Loftis - Skelton

Randall and Robin Loftis of Saginaw, Texas, and Lana Andrews of Cape Girardeau announce the engagement of their daughter, Lauren Ashley Loftis, to Alexander Joseph Skelton. He is the son of Steven and Susan Skelton of Jackson.

Loftis is a 2006 graduate of Central High School. She expects to receive a bachelor of science degree in elementary education from Southeast Missouri State University in May 2010.

Skelton is a 2005 graduate of Jackson High School. He received a bachelor of science degree in sport management from Southeast in 2009. He is an account manager at Ceramo Co.

A June 12, 2010, wedding is planned at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Jackson.