Bengston - Phillips
Saturday November 8, 2003
Rebecca Bengston and James Phillips, both of Cambridge, Vt., were united in marriage Nov. 1, 2003, at the North Congregational Church in St. Johnsbury.
The 2 p.m., double-ring ceremony was officiated by the Rev. Jay Sprout. The church organist played the traditional wedding march for the bride.
Given away by her father, the bride wore a white wedding gown featuring an open back, adorned with hanging pearl beads, and a long train. She carried a bouquet of 18 red and white roses.
Christina Vance, sister of the bride, served as the maid of honor. She carried a bouquet of a dozen white roses.
The best man was Keith Burl, friend of the groom. Ushers were Kyle Phillips, son of the groom; and Andrew Bengston, brother of the bride. The best man and ushers wore red rose boutonnieres, and the groom wore a red and white rose boutonniere to match the bride's bouquet.
The reception was held at Sugar Ridge in Danville. The five-tiered, heart-shaped wedding cake was decorated with red roses.
The bride is the daughter of Wallace Bengston of Lake Panasoffkee, Fla., and Leisa Bengston of Lyndonville.
The groom is the son Merton and Florence Phillips of Peru, N.Y.
The couple reside in Cambridge, Vt.
Peabody - Austin
Saturday September 13, 2003
Nicole Peabody of Franconia, N.H., and Brett C. Austin of Baker City, Ore., were united in marriage July 19, 2003, at 4 p.m. at the couple's home in Bonners Ferry, Idaho.
The Rev. Stacy Randolph officiated the outdoor double-ring ceremony.
Given in marriage by her parents, the bride wore an intricately beaded sweetheart bodice with a white satin skirt with matching beading at the bottom and a long train. She carried a cascading bouquet of white roses with purple and yellow accents and greenery.
The bride was attended by her sisters, Samantha and Heather Peabody; and the flower girl was Jennifer Austin, daughter of the groom.
The attendants wore long butter yellow chiffon gowns and carried arm bouquets of purple roses with yellow accents and greenery. The flower girl wore a lilac dress and carried a white satin basket with rose petals.
Robert Marquez, friend of the groom, served as best man.
The ceremony was concluded with rose petals being dropped out of a Robinson R-44 Helicopter to float down over the guests and wedding party.
An outdoor reception was held at their home in Bonners Ferry. The three-tiered, traditional white and chocolate cake featured a basket-weave design adorned with fresh purple and yellow flowers.
The bride is the daughter of Joel and Tina Peabody of Franconia, N.H. She graduated in 1996 from Profile High School and graduated in 2001 from the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University with a bachelor of science degree in aerospace studies. She is pursuing her master's degree in education from the University of Idaho. She is employed as a teacher by Rocky Mountain Academy in Bonners Ferry.
The groom is the son of Robert and Betty Austin. He is a 2002 graduate of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University where he received a bachelor of science degree in aerospace engineering. He is employed with Northern Air, Inc. in Bonners Ferry.
The couple resides in Bonners Ferry.
Daniels - Ketchum
Saturday March 1, 2003
Bethany Ann Daniels of Groton and Thomas Joseph Ketchum of Wells River were united in marriage Sept. 7, 2002, in the bride's grandfather's field on Powder Spring Road in Groton.
The 11 a.m., double-ring ceremony was officiated by the Rev. Glenn Hatch. Arrangements of red and white mums decorated the field and wedding arbor. Abbey Gandin, cousin of the bride, played the piano.
Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a white satin strapless gown with organza skirt, beaded lace appliques and semi-cathedral train. She carried a bouquet of red roses.
Carrie Daniels and Hannah Daniels, sisters of the bride, served as maids of honor. Bridesmaids were Amanda Darling, Danielle Restelli, Tabatha St. Martin and Samantha Kaiser, all friends of the bride. Flower girls were Olivia Houghton and Sydney Gove, cousins of the bride.
Attendants wore red satin strapless gowns. The maids of honor carried bouquets of white roses, and the bridesmaids carried single white roses.
Jason Ketchum, brother of the groom, served as best man. Ushers were Gary Turpin, brother of the groom; and Jon Murray, Justin Bryer, Seth Florentine and Jason Zampieri, friends of the groom. Ring bearer was Zachary Moses, nephew of the groom.
The groom wore his U.S. Army Class A military uniform.
A reception followed at the Groton Town Hall. The fondant-covered, three-tiered white wedding cake was topped with a porcelain bride and groom, and the two side cakes were bordered with white frosting roses. Fresh red roses also surrounded the cake.
Following a honeymoon in Lincoln, N.H., the couple reside in Honolulu.
The bride is the daughter of Darlene and Lawrence Daniels Jr. of Groton. She is a 2002 graduate of Blue Mountain Union School in Wells River and is employed by the Bank of Hawaii.
The groom is the son of Beckie Ketchum of Wells River. He is a 2001 graduate of Blue Mountain Union School and is serving as an E-3 in the U.S. Army at Scofield Barrack Headquarters.
Thresher - Larrabee
Saturday July 26, 2003
Michelle L. Thresher and Martin L. Larrabee, both of Danville, were united in marriage at 1 p.m., June 28, 2003, on the Roland Heath farm in North Danville.
The double-ring, outdoor ceremony was officiated by the Rev. James Miester. Arrangements of wild flowers and potted pansies lined the aisle. Music for the ceremony was provided by Ed Ryan and Sue Pearsons, friends of the couple.
Given away by her son, Brandon Thresher, the bride wore a white western gown with a V-shaped bodice and Venetian lace trim. The neckline was adorned with beaded bridal lace and 6-inch fringe and flowed into a lace-covered, tapered 8-point skirt with a border of 6-inch fringe.
Accessories included a white cowboy hat with bridal tulle and white western lace-up cowboy boots. She carried a cascading bouquet of white daisies, yellow roses and small blue alstroemeria.
Traci Osterhoudt, sister of the bride, served as matron of honor. Junior bridesmaids were Alexandra Thresher, daughter of the bride; and Meagan and Naomi Larrabee, daughters of the groom. Flower girls were Brianna Larrabee, daughter of the couple; Cassandra Crapo, niece of the bride; and Celeste and Melissa Favaloro, nieces of the groom.
The matron of honor wore a country blue, strapless, western-style gown with a full skirt lacing up the back and cowboy boots. She carried a bouquet of white mini carnations and blue alstroemeria. Junior bridesmaids wore country blue sundresses with V-necklines and waistlines trimmed with white roping and cowboy boots. They carried bouquets of white mini carnations and blue alstroemeria also.
Flower girls wore white eyelet sundresses with country blue underskirts and cowboy boots and carried baskets of white and blue daisies, mini carnations and alstroemeria.
Rick Benoit, friend of the couple, served as best man. Ushers were Derrick, Dusty and Dylan Dunbar, nephews of the groom; and Brandon Thresher, son of the bride. The groomsmen wore white banded collar shirts, black jeans and blue "old west" style pinstriped vests with cowboy boots.
A reception was held at the Packinghouse Lounge in Lyndonville. A three-tiered square cake, made by Dawn Pastula, friend of the couple, was adorned with blue and white roses, carnations, and daisies topped with a cowboy and cowgirl bridal couple.
Following a wedding trip to Las Vegas, Nev., the couple reside in Danville.
The bride is the daughter of Mike and Judy Parker of North Danville, and Gary Bumps of Danville. She is a 1988 graduate of Danville School and a 2000 graduate of Lyndon state College. She is employed as a community health worker with the Women's Resource Network.
The groom is the son of Richard and Terri Larrabee of Danville. He is a 1984 graduate of Danville School and the owner of Martin Larrabee Construction.
Tucker - Fowler
Saturday February 15, 2003
Rebecca Tucker of Nashville, Tenn., and Gary Fowler of Fort Walton Beach, Fla., were united in marriage Aug. 4, 2002, at the Christ the King Church in Nashville. The 6 p.m., double-ring ceremony was officiated by Deacon Jim Gray, friend of the bride's family. Soloist was Irene Steelman, friend of the bride.
Given in marriage by her parents, the bride wore a strapless, ivory satin gown with delicate pearl detail on the bodice. She carried a bouquet of hand-tied, cream-colored roses, arranged by Tricia Ball, friend of the bride.
Sarah Tucker, sister of bride, served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Jennifer Thomas, Kris McCarthy, Brandy Berryhill and Elizabeth Caruso. Attendants wore black summer dresses and carried bouquets of daisies.
Jeffrey Rainville, brother-in-law of the groom, served as best man. Groomsmen were Luke Montague, Justin Barton and Michael Towle.
The reception was held at the St. Bernard Academy Old Chapel Ballroom. The three-tiered, buttercream cake was adorned with colored roses and ribbon.
The bride is the daughter of Jim and Kathy Tucker of Selmer, Tenn. She is a 1991 graduate of McNairy Central High School and a 1997 graduate of the University of Tennessee with a bachelor of science degree in communications.
The groom is the son of John and Deborah Fowler of Lille, France, and formerly of St. Johnsbury. He is a 1998 graduate of St. Johnsbury Academy. He is employed as an aerospace propulsion craftsman with the U.S. Air Force.
The couple reside in Fort Walton Beach.
Dickerman - Johnson
Saturday November 15, 2003
Kimberley Ann Dickerman and Scott Brady Johnson, both of Bailey Island, Maine, were united in marriage April 12, 2003, at the Orr's and Bailey Island United Methodist Church in Orr's Island, Maine.
The ceremony was officiated by the Rev. George Abosamra. Kenneth Dickerman, brother of the bride, played guitar and sang a solo at the ceremony.
Given away by her father, the bride wore a white, sleeveless sheath dress and carried a bouquet of long-stemmed white tulips.
Angela Spack, sister of the bride, served as matron of honor. Sarah M. Dickerman, sister of the bride, was the program and guest book attendant.
Hunter Spack, nephew of the bride, served as ring bearer, and Alexandra Johnson, daughter of the groom, served as flower girl.
Wade Johnson, brother of the groom, was the best man.
Alvin Dickerman Jr. and Kenneth Dickerman, brothers of the bride, served as ushers.
A reception was held on Bailey Island at Library Hall. The three-tiered, white wedding cake, topped with fresh flowers, was designed by Angela Spack.
Following a week-long wedding trip in Fort Lauderdale and Key West, Fla., the couple reside in Bailey Island.
The bride is the daughter of Marsha B. Dickerman and Alvin W. Dickerman Sr. of Bethlehem, N.H. She is a 1986 graduate of Profile High School, and a 1990 graduate of Gordon College in Wenham, Mass.
The groom is the son of Steven Johnson of Orr's Island, Maine, and Louise Livernois of Ormond Beach, Fla. He is employed as a lobsterman.
