The Mail-Journal, Volume 29, Number 26, Milford, Kosciusko County, 8 August 1990 — Page 7

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Suzanne Shock becomes the bride of Joseph Gerencser, Jr.

Suzanne R. (Minnick) Shock, Milford, became the bride of Joseph A. Gerencser, Jr., also of Milford, at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, June 16, in Wawasee Bible Community Church, Milford. Tom Speicher, pastor of the church, performed the double ring ceremony in the presence of 150 guests. Parents of the bride are Mr. and Mrs. Harry Minnick, Jr., Syracuse. The groom’s parents are Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Gerencser, Sr., Milford. Organist was Spencer Martin, Milford. Soloist was Chris Dillion, Warsaw. Special selections for the ceremony included “One Hand, One Heart” and “The Wedding Prayer.” The bride wore an off-the-shoulder ivory satin dress adorned with alencon lace. Designed with a V-shaped neckline with pearls accenting the drop-waist bodice, the ankle-length dress featured short pouff sleeves. Her headpiece was a V-shaped hat accented with pearls and lace with a back pouff and fingertip veil. She carried a cascade of ivory carnations tipped in teal with roses, stephanotis and baby's breath accented with pearls and lace. Matron of honor was Joleen Holderread, Milford. Bridesmaids were Pamela M. Shock and Kristy L. Shock, both of Milford, daughters of the bride. The attendants wore tea-length gowns of teal satin, adorned with alencon lace. Their headpieces consisted of teal and ivory satin flowers worn to the side. They carried ivory carnations tipped in teal, roses and stephanotis accented with pearls and lace. Best man was Andy Spoentgen, Lafayette. Ushers were Marshall Minnick, North Webster, brother of the bride; and Gary Gerenc-

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MASONIC SCHOLARSHIPS — The Grand Lodge F&AM of Indiana Scholarship Board established a Ralph W. Searight Educational Trust Fund several years ago. This year Syracuse Lodge 454 F&M received $1,500 for three scholarships to a son or daughter of any lodge member. This year’s recipients are: Casey Kline, son of Leonard and Joan Kline, Syracuse, who will be a freshman at Purdue University, majoring in mechanical and construction engineering; Amy Firestone, daughter of Robert and Nancy Firestone, Goshen, who will be a freshman at Purdue University majoring in biology; and Brian Tallon, son of Mike and Margaret Tallon, Syracuse, who will be a sophomore at Purdue University, majoring in chemical engineering. Shown in front in the photo are Kline, Firestone and Tallon receiving their checks from Jack Elam, secretary of the local lodge. Each one received a SSOO check. Standing in back are their fathers who are members of the local lodge. They are Leonard Kline, treasurer; Robert Firestone, past master; and Mike Tallon, worshipful master. (Photo by Deb Patterson)

Hi Neighbors learn about new middle school

Juanita Miller gave the meditation on July 26 when Hi Neighbors Club members met at the Mock School. Mrs. Miller read four poems: “He Loves You," “Everywhere Across the Land You See God’s Hand,” “Grandmother Is Special,” “What Is a Grandmother?” The program was presented by Betty Jo Roberts. She told about the new middle school now under

Residence assistants at Ball State

Several students have joined the Ball State University residence hall staff as residence assistants. Residence assistants counsel students, assist directors with administrative duties and enforce university rules and regulations. They also act as liaisons between hall directors and student residents. Those assistants from Kosciusko County include the following: Leesburg — Beth Bonner, r 1, a graduate of Wawasee High School and a senior majoring in interior design Syracuse — Steven Briggs, 713 McClintic Rd., a graduate of Wawasee High School and a sophomore majoring in political science.

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ser, Milford, brother of the groom. The mothers of the couple wore corsages of ivory roses. Immediately following the ceremony, a receptjpn was held at the church. Serving at the reception were Janele Jefferies, Rochester; and Paula Kaiser, Diane May and Margaret Criswell, all of Milford.

construction between North Webster and Syracuse. Roll call response was “My favorite iced drink.” Avelda Roberts read minutes of the June meeting. Mrs. Miller read the treasurer’s report. Discussion was held about how to color Queen Ann’s Lace flowers with food coloring. Members who did not have cucumbers for lunch were fined and the money put into the club treasury. Items put up for the birthday auction were peanut butter pie, zucchini and cucumbers. It was noted that the annual club picnic would be held July 29 at the Mock School. Hostesses for the day were Mary Mock and Mrs. Miller. They served refreshments of oatmeal cake, mints and nuts.

Registration to begin for fall semester at BU

Butler University will be holding registration for students interested in enrolling for the fall semester. New students can register on Monday, Aug. 20, from 1 to 4:30 p.m.; Tuesday, Aug. 21, from 9 a m. to 6 p.m.; and Wednesday, Aug. 22, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Registration for returning students is scheduled for Thurs

The bride is a graduate of Wawasee High School and is employed as a production control clerk at Chore-Time,’ Inc., Milford. The groom, a graduate of Wawasee High School and a 1981 graduate of Purdue University, is a production planner at Brock Manufacturing, Milford. Following a wedding trip to Seattle, Wash., the couple is now residing in Meadowview Addition, Milford.

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AUGUST WEDDING — Joanne Sult of North Webster and John Snyder of Warsaw wish to announce their engagement and upcoming marriage on August 18, 4 p.m., at Vinegar Bend in Leesburg. An open house for family and friends will follow the ceremony.

The future groom is employed at Leesburg Grain Elevator, and the bride-elect is employed with Seranade Foods.

day, Aug. 23, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday, Aug. 24, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. All students must register through the office of admissions. The admissions office is located in Jordan Hall Room 136. For more information on course descriptions and class schedules, call the office of extended programs at 317-283-9272.

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TO CELEBRATE 40TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY — Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Zimmerman, r 1 box 174A, Milford, will be honored for their 40th wedding anniversary with an open house. The event, hosted by their children, will be held from 2-5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19, in Living Gospel Church, corner of Locke and Walnut streets, Nappanee. Zimmerman and the former Johanna Alderfer were married August 19, 1950, in Warsaw, with Carroll N. Odell performing the ceremony. Mr. Zimmerman has been a farmer for 38 years, and Mrs. Zimmerman is a homemaker. They are members of Living Gospel Church, Nappanee. The couple’s children include a son and daughter-in-law, Tony and Ruth* Zimmerman, Milford; a daughter, Barbara Zimmerman, Milford; and a son, Terry Zimmerman, also of Milford. The Zimmermans have two grandsons. The couple requests no gifts, only the presence of family and friends.

Couple honeymoons at Niagara Falls

Kathleen Kay Weisser, Milford, and Lloyd B. (Charlie) Miller, Warsaw, were united in marriage at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, July 21, in Wawasee Community Bible Church, Milford. Pastor Orvil Kilmer of Milford performed the double ring ceremony in the presence of 200 guests. Prayer was offered by Tom Speicher, pastor of the church. Parents of the bride are Fred and Diane Weisser, Milford. The groom is the son of Allen and Glenna Wagner, Nappanee, and Boyd and Sally Miller, Battle Creek, Mich. The front of the church was decorated with candelabra accented with ivy and peach bows, a unity candle and small wicker baskets of silk peach and white floral arrangements. The entrance to the sanctuary featured

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TO WED — The announcement has been made of the engagement of Sheila Jo Miller and Donald Orville Richards, both of Syracuse. The bride-elect is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Dean Miller, rsbox 421, Syracuse. She is a 1989 graduate of Goshen High School and is employed at L. R. Design, Elkhart. The groom-elect is the son of Mr. and Mrs. David Allen Richards, P.O. Box 145, North Webster. He attended Wawasee High School and is employed at Tern Industries, Syracuse. The couple plans to be married October 6 in Benton Free Baptist Church, Goshen. Class of 1970 reunion As a reminder to the members of Wawasee High School’s class of 1970, the 20th class reunion will be held on Saturday, Sept. 1, at Maxwelton Golf Course. For those who have not been contacted, call Rex Heil at 856-4231.

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a white wooden archway highlighted with small white lights, ivy, white netting and clusters of baby’s breath. Pianist was Heather Waldrop, Syracuse. Vocalists were Mary Jane Lorton, Syracuse, and Ed Vanlaningham, Milford. Special selections included “The Wind Beneath My Wings,” “If” and "Just You and I.” Following the lighting of the unity candle, the bride and groom presented a long stem white rose to each of the mothers. The bride wore a white satin gown designed with a scoop neckline, a bodice accented with alencon lace, iridescent sequins and simulated pearls, and long tapered sleeves puffed at the shoulders. The back of the gown extended into a chapel-length train enhanced with three satin bows and insets of lace. Her headpiece consisted of a Vband of silk flowers and sidespray of pearls, designed with a nylon pouff and fingertip-length veil. She carried a bouquet of fresh white roses accented with baby’s breath, and peach and aqua ribbons. Matron of honor was Angie Speicher, Milford. Bridesmaids were Sharonald Weisser, Milford, sister-in-law of the bride, and Molly Buhrt, Milford. The attendants wore aqua tealength satin gowns featuring a lace covered bodice, scoop neckline and shirred sleeves. They each carried a single stem white rose accented with baby’s breath, and peach and aqua ribbons. The flower girl was Alicia Treesh, Warsaw. She wore an aqua P dress similar to the bridesmaids and carried a small white basket of rose petals. Brock O’Brien, Warsaw, was the ring bearer. Best man was Dan Middleton, Warsaw. Groomsmen were Doug

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Couple honeymoons in Florida

Dianna Carol Drudge and Patrick Steven Jones exchanged marriage vows in a 3:30 p.m. ceremony on June 9 in Trinity United Methodist Church, Warsaw. Don Peyser, officiating pastor, and J. Robert Fields, welcoming pastor, performed the double-ring ceremony in the presence of 150 family and friends. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Norm (Vera) Drudge, Pierceton, and Mr. and Mrs. Stephen (Nancy) Jones, Leesburg. Decorations for the church were made by the bride and groom. Jim Cox, Warsaw, provided organ music. The bride wore a gown with a mermaid style top with trumpet flared bottom and long train. The V neckline featured beaded work. There were V’s at the waist with strands of pearls and crystals at bottom of strands. The back also was in the form of a V with a big bow at the bottom. She wore a long veil which had a pearl headband and draping pearls and flowers to the side with a big tuff in back. She carried freshia and roses and carnations in draping bouquets. Lisa A. Gregory, Columbia City, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Kristine Fearnow; Dawn Drudge, sister-in-law of the bride; Jennifer Jones, sister of the groom; and Jackie Snider. Tiffany De La Cruz, cousin of the bride, Warsaw, was flower girl and Nicholas Gates, cousin of the groom, Warsaw, was ring bearer. The attendants wore pink satin dresses with a V back featuring a

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O’Brien and Burnis Flannery, both of Warsaw. Serving as ushers were Doug Weisser and Brad Weisser, both of Milford, and Greg Weisser, Fort Wayne, brothers of the bride; and Mark Sumpter, Warsaw. Immediately following the ceremony, a buffet reception was held in the American Legion Hall, Syracuse. Peach, aqua and white balloons attached to white wooden hearts decorated the tables. Music was provided by a DJ. Hosting the reception was Larry and Sandy Weisser, Milford, uncle and aunt of the bride. Servers were Judy Long and Denise Justice, both of Milford, and Anita Fisher, Goshen. Attending the guest book and handing out programs were Matt

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bow in the back. They also wore pink satin shoes which matched the dresses. The flower girl was dressed in bridal attire with headpiece to reflect that of the bride. The ring bearer was dressed in white tux with pink tie and cummerbund which reflected the groom’s attire. Jerry Leedy served as best man. Groomsmen were Kevin Jones, brother of the groom;

and Christy Grubb, Elkhart. Scott Weisser, Milford, cousin of the bride, and Cindy Moore, Leesburg, were in charge of the gifts. The bride is a 1985 graduate of Wawasee High School and received an associate degree in legal secretarial from Clark Technical College, Springfield, Ohio, in 1988. She is employed at the law firm of Yoder. Ainlay, Ulmer and Buckingham. Goshen. The groom graduated in 1983 from Warsaw Community High School and in 1987 from Wisconsin Diesel College. He is employed at Morton International. Warsaw. Following a wedding trip to Niagara Falls and Canada, the couple is now residing at 105 N. Orchard Dr.. Apt. 5, Warsaw.

Monte Gregory; Dean Drudge, brother of the bride; and Chad Gates, cousin of the groom. Dean Drudge and Kevin Jones served as ushers. Carol Heiman and Connie Reinhart were birdseed attendants and Alison Kunce was program attendant. The mother of the bride chose a pink two-piece dress suit. The groom’s mother wore a grey dress which featured pearls at the waist. Their corsages were made of roses. The reception was held at the Knights of Columbus hall. A buffet was served along with cake and punch. Decorations were pink, white and silver bells and streamers. Music was provided by a DJ from Mr. Music. Vicky Thompson, Goshen, greeted guests at the reception as they arrived. Maggie, Aurelio and Tisha De La Cruz prepared and served the meal. Darlene Crawford, Pierceton, sister of the bride, was in change of the guest book. Following a honeymoon trip to Fort Myers Beach, Fla., and surrounding islands, the newlyweds are residing at r 4 box 78, Syracuse. The bride is a 1985 graduate of Whitko High School and a 1988 graduate of St. Francis College where she received an associate degree in commercial art. She is employed as a commercial artist at The Papers Incorporated, Milford. Her husband is a 1986 graduate of Warsaw High School. He is employed as a supervisor for Detwiler Painting Co.

ACS bridge tournament winners

The American Cancer Society luncheon-bridge tournament was held July 30 at South Shore Golf Club with 40 women attending. Winners were: First or high — Deane Henderson Second — Dorothy Ferguson Third — Bette Anglin Committee members were Deane Henderson, Jane Love, Dorothy Murphy, and Helen Alfrey, chairman.

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