ROANOKE TIMES
Copyright (c) 1996, Roanoke Times
DATE: Sunday, April 14, 1996 TAG: 9604160055
SECTION: EXTRA PAGE: 8 EDITION: METRO
Petit-Meadows
Tamara Lynn Meadows and Charles Gary Petit were married December 22, 1995 in christ Community Church, Nashville, Tn. Pastor Scott Roley officiated the ceremony.
The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward L. Meadows, Jr. of Roanoke, Va. She is a graduate of Lord Botetourt High School, Daleville, Va., and Belmont University, nashville, Tn.
The bridegroom, son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel P. Petit of Batavia, Il., is a graduate of Mysucuans Institute, Hollywood, Ca.
The newlyweds will live in Nashville.
Beach-Elswick
Wendy Elswick and Jason Corey Beach were united in marriage April 13, 1996 at First Baptist Church. The Reverend Doctor Charles G. Fuller officiated at the 12 Noon wedding. The reception was held in the Church Atrium.
The bride was escorted by her father, Eddie Elswick of Roanoke, and is the daughter of Mrs. James Houston Whisman of Roanoke. She is a graduate of Cave Spring High School and Emory and Henry College. She is presently employed by Adia.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Corbin Luther Beach of Roanoke. He is a graduate of William Fleming High School and Roanoke College. He is employed by The Roanoke Times.
Ms. Jill Elswick of Raleigh, N.C., was her sister's maid of honor. The bridesmaids were Ruth Musser of Abingdon, Marie Hoskins of Bessemer City, N.C., and Jessie Beach of Vinton. The groom chose his father as best man. The groomsmen were Damon Beach of Salem, Nestor Beach of Vinton, and Preston Cochran, of Roanoke.
Nina Widmeyer of Roanoke, presented a scripture reading during the ceremony.
Emily Rose Long of Ewing, and Sandra Elaine Hoskins of Bessemer City, N.C., attended the guest book. Jennifer Sheffer of Roanoke, and Lyndsay Long of Burke, served as program attendants.
The couple will reside in Roanoke after a honeymoon in Florida.
Bradford-Pritt
Laura Anne Pritt and Michael Brian Bradford were married April 13, 1996 in St. Pauls Episcopal Church, with Dr. Robert Copenhaver officiating. The reception was held in the Parish Hall following the ceremony.
The maid of honor was Melissa St.Clair, friend of the bride. The wedding and bridal portraits were by Barry Brooks Photography.
The best man was John Merrithew, father of the groom. The ushers were Chuck Spottswood, friend of the groom; and Jason Pritt, brother of the bride. Crucifer was Peter Merrithew, brother of the groom. The guestbook was attended by Robin Holman.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John H. Pritt of Vinton. She graduated from Lord Botetourt High School and attended Virginia Western Community College. She is employed by Southern Photo Print of Virginia.
The groom is the son of Virginia and John Merrithew of Ashburn, Va. He graduated from Cave Spring High School and is employed by Virginia Sprinkler Company.
The newlyweds will live in Roanoke.
Danco-Vaughan
Stephanie Carol Vaughan and David Alan Danco were married April 13, 1996, in Raleigh Court Presbyterian Church of Roanoke. Dr. F. Tupper Garden and Rev. Gene B. Edmunds officiated the ceremony. The reception was held at Hidden Valley Country Club.
Ms. Susan Vaughan and Ms. Ellen Vaughan, sisters of the bride, were the maids of honor. The bridesmaids were Mrs. Angela Vaughan, sister-in-law of the bride, Mrs. Martha Holdsworth, cousin of the bride, and Mrs. Carol Marchionda, friend.
Mr. William Danco, father of the groom, served as best man. The ushers were Mr. Douglas Danco, brother of the groom, Mr. Robert Vaughan, brother of the bride, Mr. John Marchionda and Mr. William Duff, friends.
The guestbook attendants were Mrs. Jean Gribble and Mrs. Lisa Hooker. Music was provided by Ms. Linda Mayes, organist and Mr. Dennis Fisher, trumpet.
The bride is a daughter of Dr. and Mrs. George Vaughan of Salem. She is a graduate of Salem High School and Roanoke College. She is employed by Tr igon Blue Cross Blue Shield.
The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Danco of Roanoke. He is a graduate of Cave Spring High School and Old Dominion University. He is employed by Atlantic Mutual Companies.
The newlyweds will make their home in Roanoke after a wedding trip to Key West. Fla.
Jones-Andrews
Lori Ann Andrews and Paul Wenger Jones IV were married December 30, 1995 at Thalia United Methodist Church in Virginia Beach. Reverend William Kyle was the officiating clergyman. The reception was held at Dam Neck Officers' Club.
The maid of honor was Holly Andrews, sister of the bride. The matron of honor was Janet Needham, step-sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Jill Martin, Melanie Goos, Mary Voorhees, Anita Comeyne, Amy Malloy, Wendy Foote, Lisa Lowman, and Shannon Parker, friends of the bride. Paul W. Jones III, father of the groom, and Brett Jones, brother of the groom, served as best men. Groomsmen were Stace Lowman, Chris Friedman, Matt Wentzel, Charlie Smith, Mike Malloy, Charlie Parker, Gary Roach, and Bryan Brooks, friends of the groom. Matthew Andrews, brother of the bride, was a junior groomsman. Scripture was read by Laura Jones, sister of the groom. The guestbook was att ended by Donna Hollis, step-sister of the bride.|
The bride is the daughter of Major Jeffrey Andrews and Parran and Jeri Hollis of Virginia Beach. She is a graduate of Longwood College, where she is currently pursuing a Master of Science degree in special education.|
The groom is the son of Paul and Linda Jones of Roanoke. He is a graduate of Longwood College and is employed by Wen-Don Corporation.|
Following a wedding trip to Grand Cayman, the couple resides in Richmond, Virginia.|
Meacham-Hammer
Jill Suzanne Hammer and Christopher Benjamin Meacham were married Saturday, April 13, 1996, in Bonsack Baptist Church with Dr. Robert G. Moore III, Pastor, officiating. The reception was held at Patrick Henry Hotel. The maid of honor was Miss Kim Hammer, sister of bride. Bridesmaids were Miss Kelley Hatfield, friend of bride, Miss Becky Meacham, sister of groom, Miss Danica Walker and Mrs. Jessica Kyle, friends of bride. Mr. Mark Meacham, brother of the groom, served as best man. Groomsmen were Mr. Jason Barnett, Mr. James McKane, Mr. James Reynolds and Mr. Mark Abbott, friends of the groom. Mr. Jesse Terry was usher and Miss Chas Williams attended the guestbook. The bride is the daughter of Mr. Joseph P. Hammer of Shawsville and Mrs. Patricia Cole of Roanoke. She graduated from Salem High School, Salem, and from Radford University, Radford. The bride is employed by Roanoke County Schools as a 6th grade teacher. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Meacham of Troutville. He graduated from Lord Botetourt High School and Virginia Military In stitute in Lexington. The groom is employed by Thor, Inc. The newlyweds will live in Roanoke, Va., after a wedding trip to Cozumel and Key West. Photography by Jim Markey.
Neighbors-Allara
Miss Barbara Dawn Allara and Mr. Christopher Lee Neighbors were united in marriage on March 23, 1996. The ceremony took place at Cave Spring Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Glen Pearce officiating.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bobby D. Allara of Iaeger, W.Va. She is a graduate of Iaeger High School and West Virginia University. She is employed as a dental hy gienist by Drs. Wolfe and Penn in Christiansburg, Va.
The groom is the son of Mrs. Joan Neighbors of Roanoke, Va., and the late Mr. Glenn Neighbors, Sr. He is a graduate of Cave Spring High School and Forsyth Tech in Winston-Salem, N.C. He is employed as an architectural designer by Strauss Construction in Roanoke, Va.
Mrs. Jamie Winterbotham of Roanoke, Va., served as matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Miss Linda Kuntupis of Weirton, WW. Va., and Mrs. Kelly Floyd of Tampa, Fla.
The groom's brother, Mr. Glenn Neighbors, Jr., of Roanoke, Va., served as best man. Groomsmen were Mr. Ron Embry of High Point, N.C., and Mr. David Bell of Troutville, Va.
Barbara wore a full length traditional style gown made of ivory shantung. Large lace and pearl motifs adorned the full skirt and the ``V'' back. The full cathedral train was adorned with lace and pearls. She wore a matching fingertip veil covered in shantung and alencon lace, accentuated with flowers having pearl cluster centers, crystals and sequins. She carried a cascading bouquet of orchids, sweetheart roses, stephanotis, surrounding a miniature Bible carried by her mother in her wedding. The matron of honor and bridesmaids wore matching floor length dresses with matching jackets in seafoam green. They carried bouquets of pink sweetheart roses, tulips, carnations, and an array of greenery.
The reception was held at Hidden Valley Country Club in Salem, Va. After the honeymoon to Paradise Island, The Bahamas, the couple will reside in Roanoke.
Petit-Meadows
Tamara Lynn Meadows and Charles Gary Petit were married December 22, 1995 in Christ Community Church, Nashville, Tn. Pastor Scott Roley officiated the ceremony.
The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward L. Meadows, Jr. of Roanoke, Va. She is a graduate of Lord Botetourt High School, Daleville, Va., and Belmont University, Nashville, Tn.
The bridegroom, son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel P. Petit of Batavia, Il., is a graduate of Musicians Institute, Hollywood, Ca.
The newlyweds will live in Nashville.
Sloss-Nagy
Stacy Renee Nagy and David Andrew Sloss were married April 13, 1996 at Belmont Christian Church. The officiating clergyman was the Rev. W. Michael Barnes. The reception was held in the church social hall.
The matron of honor was Mrs. Julie Whorley, sister of the bride. The bridesmaids were Bonny McCoy, sister of the bride; and Crystal Fore, friend of the bride. Flowergirl was Eden Whorley, niece of the bride.
The best man was Todd Hollins, friend of the groom. The ushers were Michael Whorley, brother-in-law of the groom; David Fore and Ricky Palmer, friends of the groom.
Director of the wedding was Mrs. Susan Kilgore, aunt of the bride. The guest book was attended by Rebecca Kilgore, cousin of the bride; and Angie Hickok, friend of the bride. Servers were Mrs. Margaret Sprouse and Mrs. Carolyn Elliott, aunts of the bride; and Mrs. Fran Helms, friend of the bride. Soloist was Mrs. Kim Hardy.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel E. McCoy, and Mr. Joseph N. Nagy. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Trussler, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Nagy, and Mrs. Carroll McCoy. The bride is a graduate of Northside High School and Arnold R. Burton Technology Center. She is employed by Hanover Direct.
The bridegroom is the son of Ms. Debra Conner and Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Sloss. Grandparents of the groom are Mr. and Mrs. Harold Tuck. He is a graduate of Northside High School and Arnold R. Burton Technology Center and is employed by Salem Coach and Equipment.
The newlyweds will live in Roanoke, after the wedding trip to Nags Head, N. Carolina.
Stanley-Dangerfield
Julie Lynn Dangerfield and Jeffrey Scott Stanley were married Saturday, April 6, 1996 at the Christiansburg Presbyterian Church, Christiansburg, Va. Dr. O. Leighton Culler was the officiating clergyman. A dinner reception was held at the Holiday Inn Ballroom, Blacksburg, Va. Special friends, the Jack Duke Family, hosted the reception.
Miss Laura Dangerfield, sister of the bride, served as maid of honor. Mrs. Becky Dangerfield, sister-in-law of the bride, served as matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Mrs. Rachel Wieczorek, Florissant, Missouri, sister of the groom; Miss Kimberly Smith, Mrs. Stephanie Moran, Mrs. Patty Rowland, all of Christiansburg; Miss Kim Rowe, Winston-Salem, N.C.; and Miss Cyndi Schneck, Charlotte, N.C., all friends of the bride. Miss Caroline Guinn, Blacksburg, Va., also friend of the bride, served as junior bridesmaid.
Mr. Scott Stanley, father of the groom, served as best man. Groomsmen were Mr. Michael Dangerfield, Mechanicsville, Va., brother of the bride; Mr. Jake Hewitt, Blacksburg, Va., Mr. Howie Phillips, Pulaski, Va., Mr. Terrance Harrelson, Radford, Va., and Mr. Stephen Holloway, Christiansburg, Va.
The Acolyte was Mr. Chris Spencer. Miss Suzanne Morgan and Miss Mellissa Stone, friends of the bride, served as guestbook attendants. Miss Shelda Wills directed the wedding. Music was provided by harpists, Mrs. Christi Purdy and Mrs. Holli Anglin, cousins of the groom; flutist, Miss Laura Dangerfield, sister of the bride; bassoonist, Mrs. Barbara Duke; organist, Mrs. Katherine Obenshain; and violinists, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Schneck.
The bride, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Taylor, Christiansburg, and Mr. Richard Dangerfield, Liberty, S.C., is a graduate of Christiansburg High school and earned a Bachelor's degree from Radford University. She is employed by Montgomery County Schools. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joel Moody, Poplar Grove, Ill., and Mrs. Joyce Dangerfield, Sharon, Wis., and the late Frank A. Dangerfield.
The bridegroom, son of Mr. and Mrs. Scott Stanley, and Mr. and Mrs. Zack Mason, is also a graduate of Christiansburg High School and attended Virginia Tech. He is employed by the Virginia Department of Transportation. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Orville O'Quinn.
The couple will reside in Christiansburg, after a honeymoon to Cozu mel, Mexico.
Sullivan-Hall
Together w ith close family and friends, Kari Darrshan Hall and Eugene (Chip) L. Sullivan, III were united in marriage at sunset on Monday, April 8, 1996, at The Greenbrier. The intimate ceremony was officiated by the Rev. G. Mark Washington, pastor of Hollins Road Baptist Church, Roanoke, Virginia. A dinner reception was held in the Main Dining Room of The Greenbrier with dancing in the Old White Club.
The bride's attendants were Alicia G. Corbitt, matron of honor and close friend of the bride, Jennifer A. Lowe, maid of honor and long time friend of the bride, and Allison K. Thornton, honor attendant and cousin of the bride, all of Roanoke. Assisting and special friends of the bride were the Misses Nikki and Katie Smith of Lewisburg, West Virginia. Long time friend of the groom, Hummel Killgore of Covington, Louisiana, served as best man. Also attending the groom was Eugene L. Sullivan, Junior, father of the groom.
The bride was given in marriage by her father. She wore a sleeveless princess style gown of delustered satin designed by Jessica McClintock for Patina. The gown featured a rounded square neckline and was adorned with two rosettes at the waist in the back with a sweep train. The head piece was of two matching rosettes with fingertip length veiling, the ensemble was completed with three-quartered length white satin gloves.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thompson H. Hall, III, and the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh E. Anderson, all of Roanoke County. She is a graduate of Northside High School and Roanoke College. She is employed as a second grade teacher at Oak Grove Elementary School in Roanoke County. Mr. Sullivan is the son of Mr. Eugene L. Sullivan, Junior, and Ms. Patricia Sullivan of Covington, Louisiana. He is a graduate of Saint Paul High School in Covington, Louisiana and the University of Mississippi. He is employed as a PGA touring professional and Director of Instruction at Hanging Rock Golf Course in Salem.
After a brief honeymoon at The Greenbrier, the couple will happily reside in their new home in Roanoke.
The bride would like to give a fond thank you to her little friends at Oak Grove Elementary School; Daisy and Sawyer for all of their hugs and love. Also, a very special thank you to Karl Phillips for the brilliant photography.
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