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Thrower-Armstrong
Angela Marcia Armstrong of Belmont and John William Thrower of Gastonia were married
on Aug. 12, 2000 at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church. The Rev. James Houston Matthews III officiated the 6:30 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Bruce Armstrong of Gastonia. She is the granddaughter of Bill Martin of Cramerton and the late Marie Crisp Martin, the late Marie Laws Martin and the late Mr. and Mrs. Jasper Hayes Armstrong Sr. She is a graduate of Ashbrook High School and attended Gaston College and Lucas Travel School. She is employed by Crown Line Travel Inc.
The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Nathan Thrower Jr. of Gastonia. He is the grandson of Mrs. John Arthur Marsh Jr. of High Point and the late John Arthur Marsh Jr. and Mrs. William Nathan Thrower Sr. of Belmont and the late William Nathan Thrower Sr. He is a graduate of Ashbrook High School and USC-Columbia, where he was a member of Chi Epsilon, National Civil Engineering honor society and the American Society of Civil Engineers. He is employed by Geoscience Group Inc.
Bruce Armstrong gave his daughter in marriage. The bride’s sister, Brook Armstrong of Gastonia, was the maid of honor.
Bridesmaids were Emily Aaron of Sylva, Laurie Denton of Cramerton, Mary Marsh Hayden and Stacey Lovin, both of Gastonia, and Dana Wolfe of Bessemer City. Leah Byrum of Kings Mountain was the flower girl.
Bill Thrower was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Jason Brannock, Blair Foster and Zac Lentz, both of Charlotte, Preston Cherry of Davidson, Harry Hayden and Danny Hite, both of Gastonia, and Jonathan McDaniel of Kings Mountain.
A reception was given by the bride’s parents at the Schiele Museum following the ceremony. A rehearsal dinner was given by the bridegroom’s parents at The City Club.
Following a trip to Cancun, Mexico, the couple will live in Belmont.
Chupp-Abernathy
Tangela Dawn Abernathy and Grady Jason Chupp, both of Kings Mountain, were married
on Aug. 12, 2000 at Loray Baptist Church. The Rev. John Bridges officiated the 6 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Abernathy of Bessemer City. She is the granddaughter Vada Abernathy of Bessemer City and the late David G. Abernathy and Ida Lackey of Gastonia and the late Carl Lackey. She is a graduate of Bessemer City High School and attends Gaston College.
The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Chupp of Bessemer City and the grandson of Vena Johnson and the late Jesse Chupp. He is a graduate of Bessemer City High School and attended Gaston College. He is employed by Duke Power.
Sandra Abernathy gave her daughter in marriage. Jennifer Ibison of Lincolnton was the matron of honor.
Bridesmaids were Rhonda Colvard and DeAnna Roper, both of Gastonia.
Alexandra Johnson was the flower girl. Sherman Norton was the ring bearer.
James Chupp was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Jess Chupp of Dallas and Shawn Abernathy of Bessemer City.
A reception was given by the couple at the church following the ceremony.
Following a trip to Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., the couple will live in Kings Mountain.
Payseur-Crowley
Jacqueline Nicole Crowley and Jason Matthew Payseur, both of Gastonia, were married
on Aug. 5, 2000 at New Hope Baptist Church. The Rev. Ned A. Buckner and Rev. Robert D. Thompson officiated the 5 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Ms. Eva Crowley of Mount Holly and Mr. Dan Crowley of Newton. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Phillips of South Amherst, Ohio, and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Crowley of Vincennes, Ind. She is a graduate of South Point High School and attended UNC-Charlotte. She is employed by Flores and Associates.
The bridegroom is the son of Ms. Debra Payseur of Gastonia and Mr. Johnnie Payseur of Matthews. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Homer K. Crouse and Mr. and Mrs. Raymond A. Payseur, all of Gastonia. He is a graduate of Ashbrook High School and attends UNC-Charlotte. He is employed by Southeastern Lawn & Landscaping.
Danny Crowley gave his daughter in marriage. Danielle Leigh Crowley of Mount Holly was the maid of honor.
Bridesmaids were Ginger Lee Jones of Belmont, and Tiffany Grant King, Deanne Lela Mathison and Heather Danielle Williams, all of Mount Holly. Haley Brooke Burgin of Mount Holly was the flower girl. Zachary Jordon Queen of Gastonia was the ring bearer.
Jonathan Michael Payseur of Chapel Hill and Justin Mark Payseur of Gastonia were their brother’s best men. Groomsmen were Brandon Scott Beaty and Roy David Thomas III, both of Gastonia, William Clark Burgin of Mount Holly, James John Perros III of Belmont and Justin Stewart Rhyne of Charlotte.
A reception was given by the bride’s parents at the church following the ceremony. A rehearsal dinner was given by the bridegroom’s mother at the church.
Following a trip to Charleston, S.C., the couple will live in Gastonia.
Norris-Maddox
Kimberly Ragan Maddox and Pastor Christopher Norris, both of Gastonia, were married
on July 29, 2000 at Calvary Baptist Church. Dr. Bruce Pittman officiated the 2 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Larry Maddox of Gastonia. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Poteat and Mr. and Mrs. George Maddox, all of Gastonia. She is a graduate of Hunter Huss High School and attended Gaston College. She is employed by Gaston College.
The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Norris and the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Mitch Norris, all of Kings Mountain. He is a graduate of Hunter Huss High School and Fruitland Baptist Bible College. He is employed by Bethany Baptist Church and Cookson Rolling Door.
Larry Maddox gave his daughter in marriage. Emily Foster of Front Royal, Va.,was the honor attendant.
Bridesmaids were Amber Barbee of Belmont and Shannon Dockery, Dee Davis, Jennifer Moss and Kim Wilson, all of Gastonia. Elizabeth Foster of Front Royal was a junior bridesmaid. Kathryn Norris of Kings Mountain was the flower girl.
Jim Norris was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Antoine Murray of Charlotte, George Maddox, Travis Hill and Dwain Davis, all of Gastonia and Tommy Bright and Lance Norris, both of Kings Mountain.
A reception was given by the bride’s parents at the church following the ceremony. A rehearsal dinner was given by the bridegroom’s parents at the church.
The couple honeymooned in Myrtle Beach, S.C., and now live in Kings Mountain.
Roseboro-Asbury
Margaret Rose Asbury and Breech Anthony Roseboro, both of Gastonia, were married
on July 29, 2000 at Cupid’s Wedding Chapel. The Rev. Nathaniel C. Jones officiated the 4 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Florine Asbury of York, S.C. She is a graduate of Clover High School.
The bridegroom is the son of Charles Currence and Mary Roseboro, both of Gastonia. He is the grandson of Myrtle Currence and May Emma Robbins, both of Gastonia. He attended Hunter Huss High School and is self-employed.
Bobby Sherer gave the bride in marriage. Nickey Davis of Gastonia was the honor attendant.
Bridesmaids were Amanda Asbury, Terry Knox, Pacilla Barnette, Lavone Asbury, Vickie Currence and Teresa Asbury, all of Gastonia. Amishea Asbury of Gastonia was the flower girl. Anthony Asbury of Gastonia was the ring bearer.
Charles Currence was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Michael Asbury, Lamar Glenn, Lester Currence and Yakotus Currence, all of Gastonia, and Jerry Asbury of York.
A reception was given by the couple at the Lucile Tatum Center following the ceremony.
The couple lives in Gastonia.
Boulware-Love
Sue Kendrick Love and Kevin Dale Boulware, both of Rock Hill, S.C., were married
on Aug. 5, 2000 at Winthrop University Little Chapel. The Rev. Matthew Horn officiated the 10 a.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Robert Emmett Love Jr. of Spartanburg, S.C., and the late Norma Humphries Love. She is the granddaughter of the late Olive Maxwell Humphries and Charles Hilliard Humphries. She is a graduate of Walhalla Senior High School and Winthrop University. She received her master’s degree from Winthrop University and is a board member of Greater Rock Hill YMCA and Winthrop University Alumni Association. She is employed by Rock Hill Telephone Company.
The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Fewell Boulware Jr. of Sapphire. He is the grandson of the late Frances Pence James and the late John Wesley Lowther Jr. He is a graduate of Northwestern High School and Winthrop Universitym, where he also received his master’s degree.
A reception was given by the couple at the Woman’s Club following the ceremony. A rehearsal party was given by friends of the bride at Hampton Inn.
The couple honeymooned in the mountains, and now lives in Rock Hill.
Harrington-Mills
Cindy Ann Mills and Jerry Fred Harrington, both of Newton, were married
on July 29, 2000 at Trinity Full Gospel Church. Pastor David Livingston officiated the 2 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Mills of Dallas. She is a graduate of East Gaston High School and Gaston College. She is employed by Gaston County EMS.
The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. David Duncan of Hickory and Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Harrington of Indian Trail. He is the grandson Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Deaton of Cornelius and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Harrington of High Point. He is a graduate of Hickory High School and Catawba Valley Community College. He is employed by Lincoln County EMS.
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Mills gave their daughter in marriage. Tammy Blackwood of Dallas was the matron of honor.
Becky Mills of Stanley was a bridesmaid. Jessica Blackwood of Dallas was the flower girl. Drew Harrington of Newton was the ring bearer.
Jerry Harrington Sr. was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Richie Mills of Stanley, Phillip Raulston and Josh Harrington, both of Charlotte, and Todd Blackwood of Dallas.
A reception was given by the couple’s families at the Stanley Community Building following the ceremony. A rehearsal dinner was given by the bride’s parents at the church.
The couple honeymooned in Nassau, Bahamas, and now lives in Newton.
Griggs-Goldy
Christine Marie Goldy and Robert Eugene Griggs, both of Gastonia, were married
on April 1, 2000 at Cramer Memorial United Methodist Church. The Rev. Laura E. Hubbard officiated the 3 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Goldy of Chesapeake, Va. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kelly Papka of Billings, Mont., and the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Goldy. She is a graduate of Kempsville High School and the Art Institute of Ft. Lauderdale. She is a member of the Dallas Rescue Squad and is employed by Ludvig Svensson Inc.
The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Steve Griggs of Gastonia. He is the grandson of Robert Greenway of Gastonia and the late Gloria Greenway and Mr. and Mrs. Bill Griggs of Gastonia. He is a graduate of Hunter Huss High School, attended Gaston College and is a member of the Dallas Rescue Squad. He is employed by Nucare Carolinas and co-owner of Quality Pool of Gaston County.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Goldy gave their daughter in marriage. The bride’s sister, Cara Goldy of Gastonia, was the maid of honor.
Bridesmaids were Tammy Wagner of Ft. Collins, Colo., Angela Webb of Dallas and Julie Adair of Gastonia. Brooke Adair of Gastonia was the flower girl. The bride’s son, Jordan Griggs of Gastonia, was the ring bearer.
Tony Adair of Gastonia was the best man. Groomsmen were Jay Griggs of Gastonia and Joyle Withers and Danny Warren, both of Dallas.
A reception was given by the bride’s parents at the church following the ceremony. A rehearsal dinner was given by the bridegroom’s parents at Carolina Country Barbecue.
The couple honeymooned in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tenn., and now lives in Gastonia.
Black-Hale
Laura Annette Hale and William Douglas Black, both of Gastonia, were married
on April 29, 2000 at First Assembly of God. The Rev. David Scruggs officiated the 2 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Shirley T. Fowler of Dalton, Ga., and Larry K. Hale of Gastonia. She is the granddaughter of Ethel Poteat of Dalton and Mr. and Mrs. Darrell R. Hale of Gastonia. She is a graduate of Hunter Huss High School and attended Gaston College. She is employed by the law office of Geoffery A. Planer
The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Spencer of Gastonia and Mr. and Mrs. Earl Black of Gastonia. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Long and Helen Black, all of Gastonia. He is a graduate of Hunter Huss High School and N.C. State University, where he was a member of Alpha Gamma Rho agricultural fraternity. He is employed by the City of Gastonia Police Department.
Larry Hale gave his daughter in marriage. The bride’s daughter, Kirsten Danielle Romero of Gastonia, was the honor attendant.
Bridesmaids were Jennifer Anthony of Stanley and Kelly Black, Sharon Pearson, Emily Beckham and Brandy Hargett, all of Gastonia.
Earl Black was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Hank Hale, Jeff Spencer and Steve Hargett, all of Gastonia.
A reception was given by the bride’s mother at the church following the ceremony. A rehearsal dinner was given by the bride’s father at Ma-Kel’s.
The couple honeymooned in Ocean Isle and now live in Gastonia.
Pearson-Calvert
Shannon Elizabeth Calvert and Kevin Wayne Pearson, both of Gastonia, were married
on Aug. 12, 2000 at First Free Will Baptist Church. The bride’s grandfather, Rev. W.H. Calvert, officiated the 2 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Abernathy and Mr. and Mrs. William D. Calvert, all of Gastonia. She is the granddaughter of the Rev. and Mrs. W.H. Calvert of Gastonia and the late Betty Jo Townsend Arnold. She is the great-granddaughter of Cordelia Calvert of Stanley, the late Mr. and Mrs. Ross M. Townsend, the late Mr. and Mrs. George Funderburk and the late Wade Henry Calvert. She is a graduate of Hunter Huss High School and is employed by Clerk of Superior Court, Gaston County Courts.
The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William E. Pearson Jr. of Gastonia and the grandson of Leona Thompson of Gaffney, S.C., and the late Mr. and Mrs. William E. Pearson Sr.He is a graduate of Hunter Huss High School and is employed by Wal-Mart.
William D. Calvert gave his daughter in marriage. Misty Taylor of Gastnoia was the matron of honor.
Bridesmaids were Christa Ramsey, Tami Calvert, Dede Galloway and Kim Rackley, all of Gastonia. Madison Farris of Gastonia was the flower girl. Wade Calvert and Logan Galloway, both of Gastonia, were ring bearers.
William Pearson was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were the bride’s stepbrother, Duston Hart, the groom’s brother, Michael Pearson, Jason Voyles and Jeff Cook, all of Gastonia, Rodney Huss Jr. of Kings Mountain, and the bride’s brother, Lt. Jonathan D. Calvert of Oklahoma City, Okla.
A reception was given by the bride’s parents and stepparents at the church following the ceremony. A rehearsal dinner was given by the bridegroom’s parents at Carolina Country Barbecue.
Following a trip to Las Vegas, the couple will live in Gastonia.
Kratz-Featherstone
Robin Marie Featherstone and Richard Allen Kratz, both of Mount Holly, were married
on Aug. 12, 2000 at First Baptist Church. Dr. Dennis Wright officiated the 4 p.m. ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie Featherstone of Mount Holly. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew T. Lee and the late Mr. and Mrs. Clarence W. Featherstone. She is a graduate of East Gaston High School and UNC-Charlotte. She is employed by The Home Depot.
The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Kratz of Donaldson, Ark. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Warren Williams and Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Kratz of Donaldson. He is a graduate of Ashbrook High School and UNC-Chapel Hill. He is employed by Vintage Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Ronnie Featherstone gave his daughter in marriage. Jaime Wade of Mount Holly was the maid of honor.
Bridesmaids were Jennifer Hartness, Stephanie Hilderbran and Stephanie Ballard, all of Mount Holly.
Glenn Kratz was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Bryan Kratz of Bessemer City, Matt Williams of Donaldson, Jarrod Trull of Mount Holly and Chris Ridenhour of Bonita Springs, Fla.
A reception was given by the bride’s parents at the church following the ceremony. A rehearsal dinner was given by the bridegroom’s parents at the church.
Following a trip to Kiawah Island and Charleston, S.C., the couple will live in Mount Holly.
