Davis-Barth
Lori Davis and Leonard Barth were joined in holy matrimony on June 6, 2009. The double-ring ceremony took place at Word of Life Community Church in Beverly with Pastor April Wagner officiating.
The bride is the daughter of Rose and the late Galen Davis.
The bridegroom is the son of Patty and Donald Barth.
The bride was walked down the aisle by her son, Jordan Jefferson.
Matron of honor was Christy Goubeaud and junior bridesmaid was Chelsea Stephenson, the bride's niece. Flower girl was Cassie Cordy, the bridegroom's niece.
Best man was Mark Goubeaud and junior groomsman was Jordan Jefferson. Ringbearer was Jaden Zinser, the bride's son.
Ushers were Charlie Rose and Chad Stephenson, the bride's nephews.
Guests were registered by Lisa Stephenson, the bride's sister.
Music was played by Dave Stepheson, the bride's brother-in-law. Soloists were Delores Barth, the bridegroom's sister-in-law; and Chelsea Stephenson.
The bride is a 1989 graduate of Fort Frye High School and the Washington County Career Center. She is self-employed.
The bridegroom is a 1986 graduate of Waterford High School and the Washington County Joint Vacational School. He is employed at Polar Service Center.
A dinner and reception followed at American Legion Post 750 in Lowell with disc jockey music by Dave Stephenson.
The couple honeymooned at Virginia Beach, Va.
Taylor-Rogers
Katie Renee Taylor and Matthew David Rogers were united in marriage on June 16, 2009, during a beach ceremony at Rehoboth Beach, Del. The Rev. Scott Morehead, uncle of the bride, officiated for the ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Christine Taylor-Redmond of Parkersburg, and James R. Taylor of Marysville, Ohio.
The bridegroom is the son of Judith M. Harbert of Lumberport, W.Va., and the late David R. Rogers.
The bride wore a white A-line gown of crinkle chiffon with spaghetti straps, a beaded embroidered empire waist and a sweep train. She carried a simple bouquet of white roses. The bride wore crystal earrings and necklace and a family heirloom ring belonging to her grandmother, Patty Shawver of Williamstown, that has been a part of several family weddings.
Maid of honor was Abby Taylor, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Elizabeth Osborne, and Lauren and Leah Rogers, nieces of the bridegroom; Kendal Montgomery; Beth Chambers; and Alyssa Harler. They wore short lavender dresses and sand-dollar necklaces designed by Penny Stout, cousin of the bride. They carried hand-tied bouquets of lavender and daisies.
Best man was Adam Thompson. Groomsmen were Tom Rogers, brother of the bridegroom; Parker Osborne, nephew of the bridegroom; Kent Taylor, brother of the bride; Kyle Slagle; and Nathan Stout.
Ringbearer was Destin Forest Lantz, 4-year-old nephew of the bride and son of the maid of honor.
Music for the ceremony was provided by the bride's brother, who played guitar before and after the ceremony and sang a duet with his sister, Abby. The ceremony also included the bride and bridegroom pouring two vases of sand into one to represent the union of their lives.
A dinner and reception were held at a local cottage. The beach-themed cake featured sand dollars, shells and starfish and was topped with a personalized decor re-designed by the bridegroom to represent the couple.
The bride is a 2000 graduate of Williamstown High School and a graduate of West Virginia University with a master's degree in social work.
The bridegroom is a 1999 graduate of Lincoln High School. He graduated in 2008 from West Virginia University with a B.S. degree in art education and is finishing his master's degree in art education at the University of Florida in Gainesville.
After a honeymoon on St. Martin in the Virgin Islands in August, the couple are residing in Gainesville, Fla.
Prince-Miller
Megan Leigh Prince and Matthew Michael Miller were united in marriage on Aug. 8, 2009, in the garden of the Blennerhassett Hotel in Parkersburg. The ceremony was officiated by the Rev. John Borresen, grandfather of the bride.
The bride wore a strapless ruched trumpet-style gown in ivory silk taffeta with an asymmetrical train. She wore an elegant single layer cathedral veil with a flower accent in her hair and carried a hand-tied bouquet of white roses, cymbidium orchids, queen anne's lace and hydrangea tied in ivory silk. She walked down the aisle with her father to "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" played by the Sterling String Quartet of Worthington, Ohio.
Maid of honor was Emily Prince, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Shelli Brock, Kristen McConnell, Andrea Dixon, and Desiree Pahel, and Sara McCarthy, cousin of the groom. They wore floor-length A-line gowns in black pointelle chiffon and carried hand-tied bouquets of white roses, cymbidium orchids, and white hydrangea.
Best man was Jeffrey McCarthy, cousin of the groom. Groomsmen were David Repasky, Justin Moore, Michael Tumolo, David Dixon and Robin Baidya.
Guests were registered by Madeline Bowman and Jettie Borresen, cousins of the bride. A formal reception followed in the Blennerhassett Hotel's Charleston Ballroom.
The bride, 24, is the daughter of Randal and Betty Prince of Marietta. She is currently a third-year law student at Case Western Reserve University School of Law and graduated magna cum laude from The Ohio State University with a degree in French language and literature. She also received a certificate in French language, literature, and culture from the Sorbonne University in Paris, France.
The bridegroom, 25, is the son of Bill and Janie Miller of Columbus. He is currently pursuing his master's of science in mechanical engineering with a research emphasis in fuel cell technology from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. He is a 2007 graduate of The Ohio State University, where he received a bachelor's degree in biological engineering.
The newlyweds spent their honeymoon in Costa Rica. They are now residing in Willoughby Hills, Ohio.
Ankrom-Vogel
Kimberly Ann Ankrom and Troy Joseph Vogel were united in marriage on April 25, 2009, at King Avenue United Methodist Church in Columbus, Ohio. The Rev. Linda Middelberg officiated for the double ring ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Randall and Linda Ankrom of Marietta.
The bridegroom is the son of Tyrone and Terri Vogel of Fort Wayne, Ind.
The bride wore a white, strapless, empire waist gown with a chapel length train. The top of the dress was of white ruched tulle and a cascading overlay of white lace and beadwork with gold stitching. Her headpiece was a silver and rhinestone tiara borrowed from her sister and a gold heart-shaped pendant that belonged to her late maternal grandmother. The bride's bouquet was a stem-tied collection of purple lilac blossoms, pink, yellow and white tulips.
Matron of honor was Wendy Comisar, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Jill Hire, sister of the bridegroom; and Megan Longfellow. They wore floor-length dresses in dark purple chiffon. Each bridesmaid carried a bouquet of spring flowers.
Best man was Dieter von Deak. Groomsmen were Kelly Parks and Jason A. Loch.
A formal dinner and dancing reception followed at the Ohio State University Faculty Club.
The bride is a 2002 graduate of Marietta High School, and a 2006 graduate of The Ohio State University with a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering. She is currently finishing her final year in the doctorate of veterinary medicine program at The Ohio State University.
The bridegroom is a 2002 graduate of Paulding High School in Paulding, Ohio, and a 2006 graduate of The Ohio State University with a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering. He is currently working toward a Ph.D. in chemical engineering from The Ohio State University.
The couple honeymooned at the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and now reside in Columbus, Ohio.
Graham-Dennis
Joey Leigh Graham and Jason Eugene Dennis were united in holy matrimony on June 27, 2009, at Hope Free Will Baptist Church in Parkersburg. The double ring ceremony was performed by Pastor Bud Corbin.
The bride is the daughter of Robert and Regina Graham of Parkersburg. She is the granddaughter of the late Charles Crumbley and Regina Crumbley of Parkersburg, and Joseph Rector and the late Barbara Rector of Washington, W.Va.
The bridegroom is the son of Larry and Donna Dennis of Parkersburg. He is the grandson of the late Edward and late Margie Clark, and the late Claire Dennis and the late Katherine Layner.
Maid of honor was Makayla Burns, daughter of the bride.
Flower girl was Savannah Dennis, daughter of the bride and bridegroom.
Best man was James Eddy and groomsman was Doug Maxwell.
A dinner was held in the reception hall at Hope Free Will Baptist Church.
The bride is a 1997 graduate of Parkersburg South High School and is a current student of West Virginia University at Parkersburg, where she is pursuing a bachelor's degree in business administration. She is employed for Wood County Schools as a teachers' aide.
The bridegroom is a 1996 graduate of Parkersburg High School. He is employed at Murray Sheet Metal. He also served in the Marine Corps in the Alpha Company, 4th Combat Engineer Battalion, for seven years and now serves in the National Guard in the 1092nd unit of Parkersburg.
The couple reside in Parkersburg with their daughters.
