Shannon Denyce Bennett, Chanute, and Brian Ray Silcox, Iola, announce their engagement and approaching marriage on May 15 at the First Baptist Church in Chanute.
The bride-elect is the daughter of Annette and Melvin Schoemaker, Chanute, and the granddaughter of William and Ethel Lee. She is employed by Chanute Healthcare.
The groom-to-be is the son of Brent and Dolores Silcox, Iola. He is employed by Gates Corporation.