Couples announcements for October 2022

Liz Martens and James Kennedy Liz Martens and James Kennedy, both of Nashville, Tenn., were married at 5 p.m., August 5, at Gordon Green, Cleveland, Ohio. Molly Kent performed the double-ring ceremony. The bride is the daughter of David Martens Jr. and Kelly Martens, Cleveland, Ohio. The groom is the son of Becky Kennedy, Jefferson City, and the late Patrick Kennedy. The bride was given in marriage by her father. The honor attendant was Molly Martens, Cleveland, Ohio, sister of the bride. The attendants were … October 30, 2022

Harry Buersmeyer and Rita Buersmeyer Mr. and Mrs. Harry Buersmeyer, Westphalia, will celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary with a dinner with family and friends later in the month. Harry Buersmeyer and Rita Holterman were married October 25, 1952, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Westphalia. Rev. Michael Knecht officiated. They were attended by Clarence Buersmeyer and Angela Ortbals, both deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Buersmeyer have one child: Diana Gerling and her husband Alan Gerling, Jefferson City. They also have two grandchildren: Jason Gerling and Kristen Berhorst, … October 23, 2022

Henry McMichael and Myrtle McMichael Mr. and Mrs. Henry McMichael, Holts Summit, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary with a Mass on their special day and will also be taking a trip to Gulf Port. Henry McMichael and Myrtle Marie DeBrine were married October 20, 1962, at Immaculate Conception Church. Mr. and Mrs. McMichael have five children: Steve McMichael (Angie), Dena Jaegers (Lee), Kristina Schwant (Scott), Catrina McMichael, deceased; and Jim McMichael (Dawn). They also have 10 grandchildren: Tyler Jaegers, Maggie Wheeler, Collin Jaegers, Emily … October 16, 2022

Ralph Henley and Phyllis Henley Mr. and Mrs. Ralph E. Henley Jr., Kansas City, celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary with a dinner with family and friends at Civil Center, California, hosted by their children. Ralph E. Henley Jr. and Phyllis D. Funk were married October 15, 1967, at Broadway Methodist Church, Kansas City. Dr. Ross Fulton officiated. They were attended by Sharon Funk, Kanas City; Terri Henon, Kansas City; Staon Qunn, Overland Park, Kan.; Gene Henon, Rayton; and Kenneth Mosley, Kansas City. Mr. and Mrs. … October 16, 2022

Kevin Brown and Janet Brown Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Brown, Jefferson City, celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary with a dinner at Viets, a blessing, and a trip to Branson. Kevin Brown and Janet Stratman were married October 15, 1977, at St. Peter Church, Jefferson City. Fr. Kevin Gormley officiated. They were attended by Sharon (Stratman) Armstrong, Jefferson City; John Linck, O'Fallon; Kathy (Stratman) Gerstner, Jefferson City; Dale Gerstner, Jefferson City; Joe Stratman, Jefferson City; Vickie and Chuck Linck, St. Charles; Lynn (Stratman) Gerstner, Jefferson City; … October 16, 2022

Lonnie Schneider and Jan Boeller Mr. and Mrs. Lonnie Schneider, Jefferson City, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with friends and family on Saturday, October 8, at Windstone Event Center, Jefferson City, hosted by their children. Lonnie Schneider and Jan Boeller were married October 7, 1972, at First United Methodist Church, Jefferson City. Rev. Ross Fulton officiated. They were attended by Barb Tetley (Anderson), Jefferson City; Charlotte Griffen (Dudenhoeffer), Jefferson City; Carla Dellinger; Linda Schneider (Klein), Jefferson City; Bill Bryant, Holts Summit; Randy Boeller, deceased; Mike … October 9, 2022

Erica Lawson and Carl Peterson Erica RoseAdonia Lawson and Carl Hollis Peterson, both of Springfield, were married at 5 p.m., April 16, in a double-ring ceremony at Thorncrown Glass Chapel, Eureka Springs, Ark. The bride is the daughter of Melody and Robert Lawson, Jefferson City. The groom is the son of Cheryl and Bruce Peterson, Omaha, Neb. Given in marriage by her parents, the bride wore a white re-embroidered lace over taffeta gown with a fitted strapless bodice over floor-length floatation skirt. She completed her … October 9, 2022

Gary Kuensting and Kelley Bergman Mr. and Mrs. Gary Kuensting, Jefferson City, celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary with a trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C. Gary Kuensting and Kelley Bergman were married October 9, 1982, at Capital City Christian Church, Jefferson City. Gary Baker performed the ceremony. They were attended by Sue Logston, Jefferson City; Tracy Choisser, deceased; Denni Perry, Holts Summit; Deb Wideman, Festus; Daryl Luecke, deceased; Mike Scheulen, deceased; Gus Epple, Jefferson City; and Jerry Rost, Overland Park, Kan. Mr. and Mrs. Kuensting have … October 9, 2022

Jerome Schwartze and Leonna Buschmann Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Schwartze, Jefferson City, are celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary today with a private brunch at Meadow Lake Acres Country Club, hosted by their children. Jerome Schwartze and Leona Buschmann were married October 4, 1952, at Visitation Catholic Church, Vienna. Mr. and Mrs. Schwartze have three children: John Schwartze and his wife Carol Schwartze, Jefferson City; Barbara Redd, Lake Quivera, Kan.; and Donna Schwartze, Kansas City. They also have three grandchildren: Lauren Franklin, Leslie Starks, and Leah … October 2, 2022

Alan Kiral and Shirley Kiral Mr. and Mrs. Alan Kiral, Henley, celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary with a family celebration. Alan Kiral and Shirley Schanuth were married October 1, 1955, in Jefferson City. Pastor Ralph Roberts officiated. They were attended by Donald and Naomi Merritt. Mr. and Mrs. Kiral have three children: Alan Kiral Jr., deceased; Angela Putnam and her husband George, Pulaski, Tenn.; and Carol Kiral, Henley. They also have seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. October 2, 2022

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