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TIFFIN, IA - Dana Nicole Wilkerson and Thomas Arthur Sheehan, both of Tiffin, IA, announce their engagement. Dana is the daughter of Curtis and Kim Wilkerson of North English, IA. Thomas is the son of Kevin and Cathy Sheehan of Wheaton, IL. The couple will exchange wedding vows on April 10, 2010, during a 4 p.m. ceremony at Trinity Lutheran Church in Walford, IA.

BELLE PLAINE, IA — Morgan Leigh Kozik and Cory Wayne Mitchell, both of Belle Plaine, announce their engagement. Morgan is the daughter of Doug and Linda Kozik of Belle Plaine. Cory is the son of Blaire and Betsy Mitchell of Victor, IA, and Brenda Mitchell and Matthew Popejoy of Belle Plaine. The couple will exchange wedding vows Saturday, December 12, 2009, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Belle Plaine.

AKRON, IA — Mark and Michelle Heeren of Akron announce the engagement of their daughter, Tawnia Lexy Heeren, to Zachary Duncan Allyn, son of Bradley and Carmen Allyn of Shellsburg, IA. Tawnia is a 2006 graduate of Allen College, with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing; and currently working at St. Lukes Hospital in Cedar Rapids. Zach is employed at Sara Lee and is a full time student at Mount Mercy College, pursuing a Business Management & Marketing Degree. A November 21, ...

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AKRON, IA — Mark and Michelle Heeren of Akron announce the engagement of their daughter, Tawnia Lexy Heeren, to Zachary Duncan Allyn, son of Bradley and Carmen Allyn of Shellsburg, IA. The bride-to-be is a 2006 graduate of Allen College, with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing; and currently working at St. Lukes Hospital in Cedar Rapids. Zach is employed at Sara Lee and is a full time student at Mount Mercy College, pursuing a Business Management & Marketing Degree. A November ...

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MARION, IA — Kristina Marie McCusker and Adam Richard Merritt, both of Marion, announce their engagement. Kristina is the daughter of Bob and Janice McCusker of Marion. Adam is the son of Brad and Theresa Merritt of Springville, IA. The couple will exchange wedding vows on November 21, 2009, during a 2 p.m. ceremony at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Marion.

VINTON, IA — Anne Marie Heaford and Adam Edward Happel, both of Vinton, announce their engagement. Anne is the daughter of Bill and Katie Heaford of Dysart, IA. Adam is the son of Jim and Paula Happel of Vinton. Anne graduated from Upper Iowa University with a B.A. in Elementary Education. She is an ICAS child advocate and substitute teacher. Adam graduated from Hawkeye Community College with an A.A. in Ag Business. He is the owner of a farm chemical spray business ...

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PHILADELPHIA, PA — Laura Gray and Thomas Mack, both of Philadelphia, PA, announce their engagement. Laura is the daughter of Judy Bryant and Dr. Gary Gray, both of Cedar Rapids. Thomas is the son of Ann Mack of West Des Moines, IA, and the late Neal Mack. Laura is a 2006 graduate of Luther College with a B.A. in Spanish and Secondary Education. She is employed as a Spanish teacher in the Philadelphia area. Thomas received his B.A. in Psychology from ...

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WEST DES MOINES, IA — Kara Leigh Shore and Michael Alexander Vaughn, both of West Des Moines, announce their engagement. Kara is the daughter of Jim and Karen Shore of Cedar Rapids. Michael is the son of Bill and Veronicca Vaughn of Story City, IA. Kara graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a B.A. in Communications. She is employed as a foundation assistant with Children and Families of Iowa. Michael received a B.A. in Electronic Media from the ...

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CENTER POINT, IA — Rebecca Elaine Walters and Marcus Alan Rawson, both of Center Point, announce their engagement. Rebecca is the daughter of Nancy Lynn Kintzle and the late Bruce Walters. Marcus is the son of Alan and Becky Rawson. The couple will exchange wedding vows December 11, 2009, during a 6 p.m. ceremony in Marion, IA.

SANTA CLARA, CA — Richard and Mary Sieck of Toddville, IA are thrilled to announce the engagement of their son, Shawn Sieck, to Jessica Chait, daughter of Joseph and Deborah Chait of Menlo Park, CA. The couple began dating in early 2007 after being set up on a blind date by good friends. The groom-to-be is currently a partner with Teris, a litigation support firm in Palo Alto, CA, where he has worked for the past seven years. The bride-to-be works ...

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CEDAR RAPIDS — Nicole Lynn Simon and Kyle Andrew Lichthardt, both of Cedar Rapids, announce their engagement. Nicole is the daughter of Dave and Barb Simon of Riverside, IA. Kyle is the son of Dave Lich thardt and Merri Lu Swanson, both of Geneseo, IL. The couple will exchange wedding vows on Friday, November 13, 2009, during a 4 p.m. ceremony at John XXIII Catholic Church in Cedar Rapids.

NEW HOPE, MN — Carleen Mary Fuchs and Brian Charles Lensch, both of New Hope, MN, announce their engagement. Carleen is the daughter of Jim and Kathy Fuchs of Belgrade, MN. Brian is the son of Wendell and Chris Maakestad of Cedar Rapids, and the late Wayne A. Lensch. Carleen is a graduate of Alexandria Technical College and employed as a dispute resolution specialist for Target Financial Services. Brian is a graduate of Luther College and is employed as a Financial Analyst ...

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MOUNT VERNON, IA - ­Stefanie Nicole Tonne and Nathan Michael Jones, both of Mount Vernon, announce their engagement. Stefanie is the daughter of Sandie Tonne of Williamsburg, IA and Lyle Tonne of Mechanicsville, IA. Nathan is the son of Mike and Val Jones of Lisbon, IA. The couple will exchange wedding vows November 28, 2009, at the Lisbon United Methodist Church in Lisbon.

BALTIMORE, MD­ - Jill Marie Formanek and Luke Andrew Albert, both of Baltimore, MD, announce their engagement. Jill is the daughter of Larry and Lisa Formanek of Belle Plaine, IA. Luke is the son of Brian and Robin Albert of Glenwood, IA. The couple will exchange wedding vows on November 28, 2009, during a 3 p.m. ceremony at First Lutheran Church in Belle Plaine.

RIVERSIDE, IA - ­Candice Divoky and Adam Salow of Riverside are pleased to announce their engagement. Candice is the daughter of Mark and Julie Divoky of Solon, IA. Adam is the son of Jeff and Joan Salow of Manchester, IA. Candice graduated from the University of Northern Iowa in 2006, and received her Bachelors in Elementary Education. She is currently finishing her Masters in Special Education and Reading at Upper Iowa University. Candice is employed as a special education ...

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MASON CITY, IA - ­Kimberly Ann Korth and Travis John Hergert, both of Mason City, IA, have announced their engagement. Kimberly is the daughter of Wally and Elaine Korth of Mason City. Travis is the son of Steven and Kandi Hergert of Middle Amana, IA. Kimberly attended North Iowa Area Community College. She is employed as a LPN at Mercy Medical Center of North Iowa. Travis graduated from Mount Mercy College. He is employed by North Iowa Area Community College as ...

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CEDAR RAPIDS­ - Ann Beltramea of Cedar Rapids and Terry Gaul of Dyersville, IA announce their engagement. Ann is the daughter of Ray Beltramea and the late Arlyce of Cedar Rapids. Terry is the son of Karl Gaul and the late Marilyn. The couple will exchange wedding vows November 7, 2009, during an 11 a.m. ceremony at St. Pius X Catholic Church in Cedar Rapids.

CEDAR RAPIDS­ - Jennifer Marie Flaherty and Chad Edgar Winterhof, both of Cedar Rapids, announce their engagement. Jennifer is the daughter of Denny and Jan Flaherty of Pocahontas, IA. Chad is the son of Warren and Nancy Winterhof of Walnut, IA. The couple will exchange wedding vows November 21, 2009, at Immaculate Conception Church in Cedar Rapids.

CEDAR RAPIDS - ­Christy Lynn Marie Gaul and George Oldfield Pratt III, both of Cedar Rapids, announce their engagement. Christy is the daughter of Cheryl Gaul and the late Leon Gaul of Worthington, IA. George is the son of George Jr. and Barbara Pratt of Bettendorf, IA. The couple will exchange wedding vows on October 24, 2009, at St. Jude Catholic Church in Cedar Rapids.

NEW YORK CITY, NY­ - Tamsyn Phifer and Brannan Johnston, both of New York City, announce their engagement. Tamsyn is the daughter of James and Linnie Phifer of Cedar Rapids. Brannan is the son of Dr. James and Elta Johnston of Jackson, MS. Tamsyn received a B.A. in History from Colorado College in 1998. An M.A in 2001, M.A.Ed. in 2002 and in 2009 a Doctorate of Higher Education Administration from Teachers College at Columbia University. She is employed by City University ...

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ALBURNETT, IA­ - Kayla Lynelle Hollan of Alburnett and James Edward Hamous of Cedar Rapids announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. Kayla is the daughter of doug and Teresa Hollan of Alburnett. James is the son of Bruce and Barbara Hamous of Cedar Rapids. The couple will exchange wedding vows on October 16, 2009, during a 6 p.m. ceremony at American Legion Post 298 in Marion, IA.

CEDAR RAPIDS­ - Jessica Lynn Konchar and Reid Edward Baack, both of Minneapolis, MN, announce their engagement. Jessica is the daughter of Jon and Sharon Konchar of Cedar Rapids. Her grandparents are Virginia and Dan Mitchell of Cedar Rapids, and Robert and Sharon Konchar of Solon, IA. Reid is the son of Sandy and Brent Rolland, and Dave and Becky Baack, all of Clear Lake, IA. His grandparents are Dorance and Janet Baack, and Edward Hanes, all of Clear Lake. Jessica received ...

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SWISHER, IA­ - Andrea Lea Gross of Swisher, IA and Jacob Casey Sommer of North Liberty, IA announce their engagement. Andrea is the daughter of Alan and Sharon Gross of Amana, IA. Jake is the son of Tiny and Tess Sommer of Winfield, IA. Andrea is employed as a radiologic technologist for Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids. Jake is employed as assistant director of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa. Pastor Paul Akin will preside over the November 7. 2009, ...

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CHICAGO, IL­ - Maria Elizabeth Parrott and David Robert Ryan, both of Chicago, announce their engagement. They will be married October 24, 2009, in Iowa City, IA. Maria is the daughter of Kathleen and Steve Parrott of Iowa City. David is the son of Laurie and Dan Ryan of Elm Grove, WI. Maria earned a Bachelors degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Masters degree from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. She works for NogginLabs in Chicago. David earned ...

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CEDAR RAPIDS­ - Shantelle L. Smrha of Cedar Rapids and Nathan J. Franzen of Marion, IA announce their engagement. Shantelle is the daughter of Ron and Donna Smrha of Cedar Rapids. Nathan is the son of Ron and Jean Franzen of Fort Atkinson, IA. Shantelle graduated from the University of Iowa with a B.A. in Communications Studies. She is employed as a senior analyst for AEGON. Nathan graduated from the University of Iowa with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, as well as ...

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