50th Anniversary, Chris NEHRKORNS, Perry County, Illinois This file was contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives by: Mike Jones Chris Nehrkorns 50th Anniversary Article Provided by annual Gass-Logan Reunion attendees. Submitted by Mike Jones. Chris Nehrkorns Observe Their 50th Anniversary A golden anniversary celebration was held September 5 in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Chris Nehrkorn at their home on route two, Pinckneyville. The Nehrkorn's seven living children, 18 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren were all present at the noon hour carry-in dinner. The honored couple was married September 5, 1916, at the bride's home in Beaucoup precinct near Pinckneyville. They have resided in the same general area their entire married life where Nehrkorn was a farmer until poor health forced his retirement. They were married by the late Reverend John Williamson, Baptist minister. Their attendants were Mrs. Nehrkorn's brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Williamson. Mrs. Williamson was present at the 50-year celebration on Labor Day. Her husband is deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Nehrkorn have seven living children: Mrs. Myrtle McElroy of Pinckneyville, Mrs. Clarabelle Goldman of rural Tamaroa, Mrs. Wanda Miller of rural Pinckneyville, Robert of rural Tamaroa, George of rural Pinckneyville, Eugene of Pinckneyville and Billy of rural Tamaroa. One son, Paul, was killed in World War II. The Nehrkorns are members of the Concord Baptist Church. Those attending the anniversary celebration were Mr. and Mrs. Dale McElroy and Vivian, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Goldman, Carl and Larry, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Miller, Jimmy and Donnie, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Nehrkorn, Donna, Dennie and Douglas, Mr. and Mrs. George Nehrkorn, Cindy, Ronnie, and Martha, Mr. and Mrs. Gene Nehrkorn, Jeanie, Jeff and Johnny, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Nehrkorn and Lorri, Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Tanner, Carole Jean and Steve, Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Jenkel and Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Whitson and Lesia. ***************************************************************** USGENWEB NOTICE: In keeping with our policy of providing free information on the Internet, data may be used by non-commercial entities, as long as this message remains on all copied material. These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or for presentation by other persons or organizations. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material for purposes other than stated above must obtain the written consent of the file contributor. **************************************************************** Mike Jones