Roanoke Times
Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: SUNDAY, October 15, 1995 TAG: 9510160117
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Cindy Renee Crews and William Edward Phillips II were married October 14, 1995 , in the gardens of La Maison in Roanoke with Rev. Luther Ramsey officiating. The reception was held at La Maison. The matron of honor was Robyn Crews Shutze, sister of bride. The maid of honor was Amy Jean Better, best friend of bride. Bridesmaids were Krista Lyn Eads, friend of bride, and Lori Sue Harrison, cousin of bride. Flower girl was Kara Thaxton. Bo Phillips, brother of groom, served as best man. Ushers were Jay Henderson, best friend of groom, Patrick Lowe and Steven White, friends. The guestbook was attended by Melaine Estes. The bride wore an ivory off shoulder brocade gown and carried a bouquet of off white roses with ivy cascading down. She is the daughter of Robet E. Crews and Barbara H. Crews of Roanoke. She graduated from William Byrd High School and received a B.S. and M.S. in Special Education from Radford University. She is employed by Roanoke County Schools. The groom is the son of Sceva E. Gwyn and William E. Phillips of Roanoke and Germany respectively. He graduated from Patrick Henry High School and is employed by the Rod Shop in Salem. The newlyweds will live in Roanoke.
\ Prince-Roberts
Teresa Marie Roberts and James Talbert Prince, Jr., were married on October 14, 1995 in Colonial Avenue Baptist Church, with Reverend Cliff Barrows officiating. The reception was held at The Shenandoah Club.
Stephanie Roberts, sister of the bride, served as maid of honor. The matron of honor was Heather Barry, sister of the bride. The bridesmaids were Joely Mauck, sister-in-law of the bride; Dana Shillington, sister of the groom; and Suzanne Wolfe, friend of the bride.
Tom Atchison, friend of the groom, served as best man. The ushers were Jamie Mauck and Trey Mauck, brothers of the bride; and Dave Shillington, brother-in-law of the groom. The guestbook was attended by Melissa Fields, Caroline Bruns and Amy Gaultney.
The bride wore a beautiful white Georgette Shantung gown. It was adorned in cut-out lace over the entire figure flattering bodice. It featured a high scooped neckline, v-shaped back, accented basque waistline, and long sleeves beautifully covered in pearled cut-out lace leading to a point. The full flowing skirt was attractively covered in large motifs. The veil trailed into a cathedral length train. She carried a bouquet of white tear drop Lilies, Roses and Fresia.
The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Roberts of Roanoke, Va., and Ms. Amparo Roberts of Seattle, Washington. She is a graduate of Cave Spring High School in Roanoke, Va. and Mary Washington College in Fredericksburg, Va. The groom is a son of Mrs. Anne Prince Barrows of Atlanta, Ga., and the late James Talbert Prince, Sr. He is a graduate of Lakeridge High School in Portland, Oregon and Emory College in Atlanta, Ga., and is employed by Riverwood International.
The newlyweds will live in San Diego, California, after the wedding trip to Maui.
Quesenberry-Cromer
Julie Diane Cromer and Larry Wayne Quesenberry were married September 23, 1995, in Merrimac Pentecostal Holiness Church with Rev. Skip Mathis officiating. The reception was held at the church. The maid of honor was Lisa Cromer, sister of the bride. Bridesmaid was Loretta Akers, cousin of bride. Suzanne Coker was flower girl. Father of the groom, Kenneth L. Quesenberry, served as best man. Ushers were Tim Dowdy and Dave Upright, and David Metzler, nephew of the groom, was ring bearer. The guestbook was attended by Cindy Jarrells. The bride wore a traditional gown of white ivory and lace from Chantilly Lace. She carried a fuschia and white rose bouquet made by Debbie Longwood. The bride is the daughter of Henry and Edith Cromer of Blacksburg. She graduated from Bible Holiness Christian Academy of Christiansburg. She is employed by Food Time #93. The groom is the son of Wanda Flincham and Kenneth Quesenberry of Blacksburg. He graduated from Blacksburg High School, Blacksburg, and is employed by Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse. The newlyweds will live in Christiansburg after a wedding trip to Gatlinburg, Tenn.
\ Robinson-Bryant
Gretchen Adair Bryant and Wesley Alan Robinson were united in marriage October 14, 1995, at six o'clock in the evening. The ceremony took place at Saint Paul United Methodist Church, Wytheville, Virginia, with Reverend Dr. Charles C. Burnett, Jr., and the Reverend Dr. William S. Rodgers officiating.
Music was presented by Bryan K. Underwood, organist; Mrs. Raymond E. Godfriaux, pianist; and James R. Shulstad, trumpeter. Vocalists were Thomas A. Ely and Rachel Ellen Ely. A reading from The Prophet, ""On Marriage"", was given by James W. Robinson, father of the groom. Mrs. Gayle J. Bryant served as wedding director. Greeters and guestbook attendants were Vonda Kay Shupe and Sandra Veneziana Mills. Acolytes were Daniel and Alan Bryant, cousins of the bride.
Presented by her father, the bride was attended by maid of honor, Kimberly Ann Clark of Henderson, North Carolina. Bridesmaids were Kelly Ann Thompson of Charlotte, North Carolina, Melinda Widener Disher of Kannapolis, North Carolina, and Suzanne Martel of Roanoke, Virginia.
The groom's best man was Douglas Sydnor Daniel of Charlotte, North Carolina. Groomsmen were Robert Walker Lore, Jr., and Brett Edward Christmas, both of Charlotte, N orth Carolina, and Joseph Hardin Bryant, Jr., of Roanoke, Virginia, brother of the bride.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hardin Bryant of Wytheville, Virginia, and the granddaughter of Mrs. Willie Thomas Ward of Independence, Virginia. She is a graduate of George Wythe High School, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She is employed by Presbyterian Hospital in Matthews, North Carolina.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Walter Robinson of Charlotte, North Carolina. He is a graduate of Providence High School, Charlotte, North Carolina, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and Queens College, Charlotte, North Carolina. He is employed by Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Following the rehearsal on Friday evening, dinner was hosted by the groom's parents at the Wytheville Golf Club. ``A Fling Before The Ring'' followed for family, friends and out of town guests.
Following the wedding, a reception, hosted by the bride's parents and coordinated by Mrs. Thomas E. Ely, was held at the Wytheville Golf Club.
After a wedding trip to Jamaica, the couple will reside in Charlotte, North Carolina.
\ Saunders-Hackworth
Marcia Annette Hackworth and Claude Ray Saunders Jr. were married October 14, 1995 in Palestine Baptist Church, Huddleston, Virginia at 4 o'clock in the afternoon. The officiating clergyman was Rev. Christopher D. Fowler. The reception was held at the church fellowship hall. The matron of honor was Mrs. Melissa Brown, sister of bride. The bridesmaids were Miss Rhonda Goode, cousin of the bride, Miss Kelly Mitchell & Miss Jeanene Newman, friends of the bride. Flowergirl was Jennifer Rush, cousin of the bride. The best man was Mr. Claude Ray Saunders Sr., father of the groom. The ushers were Mr. Bob Saunders, uncle of the groom, Mr. Clay Conner and Mr. Timmy Yates, friends of the groom. Ringbearer was Bradly Tuck. The guestbook was attended by Mrs. Sherrie Heck, sister of the groom.
The bride is a daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Eugene Hackworth. She is a graduate of Staunton River High School and is employed by Precision Fabrics Group. The bridegroom, son of Mrs. Connie Huffman & Mr. Claude Ray Saunders Sr., is a graduate of Staunton River High School. He is employed by Precision Fabrics Group. The newlyweds will live in Goodview after the wedding trip to Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
Special thank you to our family and friends for your love and support. Thank you to Rev. Christopher Fowler for performing the ceremony and singing a solo ``The Keeper of the Stars'' and to Miss Holly Sweet for singing a solo ``Your Love Amazes Me''. Director, Mrs. Melinda Nichols; piano and organist, Mr. Pedro Tuck; programs, Mr. David Brown; Mrs. Alice Sydnor for making t he bridesmaid dresses, caterer Mrs. Arlene Meador, Ron's Tuxedo, Bride's House and Formals, Arlene's Florist, Warren Gilbert Studio, The Portrait Place, and the wedding party. Thank you for the bridal shower given by: Mrs. Teresa Chewning, Mrs. Pat Goode, Mrs. Tracy Goode, Mrs. Kathy Bays, Mrs. Shirley Morgan, Miss Rhonda Goode, Mrs. Melinda Nichols, & Mrs. Melissa Brown. Thank you Mom & Dad for everything, for all the memories of our wedding we will treasure forever.
\ Walker-DeBusk
Mary Earalyn DeBusk and Steven Patrick Walker were married October 7, 1995 in Pearisburg Presbyterian Church. Rev. Allen Harvey was the officiating clergyman. The reception was held in the church's fellowship hall.
Jennifer Lester, friend, was the maid of honor. The bridesmaids were Kim Parton and Tammy Williams, friends. Rachael DeBusk, niece, was the flowergirl. Lee Walker, brother, served as best man. The ushers were Stephen Medley and Rony Masri, friends. Jonathan DeBusk was the ringbearer. Kim Medley was the guestbook attendant.
The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard DeBusk of Ripplemead. She is a graduate of Virginia Tech with a MS in Clinical Nutrition, and is employed by Radford Community Hospital.
The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. David Walker of Staffordsville. He is a graduate of Virginia Tech with a BS in Political Science, and is employed by Virginia Tech.
The newlyweds will reside in Christiansburg, after the wedding trip to Cancun, Mexico.
\ Walters-Brown
Dawn L. Brown and Michael W. Walters were married October 14, 1995, at Hunting Hills Country Club. The reception was held at Hunting Hills Country Club. The maid of honor was Melinda Vohringer, cousin. Matron of honor was Charlene Wheeler, cousin. James Walters, father of groom, was best man. Ushers were Calvin Walters, brother of groom, Garrett Miller and Terrence Quigley, friends. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert B rown of Roanoke and the late Nancy Seely Brown. She graduated from Stuarts Draft High School and is employed by Food Lion in Blacksburg. The groom is the son of Mr. James Walters of Roanoke and the late Ellen Sue Walters. He graduated from Salem High School and is employed by Food Lion in Radford. The newlyweds will live in Radford after a wedding trip to Walt Disney World
\ Whitt-Carter
Amanda Denise Carter and Scott Garner Whitt were united in marriage September 3, 1995, on the yacht, The Anita Dee II, on Lake Michigan in Chicago, with the Reverend Donna Nelson officiating. A reception followed on the boat. The maid of honor was Chrissy Kelsey, friend of the bride. Bridesmaids were Stacy Carter, sister of the bride, Lisa Whitt, sister of the groom, Samantha Sadler, Sarah Stocker, Diane Colletti, and Sherry Rinehart, friends of the bride. The best men were Darren and Kerry Whitt, brothers of the groom. Groomsmen were Pat Sarsfield, Caldwell Barefoot, Bill Bunn, Rob Shields, Roz Mallory, friends of the groom, and Thomas Carter, brother of the bride.
Amanda is the daughter of Eddie and Jean Schneiderhan of Glenview, Il. She attended International Academy in Chicago and Pensacola Junior College in Pensacola, Fl., and is employed by ATCOM as a marketing coordinator.
Scott is the son of Darrell and Carolyn Whitt of Roanoke. He holds degrees from Wake Forest University and the University of Florida, and is employed by Coastal Physician Group as a senior analyst.
After a wedding trip to Aruba, the couple are residing in Raleigh, N.C.
\ Whitt-Rinehart
Sherry Cecilia Rinehart and Darren Todd Whitt were married on September 21, 1995, in a private sunset ceremony on Xanadu Beach in the Bahamas. Parents of the bride and groom were in attendance.
Sherry is the daughter of Stephen and Cynthia Rinehart of Lynn Haven, Florida. She holds degrees from James Madison University and Virginia Commonwealth University and is employed as a research scientist for the Department of Agriculture.
Darren is the son of Darrell and Carolyn Whitt of Roanoke. He is a graduate of James Madison Uni versity and the Medical College of Virginia. He is Director of Strategic Planning for Housecall Management Services.
After honeymooning in the Bahamas, the couple are residing in Alexandria, Virginia.
\ Wygal-Hopkins
First Christian Church of Roanoke, was the setting of the October 14, 1995 candlelight ceremony of Miss Cindy Dawn Hopkins and Mr. Ronald James Wygal.
The bride was escorted down the aisle by her father, Mr. Edward L. Hopkins of Boones Mill.
The maid of honor was Miss Emily Hopkins of Boones Mill, sister of the bride. The matron of honor was Mrs. Amy Lowe of Harrisonburg, cousin of the bride. The bridesmaids were Miss Lisa Regnier of Roanoke, cousin of the bride; Miss Jamie Gilbert of Roanoke, friend of the bride; Mrs. Kathy Kemp and Mrs. Kim Kirtner, both of Salem, sisters of the groom; and Mrs. Paige Wygal of Salem, sister-in-law of the groom. The flowergirls were Miss Lauren Kemp of Salem, niece of groom; and Miss Katelyn Huntley of Salem, friend of bride and groom.
The best man was Mr. Arlen M. Wygal, Sr., of Salem, father of the groom. The groomsmen were Mr. A. Michael Wygal, Jr. of Salem, brother of the groom; Mr. William Kirtner and Mr. Terry Kemp, both of Salem, brothers-in-law of groom; Mr. Charles Stewart of Roanoke, Mr. Mark Switzer of Only, Va., and Mr. Albert Jennings of Montgomery County, all friends of groom. The Bible Carrier was Master Daniel Wygal of Salem, nephew of the groom. Ringbearer was Master Alex Roberts of Roanoke, friend of the bride.
Reverend James E. Rivers was the presiding minister. Mrs. Dee Rivers was the Wedding Director.
The bridesmaids dresses were made by Mrs. Susan Yopp of Floyd, Virginia, special friend of the bride.
Soloists were Mrs. Dee Rivers, Mr. Jeff Hummel, Mrs. Barbara Roberts, friends of the bride; and Mr. Sam Huntley, friend of the bride and groom.
The guestbook was attended by Miss Alicia Benson of Salem, niece of the groom.
Photography was by Mr. Greg King of Greg King Photography.
All flowers for the wedding were arranged by Mrs. Vickie Hopkins, mother of the bride.
The reception was held in the second floor fellowship hall. The cake was by Mrs. Susan McKimmy of Vinton. The servers were Mrs. Nancy Regnier of Roanoke, aunt of the bride; Mrs. Becky Pollard of Vinton and Mrs. Kathy Stover of Botetourt, friends of the bride.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. Edward L. and Mrs. Vickie Hopkins of Boones Mill. She is a graduate of Cave Spring High School and Virginia Western Community College and is currently attending The College of Health Sciences. The groom is the son of Mr. Arlen M. Wygal, Sr. and Mrs. Shirley Wygal of Salem. He is a graduate of Salem High School and Virginia Western Community College. He is employed by the Roanoke County Police Department. After a wedding trip to Williamsburg, the couple will reside in Roanoke.
by CNB