Roanoke Times Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc. DATE: SUNDAY, October 3, 1993 TAG: 9310010125 SECTION: EXTRA PAGE: 5 EDITION: METRO SOURCE: DATELINE: LENGTH: Short
The bride is the daughter of Gerald and Judith Austin, and the granddaughter of Betty Hodges and Melissa Austin. The groom is the son of Roy and LindaAlexander, and the grandson of Louise Petty. All are of Buchanan.
Kimberly Perry of Alexandria, served as the maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Cherie Austin, Sharon Austin, Tamara Key, and Tiffany Simmons. Flower girls were Chancee and Lacee Simmons.
Roy Alexander was best man for his son, and groomsmen were EricAlexander, Will Harris, III, Brian Powell, and James VanCleaf. Ringbearers were Lee and Tommy Harris.
Wedding music was provided by David and Jerry Austin, vocalists; ChrisColeman and Tania Conner, pianists. The guestbook attendant was BonnieNewcomb, and programs were distributed by David Newcomb and Jason Hannah. Susan Ayers was the wedding director, and photography was by Jim Markey.
Mark graduated from VirginiaWestern with an Associate's degree in Architectural Technology and isemployed by Hayes, Seay, Mattern &Mattern, Inc. Michelle graduated with a B.B.A. degree from Roanoke College, and is employed by the Bank of Buchanan.
Both Mark and Michelle wish to thank their wonderful family and friends for sharing their special day with them. They will live in Buchanan, after a wedding trip to Miami and the Bahamas.
by CNB