Sandra Ann Lopez and Kody Levi Kemerling were married March 21, 2008, at the Buchanan County Courthouse by Judge John Boeh.
She is the daughter of Norma and Kevin Nikes of St. Joseph.
He is the son of Dona and Rick Kemerling of Fairfax, Mo.
A reception is planned for Aug. 30.
The newlyweds honeymooned in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. They live in St. Joseph.
She is a 2000 graduate of Central High School, a 2004 graduate of Missouri Western State University with a bachelor of science degree in nursing and minor in biology and is pursing a master of science degree in nursing at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. She is employed with Heartland Regional Medical Center as a registered nurse.
He is a 2003 graduate of Fairfax (Mo.) High School, attended Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville and is pursuing a degree in construction engineering technology at Missouri Western State University. He serves in the Army Reserves as a sergeant in transportation and returned in 2006 from a tour of duty in Iraq.

Angie Schuster and Chad Pedersen were married Nov. 17, 2007, at St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church in Maryville, Mo., by the Rev. Martin DeMeulenaere.
She is the daughter of Deb and Russ Schuster of Maryville. He is the son of Diana and David Pedersen of Maryville.
The bride was escorted by her father.
Maid of honor was Emily Jackson, matron of honor was Jennifer Jordan, and bridesmaids were Kami Horine, Shelley Simoes, Meredith Stevens and Ashley Pedersen.
Best man was Mitch Coffelt, and groomsmen were Chad Gastler, Jason Schuster, Brandon Schuster, Brandon Fell and Russell Wiederholt.
Others in the wedding party were: Jenna Sunderman, flower girl; Trevan Lager and Cooper Gastler, ring bearers; Eric Strueby, Nick Glasnapp and Chad Townsend, ushers; and Erika Lipiec, pianist.
A reception was held at the Maryville Community Center.
The newlyweds honeymooned in Riviera Maya, Mexico. They live in Maryville.
She is a 2000 graduate of Maryville High School and a 2005 graduate of the University of Missouri-Columbia with a bachelor of science degree and a master’s of accountancy degree. She is employed with Clifton Gunderson LLP as an assurance associate.
He is a 1999 graduate of Maryville High School and is employed with Schreck Motors in Maryville as a sales manager.

Sara Halley and Adam Ward are engaged to be married.
She is the daughter the late Scott Halley and the stepdaughter of Niki Halley of Kearney, Mo. . He is the son of Patricia and Vincent Frank Ward of St. Joseph.
The future bride is a 2003 graduate of Kearney High School and is employed as a nanny in Liberty, Mo.
The future groom is a 2003 graduate of Bishop LeBlond High School and a 2006 graduate of DeVry University in Kansas City with a bachelor of science degree in network and telecommunications management. He is employed with Greensoft Solutions Inc. in Kansas City as a systems engineer.
Their wedding is to be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008, at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. A reception will follow at 3 p.m. in the church’s Parish Center.
Friends and relative are invited.

Melissa Leigh Brunk and Gerald Carson Harrison are engaged to be married.
She is the daughter of Kerry Brunk of St. Joseph and Jerry Brunk Jr. of Oregon, Mo. He is the son of Rita and Lawrence Harrison of Oregon.
The future bride is a 2004 graduate of South Holt R-I High School in Oregon and a 2008 graduate of Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville with a bachelor of science degree in sociology with an emphasis in corrections. She is employed with Breadeaux Pisa in Mound City, Mo., as a supervisor.
The future groom is a 2002 graduate of West Nodaway High School in Burlington Junction, Mo., and is employed with the Maryville Treatment Center as a corrections officer I.
Their wedding is to be at 6 p.m. Saturday, June 14, 2008, at Paradise Park in Oregon. A reception will follow at 7:30 in the park. Friends and relatives are invited.

Cassie Campbell and Anthony Jones are engaged to be married.
She is the daughter of Dena and Danny Campbell of Grant City, Mo.
He is the son of Sheryl and Dewayne Jones of Stanberry, Mo.
The future bride is a 2005 graduate of Worth County R-III High School in Grant City and is employed with Progressive Community Services with the direct support staff.
The future groom is a 2005 graduate of Stanberry (Mo.) R-II High School and a 2007 graduate of Lincoln Technical Institute in Indianapolis with a degree in business management and applied sciences. He is employed with Dean Machinery as a diesel mechanic.
Their wedding is to be at 4 p.m. Saturday, June 7, 2008, at the Christian Church in Grant City. A reception will follow at the Sheridan Schoolhouse. Friends and relatives are invited.

Jammie A. Wolf and David W. Salsbury are engaged to be married.
She is the daughter of Laura and Robert Dittemore Jr. of St. Joseph. He is the son of Louise and Donald Salsbury of Bokckow, Mo.
The future bride is a 1999 graduate of Benton High School and a 2006 graduate of Vatterott College with an associate’s degree in medical assisting. She is employed with Heartland Cardiovascular Consultants as a patient care technician.
The future groom is a 2001 graduate of North Andrew R-6 High School in Rosendale, Mo., and is employed with Kawasaki in Maryville, Mo., as a team member.
Their wedding is to be at 6 p.m. Saturday June 7, 2008, at Sparta United Methodist Church in Faucett, Mo. A reception will follow at 7 p.m. at Kovac’s Hall.
Friends and relatives are invited.

Jammie A. Wolf and David W. Salsbury are engaged to be married.
She is the daughter of Laura and Robert Dittemore Jr. of St. Joseph. He is the son of Louise and Donald Salsbury of Bokckow, Mo.
The future bride is a 1999 graduate of Benton High School and a 2006 graduate of Vatterott College with an associate’s degree in medical assisting. She is employed with Heartland Cardiovascular Consultants as a patient care technician.
The future groom is a 2001 graduate of North Andrew R-6 High School in Rosendale, Mo., and is employed with Kawasaki in Maryville, Mo., as a team member.
Their wedding is to be at 6 p.m. Saturday June 7, 2008, at Sparta United Methodist Church in Faucett, Mo. A reception will follow at 7 p.m. at Kovac’s Hall.
Friends and relatives are invited.

Bobbi Jo Fischer and Patrick Brian Edmondson are engaged to be married.
She is the daughter of Wilma A. and Robert A. Fischer of St. Joseph. He is the son of Lisa M. Edmondson of St. Joseph and the late John C. Edmondson.
The future bride is a 2007 graduate of Benton High School and will graduate in 2010 from Phoenix University in Fort Irwin, Calif., with an associate’s degree in psychology. She is employed with AAFES Main Store PX as a senior sales associate.
The future groom is a 2005 graduate of Benton High School and serves in the Army in 14 Sierra.
Their wedding is to be at 5 p.m. Saturday, June 21, 2008, at the home of the bride’s parents. A reception will follow. Friends and relatives are invited.

Judi Smit and Fred L. Allen are engaged to be married. Both are Wathena, Kan., residents.
She is the daughter of the late Evelyn Schlack and the late William Schlack. He is the son of the late Rosa Allen and the late Francis Allen.
The future bride is a 1959 graduate of Timothy Christian High School in Chicago and graduated from Presbyterian Nursing School in Albuquerque as a licensed practical nurse and later returned to school there to become a registered nurse. She retired from Heartland Regional Medical Center as a telephone triage registered nurse.
The future groom is a graduate of Wathena (Kan.) High School and is retired from Crane Lumber, where he was a manager.
Their wedding will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, June 7, 2008, at Wesley United Methodist Church. A reception will follow at the fellowship hall. Friends and relatives are invited.

Kelly Leigh Davenport and Brian Keith Hurt are engaged to be married.
She is the daughter of Susie and Ronald Davenport of Cameron, Mo. He is the son of Karen and Rick Hurt of Cameron.
The future bride is a 2002 graduate of Cameron High School, a 2006 graduate of Columbia (Mo.) College with an associate of science degree in nursing and a 2007 graduate of the University of Missouri-Columbia with a bachelor of science degree in nursing. She is employed with Liberty (Mo.) Hospital as a registered nurse in the intensive-care unit.
The future groom is a 2001 graduate of Cameron High School and a 2006 graduate of MU with a bachelor of science degree in information technology. He is employed with Cerner in Kansas City as a system engineer.
Their wedding is to be at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 7, 2008, at St. Munchin’s Catholic Church in Cameron. A reception will follow at the Lake Viking Clubhouse.
Friends and relatives are invited.

Tiffany Renee Lawson and Brian Neil Holden are engaged to be married.
She is the daughter of David and Phyllis Lawson of Stewartsville, Mo. He is the son of William and Wanda Holden of Wakita, Okla.
The future bride is a 1999 graduate of Stewartsville (Mo.) High School and a 2003 graduate of Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville with a degree in elementary education. She is employed with the Fort Osage School district in Independence, Mo., as a first-grade teacher.
The future groom is a 1998 graduate of Wakita (Okla.) High School and is a pipefitter.
Their wedding is to be at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, June 28, 2008, at the home of the bride’s parents. A reception will follow.
Friends and relatives are invited.

Chris Dittemore and Brian Puett are engaged to be married.
She is the daughter of Marian Brown and the late Raymond Dittemore. He is the son of Clyde and Janice Puett.
The future bride is employed with Wire Co. World Group in Kansas City.
The future groom is employed with St. Joseph Plumbing and Heating through Local 45.
A private wedding will Saturday, June 7, 2008, at Faith United Baptist Church. A reception will follow at 6:30 p.m. at Moila Shrine Temple. Friends and relatives are invited. No gifts, please.

Sonia Williams and Jason Ginn were married May 19, 2008, in Cameron, Mo., by Donald Huffman.
She is the daughter of Ginger Williams of St. Joseph and Jerome Williams of McAlester, Okla. He is the son of Leona and Cassius Jackson of St. Joseph.
Maid of honor was the groom’s mother.
Best man was Don Vaughn.
The newlyweds live in St. Joseph.

Lee and Jo Anne Schott of St. Joseph will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary Saturday, June 7.
They were married on that date in 1958 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. He retired from the St. Joseph News-Press in 2005 after more than 48 years of service. She is a homemaker.
Their children and their spouses are: John and Peggy Schott, Steve and Sandy Schott and Wendy Davis, all of St. Joseph; Kathy and Fulvio Hayes of Kansas City; and Stacey and Ted King of Aledo, Texas. There are nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
A cruise to the Hawaiian islands is planned.

Don and Margaret (Putnam) Trout of St. Joseph will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary Friday, June 6.
They were married on that date in 1948 at the Methodist Church in Bedford, Iowa. He is a veteran of World War II having served in the Navy. Both are retired from the St. Joseph School District.
Their children are Judge Robert Trout and his wife, Marie, of Grain Valley, Mo., and James Trout of Palm Springs.
There are six grandchildren.
A family dinner is planned for a later date. Cards may be sent to the honorees at 3015 Renick, St. Joseph, MO 64507. No gifts, please.

OREGON, Mo. — Lewis and Helen Miller of Oregon will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary Saturday, June 7.
They were married on that date in St. Joseph and lived in Cheyenne, Wyo., for 49 years, returning to Missouri in 2002. He worked for Land-Air Inc. for 10 years and retired from Husky Oil Refinery after 21 years of service. She worked for F.E. Warren Air Force Base Exchange for seven years and retired from the Wyoming State Auditor’s Office after more than 14 years of service.
Their children and their spouses are: Bernard and Mary Miller of Colorado Springs; Stanley and Tricia Miller of Moscow, Idaho; and Kim and John Norman of Chandler, Ariz. An infant son, Paul Duane, is deceased.
There are 13 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and three step-great-grandchildren.
A family dinner is planned for Saturday, June 21, in St. Joseph. Cards may be sent to the honorees at 301 Adams, Oregon, MO 64473.

TROY, Kan. — Lowell and Nancy (Herring) Jeschke of Troy will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary at a reception from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 8, at Community of Christ Church in Fanning, Kan.
Friends and relatives are invited. No gifts please. Cards may be sent to the honorees at 1039 225th Road, Troy, KS 66087.
They were married June 12, 1948 at the RLDS Church in Fanning.
Hosting the event will be their children: John and Linda Jeschke and Rick and Laura Jeschke, all of rural Troy; John and Annette Tankesley of Kansas City; and Terry and Jeannette Doss of Gower, Mo. There are seven grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

GOWER, Mo. — Gordon and Maisie Stevenson of Gower will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary at a reception from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 8, in the fellowship hall of Mt. Moriah DMC.
Friends and relatives are invited. No gifts, please. Cards may be sent to the honorees in care of Jesse Stevenson at 1409 N. 36th St., Apt. 6, St. Joseph, MO 64509.
They were married June 7, 1958, at Burton (Ohio) Congregational Church.
Their sons and daughters-in-law are: Keith and Kay, Jesse and Dawn and Barton, all of St. Joseph; Larry and Vanessa of Kenton, Ohio; and Timothy and Jeanine of Independence, Mo.

FAIRFAX, Mo. — Maurice and Margaret (Bowness) Graves of Fairfax will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on Sunday, June 8.
They were married on that day in 1948 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Bowness in rural Fairfax and are lifelong residents of Fairfax. He is a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving in Japan and Korea, and is a retired farmer.
Their children are: Rosalie Graves of Albuquerque; Joyce Bruna of Hanover, Kan.; and Ted Graves of Liberty, Mo. There are eight grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.
Cards may be sent to the honorees at 600 E. Main, Fairfax, MO 64446.

OSBORN, Mo. — Milton and Esther Mae Richardson of Osborn will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary Friday, June 6.
They were married on that date in 1948 at Osborn Baptist Church and have always lived in Osborn. He retired from Lake City Army Arsenal.
Their daughter and son-in-law are Diane and the Rev. John Richardson of Spring Hill, Kan. A son, Kenneth Richardson, is deceased.
There are two grandchildren.
Cards may be sent to the honorees at 851 N.W. 352nd St., Osborn, MO 64474.

SHERIDAN, Mo. — Larry Sr. and Evelyn Hansen of Sheridan will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary at a reception from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 7, at the Sheridan Lions Hall.
Friends and relatives are invited. Cards may be sent to the honorees at Box 125, Sheridan, MO 64486.
They were married on that date in 1958 and are former residents of Ravenwood and Tarkio, Mo. He retired from MFA in Sheridan in 2006. She worked for the Worth County Convalescent Center for several years and now is a homemaker.
Their children are: Larry Hansen Jr. of Princeton, Mo.; Tammy Roberts of St. Joseph; John Hansen of Parnell, Mo.; and Ronda Green of Lenex, Iowa. There are 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

ALBANY, Mo. — Harold and Marilyn (Danner) Willis of Albany will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary at a reception from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 8, at the Hundley-Whaley facility in Albany.
Friends and relatives are invited. No gifts, please.
They were married on that date in 1958.
Their daughters and son-in-law are Lisa and Steve Humphrey of Union Star, Mo., and Kelly Schleicher of Tucson. There are four grandchildren.

Gregg and Penny Sollars of St. Joseph will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary at a reception from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 8, at Woodson Chapel Christian Church.
Friends and relatives are invited. Cards may be sent to the honorees at 2515 St. Joseph Ave., St. Joseph, MO 64505.
They were married June 10, 1983, at Woodson Chapel.
He is disabled. She is working at Wal-Mart as an overnight customer service manager and in accounting.
His son is Josh Sollars of St. Joseph. Her son is Brian Sipes of St. Joseph. There is one grandchild. One grandchild is deceased.

HIAWATHA, Kan. — Clarence and Esther Middendorf of Hiawatha will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary Friday, June 6.
They were married on that date in 1948 at Zion Lutheran Church in Hiawatha. He retired from NEK Motor and Implement, and she retired from District #415 Elementary School as a secretary.
Their children are Karen Keyser, Judith Middendorf and David Middendorf. There are two grandchildren.
A family celebration is planned for a later date. Cards may be sent to the honorees at 514 S. Second St., Hiawatha, KS 66434.

Jesse and Wanda Barbosa of St. Joseph will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary Sunday, June 8.
They were married on that day in 1968 at St. Patrick Church. He retired from the Air Force. She is a homemaker.
Their son and daughter-in-law are Patrick and Beth Barbosa. There are three grandchildren.
Cards may be sent to the honorees at 618 S. 13th, St. Joseph, MO 64501.