The Mail-Journal, Volume 28, Number 28, Milford, Kosciusko County, 23 August 1989 — Page 6
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THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., August 23,1989 B
Community corner
Carol Speicher enjoys her job as the custodian for the community building
I By MARY JANE LORTON Staff Writer
Carol Speicher of Milford has tailored her life around a philosophy of being with her children . Eric. 14 and Ryan, 10. "I always wanted to stay home with the kids, so while they were little, I baby-sat," she says. With a core group of about five children. Carol baby-sat for eight years. "I enjoy being with children,” Carol adds, "I guess I'd have to if I baby-sat for eight years.” After the kids started school, Carol gave up the baby-sitting business and started her own cleaning business. She has never formally advertised, but credits "word of mouth" advertising for her ability to stay busy working. "I cleaned the post office and think maybe people saw me there and found out,” Carol remarks.
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Going back to the desire to be with her children, Carol does not "work as much during the summer." She enjoys being able to go to the beach or to participate in other activities with the boys instead. "It's nice that it worked out that way," Carol qomments. Besides her cleaning business. Carol also works as the custodian of the Milford Comnfßnity Building. "I schedule all events and collect the money" for the building, she explains. She also buys cleaning supplies and makes certain that things are functioning properly at
Paula Corbin becomes bride of Robert Jewson July 15
Paula S. Corbin. North Webster, and Robert R. Jewson, Leesburg, were married on July 15 at 2 p.m. in North Webster Church of God by Pastor David Bollenbacher. cousin of the bride. Pastor Jim Davey gave the invocation. There were 300 guests present. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Corbin. North Webster. Mr. and Mrs. Dale Jewson, Leesburg, are parents of the bridegroom. Mary Jo Lundy was organist.
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and Marcia Conkling, pianist. Mr and Mrs. Dan Conkling were vocalists. Musical selections were: "You Are My Inspiration." "You Decorated My Life," “Household of Faith." and "Only God Could Love You More. " The marriage ceremony was performed before an altar decorated with two candelabras featuring pink, white and mauve floral arrangements of sweetheart roses with white satin ribbons and greenery. A bouquet of pink and mauve roses sat
CAROL SPEICHER — Cross-stitching is one of the many interests that Carol Speicher of Milford picks up again following the summer. During the summer. Carol keeps busy by doing different activities with her two sons Eric and Ryan. In addition, she runs her own cleaning business, serves as the custodian for the Milford Community Building and teaches Sunday school at her church. (Photo by Mary Jane Lorton)
beside a unity candle and Bible. A basket of pink tea roses and ivy was placed on the organ in memory of bride s grandparents. The bride wore a white satin, floor-length gown with elbowlength puffed sleeves, natural waistline and silk bows circling the hemline of the skirt. The bodice was adorned with pearls and sequins and styled with a lace, satin and chiffon panel insert and choker-style lace collar Her fingertip veil was attached to
a circular headpiece of flowers and pearls. She carried a small white Bible that was carried by her mother when she was married 22 years ago. The Bible was topped with a nosegay of pink and mauve roses, pink lilies, ivy and white lace ribbons and bows. Patty Birkel, Syracuse, was matron of honor. She wore a floor-length gown of pink satin with short sleeves and a lace bow on the back. She carried a nosegay of pink and mauve azaleas, sweetheart roses and baby's breath surrounded with white lace, satin bows and streamers. Bridesmaids were Jane Moore, Syracuse, and Shelley Buchanan. Hartford City. Ann Marie Corbin, North Webster, sister of the bride, was flower girl. All of the bride’s attendants wore gowns and carried bouquets identical to that of the honor attendant. . Timothy Carter, Pierceton, served as best man. Groomsmen were Scott Jewson, Leesburg, brother of the bridegroom, and Michael Buchanan, Columbus. Ohio. The groomsmen also seated guests. Ring bearer was Matthew Stump, Claypool. The bride's mother chose a tealength dress in a pale, steel-blue color, with pleated skirt. She wore a corsage of pink and mauve miniature tea roses and baby azaleas The bridegroom's mother selected a mauve colored street-length dress with pleated skirt. She wore a corsage of pink and mauve miniature carnations and baby's breath Immediately following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church fellowship hall The wedding cake was baked and decorated by Wava Bauer. Indianapolis. Music was provided by Mr and Mrs. Dan Conklin That evening, a dance receptifls hosted by Mr and Mrs Dale
Cancer Society Bridge Party
Eight tables of bridge players competed in the second annual American Cancer Society Bridge Party held on August 7 at the South Shore Golf Course Olive Witt was first and Irma Sink was second to win the American Cancer Societytrophies. Other prizes were awarded to Ven Endsley, Grace Schmeiser, Irene Bucher. Peg Zimmerman. Peg Thomas. Ruby Paul, Bette Anglin. Crystal
School lunch menu
WAWASEE COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Aug. 28-Sept. 1 MONDAY — Submarine sandwich, tater tots pear slices, and milk TUESDAY — French toast, ham patty, hash brown, mixed fruit, juice, and milk WEDNESDAY - Ravioli, California blend, jello w/fruit and topping, garlic toast, and milk THURSDAY — Cook's choice FRIDAY — Fish wedge with tarter sauce, buttered Irish potatoes, fresh apple slices, and milk Menus are subject to change MILFORD SYRACUSE NORTH WEBSTER
the building. As the custodian, Carol also makes a report about the building at the monthly MAD, Milford Area Development, meetings. In her three and a half years as custodian, Carol has only once scheduled two groups for the same time in the building. "And that was in the first couple of weeks" on the job, she adds. Os the job Carol tells, “I really enjoy it. and it doesn't take a lot of time." The fact that it does not require a lot of time is a definite plus for Carol since she has many other interests that she likes to pursue. “I like to ride a bike, I love to read. My husband (Larry) says I'm in my own little world when 1 read," she laughs. In the winter months Carol finds herself cross-stitching — “it’s habit forming!" she exclaims. Besides this needlework. Carol has just started making country craft things. A bigger project that Carol and her family are taking on for the first time this year involves an orchard that they recently purchased. A couple of miles southeast of town, the orchard has about 20 trees. Rasberries, apples and cherries are all found in this newly purchased orchard and although rasberry and cherry season have passed, apple season is just on the horizon. “This is all new to us.” Carol admits, "and it is going to take a lot of time.” In the future Carol says they may build a home out near their orchard. "My husband has always wanted to be out in the country," Carol says. .. A As a member of the Living GospeTfffilfch in Nappanee. Carol says she teaches Sunday school. She describes this work enthusiastically which seems to parallel the eagerness with which the children approach learning in her classroom. "They are such fun to be around." says Carol smilingly. “At one time." she shares, "1 thought maybe I should have been a teacher since I like kids so much." Os her own children, Carol says. "I have always felt that I should be with them (her children) . . . we've had to make some sacrifices and my children are worth it. ”
Jewson, was held in Camelot Hall. Entertainment was provided by "Mr. Music.” Debbie Deßolf, Warsaw, registered guests. Jennifer Boyer. North Webster, Tamie Crane and Meghan Boggs, Pierceton, presided at the gifts table. Servers were: Sandi Lung, Pierceton; Mary Stump and Julie Stump. Claypool; Chris Waldrop. Dan Bauer and Sara Bauer, Syracuse; Pat Wright. Leesburg; and Orlie Black, North Webster. Cynthia Bollenbacher,
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Stevensville. Mich . aunt of the bride, designed all of the floral arrangements for the wedding.
Miller, Harrietta Heil, Charlotte Scheiber, Barbara Plank, June Hughes, Nancy Dalton. Dottie Murphy. Carol Sholl, Nancy Witt, Mery Derry. Lucy Whiteneck, Lavonne Garr, Leah White, Mary Margorie McCoy, Helen Alfrey and Mary Steele. The proceeds for the event go to the American Cancer Society to help achieve cancer control and make more research possible
ELEMENTARY AND JUNIOR HIGH Aug. 28-Sept. 1 MONDAY — Chicken patty sandwich, buttered corn, applesauce, baked item, and milk TUESDAY — Macaroni and cheese, ham salad sandwich, buttered broccoli, pineapple chunks, and milk WEDNESDAY — Ravioli, let tuce salad, peach slices, hot roll w/butter. and milk THURSDAY — Beef and noodles, whipped potatoes, buttered peas, jello cubes, peanut butter bread, and milk FRIDAY — Submarine sand wich. tater tots, strawberries and bananas, cookie, and milk Menus are subject to change
The bride graduated from Wawasee High School and Wayne University, Fort Wayne. The bridegroom graduated from Wawasee High School and Pur due University, West Lafayette. He is employed as a 1 robotic manufacturing engineer with Mobil Chemical Company. NewJersey. Following a wedding trip to the Pocono Mountains in Pennsylvania, the couple will be at home at 66 Park Ave.. Apt. F-14, Washington, N.J.
* * 1 TO WED IN, OCTOBER — Michelle R. Wakeland and Gregory J. DeGulis, both of New York City, N.Y., announce their engagement and upcoming marriage. Parents of the bride-elect are Bob and Sandy McNary, Syracuse. The groom-elect's parents are Al and Helen DeGulis, Cleveland, Ohio. Miss Wakeland is a graduate of Wawasee High School, and Purdue University. She is employed as an assistant buyer for Saks sth Avenue. New York city. DeGulis is a graduate of University School. Cleveland, and the University of Michigan. Ann Arbor. He also graduated from Case Western Reserve University Law School, Cleveland, and is an attorney with the firm of Bivona & Cohen. New York City. , couple is planning an October wedding in New York city.
CALENDAR Week Os August 23 To August 30 WEDNESDAY Syracuse Fire Department Regular Meeting 7 p.m., Fire Station Alcoholics Anonymous Wawasee Group 7:30 p.m., Episcopal Retreat House, South Shore Drive. Lake Wawasee, Syracuse. Closed meeting Alanon 7:30 p.m., Saint Andrew's United Methodist Church, Syracuse THURSDAY Waw asee Community Toughlove 7 p.m., Lakeland Youth Center, Syracuse. Parent support group for parents troubled by their teenager's behavior. North Webster Lions Club 7 p.m., Don and Dee's Family Restaurant Adult Children of Alcoholics 7:30 p.m., Bowen Center, Warsaw Lakeside VFW Post 1342, Syracuse Bp.m. FRIDAY Milford Kiwanis .fll 6:45 a.m., Milford Community Building NSjSty Alcoholics Anonymous Carl Sheperd Memorial Group 7:30 p.m., now meeting at C.A.R.S., Inc., SR 13, Syracuse. •Open meeting Heart of Lakes Squares 8-10:30 p.m., Syracuse Elementary SATURDAY Wawasee Kiwanis 7 a.m., Gropp's, Syracuse SUNDAY S.A.L.T. (Single Adults as Living Testimonies 9:30 a. m.. Mike's Soda Shop, North Webster Alcoholics Anonymous Fireball Group 10 a.m., North Webster Fire Station. Open meeting Alcoholics Anonvmous Sunday Night Recovery Group 8 p.m.. North Webster United Methodist Church. Closed meeting Alanon Sunday Night Group 8 p.m., North Webster United Methodist Church. Closed f meeting MONDAY Lakeland Kiwanis 6:45 a. m.. North Webster Church of God FOE Men's Meeting Aerie 3760 7p.m., Lakeland Eagles, 404 Sycamore St., Syracuse Alcoholics Anonymous Milford Group 7:30 p.m., Milford United Methodist Church. Closed meeting , > ' Alcoholics Anonymous North Webster Group 7:30 p.m., North Webster United Methodist Church. Open meeting Alanoh Milford Family Group f:3op.m., Milford United Methodist Church TUESDAY Alanon Just For Today vvv 9:30 a.m . St. Andrew's United Methodist Church. Syracuse Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary 12 noon. Gropp's, Syracuse Alanon 7:30 p.m . Bowen Center, outpatient building. Warsaw WEDNESDAY Eagles Auxiliary Meeting Aerie 3760 7 p.m . Lakeland Eagles. 404 Sycamore St., Syracuse Alcoholics Anonymous Wawasee Group 7:30 p.m.. Episcopal Retreat House, South Shore Drive, Lake Wawasee, Syracuse. Closed meeting Alanon 7:30 pm., Saint Andrew's United Methodist Church, Syracuse j-' ■ VISITS WASHINGTON. D.C. — Carrie Schmahl. 14. Syracuse, is shown with Republican Congressman John Hiler in his office in Washington, D.C. Carrie and her mother spent 10 days out east this Summer, spending five days in Washington. D.C. While in Washington, they visited the Smithsonian Institution. Ford's Theatre, the White House. Arlington National Cemetery. Bureau of Engraving. FBI building, monuments and memorials and the national zoo. At Hiler’s office, he gave them passes for the gallery of the House and Senate and the Schmahls were able to see all the senators which is a rarity since they aren’t usually there at the same time. Carrie and her mother stated that Hiler was very gracious and spent quite a lot of time talking with them. Mrs. Schmahl said that all the tours they took were free and the public transportation is free. She encourages everyone to visit the capital. Carrie, daughter of Don and Judy Schmahl of Syracuse, will be a freshman this year at Wawasee High School.