NEW WATERFORD - Erin Elizabeth Neiheisel became the bride of Timothy Andrew Ridzon on June 25 at East Fairfield United Methodist Church, New Waterford. The bride is the daughter of Robert and Kimberly Neiheisel, Leetonia. The groom is the son of Leonard and Cindy Ridzon Jr., New Waterford. The Rev. Michael Namy officiated the 4:30 p.m. ceremony where the bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents. Kelly Newton served her sister as matron of honor. Serving as bridesmaids were Katie Seese, Rachael Lavender, cousins of the bride; and Katie Ridzon and Jackie Mercer, sisters of the groom. Dewey Buhecker performed the duties of best man. Groomsmen were Joe and Jason Neiheisel, brothers of the bride; Nick Ridzon, brother of the groom; and Eric Whittenberger. An evening reception was held at St. Jude Hall, Columbiana. After a honeymoon trip to Disney World, the couple resides in New Waterford.
Erin Elizabeth Neiheisel weds Timothy A. Ridzon
Candice Megan Finch marries Justin K. Ford
SALEM - Candice Megan Finch became the bride of Justin Kapr Ford on Aug. 5 at Fellows Riverside Garden in Youngstown. The bride is the daughter of Richard and Lynn Finch, Salem. The groom is the son of Adrienne and Bryan Ford, Ravenna. Pastor Robert Rowley officiated the 5 p.m. ceremony. Escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents, the bride wore a strapless sweetheart white gown, encrusted with crystals. She carried a bouquet of red roses accented with yellow spray roses. Cathryn Finch served her sister as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Kristy Nutter and Jena Finch, cousins of the bride; Jan Spaulding and Amy Bowman. Flower girls were Matti and Molly Endres, cousins of the groom. Bryan Ford, father of the groom, performed the duties of best man. Groomsmen were Brent Ford, brother of the groom; William Dubinsky, Michael Weigand and Andrew Whitely. Ushers were Joe Finch, brother of the bride; and Anton Finch, cousin of the bride. An evening reception was held at The Lake Club in Poland. After a honeymoon trip to the Western Caribbean, the couple resides in Louisville.
Kara Ann Rose marries Randy E. Heffner
WELLSVILLE - Randy Edward Heffner and Kara Ann Rose were united in marriage on Oct. 1 at the First Christian Church of Wellsville. The bride is the daughter of Kathryn Rose, Wellsville. The groom is the son of Ralph and Dorothy Heffner, East Liverpool. Rev. Mark Blakeley performed the double ring ceremony. The bride was escorted and given in marriage by her mother. Jennifer Logston served as matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Sara Norris and Juli Tice. Amber Heffner served as junior bridesmaid and Morgan Heffner was the flower girl. Performing the duties of best man was John Baker. Groomsmen were Chris Demy and Micah Jordan. A reception immediately followed at the East Liverpool Moose. The bride is a graduate of Kent State University and works as a probation officer for the East Liverpool Municipal Court. The groom is a veteran of the United States Air Force and is employed as an electrician for WTI. The couple is planning a honeymoon cruise in the spring.
Chelsea Leigh Kapp marries Gerard L. Grimm
COLUMBIANA - Chelsea Leigh Kapp became the bride of Gerard Lee Grimm on Sept. 17, at the St. James Meeting House in Boardman. The bride is the daughter of Walton Kapp, Columbiana. The groom is the son of Gary and Beverly Grimm, Columbiana. Pastor Ed Heppe officiated the 4 p.m. ceremony with featured prelude and wedding music by accompanist Robbie Casten. Escorted by her father and given in marriage by her family, the bride wore a beaded ivory strapless gown with floral lace and sequined bodice. The skirt featured cascading organza ruffles. She carried a bouquet of ivory and coolwater roses with crystal accents. Jennifer Corey, also stood for her sister. Liz Hutson, Columbus, served as maid of honor in a floor length gown of eggplant purple. In matching gowns were bridesmaids, Caitlin Kimble, Chelsie Giambrone, Megan Kapp, niece of bride; Jenna Richter and Jena Martin, friend of bride. Stephen Grimm, Columbiana, brother of groom, performed the duties of the best man. Groomsmen were Andy Kimble, Josh Kistler, Sean Kapp, brother of the bride; Eric Ostrander and Grant Spaite. A scripture reading was done by Herman Miller, friend groom. Staci Solvesky and Jack and Mathew Corey, nephews of bride, handed out the programs and bubbles. A reception, attended by approximately 200 guests, was held at The Georgetown in Boardman. After a honeymoon trip to Montego Bay, Jamaica, the couple will reside in Columbiana.
Stacy Danelle Croxall weds Matthew R. Lenton
COLUMBIANA - Stacy Danelle Croxall became the bride of Matthew Robert Lenton on Aug. 13 at the Columbiana First United Methodist Church. The bride is the daughter of Betty Croxall, East Liverpool; and the late William Croxall. The groom is the son of Theodore Lenton, Canfield. Also standing for the groom was Lori Ryzner, Berlin Center, aunt of the groom. Pastor Norman Eckert officiated the service. Readings were by Morgan Ibbs (Hoder), cousin of the bride; Jackie Giovencio and Lynn Hyder. Escorted and given in marriage by her mother, the bride wore an ivory fit and flare gown featuring a lace-up back, sweetheart neckline and intricate beading. Tracy Germovsek served as maid of honor, and Christina May, sister of the bride, served as matron of honor, in floor length, Tiffany Blue gowns. In matching gowns were bridesmaids Aubrey Garman, Erika May, niece of the bride; Shawna Yerkey, and Kara Sims. Flower girl was Michala Brown, niece of the groom. Performing the duties of bestman was Josh Paukner. Groomsmen were Michael and Jason Brown, brothers of the groom; Todd Croxall, brother of the bride; Andy Paukner and Jerry Austin. Junior groomsmen were Alex Croxall and Nathan May, nephews of the bride. Ring bearer was Evan Croxall, nephew of the bride. Ushers were Carter Rose, nephew of the bride; and Forrest Brown, nephew of the groom. A reception followed at The Links at Firestone Farms. The bride is a 2002 graduate of East Liverpool High School. She received a bachelor's in psychology at Ohio University and a master's in counseling studies from Capella University. She is currently employed as a social worker at the Columbiana County Department of Job and Family Services, Lisbon. The groom is a graduate of the Columbiana County Career and Technical Center. He received an associates' and bachelor's degree in criminal justice from ITT Technical Institute. He currently is employed at Newell Rubbermaid, Mogadore. The couple reside in Salem.
Corey Wiegand weds Matthew Phillips
EAST LIVERPOOL - Corey Wiegand became the bride of Matthew Phillips, Sept. 10, at the First Free Methodist Church with Pastor Dirk Hall officiating. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Wiegand, East Liverpool. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Phillips, East Liverpool. The bride, escorted by her father, wore a diamond white Maggie Sottero Ambrosia gown with a full bustle, corset closure, and a dipped neckline with a bodice accented with embellished lace and Swarovski crystals. The soft shimmer satin skirt fitted through the hip area combined with caught-up detailing throughout, and a lace inset panel that was punctuated with Swarovski crystals and handmade roses that were nestled within the bustled train. She carried a handheld bouquet of open white roses and calla lilies, accented with white ostrich feathers, and a white satin wrapped stem accented with a crystal cuff. Ashley Carroll, East Liverpool, sister of the bride, served as matron of honor and Kristin Goodman, East Liverpool, served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Hope Phillips, East Liverpool, sister of the groom, and Melody Prosko, Wellsville. Kelsi Wright of Knoxville, Tenn., cousin of the bride, served as flower girl. Tony Metsch, East Liverpool, performed the duties of best man. Groomsmen included Ronald Phillips, father of the groom, Anson Wiegand, East Liverpool, brother of the bride, Donnie Green East Liverpool, and Stephen Lucus, East Liverpool. Avery Wiegand, East Liverpool, nephew of the bride, served as junior groomsman. A reception followed at The Links at Firestone in Columbiana. A rehearsal dinner, hosted by the groom's parents, was held at the First Free Methodist Church, Sept. 9. The bride is a 2008 graduate of East Liverpool High School, and is currently a student at Kent State. She is employed at Bob Evans Restaurant. The groom is a 2007 graduate of East Liverpool High School, and a graduate of New Castle School of Trades. He is employed as an operator with C&K Industrial Services.
Holly Rankin weds Matthew Grossen
COLUMBIANA - Holly Corrine Rankin became the bride of Matthew Dale Grossen, Aug. 20 at Das Dutch Village Inn. The bride is the daughter of David and Sharon Rankin, New Waterford. The groom is the son of Walter and Terry Grossen, Leetonia. Terry Rankin, uncle of the bride, conducted the ceremony. The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents. Bridesmaids were Jennifer Whippo, New Middletown; Leanne Householder, Washingtonville; and Katie Miller, Columbiana. Junior bridesmaids were Haylie and Kaitlyn Rankin, nieces of the bride. Flower girl was Lily Miller. Groomsmen were Zach Clarke, Cleveland; Graham Smith, Columbus; and Joshua Rankin, brother-in-law of the bride. Ring bearer was Zach Stepuk. A reception for 200 guests followed at the Village Inn Banquet Hall. The bride is currently a veterinary assistant and student at Penn Foster. The groom is currently a laborer and student at Kent State. After a honeymoon to The Outer Banks, Presque Isle and The Erie Zoo, the couple resides in Columbiana.
Sara Adene Otto weds Derek Allen Smith
EAST LIVERPOOL - Sara Adene Otto became the bride of Derek Allen Smith on Nov. 12 in Montego Bay, Jamaica with their families in attendance. The bride is the daughter of Mark Otto, Canal Fulton; and Paulette Otto, Barberton. The groom is the son of Michael Smith and Becky Chuck, Lisbon. The bride is a 2004 graduate of North West High School, Canal Fulton and a 2008 graduate of the University of Akron where she received a bachelor's degree in nursing. She is pursuing a family nurse practitioner degree at Franciscan University of Stuebenville. She is employed at the Wound Center at East Liverpool City Hospital. The groom is a 2003 graduate of Beaver Local High School, and a 2008 graduate of John Carroll University. He is currently working as vice-president of operations at Murray Trucking.