Couples announcements for December 2016

McKenzie Green and Adam Hermann

McKenzie Ashten Green and Adam Timothy Herrmann, both of Jefferson City, were married at 2 p.m., July 16, at The Millbottom, Jefferson City. Ryan Kelly performed the double-ring ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Matt and Stephanie Sanders Green, Jefferson City. The groom is the son of Tim and Debbie Herrmann, Jefferson City. The bride wore a sandstone floor-length tulle gown featuring a Moorish-styled topper of ivory lace. She carried a bouquet of white spray asters, Queen Anne's lace, …

December 18, 2016

Robert Redel and Kathie Biesemeyer

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Redel, Jefferson City, celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary in September with a Mediterra-nean cruise. Robert Redel and Kathie Biesemeyer Jolly were married September 14, 1991, at The Governor's Gardens, Jefferson City. Rev. John Rollins officiated. They were attended by Kristie Frank, Holts Summit, and Doug Juergensmeyer, Koeltztown. Mr. and Mrs. Redel have four children: Derek Redel and his wife Katy, New Smyrna Beach, Fla.; Aaron Jolly and his wife Allison, Jefferson City; Ryan Redel and his …

December 18, 2016

Sarah Schwaller and Lucas Kirkweg

Sarah Schwaller and Lucas Kirkweg, both of Marys Home, were married at 12 noon, September 10, at Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church, Marys Home. Fr. Patrick Shortt performed the double-ring ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Samuel and Carolyn Schwaller, Marys Home. The groom is the son of Leon and Marla Kirkweg, Marys Home. A dinner and dance reception followed the ceremony at Our Lady of the Snows Center. The bride is a 2010 graduate of Cole …

December 18, 2016

Don Parkes and Ruby Reed

Mr. and Mrs. Don Parkes, California, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary November 24 with a luncheon and reception at the home of Aubrey and Iva Parkes, hosted by Rose Newkirk and Ruth Jones. Don Parkes and Ruby Reed were married November 24, 1956, at Flag Spring Baptist Church, California. Rev. Streeter officiated. They were attended by Marion Parkes, deceased, and Emma (Reed) Kirchhoff, California. Mr. and Mrs. Parkes have one child, Sandy Parkes Marsh and her husband John, Jefferson City. …

December 11, 2016

Wayne Verslues and Brenda Walther

Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Leon Verslues, Jefferson City, are celebrating their 35th wedding anniversary. A trip is planned at a later date. Wayne Leon Verslues and Brenda Kay Walther were married December 5, 1981, at Immaculate Conception Church, Jefferson City. Fr. Greg Hartley officiated. They were attended by Julie Walther Lueckenhoff, Jefferson City; DeeAnn Stevenson Spiher, Green Valley, Ariz.; Sandy Schnieders Holzer, Jefferson City; Diane Verslues Winegar, Jefferson City; Joyce Vieth Rackers, Linn; Lori Walther Storms, Jefferson City; Julie Verslues …

December 11, 2016

Donald Hall and Twila Russell

Mr. and Mrs. Donald C. Hall Sr., Jefferson City, are celebrating their 55th wedding anniversary. Donald C. Hall and Twila Sue Russell were married December 9, 1961, at First United Methodist Church, Jefferson City. Mr. and Mrs. Hall have three children: Sheryl Hurley and her husband Travis, Holts Summit; Donald C. Hall Jr. and his wife Paula, O'Fallon; and Craig Hall and his fiancée Stacy, Holts Summit. They also have six grandchildren: Samantha Hall, Austin Hall, Clayton Hurley, Veronica Hauser, …

December 11, 2016

Tom Copeland and Darline Shiver

Mr. and Mrs. Tom Copeland, Jefferson City, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a cake and wine reception. Tom Copeland and Darline Shiver were married October 10, 1966, at Memorial Baptist Church, Jefferson City. Robert Werner officiated. Mr. and Mrs. Copeland have three children: Debbie Johnson and her husband Ron, Yorktown, Va.; Stacey Davis and her husband Mark, California; and Melanie Thompson and her husband Shawn, Jefferson City. They also have eight grandchildren.

December 11, 2016

Sara Deaver and Andrew Kautsch

Chris and Tammy Deaver, Jefferson City, along with William and Cindy Kautsch, Russellville, announce the engagement of their children, Sara Deaver, Jefferson City, and Andrew Kautsch, Russellville. A December 17 wedding is planned at St. Johns Lutheran Church, Stringtown.

December 11, 2016

Brooke Zeilman and Nicholas Vieth

Kenny and Renee Zeilman, Rich Fountain, announce the engagement of their daughter, Brooke Zeilman, Rich Fountain, to Nicholas Vieth, Taos, son of David and Sharon Vieth, Taos. A December 31 wedding is planned at Sacred Heart Church, Rich Fountain.

December 11, 2016

Shelby Lile and Nick Esposito

Gary and Kathy Lile, Jefferson City, announce the engagement of their daughter, Shelby Lile, Phoenix, Ariz., to Nick Exposito, Phoenix, Ariz., son of Pat and Jill Exposito, Gilbert, Ariz. A January 15, 2017 wedding is planned in Phoenix, Ariz. The bride-to-be is a 2004 graduate of Jefferson City High School, Jefferson City; a 2008 graduate of Bradley University with a Bachelor's degree; and a 2011 graduate of the University of Notre Dame with a J.D. degree. She is an attorney …

December 4, 2016

Philip Wilson and Wanda Vlahovich

Drs. Philip and Wanda Wilson, Jefferson City, will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary with a European family trip. Philip Joseph Wilson II and Wanda Gayle Vlahovich were married December 4, 1976, at Mary Immaculate Church, Kirksville. Father Michael Flanagan officiated. They were attended by Mrs. Glenda (Vlahovich) Madden, Rock Hill, S.C.; Ms. Cathy (Mathews) Ham, Fairfax, Iowa; Dr. Margaret (Wilson) Lemley, Kirksville; Dr. Michael Wilson, Jefferson City; Dr. James Wilson, Macon; and Dr. Patrick Ball, Oak Hill, Ohio. Drs. Philip …

December 4, 2016

David Larimore and Wanda Koestner

Mr. and Mrs. David Larimore, Russellville, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary October 29 with a reception for family and friends at First Church of God, Jefferson City, hosted by their children and spouses. David Larimore and Wanda Koestner were married October 22, 1966, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Russellville. Mr. and Mrs. Larimore have three children: Michael Larimore and his wife Kim, Russellville; Michelle Fleshman and her husband Rob, Deridder, La.; and Aaron Larimore and his wife Erin, Russellville. They also …

December 4, 2016

Kristen Fishback and Christopher Siebeneck

Donna and Stephen Siebeneck, Wardsville, announce the engagement of their son, Christopher Siebeneck, Columbia, to Kristen Fishback, Columbia, daughter of Barb Fishback, Jacksonville, Ill., and the late Martin Fishback. A December 10 wedding is planned at Stephens Lake Park, Columbia.

December 4, 2016

Dale Rackers and Roberta Sloat

Mr. and Mrs. Dale Rackers, Henley, celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary on November 26 with a surprise dinner hosted by their children. An Alaskan vacation is planned for next year. Dale Rackers and Roberta Sloat were married November 23, 1991, at St. Stanislaus Church, Wardsville. Fr. Mike Coleman officiated.

December 4, 2016

Courtney Davenport and Garrett Buschjost

Courtney Davenport and Garrett Buschjost, both of Wardsville, were married at 2 p.m., May 28, at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, Wardsville. Father Medina performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Karl and Carol Davenport, Wardsville. The groom is the son of Tom and Mary Buschjost, Wardsville. A dinner and dance reception followed the ceremony at the Wardsville Lions Club. A rehearsal dinner, hosted by the groom's parents, was held May 27 at St. Stanislaus. The bride is a …

December 4, 2016

Wayne Verslues and Brenda Walther

Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Leon Verslues, Jefferson City, are celebrating their 35th wedding anniversary. A trip is planned at a later date. Wayne Leon Verslues and Brenda Kay Walther were married December 5, 1981, at Immaculate Conception Church, Jefferson City. Fr. Greg Higley officiated. They were attended by Julie Walther Lueckenhoff, Jefferson City; DeeAnn Stevenson Spiher, Green Valley, Ariz.; Sandy Schnieders Holzer, Jefferson City; Diane Verslues Winegar, Jefferson City; Joyce Vieth Rackers, Linn; Lori Walther Storms, Jefferson City; Julie Verslues …

December 4, 2016

Amanda Brauner and Kevin Schwartze

Amanda Christine Brauner, Lohman, and Kevin Barrett Schwartze, Jefferson City, were married at 2 p.m., November 5, at St. Martins Catholic Church, Jefferson City. Father Ed Schmidt performed the double-ring ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Pat and Christine Brauner, Lohman. The groom is the son of Roger Schwartze and Michelle Johnson, both of Jefferson City. Given in marriage by her parents, the bride wore a strapless delicate sweetheart neckline all over embroidered tulle ball gown with buttons down …

December 4, 2016

Jack Meldrem and Martha Hilke

Mr. and Mrs. Jack Meldrem, Wardsville, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Thanksgiving Day, November 24, with a Mass and blessing at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, Wardsville, followed by a dinner at their daughter's home, hosted by their children. Jack Meldrem and Martha "Jane" Hilke were married Thanksgiving Day, November 24, 1966, at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Argyle. Fr. Henry Wiesman officiated. They were attended by Debra Hilke Rowe, Meta; Dan Davis, Decatur, Texas; Robert Van Der Leest, deceased; Kathryn Hilke …

December 4, 2016

Freddy Klindt and Cathy Berendzen

Mr. and Mrs. Freddy Klindt, Eugene, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Saturday with a Mass, dinner and dance at Our Lady of the Snows Parish Center, hosted by their children. Freddy Klindt and Cathy Berendzen were married November 26, 1966, at Our Lady of the Snows, Marys Home. Fr. Sean Symth officiated. They were attended by Janice (Berendzen) Belt, deceased; Janice Taylor, deceased; Brenda (Berendzen) Rush, Marys Home; John Klindt, Eugene; Alvin Kempker, Jefferson City; and Dr. Bob Hartman, Defiance. …

December 4, 2016

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