Pagano-Miron

Julia Licia Pagano and Patrick John Miron, both of Lincoln, Neb., announce their engagement.

The bride-to-be is the daughter of Ron and Diane Ash, Lawrence, and Biagio Pagano, Kansas City, Kan. She is a 1999 Lawrence High School graduate. She received a bachelor’s degree in exercise science from the University of Nebraska. She is completing the first year of a two-year fellowship given by the University of Nebraska for graduate work in nutritional science.

The prospective groom is the son of Cathy and Gerri Kieckhoefer, St. Croix Falls, Wis., and the late Paul Miron. He is a 1999 St. Croix Falls High School graduate. He received a bachelor’s degree in exercise science from the University of Nebraska. He is a personal trainer with Prairie Life Fitness Center, Lincoln, Neb.

The couple plan a June 12 wedding in Lincoln, Neb.

Ash-White

Lauren Amber Ash and Brian Thomas White, both of Scottsdale, Ariz., announce their engagement.

The bride-to-be is the daughter of Ron and Diane Ash, Lawrence, and Nancy and John Shamy, Scottsdale, Ariz. She graduated in 1999 from Chaparral High School, Scottsdale, Ariz. She received a bachelor’s degree in education from Arizona State University. She is a fourth-grade teacher at Freedom Academy in Scottsdale, Ariz.

The future groom is the son of Bruce and Claire White, Scottsdale, Ariz. He is a 1999 Chaparral High School graduate. He is a pilot studying professional flight management at Arizona State University and plans to be a commercial pilot.

The couple plan an October wedding in Scottsdale, Ariz.

Pagano-Freund

Tara Anya Simone Pagano and Dr. William Lee Freund Jr., both of Greenville, N.C., announce their engagement.

The bride-to-be is the daughter of Ron and Diane Ash, Lawrence, and Biagio Pagano, Kansas City, Kan. She is a 1996 Lawrence High School graduate. She received a bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy from Kansas University Medical Center. She is employed at Therapeutic Concepts in Greenville, N.C.

The future groom is the son of Connie Freund, Prairie Village, and Dr. William Freund, Salina. He is a 1993 graduate of Shawnee Mission North High School. He received a degree in medicine from Kansas University Medical Center. He is a surgery resident at Pitt County Memorial Hospital, Greenville, N.C.

The couple plan a September wedding in Parkville, Mo.

Lankford-Bauerle

Wayland and Patsy Lankford, Lawrence, announce the engagement of their daughter, Kellie Ann Lankford, Lawrence, to Dustin Allen Bauerle, Lawrence, son of Larry and Lori Bauerle Jr., Nickerson.

The bride-to-be graduated from Lawrence High School in 2001 and plans to graduate in 2005 from Kansas University with a degree in music education.

The future groom graduated from Nickerson High School in 1999 and plans to graduate in May from KU with a degree in music. He plans to pursue an advanced degree in music ministry from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas.

The couple plan a June 19 wedding at the First Southern Baptist Church in Lawrence.

Mater-Busch

Joe and Bev Mater, Lawrence, and Jeff and Debbie Busch, Overland Park, announce the engagement of their children Nicole Mater, Lawrence, and Jarod Busch, Overland Park.

The bride-to-be is a 2000 graduate of Free State High School. She received a cosmetology license in 2002. She is a hairstylist in Overland Park.

The future groom graduated in 1997 from Moon High School in Pittsburgh. He received a bachelor’s degree in information systems management from Robert Morris University in 2002. He owns Busch & Associates in Overland Park.

The couple plan an Aug. 7 wedding at Danforth Chapel in Lawrence.

Pedersen-Deines

Wendy Pedersen and Mike Deines, both of Lawrence, announce their engagement.

The future bride is the daughter of Jenny Pedersen, Bellevue, Neb., and the late Lt. Col. Harry Pedersen. She graduated from the University of Oklahoma. She is employed by Sprint.

The prospective groom is the son of Rod Deines, Lawrence, and Dorothy Nielsen, Russell. He graduated in 1997 from the College of Financial Planning. He works in financial services.

The couple plan an Oct. 16 wedding in Topeka.

Kramer-Heller

W. Tracy and Jo E. Kramer, Wellsville; Wayne Heller, Holton; and Lori Heller, Yates Center, announce the engagement of their children Carrie Adair Kramer, Lawrence, and Josh Wayne Heller, Emporia.

The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Richard and Virginia Kramer, Wellsville, and Bettye Coughenour, Wellsville. She is a 2000 graduate of Wellsville High School. She is pursuing an exercise science degree at Kansas University.

The future groom is the grandson of Effie Heller, Holton. He is a 2000 graduate of Yates Center High School. He is pursuing a degree in business management at Emporia State University.

The couple plan a June 5 wedding in Lawrence.

Webster-Stoppel

Dr. Larry and Nancy Stoppel, Washington, announce the engagement of their son Jon Stoppel, St. Charles, Mo., to Alaina Webster, Lawrence, daughter of Marc and Diana Webster, Ellsworth.

The bride-to-be is a graduate of Ellsworth High School. She plans to graduate in May with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and history from Kansas University.

The prospective groom is the grandson of Allen and Maydeen Tade, Lawrence. He is a graduate of Washington High School. He received a degree in human biology from KU. He is attending optometry school at the University of Missouri, St. Louis.

The couple plan a June 19 wedding at Free Methodist Church in Lawrence.

Evans-Jenkins

Jessica Evans and John Jenkins Jr., both of Lawrence, announce their engagement.

The bride-to-be is the daughter of Robin Evans, Baldwin, and Winona Evans, Lawrence. She is a Lawrence High School graduate. She attended the Pinnacle Career Institute. She is a massage therapist.

The prospective groom is the son of John Jenkins, Auburn, and Marsha Alexander, Baldwin. He is a Lawrence High School graduate. He is a restaurant manager in Lawrence.

The couple plan a June 26 wedding at the Victorian Veranda Country Inn in Lawrence.

Elvis-Copes

Joni Elvis and Brent Copes, both of Lawrence, announce their engagement.

The bride-to-be is the daughter of Foster Harper, Clarendon, N.C., and Marie Pagano, Sanford, N.C. She attended school in Lumberton, N.C. She is employed at the Hampton Inn in Lawrence.

The future groom is the son of David Copes, Hartville, Mo., and Beverly Copes, Eudora. He is a Eudora High School graduate. He attended Kansas University and Kansas State University. He is employed at Amarr Garage Doors.

The couple plan an Aug. 28 wedding at the First Southern Baptist Church in Eudora.

Lestz-Rose

Pat and Tom Bates, Lawrence, and Lonny and Amy Rose, Miami, announce the engagement of their son Josh Rose to Randi Lestz, both of Boston.

The future bride is the daughter of Lenore and Ken Lestz, Pembroke Pines, Fla. She grew up in East Brunswick, N.J., and received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin. She received a master’s degree from Hunter College in New York. She is a preschool teacher in Boston.

The prospective groom grew up in Lawrence before moving to Miami. He received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Miami. He works in marketing for a media company in Boston.

The couple plan a July 10 wedding in New Jersey.