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Jennifer Luz Dustin &
Christopher Ryan Blanton
Jennifer Luz Dustin and Christopher Ryan Blanton, both of Fayetteville, were married
at 3 p.m. on September 28, 2002, at The Belmont House in Haymount with Pastor Eddie Wood officiating.
The bride is the daughter of Luz Dustin of Fort Worth, Texas, and the late Maj. Richard Dustin. The groom’s parents are Renate Blanton and Mr. and Mrs. Michael Blanton, all of Fayetteville.
The bride was escorted by her uncle, Dean Whitmer of Fayetteville. The maids of honor were the bride’s friends, Christy Bullard and Shelley Bennett. The bridesmaids were Brandie Perez of West Hampton, N.J.; Mary Dustin of Fort Worth, Texas; Nichole Miller and Pamala Martin, both of Fayetteville; and Heather Ell of Minot, N.D. The flower girls were Brianna Jackson and Haleigh Martin. The ring bearer was Gabriel Blanton.
The best man was the groom’s friend, Jackie Sluder of Fayetteville. The groomsmen were Chad Blanton, William Blanton, Todd Jackson and Jeff Jackson, all of Fayetteville; Jason Dustin of Fort Worth, Texas; and Clay Nepstad of Parisburg, Va.
The bride is a graduate of Pine Forest Senior High School in Fayetteville and is an apprentice optician and sales supervisor with Lenscrafters in Fayetteville.
The groom is a graduate of E.E. Smith High School and Fayetteville State University. He is a sales representative with Blanton Heating and Air Conditioning.
After a honeymoon trip to Cancun, Mexico, the couple plans to live in Fayetteville.
Tina E'lise McMillan &
Frank Dumas III
JAMESTOWN — Tina E’lise McMillan of Wendell and Frank Dumas III of Ellerbe were married
at 6 p.m. on August 31, 2002, at The Castle McCulloch. Brother Paul Mason officiated.
The bride is the daughter of Helen Hughey and William McMillan, both of Fayetteville. She is the stepdaughter of Dennis Hughey of Fayetteville. The groom’s parents are Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dumas of Ellerbe.
The bride was escorted by her brother, Derrick McMillan of Japan. The maid of honor was the bride’s sister, Erica Hughey of Fayetteville. The bridesmaids were Gina Evans of Manassas, Va., and Rochelle Taylor and Martesa Williams, both of Raleigh. The flower girl was Aynaiaya Morris and the ring bearer was Charles H. Geter.
The best man was the groom’s brother, Nathaniel Dumas of Durham. The groomsmen were Andre Nicholson and Nsilo Reddick, both of Atlanta, Ga., and Chuck Paylin of Raleigh.
The bride received her bachelor’s degree in biology from Pembroke State University. She is a laboratory support technical supervisor with Bayer Corp.
The groom earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from Fayetteville State University. He is a scientist with Diosynth in Research Triangle Park.
After a honeymoon trip to Hawaii, the couple settled in Raleigh.
Karen Elizabeth Melvin &
Billy Ray Davis
Karen Elizabeth Melvin of Fayetteville and Billy Ray Davis of Hope Mills were married
at 4 p.m. on September 28, 2002, at Cape Fear Baptist Church in Fayetteville. The Rev. Michael Grossman officiated.
The bride is the daughter of Glenda Minges of Fayetteville and the late Claude Earl Melvin Jr. She is the stepdaughter of Brett Minges of Fayetteville. The groom’s parents are Linda Davis of Hope Mills and the late David Davis.
The bride was escorted by her stepfather. The matron of honor was Angela Melvin. The bridesmaids were Melinda Davis of Hope Mills and Kate Haigh, Jessica Rittler, Jayme Pate and Abby Pate, all of Fayetteville.
The best man was the groom’s uncle, Terry Canady of Lumber Bridge. The groomsmen were Daniel Melvin and Mitchell Melvin, both of Fayetteville; Aaron Wilson and Clifton White, both of Hope Mills; and Dustin Canady of Wilmington.
The bride is a student at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke.
The groom is a lineman with Progress Energy: CP&L.
The couple settled in Hope Mills.
Christina Ann Nielsen &
Drew Douglas Tatum
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Christina Ann Nielsen of Fayetteville and Drew Douglas Tatum of Sumter, S.C., were married
at 10:15 a.m. on September 21, 2002, at Charleston Chapel. Chaplain Henry Lovelady officiated.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Nielsen of Safety Harbor, Fla. The groom’s parents are Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Tatum of Clovis, N.M.
The bride was escorted by her father. The bridesmaids were Laurie Freeman of Mexico City, Mexico; PaiLing Gee of Chicago, Ill.; Brooke Pomerhn of Bradenton, Fla.; Courtney Ellis of Charlotte, N.C.; and Rebecca Hevia of New Orleans, La.
The best men were the groom’s brother, Scott Tatum of Norman, Okla.; and the bride’s brother, Brian Nielsen of San Diego, Calif. The groomsmen were Brett Hart of Denver, Colo.; Ryan Collins of Austin, Texas; Gary Simms of Salina, Texas; and Eric Marsh of Washington, D.C.
The bride received two bachelor’s degrees and her juris doctorate degree from the University of Florida in Gainesville. She is a judge advocate with the U.S. Air Force stationed at Pope Air Force Base, N.C.
The groom received his bachelor’s degree from the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque and his juris doctorate degree from the University of Tulsa in Oklahoma. He is a judge advocate with the U.S. Air Force stationed at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C.
After a honeymoon trip to the Eastern Caribbean, the couple will be settling in San Antonio, Texas.
Amy Michelle Osbourne &
Wesley Wayne Tart
Amy Michelle Osbourne of Fayetteville and Wesley Wayne Tart of Benson were married
at 3 p.m. on October 26, 2002, at Salem United Methodist Church in Fayetteville. The Rev. Robert Flynn and the Rev. Jay Winston officiated.
The bride is the daughter of Alice Osbourne of Fayetteville and Mackie Osbourne of Florence, S.C. She is the stepdaughter of Vickie Osbourne of Florence, S.C. The groom’s parents are Mr. and Mrs. Roy Tart of Four Oaks.
The bride was escorted by her father. The maid of honor was the bride’s sorority sister, Crystal Allen of Greensboro. The matron of honor was the bride’s friend, Kelley Walker of Greensboro. The bridesmaids were Brandi Osborne and Jennifer Jackson of Fayetteville; Kimberly Pearce of Raleigh; Rita Lovick of Wade; Jennifer King of Wilmington; and Angie Carter of Stedman. The honorary bridesmaids were Kelly Tripp of Ash; Jennifer Moore and Reagan Tew, both of Fayetteville; and Ashley Grier of Pembroke. The junior bridesmaid was the bride’s step-niece, Candace Spivey of Bennettsville, S.C. The flower girl was the bride’s cousin, Ashley Hill of Wilson, and the ring bearer also was the bride’s cousin, Lucas Hill of Wilson.
The best man was the groom’s father. The groomsmen were Lee Osbourne of Southern Pines; Woody Allen, Kenneth Blackmon and Travis Johnson, all of Benson; Brian Johnson and Mark Lassiter, both of Four Oaks; and Paul Griffin of Dunn.
The bride is a graduate of Cape Fear High School in Fayetteville. She received her bachelor’s degree in mass communications with a concentration in public relations from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. She is employed by the State Employees’ Credit Union in Benson.
The groom is a graduate of South Johnston High School in Benson. He is an elevator and amusement device inspector with the North Carolina Department of Labor in Raleigh.
After a honeymoon trip to Cancun, Mexico, the couple plans to live in Benson.
Helen Darby Whitfield &
Allen James Bass III
Helen Darby Whitfield and Allen James Bass III, both of Fayetteville, were married
at 4 p.m. on October 26, 2002, at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Fayetteville. The Rev. Raymond Brown officiated.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Norman Albert Whitfield Jr. of Fayetteville. The groom’s parents are Mrs. Charles Robert Donau of Fayetteville and Allen James Bass Jr. of Clinton. He is the stepson of Mrs. Allen James Bass Jr. of Clinton and Charles Robert Donau of Fayetteville.
The bride was escorted by her father. The maid of honor was the bride’s friend, Lesley Yaeger of Charlotte. The bridesmaids were Kendra Andrews of Chapel Hill; Ashley Bass of Fayetteville; Mandy Bullard and Leigh Wampler, both of Wilmington; Sarah Fields of Charlotte; and Kathie Gallina of Washington, D.C. The ring bearer was Parker Eason.
The best man was the groom’s friend, Michael Turner of Morehead City. The groomsmen were Kris Bolden of Athens, Ga.; Marc Cochran of Atlanta, Ga.; Matt Hawkins and Brian Whitfield, both of Charlotte; Jake Kitchener of Raleigh; and Parker Watson of Fuquay-Varina.
The bride is a graduate of Terry Sanford High School in Fayetteville. She received her bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is a registered nurse with Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville.
The groom is a graduate of Terry Sanford High School in Fayetteville. He received his bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
After a honeymoon trip to Hawaii, the couple plans to live in Fayetteville.
Sharon Marie Whitley &
Christopher Todd Brower
Sharon Marie Whitley of Spring Lake and Christopher Todd Brower of Vass were married
at 3 p.m. on August 31, 2002, at North Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Fayetteville. Mr. James Bethea Jr. officiated.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ronold Brothers of Norfolk, Va., and the late James R. Whitley. Her spiritual parents are Mr. and Mrs. James Bethea Jr. of Spring Lake and Julia G. Graham of Fayetteville. The groom’s parents are Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Brower of Vass.
The bride was escorted by her stepfather. The maid of honor was the bride’s friend, Janet Brown of Spring Lake. The matron of honor was Mildred Bethea. The bridesmaids were Delma Burgess of Spring Lake and Stefanie Edwards of Fayetteville. The junior bridesmaids were Deadra Brown and Shanequa Moore, both of Spring Lake. The flower girl was the groom’s niece, Kayla McBride of Muskegon, Mich., and the ring bearer was the bride’s son, Dominique Whitley of Spring Lake.
The best man was the groom’s father. The groomsmen were Antonio Burgess of Spring Lake and Troy Edwards Jr. of Fayetteville.
After a honeymoon trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., and Norfolk, Va., the couple settled in Vass.
Mr. & Mrs. Andersen
Celebrating 1 Year
Sandra D. Andersen and Bobby W. Andersen of Fayetteville celebrated their first wedding anniversary on October 27, 2002, with a sit-down dinner. Mr. and Mrs. Andersen were married
on October 27, 2001, at Judson Baptist Church. They have one child, Travis J. Andersen of Fayetteville.
Mr. & Mrs. Autry
Celebrating 50 Years
Peggy Jean Autry and Douglas Autry of Autryville celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on October 5, 2002, with a sit-down dinner hosted by their children and their spouses at the Stedman Community Building. Mr. and Mrs. Autry were married
on October 4, 1952, in Dillon, S.C. They have four children, Gail Owens of Autryville, Jimmy Autry of Hope Mills, Larry Autry of Fayetteville and Tony Autry of Stedman. The couple has nine grandchildren.
Mr. & Mrs. Britt
Celebrating 50 Years
Angella C. Britt and Hollis R. Britt of Lumberton celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on October 17, 2002. Mr. and Mrs. Britt were married
on October 17, 1952, in Dillon, S.C. They have three children, Tony Britt of Garner, Coni Britt of Charlotte and the late Gregory Britt.
Brandi Annice Byrd &
Kevin Donald Lavertu
Kay Barrentine and Rudolph Byrd, both of Fayetteville, announce the engagement of their daughter, Brandi Annice Byrd of Fayetteville, to Kevin Donald Lavertu of Biddeford, Maine, son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Lavertu of Biddeford, Maine. The bride-elect is the stepdaughter of Robert Haywood Tew of Fayetteville.
The couple plans to marry at 6:30 p.m. on December 28, 2002, at St. Michael the Archangel Maronite Catholic Church in Fayetteville with Father Jack Morrison officiating.
The couple plans to live in Fayetteville.
Heather Marie Ishler &
Joshua David Michael
Mr. and Mrs. Philip Ishler of Bellefonte, Pa., announce the engagement of their daughter, Heather Marie Ishler of Hope Mills, to Joshua David Michael of Hope Mills, son of Pamela Marowelli Corbin of Addison, Mich.
The couple plans to marry at 3 p.m. on December 28, 2002, at Faith United Methodist Church in Bellefonte, Pa., with Pastor Doyle Klinger officiating.
The couple plans to live in Hope Mills.
Pamela Lee Orban &
Andrew Daniel Doremus
Mr. and Mrs. Louis J. Orban of Hope Mills announce the engagement of their daughter, Pamela Lee Orban of Neptune Beach, Fla., to Andrew Daniel Doremus of Jacksonville, Fla., son of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Doremus of State College, Pa.
The couple plans to marry at 3 p.m. on November 23, 2002, at Our Lady Star of the Sea in Ponte Verde Beach, Fla., with Monsignor Daniel B. Logan officiating.
The couple plans to live in Jacksonville, Fla.
