ROANOKE TIMES
Copyright (c) 1996, Roanoke Times
DATE: Sunday, October 20, 1996 TAG: 9610230018
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Baird-Hillmann
Suzanne G. Hillmann and Barry W. Baird Jr. were married September 1, 1996 at Ceresville Mansion in Frederick, Maryland with Reverend Arthur Grant officiating. The reception was also held at Ceresville Mansion.
The maid of honor was Susan Hildrew, friend of the bride. Bridesmaids were Andrea Baird, sister of the groom; Natalie Hillmann, sister-in-law of the bride; Pamela Dressel and Tamara Garber, friends of the bride. The best man was Harry Jaeger, friend of the groom. Groomsmen were Scott Judd, Eric Seel, Shannon Caudell, Mike Wright, Joe Hoffmann, friends of the groom; Ed Hillmann and John Hillmann, brothers of the bride. Allison and Lauren Parker, the daughters of Amy and Eric Parker of Silver Spring, Maryland, were the flowergirls.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hillmann of Silver Spring, Maryland. She is a graduate of the University of Delaware. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Barry W. Baird of Roanoke. The groom is the grandson of Mrs. Frances Baird and the late Walter B. Baird Jr. and Mrs. Fannie Rutherford and the la te William B. Rutherford, also of Roanoke. The groom is a graduate of virginia Tech. Both are employed by MBNA America. The couple will live in Wilmington, Delaware.
Bryant-Martin
Danielle Martin, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Danny Martin of Radford, was married on August 17 to Rich Bryant, son of Dr. and Mrs. Allen Bryant of Salem. Pastor Bill Pierson performed the ceremony at Carter Street United Methodist Church in Radford.
Danielle is employed by Lemon's Jewelry. She is a graduate of Radford High School. Rich is a graduate of Glenvar High School and is a Senior at Virginia Tech.
Lisa Logan, sister of the bride, and Allison Laster, friend of the bride, were matrons of honor. The bridesmaids were Carol Anne Monga, Monica Levy, and Jamie Vasquez. Flower girl was Lorena Vasquez. Jason Woolwine, friend of the groom, was best man. The groomsmen were Charlie Logan, Rajiv Monga and Joe Havens. Patrick Logan was the ringbearer.
The newlyweds reside in Radford, Virginia.
Cantrell-Thomas
Melissa Shea Thomas and Joseph DeArmond Cantrell were married on Saturday, October 19, 1996 at First Baptist Church in Raleigh, N.C. Dr. A. Douglas Aldrich performed the doublering ceremony. A dinner reception followed at the North Raleigh Hilton.
Melissa is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Lovell Farmer, Jr. of Jacksonville Beach, Fla. and Mr. and Mrs. Barry Lee Thomas of Roanoke.
Jos eph is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jospeh Doyle Cantrell of Chicago, Illinois.
Erin Elizabeth Thomas, sister of the bride, of Roanoke, was maid of honor. RoseEllen Seyler Isaacs of Oceanside, Calif., was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Sara Kathryn Ayers of Roanoke, Mary Claire Fritz of Raleigh, N.C., Kristen Michelle Kirchhofer of Knoxville, Tenn., Heidi Linn Klemm of Winston-Salem, N.C., and Eunice Park of Williamsburg, Va.
Joseph Doyle Cantrell, father of the groom, was best man. Groomsmen were Thomas Allen Cantrell, brother of the groom, of Nashville, Tenn., Matthew Thomas Farmer, brother of the bride, of Jacksonville Beach, Fla., Benjamin Boyd Hill of Williamsburg, Va., John Walter Kelley, Jr. of Augusta Ga., Kevin Wedluga Kemp of Winston-Salem, N.C., and Christian Carrington Perry of Columbus, Ga.
Program attendants were Ashley Paige Cantrell and Alyson Leigh Cantrell, cousins of the groom, both of Knoxville, Tenn. Teresa Michele Moore of Charlotte, N.C., was the guest registrar. Ceremony music was performed by a trumpet and string quartet provided by Musica Artist Management of Chapel Hill, N.C.
Melissa is a graduate of Patrick Henry High School and Wake Forest University. She is employed by T & T Technology, Inc. in Raleigh, N.C.
Joseph is a graduate of Hampton Roads Academy in Newport News and Wake Forest University. He is employed by Deloitte & Touche, LLP in Raleigh, N.C.
Following a wedding trip to Ocho Rios, Jamaica, the couple will reside in Raleigh.
Clark-Ash
Karen Faye Ash and Rick Dale Clark were united in marriage on Oct. 19, 1996 at Bonsack Baptist. Pastor Dr. Robert Moore III officiated.
The matron of honor was Sharon Nettemeyer, sister of the bride. The maid of honor was Denise Persinger, best friend of the bride, and bridesmaid was Jamie Pence, friend of the bride. Jessica Nettemeyer, niece of the bride, was the flowergirl.
The best man was Randy Scott, friend of the groom. The ushers were David Wright, uncle of the groom, and Terry Clark, brother of the groom. Chris Nettemeyer, nephew of the bride, was the ringbearer.
The guestbook was attended by Susie Wright, aunt of the groom.
Karen is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Willis S. Ash of Roanoke. She is a graduate of William Fleming High School and The College of Health Sciences. Rick is the son of Mrs. Sheila Caldwell of Roanoke, and the late Mr. Fred Caldwell of Eagle Rock, and Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Clark of Richmond, Virginia. He is a graduate of South Broward High School, Hollywood, Florida. Both are employed by the City of Roanoke.
After a honeymoon stay at Walt Disney World, Florida, the newlyweds will reside in Franklin County.
Comer-Leech
Ms. Paige Elizabeth Leech and Mr. William Edward Comer were wed Saturday, October 19, 1996 at four o'clock in the afternoon at St. John Lutheran Church. The Reverend Mark Graham officiated.
Ms. Leech is the daughter of Mrs. Barbara Collins Leech and the late Donald Ellis Leech of Roanoke. Mr. Comer is the son of Dr. and Mrs. James Edward Comer, Jr. of Moneta. The bride was escorted to the altar by her brother, Don Martin Leech, and hi s son, Nathaniel Francis Leech, and given in marriage by her mother.
The matron of honor was Terri Lee Alderson, friend of the bride. The bridesmaids were Amy Morris, L. Elaine Isom, and Donna L. Whitney, all friends of the bride, and Mary Ellen Comer Smith, sister of the groom. Junior bridesmaid was Rachall Alexandria Strum, special friend of the bride. Meagan Elizabeth Leech, niece of the bride and Katherine Armistead Comer, niece of the groom, served as flower girls. John Minor Botts Smith, nephew of the groom, served as ring bearer. The best men were James Alvin Comer and Benjamin Dale Comer, brothers of the groom. Groomsmen were Samuel Lowman, Paul Douglas Henson, and Stuart Sibley, all friends of the groom, and John Botts Smith, brother-in-law of the groom. The guest book was attended by Terry Lee Friesland, friend of the bride and groom.
The reception followed at the Jefferson Center Fralin Atrium. A rehearsal dinner was hosted by the groom's parents at the Hotel Patrick Henry.
The bride is a graduate of Roanoke Memorial Hospital School of Professional Nursing and is employed by the Veterans Administration Medical Center. The groom is a graduate of Virginia Military Institute and is employed by Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.
The couple will reside in Roanoke.
We would like to thank our family and friends for their love and support in making this occasion such a special one.
Cummings-Conner
Wendy Leigh Conner and Dr. Scott William Cummings were married on October 19, 1996 at Christ Lutheran Church in Roanoke. Chaplin Paul Hendrickson, of Roanoke College officiated. A reception followed at The Je fferson Center-Fitzpatrick Hall.
The bride is the daughter of Andrew R. & Ruby Conner and Claudine W. and Kent Jenkins, both of Roanoke. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Janie Wills of Roanoke, the late Mr. Louis Wills, and the late Kathryn and Raymond Conner.
The groom is the son of Mrs. Annabelle Cummings-Corrigan of Indiana, and the late William H. Cummings.
The bride was escorted to the altar by her father and given in marriage by her parents. Wendy wore a gown from the Couture Collection of Alfred Angelo. The dress was in beautiful white silk duchess satin. The full length gown was enhanced by an exquisite beaded silk chiffon bolero jacket, which covered the spaghetti strap and tuxedo pleated bodice.
Melina Vaughn of Blue Ridge served as the matron of honor. The bridesmaids were Kimberly Brown of Rocky Mount, Suzi Fleming of Roanoke, Belinda Ayers of Boiling Springs, NC, and Alicia Hayth of Roanoke. Rebekah Cummings served as flower girl.
Leo Corrigan, stepfather of the groom, served as best man. Groomsmen were Dr. Alan Hodgdon of Pittsburgh, Pa., Dr. James Milam of Roanoke, Dr. Peter Sfoza of Bedford, and Danny Heck of Eagle Rock. Cutis Conner of Strausburg and Jay Honse of Fincastle served as ushers.
The wedding was coordinated by Christopher Widdowes of Seasons in Roanoke, and the guestbook and program was attended by Deborah Craig of Roanoke and Betty Honse of Fincastle.
The bride is a graduate of Roanoke College and Radford University and is currently employed by Carilion Health System.
The groom is a graduate of Butler University, Indiana, Univ. of Texas - Health Science Center - Dallas, TX. and Univ.. of Texas - Health Science Center - San Antonio, TX. He is currently employed by Carilion Health System.
After an extended honeymoon sailing in the Caribbean, the couple will reside in Fincastle, Virginia.
Draper-Barber
Lisa Renee Barber and David Lee Draper were united in marriage on Saturday, September 28, 1996 in the Christiansburg Presbyterian Church. Dr. Donald E. Makin officiated. A reception was held immediately following the ceremony in the fellowship hall.
The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Lorene S. Scott of Johnson City, Tenn. and Mr. D. Michael Barber of Christiansburg, Va.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Draper of Draper, Va.
Mrs. Lori Nolen was her sister's matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Ms. Georgette White and Ms. Tammy Brack, friends of the bride. Chasity Draper, cousin of the groom, was flower girl.
The bride was escorted to the altar by her father and given in marriage by her family.
The groom's best man was his father, Mr. George Draper. Groomsmen were Chad Draper and Scotty Draper, brothers of the groom. Ushers were Troy Draper, brother of the groom and Jason Stanger, friend of the bride and groom. John Epperly, cousin of the bride, was ringbearer. Music was provided by Mrs. Kathryn Hollandsworth, organist and Ms. Karen Cook, soloist. Mrs. Erlene Barber directed the wedding. The wedding cake was made and given as a gift by Mrs. Emma Barber and Mrs. Elaine Epperly. Hostesses at the reception included Mrs. Shelia Barber and Ms. Brandi Barber, Mrs. Elaine Epperly and Mrs. Wava Bowles. Miss Misty Draper attended the guest book.
The bride is attending New River Community College and is employed at Triangle Lanes in Christiansburg.
The groom is serving with the United States Marine Corps. He is stationed at Camp Lejeune, N.C.
The bride and groom wish to thank their families and friends for their love and support and also Dr. Makin for his guidance and the beautiful ceremony.
The couple will reside in Jacksonville, N.C.
Duerk-Fore
Jayme Ameece Fore and Gregory Malcolm Duerk were married October 19, 1996, in First Baptist Church of Myrtle Beach with Dr. Wayne Brown officiating. The dinner reception was held at the Dunes Golf & Beach Club overlooking the ocean. The maid of honor was Wendy Ayers and matron of honor was Victoria Farrelly Bailey, both friends of the bride. Bridesmaids were Paige Thomas Stuhr, Hillary Wirt, Michelle Stafford, all friends of bride, and Kimberly Smoak, cousin of bride. Junior bridesmaid was Lyndsey Long, cousin of bride, and flower girl was Kristen Duerk, niece of groom. Donald L. Duerk, fathe r of groom, served as best man. Ushers included Donald L. Duerk, Jr., brother of groom, Gary Powell, Robert McWaters, Jeffery Forehand and William Christie, friends of groom. The ring bearer was Edwin Reveley, cousin of bride. Program attendants were Todd Reveley and Andrew Long. Guestbook was attended by John Haarbauer and Deborah Collins, sister of groom. The bride wore a white satin gown with pearls and sequined front and pearls with lace cut out puff sleeves. A framework of lace cameo accented with sequins and pearls. A bow motif was repeated down the back of the full skirt and cathedral length train. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James W. Fore, Roanoke. She graduated from Patrick Henry High School, Roanoke, and Virginia Tech, Blacksburg. She is the former Assistant Restaurant Manager Hotel Roanoke and Conference Center. The groom is the son of Dr. Donald L. Duerk and Ms. Elnita K. Duerk, Myrtle Beach. He graduated from the University of South Carolina and is a self-employed motel owner. The newlyweds will live in Myrtle Beach after a honeymoon cruise to the southern Caribbean.
Dunkum-Long
Tammy Jo Long and John Eric Dunkum were united in marriage on Sat., Oct. 19, 1996 at Belmont Christian Church, Christiansburg, Va. James Bayne and Robert Moore officiated.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dewey (Sonny) Long of Christiansburg, Va.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Dunkum of Chester, Va.
Karen Jones was the maid of honor; with Crystal Regnary, Rebecca Runnels and Melissa Charles serving as bridemaids.
Ellis Dunkum was his son's best man. Jim Dunkum, Chris Cheatham and Doug Styles were groomsmen.
Special music was provided by Tina Bayne, Rodney White and Karen Jones. Pianist was Lynne Swink. Scriptures were read by John Long and Kelly Lyda.
John Long and Nicole Moore greeted the guests. Ann Rogers directed the wedding.
The bride is a graduate of Christiansburg High School and Radford University. She is employed by Eagle Express. The groom is a graduate of Thomas Dale High School and Virginia Tech and is employed as a Realtor.
After a trip to St. Marten, the couple will make their home in Colonial Heights, Va.
Fields-Mosier
Janice Marie Mosier and Eric Todd Fields were united in marriage on October 19, 1996, at Our Lady of Nazareth Catholic Church by the Rev. Kenneth Stofft.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Mosier of Charleston, W. Va. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Fields of Abingdon, Va.
The bride and groom were attended by their parents during the ceremony. The reception was held at Over Home - The Lovelace Place on Windy Gap Mtn.
The bride is a graduate of Radford University and is employed by Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital as a registered nurse.
The groom is a veteran of the U. S. Marine Corps and the U. S. Air Force. He is employed by the American Electric Power Co. of Roanoke.
After a honeymoon to Jamaica, the couple will reside in Roanoke.
Fitzpatrick-Snuffer
Cynthia Ann Snuffer and Gregory Matthew Fitzpatrick were united in marriage on Saturday, August 31, 1996, at Mountain Lake Resort, Mountain Lake, Virginia. The celebration of the marriage ceremony took place in the gazebo at Mountain Lake. A horse drawn carriage carried the bride to the gazebo where the double ring ceremony was performed by Dr. Charles Taylor. A dinner reception was held at the Mountain Lake Hotel.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Snuffer of Christiansburg, Virginia. The groom is the son of Captain and Mrs. Edmond Fitzpatrick, USN (Ret.) of Williamsburg, Virginia.
Kathy Bolles, cousin of the bride was matron of honor. Flower girls were Gabriella Angelini and Laura Flanagan, cousins of the groom.
Dr. Greg Petra kis, name sake of the groom, was best man. Groomsmen were Gerald Fitzpatrick and Tim Fitzpatrick, brothers of the groom. Logan Pinotti, nephew of the groom, served as ring bearer.
The wedding was coordinated by Joanne Bolling. Shelby Mahaffey and Carter Edmondson performed the musical arrangements.
The bride is a graduate of Virginia Tech and Charleston Area Medical Center School of Cytotechnology. She is employed at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Salem, Virginia as the Lead Cytotechnologist.
The groom is a graduate of Virginia Tech. He is employed at Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility in Newport News, Virginia as the Deputy Business Manager.
The couple will reside in Newport News, Virginia and Roanoke, Virginia.
Griffin-Moore
Stephanie Patrice Moore and Ted William Griffin were married October 19, 1996 in Garden City Baptist Church by Rev. Don McCaskill. The reception was held at the church fellowship hall. Maid of honor was Heather Moore, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Alison Kopman, Pamela Neighbors, Tonya Hairston, friends of the bride, Stephanie Heldenbrand and Sandi Roop, sisters of the groom. Flowergirl was Casey Moore, cousin of the bride. Best man was Teddy Griffin, father of the groom. Ushers were Robert Conner, friend of the groom, Craig Cooper, cousin of the groom, Andy Heldenbrand, and Michael Roop, brothers-in-law of the groom. The guestbook was attended by Heidi Guilliams and Jessica Guilliams. Photography was by Jim Markey.
The bride is a daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas W. Moore of Roanoke. She is a graduate of Patrick Henry High School and Roanoke College and is employed by Carter Machinery. The bridegroom, son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert T. Griffin of Roanoke, is a graduate of Patrick Henry High School. He is employed by Walters Printing. The newlyweds will live in Roanoke.
Hirshorn-Hervis
Elizabeth Colleen Hervis and Marc Daniel Hirshorn are joining in marriage today at Temple Emanuel in Roanoke, Virginia. A reception honoring the couple will be held at the Patrick Henry Hotel. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sam L. Hardy, Jr. of Roanoke. The groom is the son of Mr. Ray Hirshorn and Ms. Diana Hirshorn of Miami, Florida.
The maid of honor is Jennifer Hervis. The bridesmaids were Arlene Prieto, Lisa Park, Tina Blevins, and Samantha Morris. Flower girl is Danielle Padron. The special attendant is Kimberly Dehart.
The best men are Brian Hirshorn and Kevin Hirshorn. The groomsmen are Michael Behar, Evan Rayman, Jerry Socherman, and Gabriel Mena. Ring bearer is Anthony Padron.
The bride is a graduate of Cave Spring High School and Radford University. The groom is a graduate of University of Miami and Florida International University.
The newlyweds will reside in Roanoke, Virginia after their honeymoon trip to San Francisco.
Hodges-Lambert
Sheila Christine Lambert and Keith Timothy Hodges were married October 5, 1996, in Belmont Christian Church with Rev. Mike Barnes officiating. The reception was held at the church fellowship hall. The bride was escorted by her brother, Eric D. Lambert. The matron of honor was Tammy Berry, friend of the bride. Bridesmaid was Stacy Duncan, friend of bride. Brian Hodges, brother of groom, served as best man. Groomsman was Jonathan Reed, friend of the groom. Tim Hodges, father of the groom, was usher. The guestbook was attended by Tonya Sable, friend of bride. The bride is the daughter of Martha A. Lambert of Roanoke and Eldon D. Lambert of Roanoke. She is a graduate of William Byrd High School and graduated from Radford University. She is employed by Naval Audit Service. The bridegroom is the son of Cletta Hodges of Roanoke and Tim Hodges of Roanoke. He is a graduate of Northside High School and is employed by Lowe's Companies, Inc. They newlyweds will live in Virginia Beach after the wedding trip to Hatteras. A program of wedding music was provided by Jeryl Powell, organist, and Robin Spangler, pianist. Presenting the message in song were soloists, Alburn Smith, great uncle of the groom, performing ``The Lord's Prayer'' and Robin Spangler performing ``The Wedding Song.'' The wedding was directed by Mrs. Gail Webb. Photography by Greg King of Vinton..
Lichtenstein-Dillon
Suzin Elizabeth Dillon and Robert Andrew Lichtenstein were married October 19, 1996 in Temple Emanuel. The ceremony was officiated by Rabbi Kathy Cohen. The reception was held at La Mason. The bride is the daughter of Andrew and Judy Dillon of Palm Coast, Florida. The groom is the son of Mrs. Charlotte T. Lichtenstein of Roanoke, Va., and the late Barry N. Lichtenstein.
Mackey-Hawkins
Lisa Annette Hawkins and Randolph Travis Mackey were married at Main Street Methodist Church in Bedford on September 21st, 1996 by Rev. Clay Peters III.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David W. Hawkins of Thaxton. The groom is the son of Ms. Anne C. Mackey and the late Mr. Hugh Mackey of Bedford.
Dana H. Fielder, sister of the bride, was maid of honor. The bridesmaids were Hope M. Wilkerson, sister of the groom, Carla R. Scott and Angie T. Crouch, cousins of the bride, and Kristen M. Kelly, niece of the groom.
The best man was Tommy Duncan, best friend of the groom. Groomsmen were Graham Mackey, Tommy Mackey, Joe Mackey, brothers of the groom, and Jerry Judson, friend of the groom.
Junior attendants were Caila Mackey, niece of the groom and Garrett Mackey, nephew of the groom. Flower girls were Hannah and Liza Mackey, nieces of the groom and ring bearer was Matthew Fielder, nephew of the bride.
The guest registry and program attendant were Kim Gaylord and Jenny Fuller; also the soloist was Sharon Thompson, friend of bride and groom.
The bride is a graduate of Liberty High School and has an Associate Degree in Nursing from the College of Health Science in Roanoke. She is employed at Physician Associate of Bedford. The groom is a graduate of Liberty High School and is an employee of Sam Moore Furniture of Bedford. He is also self-employed by Mackey Refrigeration.
There was a reception in the church fellowship hall immediately following the wedding, followed by a party at Bedford Country Club. Music was provided by Robert Creasy.
After a honeymoon to Maui, Hawaii, the couple will reside in Bedford.
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