for Wells Fargo Financial in Des Moines, Iowa, as a financial consultant. Andrew is a 1998 graduate of Stanton High School and a 2002 graduate of Iowa State University with a degree in finance and accounting. He is employed by ING of Des Moines as a financial consultant.

Allison is the granddaughter of Enola Peterson of Red Oak and Eleanor Hallquist of Stanton. Andrew is the grandson of Charlotte Strickland and Edna Newman, both of Stanton.

The couple is to be wed on September 30th at Mamrelund Lutheran Church in Stanton.

Deidra Dunn

and

Todd Hibbing

Along with their families, Deidra Dunn and Todd Hibbing would like to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. Deidra is the daughter of Dirk and Terri Dunn of Villisca. Todd is the son of David and Janelle Hibbing of Paullina.

Deidra is a 2001 graduate of Villisca High School. She is currently in her last year of pharmacy school at Drake University and will graduate with her PharmD in May 2007.

Todd is a 2000 graduate of South O'Brien High School. He is a 2006 graduate of Drake University College of Pharmacy and currently employed as a clinical pharmacist at Lake Regional Hospital in Osage Beach, Missouri.

The couple is planning an August 5th wedding in the Des Moines area and will be residing in Osage Beach.

Casey Lynne Johnson

and

Michael Woodrow Gromer

Casey Lynne Johnson, daughter of Richard and Joy Johnson and Michael Woodrow Gromer, son of Margaret Gromer and the late Gary Gromer announce their marriage on Saturday, the twenty-seventh of May Two thousand and six at Breezy Point Chapel, Breezy Point, Minnesota. A family weekend was spent at Breezy Point Resort including boating and golfing. The honeymoon was spent at their condominium on Crosslake. Casey is a consultant for Wells Fargo Home Mortgage and Michael is a Development Manager for US Banks. Their home is at 525 Sutherland Drive, Woodbury, MN 55129.

Sarah Bergh

and

Erick Wigham

Sarah Bergh and Erick Wigham wish to announce their engagement and upcoming marriage.

Parents of the bride-to-be- are Garland Bergh of Plainview, NE. and Dana and Vicky Bartak of Plainview. Parents of the groom are Greg and Lisa Whigham of Red Oak.

The bride-to-be- is a 2003 graduate of Plainview High School and is majoring in psychology at Northwestern College in Orange City. She is currently working at Ramaker Library at the college.

The future groom is a 2002 graduate of Stanton High School and graduated from Northwestern College with a degree in political science in 2006. He is currently employed as a youth pastor in Marcus.

The couple is planning a July 22 wedding at Northwestern's Christ Chapel in Orange City.

Kyle and Susan Phillips of Pleasantville announce the engagement and upcoming wedding of their daughter, Carly to Nate Smith, son of Karla and the late Craig Smith, formerly of Villisca.

Carly is a 2001 graduate of Pleasantville High School and a 2005 graduate of the University of Iowa. She is currently attending Drake University Law School.

Nate is a 2001 graduate of Pleasantville High School. He is currently employed as an Electrician at Tesdell Electric in Ankeny. A June wedding is planned at the Pleasantville Christian Church in Pleasantville.

Angela Timblin

and

Kyle Stein

Robert and Patricia Timblin of Greenwood, Neb., announce the marriage of their daughter, Angela Nicole to Kyle David Stein, son of David and Linda Stein of Villisca, Iowa. The ceremony will take place on March 11, 2006 at First United Methodist Church in Omaha, with a reception to follow at the Scoular Ballroom.

Angie graduated from Ashland-Greenwood High School in 1999 and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Communication Studies from Nebraska Wesleyan University. She is the Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce in Red Oak, Iowa.

Kyle graduated from Villisca High School in 1995 and earned an Associate's Degree in Agriculture from the Des Moines Area Community College. Kyle is a Custom Applicator with the United Farmers Mercantile Coop in Villisca.

The couple will reside in Villisca.

Jessica Switzer

and

Mathew McKinley

Jessica Lynn Switzer and Mathew Alan McKinley of Albuquerque, New Mexico were married November 21, 2005 on Kahekili Beach, Kaanapali in Maui, Hawaii by Reverend Adam Goue.

A reception for the couple was held at Harrahs' Ballroom in Council Bluffs on November 26. Isabelle Brundieck of Lincoln, Ne. Niece of the bride, and Drei Hampel of Villisca, nephew of the groom, escorted the couple to the wedding table.

The bride is the daughter of John and the late Pam Holmes of Omaha, Ne. and Jim and Linda Switzer of Granby, CO.

The groom's parents are Bob and Donna Skow of Atlantic and Merl and Joyce McKinley of Albuquerque, NM. Grandmother is Della Coy of Villisca.

The couple are both employed with Ultimate Team Sales in Albuquerque.

Sara Werner

and

Marvin Olson

Cecilia Werner of Red Oak and Vern Werner of Malmo, Nebraska, and David and Fran Olson of Stanton and Alec Werner, the son of Sara Werner, would like to bless the engagement of Sara M. Werner to Marvin D. Olson. The couple will be united in marriage Friday, December 23, 2005 at the First Covenant Church in Red Oak.

Sara is a 2003 graduate of the University of Nebraska of Omaha. She is currently employed as an electrical engineer with Brewer Engineering in Ankeny, Iowa.

Marvin is a 2000 graduate of Commonwealth Institute of Mortuary Science in Houston, Texas and is currently employed as a licensed funeral director with Sellergren-Lindell-DeMarce Funeral Home in Red Oak, Iowa.

Anthony and Anna Boggess

Anna Renee Byrd and Anthony Glenn Boggess were united in marriage on September 10, 2005 at Pebble Hill Plantation, Thomasville Georgia.

The 6:30 p.m. wedding was performed by the Rev. John Whittington, on the lawn of the mansion. The bride was attended by Aimee Savy, sister of the bride, as matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Megan Smith, sister of the groom, Courtney Jackson, cousin of the bride, and Ashley Jackson, friend of the bride. Dr. William Boggess, father of the groom was bestman. Groomsmen were Matthew Boggess, and Michael Boggess, brothers of the groom, and Daniel Mills, friend of the groom.

The bride’s parents are J. W. and Delania Byrd, Mayo, Florida. The groom’s parents are Cheryl Smith, Cross City, Florida, and Dr. William and Dr. Carolyn Boggess, Corvallis, Oregon.

Grandparents of the groom are Rose Marie Shaw, Red Oak, Iowa, and Jim and Effie Boggess, Clarinda, Iowa. All three grandparents attended the ceremony.

After a honeymoon trip to Montana, Anna and Anthony are at home at Cross City, Florida.