Family

Ryan and Brigid Whalen of Waukon announce the birth of their son, Burke Bernard Whalen, born October 15, 2026 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. He weighed 8 lbs. and measured 22 inches in length at the time of his birth. He joins a sister, Caroline Whalen (1-1/2).

Grandparents are Brad and Erin Berns of Waukon and Paul and Gail Whalen of New Albin. Great-grandparents are Maury and the late Kay Mooney of Harpers Ferry, Mavis Berns-Mathes and the late Verdine Berns and Gary Mathes of Shell Rock, the late Charles and Doris Berns of Harpers Ferry, and the late Leo and Caroline Whalen of New Albin.
 

Ben and Faith Scott of Maynard announce the birth of their son, Walter Michael Scott, born October 10, 2026 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. He weighed 9 lbs. 14 ozs. and measured 22 inches in length at the time of his birth. He joins siblings, Harlan (3) and Mabel (1-1/2).

Grandparents are John and Meghan Palmer of Waukon and Mike and Kathleen Scott of Westgate. Great-grandparents are Becky Gesing of Waukon, Greg and Marlene Palmer of Waukon, and Wesley and Marlys Foster of Waverly. Great-great-grandparents are John and Sheryl Prestemon of Waukon.

Allen and Ellen (Anderson) Wahls are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary. The couple married September 11, 1966 at Olds United Church of Christ in Olds.

Their family consists of their children Tim; Kim (Lance) of Providence, UT; Susan (Jeremy) of Cedar Falls; Sara (Jason) of Postville; and Samantha (Kent) of South Burlington, VT. Their grandchildren are Christopher, Nick, Lydia, Eliza, Abby, Ben, Ariana, Kalvin, Henry, and Sonora. A celebration with family will be held at a later date.

Descendants of Erik and Anna Gjefle are invited to meet Wednesday, September 23 at 11:30 a.m. at Lid’s Bar & Grill in Waukon. Questions may be directed to Cathy Larson at 563-380-6095.
 

Scott and Leeta Votsmier of Waukon announce the birth of their son, Murphy Lane Votsmier, born August 31, 2026 at Gundersen Hospital in La Crosse, WI. He weighed 8 lbs. 5 ozs. and measured 20-3/4 inches in length at the time of his birth. He joins siblings, Henley (6), Mace (5) and Mick (2).

Grandparents are Dan and Jane Sivesind and Chuck and Lois Votsmier, all of Waukon. Carol Sivesind of Waukon is a great-grandparent.
 

Savannah Wangsness and Mitchel Taake of Elkader announce the birth of their son, Jamison Henry Taake, born August 28, 2026 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. He weighed 9 lbs. 2 ozs. and measured 22 inches in length at the time of his birth. He joins a sister, Wrenlee Taake (1).
 

Marvin and Luella Miller of Waukon announce the birth of their daughter, Amy Jolene Miller, born August 28, 2026 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. She weighed 6 lbs. 3 ozs. and measured 20 inches in length at the time of her birth.

Grandparents are Melvin and Martha Miller of Cornell, WI and Mel and Barb Hershberger of Waukon. Great-grandparents are Clem and Anna Miller of Cornell, WI, Noah and Percilla Borntrager of Cornell, WI, Mose and Sara Hershberger of Lavalle, WI and Dan and Sylvia Borntrager of Clermont.
 

KJ and Ashley Medberry of Waterville announce the birth of their daughter, Maylee Elizabeth Medberry, born August 26, 2026 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. She weighed 8 lbs. 1 oz. and measured 21 inches in length at the time of her birth. She joins siblings, Ava (14), Carleigh (10), Tucker (8), Ledger (5), Braeley (3) and Charlee (2).

Grandparents are Dave and Melissa Fish of Waukon and Sue and Russ Medberry of Wadena. Great-grandparents are Darlene and Arnold Gibbs, Dave and Charlotte Fish of Waterville, and John and Lois Adam of Waukon. Great-great-grandparents are Mary Ann Duffy of Decorah, and Dolores Fish of Rossville.

Carter and Aubree Fuhrman of Waukon announce the birth of their daughter, Tatum Lynn Fuhrman, born August 24, 2026 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. She weighed 7 lbs. 7 ozs. and measured 20 inches in length at the time of her birth.

Grandparents are Nicole and Joseph Irvin, Kathleen and Nathan Black, and Hannah and James Cota, all of Waukon, and Holly and Roger Fuhrman of Shakopee, MN. Great-grandparents are Shirley Colsch of Waukon, Harlan Block of Klemme, Mark and Nancy Reiser of Waukon, Rich and Lajune Cota of Waukon, and Donnie and Linda Sawvell of Monona.

Adam and Morgan Walther of Waukon announce the birth of their son, Otto Brett Walther, born August 31, 2026 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. He weighed 9 lbs. 4 ozs. and measured 20 inches in length at the time of his birth. He joins a sister, Ella (22 months).

Grandparents are Randy and Kathy Van Ruler of Waukon and Tammy and the late Brett Walther of Harpers Ferry. Great-grandparents are Howard and Dorthy Van Ruler of Waukon, Dale and Joann Meiners of Waukon, Ron Holmlund of Denver, and Robert Walther of Eldora.