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Brandt — D’Hooge

STEUBENVILLE - First Westminster Presbyterian Church was the setting for the June 22 wedding that united Aleasha Brandt and Shawn D'Hooge in marriage. The 2 p.m. ceremony was celebrated by the Rev. Chad Thompson, brother-in-law of the bride.Escorted to the altar by her father and given in marriage by her parents, Richard and Betsy Brandt of Steubenville, the bride chose a scoop neckline tulle ball gown with corset closure featuring Swarovski crystals and a chapel length train. She carried a bouquet of coral and pink roses, white gardenias and white peonies.The groom is the son of Patrick ...

Lewis — Steakley

WASHINGTON - Lauren Claire Lewis, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Mark D. Lewis of Wintersville, and Jonathan Gregory Steakley, son of Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Steakley of Waco, Texas, were united in marriage on April 6, 2013, at the Navy Yard Chapel in Washington, D.C.Minister Nathan Massie officiated the 1 p.m. ceremony.Escorted to the altar by her father, the bride wore an ivory fit and flare gown, with capped sleeves, with lace and pearl beaded bodice, and the mid backing made of lace. She carried a bouquet of cream roses accented with baby's breath and greenery.Holly Trushel of Bloomingdale ...

Costello — Lutz

WHEELING - First Presbyterian Church in Wheeling was the setting for the July 6, 2013, wedding that united Lauren Costello and 2nd Lt. Trevor Lutz in marriage. The 2 p.m. ceremony was celebrated by Pastor Kevin Rowland.Escorted to the altar and given in marriage by her parents, Eugene and Beverly Costello of Rayland, the bride chose a diamond white cap sleeve gown with floral embroidery, lace, sequence and pearls. She carried her "something borrowed" mother's satin floral bouquet decorated with broaches wrapped in lace and pearls.The groom is the son of Albert and Shelly Lutz and Diana ...

Pierce — Hall

MINGO JUNCTION - Megan Leigh Pierce and Shawn Alan Hall were united in marriage on Dec. 21 at the First United Presbyterian Church of Mingo Junction, with the Rev. Bill N. Lawrence of Two Ridges Presbyterian Church officiating.The bride is the daughter of Terri and Randal Pierce of Mingo Junction. The groom is the son of Barbara and Alan Hall of Steubenville.The bride was escorted to the altar by her father. She wore a strapless tulle A-line gown with beaded appliques and carried a bouquet of white roses.Chelsie Pesta of Steubenville served as the maid of honor. Bridesmaids included ...

Davis — Ignace

MINERVA - Snode's Restored Country Barn was the setting for the Sept. 28, 2013, outdoor wedding that united Jolie Davis and Jared Ignace in marriage. The ceremony was officiated by Rev. Bob Davis.The bride is the daughter of Jack and Karen Davis of East Springfield. The groom is the son of Mark Ignace of Youngstown and Sherry Frame of Wheeling.Escorted down the aisle by her father and given in marriage by her parents, the bride wore a vintage lace and tulle slim line gown with cap sleeves and an open back. She carried a simple bouquet of babies breath wrapped in burlap.The couple's son, ...

Batalo — Bonnett

STEUBENVILLE - Lindsay Batalo and Michael Bonnett were united in marriage on Oct. 5 on the terrace of the Mills House Wyndham Grand Hotel in Charleston, S.C.The bride is the daughter of Michael and Stephanie Batalo of Steubenville. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe and Mary Bonnett of Omaha, Neb.Escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents, the bride chose an ivory taffeta gown with ruching and a sweetheart neckline. She carried a bouquet of blue hydrangeas and delphiniums.Michelle Mills of Cornelius, N.C., and Millie Batalo, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., served as ...