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Brecht - 50th Wedding Anniversary

Sunday, June 2, 2024

Brecht - 50th Wedding Anniversary

Brecht - 50th Wedding Anniversary

Steve and Cheryl (Hepker) Brecht were wed on June 8, 1974 at St. Johnâ€™s Catholic Church in Coggon. They have three children: Stephanie (Bruce) Cole, Dan (Lisa Neustel) Brecht, and Sarah (Nick) Holub. They also have 6 grandchildren. Steve and Cheryl celebrated with an Alaskan cruise in 2022.

The family invites you to an open house on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at the Central City Legion Hall from 2:00 - 5:00 pm. No gifts please. Your presence is our present.

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