ANNIVERSARIES

Wally and Ardie Birchmier

50th Anniversary

Wally and Ardie (Harris) Birchmier, of Coeur d'Alene, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Friday, Sept. 23, 2011. They were high school sweethearts and were married at the United Methodist Church in Kellogg.

They celebrated Sunday, Sept. 25, 2011, with a gathering of family and friends given by their daughters, Carrie Hamilton of Post Falls and Tracy Birchmier of Coeur d'Alene; grandchildren Alysa and Shayne Hamilton, Jake Birchmier and great-granddaughter Jordyn Hamilton.

The "50th" cake topper placed on their cake has been passed down through three generations of Birchmiers.

Special guests were Ardie's mother, Ruby Harris, and Wally's mother, Marjorie Birchmier, both of Coeur d'Alene.

Art and Anita Longo

50th Anniversary

Anita (Ornelas) and Arthur C. Longo will be celebrating their 50th golden wedding anniversary on Oct. 15, 2011. They were married Oct. 28, 1961, at Our Lady of Loretto Catholic Church in Los Angeles, Calif.

The couple moved to Post Falls in 2004 from Lake Arrowhead, Calif.

Anita worked for many years in the jewelry trade industry as an operations manager for jewelry trade organizations. Art worked as a police officer for the state of California, having retired in 1992 after 30 years of service as a detective sergeant. He served in the Vietnam War in 1966-1968 and achieved the rank of sergeant.

They have one child, son Scott Longo of Van Nuys, Calif., and one grandchild, Sage Longo.

A private dinner celebration will be held Oct. 15, 2011.

ENGAGEMENT

Hayden-Gates-Williams

Mark Gates and Dawn Hayden-Gates, both of Hayden, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Amber D. Hayden-Gates of Aurora, Colo., to Lloyd R. Williams, who is stationed in Germany. Lloyd is the son of Dean Williams of Coeur d'Alene and Mechelle Dutton of Hauser Lake.

Amber graduated from Timberlake High School in 2003 and is currently attending Bel-Rea Institute of Veterinary Technology, graduating in June 2012. Lloyd graduated from Lake City High School in 2010. He is enlisted in U.S. Army.

The couple plan to wed Dec. 18, 2011, in Coeur d'Alene.

WEDDINGS

Shore-Lindsey-Davide

High school sweethearts Jennifer Shore-Lindsey, daughter of Rich Lindsey and Debbie Hernandez, and Chad Davide, son of Michael and Darcy Davide, were married on July 8, 2011, at High Country Orchard in Green Bluff, Wash.

The couple was surrounded by their closest friends, family and a beautiful array of sunflowers. Both Chad and Jennifer graduated from Post Falls High School.

Chad is proudly serving in the U.S. Navy, were he is a Seabee. Jennifer is actively pursuing a career in child care.

After the wedding the couple spent eight days in both Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, before returning to their home in Ventura, Calif., with their dog Diesel.

Vorous-Kaestner

Jacqueline Vorous and Tyson Kaestner, both of Coeur d'Alene, were united in marriage Aug. 27, 2011, at The Terraces on Lake Coeur d'Alene.

Jacqueline is the daughter of Mary Vorous of Coeur d'Alene. Tyson is the son of Rob and Sue Kaestner of Coeur d'Alene.

Maid of Honor was Sara Vorous of Coeur d'Alene. Best Man was Cole Kaestner of Coeur d'Alene. Pastor Gary O'Neil officiated the ceremony. Music for the ceremony was provided by Robert Vaughn.

A reception was held at the Manhatten Suite at The Terraces.

The couple will reside in Coeur d'Alene.

MILESTONE BIRTHDAY

Darrell I. Burrell

94th Birthday

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BURR - Darrell I. Burrell (Burr) recently celebrated his 94th birthday. He was born

Sept. 29, 1917, in the "big town" of Wilford and has since lived and worked in more than 18 states and traveled in most of the U.S. as well as abroad. Burr has enjoyed his retirement for the past 10 years in beautiful Coeur d'Alene where he and his wife, Dian, call home.

In celebration of this happy event, Burr was treated by his family, Dian, Charlotte and Jerry to dinner at Texas Roadhouse and "Fiddler on the Roof" at Lake City Playhouse. This was especially enjoyed by Burr as he performed, in full costume, "If I Were A Rich Man" on several occasions in the past - beautifully!"

Much love to you my darling husband. Thank you for our precious 42 years together. From your family and many dear friends in Coeur d'Alene we wish you a very happy birthday and for those ahead. God Bless you, Burr.

BIRTHS

Tatum Kristine Cottier was born at 9:40 p.m. Aug. 15, 2011, to Kelly and Travis Cottier of Hayden. She weighed 6 lbs. 14 oz. and was 19.75 inches long. Brother is Kobe Matthew. Maternal grandparents are Patrick and Dorene Russell. Paternal grandparents are Gordon and Sheila Cuttier.

Emiko Amaya Womack was born at 8:38 a.m. Sept. 16, 2011, to Shannon Marie and Tony Deewayne Womack of Spirit Lake. She weighed 8 lbs. 12 oz. and was 20 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Tina Kunst and William Moore. Paternal grandparents are Harold Womack and Gwen Womack.

Owen Douglas Pulsipher was born at 11:45 a.m. Sept. 23, 2011, to Jessica and John Pulsipher of Hayden. He weighed 8 lbs. 8 oz. and was 21.5 inches long. Brothers are Nathan, 4, and Alex, 2. Maternal grandparents are Glen and Nadine Jemmett. Paternal grandparents are Doug and Sally Pulsipher.

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