Roanoke Times
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DATE: SUNDAY, December 18, 1994 TAG: 9511220105
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Diane Marie Lambert and Thomas Neal Adams were married December 17, 1994, in Colonial Avenue Baptist Church with Rev. Branan Thompson, Jr. and Rev. T. Ivey Adams, father of the groom, officiating. The reception was held at the Fellowship Hall of Colonial Avenue Baptist Church. The maid of honor was Rachel Smith. Bridesmaid was Rebecca Michie. The best man was Phillip A. Adams, brother of the groom. Ushers were Wayne Michie, brother-in-law of bride, and Michael Pate, cousin of bride. The guestbook was attended by Marla Latham, friend of bride. The bride wore an ivory bridal gown of shantung material with schiffli embroidery; a basque waistline and short shirred wing sleeves are featured. A full bridal skirt falls into a chapel length train. The headpiece is made of pearled venice lace accented with satin miniature roses. A two tiered veil of illusion highlighted with dropped satin ribbon. She carried a bouquet of white silk roses accented with lace, pearls and ribbon. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. S. Brown and Florine E. Brown, of Roanoke, Va. She graduted from Northside High School and is employed by the Veterans Administration. The groom is the son of Rev. T. Ivey Adams of Rocky Mount, Va. He graduated from Woodland Christian School in Phenix City, Alabama. He is employed by Shivley and Carter Cabinet, Inc. The newlyweds will live in Salem after a wedding trip to Gatlinburg, Tenn.
\ Boehnlein-Christian
RADFORD - Tamara Lynn Christian and Todd John Boehnlein were united in marriage on Saturday, October 15, 1994, at the First Baptist Church of Radford. The candle-light ceremony was performed by the Reverend Joe Burton and the Reverend Michael Thompson.
The bride is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. William E. Christian of Radford. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Boehnlein of Neenah, Wisconsin.
Escorted to the altar by her father, the bride chose a chapel length ivory hand-woven silk gown designed with a bateau neckline and a sequin and pearl bodice. The dropped waist was accented with interwoven silk and pearls. The two-tier illusion veil was attached to four silk roses. The bride carried a unique cascading bouquet of callas, gardenias, white roses and complimentary foliage.
The maid of honor was Anne Glass, friend of the bride. Bridesmaids were Lori Smith, sister of the groom, Lisa Woodcock and Jill Troman, friends of the bride. The attendants carried personalized bouquets of calla, roses, lilies and assorted foliage. The groom's niece, Kaitlin Smith, was the flower girl.
Kurt Smith, brother-in-law of the groom, served as best man. Groomsmen were Colin Christian, brother of the bride, Kent Henkel and Pete Borsari, friends of the groom.
The wedding music was performed by organist Diane Ford and soloist Kay Ellerman, both of Radford. Jeff Corbin directed the wedding. A reception was held at the Norwood Room in Radford with music provided by Sunset Drive.
A rehearsal dinner was held at the home of the bride's parents. A bridesmaids luncheon was hosted by Mrs. Connie Giesen, Mrs. Nancy Agee, and the bride's aunts, Mrs. Deborah Jacobs of Texas, Mrs. Carolyn Finn of Ohio, and Mrs. Carolyn Finegar of Maryland. A brunch for the out-of-town guests was hosted by Mrs. Bonnie Dean, Mrs. Sue Barta, Mrs. Johanna Thompson, and Mrs. Joyce Muldoon. The couple was honored with a Black and White dinner hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Glass and a Mint Juleps on the Veranda party hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Stone, Drs. Kathy Jordan and William Zuti, Dr. and Mrs. William King, Dr. and Mrs. James Smith, and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Whitehead. The bride was honored with miscellaneous showers hosted by Mrs. Jimmie Jenkins, Mrs. Nancy King, Dr. Betty Henry, Mrs. Cathy Sink, Mrs. Shirley Armentrout, Mrs. Margo Garrett, Ms. Anne Glass and Ms. Jennifer Hoff.
The bride is a graduate of the University of Richmond and received by MBA from George Washington University. She is senior marketing manager for National Trade Productions in Alexandria. The groom is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin, Oahkosh, and is a fitness consultant for the Fitness Warehouse in McLean. The couple took a wedding trip to Curacau and will reside in Annandale.
\ Burr-Prillaman
Susan Carol Prillaman and Ralph Christopher Burr were married December 17, 1994 in Cave Spring United Methodist Church. The officiating clergymen were the Rev. Mr. William C. Logan, assisted by Dr. M. Douglas Newman. The reception was held at The Transportation Museum.
The matron of honor was Natalie Holland, sister. The bridesmaids were Kimberly Bergholz of Falls Church, Va., friend of the bride; Lisa Byerly of Davis, California, friend of the bride; Allison Harris of Sophia, N.C., friend of the bride. Flowergirl was Katy Fraser of Hampton, Va., friend of the bride and groom.
The best man was Will Leaman of Roanoke, friend of the groom. The ushers were Will Remaklus of Raleigh, N.C., friend of the groom; Jon West of Ironto, friend of the groom; and Bill Overstreet of Dublin, friend of the groom. Ringbearer was Samuel Prillaman of Hopatcong, N.J., cousin of the bride. The guestbook was attended by Nola Yergen of Roanoke. Catering was by Seasons and Occasions; photography by Barry Brooks, and flowers by Belle Aire.
The bride's gown as traditional style, satin brocade, semi-cathedral train, pearl braid outlining bodice and neckline, veil of illusion edged with satin ribbon, attached to a head band trimmed with roses and pearls. She carried a cascade of orchids, stephanotis, roses and Christmas greenery.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs.. H. Bruce Prillaman of Roanoke. She is a graduate of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and is employed by Reico/KBC of Roanoke, kitchen and bath designer.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph M. Burr of Roanoke. He is a graduate of Old Dominion University and is employed by General Electric Company as a product development engineer.
The newlyweds will live in Roanoke, after their wedding trip to Key West, Florida.
\ Clark-Meador
Penny Renee Meador and James Robert Clark, Jr. were married on December 16, 1994 in Morningside Baptist Church in Greenville, South Carolina. Reverend Steven Huffman officiated, assisted by Reverend George Law.
The matrons of honor were Tammy Webster and Cindy Steeves, sisters of the bride. The bridesmaids were Noell Fore, Karen Darst, Michelle Smith and Michelle Goyak. The flower girls were the bride's nieces, Brittany Webster and Megan Steeves. The best man was James R. Clark, Sr., father of the groom. The groomsmen were Jonathan Clark and Jared Clark, brothers of the groom, and Geoff Darst and Greg Buckland.
The bride wore a Victorian gown made of white lace, accented with pearls and translucent sequins.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. anbd Mrs. Arthur Meador of Moneta. She is a graduate of Roanoke Valley Christian Schools and Bob Jones University.|
The bridegroom, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Clark, Sr., of Lithonia, Georgia, is a graduate of Bob Jones University. He is employed by the accounting firm of Deloitte and Touche, L.L.P.
The couple will reside in Greenville, South Carolina after the wedding trip to Montego Bay, Jamaica.
\ Colquitt-Seaton
Jennifer Carol Seaton and Travis Barton Colquitt were married January 1, 1994 in Cross Lanes United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Gene Adki ns officiating. The reception was held at Chestnut Point Convention Center. The maid of honor was Andrea Seaton, sister of the bride. The bridesmaids were Stephanie Dickinson, Shay Fortner, Nicole King, Jama Loveday, Jennifer Reed, Andrea Sefcovic, and Melissa Stalnaker. Flowergirls were Jamie Seaton and Samantha King. The best man was Bobby Minnix, father of the groom. The groomsmen were Todd Colquitt, Michael Hershman, Robert Minnix, Jr., Phillip Powers, and David Stalnaker. Ringbearer was Jesse Loveday. The guestbook was attended by Valeri Stalnaker. The bride is the daughter of Sam and Carol Seaton of Cross Lanes, W.Va. She is a graduate of Marshall University. The groom is the son of Bobby and Lynda Minnix of Troutville. He attends Marshall University. The newlyweds are living in Huntington, W.Va., after their wedding trip to Jamaica.
\ Cook-Weddle
Roanoke Valley Cathedral of Praise was the setting for the marriage of Suzy Weddle and Jason Cook, Saturday, December 17, 1994, at 6 p.m. The Reverend Larry Lykens, father of the groom, officiated the ceremony assisted by Reverend Harry Miller. Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the Radisson Patrick Henry Hotel Grand Ballroom.
The bride was escorted to the altar by her father and given in marriage by her parents. The matrons of honor were Jenny Campbell, sister of the bride of Troutville, and Jennifer Phelps Gates, friend of the bride of San Antonio, Texas. The bridesmaids were Tracey Becker of Los Angeles, Calif., Sherri Agnew Harrison of Las Cruces. N.M., Laura Holdridge of Richmond, Va., Amanda Mitchell of McLean Va., Karen Osterhoudt of Richmond, Va., Allison Plunkett of Charlotte, N. C., all friends of the bride, and Kim Cook Taylor, sister of the groom of Callaway, Va. Honorary bridesmaid was Stephanie Caldwell Galbraith. Carrie Hatter, niece of the bride, s erved as flower girl.
Jon Cook, brother of the groom of Cleveland, Tenn., served as best man. The groomsmen were Rusty Burger of Roanoke, Craig Caylor of Cleveland, Tenn., Rob Garland of Charlottesville, Va., Brian Hale of Roanoke, Michael ``Scotty'' Scott of Radford, Va., all friends of the groom, Whitey Taylor of Callaway, Va., brother-in-law of the groom, and Scott Weddle of Dade City, Florida, brother of the bride. Adam Hatter, nephew of the bride, served as ring bearer.
Guest book attendant was Stephanie Galbraith. Programs were attended by Jason Hill. Honorary attendants were Lori McIntosh and Denise Miller. Soloists were Sonia Hancock and Keith Bryant, cousins of the bride. Elizabeth Dechent was harpist and Dana Bryant, cousin of the bride, was pianist.
Suzy is the daughter of Lt. Col. and Mrs. Denver T. Dale and Mr. and Mrs. Rudy S. Weddle, and granddaughter of Mrs. Nellie Altice and the late Mr. Frank Altice, and Mrs. Erma Weddle and the late Mr. Hobert Weddle. She is a graduate of Northside High School, Bridgewater College and the College of Health Sciences and is employed by CMS Therapies.
Jason is the son of Rev. and Mrs. Larry W. Lykens, and is the grandson of Mrs. Adelaide Swisher and the late Mr. Carlton Swisher, and Mrs. Ruth Lykens and the late Mr. Tom Lykens. He is a graduate of Northside High School, Virginia Western Community College and Radford University and is employed by Bedford County School Systems and Sam's Wholesale Club.
After a wedding trip to Walt Disney World, the newlyweds will live in Roanoke.
Suzy and Jason would like to thank everyone for everything they did to help make this time so special.
\ Fisher-Martin
Elizabeth Ann Martin of Richmond and Robert Cleveland Fisher II of Roanoke were married December 17, 1994 in St. Bede's Catholic Church in Williamsburg. The Rev. William H. Carr, pastor, officiated. He was assisted by the Rev. W. Pembroke Hall of Clifton Forge, uncle of the groom. The reception immediately followed the ceremony at the Fort Magruder Inn.
The matron of honor was April Swineford, friend of the bride. The bridesmaids were Jennifer Fisher, sister of the groom, Jennifer Anderson, Kelly Dunne, Debra Hamill, Veronica Rouse, Deborah Staren, and Tiffany Towers, all friends of the bride.
The best man was Robert C. Fisher, father of the groom, The groomsmen were Andrew Martin, brother of the bride, Gerald Bingeman, Sarat Chandarlapaty, Douglas Cunningham, Jonathon Guhl, Richard Maxey, and John Shannon McCullough, all friends of the groom.
The guestbook was attended by Rachel Pierce, cousin of the bride. The soloist was Carolyn Tinsley, accompanied by her husband, Richard Tinsley, cousins of the groom. The mistress of ceremonies was Michelle C. McCarthy, aunt of the bride.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles S. Martin Jr. of Richmond. She is a graduate of Meadowbrook High School, in Chesterfield, and of the College of William and Mary.
The groom, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Fisher of Roanoke, is a graduate of Cave Spring High School, and the College of William and Mary. He is currently a candidate for a Master's degree in Latin and Greek at the University of Georgia.
Following a honeymoon in Cancun, Mexico, the couple will live in Athens, Georgia.
\ Garner-Wills
Stephanie Lynn Wills and Charles Caldwell Garner were married December 17, 1994 in Central Church of the Brethren. The officiating clergymen were Rev. Ed Woodard and Rev. David Yingling. The reception was held at the church fellowship hall with music provided by Stephen Wills. The maid of honor was Gina Wine, friend of the bride. The matron of honor was Carol Elmore, friend of the bride. The bridesmaids were Cynthia Brinn and Beth Reynolds. Flowergirl was Allison Broyles. The best man was Curtis Garner, Sr., father of the groom. The ushers were Curtis Garner, Jr., Ray Brinn and Jonathan Fields. Ringbearer was Tyler Broyles. The guestbook was attended by Katherine and Crystal Brinn. The bride is a daughter of Mrs. Betty Wills and Mr. Douglas Wills of Roanoke, and the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Wills and Mrs. Beulah F. McGuire. She is a graduate of Bridgewater College with a masters from the University of Va. and is employed by Bedford Co. Schools. The bridegroom, son of Mr. and Mrs. Curtis D. Garner, Sr. of Montvale, is attending Va. Western after serving as an air traffic controller in the Navy. He is employed by Crouse-Hinds. The newlyweds will live in Roanoke after the wedding trip to the Caribbean.
\ Gartland-Mullen
Cynthia Diane Mullen and Michael John Gartland were united in marriage on November 12, 1994 in Grandin Court Baptist Church. Pastor Philip Motley was the officiating clergyman.
The bride was given in marriage by her father. Cheryl M. Carter served as her sister's matron of honor. The bridesmaids were Tina Burns, Terri Haranzo, Carla Hurley, Lisa Pedigo and Mariann Yeager, all friends of the bride. Constance Caldwell was the flowergirl.
Gregory Gartland served as his son's best man. The ushers were Kevin Beard, Ben Creasey, Ken Reynolds, Chad Sayers and Lynn Smith, all friends of the groom. Drew Caldwell was the ringbearer.
The guestbook was attended by Phyllis Sledd and Glenna Kennett. The wedding director was Marilyn Harriman, cousin of the bride.
The bride is the daughter of Neil L. Mullen of Roanoke, and the late Barbara A. Mullen. She is a graduate of Northside High School and Roanoke College, and is employed by Carilion. The groom is the son of Gregory and Stella Gartland of Roanoke. He is a graduate of Lord Botetourt High School. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps and is now employed by Tread.
The newlyweds will reside in Salem.
A special thanks to Nan-Nan and Cheryl - Love You.
by CNB