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Erik. Maternal grand- into are Tom and Darlene mannof Johnsburg. Gordon Winnie Husby of Stanwood, Page 6 • PLAllNDEALER-HERALD. WEDNESDAY, MAY 22,1985 Life today Wolf, Thomas exctiahge vows at St. John's St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Johnsburg was filled with Easter lilies and yellow miniature chrysanthemums. The center aisle was lined with candelabra. And a white arch, trimmed with flowers and ferns, stood at the aisle before the cross. This was the setting for the exchange of wedding vows between the former Jacqueline A. Wolf and Jeffery J. Thomas. The 3 p.m. ceremony on April 13 was officiated by the Rev. John C. Holdren. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Donald C. Wolf, 3919 N. Blitsch PI., McHenry. Mr. and Mrs .-Charles Thomas, MR. AND MRS. JEFFERY THOMAS Wife disturbed at hubby's curiosity about lady trucker DEAR ABBY: My husband is a trucker, and he hauls heavy loads across the country. He has a CB radio in his cab, which hie needs for his own safety as well as for entertainment. He told me there's a hooker who drives a van with a waterbed in the back, and she "advertises" on her CB. He says the guys in that area (Nevada) all know her, and he would like to see her himself just to find out what she looks like. "Just curiosity," he says. Now I'm worried every time he has to go through Nevada. Isn't that kind of thing against the law? This is no joke, Abby. TRUCKER'S WIFE DEAR WIFE: Soliciting in some parts of Nevada is legal, but I don't know if the airwaves can be used for this purpose. Taking one's show on the road isn't all that unusual. But make it clear to hubby that if he doesn't keep on trucking when he hears this siren's song-his marriage may suffer a blowout. DEAR ABBY: Now that prom season is upon us, I have a favor to ask: Our son has been to three proms. Each time he has rented a tux, bought-the girl a corsage and paid for the tickets plus dinner before the dance. Each prom has cost him between $100 to $125. Our son has told us that when he picks up his date, her parents are waiting with a camera to take a picture of him and their daughter. The girl then has a picture for her memory book, but we have nothing. We don't even know what the girl looked like! Will you please ask the parents of these girls to please send a picture to the boy who spent so much money on their daughter? Even if the date turned out to be a disaster, the boy (or his parents) may want the photo as a souvenir. LEFT OUT IN VENTURA, CALIF. DEAR LEFT OUT: Here's your letter. I hope something develops. .DEAR ABBY: In a recent column you wrote: "If I could give young people just one piece of advice, it would be read, read,' read!" To that, I say "Amen." In reflecting on the many people who have had a significant influence on my life, the one I remember best is Miss Sellers, my first-grade teacher in a little one-room school in Kemah, Texas. I was her only pupil, so she was able to give me the individual attention I wish all children could receive. I remember her saying, "Honey, once you learn to read, there isn't anything in the world you can't learn, know or be." How right she was. Reading has enabled me to overcome the traumas in my life. I got polio at 14 and became an avid reader when I was unable to go back to school. I became a housewife and mother, and I'm now a grandmother, learning to survive the loneliness and loss of divorce by taking up the computer, writing and going to college. Most youngsters nave lofty goals-some may require physical endurance. However, many of these goals must be changed because of the unpredictable - car wrecks, illnesses and other accidents that turn many ambitious young people into paraplegics. Then, only their abilities to read and learn can help them to grow and achieve. L.W., BARTLESVILLE, OKLA. (Every teen-ager should know the truth about sex, drugs and how to be happy. For Abby's booklet, send your name and ad­ dress clearly printed with a check or money order for $2.50 and a long, stamped (39 cents) self-addressed envelope to: Dear Abby, )klet, P.O. ~ Teen Bool Box 38923, Hollywood, Calif. 90038.) 237 Country Club Acres, Belleville, 111. are the parents of the bridegroom. The bride wore a white organza wedding gown. The bodice, lavished with Venice and gutter lace, had a standup lace collar, and an illusion net yoke. The leg-of-mutton sleeves were cuffed to the elbow with glitter lace. A pleated apron covered, the full skirt, which flowed into a chapel train with a flounced hem, adorned with rows of satin Tibbon and lace. ~~ A wreath of beaded Venice lace held her waltz length illusion veil, sprinkled with crystals. To complete the look, she carried a cascade of white roses accented by petite, teal azaleas. Sue Bartlett of Camden, N.Y., formerly of McHenry, handled the duties of matron of honor. Bridesmaids were the bride's sister-in-law Nancy Wolf of McHenry; the groom's sisters, Sue Miller of Jacksonville, Fla. and Lynne Thomas of Belleville; and friends of the bride, Darlene Mann of McHenry and Sandy Gaddis of Palatine, 111. The flower girl was Kristie Wolf of McHenry, a niece and godchild of the bride. Attendants were attired in teal green taffeta gowns with a fitted bodice and gathered, straight skirt. The full, puffed sleeve jacket was styled with a self material ruffle forming a stand- up collar. A wreath of petite, teal azaleas, white roses and baby's breath crowned their heads and they carried a cascade of petite, teal azaleas, white tea roses and teal tipped carnations. Serving his brother as best man was Alan Thomas of Belleville. Groomsmen were the bride's brother John Wolf of McHenry; friends of the groom, Tom Grant of Paducah, Ky., Joe Munie and Tom Patares of Belleville; and the groom's brother Greg Thomas of Belleville. The mother of the bride selected a floor length aqua georgette sheath dress with self fabric panels, softly gathered at the waist by a shirred cum­ merbund. Hie groom's mother chose a floor length mauve lustreglo knit gown, with a sleeveless bodice, scooped neckline and slightly gathered A-line skirt; highlighted by a matching mauve chiffon capelet, caught at the neckline with pearl and crystal beading, which was repeated at the empire waist. The groom's grandmother wore a floor length powder blue knit gown. Matching color clune lace fashioned the fitted bodice, designed with long sheer chiffon sleeves cuffed with lace, and the skirt was sunburst pleated. A lace jacket complemented the ensemble. A reception for 150 guests was held at Andre's Steak House in Richmond. Upon their return from a two- week honeymoon on the island of Maui, Hawaii, the newlyweds established residency at 2707 West Blvd., Belleville, IL 62221. The bride graduated from Illinois State University in 1983 with a Fashion Merchandising major and is a retail manager for Famous-Barr, St. Louis, Mo. The groom, a 1984 graduate of McKendree College, majoring in Business Administration, is employed at the First National Bank of Belleville. YSP to hear story teller Jim May, McHenry County College counselor, instructor, and reknown story teller will address the McHenry County Chapter of the Young Single Parents organization on the topic of Male-Female Relationships, Wednesday, May 22, at 9 p.m. in the Timbers Restaurant, Woodstock. A social jiour will follow his talk. fTSP is a support group for single parents between the ages 6f 21 and 48. Members may be widowed, separated, divorced or never married. Custody of children is not a requirement for membership. The group's regular weekly meetings are held Wednesdays at 8:30 p.m. at the Timbers. Family activities and adult activities are scheduled at other times at public places and in members' homes. For more information, ̂ bout the organization, call Jackie at 385-6531, Wayne, 338-9M& or Bobbie, 338-7422. Ice cream social Fourth grader Nicld Pape (left) and first grader Jeni Hoy enjoy some early treats before tonight's Kid Rock Video Ice Cream Social at Edgebrook School. The party will last from 6 to 8 p.m., and the children are encouraged to dress like their favorite music video performers. Births HUSBY Megan Bree is the name chosen by Gordy and Kim Husby, 1720 W. Church St., Johnsburg, McHenry, for their third child. The 7 lbs. 7 oz. infant was born April 28 in Northern Illinois Medical Center, McHenry. She has two brothers, Peter, age seven and 33-month- $700 raised at fashion benefit A fashion day benefiting Easter Seals was held recently at a restaurant in Crystal Lake, and over $700 was raised to support therapy programs for the disabled people of McHenry County. "The volunteers did a won­ derful job planning this fun­ draiser, putting in many long hours, and their efforts were clearly evident in the quality of the show," Mary Bennett, public relationsjlirector, said. _ Fashions presented by shops in Marengo, Crystal Lake, Algonquin and Lake Zurich included spring and .summer sportswear and business attire. Prizes donated by local mer­ chants added to the afternoon's excitement. Wash, are the paternal grand­ parents. Vera Huemann and Eunice Andreas of Johnsburg are the great-grandparents. 1 LARSEN Curt Larsen and Debbie Bitterman, 1008 N. Front St., McHenry, announce the birth of their first child on May 5. Nicholas James entered the world in Memorial Hospital for McHenry County, Woodstock, weighing 7 lbs. 12 oz. Maternal grandparents are Valeria Bitterman of McHenry and Jamps Rittormftn ITrionHAip Wis. Mr. and Mrs. James Larsen of McHenry are the paternal grandparents. NELSON Mark and Tammy Nelson, 5701 Meadow Hill Ln., McHenry, became parents of their second child and first Son May 4. Mark Jordan was bom in Humana Hospital, Hoffman Estates, 111. and weighed 7 lbs. 12 oz. He has a three-year-old sister Nicole. Maternal grandparents are Jim and Sandy Cole of Fox Lake, 111. Glenn ana Lois Nelson of Cary, 111. are the paternal grand­ parents. BIERMAN Jeff and Donna Biejqian of Elyria, Ohio announce the birth of their first child April 17. Joshua Stephen weighed 7 lbs. 7 oz. at birth. Paternal grand­ parents are Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Bierman of McHenry and Mr. and Mrs. Denzel Chapman of N. Ridgeville, Ohio. Great-grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Ramsey of McHenry. Mrs. Emilie Leopold of Marengo, 111. is the baby's great-great-grandmother. GIANNESCHI Brandon Michael is the name chosen by Wayne and Karen Gianneschi, 5008 Cambridge, McHenry, for their third child. The 9 lbs. 15 oz. infant entered the world April 22 in Lutheran General Hospital, Park Ridge, HI. He was greeted at home by his twin brother and Sister, Brent and Christy, age 12. Maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Grala and paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Harry Gianneschi, all Hl;-> f DONALD MC CRACKEN AND JOANNE SIEFKA June wedding set ^ Mr. and Mrs. Robert Siefka of Jackson, Mich., announce the engagement of their daughter Joanne Beth, to Donald Guy Mc- Cracken of Horton, Mich. The future bridegroom is the son of for­ mer McHenry residents, Mr. and Mrs. Don McCracken, presently of Horton. The couple attended Jackson Community College, where she will graduate in 1965. A June 29 wedding is planned. Kishwaukee DAR chapter schedules annual luncheon The Kishwaukee Trail Chapter, National Society Daughters American Revolution will have its Annual Luncheon Tuesday, May 28, at the Timbers Restaurant, Route 47, Wood­ stock. Annual reports of officers and committee chairmen will be given at the business meeting starting at 11 a.m. The luncheon will begin at 12:30 p.m. A National DAR Conservation Award will be presented after the luncheon to a local person nominated by Kishwaukee Trail Chapter NSDAR, and approved f by the Illinois and Natioaal v officers. Kenneth Fiske, v executive director of McHenry County Conservation District will make the presentation. The program "Let Freedom Ring" will be presented by the Whitechapel Handbell Ringers. Alice Clark is program chair­ man. Members may make reservations for themselves and guests by calling Mrs. Leonard Belmonte, 338-6732. At the April meeting of Kish­ waukee Trail Chapter NSDAR, Joyce Perbix presented slides of McHenry County Spring Wildflowers. She has photographed most of the wildflowers of McHenry County. She directs the MCCD Phenology Project in which volunteers keep records on the blooming times of the un­ common wildflowers in natural in McHenry County. race Lipps of Marengo became a member of Kish­ waukee Trail Chapter NSDAR in April. Those interested in membership may contact Amy Brink, membership chairman, 338-0783. Former high school students exchange memories bf 1944 The class of 1944 of McHenry Community High School and their husbands and wives had a most enjoyable evening at their forty-first class reunion Saturday, May 11. Class members coming the farthest were Elaine Landgren Mascarelli of Phoenix, Ariz, and Elaine Fredricksen Freund ot Brooksville, Fla. The reunion committee consisted of Ray Smith, Bob Justen, Jim Hettermann, Marian Hawley Rein wall, Betty Edstrom Lingenfelter, Marilyn Schaefer Harrison and Bonnie Page Meyers. Other former classmates attending were Bill Adams, Bob Blake, Grace Bolger Stilling, Helen Ruth Butler Stanek, Lorraine Erber Johnson, Jim Freund, Art Jackson, Betty Kilday Lay, Bob Knox, Sister Ruth (Marilyn) May, Allan McKim Harold Michels, John Rogers, Bob Sales, Don Schaefer and Evelyn Soellner Adams. It was definitely decided to have a forty-forth reunion of the class in 1988. TESl POETRY CONTEST The Redding Poetry Club is sponsoring its First Annual Poetry Contest, open to all poets. There are three prizes in all. First Prize is $100, Second Prize is $50, and Third Prize is $25. For free information write, Redding Poetry Club, 3305 Sunset Dr., Redding, California 96001. Community calendar MAY 22 Mary Martha Circle-Mtg. Chapel Hill Rds. 1 p.m.-Faith Pres. Ch.-Lincoln* & MAY 22-23 Crime Stoppers-Mid-America Invited. Conf.-McH. Co. Coll.-Public MAY 23 Amer. Leg. Post 491-Rifle Sq. Mtg. 8 p.m. McH.. Sr. Citz. Rules of the Road Review Course-9 a.m.-Noon- McH. City Hall-Info. Jim Jansen 385-7475. • MAY 24 St. Pat's Ladies Guild-Birthday Party 2 p.m.-Royal Terrace Nurs. Home. MAY 25 McH. Sportsmen's Club-Weingart Rd.-l p.m. Practice & League Shoots-Public Welcome. MAY 26 McH. Sportsmen's Club-Weingart Rd.-Meat Shoot & Games 10 a.m.-Public Welcome. MAY 27-29 " UMW Shop & Share Days. 1 p.m.-McH. Public library." . Mtg. 7:30 p.m.-Kristofs Cirkus-All Welcome-Info. Call 385-4674 MAY 30 McH. Sr. Citz. Rules of the Road Review Course-9 a.m.-Noon- ; "•< Mill fMt.llill |I*> to Jansen 385-7475.