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THE INDIANAPOLIS STAR SUNDAY, JULY 20, 1997 J9 Laughlin-Labhart GOLDEN Shannon Lea Continued from Page 7 Laughhn and Mur Mr. and Mrs. Overman Rev. and Mrs. Hofferbert Cancerians are apt to exhibit sentimentality Tint column lor nMnamMnl only.

Seifert-Newkirk BROWNS- ray David Labhart, both of Texarkana, Texas, were married June 7 in St. Joseph Catholic Church in Shelby-ville. Their parents are Margaret and Rick Halterman of Greenwood and BURG, Ind. Mr. and Mrs.

Victor H. Overman will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversa I I I I I LI. WM m. Mr. and Mrs.

Bemhard BRADENTON, Fla. Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Bemhard, formerly of Indianapolis, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a dinner-reception Saturday in the Pier Restaurant.

Mr. Bemhard and the former Barbara Spangler were married July 18, 1947, in Indianapolis. He worked for the aerospace industry, retiring in 1979. They are the parents of Patricia J. Headley and Thomas E.

Bemhard and have three grandchildren. Mr. and Mrs. Brim Rev. and Mrs.

Doyle Hofferbert will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a renewal of vows from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday in Indianapolis Southside Church of the Nazarene, fellowship hall. Mr. Hofferbert ry with a reception Cynthia Rae Seifert of Fishers and Peter Hanson Newkirk of Chicago, were married June 7 in St.

Louis de Montfort Catholic Church in Fishers. Their parents are Mr. and mrs. Richard F. Seifert of Fishers and Pe from 2 p.m.

to 5 mmd Vv, p.m. July 28 in Cal vary United Meth i i' odist Church. Mr. Overman Cancer (June 22-July 22) Reticent Cancer hates to admit it but a certain color, object or number figures-prominently in his life. Probing probably would reveal a sentimental link of love to luck, but that's Cancer's aiiimmiMi Gary and Cheryl laughlin of Indianapolis and Kenny and Betty Labhart of Magnet.

The couple graduated from Purdue University. The bride is a registered nurse for Texarkana Cardiology. Her husband is a process engineer for International Paper. McDonald-Leonard and the former Su ter C. Newkirk and Martha H.

Newkirk, both of Wheaton, III. The bride graduated from Indiana University. She is education coordinator for Women's Council of Realtors. Her husband graduated from the University of Illinois. He is a manufacturers representative for Newkirk and Co.

it's In The Stars and the former Colleen Joan Edgell were married July 22, 1947, in Decatur. He was pastor and evangelist 50 years for Church of the Nazarene, before retiring in 1991. She was a secretary, choir leader and worked in children's ministry 50 years for the church. She still sings in revivals. They are the parents of Dianne Sue Cooper, Steven Doyle and Clifton Jay Hofferberbert and have eight grandchildren.

Mr. and Mrs. Lear SEMINOLE, Fla. Mr. and Mrs.

Ralph Brim, formerly of Indianapolis, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with family and friends. Mr. Brim and the former Betty J. Baughman were married July 20, 1947, in Mitchell. Kathleen McDonald of West Lafayette and David M.

Leonard of Indianapolis were married April 19 in St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. Their parents are Mr. and Mrs. John McDonald of West Lafayette and Knstina Leon zanne Rapp were married July 20, 1947, in Syracuse.

He was a teacher and football coach 40 years, before retiring In 1986. He serves on Brownsburg School Board and sells real estate. He is a World War II veteran. He was inducted in the Indiana State Football Hall of Fame and Ball State University Athletic Hall of Fame. Mr.

Overman is a member of the Masonic Lodge and American Legion. She was a teacher 36 years, before retiring in 1986. She is past president of Tri Kappa Sorority and a member of Meals on Wheels and Faith in Action. They are members of Calvary United Methodist Church. They are the parents of Daniel David A.

and Robert V. Overman and Nancy Johnson and Mary Ann Zweige and have 11 grandchildren. Mr. and Mrs. Pierson Rans-Nigro V- frun Hurt ZIONSVILLE, Ind.

Mr. and He retired from Ford Motor Co. She is retired from F.C. Tucker Co. Mr.

and Mrs. Bumb Tonya Sue Rans of Rochester and Daniel Neil Nigra Jr. ol Indianapolis were married June 14 in St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church in Carmel. Their parents are Stephen and Lois Rans of Rochester and the late ard of Indianapolis and Gerald Leonard of Greenfield.

The couple graduated from Indiana University. The bride is recruiting director for Personnel Management Inc. Her husband is an attorney for Hall Render Killian Heath Lyman. Mrs. Robert L.

Lear celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with family and friends on June 27. Mr. Lear and the former Eva C. Vaughan were married June 28, 1947, in Henderson, NAPLES, Fla. Mr.

and Mrs. Louis A. Bumb, for feast? yu? I merly of Indianapolis, will obser Mr. and Mrs. Clifford O.

Pierson of Indianapolis will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary with an open their 50th wedding Michalak-Buening house from noon Mardi Rans and Daniel Neil and Sharon Ann Nigra ot Carmel. The bride graduated from Purdue University and is a fourth-year medical student at Indiana University School of Medicine. Her husband graduated from Purdue University. He is a product design engineer for Von Duprin Inc. anniversary on Aug.

2. Mr. Bumb and the former Berry Settle were married Aug. 2, 1947. He was a pharmaceu Ifl' to 3 p.m.

next Sun Ky. They started Lear's Mobile Home Court, retiring in 1993. Previously, they owned Marko Excavating. They are the parents of Cheryl Johnson and Vickie Lee and have five grandchildren. Mr.

and Mrs. Lee day in East 10th LMV1 Street United Methodist Church. 2327 tical rhnmkt fnr Fli I iltu and fVi rptirinn Jenette Ann Michalak of Highland and Martin Buen-ing of Greenwood were marned June 14 in St. Barnabas Catholic Church. Their parents are Mr.

and Mrs. Thomas Michalak of Highland and Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Buening of Mr. and Mrs.

John W. Lee Jr. ob Sweeney-Johnson in 1975. He is an Army veteran. She was a pharmacist 25 years for Hay's Pharmacy, retiring in 1975.

They are the parents of Beverly Bumb Peterson, Louis Alfred and i l. I Lisa Louise ras served their 50th wedding anniversary Wednesday. Sweeney of Carmel E. 10th St. Mr.

Pierson and the former Mildred Hurt were married July 25, 1937. He was a sheet metal worker 30 years for Naval Avionics Center, retiring in 1979. She was a switch board operator 20 years for Crown Laundry, retiring in 1972. They are the parents of Larry and James Pierson and have four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Mr.

and Mrs. Shirar Mr. Lee and the '1 'iiiumi Liy MUCH DUMIU anu lldVO yiaiiuonit- dren. Mr. and Mrs.

Dean and Blake Robert Johnson of Glen Ellyn, were married June 14 in Sec- former Geraldine Virginia Bridgewa- -J ond Presbyterian Jan Moore Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) Leo is infuriated by a demand. He offers assistance willingly when the situation calls for it but balks at being forced. He detests being trapped. Virgo (Aug.

23-SepL 22) Deserved or not Virgos are accused of being sharp-tongued and caustically critical. On the credit side, Virgo always gives the devil his due if his ways are wicked, Virgo lets him know. Ubra (Sept 23-Oct. 22) Longing for love often catapults Libra from one unsatisfactory romance into another, seeking a storybook ending. Scorpio (Oct 23-Nov.

21) Nothing turns Scorpio on like glamorous perfume. Led by the nose, both sexes react to intriguing scents that seem to emanate from the Far East. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) A positive part of Sagittarius is sincere religious faith, an integral part of his daily life.

He does little preaching, but his version of brotherhood includes sharing wherever the need. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Capricorns are blessed with powerful imaginations, the ability to communicate ideas graphically plus the convincing impression of strength that makes a charismatic leader. Aquarius (Jan.

20-Feb. 18) As a rule, Aquarians speak softly, rarely raising vocal volume. Why should they? They know what they think and are totally unconcerned about forcing personal opinions on somebody else. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) Pussycats, Pisceans rtiapsodize over rain only when they're inside looking out and don't intend to reverse positions.

Aries (March 21-April 19) Impulsive Ariens often mire themselves in a quicksand or trouble because of a distaste for self-discipline. They look ahead and around, but rarely back, so fail to learn from past experiences. They hate remembering errors in judgment. Taurus (April 20-May 20) A Taurus dining out won't be happy tucked away in a comer, facing a wall or with back to a passageway. He prefers to sit where he can see people, avoid kitchen noises and being brushed by close-seated patrons.

Gemini (May 21-June 21) Pollen can be hazardous for Gemini who has a tricky respiratory system that rebels at alien matter polluting the air. Allergies can be common and the effects are difficult to backtrack to the cause. ter were married July 16, 1947, in St. Rita Catholic Church. He was an engineer for Naval i Greenwood.

The couple graduated from Butler University. The bride is a research associate and histology laboratory supervisor for the Department of Dermatology at IU Medical Center. Her husband is LANWAN administrator for First Indiana Bank. Randall-Robeson Mr. and Mrs.

unurcn. Their parents are Mr. and Mrs. Michael Sweeney of Carmel and Mr. and Mrs.

Robert Robert Shirar of In- dianapolis will cel- MARTINSVILLE, Ind. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dean will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

next Sunday in Eastview Christian Church. Mr. Dean and the former Helen Louise Hamilton mm 1 ebrate their 50th -kM wedding anniver Johnson of Glen Ellyn. The bride graduated from the University of Michigan. She is creative director for Performance Communications Group.

Her husband graduated from Rice University and the University of Chicago. He is an associate in commercial real estate for John Buck Co. sary witn an open house from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. today in Mooresville Senior Citizens Center.

Mr. Shirar and Avionics 45 years, retiring in 1989. He is a Navy veteran. He is a member of Council 97 KSPC, honorary life member of of Council 437, American Legion Post 34 and professional member of American Meteorological Society. She was a media assistant 19 years for Indianapolis Public Schools, retiring in 1991.

They are members of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. They are the parents of Deborah Fleary, Cheryl Stevens, John W. Lee III and have four grandchildren. Mr.

and Mrs. Nelson Kathleen Anne Randall of Fishers and Jeffrey Ward Robeson of Zions-ville were married June 7 in Cumberland First Baptist Church. Their parents are Ronald Charles and Sally Ann Randall of Fishers and Richard and i mums i4 the former Betty were married July 22, 1947, in First Christian Church. He Is a farmer and an Air Force veteran of World War II. They are the parents of Steve, Susan and Gary Dean and have four grandchildren.

4U Lou Dunn were Lea-Watson Mr. and Mrs. DeFelice married July 20, 1947, in Frankfort. He was a driver 50 years for Sheets Trucking, retiring in 1994. He is an Air Force veteran of World War II.

She was an office secretary for Federal Land Bank. They are members of Aldergate United Methodist Church. They are the parents of Max, Randy and Dennis Shirar and have seven grandchildren. Mr. and Mrs.

Steenbergen "IN r- Brooke Robeson of Zionsville. The bride graduated from Indiana University. She is a mathematics teacher for Hamilton Southeastern High School. Her husband graduated from Purdue University. He is a sales representative for Bihler of America.

Eleni Francis Lea of Indianapolis and James Paul Watson of Nobles-ville were married July 12 in St. Andrew Presbyterian Church. Their parents are Mr. and Mrs. Francis Kennedy Lea of Indianapolis and the late Mr.

Mr. and Mrs. Arnold K. Nelson of Indianapolis will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary with a reception from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

next Sunday in Greenwood (Ind.) Village South, 295 Village Lane. Mr. Nelson and the former Mary Mr. and Mrs. Victor J.

DeFelice celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a surprise party' June 12 at Casio's restaurant, with their children as hosts. Music was provided by their grandson, Justin Garrett Aydt, who is the featured Rhodes-Lesh Oono I wrn Da jit.MM.inr -wmMrwuHltwi Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Steenbergen of Beech Grove celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Saturday with a family dinner in the Iron Skillet, followed by a surprise reception in the Holiday Inn, Beech Grove. Mr.

Steenber and Mrs. Robert Morris Watson of Dah-lonega, Ga. The bride graduated from Purdue University. She is office manager for SePRO Corp. Her husband graduated from North Georgia College.

He is director of distribution for Polygram Group Distribution. entertainer at Casio's. Mr. DeFelice and the former Rosalynn Henricks were married on June 14, 1947, in Garfield Park Evangelical and Reformed Church. He was a disaster survey rnnrHinalftr ftr lha etatA in IKo or I Oil IU Mark Daniel Lesh, both of Indianapolis, were married April 26 in Holy Spirit Catholic Church.

Their parents are David and Raven Rhodes of Indianapolis and Dan and Pam Lesh of Agnes Helms were married June 20, 1937, in Woodruff Place Baptist Church. He was a principal and teacher 38 years for Indianapolis Public Schools, retiring in 1974. He is a member of Scottish Rite, Masonic Lodge and Murat Shrine. She was a secretary 14 years for Warren Township school system, retiring in 1976. She is a matron of the Order of Eastern Star and president of the PTA.

She is a volunteer for Community Hospital. They are the parents of Arnold K. Jr. and Norman H. Nelson and Susan L.

Manning and have seven grandchildren. Li i Wolf-Weiker ment of Civil Defense, retiring in 1990. He is a World War II veteran. They are members of St. Barnabas Catholic Church, where she serves as an organist.

They are the parents of Brian and Vincent DeFelice, Annette Montfort and Jeanne gen and the former Willodene Hedges were married July 24, 1947. He retired from the Indianapolis Fire Department in 1978. They are the parents of Ron and Randy Steenbergen and Lori Jerrell and have seven grandchildren; three greatgrandchildren; two stepgrandchildren and one stepgreat-grandchild. Cutler. The bride graduated from Butler University.

She is production editor for Macmillan Publishing. Her husband graduated from Purdue University. He is systems engineer for American Trans Judy Kay Wolf of Indianapolis and Daniel Leonard Weiker of Mont-clair, N.J., were married June 22 in the Columbia Club. Their parents are Mr. and Mrs.

Walter E. Wolf Jr. Aydt and nave iu grandchildren ana one great-grandchild. Mr. and Mrs.

Peed --MSg AVON, Ind. Mr. and Mrs. Rus- Mr. and Mrs.

Winsted Mr. and Mrs. Dixon of Indianapolis and Irs. Walter Weiker I Livingston, N.J. BROWNS-BURG, Ind.

Mr. and Mrs. Carl H. Dixon will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversa sell E. Peed celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Saturday with a family celebration.

Mr. Peed and the former Beulah Lee Conn were married July 19, 1947, in Jefferson-ville. He was a driv You sit on Third Annual Ugly Couch Contest entries will be accepted through Aug. 31. The contest is sponsored by Sure Fit, a slipcover manufacturer.

Grand prize is $2,000, which may be used to buy a new couch, and a set of Sure Fit's ready-made slipcovers. Second- and third-prize winners also will receive slipcovers. For every entry received, Sure Fit will donate $1 to the American Red Cross. To enter, send a 4-inch-by6-inch color photograph of your ugly couch with a short written explanation as to why it's still in your possession to: Ugly Couch Contest, Sure Fit, 58 W. 40th 2nd Floor, New York, N.Y.

10018. The Indianapolis Star will publish your wedding announcement, with or without a picture of the bride or bridal couple. Details must be submitted on The Star's lorm. To obtain it, send your request, including name and address, to The Indianapolis Star, Features Department, P.O. Box 145, Indianapolis, Ind 46206-0145.

or pick it up at The Star's public service counter at 307 Pennsylvania St All wedding announcements are published on Sunday. PLAINFIELD, Ind. Mr. and Mrs. James Winsted celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary with a surprise open house In their home on July 6.

Mr. Winsted and the former Mae Hand were married July 6, The bride graduated from the University of Michigan, George Washington University and Boston University. She is assistant vice president of Moody's Investment Services. Her husband graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and New York University. He is senior supervisor in the environmental claims department for the American International Group.

ry with a luncheon today in Browns-burg Christian Church. Mr. Dixon and the former Martha E. Thomas were er 24 years for Yellow Freight Systems, retiring in 1988. He is a World War II veteran.

They are the parents of Russell Randall, Richard, Raymond, Ronald, Robert and Rodney Peed and Constance Dillinger and have 24 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Mr. and Mrs. Pelkin married July 20, 1947, in Indianapolis. He was a supervisor 27 years for GM-Chevy, retiring in 1975.

He is a Navy veteran. She was an operator and supervisor 30 years for Indiana Bell Telephone retiring in Mr. and Mrs. BIT vwsw IT i- Tl 1970. They are the parents ot baran t.

Hart and Gail Ann Vingo and have one grandchild. Mr. and Mrs. Felts iLyle R. Pelkin of Indianapolis will IB I W-': 1 1 r'M 1 1 V' 1 Mr.

and Mrs. observe their 50th wedding anniversary on Friday. William Felts of Mr. Pelkins and 1937, in Plainfield. He worked 28 years for Plainfield School, retiring in 1985.

She worked 15 years for Methodist Hospital, retiring in 1980. They are the parents of Linda Cummings, Max Winsted and Janice Weiss and have six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. The Indianapolis Star will publish announcements of 50th wedding anniversaries, with or without a picture ol the couple. Details must be submitted on The Star's form two weeks before the Sunday you wish it published. To obtain it, send your request, including name and address, to The Indianapolis Star, 50th Wedding Anniversary, P.O.

Box 145, Indianapolis, Ind. 46206-0145, or pick the form up at 77ie Star's public service counter at 307 N. Pennsylvania St. All announcements are published on Sunday. The Star will make every elfort to return photos accompanied by appropriately sized, sell-addressed, stamped envelopes but is not responsible for loss or damage.

Be sure to print your name and address on the back of the photo. the former Joyce Baugh were married July 25, 1947, in Indianapolis. He worked 17 years for Citizens Gas, retir Indianapolis observed their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday. Mr. Felts and the former Ann Brooks were married July 19, 1947, In Rushville.

He was an accountant 40 years for General ing in 1985. He Is an Army Air Force veteran of World War II. He is a member of Masonic Lodge and American Legion. She worked in the shopping service department 18 years for L.S. Ayres, retiring in 1988.

They are the parents of Chris and Bruce Pelkin and have one Motors, retiring in 1990. They are the I 1 I I M.Hnlr FREE Groom's Tux GROOM'STUX FREE PLUS 50 OFF EACH FATHER PLUS $20 OFF ALL YOUR ATTENDANTS FEATl'RISG THE BEST FROM: Anulfi Chaps Perry Lord Pierre Ralph Hllis West Cardin Lauren OPEN 7 Days TOP HAT TUXEDO USA INC LAFAYETTE SQUARE MALL 293-6477 WASHINGTON SQUARE MALL 899-4220 THESHOPPES I 4614 Coldwater Road Ft. Wayne5 IN 219-484-1022, 1 parents ot unua loio, jsi im muwai ira and Donna Sherrill and have five Orchid class Easy Orchids, a class on choosing and growing the right orchid for your home, will be offered at 11 am Saturday in Smith Hawken, 8605 River Crossing Blvd. Kathleen Maynard, a store manager, will lead the free session. Call (317) 571-8091.

Open house Watson Park Daylilies open house, 10 am to 5 p.m. today, 3623 Watson Road, Indianapolis. For more information, call (317) 9233832 Flower farm open The Flower Barn, 2685 Elizaville Road, Lebanon, a farm specializing in everlasting flowers, is open to the public for tours and lunch on Wednesdays during summer. Previously, the farm was closed except for large-group tours. Tours begin at 10:30 am, followed by a program on drying flowers.

Lunch is at 11 :45 a.m. Reservations required. For more information, call (765) 482-3061. Send items at least 10 days in advance of publication dale to HOME GARDEN, Lifestyle, The Indianapolis Star, O. Box 145, Indianapolis 46206-0145.

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