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

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Cherie Martindale is July bride of Steven Sweatland

Cherie Annette Martindale and Steven Lee Sweatland were united in marriage during a double-ring ceremony at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, July 7, 1990, in the Christian Church of Milford. Brian Wilcox, youth minister of the church, officiated at the ceremony in the presence of 200 guests.

The bride is the daughter of Larry and Patti Martindale, Syracuse. The bridegroom is the son of Leßoy and Joyce Sweatland, Syracuse. Orchid pew bows decorated the ends of the pews. Silk flower arrangements with a unity candle and parents’ candles decorated the altar. The parents of the bride lit a candle together at the beginning of the ceremony and the bride used their candle to light the unity candle; the groom and his parents did the same. Janice Pippenger, Warsaw, was organist. Kim Evans, Syracuse, was pianist, with Carla Mahan, Milford, as soloist for the ceremony. Musical selections were “There Is Love,” and “Only God Could Love You More.” The bride’s gown was of white satin with close-fitting bodice featuring Schiffli embroidery appliques with pearls and sequins, and Elizabethan-style puffed sleeves. The gown had a semicathedral train with six strands of pearls across the back. Her headdress was a crown of pearls with blusher. The bridal bouquet was full-length with white silk roses, tiny lavender rosebuds, pearl sprays, strands of pearls and ribbon. Chris Martindale, sister of the bride, Fort Wayne, was maid of honor, and Amy Brown, Syracuse, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Teana Vannoster, Goshen; Mary' Vester, North Webster; and Buffy Wilson, Sandusky, Ohio. Carrie Shriner was junior bridesmaid and Megan Shriner was flower girl. Both are nieces of the groom from New Paris. Andrew Spurling, nephew of the groom, Syracuse, was ring bearer. The attendants wore slimfitting dropped-waist dresses of orchid satin overlaid with lace, with high/low flounced hemlines

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HEALTH/WEALTH SEMINAR — First National Bank of Warsaw and Kosciusko Community Hospital are working together to sponsor a free Health and Wealth Seminar. Fifteen informative retirement and pre-retirement programs will be offered at the Edgewood Middle School in Warsaw on Saturday, Sept. 29, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Planning the programs are from left to right: Jennifer Stouder, FNBW marketing assistant; Raeann Hart, Hart & Hart Advertising; Sandi Beery, KCH senior services and foundation secretary; Judy Slone, director of educational services, KCH; Gwen Huffman, KCH senior services and foundation director; and Barry Van Dyck, vice president and marketing director. First National Bank of Warsaw. Information regarding the seminar may be obtained by contacting First National Bank Marketing Department or the KCH Foundations Photo by Mike Skevington)

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MR. AND MRS. STEVEN SWEATLAND

and short, puffed sleeves. Wes Coy, Syracuse, was best man. Groomsmen were Eric Brown, New Mexico; Jim Eck, Fredericksburg, Va. ; Lee Haney, North Webster; and Scott Weisser, Milford. Junior groomsman was Albert Sweatland, nephew of the groom, Syracuse. Ushers were Craig Martindale, brother of the bride, and Jason Brown, both of Syracuse. A reception was held in the church fellowship hall following the ceremony. The hall was decorated with orchid, grey and white helium balloons. Cake, punch and hors d’oeuvres were served. Serving at the reception were Christy Shriner, sister of the groom, New Paris; and LuAnne Spurling and Kathy Sweatland,

Jonasch to wed Priest

James Jonasch, Fort Wayne, formerly of the Milford area, and Stephen and Linda Novitsky, Fort Wayne, announce the engagement of their daughter, Kimberly S. Jonasch, Fort Wayne, to David E. Priest of Hoagland. He is the son of Raymond and Delores Priest, Fort Wayne. The bride-elect is a graduate of Northrop High School, Fort Wayne, and attained a bachelor of arts degree in interpersonal and public communication from Purdue University (IPFW), Fort

both sisters of the groom from Syracuse. Michele Stroud, Peru, took care of the wedding gifts, and Melissa Maciejewski, cousin of the groom, Saginaw, Mich., was in charge of the guest book. A honeymoon trip will be taken later. The couple is residing at r 5, box 155 D, Syracuse. The bride is a 1987 graduate of Wawasee High School. She is a senior at Purdue University majoring in elementary education and is employed at Lakeland Community Daycare Center, Syracuse. The groom is a 1988 graduate of Wawasee High School. He is a sophomore at IPFW majoring in mechanical engineering, and is employed at Dana Corporation, Syracuse.

Wayne. She is employed at North American Van Lines. A graduate of Heritage High School, Monroeville, the groomelect received his bachelor of science degree in computer technology from Purdue University (IPFW), Fort Wayne, and is

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TO CELEBRATE 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY — Mr. and Mrs. Paul Schermerhorn, P.O. Box 146, Leesburg, will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house Saturday, Sept. 8. from 2-5 p.m. in New Salem Church of the Brethren, near Milford. Schermerhorn and the former June Pinkerton were married September 7, 1940, in the New Salem Church parsonage by the late Rev. Howard Kreider. Mr. Schermerhorn is retired from Chore-Time Equipment,. Milford. Mrs. Schermerhorn was formerly employed at The Papers Incorporated, Milford. The couple's children and spouses are Becky Honeycutt, Indianapolis; Steve and Connie Schermerhorn, New Paris; Dick and Pat Lucas, Marco Island, Fla.; Dan and Cindy Sunberg, Newton, Pa.; and Doug Schermerhorn, Nuevo Vigra, Panama. They also have six granddaughters. Mr. and Mrs. Schermerhorn request no gifts, just the presence of family and friends at their open house.

Johnson to children’s camp

Karin Johnson, daughter of Ron and Julie Weaver, Syracuse, recently had an opportunity to attend a two-week session at Camp Riley. Miss Johnson has spina bifida and uses crutches to walk, and Camp Riley is provided for physically disabled children and youth. The camp is affiliated with Riley Children’s Hospital and is held in Bradford Woods, Martinsville, which is a part of Indiana University. The camp opportunity not only gives caring parents a break, but allows the children to learn in-

Meals for Older Americans

Meals for Older Americans are served each day at the following locations: The Scout, Cabin, Syracuse, 457-2631; Pierceton Community Building, 594-5632; Mentone Community Room in the fire station, 353-7555; Retired Tigers Center, 320 W. Main, Warsaw, 269-3130; Free Methodist Church, Winona Lake, 269-6695; Tippecanoe Township Community Building, 834-1193; Silver Lake Lions Club Building, 352-3238, and Milford Community Building, 658-9702. Meals for Older Americans is for persons 60 years or older and is a chance to meet new friends and enjoy hot, nutritional meals. The sites are opened several hours each day including noon for programs Meals for Older Americans is not associated with welfare but is for the promotion for better health for the older population. Because of present cutbacks in programs, participants are asked a suggested

currently working on his master’s degree in business. He is employed at Lincoln National Corporation. The couple is planning an October 27 wedding in Grace Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne.

dependence. They are involved in all aspects of the daily work routine of cooking, laundry, and cleanup, as well as the special planned activities. Miss Johnson said activities included camping, swimming, boating, horseback riding, Olympic-type games, hiking, archery and crafts. She is an eighth grader at Wawasee Middle School. Anyone interested in additional information about this special camp is welcome to call Julie Weaver, 457-2181.

donation of $1.50. The number of meals is limited but will increase according to increased donations. The site directors request all persons planning on attending the meals to make reservations by 1 p.m. the day prior to attending. Phone 457-2631 for Syracuse transportation and reservations. August 30-September 5 THURSDAY — Tomato juice, sweet and sour meatballs, scalloped potatoes, steamed carrots, rye bread w/margarine, plums, milk, tea, and coffee FRIDAY — Pineapple juice, cheesy tuna and noodle casserole, stewed tomatoes, whole wheat bread w/margarine, peaches, milk, tea, and coffee MONDAY - LABOR DAY HOLIDAY! All sites will be closed. TUESDAY — Tomato juice, breaded chicken fillet on bun w/lettuce and mayonnaise, potato salad, cottage cheese in peach half, sugar cookie, milk, tea, and coffee WEDNESDAY - Cranberry juice cocktail. Swiss steak in gravy, mashed potatoes, spinach w/vinegar on side, rye bread w/margarine. mixed fruit, milk, tea, and coffee

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Sherry Merriman marries James Manges on June 9

Sherry Lee Merriman, formerly Sherry Poe, North Webster, and James Allen Manges, Elkhart, exchanged vows on Saturday, June 9, in a 11:45 a.m. ceremony performed by Rev. Harlan Steffen in Wawasee Lakeside Chapel, Lake Wawasee. The double-ring ceremony was held in the presence of 50 guests. Parents of the couple are Frances Laverne Flynn, North Webster, and William E. Merriman, California, and Kerrie Shrock and the late Buddy Manges, Milford. The church was decorated with flowers and had decor of its own beauty. The church organist provided the music. Kenny Merriman, 10, son of the bride, walked her down the aisle and gave her hand in marriage. The skirt and train of the bride’s gown was accented with antiqued ivory satin. The bodice Buscher/Williams engagement announced Nancy Tancey Buscher and John “Mick” Williams announce their forthcoming marriage which will take place September 8 at 10:30 a.m. in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Elwood. Buscher is a poet, playwright and freelance writer from Charleston, S.C. She is the daughter of Judge and Mrs. Michael E. Tancey, retired, of Dewart Lake, Elwood, and Venice, Fla. Williams is retired from Farm Bureau Insurance of Indiana, claims division, residing at Tippecanoe Lake and works in the pro shop at Maxwelton Golf Course, Syracuse. He is the son of Mrs. Anna and the late Joe Williams of Elwood. Seventh Kaylor Reunion held at Waubee Lake Descendants of Fred and Hazel Kaylor, Milford, held their seventh annual reunion recently at Waubee Lake, Milford. There were 45 in attendance, with members coming from Plymouth, Milford, Valparaiso, Michigan, and Illinois. The oldest attending was Bernice (Kaylor) Espich, 77, of Plymouth and the youngest was Ross Stichter, six weeks old, son of Kirk and Dawn Stichter of Milford. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Kaylor of Michigan had the most family members in attendance. Surprise guests were friends of the family from the Milford area. The Kaylor reunion is held every year on the first Sunday in August. In charge for next year will be Betty (Kaylor) Young and Dawn (Young) Stichter, both of Milford. UAW retirees enjoy picnic Eleven retirees and five guests enjoyed their final picnic of the season August 22 at Lakeside Park. Jim Thompson was the host for the short meeting. The next meeting will be held September 26 at St. Martin’s de Porres Church, Syracuse. Bingo will be played. Everyone attending should take a can of food, etc., for prizes. More women According to the last census, there are 110 million men and 116 million women in the United States.

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and sleeves were made of lace, sequins, and pearls. She had ribbons braided through her hair. Her bouquet was of ivory and white keepsake flowers. Chrissy Kuhn, Mishawaka and formerly of North Webster, niece of the bride, was maid of honor. She wore a soft pink gown with ribbons and lace and had ribbons and flowers braided through her hair. She carried three pink roses with baby’s breath and silk ribbons. Danny Manges, brother of the groom, Elkhart, was best man. Charles Gradeless, brother of the bride, and Rick Flynn, stepbrother of the bride, served as ushers. The groom wore a silver tux with tails and the best man wore dark gray tux with tails. Mother of the bride wore a purple dress with white flowers and the groom’s mother wore a baby blue silk dress. Their corsages

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TO OBSERVE 25TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY — Mr. and Mrs. Terry Thompson. 108 N. East St., Milford, will be observing their 25th wedding anniversary on September 5. Thompson and the former Marti Stauffer were married September 5, 1965, in Osceola Church of the Brethren with Rev. Joel Thompson and Rev. Charles Stouder performing the ceremony. They are the parents of two children, Rick Thompson, a 1990 Manchester College graduate, at home; and Beth Ann Thompson, Warsaw. Mr. Thompson has worked at Martin’s Feed Mill, New Paris, for 10 years and is a volunteer member of the Milford Fire Department. Mrs. Thompson is employed in the registrar’s office at Goshen College. They are members of New Paris Church of the Brethren. In observance of their anniversary, the Thompsons are planning a trip to southern Indiana later in the fall.

CRAFT & BAKE SALE SEPTEMBER 1&2 BA.M.-5 P.M. By the Old Fish Hatchery Hatchery Rd. (Old Rd. 8) Sponsored by The Lake Papakeechie Protective Association

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were of white flowers. A reception dinner was held inv mediately following the ceremony at the Syracuse Eagles. Decorations were bells, hearts and flowers in colors of soft pink, ivory, baby blue and silver. Tina and Gary Gregory, sister and brother-in-law of the bride, Mishawaka, were hosts. Serving were Kerrie Shrock, mother of the groom, and Tina Gregory, sister of the bride. Jeremy Kuhn, nephew of the bride, Mishawaka, was in charge of the guest book. The newlyweds are now residing at 517 Wood Lawn Ave., Elkhart. The bride is a 1984 graduate of Wawasee High School and is employed as a waitress at Callahan’s in Elkhart. Her husband is a 1982 Wawasee High School graduate and is employed as a welder at Wee Shape Frames in Elkhart.

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