Family

Laurence and Cassie Olson of Waukon announce the birth of their son, Tatum Richard Olson, September 2, 2014 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. He weighed 7 lbs., 5 ozs. and measured 21 inches in length at the time of his birth. He joins a brother, L.J. (2).
Grandparents are Pam Van Horn and Al Williams of West Union, Gary and Marie Gremm of Waukon and the late Larry Olson of Postville.

Adam and Barbie Kossman of Waukon announce the birth of their son, Cruz Colton Kossman, September 1, 2014 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. He weighed 6 lbs., 15 ozs. and measured 21 inches in length at the time of his birth. He joins three siblings, Austin, Lilly and Tuck.
Grandparents are Roy and Kathy Kossman, Mike Day and Kay Day, all of Prairie du Chien, WI. Great-grandparents are Fred and Darlene Moris of Prairie du Chien, WI.

Brandan Ashbacher and Shauna Broadhead of Postville announce the birth of their daughter, Breelyn Marie Ashbacher, August 29, 2014 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. She weighed 6 lbs., 8.4 ozs. and measured 20 inches in length at the time of her birth. She joins a brother, Kevin (7).
Grandparents are Lori and Dan Treangen, Kevin and Gina Ashbacher and Kay Stussy. Great-grandparents are Irene Steele, Kathy Strub and Sharon Stussy.

Chad and Heather Jones of Waukon announce the birth of their son, Hudson John Jones, August 28, 2014 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. He weighed 8 lbs., 11.6 ozs. and measured 22-3/4 inches in length at the time of his birth. He joins three brothers, Kody (13), Tyler (9) and Trent (6).
Grandparents are Nick and Lois Jones of Waukon, Greg Winter of Waukon and Jean Root of Alaska. Great-grandparents are Florence Jones of Harpers Ferry, Janice Winter of Waukon and Gary and Gloria Gelo of Waukon.

Brooke Hudson and Clayton Welsh, both of Lansing, announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. They plan to exchange vows October 11 at the Welsh Family Organic Farm in Lansing. A reception will be held following the ceremony at TJ Hunters Banquet Center in Lansing.
The bride-elect is the daughter of Deb Olson of Iowa City and Larry Hudson of Centerville. She is a 2007 graduate of Iowa City High School and a 2013 graduate of Upper Iowa University with a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. She is currently employed by the Allamakee Community School District as a teacher at Waterville Elementary.
The groom-elect is the son of Gary and Kim Welsh of Lansing. He is a 2007 graduate of Kee High School in Lansing and a 2009 graduate of the Motorcycle Mechanics Institute in Orlando, FL. He is currently employed at the Welsh Family Organic Farm.

Iva and Dick Gaunitz will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house hosted by Rick and Randy Gaunitz and their families Sunday, September 21 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the couple’s home, 2074 Lafayette Ridge Drive, Lansing.

The children of Jim and Andrea Boardman will host an open house to celebrate the couple’s golden wedding anniversary Saturday, September 13 from 1-4 p.m. at the Bright Spot in De Soto, WI. They request no gifts, but because of the fire, would appreciate photos and memories. Those unable to attend may send cards,  well wishes and memories to P.O. Box 269, De Soto, WI 54624.

Ron Jahnke of Waukon will celebrate his 80th birthday September 10. Cards and well wishes may be sent to 925 2nd Street NW, Waukon. A family party will be held to celebrate the occasion.

Descendants of Edwin and Mathilda Livingood will gather for a family reunion Sunday, September 14 (note the date change). A potluck meal will be served at noon with coffee and drink furnished at the Community Room at Farmers and Merchants Savings Bank in Waukon. Those planning to attend are asked to bring their own table service and a dish to pass. Family members are asked to spread the word about this upcoming reunion.
The cookbook is coming; the last day to submit recipes, photos and place orders will be the day of the reunion. Contact Marcia Rush for more information.

Andrew and Heidi Carlton of The Colony, TX announce the birth of their son, William Wesley Carlton, July 15, 2014 at Plano Presbyterian Hospital in Plano, TX. He weighed 8 lbs., 9 ozs. and measured 21-1/2 inches in length at the time of his birth. He joins his brother, Henry (3).
Grandparents are Robert and Karen Carlton of Waukon and Teri and Dennis Struble of Runnells. Great-grandparents are Marguerite Vandagriff of Fort Dodge and Janet Harmon of Berwick.