Celebrating Quad-Cities-area engagements, weddings, anniversaries and birthdays
We’re excited to celebrate your achievements.
Bernice Verre will celebrate her 100th birthday on June 25th. Bernice was born in Muscatine, Iowa in 1922. She married Joseph Verre June 30th in 1949. He passed away August 2021.
Her children are Steve Verre.
Her grandchildren are Destiny and Andrew Puente, Jessica Verre, Josh and Katie Verre, and Sammy Lira-Gonzales and Valerie Hayes.
Her great-grandchildren are Joseph and Ty Puente, Miles Verre and Rory Vogt, John and Molly Verre, Milo and Maverick Lira-Gonzalez
Not with us are her daughters Christine and Cindy Verre and grandson Jeremiah Verre.
Bernice was an active member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha Sorority and the Lady Elks "Dose" for over 45 years. Bernice spent most of her life volunteering and giving back to the community.
Close family and friends will celebrate her being 100 years loved at the Elk's Lodge in Davenport on June 25th from 1-4.
50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
Reynold and Paulette (Rehfuss) Waech, of Davenport, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary this summer. The couple was married June 17, 1972, at Zion Lutheran Church, in Wilton, Iowa, in an afternoon ceremony.
Reynold is retired from the United States Army Guard and Reserves in Muscatine, and Davenport, Iowa, and Broken Arrow, OK., having served his country for 32 years, and most recently retired from Bettendorf Community School District, having worked in the maintenance Department. Reynold is a graduate of Muscatine Community College and Northwest Missouri State, Kirskville, MO.
Paulette is also retired having taught music in Durant, IA, for three years early in her career, after graduating from Augustana College in Rock Island, IL, and most recently for 20 years as a Lutheran Church Music Director in Davenport, and Bettendorf, IA., and Broken Arrow, OK.
The couple will gather with family later in July, to celebrate their golden wedding anniversary.
Cards of celebration can be sent to 2648 West 36th Street, Davenport, Iowa, 52806.
70th Anniversary
Reuben and Joanne Wenndt of Lowden will be celebrating 70 years of marriage on June 21, 2022. They were married at United Church of Christ in Lowden. They have 3 children: Joleen (Randy) Porter of Elko, NV, Richard (Diane) Wenndt of Kellogg, IA and Joe (Janise) Wenndt of Lowden, IA. They have 7 grandchildren, 2 step grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren. Anniversary wishes may be sent to PO Box 248, Lowden, IA 52255.
Jeanette Carpenter is 100!
It's hard to believe Jeanette is 100 on June 19th!
Still young at heart, she's a snappy dresser, party girl, a wonderful mom, and grandmother. Have a happy birthday, Jeanette. She will celebrate at a private party with friends and family. Cards can be sent to 4500 Elmore Ave. Apt. 206, Davenport, IA 52807
Happy Golden Birthday Amity
6 on the 6th
Love, Mom, Dad, Kahlie, & Jacob
On July 27, Nancy (Plantz) White celebrates 90. Nancy, born to Nina and Truman Plantz, grew up in a beautiful home in Rock Island, IL with siblings Truman III, Nina, Andrew, and Helen. In her senior year of high school, she met Don White on a blind date. They went on to marry and have 8 children, making homes in Rock Island, IL, Davenport, IA and Newburgh, IN. The couple endured the deaths of two sons yet built a strong marriage while practicing joy and humor. Their legacy continues through their children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren. In addition to her phenomenal work as a mother, Nancy created an impressive career as a customer service supervisor and was known for both her mentoring skills and ability to upsell cable packages. She also supported her husband’s work as a sportswriter. Nancy accompanied Don as he covered sporting events ranging from baseball to rodeo and everything in between. A lover of beauty, Nancy has a flare for home interiors and fashion. She brings the bling for holidays and parties and plays tunes by ear on the piano. A comic, singer, and dancer, she delivers sunshine to everyone she meets on cloudy days. Living in Nebraska these days, Nancy continues her lifelong cultivation of wisdom and happiness. She advises “Bloom where you are planted!” She continues to do just that. Her friends and family are blessed for having Nancy White in their lives!
Hartz's married 60 years
Loretta and Richard Hartz of LeClaire, Iowa will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on July 23, at Huckleberry park in LeClaire, Iowa. 501 Huckleberry Lane, at 1:00 p.m.
The couple were married July 14,1962 at the LeClaire United Presbyterian Church.
Their children are Kevin (Danna) of LeClaire, Iowa. Kenneth (Andrea) of LeClaire, Iowa. Keith ( Lisa deceased) of Princeton, Iowa. Kristine (Tim deceased) of LeClaire, Iowa. Kurtis (Raquel) of Parkview, Iowa. Kraig (Amy) of LeClaire, Iowa.
Loretta and Richard have 23 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren with 1 one the way.
Richard retired from Caterpillar after 19.5 years
Family and friends are invited to come help celebrate their 60th anniversary at Huckleberry Park. We will serve lunch and beverages. The couple request no gifts please.
Mrs. Harriet Tinnes Harley, of 3752 Thunder Ridge Road, # 123, Bettendorf, Iowa, 52722 celebrates her 109th birthday July 27th. She would love to hear from old friends in the area. Mrs. Harley lived alone in her own home until she was 105. Now in assisted living she remains active winning at Bingo, doing word puzzles,reading, and writing “her life story.” Despite challenges, she thinks she has lived during the best of times.
Harriet Margaret Tinnes was born near Talleyrand, Iowa. She grew up on a farm working hard, helping nurse her family through scarlet fever, and weathering the depression. She taught Sunday school and played the piano at church. And she was editor of the Keota High School newspaper. Mrs. Harley graduated in 1931, earned her teaching certificate, and taught all eight grades in a one-room schoolhouse. (One of her little schoolboys still writes her.)
In 1936, she married Charles Wilton Harley of West Chester. They moved to Davenport where they owned and operated the Karmel Korn Shop and started a family.
When World War II began, all the men in her family joined the military. She became a Navy wife traveling with her aviator husband and two small daughters. After the war, for 37 years, they owned and operated East Locust Hardware. When her husband was elected president, Mrs. Harley served as First Lady of the Iowa Retail Hardware Association.
During her lifetime, Harriet has seen invention of the polio vaccine, prohibition, women getting the vote, the dawn of the jet age, space travel, fall of the Berlin Wall, advent of the computer age, Y2K, the tragedy of 9/ll, mass shootings and COVID. She has also lived to have two daughters, two granddaughters, six great grandchildren, and one nearly-perfect great great grandson
Happy 24th Birthday,My Stephen!
Love Always and Forever,Daddy (Eric Hougland)
Rich and Deb (Goodwin) Menke, of Long Grove, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary this month. The couple was married August 12, 1972, at Patterson United Methodist Church near their hometown of Winterset, Iowa. Their family includes two sons and three grandchildren: Martin and wife, Heidi and their son, Miles Menke and Jay and wife, Christy and their children Mateah and Margo Menke. Their family want them to know they LOVE them and wish them the happiest of days together. Cards of congratulations will reach them at P.O. Box 57, Long Grove, IA, 52756.
Robert and Linda Baze
Robert and Linda Baze of Colona, IL, are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary!
Robert and Linda Baze of Colona, IL, are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary! They were married on August 12, 1972. Robert and Linda are parents to Beth (Larry) Bernauer of Orion, IL and Brian Baze (deceased). They are amazing grandparents to Hailey, Parker, Larry and Rachel. They will be celebrating with family on August 12th. Anniversary wishes may be sent to: 131 E 6th Avenue A, Colona, IL 61241.
Gerald (Jerry) and Donna Newberry of Milan, IL, are celebrating their 55th wedding anniversary! They were married on August 19, 1967, at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Milan, IL. Jerry and Donna are parents to Ann (Jeff) Boyd of Rock Island, IL, Matt (Megan) Newberry of Stanley, VA, and Gina Newberry of Milan, IL. They are loving grandparents to Nick, Conner and Chloe Boyd, Jordan and Bella Newbery, and Brandon and Emma Burch. Jerry worked as a meat cutter and retired from Eagle Foods. Donna worked as a teacher and retired from Jordan Catholic School. “Mom and Dad, Grandma and Grandpa, you are pillars of strength, patience, perseverance, kindness and unconditional love. We are blessed to have you as our parents and grandparents. We love you and we celebrate you always! Happy Anniversary!”
“To my wife, Donna, I love you!
Happy Anniversary!” Love Jerry.
Happy 30th Birthday, Shannen Barnard!
From Your Ma
Lila Stout will be honored with a card shower for her 90th birthday. She was born August 11, 1932, to Viola (Seams) and Walter Kincaid. She married Duane Stout July 12, 1953 at the Hillsdale Methodist Church. He passed in 2006. Lila graduated from Hillsdale High School in 1950. She worked for the Old Farmers and Merchants State Bank in Hillsdale for over 40 years and retired as assistant cashier. She loves flowers, bird watching, bingo and most of all her family. She's loved and adored by her two children Carolyn (Bobby) Ellis and Alan (Diana) Stout, seven grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. Cards may be sent to Bickford Assisted Living, 3650 41st St. #201, Moline, Il 61265.
Join us in celebrating Jim Teske’s 90th birthday with a card shower.
Jim’s birthday is August 31st. Let’s shower him with many, many good wishes.
Please send your card to Jim at:
1 Wilderness Court, Moline, IL. 61265
“The Family of Etta Strickland would like to thank all who sent cards, flowers, plants, messages, telephoned, words of encouragement and condolences. And special thanks to Orr’s Mortuary and staff for the arrangements.
Happy Heavenly 40th
Justin C Dilly
8/22/82 to 12/10/18
Dearest Son may all you birthday wishes
Come true. You were an amazing young
man. We miss you deeply! We miss how
you filled a room with laughter as you
told stories, your quick wit, humor, there was
never a dull moment. The joy in your face
when driving your GT Mustang and the
freedom it gave you. Gearing up for a
Vikings Game with dad and wearing your
favorite jersey. Your beautiful blue eyes
so much kindness in them. In the Thirty-six
years you were in this world, you made
an impact in many lives. We will forever
be proud and love you son.
Happy Birthday Justin
Love Mom and Dad
Happy Heavenly 40th
Justin C Dilly
8/22/82 to 12/10/18
Dearest Son may all you birthday wishes
Come true. You were an amazing young
man. We miss you deeply! We miss how
you filled a room with laughter as you
told stories, your quick wit, humor, there was
never a dull moment. The joy in your face
when driving your GT Mustang and the
freedom it gave you. Gearing up for a
Vikings Game with dad and wearing your
favorite jersey. Your beautiful blue eyes
so much kindness in them. In the Thirty-six
years you were in this world, you made
an impact in many lives. We will forever
be proud and love you son.
Happy Birthday Justin
Love Mom and Dad
“The Family of Etta Strickland would like to thank all who sent cards, flowers, plants, messages, telephoned, words of encouragement and condolences. And special thanks to Orr’s Mortuary and staff for the arrangements.
In Memory
Arnie Camarillo Jr.
1972 – 2922
A millions times we’ve missed you
A million times we’ve cried.
If love would have saved you,
you never would have died.
Things we feel most deeply,
Are the hardest things to say.
Our dearest one, we have loved you
In a very special way.
Your loving family.
Helen is celebrating her 80th birthday on August 30th.
Happy birthday Mom and Grandma!
Love, your children and grandchildren
I am having a Birthday party for Bobe Lopez and Jerry Cedillo September 11th,2022 for adjoining Birthdays! Please no gifts. Just drive your old cars in. Food will be provided, from 11am to 2pm, Credit Island Club House. Hope to see you there!
AKEMI,
Happy Birthday
September 14th
Still the most beautiful woman in the world
Love,
Butterbean
Darrell and Dee (Hauser) Hillyer of Davenport, Iowa will celebrate 50 years of marriage this month. The couple was married September 9, 1972 at St. John’s Pleasant Hill Church in rural Nashau, Iowa. Their family includes two children and four grandchildren. Dan Hiller of Davenport and daughter Addison. Robin (Edward) Tesch of Texas and their children Maxwell, Madeline, and Marin Tesch. The family celebrated by taking a family cruise to Eastern Caribbean and Universal Studios.
60th Wedding Anniversary Party
Jack and Georgine Schinckel will be married 60 years on September 30. They will be celebrating this occasion on October 1, 2022 from 1-4 P.M. At the Walcott Legion, Walcott, IA. Light Lunch will be served. All friends and relatives are invited to attend.
Jack and Georgine farmed and lived west of Maysville for 51 years before moving to Eldridge 9 years ago.
Jack and Georgine have 4 daughters: Debra (Will) Brinkley, Donna (Todd) Goodell, Denise (John) Vastine, Dawn (Kenny) Stone, 8 grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren, and 1 deceased grandson.
Joyce & Duane Hamlin
September 22nd, 1962
Grace United Methodist Church
Duane retired after 32 years from the Davenport Police Department working 2 wheel Motorcycle and accident investigation car
Joyce owned and retired from Joyce’s Beauty Salon
Ruth (Jacobsen) Jurgens of Eldridge will celebrate her 90th birthday on Sunday, October 2nd.Ruth was born in 1932 in Clinton County and married the late Elmer Jurgens in 1951. In her 90 years, she has accomplished many things, including farming with Elmer and owning and operating Ruth’s Ceramics and RJ’s Country Treasure House. Ruth lives it up at 90 by spending her time playing cards, listening to polka music, going to lunch, and visiting friends and family. Her family includes her son Steve and daughter-in-law Cheryl, late daughter Linda, grandchildren Lana and Jay and their spouses Kurt and Sarah, respectively. She also has three great-grandsons who love beating her at Uno.Take some time to think about Ruth and wish her a Happy Birthday if you see her.
Robert and Bobbie Reinart 60th Wedding Anniversary
Robert and Balbina "Bobbie" (Rokosz) Reinart celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary with a family dinner and card shower.
Robert Eugene Reinart and Balbina Rokosz were married August 25, 1962 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Fort Madison, Iowa.
The couple lived and raised their five children in Davenport, Iowa - Robert (Julie) Reinart of Rock Island IL, Scott (Susan) Reinart of Cedar Falls IA, Tom (Lori) Reinart of Iowa City IA, Beth (Tim) Thorne of Moncks SC, and Cindy Klemme of Davenport IA. Bob and Bobbie have 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Please send cards to 3009 N. Lincoln St., Davenport, IA, 52804.
Happy 23rd birthday,
My Jennifer!!
Love Always and Forever,
Daddy (Eric Hougland)
Mike and Glenda Schaab are celebrating 60 years of marriage.They were married at St John’s Catholic Church in Rapid City, Illinois on October 13, 1962.They have lived in Davenport and raised two children Scott (Sara) and Michele (Linda). They have five grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Family and friends celebrated with them on October 15 and they thank everyone for their love and support.
Mr. and Mrs. Freddie Fisher will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on October 20th, 2022. Freddie Fisher and Sandra Sindt were married October 20th, 1962, in Buffalo, IA. Mr. Fisher was employed at Blackhawk Foundry for 25 years. Mrs. Fisher was employed by Genesis Visiting Nurses for 20 years. They have two daughters, and one son. Suzy (Tim) Pamperin, Amy Sue Skinner (Tadd), and Mike (Heather) Fisher. The couple have five grandchildren. Meghan Rosas (Todd), Zac Skinner (Meriah), Morgan (Austin) Comandatore. Josh (Baleigh) Fisher, and Makenley Miller-Skinner. They have 8 great-grandchildren. Mateo, Emilio, Nolan, Niales, Synister, Nash, Chaos, Leighton, and a new baby boy on the way.
Joe and Terri (Kacher) Kurtz of Bettendorf, IA were married 50 years ago on Oct 28, 1972. They are the proud parents of 7 children: JJ (Yasmin), Maria (Bob)Pranger, Marcus (Jaime), Aaron (Sara), Jeanette (Rob) Jensen, Michelle (Mike) McVay and Matthew (Kara); 36 Grandchildren and 5 Great grandchildren. Their family is hosting an open house at Majestic Moon Event Center, Upper level in Waterloo, IA from 6PM-10PM on Oct 29. No gifts, please.
Happy 90th Birthday to Elvin E. Weaver! Elvin attended Seymour Public School for all 12 years and graduated in 1950. He lettered in Baseball, Basketball, Football, Track and was the Manager of Boys Sports. He participated in all High School plays and was a member of the FFA for 2 years. He often speaks about teachers, coaches, volunteering, and growing up in Seymour with his family and friends. He joined the Army at 17 and proudly served for 4 years, including in the Korean War. He was the recipient of several metals in the Army. He married Doris Kennis in Centerville in 1954 and for over 60 years they created a beautiful life before her passing in 2016. He worked for Alcoa for 35 years as a Sheet Finishing Supervisor and then retired to enjoy time with his family and friends. He is a member of the Alcoa Retirees Club and the VFW. He even still returns to his roots for festivals and gatherings in Seymour. He is loved and adored by all, and we are truly blessed to share this birthday with him. Here's wishing you the Happiest Birthday; to an awesome husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather & great great grandfather. WE LOVE YOU
Happy 50th Wedding Anniversary Gilbert and Juanita Terronez! On December 2nd, 1972, they entered the wonderful journey of matrimony and started a beautiful family with lots of love and memories along the way. They appreciate all the friendships they have made in their time together, and we all send them our love as they celebrate this extraordinary milestone. Happy Anniversary!
William and Mary (Arrington) Edwards are celebrating 50 years of marriage! The couple wed on December 30th, 1972 in Davenport and have resided here since. Bill and Mary led rewarding careers as educators and librarians, and continue to happily enjoy retired life. According to them “Libraries are the backbone of a civilized society”. The couple plans to celebrate with their children and grandchildren. Huzzah to Mary and Bill!
Mr. and Mrs. John Dierickx
Mr. and Mrs. John Dierickx of Long Grove, IA will or has celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on December 27th, 2022. John Dierickx and Lolita McGuires were married December 27th, 1952 at St. Ann’s Long Grove, IA. The Dierickx’s farmed in Long Grove, IA and Lolita retired in 1995 from the Diocese of Davenport. was employed by the Diocese of Davenport, retiring in 1995. Children-John (Ellen Kinsinger) Robins, IA, Tom (Janice) Dierickx Long Beach, MS, Mary Ann Shultz Platteville, WI, Paul (Jayne) Dierickx Long Grove, IA, Rita (Dennis) Carlson Waukee, IA, Joe (Barb) Dierickx Grand Mound, IA, Charles (Lori) Dierickx Long Grove, IA, Pat (Lora) Dierickx and Rose (Kevin) Lane DeWitt, IA. They have 27 grandchildren and 34 great grandchildren. Cards can may be sent to-18808 305th Street Long Grove, IA 52756
Doug and Mary met 27 years ago at Gumbo Ya Ya not knowing they would be inseparable. They will be married 25 years on January 16th! Doug has worked at the RI Arsenal for many years and Mary Retired. They have a son Austin and a Golden Retriever Walter. They love camping and going on fishing trips together!
Join us in celebrating Margie (Mueller) Thiering‘s 80th birthday with a card shower. Margie’s birthday is January 16! Cards can be sent to PO Box 396, Walcott, Iowa 52773. Love – your family
