ROANOKE TIMES
Copyright (c) 1996, Roanoke Times
DATE: Sunday, May 19, 1996 TAG: 9605210043
SECTION: EXTRA PAGE: 6 EDITION: METRO
Bays-Petty
Barbara McKee Bays and Robert Duane Bays were married April 13, 1996, in Woodlawn United Methodist Church. The newlyweds will live in Virginia Beach.
(Barbara McKee Petty)
Beckett-Hand
Virginia Lynne Hand and Chad James Beckett were married May 18, 1996 in Cave Spring United Methodist Church with Bill Logan officiating. The reception was held at Hidden Valley Country Club. Matron of honor was Cathi Self of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Kristen Beckett of High Point, North Carolina, Leslie Wheeler of Radford, Nicole Baker of Manassas, and Gina Absher of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Best man was Lloyd Beckett, father of the groom. Ushers were Dean Burgess of Lynchburg, Joe Herndon of Fredericksburg, Brian Boush of Roanoke and Brian Breedlove of Roanoke. The guestbook was attended by Brooke Webb, cousin of the groom.
The bride is a daughter of Bob and Norma Hand of Bristol, Virginia. She is a graduate of Radford University and is employed as an Accounting Manager of The Bissell Companies, Inc. The bridegroom, son of Lloyd and Karen Beckett of Roanoke, is a graduate of Radford University. He is employed as a Sales Representative of Select Specialty Products, Inc. The newlyweds will live in Greensboro, North Carolina after the wedding cruise to Cosumel.
Beckner-Lucas
Darla Lynn Lucas and Carl William Beckner were married May 18, 1996 in Belmont Baptist Church. Officiating the ceremony was The Rev. Wayne Harrison, Pastor. The reception was held in the church fellowship hall.
The matrons of honor were Mrs. Sheila Beckner, aunt, and Mrs. Brenda Simmons, aunt. The bridesmaids were Priscilla Gillespie, Kimberly Gillespie, both daughters of the bride, Ms. Helen Tusing, sister of the bride, Miss Hollie Beckner, cousin, and Miss Diane Oyler, sister of the groom. Flowergirls were Miss Stephany Beckner, daughter of the groom, and Miss Samantha Simmons, friend.
The best man was Mr. Thomas Edward Beckner, brother of the groom. Ushers were Timot hy Meadows, Todd Morris, Fred Simmons, Dave Linkenhoker, all friends, Donald Taylor, and David Lucas, both nephews. Ringbearer was Mr. Matthew Hogan, son. Candlelighters were Timothy and Fred Simmons. Guestbook attendant was Miss Felisha Mullins.
The bride's gown was victorian sheath accented with pearls and sequins. She carried a cascade bouquet of ivy with ivory roses.
The bride is a daughter of Maggie Sage of Roanoke, and the late Earl B. Lucas. She is a graduate of Liberty High School, Bedford and the College of Health Sciences, U.Va., Roanoke. She is currently a student at Virginia Western Community College and is employed by Lewis-Gale Clinic.
The bridegroom, son of Lillian Oyler of Roanoke, and the late Oliver H. Beckner, is a graduate of Patrick Henry High School, Roanoke, and is employed by Consolidated Roofing, Inc.
The newlyweds will live in Roanoke after the wedding trip to Virginia Beach.
Blake-Nolen
Victoria Ellen Nolen and Mark Charles Blake were married May 18, 1996 in Colonial Avenue Baptist Church, with the Rev. Branan Thompson officiating. The reception was held at La Maison.
The maid of honor was Trina Body Ramzinsky, aunt of the bride. Matron of honor was Cynthia Nolen Radford, sister of the bride. The bridesmaids were Christine Hoge Douthat, friend; Madeleine Blake Ritchie, sister of the groom; Dee Anna Lynn Wells, Lisa Lynn Martin, and Traci Joy Granger, all friends. Flowergirls were Brittany Amber Nolen and Kayla Nicole Radford, nieces of the bride.
The best man was Fred Charles Hickman, Jr., friend. Ushers were M ichael Gorman Richardson, friend; Thomas Leon Blake and John Robert Blake, brothers of the groom; Reese Irwin Bowen, friend; Justin Bret Ritchie, nephew of the groom, and Leonard Jefferson Nolen, III, brother of the bride. The guestbook was attended by Tammy Silcott Nolen.
The bride was escorted by her grandfather, Leonard Jefferson Nolen, I, and her father, Leonard Jefferson Nolen, II. She wore an Italian silk gown and carried a bouquet of calli lilies.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. Leonard Jefferson Nolen, II and Mrs. Nancy Body Nolen of Roanoke. She is a graduate of North Carolina School of the Arts, Winston-Salem, N.C., and attended the Conservatory of Vienna, Austria in Vienna, Austria. She is employed by Chubb and Son, Inc.
The groom is the son of Mrs. Edwin Robert Blake of Glen Rock, N.J., and the late Mr. Blake. He is a graduate of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, N.J., and is employed by Braishfield Associates.
The newlyweds will live in Somerset, New Jersey, after they honeymoon to Grand Cayman Island.
Bohon-Hoal
Tammy Marie Hoal and Gregory Wayne Bohon were married May 18, 1996, at Mineral Springs Baptist Church, with Pastor Doug Witt officiating. The reception was held in the Fellowship Hall at the church.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Barry L. Hoal of Vinton. She is a graduate of William Byrd High School in Vinton and is employed by Winn-Dixie. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Roy D. Bohon of Roanoke. He is a graduate of William Byrd High School in Vinton and is employed by Valley Distributing.
Angela Hoal, sister-in-law of the bride, was maid of honor. The bridesmaids were Letitia Bohon, sister of the groom, Amy Aker, Leigh Ann Newman and Tammy Young, all friends of the bride.
Roy Bohon, father of the groom, was the best man. The groomsmen were Roger Hoal, brother of the bride, Paul Fitzgerald, Jason Horn and Lee McCoy, all friends of the groom.
The ringbearer was Troy Hoal, nephew of the bride, and the flowergirl was Jessica Hodges, cousin of the groom.
After a honeymoon trip to Orlando, Florida, the couple will live in Vinton, Virginia.
Bucko-Carroll
Shannon Michelle Carroll and Scott Snedeker Bucko were married Sunday, May 12, 1996 in Grace Church of Roanoke by Rick Sizemore. The reception was held at the church fellowship hall. Maid of honor was Allyson Carroll, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Anne Hastings, Leigha Semones and Amy Thomas, friends of the bride. Jr. bridesmaid was Jessica Deibel, the grooms sister. Flowergirls were Ashley Otey and Amanda Otey, cousins of the bride. Best man was Clark Bucko, the groom's brother. Ushers were Ralph Cochran, Scott Hungate, John Spraker and Hooper Thomas, friends of the groom. Ringbearers were William Richards and Stephen Richards, friends. The guestbook was attended by Katie Linn. The bride wore a Victorian gown of Dupioni silk and carried a bouquet of hand tied peach roses.|
The bride is a daughter of Michael R. Carroll and Mr. and Mrs. George Hicks of Roanoke. She is a graduate of Cave Spring High School in Roanoke and Va. Tech in Blacksburg. The bridegroom, son of Dr. and Mrs. Richard Bucko and Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Deibel of New Jersey, is a graduate of Va. Tech in Blacksburg. The newlyweds will live in Big Stone Gap, Va. doing an internship in ministry through Eagles Nest Ministries, working with people in the Appalachian region after the wedding trip to The Smokey Mountains and the Caribbean.
Eldreth-Dalton
Kimberly Frazier Dalton and Jerold Coy Eldreth were married May 18, 1996 in Bonsack Baptist Church, with Dr. Robert G. Moore, III, officiating. The reception was held at the church.
Maid of honor was Miss Karen Elrod of Madison, N.C., college friend of the bride. Bridesmaids were Mrs. Annette Bixby of Ozark, Ala., friend of the bride; Miss Renee Doty of Roanoke, Miss Bryn Hudgins of Vinton, friends of the bride; and Miss Tracey Carwile of Madisonville, Va., cousin of the bride. The flowergirl was Miss Jessica Poe of West Jefferson, N.C., niece of the groom.
The best man was Mr. Jim Eastridge of Crumpler, N.C., friend of the groom. Ushers were Mr. David Dalton and Mr. Trent Dalton, both of Roanoke, brothers of the bride; Mr. Mitch Norwood of Clarksville, Va., and Mr. Rick Morrison of Harrisburg, N.C., both friends of the groom. The guestbook was attended by Susan Crawford and Grace Camblos, cousins of the bride.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry N. Dalton of Roanoke. She is a graduate of William Byrd HIgh School and Meredith College in Raleigh, N.C.
The groom is the son of Mrs. Muriel Eldreth of West Jefferson, N.C., and the late Mr. Clarence W. Eldreth. He is a graduate of Northwest Ashe High School and the University of North Carolina, Charlotte, N.C. He is employed by Handleman Company.
The newlyweds will live in Clarksville, Va., after their wedding trip to Disney World, Florida.
Friedel-Helmick
Opal Denise Helmick and David ``Ted'' Friedel were married May 11, 1996, in Airlee Court Baptist Church with Pastor John Hamric officiating. The reception was held at Quality Inn, Salem, Va. Maid of honor was Stephanie Melton, friend of the bride. Bridesmaids were Amy Parker, Endia Saleh, and Chrystal Millirones, friends of the bride. Virginia Greer, friend of bride, was flower girl. The groom's stepfather, Bill Long, served as best man. Ushers were Terry Whorley, Ricky Palmer, Chris Millirones, friends of groom, and Tommy Helmick, brother of bride. Joseph Mongan, cousin of bride, was ring bearer. Junior bridesmaids were Emma and Aubrey Mongan and junior usher was Uyri Mongan. The bride is the daughter of Tommy and Linda Helmick, Roanoke, Va. She graduated from William Fleming High school, Roanoke, Va., and is employed by Hanover Direct. The groom is the son of Bill and Bobbie Long, Seaford, Delaware. He graduated from Seaford Senior High School, Seaford, Delaware. He is employed by Moore's Lumber. The newlyweds will live in Roanoke after a wedding trip to Tennessee.
Gilmore-Bryant
Lora Michelle Bryant and Carl David Gilmore, Jr., were married on Saturday, April 20, 1996, at Colonial Avenue Baptist Church. The Reverend Branan Thompson, Jr., officiated the double-ring ceremony. A reception followed at the Holiday Inn-Tanglewood.
The bride is the daughter of Norris and Marcella Bryant of Salem. She is the granddaughter of Rosa Beckner of Roanoke.
The groom is the son of David and Doris Gilmore of Bluefield, W. Va.
Lora was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.
Kim Dandro of Christian sburg served as matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Missy Pyle of Covington, Stephanie Reid of Roanoke, Kara Shepherd of Christiansburg and Melissa Sledd of Roanoke. Lonnie Phillips served as attendant of honor. Hope McFarland and Ashleigh McFarland served as flower girls.
Gary Gilmore of Roanoke was best man. Groomsmen were Ron Gearheart of Roanoke, Mike Kirell of Roanoke and Anthony Nunley of Bluefield, W. Va.
Rose McFarland read a scripture during the ceremony. The wedding music was performed by Joyce Tenmant and Shannon Frost was guestbook attendant. Melissa Nunley of Bluefield, W., Va., directed the wedding, and the cake was cut by Emma Lou Grisso. The rehearsal dinner was given by the groom's parents held at the Steak-N-Ale on Friday evening.
Lora is a 1993 graduate of Virginia Western C.C. in Radiologic Technology and is employed in CT/MRI at Lewis Gale Medical Center. David is a 1993 graduate of Bluefield State College, Bluefield, W. Va., in Radiologic Technology and a 1994 graduate of Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Nuclear Medicine Technology. He is also at Lewis Gale Medical Center in Nuclear Medicine.
The couple honeymooned in Negril, Jamaica, and will reside in Roanoke.
Hanson-Saul
Lorie Lynn Saul and Christopher William Hanson were married May 18, 1996 at Grandin Court Baptist Church with the Reverend Robert M. Hamner officiating the ceremony. Reverend Carol Johnston served as the scripture reader. The reception was held at Hunting Hills Country Club.
The maid of honor was Karen Ann Saul, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Stephanie Lynn Rockwell, Sarah Garlow Burton, Kyna Rowell Savedge, Lisa Shutters Barnett and Jeannine Jo Moore. The flower girl was Morgan Harrington. The guest book attendant was Sara K. Willard.
The best men were Lacy William Hanson, father of the groom, and Theodore Stanley Hanson, brother of the groom. The groomsmen were Ronald Lee Willard, II, Kevin Dean Hudson, Richard Clark Owen, Dirk Henry Leuders, II, Donald Todd Both, and Joseph Hunter Moore.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles R. Saul, and the granddaughter of Mrs. Carlie V. English and M r. and Mrs. William L. Saul. She is a graduate of Cave Spring High School and Virginia Tech and is employed by Anderson & Reed.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Lacy W. Hanson, and the grandson of Mrs. Grace Hanson. He is a graduate of Cave Spring High School and Virginia Tech and is employed by R. William Johnson, Jr. and Company.
After a honeymoon trip to the British Virgin Islands, the couple will live in Roanoke, Virginia.
Harris-Kirby
Miss Christine Kirby and Mr. Brownie Harris were married Saturday, April 27, 1996, at 4 o'clock in the afternoon at their home in Landfall in Wilmington, N.C. The garden wedding was officiated by Reverend Keith Thompson of the First Presbyterian Church of Wilmington. The bride is the daughter of Margaret and Don F. Kirby of Maineville, Ohio. The groom is the son of Evelyn and Selden Harris of Radford, Virginia, and the grandson of the late Edgar D. Bourne of Wytheville, Virginia.
Susanne Key of Cincinnati, Ohio, sister of the bride, served as matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Carole Harris of Shallotte, N.C., Robin Rogers of Charleston, S.C., and Sophia Alma of Toronto, Canada. Flower girls were sisters Laura and Elizabeth Key of Wilmington. The ring bearer was Alexander Ventriglia of Wilmington. William M. Rogers of Charleston, S.C., served as best man. The groomsmen were J. Dale Key, Barry L. Arnette, and Denis L. Ventriglia of Wilmington. The wedding was directed by Madeline Schulte, Florence Schuerer of Amana, Iowa, and Lucille B. Horne, aunt of the groom, of Glade Spring, Virginia.
The wedding music began with ``Mairi's Wedding'', piped by bagpiper, Kirk Rose of Wilmington. During the ceremony, celtic and classical harpist, Mary Catherine Rose of Wilmington, performed ``Amazing Grace''. The recessional was led out by ``Scotland the Brave'', piped by Mr. Rose. Immediately following the ceremony, the reception took place under a white tree tiered French tent in the back garden. Baroque and Romantic music was then performed by a cellist, a flutist, and a violinist arranged by David Oh.
Christine Harris is a graduate of Ohio State University, where she received a Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Design and Art History. She is a Regional Editor of Better Homes & Gardens Special Interest Publication, and Production Manager/Stylist of Brownie Harris Photography in Wilmington. Brownie Harris received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Communications Arts & Design from Virginia Commonwealth University. Mr. Harris is a nationally prominent corporate/advertising & editorial photographer and specializes in corporate annual reports for the country's leading corporations. Mr. and Mrs. Harris have recently renovated a turn of the century brick warehouse and opened a photography studio in historic downtown Wilmington to serve the Wilmington and Southeast photography markets.
After the honeymoon in Charleston, S.C., the couple will reside in Wilmington.
Hartman-Manis
Lisa Renea Manis and John David Hartman were married April 6, 1996, in Forest Hill Baptist Church, Maryville, Tenn., with Rev. Ken Link officiating. The reception was held in the church fellowship hall. Maid of honor was Jennifer Johnson, sister of bride. Bridesmaids were Aimee Servais, Melody Johnson, Wendi Stinnett and Debbie Harmon. Flower girl was Amanda Hartman, niece of groom. Wesley Hartman, Sr., father of groom, served as best man. Ushers were Wesley Hartman, Jr., brother of groom, Chad Yount, Chris Andrews and Matt Hines. The guestbook attendant was Ashley Myers. The bride wore a gown of white silk shantung, styled with a jeweled neckline, and short cap sleeves. The fitted bodice wa s embellished with pearls accented with a floral ribbon lace that extended to the basque waistline. The full skirt featured a cathedral length train. Veil was crystal and lace headband with cascade fingertip veiling. She carried a cascade bouquet of pink and bridal white sweetheart roses, gardenias and ivy. The bride is the daughter of Jack and Frances Manis, Maryville, Tenn. She graduated from Maryville High School, Maryville, Tenn., and from East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, Tenn. She is employed by Rogersville City Schools as a kindergarten teacher. The groom is the son of Wesley and Sandra Hartman, Roanoke, Va. He graduated from William Byrd High School, Vinton, Va., and from Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. He is employed by American Electric Power as an electrical engineer. The newlyweds will live in Roanoke, Va., after a wedding trip to Hilton Head, S. C.
Holt-Shirley
Mr. and Mrs. Keith Horton Holt were married Sunday, May 5, 1996 in a small outdoor ceremony at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James E. Cannon. The Reverend J. Allie McNider officiated.
The bride is the former Amy Lynn Shirley of Roanoke. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Shirley. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Holt of Roanoke.
Matron of honor was the bride's sister, Mrs. Pamela Cannon. Mrs. Stephanie Farmer, friend of the bride, served as her attendant. Miss Lauren Cannon and Miss Kendall Cannon, served as their aunt's flower girls. Miss Julia Gilliam, cousin of the groom, and Miss Megan Cannon, niece of the bride, served as special helpers.
The groom's father stood by his son as his best man. Mr. Joseph Lewis, best friend of the groom, served as a groomsman. Mr. James Cannon, brother-in-law of the bride; Mr. Joseph Teague, cousin of the groom; and Mr. Michael Cannon, friend of the bride, served as ushers. Mr. Richard Baxter Gilliam, cousin of the groom, served as ringbearer.
Mr. and Mrs. Lyn Atkins, of Atkins Photography, were the photographers of the ceremony and reception. Mrs. Abbe Toler, friend of the bride, provided beautiful violin music for the service. Mrs. Susan Lewis, friend of the bride and groom, directed the event. Mrs. Rean Sherwood, aunt of the bride; Miss Emily Sherwood and Mrs. Cynthia Sell, cousins of the bride; and Ms. Suzanne Wright, friend of the bride; all served at the reception. The wedding cake and groom's cake were created especially for the couple by Mrs. Connie Jenkins, friend of the bride. The family of Mr. and Mrs. John Cannon, graciously opened their home to the bride and her attendants to prepare for the ceremony.
The bride is a graduate of Lord Botetourt High School in Daleville, Va., and Carson Newman College in Jefferson City, Tenn. She received a degree in Education and is employed with Roanoke City Public Schools. The groom, a graduate of Cave Spring High School, Ferrum College and East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, Tenn., received a degree in Electrical Engineering. He is employed with The Roanoke City Fire Department.
After a wedding trip to South Ca rolina, the couple is residing in Roanoke.
The couple would like to thank our families and our friends for the tremendous amount of love, support, and prayers that have been expressed to us. Thank you to our mothers for all of the hard work and preparation that made our day so wonderful. We love you and appreciate all that you have done for us.
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