Posted 6/27/2004
Harlin, Mabry unite in marriage
PARIS, Texas — Heather Ann Harlin became the bride of Lt. Brian Scott Mabry at 3 p.m. Saturday, May 29, 2004, at The Wise House, Paris, Texas.
Given in marriage by her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Puckett, the bride wore a strapless satin a-line gown with beaded embroidery and a low asymmetrical split back adorned with three rosettes. A pearl and crystal tiara held her satin edged chapel length veil. Standing with the bride and groom was the groom’s daughter, Mara Mabry.
The bride is the daughter of Johnny and Leigh Puckett and the late Curtis C. Harlin, III. She is the granddaughter of Duane and Darla Doane, Ada, Okla., Curtis C. and Mary Harlin of Myrtle Beach, S.C., Gaston and Roberta Puckett of Bogata, and the late Ray and Judy Bramlett. She is a graduate of North Lamar High School and Paris Junior College and will attend nursing school this fall at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
The bridegroom is the father of Mara Mabry and the son of Max and Ginger Mabry. He graduated from North Lamar High School and Stephen F. Austin State University. He is currently with the 50th Air Squadron stationed at Little Rock Air Force Base in Little Rock.
Following a wedding trip to Negril, Jamaica, the couple will reside in Little Rock.
Geister, Cooper wed May 29
EDMOND — Jamie Geister, Edmond, and James K. Cooper III, Ada, were united as man and wife May 29, 2004, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. The Rev. Louis R. Vanderley officiated the 3 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Geister III, Edmond. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James K. Cooper II, Ada.
The bride was given in marriage by her father. Emily Kern, Edmond, served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Heather Hill, Kari Koehn, both of Norman, Ashlee Gibson, Dallas, Texas, Julie Woodward, Rachel Johnston, both of Oklahoma City, Kinsey Parker and Cari Ashlock, both of Edmond.
John Cooper, brother of the bridegroom, Ada, served as best man. Groom’s attendants were Toby Leddy, Preston O’Brien, Adam Stout, Bron Warren, all of Ada, Trevor Tullius, Norman, Beau Brumfield, Enid, and Allen Hoerman, Owasso.
Other wedding attendants included Lindsay Peterson, Oklahoma City, Lauren Adkins, Norman, Kelly Johnson, Tulsa, and Savanah Earnest, Alva.
A reception, hosted by the parents of the bride, was held at the Petroleum Club of Oklahoma City.
The couple has made their home in Tulsa following a trip to Maui, Hawaii. The bride is a treasury analyst with The Sem Group and the bridegroom works as an investment specialist with Adams Hall Investment Management.
Fuller, Eidson to unite in marriage July 31
ADA — Misty Dawn Fuller and Matthew Clark Eidson, both of Ada, will exchange wedding vows July 31, 2004, at Trinity Baptist Church. Ray Talbott and Rusty Fuller, father of the bride-elect, will conduct the 6 p.m. ceremony.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of Rusty and LuAnn Fuller, Ada, and the granddaughter of William and Mary Fuller, Shawnee, and the late Edward and Lucille Shieldnight. She is a 2000 graduate of Byng High School and obtained a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Oklahoma Baptist University in May 2004. She is employed as a fifth-grade teacher at Horace Mann Elementary School, Shawnee.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of David and Sherry Eidson, Ada, and the grandson of Dwight and Sherry Eidson, Ada, and Robert and Mary Cannon, Choctaw. A 2001 graduate of Ada High School, he attended East Central University, majoring in biology. He will be attending the University of Oklahoma Health and Science Center in the fall and is currently employed at Rhynes and Rhodes Furniture.
Presley, Haddock to exchange vows
BEAUFORT, S.C. — Traci Renee´ Presley, Beaufort, formerly of Ada, Okla., and Christopher James Haddock, Sheldon, will unite in marriage July 10, 2004, at 4 p.m. at Grays Hill Baptist Church.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of Jack Presley, Kingston, Okla., and Susan Presley, Beaufort. She attended Byng High School and is a 2001 graduate of Agape Christian Academy, Beaufort. She is also a 2004 graduate of Technical College of the Low Country and currently attends Park University majoring in business management. She is employed at Island Carpet and Flooring.
The prospective bridegroom is the son of Donald Haddock, Kingsland, Ga., and Rosemary Ives, Beaufort. He is a 1995 graduate of Battery Creek High School and is employed at SCE&G as a lineman.
Katz, Sherry to wed
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Beth Katz, Kansas City, formerly of Ada, and Michael Sherry, Kansas City, will unite in marriage Aug. 15, 2004, at Congregation Beth Shalom, Kansas City.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of Helen and Henry Katz, Ada. She obtained a bachelor’s degree in business administration in 1989 and a master’s degree in business administration in 1993 from the University of Oklahoma. She is currently employed as a client services accountant with the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of Judy and Steve Sherry, Kansas City. He is a 1987 graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a double major in journalism and political science. He received a master’s degree in journalism in 2002 from the University of Missouri-Columbia and is a reporter for The Kansas City Star.
Leach, Shaw to unite in summer ceremony
EDMOND — Erin Liegerot Leach, Edmond, and James Howard Shaw Jr., Hollywood, Fla., will exchange wedding vows July 24, 2004, at Dataw Island, Beaufort, S.C.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Howard Embree, Edmond, and Mr. and Mrs. Clyde E. Leach, Ada. She is a graduate of Deer Creek High School, Edmond, and Baylor University, Waco, Texas, where she was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. She holds a bachelor of fine arts degree in studio art and is currently an art teacher in Houston, Texas.
The prospective bridegroom is the son of James Howard Shaw, Fort Worth, Texas, and Helene Holstead Shaw, Ruston, La. A graduate of Cedar Creek School, Ruston, and the University of Oklahoma, Norman, he holds a bachelor’s degree in communication. He is currently a science teacher in Miami, Fla.
Posted 6/20/2004
Blatchford, Matthews to wed Saturday
ADA — Jami Blatchford and Craig Matthews, both of Ada, will unite in marriage June 26, 2004, at First Christian Church. John Haynes will officiate the 3 p.m. ceremony.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of James and Carolyn Blatchford, Ark City, Kan. She is employed at Matthews Salon.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of Danny and Ann Matthews, Ada, and Dan and Dixie King, Tallahassee, Fla. He is employed as a supervisor at Powerlift Foundation Repair.
Katz, Sherry to wed Aug. 15 in Kansas City
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Beth Katz, Kansas City, formerly of Ada, Okla., and Michael Sherry, Kansas City, will unite in marriage Aug. 15, 2004, at Congregation Beth Shalom, Kansas City.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of Helen and Henry Katz, Ada. She obtained a bachelor’s degree in administration in 1989 and a master’s degree in administration in 1993 from the University of Oklahoma. She is currently employed as a client services accountant with the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of Judy and Steve Sherry, Kansas City. He is a 1987 graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a double major in journalism and political science. He received a master’s degree in journalism in 2002 from the University of Missouri-Columbia and is a reporter for The Kansas City Star.
Posted 6/13/2004
Roland, Keefer to wed
FRANCIS — Priscilla Jentrea´ Roland, Francis, and Tommy Keefer, Sasakwa, will unite in marriage July 17, 2004, at Thomas Ranch. Tommy Landrith will officiate the 7:30 p.m. ceremony.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of Darrell and Jennifer Roland, Francis. She attended Byng Schools for 13 years and participated in varsity basketball and varsity softball. A 2001 graduate of Byng High School, she is currently a hairstylist at JaCheJe’s Day Spa.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of Tony and Kristi Keefer, Sasakwa. He attended Sasakwa Schools, graduated from Byng High School in 2001 and was an active participant in varsity basketball and varsity baseball. He attended Conners Junior College and now attends Oklahoma State University on a baseball scholarship.
Posted 6/6/2004
Boatwright, Ahrend to exchange vows
ADA—Mindy Lea Boatwright and T.S. Ahrend, both of Oklahoma City, will unite in marriage July 24, 2004, at First Baptist Church, Ada. Todd Thomsen will officiate the 6 p.m. ceremony.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of Dale and Marcia Boatwright, Ada. A 1996 graduate of Ada High School, she completed bachelor of science degrees in biology and chemistry at East Central University in 2001. She currently attends the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of Sue Ahrend, Golden, Colo., and the late Dr. Thomas R. Ahrend. Also a 1996 graduate of Ada High School, he received a bachelor of science degree in biology from ECU in 2001 and has done postgraduate work at the University of Oklahoma and the University of Central Oklahoma.
DuMond, Manuel to wed June 25
ADA — Amy J. DuMond and Terry D. Manuel, both of Ada, will exchange wedding vows June 25, 2004, at High Hill Baptist Church. Curt Rogers will officiate the 7 p.m. ceremony.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of LaDonna DuMond, Soldier, Iowa, and the late Randall DuMond. She is employed at Pre-Paid Legal Services.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of Diane Lanoy, Ada, and Marion Manuel Jr., Stratford. He is employed at Clarksville Refrigerated Lines, Pauls Valley.
Price, Young to unite in marriage June 12
SULPHUR — Mendy Lee Price, Sulphur, and Casey John Young, Frederick, will exchange wedding vows June 12, 2004, at the Murray County Expo Center. Bart Conley will officiate the 2 p.m. ceremony.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of Kaye Price, Sulphur, and the late Charles Price. A 1997 graduate of Sulphur High School, she is employed at Pontotoc Production Company Inc., as human resources representative.
The prospective bridegroom is the son of John and Cindy Young, Lone Grove. He is a 1994 graduate of Lone Grove High School and a 2000 graduate of East Central University and holds a bachelor of science degree in biology. He is employed at the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation as a game warden in Tillman County.
Ryan, Hayes to become man and wife
ADA — Amanda Ryan, Fittstown, and Derek Hayes, Ada, will become man and wife June 18, 2004, at Harvest Time Fellowship. Nathan Durant will officiate the 6:30 p.m. ceremony.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of Stephen and Arnita Ryan, Fittstown. She is a 2004 graduate of McLish High School and will attend East Central University in the fall.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of Leta Hayes, Ada, and the late Danny Hayes. He attended Latta Schools and was a 2003 graduate of McLish High School. He currently attends East Central University.
Posted 5/302004
Erven, Alexander to wed July 1
ADA — Tech sergeant Brandy A. Erven, Clark Fork, Idaho, and Staff Sergeant Chris Alexander, Ada, will be united in marriage July 1, 2004, at Charleston Air Force Base Chapel, Charleston, S.C. James Tims will officiate the 7 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Roger and Pamela Best, Keizer, Ore., and the granddaughter of Hank and Darlene Best, Clark Fork, and George and Maxine Green, Keizer. A 1991 graduate of Clark Fork High School, she obtained an associate’s degrees in personal administration and aircraft maintenance technology from the Community College of the Air Force. She was a member of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Air Demonstration Squadron based at Nellis AFB, Nevada, and is currently stationed at Charleston AFB, Charleston, S.C.
The prospective bridegroom is the son of Ronny and Frances Alexander, Ada, and the grandson of Charles and Pat Forehand, Nadine Alexander, both of Ada, and the late A.D. Alexander. Following his 1991 graduation from Latta High School where he lettered four years in baseball, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and recently finished a three-year tour with the Thunderbirds Air Demonstration Squadron based at Nellis AFB as the logistics coordinator. He is currently pursuing an associate’s degree in business administration at the Community College of the Air Force. He is stationed at Charleston AFB.
Matthiesen, Tracy to exchange vows
ADA — Monya Leigh Matthiesen, San Angelo, Texas, and Christopher Chae Tracy, Ada, will wed Sept. 18, 2004, at Norman. Judge Gary M. Purcell will officiate the ceremony.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of the late Glenda Powell, Jake Powell, and Steve and Melony Matthiesen, all of San Angelo. A 1998 graduate of Central High School, San Angelo, she attended San Angelo State University from 1998-2001 where she served on the student alumni board and was a member of the National Chemical Society and the Biology Club. She currently attends Parker College of Chiropractic where she serves as student representative, Sportsman Society treasurer, and is a member of the Nutrition Club, the Pediatric Association, the American Chiropractic Association, the Community Health Outreach and the International Chiropractic Association. She is scheduled to graduate in August 2004 with a doctor of chiropractic degree.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of Terry and Cayla Tracy, Ada. A 1996 graduate of Ada High School, he attended the University of Oklahoma in 1996-97 where he was a member of the President Leadership Class, Crison Club, Kappa Alpha Order fraternity and served as intrafraternity council intramural chair. He then transferred to East Central University, 1997-2000, where he served as student senate vice president and was a member of Bio-Med/Tri Beta and the Field Biology Club. He currently attends Parker College of Chiropractic and is a member of the Student Body Association cabinet, American Chiropractic Association, International Chiropractic Association, Community Health Outreach and the Nutrition Club. He is founder of the Sportsman Society, serves as academic and professional standards student representative, and student tour guide. He is also scheduled to graduate in August 2004 with a doctor of chiropractic degree and a bachelor of science degree in anatomy.
Smoot, Dunnigan to unite in marriage
ADA — Jennifer Marie Smoot and James DeWayne Dunnigan, both of Ada, will exchange wedding vows July 10, 2004, at Union Valley Baptist Church. Randall Christy will officiate the 6:30 p.m. ceremony.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of James and Mary Smoot, Ada. A 2001 graduate of Latta High School, she is currently employed at Ada Outpatient Clinic.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of Steve and Karen Dunnigan. A 2003 graduate of Latta High School, he is currently employed at the Chickasaw Nation Housing Authority.
Sparks, Eubanks to wed Saturday
ADA — Cassie Jean Sparks, Hartshorne, and Bobby Joe Eubanks, Ada, will exchange wedding vows June 5, 2004, at Bowers Baptist Church, east of Hartshorne. Leon Davidson will officiate the 2 p.m. ceremony.
The bride-to-be is the daughter of Carl and Delores Sparks, Wilburton, and the granddaughter of Irene Evicks, Hartshorne, and the late Adam Evicks and the late Winefred and Laura Sparks. A 2000 graduate of Hartshorne High School and a 2002 graduate of Eastern Oklahoma State College, Wilburton, she is a senior at Oklahoma State University and is scheduled to graduate with a bachelor’s degree in health promotions in December 2004.
The bridegroom-elect is the son of Joe and Sue Eubanks, Ada, and the grandson of Lavanda Cooper, Lula, and the late Isaac Cooper and the late Edith Hunt. A 2000 graduate of Latta High School, he attended East Central University, Ada, until he was deployed to Egypt with the Army National Guard. Although still serving in the National Guard, he plans to return to college to pursue a degree in business.
The couple plans to establish their home in Wilburton.
