Blaise Robus Winegardner of Pleasant Hill, Iowa is the eleven year old son of Doug and Susie Winegardner. He likes to run on the track and in cross country.
Last year in fourth grade he ran the mile in six minutes 30 seconds. This year in fifth grade he ran the mile in five minutes 45 seconds and in the cross country race at 6 minutes 20 seconds. He has beaten his elementary school record the last two years. All of the competition is with 4,5,6, and 7th graders. He attends Delaware Public School in Altoona, Iowa. He also is an avid golfer, and plays baseball and basketball.
His grandparents are Bob and Sandy Winegardner of Knoxville, Iowa and Kenny and Pam Robus of Eddyville. Great-grandmothers are Norma Gaass and Jeanette Robus of Pella, and the late Ann Funk of Lovilia.
Blaise has three brothers, Cory , Brock, and Brandon as well as a sister Becca.
You have been blessed with a talent. We wish you many successful years of running in competition.
Fred and Goldie Kraber Have a New Granddaughter
Gladys, their youngest daughter , and her husband have three sons. They have just welcomed a new baby girl. Her name is Andrea Marie. Both mother and baby are doing well. Congratulations to you all as you welcome this bundle of joy.
Les Stevens Dies
Les was a member of the graduating class of 1952 at Lovilia. He was an athlete active in track and high jump. He married the local girl, Peachy Owens. They had been making their home in Santa Maria, California. We extend our sympathy and prayers to his friends and relatives.
Lovilia Volunteer at I MOM
Susan Beary was a volunteer dental hygienest at the free dental clinic held in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on November 5th and 6th. Susan worked Saturday from 1-5:30pm. She cleaned teeth and did oral cancer screenings on six patients. Two teen boys, two college students, one young mom who spoke no English, and a 56 year old woman. They all were very appreciative of the free care. This is the third year for I MOM. It is held in a different city each year. Two hundred dentists, and 800 volunteers hygienists, dental assistants, lab techs, supply company reps, and church and youth volunteers help the patients in the clinic. Many wait in line 12 hours or more in hopes of being seen. Patients are seen on a first come first served basis. It is a very good service for persons unable to afford dental care.
November 11 is Veteran’s Day
Say thanks to any veteran you see to day or call and thank one. Fly your flag today in their honor. We owe all our freedoms to them and their sacrifices.