From Our Files

Issue of April 10, 1997

Shelby Embry, 5-year-old daughter of John and Denise Embry of Staunton, was honored by the Illinois Air National Guard with the Young Hero Medal of Honor. Shelby demonstrated exceptional courage and bravery in the face of a life-threatening illness. She was nominated by one of her pediatric cancer nurses.

Bill and Ilene Henke of Staunton will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on April 13.

Louise M. Chura (69) of Staunton died March 31 at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield.

Norma L. Wathern (91) of Staunton died April 7 at Heritage Manor Nursing Home in Staunton....