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Cook-Brewer wedding

August 6, 2013, 11:51 am
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DOUGLASSVILLE – Katherina Cook, daughter of William and Juliet Cook, 108 Croton Court, Spring City, became the bride of Clayton Brewer, 105 Unionville Road, Douglassville.

Judge James DeAngelo officiated at the ceremony held at ClayMir Farm, 105 Unionville Road.

The bride is a 2007 graduate of Owen J. Roberts High School and a 2011 graduate of Penn State University.

The bridegroom, son of Frank and Lori Brewer of Douglassville, is a 2007 graduate of Owen J. Roberts High School and a 2011 graduate of Moravian College.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride was attended by her sister, Elissa Cook, maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Miranda Brewer, sister of the bridegroom, Natalie Giuffrida, Stefanie Lerario, Kimberly Becker, Rebekah Cawley and Nancy Stiger. Haley Rose Cook, cousin of the bride, was flower girl.

Michael Hennessy was best man. Ushers were Cole Bevan, cousin of the bridegroom, William Gable, Nicholas Gable, Patrick Stewart, Jeremy Stierly and Sgt. Elam Scott (deployed). Keaton Cook and Wesley Cook, cousins of the bride, were ring bearers.

A reception was held at ClayMir Farm, Douglassville.

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Dugan-Ballantine engagement

August 19, 2013, 11:23 am
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BOWLING GREEN, KY – The engagement of Jaclyn Rae Dugan and Christopher Nicholas Ballantine, both of Bowling Green, Ky., was announced by her parents, Jack and Melonie Dugan of Garfield, Ky.

Ms. Dugan is a 2005 graduate of Breckinridge County High School and a 2009 graduate of Western Kentucky University with a bachelor of science degree in nursing. She is a cardiac catheterization lab nurse with The Medical Center, Bowling Green, Ky.

Her fiancé is the son of John and Susan Ballantine, 206 Lorraine Drive, Limerick. He is a 2004 graduate of Spring-Ford Area High School, a 2007 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with bachelor of arts’ degrees in history and political science, and a 2011 graduate of the University of Louisville with a Juris Doctor degree. He is an assistant Warren County attorney/managing attorney,  Child Support Division, with the Warren County Attorney’s Office, Bowling Green, Ky.

A June 27, 2014 wedding is planned in Bowling Green, Ky.
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Werstler-DiSimone wedding

August 19, 2013, 11:27 am
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BOYERTOWN – Larisa Kristen Werstler of South Coventry, daughter of Cynthia and Glenn Werstler, 201 Fairview St., became the bride of Robert Charles DiSimone of East Norriton in the Church of the Good Shepherd United Church of Christ, Boyertown.

The Rev. Dennis P. Christie, pastor, and Rev. John P. McNamee, formerly of St. Malachy Roman Catholic Church, North Philadelphia, officiated at the double-ring ceremony.

Organist Matthew Wary and soloist Chrissie Dies provided music.

The bride is a 1999 graduate of Boyertown Area High School and a 2003 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a bachelor of arts degree in English writing. She is a publicity director with Dufour Editions, Eagle.

The bridegroom, son of Marie DiSimone of Audubon and the late Bernardo DiSimone, is a 1989 graduate of Bishop Kenrick High School, a 1993 graduate of Ursinus College with a bachelor of arts degree, and a 2000 graduate of Drexel University with a master of business administration degree and a management information systems degree. He is a systems analyst with Wells Fargo, San Francisco.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride was attended by her sister, Jennifer L. Keyser, matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Nicole Springer, Siobhan O’Donnell and Autumn Kieber-Emmons.

David DeSimone, brother of the bridegroom, was best man. James Werstler, brother of the bride, was an usher.

Paige Keyser and Corey Keyser, niece and nephew of the bride, were guest book registrars.

Flowers were placed on the altar in memory of Bernardo DiSimone, Ugo and Giuseppina DeSimone, Ralph and Helen Hartenstine, Geoffrey Werstler, and Ralph and Katherine Werstler.

After a reception at the William Penn Inn, Gwynedd, the newlyweds left on a wedding trip to Paris, France.

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Altiere-Gillespie wedding

September 4, 2013, 9:32 am
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PHILADELPHIA – Danielle Leah Altiere, daughter of Frank and Desiree Altiere of Phoenixville, became the bride of Mark Eric Gillespie of San Diego in Old St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, Philadelphia.

The Rev. Ed O’Donnell, pastor, officiated.

Organist Normand Govin, violinist Karen Banos and soloist Jeff Chapman provided music. Acolyte was Francis Altiere, brother of the bride.

The bride is a 2003 graduate of St. Pius X High School and a 2007 graduate of West Chester University with a bachelor of science degree in health science. She is an esthetician and event coordinator with Miller Cosmetic Surgery, La Jolla, Calif.

The bridegroom, son of Kathy Sharp of Sicklerville, N.J. and Mark J. Gillespie of Sewell, N.J., is a 2002 graduate of Gloucester Catholic High School and a 2006 graduate of Arcadia University with a bachelor of science degree in business administration. He is employed with Homeland Security, San Diego.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride was attended by her sister, Elyse Altiere, and Laura Concannon, maids of honor.  Bridesmaids were Kayla Fisher, Michelle Hanusey, Ashleigh LaPorta and Lorrie McKillop, sister of the bridegroom. Flower girls were Ella Denove, cousin of the bride, and Anna Pacewicz, cousin of the bridegroom.

Nicholas Ferrari was best man. Ushers were Matthew Barnabei and Robert Barnabei, stepbrothers of the bridegroom; Anthony Matranga; Adam McKillop, brother-in-law of the bridegroom; Nicholas Ntelekos and Edward Shaw. Ring bearer was Billy Neuman, cousin of the bridegroom.

Gift bearers were Lila Scheer, cousin of the bride, and Lexie Neumann, cousin of the bridegroom. Readers were the Rev. Francis X. Altiere, brother of the bride; Ken Scheer, uncle of the bride; and Trish Fortuna, aunt of the bridegroom.

Flowers were placed on the altar in memory of the deceased members of the Altiere, Gillespie and Sharp families.

The bride’s garter was made from the lace of  her grandmother’s wedding gown.

After a reception at The Ballroom at the Ben, Philadelphia, the newlyweds left on a wedding trip to St. Lucia. They will reside in San Diego.
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Miller anniversary

September 4, 2013, 9:34 am
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SCHUYLKILL – Dr. and Mrs. Charles F. Miller, 50 Diamond Rock Road, were honored for their 70th wedding anniversary at a celebration hosted by their children at the home of their son, Richard Miller.

The Millers are the parents of two sons, Thomas Miller of Mamaroneck, N.Y. and Richard Miller, husband of Betty, of Phoenixville.

Mrs. Miller is the former Mary Tenerani. She is a homemaker and was the chairman of the Phoenixville Hospital Thrift Shop for many years.

Her husband was a surgeon at Phoenixville Hospital and served as chief of surgery for several years, until his retirement in 1989. 

Charles (“Chuck”) was attending Norwich University and Mary was attending Green Mountain College in Vermont when they were introduced by friends. They were married in Proctor, Vermont on Sept. 2, 1943. After serving in the Army Air Force in World War II, Charles Miller received his medical degree from The University of Vermont in 1950.

During the time of military service and medical training, Dr. and Mrs. Miller lived in many locations throughout the United States and Europe.  They settled in Phoenixville in 1958 after Dr. Miller completed a medical residency at the newly-completed VA Hospital in Philadelphia while also working on weekends in the emergency room at Phoenixville Hospital.  He and his wife Mary love living in Phoenixville.  They enjoy traveling and continue to visit Vermont every summer.
 
The Millers have two granddaughters.

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Hillegass anniversary

September 4, 2013, 9:35 am
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NORTH PORT, FL. – Mr. and Mrs. Clarence (Babe) Hillegass, formerly of Pottstown, were honored on their 50th wedding anniversary at a dinner with their children and grandson, followed by a trip to Phoenix, Grand Canyon, Utah, Yellowstone and Pennsylvania.

Mr. and Mrs. Hillegass are the parents of a daughter, Rhonda, wife of Garry Wunderlick of North Port, and a son, Lonnie, husband of Deborah Hillegass, of North Port.

Mrs. Joe Ann Hillegass is retired from Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. She is currently employed at Gulf Coast Urgent Care, Venice, Fl.

Her husband is retired and was self-employed as Babe’s Paint and Wallpaper in Pottstown.

They were married on August 30, 1963 at Good Shepherd United Church of Christ, Boyertown, by the Rev. Harper Schneck.

They have one grandson, Cody MacAaron Hillegass.
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Coupe-Grimm engagement

September 10, 2013, 7:52 am
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NEW MARKET, MD. – The engagement of Jacqueline Coupe and Kyle Grimm, both of New Market, Md., was announced by her parents, Ronald and Debra Coupe, West Goshen.

Ms. Coupe is a 2006 graduate of Bishop Shanahan High School, Downingtown, and a 2010 graduate of Elizabethtown College with a bachelor’s degree in music education. She is a K-2 music teacher at Middletown Primary School, Frederick, Md.

Her fiancé is the son of Kevin and Patti Grimm, 138 First Ave., Lower Pottsgrove. He is a 2006 graduate of Pottsgrove High School and a 2010 graduate of Elizabethtown College with a bachelor’s degree in music education. He is a K-5 music teacher at Urbana Elementary School, Frederick, Md.

A November 22, 2014 wedding is planned at The Inn at Leola Village, Lancaster.
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Pompella-Freas engagement

September 17, 2013, 11:01 am
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WHITE HAVEN – The engagement of Amy B. Pompella of White Haven and Daniel Freas of Wrightsville was announced by her parents, Stephen E. and Kim A. Pompella of White Haven.

Ms. Pompella is a 1999 graduate of Weatherly High School and attended Luzerne County Community College. She is employed as an administrative assistant.

Her fiancé is the son of Jacob and Lillian Freas of Limerick. He attended Upper Merion High School and is a dispatch manager for Sterling Limousine Service, Wrightstown.

A late fall wedding is planned.
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Keim-Kluk engagement

September 17, 2013, 11:02 am
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UPPER FREDERICK  - The engagement of Tiffany Keim and Adam Kluk, both of Upper Frederick, was announced by her parents, Robert and Bonnie Keim, 382 N. Hanover St., Pottstown.

Ms. Keim is a 2005 graduate of Pottstown High School. She is a project specialist with Almac Clinical Technologies, Souderton.

Her fiancé is the son of Lawrence and Karen Kluk, 1136 Perkiomenville Road, Upper Frederick. He is a 2005 graduate of Boyertown Area High School and a 2010 graduate of Berks Career and Technology Center with an HVAC certification.  He is an HVAC technician with Walter R. Dorn Estate Inc., Telford.

A June 14, 2014 wedding is planned at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Boyertown.

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Cantwell-Quintangeli engagement

September 17, 2013, 11:03 am
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UPPER PROVIDENCE – The engagement of Rebecca Marie Cantwell of Upper Providence and Anthony Joseph Quintangeli of Limerick was announced by her parents, Cynthia and Kenneth Cantwell, 5 Leatherwood Drive, Upper Providence.

Ms. Cantwell is a 2009 graduate of Spring-Ford Area High School and a 2013 graduate of East Stroudsburg University with a bachelor of science degree in athletic training. She is an athletic trainer with Kinetic Physical Therapy, Chester Springs.

Her fiancé is the son of Barbara and Vincent Quintangeli, 194 Benner Road, Limerick. He is a 2008 graduate of Spring-Ford Area High School and a 2012 graduate of East Stroudsburg University with a bachelor of science degree in education. He is a teacher in the Centennial School District, Southampton.

An Aug. 2, 2014 wedding is planned at Blessed Teresa of Calcutta Roman Catholic Church, Schwenksville.
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Jury anniversary

September 23, 2013, 8:00 am
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Mr. and Mrs. James D. Jury of Pottstown celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary today, Sept. 23, 2013.
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Hess anniversary

September 23, 2013, 1:23 pm
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BECHTELSVILLE - Mr. and Mrs. Laverne Hess, 1687 County Line Road, were honored on their 55th wedding anniversary at a celebration hosted by their children at the Bowers Hotel, Bowers.

Mr. and Mrs. Hess are the parents of two sons, David Hess, husband of Brenda, of Barto; and Mark Hess, husband of Missy, of Boyertown.

Mrs. Hess, the former Arlene Wentzel, is a 1996 retiree of Boyertown Apparel where she was a sewing machine operator.

Her husband is a 2002 retiree of Boyertown Casket Co. where he was a handle installer, and Bally Block where he was a chop saw operator.

They were married on Aug. 9, 1958 at Hill Church in Boyertown by Pastor Lengel.

They have two grandchildren, Joshua Hess and Michele, wife of Joshua Letting.

Special friends in attendance at their celebration were Dwayne and Leann Eidle.

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Greenwald anniversary

October 1, 2013, 1:11 pm
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LIMERICK - Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Greenwald of Limerick, were honored for their 50thwedding anniversary at a dinner celebration at The Loft at Limerick Golf Club hosted by their children and their spouses.

The Greenwalds are the parents of two sons, Joseph Greenwald Jr. of Schwenksville, husband of Jenny (Donny), and James Greenwald of Manheim, husband of Denine (Chemnitz); and one daughter, Barbara Anne, wife of Eric Mansfield of Austin, Texas.

Mrs. Greenwald is the former Barbara Mitros. She is retired from Liberty Mutual Insurance Company.

Her husband is retired as president of the Limerick public relations firm he founded in 1991, Greenwald Communications Associates.

They were married on September 7, 1963 at St. Josaphat Roman Catholic Church, Manayunk.

The Greenwalds are avid golfers, and they enjoy traveling.

They have six grandchildren, Joseph III, Benjamin, Robert, Cailey, John and Michael.

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Improto-Melcer engagement

October 1, 2013, 1:13 pm
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BETHLEHEM – Michelle Improto and Raymond Melcer, both of Bethlehem, are pleased to announce their engagement. Ms. Improto is the daughter of Michael and Rebecca Improto, 183 Salem Road, Schwenksville.

Ms. Improto  is a 2000 graduate of Perkiomen Valley High School. She is a correctional officer at Montgomery County Correctional Facility, Eagleville.

Her fiancé is the son of Virginia Melcer of Stroudsburg. A 2000 graduate of Stroudsburg High School, he is a stationary engineer with Covanta Energy, Oxford, N.J.

A September 2014 wedding is planned at Green Pond Country Club, Bethlehem.
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Henion-Almond wedding

October 16, 2013, 7:38 am
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VALLEY FORGE - Melissa Henion, daughter of Dorothy Hart, Pine Street, Royersford, became the bride of Ryan Almond at an outdoor ceremony in a wooded area at the top of Valley Forge mountain, a very special spot for the couple.  The bridegroom made a heart out of stones for the couple to stand inside of for their vows.

Carol Poate was the officiant.

The bride is a 2001 graduate of Owen J. Roberts High School. She is an energy technician with PECO.

The bridegroom, son of Donna Hickman of Spring City and the late Donald Hickman, is a 2002 graduate of Owen J. Roberts High School and  the Center for Arts and Technology-Pickering. He is a mechanic with Wolfington Body Co., Exton.

The bride’s flowers were arranged by the mother of the bridegroom.

The bride wore a pearl necklace and pink bracelet which belonged to the mother of the bridegroom.

The newlyweds will reside at 310 Pikeland Ave., Spring City.
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Shulby-Fenstermacher engagement

October 16, 2013, 7:39 am
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HARRISBURG – The engagement of Elizabeth Shulby and Cody Fenstermacher, both of Harrisburg, was announced by her parents, Paul and Terri Shulby, 2377 King St., Lower Pottsgrove.

Ms. Shulby is a 2003 graduate of Pottsgrove High School, a 2007 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a 2009 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a master’s degree in social work. She is a social worker with the Lebanon Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Lebanon.

Her fiancé is the son of Bill and Cindy Fenstermacher of Pine Grove. He is a 2003 graduate of Pine Grove High School and a 2012 graduate of Central Pennsylvania College with a bachelor’s degree in cyber security. He is a lead IT specialist with the Lebanon Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Lebanon.

An April 11, 2014 wedding is planned in Lancaster.
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Roberts-Umstead wedding

December 3, 2013, 12:57 pm
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EAST STROUDSBERG – Amanda Marie Roberts, daughter of James and Krysia Roberts of Emmaus, became the bride of Weston James Umstead of Denver, Colo. in the outside chapel at the Strouds Moor Inn, East Stroudsberg.

The Rev. Lee Adams officiated.

The bride is a 2007 graduate of Lehigh Valley Charter High School, a 2011 graduate of DeSales University with a degree in biology, and a 2013 graduate of Bel-Rae Institute with an associate degree in the veterinary technician program. She is a veterinary technician with Alameda East Veterinary Hospital, Denver, Colo.

The bridegroom, son of Ron and Julie Umstead, 1346 North Adams St., Pottstown, is a 2007 graduate of Pottsgrove High School and a 2011 graduate of DeSales University with a degree in chemistry and biochemistry.  He currently attends the University of Denver, Colorado, where he is pursuing his doctorate in organic chemistry.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride was attended by Joanna Whitney, maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Rebecca Roberts, sister of the bride; Danielle Thomas, cousin of the bride; and Carly Umstead, sister of the bridegroom. Alyvia Herman, cousin of the bride, was the flower girl.

Justin Wood and Chris Umstead, brother of the bridegroom,  served as best men. Ushers were Phil Hanichak and Chris Plystak. Roman Herman, cousin of the bride, was ring bearer.

Special flowers were placed on the altar in memory of Harry and Ada Umstead, the bridegroom’s paternal grandparents; Ken Roberts, the bride’s paternal grandfather; and Dr. Roman Herman, the bride’s maternal grandfather.

A reception was held at the Strouds Moor Inn.

The newlyweds will reside in Denver, Colo.

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Davis-Morgan engagement

December 3, 2013, 1:00 pm
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OCEAN SPRINGS, MISS. – The engagement of Susie Lee Davis and Christopher David Morgan, both of Ocean Springs, Miss., was announced by her parents, Kevin and Jan Davis of Canton, N.C.

Ms. Davis is a 2008 graduate of Christian Collegiate Academy, a 2010 graduate of Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College with an associate of arts degree and a 2012 graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi with a bachelor’s degree in music education. She is a music teacher at Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School.

Her fiancé is the son of Rob and Suzanne Morgan, 850 N. Charlotte St., Pottstown. He is a 1998 graduate of Pottstown High School, a 2002 graduate of James Madison University with a bachelor of music degree and a 2006 graduate of the University of Minnesota with a master of music degree. He is the head band director at the Ocean Springs Middle School.

A February 2014 wedding is planned at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, Ocean Springs, Miss.
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Erb Anniversary

January 9, 2014, 12:49 pm
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POTTSTOWN – Mr. and Mrs. Claude M. Erb, 620 N. Manatawny St., celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary.

The Erbs are the parents of two sons, Claude C. Erb of Pottstown and Donald D. Erb of Boyertown, and a daughter, Donna J. Ziegler of Gilbertsville.

Mrs. Erb, the former Ruth Gresh, retired in 1984 from Boyertown Apparel where she was a packer.

Her husband, a self-employed carpenter, retired in 1994.

They were married on Dec. 24, 1943 by the Rev. Elwood Eckhart at the pastor’s home in Pottstown.

The Erbs have six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
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Newman-Koehler engagement

January 9, 2014, 12:51 pm
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BROOKFIELD, CONN. – The engagement of Amanda Newman and Brian Koehler, both of Brookfield, Conn., was announced by her parents, Charles and Jill Newman of Brookfield, Conn.

Ms. Newman is a 2005 graduate of Brookfield High School and a 2009 graduate of Philadelphia University with a degree in fashion merchandising. She is a district merchant with Macy’s in New York.

Her fiancé is the son of Joseph and Lori Koehler of Boyertown. He is a 2004 graduate of Boyertown Area School District, a 2008 graduate of Philadelphia University with a degree in architectural studies, and a 2009 graduate of Philadelphia University with a degree in business. He is a building manager with General Services Administration, New York.

A September 2014 wedding in Connecticut is planned.

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