Couples

Couples Announcements

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Emilee Silvers & Christopher Sutton Dan and Brandi Silvers, New Bloomfield, announce the engagement of their daughter, Emilee Silvers, Russellville, to Christopher Sutton, Russellville, son of Suzanne Ponder, Jefferson City, and David and Heather Sutton, Atkins, Ark. A September 5 wedding is planned at Binder Lake, Jefferson City. Aug. 2 2020 @ 12:00am

Dennis Hentges & Caroline Hentges Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Hentges, Loose Creek, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Saturday with a Mass at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Loose Creek, followed by a dinner and dance reception. A cruise is planned at a later date. Dennis Hentges and Caroline Haslag were married August 1, 1970, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Westphalia. Rev. A.J. Hilke officiated.... Aug. 2 2020 @ 12:00am

Steve Kliethermes & Helen Kliethermes Mr. and Mrs. Steve Kliethermes, St. Martins, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, August 8, 2020, with a Mass of Thanksgiving at St. Martin Catholic Church, St. Martins, followed by a family dinner on Sunday. Steve Kliethermes and Helen Maasen were married on August 8, 1970, at St. Louis of France Catholic Church in Bonnots Mill. The Reverends... Aug. 2 2020 @ 12:00am

Marc Kollmeyer & Judy Kollmeyer Mr. and Mrs. Marc Kollmeyer, Jefferson City, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a dinner in Jefferson City with their children and grandchildren. Marc Kollmeyer and Judy Scheperle were married August 1, 1970, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Jefferson City. Rev. Walter Niedner officiated. They were attended by Yvonne (Scheperle) Bronner; Jane (Goeller) Horstman; Gail Ann (Kollmeyer) Noland; Kristy Lynn (Kollmeyer)... Aug. 2 2020 @ 12:00am

LeAnn Berendzen & Brady Weber Bruce and Kelley Berendzen, Mary's Home, announce the engagement of their daughter, LeAnn Berendzen, Jefferson City, to Brady Weber, Jefferson City, son of Kenny and Brenda Weber, Westphalia. An August 29 wedding is planned at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Westphalia. Jul. 19 2020 @ 12:00am

Emily Winkelman & Joe Reinkemeyer Larry and Wendy Winkelman, Holts Summit, announce the engagement of their daughter, Emily Winkelman, Columbia, to Joe Reinkemeyer, Jefferson City, son of Deacon Bob and Lisa Reinkemeyer, Syracuse. An October 24 wedding is planned at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Holts Summit. Jul. 19 2020 @ 12:00am

Richard Roark & Wanda Roark Mr. and Mrs. Richard Roark, Jefferson City, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Saturday with an open house, hosted by Brad and Natalie Roark at their home. Richard Roark and Wanda Hampton were married July 18, 1970, at First Baptist Church, Jefferson City. Rev. Thomas Nelson officiated. They were attended by Donna Jones, deceased, and Tom Koelling, Kansas City. Mr. and... Jul. 19 2020 @ 12:00am

Ronald Hansen & Wendy Hansen Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Hansen, Holts Summit, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary at a later date. Ronald Hansen and Wendy Levey were married July 18, 1970, at House of Hope Presbyterian Church, Elgin, Ill. Rev. William Clark officiated. Mr. and Mrs. Hansen have two children: Jeff Hansen and his wife Paige, Lakewood, Wash., and Laura (Hansen) Lewis and her... Jul. 19 2020 @ 12:00am

Melissa Thoenen & Joshua Gibson Joe and Donna Thoenen, Linn, announce the engagement of their daughter, Melissa Thoenen, Linn, to Joshua Gibson, Linn, son of Jan Crowe, Linn, and the late Jack Crowe. An August 1 wedding is planned at St. George Catholic Church, Linn. Jul. 19 2020 @ 12:00am

James Bax & Betsy Bax Mr. and Mrs. James Bax, Taos, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary with a family dinner hosted by their children. James Bax and Betsy Sandbothe were married June 18, 1960, at St. Boniface Church, Koeltztown. Rev. Richard Riechling officiated. They were attended by Mary Bradley, Fort Bragg, Calif.; Jeanne Schwaller, Jefferson City; Susie Wekenborg, Taos; Julia Wood, Rochester, Minn.; David Bax,... Jun. 28 2020 @ 12:00am

Mark Toomey & Jeannine Toomey Mr. and Mrs. Mark Toomey, Jefferson City, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a family trip at a later date. Mark Toomey and Jeannine Hall were married June 28, 1970, at United Methodist Church, Tuscola, Ill. The late Rev. Kenneth McConkey officiated. They were attended by Esther (Skinner) Boyer, Greer, S.C.; Mardena (Bridges) Michelson, Davis, Calif.; Carol Smalley, Villa... Jun. 28 2020 @ 12:00am

Robert Nienheuser & Susan Nienheuser Mr. and Mrs. Robert Nienhueser, Jefferson City, recently celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary. Robert Nienhueser and Susan Opel were married June 26, 1965, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Jefferson City. The late Rev. W.W. Niedner officiated. They were attended by Mrs. Joe Forck, Jefferson City; Mrs. Michael Battles, Independence; Mr. and Mrs. Andy Opel, Jefferson City; Glen Gage, Illinois; Curtis Cain,... Jun. 28 2020 @ 12:00am

Charles Robinson & Laverne Robinson Mr. and Mrs. Charles Robinson, Bonnots Mill, recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a special blessing at Mass in Loose Creek, followed by a private family dinner and celebration. Charles Robinson and Laverne Libbert were married June 13, 1970 at St. Peter's Church, Jefferson City. Rev. Norman Ahrens officiated. They were attended by Judy Robinson, Anita Robinson, Carla Forck,... Jun. 28 2020 @ 12:00am

Ralph Bexten & Mary Jane Bexten Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Bexten, Rich Fountain, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Saturday with a Mass of Thanksgiving at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Rich Fountain. Ralph Bexten and Mary Jane Luebbering were married June 27, 1970, at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, St. Thomas. Rev. John Degnan (deceased) officiated. They were attended by Larry Bexten, Jefferson City; Bob Luebbering,... Jun. 28 2020 @ 12:00am

Tony Wening & Charlotte Wening Mr. and Mrs. Tony Wening, Jefferson City, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a Thanksgiving Mass and a reception in October. Tony Wening and Charlotte Jendza were married June 20, 1970, at Our Lady Queen of Apostles Catholic Church, Hamtramck, Mich. Father James Russell officiated. They were attended by Marion (Fry) Braum, Breckenridge, Colo.; Sandra Rogus, Lapeer, Mich.; Donna... Jun. 21 2020 @ 12:00am

Walter Rehagen & Theresa Rehagen Mr. and Mrs. Walter Rehagen, Westphalia, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary at a later date. Walter Rehagen and Theresa Woehr were married June 18, 1960, at St. Anthony of Padua Church, Folk. Rev. John Roetger officiated. They were attended by Helen (Rehagen) Sanning, Evelyn (Rehagen) Schulte, Herbert Woehr (deceased), and Leroy Woehr. Mr. and Mrs. Rehagen have... Jun. 21 2020 @ 12:00am

Carl Landwehr & Carolyn Landwehr Mr. and Mrs. Carl Landwehr, Jefferson City, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a family celebration over the fourth of July weekend, hosted by their children. Carl Landwehr and Carolyn Toedebusch were married June 20, 1970, at St. Dismas Catholic Church, Florissant. Rev. John Hilgeman officiated. They were attended by Judy Machens, Susan Toedebusch, Stephana Landwehr, Helen Toedebusch, Tom... Jun. 21 2020 @ 12:00am

Daniel Mosley & Mary Jo Mosley Mr. and Mrs. Daniel J. Mosley, New Bloomfield, will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary with a trip to Jamaica at a later date. Daniel J. Mosley and Mary Jo Allen were married June 21, 1980, at St. Patricks Church, Wentzville. The late Father Gerald Simpson officiated. They were attended by Genie Allen, Lake Ozark; Laura Schlipp, Wright City; Carrie Benkowich,... Jun. 21 2020 @ 12:00am

Thomas Mohr & Arlene Mohr Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Mohr, Jefferson City, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary June 27 with immediate family at their home, hosted by their two sons, Tom and Bryan Mohr. Thomas Mohr and Arlene Behringer were married June 27, 1970, at Chapel One, Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland. Chaplain Rowell officiated. Jun. 21 2020 @ 12:00am

Henry Dahl & Dona Dahl Mr. and Mrs. Henry Dahl, Jefferson City, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary June 13 with a dinner for family and friends at their lake home at Lake of the Ozarks, hosted by Dana Dahl. Henry Dahl and Dona Weidinger were married June 18, 1960, at Immaculate Conception Church, Owensville. Rev. John P. Cowan, deceased, officiated. They were attended by Starlyn... Jun. 21 2020 @ 12:00am

Paul Nelson & Linda Nelson Mr. and Mrs. Paul W. Nelson, Loose Creek, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a river cruise at a later date. Paul W. Nelson and Linda S. Schneider were married June 20, 1970, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Otto. Rev. Aurthur J. Schauer officiated. Mr. and Mrs. Nelson have two children: Heather Duffield and Travis Nelson, both of... Jun. 21 2020 @ 12:00am

David Rosell & Catherine Rosell Mr. and Mrs. David Rosell, Jefferson City, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a family trip at a later date. David Rosell and Catherine Dickman were married June 27, 1970, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Holgate, Ohio. Jun. 21 2020 @ 12:00am

Jenna Welschmeyer & Troy Wieberg Jenna Welschmeyer, Henley, and Troy Wieberg, St. Anthony, were married at 11 a.m., April 25, at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, St. Elizabeth. Father Joby Thomas performed the double-ring ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Daryl and Melody Welschmeyer, Henley. The groom is the son of Cotton and Peggy Wieberg, St. Anthony. Due to COVID-19, the bride and groom had... Jun. 14 2020 @ 12:00am

Paul Coleman & Joan Coleman Mr. and Mrs. Paul Coleman, Jefferson City, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary June 20 with a reception at River Region Credit Union Community Center, Jefferson City, hosted by their children. Paul Coleman and Joan Schwartz were married June 13, 1970, at Immaculate Conception Church, Jefferson City. Rev. Patrick Piercall officiated. They were attended by Helen Robinett, Jefferson City; Bernadine... Jun. 14 2020 @ 12:00am

Larry Schwarzer & Shirley Schwarzer Mr. and Mrs. Larry Schwarzer, Centertown, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a Mass of Thanksgiving, reception and dance at St. Martin Catholic Church Hall, St. Martin, at a later date, hosted by their children and grandchildren. Larry Schwarzer and Shirley Carel were married June 13, 1970, at St. Martin Catholic Church, St. Martin. Rev. Brendan Doyle officiated. They... Jun. 14 2020 @ 12:00am

Leonard Kempker & Marilyn Kempker Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Kempker celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary with a family dinner at Oscar's Classic Diner, Jefferson City, and with a private gathering at their home. Leonard Kempker and Marilyn Kloeppel were married June 4, 1960 at St. Boniface Church, Koeltztown. Rev. Richard Riechling officiated. They were attended by Barbara Kempker, Lorene Kempker, Linda Forck, all deceased; ... Jun. 14 2020 @ 12:00am

William Graham & Alice Graham Mr. and Mrs. William B. Graham, Jefferson City, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary June 5 with a private dinner at Baxter's, Lake Ozark. A family trip to Florida is planned for later this summer. William B. Graham and Alice Meisel were married June 5, 1960, at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, St. Thomas. Rev. Leo Oligschlaeger officiated. They were... Jun. 7 2020 @ 12:00am

Bruce Stuckenschneider & Kathy Stuckenschneider Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Stuckenschneider, Westphalia, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary June 12 with a family celebration, hosted by their children. Bruce Stuckenschneider and Kathy Bax were married June 5, 1970, at Sacred Heart Church, Rich Fountain. Rev. Robert Arnold officiated. They were attended by Don Stuckenschneider, Robert Bax, Melvin Rehagen, Mike Neuner, Don Zimmer, Tom Bax, Harry Schmitz,... Jun. 7 2020 @ 12:00am

Tom Ward & Betty Ward Mr. and Mrs. Tom Ward, Russellville, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary in September with a dinner and dance at the Eagles Club, Jefferson City, hosted by their children. Tom Ward and Betty Bond were married June 7, 1970, at Russellville Baptist Church, Russellville. Rev. John Glover officiated. They were attended by Connie (Chaloupek) Arriola, California; Pat (Watts) Schulte, deceased;... Jun. 7 2020 @ 12:00am

James Cooper & Kathel Cooper Mr. and Mrs. James Cooper, Jefferson City, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a family trip at a later date. James Cooper and Kathel Addleman were married June 6, 1970, at United Methodist Church, Columbus Junction, Iowa. Rev. Harold Olson and Fr. Joseph Hines officiated. They were attended by Sandra Schneider, Holmdel, N.J.; Judy Dissinger Frohling, Sheldahl, Iowa; Jean... Jun. 7 2020 @ 12:00am