Family

Caleb Leiran and Katy  Heldt of Waukon announce the birth of their daughter, Charlee June Leiran, born July 17, 2018 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. She weighed 7 lbs. 11 ozs. and measured 21 inches in length at the time of her birth. She joins siblings, Stella (3) and Colton (2).

Grandparents are Larre and Brenda Leiran of Waukon and Debbie Heidt of Sumner.

LeRoy and Bonnie Jones of Harpers Ferry celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary with family July 11. LeRoy Jones and Bonnie Bollman were united in marriage July 11, 1953 at the Monona Methodist Church.

They have eight children including Dale (Pam) Jones of Waukon, Loren (Georgia) Jones of McGregor, Cindy Moose of Waukon and Paul (Lynn) Jones, Mark (Brenda) Jones, Russ Jones, Gary Jones and Keith Jones, all of Harpers Ferry. The couple’s family also includes grandchildren, step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In honor of the occasion, cards and well wishes may be sent to 302 Ion Road, Harpers Ferry, IA 52146.
 

Paul and Kathy Howes of Waukon are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary August 4, 2018 with a casual reception at the Empty Nest Winery, 1352 Apple Road, Waukon. All friends and relatives are encouraged to join them for a celebration of their marriage from 3-6 p.m. No gifts are requested.

The couple exchanged vows November 23, 1968. Due to the unpredictable weather conditions in November and the proximity to Thanksgiving, the August date was chosen as an alternative time for their anniversary celebration. Their children are Jennifer (John) Kuzma of Clearwater, FL and Jason and Laurie (Maxwell) Howes of Dorchester.
 

Randy and Pam Smith of Waukon will be celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary. Randy Smith and Pam Luth were married July 22, 1978.

They are the parents of Heath (Juli) Smith of Prairie du Chien, WI and Ryan (Kari) Smith of Waukon. They also have six grandchildren, Landon, Briar, Quinn, Roslin, Ewan and Liam.

In honor of the occasion, cards may be sent to 603 Cedar Lane, Waukon, IA 52172.
 

Wayne and Sandra Fish of Waukon will be celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary July 20. Wayne Fish and Sandra Shafer were united in marriage July 20, 1958 at Zalmona Presbyterian Church in rural Waukon.

They have two daughters, Debra (Mark) Palmer of Waukon and Wanda (Dan) Brown of Madrid. The couple has five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren, Lars (Jen) Palmer and Henry, Lane (Eric) Rich and      Knightley and Natalie, and Lindsey (Tim) Lund and Ella, all of Waukon, and Shannon (Joe) Knudsen,  Breanna and Claire of Madrid and Donald (Kayla) Brown and Carson of Decorah.

Cards and well wishes may be sent to 1171 Old Stage Road, Waukon, IA 52172.
 

Dustyn and Whitney Conway of Waukon announce the birth of their son, Breckyn David Conway, born June 26, 2018 at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse, WI. He weighed 6 lbs. 13 ozs. and measured 19-1/4 inches in length at the time of his birth. He joins a sister, Brindlyn (3).

Grandparents are Dan and Becky Conway of Lansing and Jay and Julie Sheahan of Mason City.

Michael and Kaylee Henriksen of Clermont announce the birth of their daughter, Layla Jean Henriksen, born July 8, 2018 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. She weighed 6 lbs. 8 ozs. and measured 19-1/2 inches in length at the time of her birth.

Grandparents are Dawn Peterson of Waukon and Dave Peterson of Clermont. Great-grandparents are Dave Henriksen of Elgin and Kim Henriksen of Wadena.

Wayne and Sandra Fish of Waukon will be celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary July 20. Wayne Fish and Sandra Shafer were united in marriage July 20, 1958 at Zalmona Presbyterian Church in rural Waukon.

They have two daughters, Debra (Mark) Palmer of Waukon and Wanda (Dan) Brown of Madrid. The couple has five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren, Lars (Jen) Palmer and Henry, Lane (Eric) Rich and Knightley and Natalie, and Lindsey (Tim) Lund and Ella, all of Waukon, and Shannon (Joe) Knudsen,  Breanna and Claire of Madrid and Donald (Kayla) Brown and Carson of Decorah.

Cards and well wishes may be sent to 1171 Old Stage Road, Waukon, IA 52172.
 

Don and Mary Jane McGraw of Waukon are celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary. Don McGraw and Mary Jane Ryan exchanged vows July 14, 1953 at St. John The Baptist Church, West Ridge. The couple celebrated their anniversary with family.
 

Gloria Larson of Cresco will be celebrating her 90th birthday with an open house Saturday, July 14, 2-5 p.m. at the Cresco Country Club. Family and friends are invited to this surprise celebration.

Cards and well wishes may be sent to 1004 North Elm Street, Room 306, Cresco, IA 52136. No gifts are requested.