Engagements from February 2003

Linda Marie Daniels and Timothy Wayne Dow of Cape Girardeau announce their engagement. She is the daughter of the late Clarence and Margaret Daniels of DeSoto, Mo. Dow is the son of Charlotte Dow of Cape Girardeau and Darrell Dow of St. Louis. Daniels attended DeSoto High School, and received a bachelor of science degree in sociology from Southeast Missouri State University. She is employed at Family Counseling Center Inc. in Cape Girardeau...

Lisa Kaye Reynolds and Michael Joseph Newman of Jackson announce their engagement. She is the daughter of Budd and Sue Pence of Advance, Mo. Newman is the son of Bill and Sue Newman of Burfordville. Reynolds is a graduate of Zalma High School at Zalma, Mo. She is a training coordinator at Procter & Gamble...

KELSO, Mo. -- Dale and Mary Dannenmueller of Kelso announce the engagement of their daughter, Kayleen Marie Schweiss, to Ryan Christopher Weatherspoon. He is the son of Michael and Joyce Weatherspoon of Scott City. Schweiss is a 1999 graduate of Scott City High School. She expects to receive a bachelor of arts degree in psychology from Southeast Missouri State University in May. She is employed at Immediate Health Care in Cape Girardeau...

Robert Welker of Cape Girardeau and Mary Jo Rogers of Scott City announce the engagement of their daughter, Charrity Ann Welker, to Jeremiah David Rhymer, both of McClure, Ill. He is the son of Patricia Rhymer of McClure and Charles Rhymer of Cape Girardeau...

Joseph and Marilyn Gilmore of Cape Girardeau and Frank and Theresa Proffer of Sikeston, Mo., announce the engagement of their daughter, Renee Marie Proffer, to Scott Brendon Schwendinger. He is the son of Gary and Linda Schwendinger of Chesterfield, Mo...

Jim and Fay Bruening of Cape Girardeau announce the engagement of their daughter, Sarah Marie Elizabeth Bruening, to Michael E. Stock Jr. He is the son of Karoline A. Stock of Belleville, Ill., and Mike Stock Sr. of Columbia, Ill. Bruening is a 1998 graduate of Central High School. She received a bachelor's degree in geological engineering from the University of Missouri-Rolla in 2002, and is pursuing a master's degree in geological engineering at the university...

SIKESTON, Mo. -- Jay and Gwen Phenicie of Sikeston and John and Sandy Hall of Bertrand, Mo., announce the engagement of their daughter, Ashley Wade Hall, to Justin Lynn Johnson, both of Farmington, Mo. He is the son of Terry and Saundra Johnson of Sikeston...

Stephen and Bonnie Roberts of Cape Girardeau announce the engagement of their daughter, Stephanie Louise Roberts, to Larry Edward Craft. He is the son of Edward and Peggy Craft of Jackson. Roberts is a graduate of Central High School. She received a bachelor of science degree in special education from Southeast Missouri State University, and a master's degree in elementary administration from Southeast University. She is a special education teacher at Scott City Elementary School...

Diane Callin and Tim Fee of Cape Girardeau announce the engagement of their daughter, Shannon Marie Fee, to Timothy Duane Spradlin of Jackson. He is the son of Steve and Cindy Spradlin of Auxvasse, Mo. Fee is a 2001 graduate of Central High School. She is employed at Things Remembered...

Mary and Joel Smith of Cape Girardeau announce the engagement of their daughter, Lynn Ann Emmenderfer, to Brian Neal Thompson. He is the son of Richard Thompson of Cape Girardeau, and the late Mary Thompson. Emmenderfer is also the daughter of the late Gary Emmenderfer...

Mr. and Mrs. Bill Holmes of Cape Girardeau announce the engagement of their daughter, Bobbi Holmes, to Sean Naeger. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Naeger of St. Mary's, Mo. Holmes is in basic training with the U.S. Air Force in San Antonio, Texas...

Lisa Brooks and Danny Brooks of Jackson announce the engagement of their daughter, Michelle Diane Brooks, to Justin Curtis Cox. He is the son of Art and Lisa Cox of Cape Girardeau. Brooks is a graduate of Jackson High School. She is an assistant manager at McDonald's...

Thomas and Denise McDowell of Jackson announce the engagement of their daughter, Brittney Denise McDowell, to Joshua Cloit Lee. He is the son of Thomas and Gay Lee of Cape Girardeau. McDowell is a 1999 graduate of Jackson High School. She received a bachelor of science degree in business administration from Southeast Missouri State University in December 2002. She is a new accounts specialist at First Missouri State Bank in Jackson...

Robert and Florence Krudwig of Anna, Ill., announce the engagement of their daughter, Diane Louise Krudwig, to Michael Leonard Higgins, both of Cape Girardeau. He is the son of Tom and Mary Higgins of Cape Girardeau. Krudwig is a 1992 graduate of Anna-Jonesboro High School in Anna. She received a bachelor of science degree in biology from Southeast Missouri State University in 1997. She is a forensic chemist at SEMO Regional Crime Lab...

PERRYVILLE, Mo. -- Roger and Judi Lawrence of Perryville announce the engagement of their daughter, Chantel Maria Lawrence, to Dave W. Bahr Jr. He is the son of David and Charlotte Bahr of Ste. Genevieve, Mo. Lawrence is a 1995 graduate of Perryville High School, and a graduate of Stage One the Hair School. She is a self-employed hairdresser and nail technician at Reflections Salon...

SEDGEWICKVILLE, Mo. -- Mr. and Mrs. Lynn James of Chester, Ill., announce the engagement of their daughter, Heather James, to Robert Allen. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Allen of Sedgewickville. James is a 1994 graduate of Chester High School, and attended Southwestern Illinois College. She is a leader technician at TG Missouri Corp...

Chuck and Cathy Loeffler of Monument, Colo., announce the engagement of their daughter, Mary Irene Loeffler, to Jay Michael Stuart, both of Aurora, Colo. He is the son of Mark Stuart of Cape Girardeau and Susan and Michael Rotenberg of Nederland, Texas...

Jack and Cindy Luebbers of Jackson and Mike and Nancy Kistner of St. Louis announce the engagement of their daughter, Robyn Lynne Kistner, to Shawn Steven Nesler. He is the son of Steve Nesler and Steve and Jeanie Wilson, all of Cape Girardeau. Kistner is a 1990 graduate of Jackson High School. She is a certified surgical technologist at St. Francis Medical Center...

PERRYVILLE, Mo. -- John and Sherry Patrick of Perryville announce the engagement of their daughter, Wendy Patrick, to Scott Golden. He is the son of Danny Golden and Marlene Golden of Cape Girardeau. Patrick is a 1994 graduate of Central High School. She expects to receive a bachelor of science degree in family and consumer science from Southeast Missouri State University in May. She is employed at Fred's Flowers and Gifts in Perryville...

Sam and Marilee Roethemeyer of Jackson announce the engagement of their daughter, Beth Ann Roethemeyer, to Jason Michael St. John. He is the son of Louise St. John of Cape Girardeau. Roethemeyer is a 1997 graduate of Jackson High School. She received degrees in music education and vocal performance from Southeast Missouri State University in 2002. She is employed by Jackson R-2 School District...

Newell and Hilda Washburn of Lewes, Del., announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Nicole Washburn of Cape Girardeau, to Peter Nathaniel Olesen of Decatur, Ill. He is the son of Bjorn and Susan Olesen of Cape Girardeau. Washburn is a 1998 graduate of Greenwood Mennonite High School in Delaware. She expects to receive a degree in elementary education from Southeast Missouri State University in May...

Max and Charlotte Jauch of Cape Girardeau announce the engagement of their daughter, Jill Suzanne Jauch, to James Douglas Olroyd. He is the son of Dr. James and Rebecca Olroyd of Swansea, Ill. Jauch is a 1994 graduate of Central High School. She received a bachelor of science degree in mass communications from Southeast Missouri State University in 1999. She is a sales representative with AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals...

Kurt and Kathleen Roettering and Robert Starek, all of St. Louis, announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Anne Starek, to Eric James Danker of St. Louis. He is the son of David and Rosetta Danker of Jackson. Starek received a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1999. She is a graphic designer with America Online...

Scott and Betty Smith of Jackson announce the engagement of their daughter, Lauren Leigh Smith, to Blake David Popp. He is the son of Randy and Sheila Rhymer of Jackson. Smith is a 2001 graduate of Jackson High School. She is pursuing a degree in interior design at Southeast Missouri State University. She is employed at Southeast Bookstore...

DONGOLA, Ill. -- John and Donna Cauble of Dongola announce the engagement of their daughter, Lacy Jae Cauble, to Michael William Sanford. He is the son of Steve and Brenda Sanford of Scott City. Cauble is a 1999 graduate of Dongola High School, attended Shawnee Community College and John A. Logan College. She is an administrative assistant in commercial lending at US Bank in Cape Girardeau...

Bruce and Debbie Schnurbusch of New Wells announce the engagement of their daughter, Jenny Marie Schnurbusch, to Rodney Joseph Werner. He is the son of Jerry Werner of Frohna, Mo., and the late Mary Werner. Schnurbusch is a 1999 graduate of Jackson High School, and a 2001 graduate of Metro Business College in Cape Girardeau. She is an agent with Brent Wills Insurance in Jackson...

SIKESTON, Mo. -- Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Powers of Valdosta, Ga., formerly of Sikeston, announce the engagement of their daughter, Lacey Marie Powers, to Christopher Brett Frank. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry A. Frank of Lynn Haven, Fla. Powers expects to receive a degree in early childhood education from Valdosta State University in December...

ORAN, Mo. -- Dr. and Mrs. Michael Hollingsworth of St. Joseph, Mo., announce the engagement of their daughter, Lyndsey Renee Hollingsworth, to Justin Steven Glueck. He is the son of Malinda and Martin Priggel of Oran and Steve and Yavonda Glueck of Hornersville, Mo...

CHAFFEE, Mo. -- Frank and Sharon Beckley of Sparta, Ill., and Larry and Vickie Goetz of Chaffee announce the engagement of their children, Kristen Suzanne Beckley and Kevin Michael Goetz. Beckley is a 1996 graduate of Sparta High School. She received a bachelor of science degree in nursing from Southeast Missouri State University in 2001. She is a registered nurse at St. Luke's Hospital in Chesterfield, Mo...

MARBLE HILL, Mo. -- The children of Brenda Barker and William Miller of Marble Hill announce the engagement of their parents. Barker is employed by Jackson R-2 School District and Southeast Missouri State University. Miller is retired from Procter & Gamble...

OLIVE BRANCH, Ill. -- Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Vaughn of Olive Branch announce the engagement of their daughter, Theresa Vaughn, to Derek Sheppard. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Mike Sheppard of Scott City. Vaughn is a graduate of Egyptian High School in Tamms, Ill. She expects to receive a bachelor of science degree from Southeast Missouri State University in May...

Mr. and Mrs. Kerney McNeil of Corinth, Miss., announce the engagement of their daughter, Andrea Lauren McNeil, to Adam Michael Davis. He is the son of Frances Gould of Cape Girardeau and Joe Bill Davis of Benton, Mo. McNeil is a 1995 graduate of Lee Academy in Clarksdale, Miss. ...

Richard and Mary Hynes of Louisville, Ky., announce the engagement of their daughter, Laura Richelle Hynes, to Benjamin Cameron Chisman. He is the son of Rodger and Jan Chisman and Michael and Margaret Riggs, all of Cape Girardeau. Hynes received a bachelor's degree from the University of Louisville and a master's degree from the University of Arizona. She is employed at the University of Louisville...

Robert and Donna Komorech of Cape Girardeau announce the engagement of their son, Christopher Alan Komorech, to Heidi Jo Guyer. She is the daughter of Gaylord and Kathleen Guyer of West Union, Iowa. Guyer is a 1999 graduate of North Fayette High School in Iowa. She expects to receive a degree in elementary education from Simpson College of Indianola, Iowa, in May...

Roy Rockwell of Redding, Calif., and Mr. and Mrs. Jerry White of Troy, Mo., announce the engagement of their daughter, Dana Lynne Rockwell, formerly of Cape Girardeau, to Steven Anthony Smith of Troy. He is the son of Hazel Smith of Warrenton, Mo., and Gene Smith of Elsberry, Mo...

BENTON, Mo. -- David and Mary Hubbert of Benton announce the engagement of their daughter, Amy Suzanne Hubbert, to Jerry Don Wolsey II. He is the son of Jerry and Debbie Wolsey of Chaffee, Mo. Hubbert is a 1994 graduate of Kelly High School, and attended Southeast Missouri State University. She is employed by Interior Plus Inc...

WOLF LAKE, Ill. -- Robert and Tippy West of Plainfield, Ill., announce the engagement of their daughter, Ying West, to Bill Schaefer, both of Naperville, Ill. He is the son of Jerry and Sharon Schaefer of Wolf Lake. West received a bachelor's degree in organizational communication from North Central College in Naperville. She is an inside sales representative with Molex Inc. in Lisle, Ill...

CHAFFEE, Mo. -- Charles Lingle Jr. of East Prairie, Mo., announces the engagement of his daughter, Charla Denise Miller, to Leslie Allen Acey, both of Chaffee. He is the son of Pansey Acey of Chaffee, and the late Lester Acey. Miller is also the daughter of the late Teresa Lingle...

Cathy and Jerry Bounds and Jerry and Sharon Tucker, all of Yakima, Wash., announce the engagement of their daughter, Melanie Victoria Tucker, to Leland Michael Thompson. He is the son of Connie and David Thompson of Cape Girardeau. Tucker received a bachelor's degree in applied psychology from Eastern Washington University and a master's in counseling from the University of New Orleans. She is employed by Snohomish County as a designated mental health professional...