Couples

Couples Announcements

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Sam Thoenen & Anna McCabe Dan and Bev Thoenen, Jefferson City, announce the engagement of their son, Sam Thoenen, Prairie Village, Kan., to Anna McCabe, Prairie Village, Kan., son of Mike and Marlene McCabe, Olathe, Kan. An October 22 wedding is planned in Kansas City. The bride-to-be is a 2010 graduate of Saint Thomas Aquinas High School, Overland Park, Kan.; a 2014 graduate of... Sep. 12 2021 @ 12:00am

Lloyd Dulle & Patricia Dulle Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd L. Dulle, Jefferson City, are celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary. Lloyd Louis Dulle and Patricia Ann Goeller were married September 15, 1956, at St. Peter Catholic Church, Jefferson City. The Rt. Rev. Msgr. Joseph A. Vogelweid officiated. They were attended by Rosalie Goeller Heislen, Marilyn Probst Hale, Norma Jean Holtmeyer Distler, Carolyn Bernskoetter Schnieders, Pauline Busch... Sep. 12 2021 @ 12:00am

Lee Waer & Janet Waer Mr. and Mrs. Lee Waer, Jefferson City, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on March 6, 2021, with a Mass at St. Peter Catholic Church, and received a special blessing from Father Jeremy Secrist, followed by a meal at Madison's Café. 2nd Lieutenant Lee Waer and Janet Rehagen were married on March 6, 1971, in Stuttgart, Germany, at the chapel at... Sep. 12 2021 @ 12:00am

William Buschman & Diane Buschman Mr. and Mrs. William J. Buschman, Jefferson City, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a family vacation. William J. Buschman and Diane E. Reinsch were married September 11, 1971, at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Argyle. Msgr. Ralph Kutz officiated. They were attended by Sandra Reinsch Schwartz, Jefferson City; Ann Buschmann Bax, Jefferson City; Carol Reinsch Trim, Jefferson City; Myra Reinsch... Sep. 12 2021 @ 12:00am

Richard Scott & Sheila Scott Mr. and Mrs. Richard Scott, Jefferson City, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary July 24 with a dinner hosted by their children. Richard Scott and Sheila Schneider were married July 24, 1971, at Immaculate Conception Church, Jefferson City. Reverend Fred J. Yele officiated. They were attended by RC Holmes, deceased; David Scott, Jefferson City; Susan Randaeph and Ima Lou Boyce. Mr.... Sep. 5 2021 @ 12:00am

Jeffrey Bisges & Heather Bisges Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Bisges, Wardsville, celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary with a family dinner and a trip to Nashville and Perdido Key. Jeffrey Bisges and Heather Rackers were married September 7, 1996, at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, Wardsville. Father Mike Coleman and Father Brenden Doyle officiated. Mr. and Mrs. Bisges have four children; Cole Bisges and his wife Daphne... Sep. 5 2021 @ 12:00am

Robert Buschjost & Susan Buschjost Mr. and Mrs. Robert Buschjost, St. Thomas, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a dinner with their family. Robert Buschjost and Susan Plassmeyer were married August 28, 1971, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Westphalia. Mr. and Mrs. Buschjost have three children: Anna Wallis and her husband Darin Wallis, Willard; Debby Buschjost, St. Thomas; and Amanda Wooten and her husband... Aug. 29 2021 @ 12:00am

Kelsey Vaughan & Jonathan Elenkiwich Kelsey Vaughan and Jonathan Elenkiwich, both of St. Louis, were married at 4:30 p.m., May 14, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, St. Louis. Deacon Paul Arthur performed the double-ring ceremony. The bride is the daughter of David and Connie Vaughan, Jefferson City. The groom is the son of David and Sue Elenkiwich, Edina, Minn. Cocktails, dinner and a... Aug. 29 2021 @ 12:00am

Alexandra Heislen & Cleveland McCarty Alexandra Heislen, Fort Collins, Colo., and Cleveland McCarty, Boulder, Colo., were married at 5 p.m., July 29, at Lionsgate Event Center, Lafayette, Colo. Alex McDonald performed the double-ringer ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Kevin and Jan Heislen, Jefferson City. The groom is the son of Dr. Eric and Miriam McCarty, Boulder, Colo. A dinner and dance reception followed... Aug. 29 2021 @ 12:00am

Charles Michael & Lois Michael Mr. and Mrs. Charles Michael, Jefferson City, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary Saturday, August 21, with a family dinner at a restaurant overlooking the Lake of the Ozarks, hosted by their children & families. Charles Michael and Lois Schedler were married August 20, 1961, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Jefferson City. Revs. Walter Niedner and Joel Schedler, father of the bride,... Aug. 22 2021 @ 12:00am

Harry Kennedy & Margaret Kennedy Mr. and Mrs. Harry Kennedy, Jefferson City, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary July 31 with a week at a Florida surprise location followed by a Branson location, hosted by their children and grandchildren. Harry Kennedy and Margaret Warren were married July 29, 1961, at Apostolic Church, Des Moines, Iowa. Rev John Waits officiated. They were attended by Phyllis (Kennedy) Eveans,... Aug. 22 2021 @ 12:00am

Courtney Lock & George Brandi Dan and Shelly Lock, Jefferson City, announce the engagement of their daughter, Courtney Lock, Prairie Village, Kan., to George Brand, Prairie Village, Kan., son of Bart and Jodie Brand, Prairie Village, Kan. A September 18 wedding is planned at Immaculate Conception Church, Jefferson City. The bride-to-be is a 2012 graduate of Helias High School, Jefferson City; a 2015 graduate... Aug. 15 2021 @ 12:00am

Amanda Peters & Tyler Schrimpf Amanda Peters and Tyler Schrimpf, both of Columbia, were married April 21 in a double-ring ceremony at Grand Palladium Resort, Riviera Maya, Mexico. A cocktail hour and dance was held August 14 at the Eagles Hall, California. After a wedding trip to Riviera Maya, Mexico, the couple resides in Columbia. Aug. 15 2021 @ 12:00am

Turner Tyson & Linda Tyson Mr. and Mrs. Turner Tyson, Jefferson City, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary August 9 with a family dinner at CC Broilers, hosted by their children. A future anniversary vacation is also planned. Turner Tyson and Linda Bowness were married August 14, 1971, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Lee's Summit. Rev. Richard Mason officiated. They were attended by Susan Miller, Kansas... Aug. 15 2021 @ 12:00am

Richard Hunolt & Sylva Hunolt Mr. and Mrs. Richard Hunolt, Jefferson City, recently celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary. Richard Hunolt and Sylva Schmutz were married August 2, 1976, at United Church of Christ, Jefferson City. Rev. Steve Buchholz officiated. They were attended by Mona Scrivner and R.C. Higgins, both of Jefferson City. Mr. and Mrs. Hunolt have five children: Tracy Blank, Jefferson City; Rick Blank,... Aug. 15 2021 @ 12:00am

Michelle Boyer & James Carpenter Michelle Boyer and James (Jimmy) Carpenter, both of Jefferson City, were married at 4:30 p.m., June 12, at The Daisy Farm, Jefferson City. Rev. Tom Vansant and Rev. Abby Peper performed the doube-ring ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Kirk and Kathy Boyer, Jefferson City. The groom is the son of Jon and Sue Carpenter, Jefferson City. A dinner... Aug. 1 2021 @ 12:00am

Ken Lane & Ann Lane Mr. and Mrs. Ken Lane, Jefferson City, celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary with a trip to Bentonville, Ark., and with family and friends throughout the summer. Ken Lane and Ann Hook were married July 18, 1981, at First Christian Church, Columbia. The late Dr. Sam S. Langley officiated. They were attended by Lynn Hook Breckenridge, Georgetown, Texas; Sara Jane Even... Aug. 1 2021 @ 12:00am

Larry Berhorst & Mary Lea Berhorst Mr. and Mrs. Larry Berhorst, Westphalia, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Saturday with a Mass, hosted by their children. Larry Berhorst and Mary Lea Kliethermes were married July 31, 1971, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Rich Fountain. Rev. Robert Arnold officiated. They were attended by Mary Ellen Benne, Roger (Butch) Berhorst, Janice Toebben, Bob Boehm, Janice Kliethermes, Bill Kliethermes, Laverne... Aug. 1 2021 @ 12:00am

Meghan Nappier & Evan Block Lori and John Nappier along with Beth and Shannon Block, all of Jefferson City, announce the engagement of their children, Meghan Leigh Nappier and Evan Lee Block, both of St. Peters. An August 21 wedding is planned at St. Peter Catholic Church, Jefferson City. The bride-to-be is a 2014 graduate of Helias Catholic High School, Jefferson City, and a 2018... Jul. 25 2021 @ 12:00am

Adam Hutschreider & Tara Johnson Darrell and Alice Hutschreider, Dallas, Texas, announce the engagement of their son, Adam Hutschreider, Seattle, Washington, to Tara Johnson, Seattle, Washington, daughter of Dale and Karla Johnson, Gig Harbor, Washington. An August 20 wedding is planned at Novelty Hill-Januik Winery, Woodinville, Washington. Jul. 25 2021 @ 12:00am

Gary Arnel & Shirley Arnel Mr. and Mrs. Gary D. Arnel, Jefferson City, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary July 24 with a family dinner at Madison's, hosted by Jeff and Bria Arnel. Gary D. Arnel and Shirley L. Perkins were married July 24, 1971, at St. Peter Catholic Church, Jefferson City. Father Patrick Shortt officiated. They were attended by Charlotte (Perkins) Collet, Jefferson City, and... Jul. 25 2021 @ 12:00am

Angela Hutschreider & Matthew Daller Darrell and Alice Hutschreider, Dallas, Texas, announce the engagement of their daughter, Angela Hutschreider, Marceline, to Matthew "Bob" Daller, Marceline, son of Dwayne and Barb Daller, Marceline. A November 6 wedding is planned at the Community Center, Marceline. Jul. 25 2021 @ 12:00am

James Tergin & Irene Tergin Mr. and Mrs. James Tergin, Jefferson City, are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary with a dinner with their children and grandchildren. James Tergin and Irene Karanikou were married July 25, 1971, at Pantanassa Greek Orthodox Church, Katerini, Greece. Mr. and Mrs. Tergin have three children: Carrie Tergin, Jefferson City; Dr. Helen Tergin and her husband John Anderson, Columbia; and George... Jul. 25 2021 @ 12:00am

John Center & Margaret Center Mr. and Mrs. John Center, Jefferson City, are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. John Center and Margaret (Susie) Smith were married July 24, 1971, at Temple Baptist Church, Sullivan. Rev. Vernon Maxted officiated. They were attended by John Boyer, Farmington; Tom Kernan, Bonne Terre; Stan Dace, Sullivan; Don Smith, Linda Smith, Cindy England, Janie England, and Abbie England, all of... Jul. 25 2021 @ 12:00am

Dennis Wilson & Margaret Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Dennis L. Wilson, St. Anthony, recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Dennis L. Wilson and Margaret A. Gudeman were married July 10, 1971, at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, Meta. Fr. Sullivan officiated. They were attended by Deborah Stansbury, Herman Gudeman, Patsy Wilson, Dale Abbott, Mary Ann Otto, Larry Wilson (deceased), Robert and Mary Schimsa, Donna Gibler, and... Jul. 11 2021 @ 12:00am

Tom Ronk & Karen Ronk Mr. and Mrs. Tom Ronk, Jefferson City, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a dinner reception and family vacation. Tom Ronk and Karen Henke were married July 10, 1971, at Immaculate Conception Church, Dardenne Prairie. Mr. and Mrs. Ronk have one child, Amanda (Ronk) Simpson and her husband Rob Simpson, Jefferson City. They also have two grandchildren, Clara Simpson... Jul. 11 2021 @ 12:00am

Charles Halderman & Carolyn Halderman Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Halderman, Wardsville, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary July 2 in Wardsville with a Mass and blessing by Fr. Medina. A trip to Naples, Fla. is also planned. Charles J. Halderman and Carolyn Schanzmeyer were married July 2, 1971, at St. Lawrence Church, St. Elizabeth. Rev. F.C. Bonn officiated. They were attended by Betty Kever, Wardsville,... Jul. 4 2021 @ 12:00am

Glen Bayne & Dorothy Bayne Mr. and Mrs. Glen A. Bayne, California, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a trip taken at a later date. Glen A. Bayne and Dorothy (Dottie) Eiken were married June 12, 1971, at Annunciation Catholic Church, California. Father Leonard Misey officiated. They were attended by Mary Jane Gudde, Holden; Lois Bayne Murphy, Latham; Oma Bayne Percival, California; Cathy Wolken... Jun. 13 2021 @ 12:00am

Don Shinkle & Janet Shinkle Mr. and Mrs. Don Shinkle, Jefferson City, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary with a dinner with immediate family. Don Shinkle and Janet Kaye Gollahon were married June 1, 1961, in Rolla. Rev. G. Scott Porter officiated. They were attended by Helen and Walter Oakes. Mr. and Mrs. Shinkle have two children: Jeff Shinkle (Jennifer) and Kristin Shinkle Daly (Joe),... Jun. 13 2021 @ 12:00am

Dan Schaefer & Wanda Schaefer Mr. and Mrs. Dan Schaefer, Centertown, are celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary today with a Mass and dinner with family. Dan Schaefer and Wanda Lamb were married June 13, 1981, at St. Martin Catholic Church, St. Martins. Fr. Brendan Doyle officiated. They were attended by Jean Armstrong, Wardsville; Sharon O'Hanlon, Pleasant Hill; Kristy Berkey, Jefferson City; Carla Buschjost, Jefferson City;... Jun. 13 2021 @ 12:00am