Posted 12/26/2004
McNeal, Noumane to exchange vows
BOSTON, Mass. — Raven Virginia McNeal and Taoufik Noumane, both of Boston, are engaged to be married.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of Vance and Terry McNeal, Ada, and the granddaughter of Lorena McNeal, Ada. A 1997 graduate of Ada High School and a graduate of the University of Oklahoma, she is employed at the Langham Hotel, Boston.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of Fattouma Azzam Rahali, Casablanca, Morocco, and the late Mohammed Noumane. A graduate of L’ecole Francaise D’ enseignement Technique, Casablanca, he is also employed at the Langham Hotel, Boston.
A wedding date has not been set at this time.
Stefan, Pettett to wed January 23
THE COLONY, Texas — Casey Jane Stefan, Coppell, and Jason Jack Pettett, Denison, will exchange wedding vows Jan. 23, 2005, at The Tribute Golf Links, The Colony. Michael Patton will officiate the 2 p.m. ceremony.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of Bruce and Billie Stefan, Irving. A 1997 graduate of Coppell High School and a 2001 graduate of Texas A&M University, she is employed at Stonebriar Community Church, Frisco, and works in high school ministry.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of Jack and Zenobia Pettett, Stonewall, Okla. A 1991 graduate of Ada High School, a 1995 graduate of Oklahoma Baptist University, and a 1997 graduate of the University of Central Arkansas, he is employed at the Texoma Medical Center, Denison.
Posted 12/19/2004
Matthiesen, Tracy exchange vows
ADA — Monya Matthiesen, San Angelo, Texas, and Chae Tracy, Ada, were united in marriage Sept. 18, 2004, at the home of Gary and Chris Purcell in Norman. Judge Gary Purcell, uncle of the groom, officiated the 6:30 p.m. ceremony; Josh O’Neal, Ada, played the acoustic guitar; and Drew Smith, Greensboro, N.C., sang.
The bride is the daughter of Steven and Melony Matthiesen, Jake Powell, all of San Angelo, Texas and the late Glenda Powell, and the granddaughter of Bernice Fuchs, Rowena, Texas, the late Kenneth Fuchs, Bernice Matthiesen, Miles, Texas, and the late Victor Matthiesen.
The bridegroom is the son of Terry and Cayla Tracy, Ada, and the grandson of Barbara Aubrey, Ada, the late Bob Aubrey, Andrew “Dock” Tracy, Ada, and the late Elnora “Wink” Tracy.
Matrons of honor were Amber Moreland and Ali Geron, both of San Angelo. Maid of honor was Breca Tracy, sister of the bridegroom, Ada. Bridesmaids were Jennifer Collier and Emily Boothe, cousin of the bride, both of San Angelo, Jaime Strube, Erica Fuchs, both cousins of the bride, and both of Rowena, Texas, Amanda Pelletier, cousin of the bride, Corpus Christi, Texas, and Ashlee Millican, cousin of the bride, Robert Lee, Texas.
Terry Folte, Salina, Kansas, served as best man. Groomsmen were Thomas Criswell, Phoenix, Ariz., Jeff Johnston, Farifax, Va., Cody Roberts, Zane Morris, both of Ada, Jon Stephenson Jr., Brent Hanford, T.J. White, all of Dallas, Texas, and Matt Fleet, St. Petersburg, Fla.
Other attendants included ushers were Brad Purcell, and Michael Purcell, cousins of the bridegroom, and both of Norman; junior bridesmaid Sherry Schmiedekamp, cousin of the bride, San Angelo; junior groomsmen Bryce Matthiesen, and Briley Matthiesen, brothers of the bride, and both of San Angelo; and photographers, Leslie Harper, Fayetteville, Ark., and Channing Ross, Atlanta, Ga.
Guestbook attendant at the reception was Katie Purcell, cousin of the bridegroom, Norman.
Davis, McDowell to marry Dec. 31
BLAIR — Crystal Nichole Davis, Blair, and Jess Tyler McDowell, Headrick, will exchange wedding vows Dec. 31, 2004, at the First Baptist Church, Blair.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of Mike and Shearl Davis, Blair, and the granddaughter of Paul and Evelyn Long, Altus, and George and Wanda Davis, Blair. A 2001 graduate of Altus High School, she attends Southwestern University. She plans to graduate in June 2005 with a degree in physical therapy.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of Jess and Rajena McDowell, Stroud, and the grandson of Winona Williams, Fitzhugh, the late Steve Williams, the late Richard Harrison, and the late Opal Cox. A 2000 graduate of Depew High School, attends Wester Oklahoma State College, majoring in education. He is also the pastor of First Baptist Church, Headrick.
Posted 12/12/2004
Davis, McDowell to wed December 31
BLAIR — Crystal Nichole Davis, Blair, and Jess Tyler McDowell, Headrick, will exchange wedding vows Dec. 31, 2004, at the First Baptist Church, Blair.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of Mike and Shearl Davis, Blair, and the granddaughter of Paul and Evelyn Long, Altus, and George and Wanda Davis, Blair. A 2001 graduate of Altus High School, she is now attending Southwestern University. She plans to graduate in June of 2005, with a degree in physical therapy.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of Jess and Rajena McDowell, Stroud, and the grandson of Winona Williams, Fitzhugh, the late Steve Williams, the late Richard Harrison, and the late Opal Cox. A 2000 graduate of Depew High School, he is currently attending Wester Oklahoma State College, majoring in education. He is also the pastor of the First Baptist Church, Headrick.
Posted 11/28/2004
Nichols, Ingram marry August 25
ADA — Rachel Nichols and Robert Ingram, both of Ada, were united in marriage Aug. 25, 2004, at Destin, Fla.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Nichols, previously of Pauls Valley, but now residing at Stonewall.
The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Ingram, Ada.
The bride attended East Central University, and Mid-American Vo-tech where she received her licensed practical nurse’s diploma. She is employed at Citizen’s Bank.
The bridegroom is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma, where he received a bachelor of arts degree in public affairs and administration. He is employed with the Chickasaw Nation, division of housing and tribal development.
The couple have made their home in Ada.
Collins, Williams to marry Nov. 27
ARLINGTON, Texas — Monica Christine Collins, Arlington, and Roger Lance Williams, Mansfield, exchanged wedding vows Nov. 27, at Park Row Church of Christ, at 7 p.m.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of Allyn Morris Collins, Arlington, and Mr. and Mrs. Toby Collins, Northfield, Minn. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Collins, Ada, Okla., Dorothy Morris, Dodge City, Kan., and the late Brad Morris.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of Sherry Stone Williams, Mansfield, and Mr. and Mrs. Roger Williams, Lewisville, and the grandson of Sue Pipes, Buffalo, the late Dorris Stone, and the late Mr. and Mrs. James Cyrus Williams.
Stark, Wiseman to unite December 4
ADA — Rachel Stark, Ada, and Brett Wiseman, Houston, Texas, will exchange vows Dec. 4 at Trinity Baptist Church. Chris Snowden will officiate the 4 p.m. ceremony.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of David and Trina Stark, Ada. She is the granddaughter of Pat and Jerry Peay and Tom Stark, all of Ada, and Peggy Stark, McAlester; and great-granddaughter of R.B. and Nina Tiffin, Vanoss. She is a 2000 graduate of Ada High School and 2004 graduate of East Central University.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of Bill and Brenda Wiseman, Houston, and grandson of Pete and Mae Cunningham, Canyon Lake, Texas. He is a 2000 graduate of Elkins High School, Houston, and 2004 graduate of the University of Mary-Hardin Baylor, Belton, Texas.
Olivo, Beasley to wed March 19
ALLEN — Lana Suzette Olivo, Allen, and John Matthew Beasley, Tulsa, will exchange wedding vows March 19, 2005.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of Terry and Tacy Olivo, Allen. A graduate of Oklahoma State University, she is currently working on her doctorate in clinical child psychology at the University of Kansas.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of John and Harriet Beasley, Forth Smith, Ark. His is a graduate of the University of Tulsa and received his MBA from St. Edwards University. He is the CFO of Fadler Food Company in Tulsa.
Posted 11/21/2004
Olivo, Beasley to wed in March 19 ceremony
ALLEN — Lana Suzette Olivo, Allen, and John Matthew Beasley, Tulsa, Ark., will exchange wedding vows March 19, 2004.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of Terry and Tacy Olivo, Allen. A graduate of Oklahoma State University, she is currently working on her doctorate in clinical child psychology at the University of Kansas.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of John and Harriet Beasley, Forth Smith, Ark. His is a graduate of the University of Tulsa and received his MBA from St. Edwards University. He is the CFO of Fadler Food Company in Tulsa.
Posted 10/7/2004
Endicott, Fratrick to exchange vows
Jenna Beth Endicott and Michael Drew Fratrick, both of Carrollton, Texas will exchange marriage vows on Sunday, Oct. 10, 2004, at 6:30 p.m. at Wintersmith Lodge and Park.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of Gary and Judy Endicott, Stratford, and the granddaughter of Mildred Stonecipher, Stratford, the late Rev. L.D. Stonecipher, the late Golden and Maxine Endicott.
She is a 2002 graduate of Stratford High School, and is employed at Tia’s in Carrollton.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of the late Lovetta Fratrick, and the grandson of the late Rosie and Morris Gillette.
He is a 1995 graduate of Washington High School, and is employed at Fastneal in Carrollton.
In January, the couple will make their home in Edmond. The bride-to-be will resume her studies at UCO.
James, Castleberry to wed October 9
ADA — Kelli Marie James, Lone Grove, and Matthew Castleberry, Ada, will wed Oct. 9, 2004, with Paul Schellhorn officiating.The bride-to-be is the daughter of Mike and Debbie James, Lone Grove. She is a graduate of Long Grove High School, and a graduate of East Central University, and is currently employed at Dr. Kent Morris Chiropractic, in Ardmore. She is a member of Lake Country Church of Christ.The bridegroom-elect is the son of Robert and Susan Castleberry, Ada. He is a graduate of Ada High School, and a graduate of ECU, and is currently employed at Southwest Silicon Industries, Ardmore. He is a member of Lake Country Church of Christ.
Posted 10/3/2004
Boatwright, Ahrend marry
ADA — Mindy Lea Boatwright and T.S. Ahrend, both of Oklahoma City, were united in marriage July 24, 2004, at First Baptist Church, Ada. Todd Thompson officiated the 6 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Dale and Marcia Boatwright, Ada, and the granddaughter of Tom and Merle Boatwright and Juanita Ratliff, all of Ada.
The bridegroom is the son of Sue Ahrend, Golden, Colo., and the late Dr. Thomas R.
Ahrend, and the grandson of William Elliot, Sr., Little Rock, Ark.
The bride was given in marriage by her father.
Serving as Matron of honor was Emily Wolff McFatridge, Katy, Texas. Maid of honor was Whitney Sanders, Lewisville, Texas; bridesmaids were Heidi Warren Sivils, Sallisaw, Amy Hisle Linn, Lakeland, Fla., Pamela Watkins Beard, Oklahoma City, and Amy Evans Boatwright, sister-in-law of the bride, Ada.
Chris Turan, cousin of the bridegroom, Oklahoma City, served as best man. Groomsmen were Sam Ahrend, brother of the bridegroom, Little Rock, Brent Boatwright, brother-in-law of the bridegroom, Bryant Redwine, and Dustin Johnson, all of Ada, and Bryan Roehl, Stillwater.
Other attendants included ushers Chad Key, Ada, and Trey Southerland, Oklahoma City.
A reception, hosted by the parents of the bride, was held at Oak Hills Golf and Country Club. Reception assistants were Meredith Hughes, Oklahoma City, and Melissa Hensley Price, McAlester.
Following a wedding trip to Playa del Carmen, Mexico, the couple has made their home in Oklahoma City.
McDonough, Wells unite
ADA — Kelly McDonough, Norman, and Matthew Wells, Denison, Texas, were married June 19, 2004, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Ada. The Rev. Ray Ackerman officiated the 2 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Kevin McDonough, Lexington, and Mary Krause, Ada, and the granddaughter of Leora Gallup, Ada, and Veronica McDonough, Leesburg, Va.
The bridegroom is the son of Ken Wells and Vicki Wells, both of Denison, Texas, and the grandson of Pat and Bud Rushing, Denison.
Serving as matron of honor was Kimberly McDonough, sister of the bride, Norman. Bridesmaid was Ashlee Burnett, Dallas, Texas. Junior bridesmaids were Allison Krause, sister of the bride, Ada, and Katie McDonough, sister of the bride, Lexington, Ky.
Matthew Broyles, Dallas, served as best man. Groomsmen were Nick Wells, brother of the groom, Lubbock, Texas, and Kurt Wells, brother of the groom, Denison.
Other attendants included ushers Jason McKimmey, Suffolk, Va., John McKimmey, Waterford, Va., Josh Wood, Stratford, and Jason Huffenburger, Dallas; and Lectors Allison Lindley, Tucson, Ariz., and Raelene Aldridge, Houston, Texas.
A rehearsal dinner, hosted by the parents of the groom, was held at Papa Georgio’s Italian Restaurant, and a reception, hosted by the parents of the bride, was held at Elks Lodge, Ada. Reception assistants were Ky Payton and Jill Devereaux, both of cousins of the bride, and both from Oklahoma City, and Jacey Devereaux, cousin of the bride, Grand Prairie, Texas.
Following a wedding trip to Nassau Bahamas, the couple has made their home in Norman.
