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THE CHESHIRE HERALD, FEBRUARY 24, 2011
Two
newbeginnings Mr. & Mrs. David Mann
Weddings
Shannon Marie Bartholomew and David Clarence Mann, II were married on Sept. 11, 2010 in Westbrook. The Rev. Charles Gustafson officiated the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Corinne Bartholomew of Ellington and Keith Bartholomew of Stafford. The groom is the son of Kyong Mann and Jeffrey Mann, Sr. The bride was given in marriage by her father. Maid of honor was Cheryl Patera, friend of the bride. Bridesmaids were Moriah Langlois, cousin of the bride; Tabitha Banker, friend of the bride; Stephanie Bartholomew and Debbie Mann, sisters-in-law of the bride; and Leah Cothran, cousin of the bride. Best man was Jeffrey Mann, Jr., brother of the groom. Ushers were Joseph Torrente, Joseph LeCara, Matthew Marino and Michael Hemingway, friends of the groom; and Michael Bartholomew, brother-in-law of the groom. A reception followed at Water’s Edge Resort and Spa in Westbrook. The honeymoon destination was Hawaii. The bride is a 1999 graduate of Windham Regional Vocational Technical School in Willimantic. She received a bachelor of science degree in nursing from the University of Connecticut in 2009 and served with the Connecticut Army National Guard from 1999 to 2008. She is a registered nurse. The groom is a 2000 graduate of Cheshire High School. He received a bachelor of science degree in psychology from the University of Connecticut in 2005 and served with the Connecticut Army National Guard from 1999 to 2008. He is a police officer. The couple resides in South Windsor.
Mr. & Mrs. William Dawson, Jr.
Maureen Olsen and William Charles Dawson, Jr. were married on Sept. 18, 2010 in Chestnut Hill, Mass. The Rev. Robert VerEcke, S. J. officiated the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Dr. Eileen O’Regan and Dr. Michael Olsen of Cheshire. The groom is the son of Ruby Smith of Chicago, Ill. and the late William Charles Dawson, Sr. Maid of honor was Kathleen Olsen, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Lauren Olsen, sister of the bride, and Sarah Dawson, sister of the groom. Best man was David Leal, friend of the groom. Ushers were Daniel Olsen, brother of the bride, and Alex Driver, friend of the groom. A reception followed at The Westin Copley in Boston. The honeymoon destination was Portland, Maine. The bride is a 2001 graduate of Cheshire High School. She received a bachelor of arts degree from Boston College in 2003 and works in advertising research at AOL. The groom is a 1996 graduate of St. Mark’s School in Southborough, Mass. He received a bachelor of arts degree from Boston College in 2000 and works in corporate training at Mercer. The couple resides in Watertown, Mass.
Mr. & Mrs. Dominic C. Proto
Courtney L. Gremelsbacker and Dominic C. Proto were married on June 26, 2010 at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Cheshire. The Rev. Sandy Stayner officiated the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Linda M. Gremelsbacker of Cheshire, and the late John A. Gremelsbacker. The groom is the son of Patricia A. Proto of Wallingford and Frank R. Proto of Branford. The bride was given in marriage by her mother. Matrons of honor were Laura Lombardo and Lynsey McCloskey, sisters of the bride. Bridesmaids were Casey Sherman, cousin of the bride, and Diana Proto and Danielle Proto, sisters of the groom. Flower girl was Caroline McCloskey, niece of the bride. Best man was Nicholas Lombardi, cousin of the groom. Ushers were Michael Lombardi, Jr., cousin of the groom, Richard Pruitt, Jr. and Timothy Wysoczanski, friends of the groom, and Corey Sherman, cousin of the bride. Junior usher was Jack Lombardo, nephew of the bride. Ring bearer was John McCloskey, nephew of the bride. The bride is a 1998 graduate of Cheshire High School. She received a bachelor of arts degree in sociology from the University of Vermont in 2002 and a master of arts degree in education from the University of New Haven in 2007. She is a first grade teacher at Conte West Hills Magnet School in New Haven. The groom is a 2001 graduate of Cheshire High School. He is a sales representative for Eder Bros. Liquor Distributors in West Haven. A reception followed at the New Haven Lawn Club. The honeymoon destination was Antigua. The couple resides in Cheshire.
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THE CHESHIRE HERALD, FEBRUARY 24, 2011
Three
newbeginnings Brady – Ruotolo
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The engagement of Ashley M. Brady and Michael J. Ruotolo has been announced. Ms. Brady is the daughter of Victoria M. Brady of Meriden and Thomas C. Brady of Cheshire. A 2003 graduate of Cheshire High School, she received a master’s degree in elementary education from Quinnipiac University in 2008. She is a kindergarten and first grade teacher in Bloomfield. Mr. Ruotolo is the son of Joan E. Ruotolo of Cheshire and James V. Ruotolo of Waterbury. A 2000 graduate of Cheshire High School, he received a bachelor’s degree in interactive digital design from Quinnipiac University in 2008. He is an IT system administrator at Sectra North America in Shelton. A wedding date has not been set.
O’Donnell – Wright
The engagement of Katherine Therese O’Donnell and Joseph Tuley Wright, IV has been announced. Ms. O’Donnell is the daughter of Carol O’Donnell and Bruce O’Donnell of Cheshire. A graduate of Cheshire High School, she received her undergraduate degree from St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, Pa. and a master’s degree in political management from George Washington University. She resides in Washington, D.C. where she is the advocacy and communications manager for Medtronic. Mr. Wright is the son of Joseph Tuley, III and Mary Wright of Baltimore, Md. He is a graduate of the University of Maryland and a senior legislative assistant for Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. of New Jersey. A September 2011 wedding is planned in Washington, D.C.
A son, Ethan Charles Merritt, was born on June 16, 2010 at Yale-New Haven Hospital to Robyn Witten Merritt and Robert Merritt of Cheshire. Maternal grandparents are Marlene and Alan Witten of Narragansett, R.I. and Lake Worth, Fla. Paternal grandparents are Beverlee and Joseph Merritt of Bloomfield. He joins two sisters, Hannah and Mollee. A daughter, Samantha Leighanne Madonna, was born on Aug. 26, 2010 at Saint Mary’s Hospital in Waterbury to Laura M. DeCaprio and Paul Madonna of Cheshire. Maternal grandparents are Louise J. and the late John L. DeCaprio of Cheshire. Paternal grandparents are Judy and the late Pat Madonna of Cheshire. Paternal great-grandmother is Shirley Bobok of Cheshire. She joins a brother, Paul Joseph, 15 months.
Births A son, Jacob Matthew Goncalves, was born on Sept. 4, 2010 at the Hospital of Saint Raphael in New Haven to Melanie Snedeker Goncalves and David Goncalves of Oakville. Maternal grandmother is Mary Snedeker of Cheshire. Paternal grandparents are Maria and Jose Goncalves of Oakville. Maternal great-grandmother is Mary Dziedzic of Cheshire. Paternal great-grandfather is Domingos Goncalves of Waterbury. He joins a brother, David Collin Goncalves, 15 months. See page 7 for more Birth Announcements.
Tahmoush – Dacunto
The engagement of Heather M. Tahmoush and James P. Dacunto, Jr. has been announced. Ms. Tahmoush is the daughter of Karen Tahmoush and Frank Tahmoush of Hilton Head, S.C. A 2002 graduate of Hartford High School in White River Junction, Vt., she received a bachelor of science degree in business marketing from Quinnipiac University in 2006. She is an account manager at Technical Gas Products in North Haven. Mr. Dacunto is the son of Vanessa Dacunto and James Dacunto of Cheshire. A 2001 graduate of Cheshire High School, he received a bachelor of science degree in business management from Central Connecticut State University in 2005 and an M.B.A. from Albertus Magnus College in 2009. He is a senior business development representative at Kelly Engineering Resources. A June 2011 wedding is planned.
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THE CHESHIRE HERALD, FEBRUARY 24, 2011
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Engagements
Ruscitti – Ludwig
The engagement of Maria Veneranda Ruscitti and Nicholas John Ludwig has been announced. Ms. Ruscitti is the daughter of Debora Ruscitti and Salvatore Ruscitti of Cheshire. A 2002 graduate of Cheshire High School, she received a bachelor’s degree in technology education from Central Connecticut State University in 2006 and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in interactive communication at Quinnipiac University. She is a technology education teacher for Region #10 Public School, Lewis S. Mills
High School, in Burlington. Mr. Ludwig is the son of Leslie Brainard and Ernie Ludwig and stepson of Gary Brainard and Joanne Ludwig, all of Cheshire. A 2001 graduate of Cheshire High School, he received an associate’s degree in science from Middlesex Community College and is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business administration with University of Phoenix. He is employed in billing and finance at Stanley Access Technologies in Farmington. A May 2011 wedding is planned.
Burdelski – Adams
The engagement of Kathleen Sand Burdelski and Kevin Patrick Adams has been announced. Ms. Burdelski is the daughter of Mary Burdelski and Henry Burdelski of Newington. A 2000 graduate of Newington High School, she received a bachelor of science degree in mathematics from Eastern Connecticut State University in 2004 and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in economics at Trinity College. She is a group benefits underwriter at Hartford Life in Simsbury. Mr. Adams is the son of Patricia Adams and Paul Adams of Cheshire. A 2001 graduate of Holy Cross High School in Waterbury, he received a bachelor of science degree in economics from Bentley University in 2005 and is currently pursuing a master of business administration degree at the University of Hartford. He is a group benefits underwriter at Hartford Life in Simsbury. An April 2011 wedding is planned.
Lenz – Crum
The engagement of Kathleen Lenz and Matthew Crum has been announced. Ms. Lenz is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kurt A. Lenz of Cheshire. A 2004 graduate of Cheshire High School, she receved a bachelor of arts degree in English from Trinity College in 2008 and a master of arts degree in teaching from the University of South Florida in 2009. She teaches all-day kindergarten at McMullen Booth Elementary School in Clearwater, Fla. Mr. Crum is the son of Mr. Frank Crum of Odessa, Fla. and Mrs. Lynne Wilson of Tarpon Springs, Fla. He received a bachelor’s degree in economics and religion from Trinity College and is vice president of Insurance Operations for Frank Winston Crum Insurance. He is currently pursuing a master of business administration degree at the University of Tampa. A July 2011 wedding is planned at the Trinity College Chapel.
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Winer – Fisher
The engagement of Kate Winer and Steven Fisher has been announced. Ms. Winer is the daughter of Bonnie C. Winer and Thomas Winer of Cheshire. A 1998 graduate of Cheshire High School, she received a bachelor of science degree in communications from Pennsylvania State University in 2002. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in strategic communications at Columbia University. She is vice president at Ogilvy Public Relations in New York City. Mr. Fisher is the son of Ronnie Fisher and Lawrence Fisher of New York. A 1995 graduate of Bronx High School of Science, he received a bachelor of arts degree from the University of Michigan in 1999 and a master of business administration degree from Columbia Business School in 2006. He is employed at Alphabet Capital Partners in New York City. A May 2011 wedding is planned.
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THE CHESHIRE HERALD, FEBRUARY 24, 2011
Five
newbeginnings Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Rinaldi
Corley Marie Pruitt and Matthew Daniel Rinaldi were married on July 18, 2010 at Our Lady of the Mountain R.C. Church in Bretton Woods, N.H. The Rev. Raymond Ball officiated the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Cynthia Pruitt and Dr. Jeffrey Pruitt of Garland, Tex. The groom is the son of Sally Rinaldi and Dan Rinaldi of Cheshire. The bride was given in marriage by her father. Matron of honor was Stacey Rosenthal, friend of the bride. Flower girl was Mackenzie Pruitt, niece of the bride. Best man was Jeff Rosenthal, friend of the groom, Ring bearer was Jordan Pruitt, nephew of the bride. A reception followed at Omni Mt. Washington Resort in Bretton Woods, N.H. The bride is a graduate of South Garland High School in Garland, Tex. She received a bachelor of
Mr. & Mrs. Ashwin Lall
Erin Kozaczuk and Ashwin Lall were married on July 10, 2010 at St. Bridget Church in Cheshire. Deacon Richard Wilbur officiated the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Judith Kozaczuk and Richard Kozaczuk of Cheshire. The groom is the son of Pria Lall and Ajeet Lall of Kolkata, India. The bride was given in marriage by her parents. Maid of honor was Kerry Kozaczuk, sister of the bride. Flower girl was Zara Lall, cousin of the groom. Best man was Christopher Hall, friend of the groom. A reception followed at Testa’s in Southington. The honeymoon destination was Hawaii. The bride is a 1999 graduate of Cheshire High School. She graduated magna cum laude from Colgate University in 2003 and received a master of education degree with distinction from Quinnipiac University in 2005. The groom is a 1999 graduate of La Martiniere, Calcutta, India. He graduated magna cum laude from Colgate University in 2003 and received a Ph.D. in computer science from the University of Rochester in 2008. He is an associate professor of computer science at Dennison University. The couple resides in Granville, Ohio.
science degree in psychology from Texas Tech University and a master of arts degree in professional counseling from Amberton University. She is the owner of Positive 10, a counseling and life coaching company. The groom is a 1993 graduate of Cheshire High School. He received a bachelor of business administration degree in economics from James Madison University and a juris doctorate from Boston University Law School. He is an attorney with Miller, Egan, Molter & Nelson LLP in Dallas, Tex. The couple resides in Irving, Tex.
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Six
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Engagements Gilmore – Sejdic
The engagement of Kristen Gilmore and Husret Eti Sejdic has been announced. Ms. Gilmore is the daughter of Greg Gilmore of Cheshire. She is a 2002 graduate of Cheshire High School and received a bachelor’s degree in history and philosophy from Pennsylvania State University in 2006. She is a senior branch manager for Randstad. Mr. Sejdic is the son of Atije Sejdic of Meriden and the late Husref Sejdic. He is an associate facility team leader at Whole Foods Market Distribution Center in Cheshire. A September 2011 wedding is planned.
The engagement of Robyn Gunn and Jason Cogle has been announced. Ms. Gunn is the daughter of Carmen Gunn of Brighton, Vt. and Robert Gunn of Island Pond, Vt. She is a 2004 graduate of North Country Union High School in Newport, Vt. She is office manager at Service First Merchandising, Inc. Mr. Cogle is the son of Judith Cogle and Philip Cogle of Cheshire. A 1989 graduate of
Gunn – Cogle
Cheshire High School, he received an associate’s degree in criminal justice from Mattatuck Community College in 1994, a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Central Connecticut State University in 1997, and a juris doctorate from Quinnipiac University School of Law in 2001. He is the owner of Service First Merchandising, Inc. An August 2011 wedding is planned.
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Walberg – Krisavage
The engagement of Nicole Walberg and Adam Krisavage has been announced. Ms. Walberg is the daughter of Donna Walberg of West Haven and the late Gary Walberg of Cheshire. A 2004 graduate of Cheshire High School, she received a bachelor of arts degree in history from Central Connecticut State University in 2009. Mr. Krisavage is the son of Dawn Krisavage and Paul Krisavage of Prospect. He is a 2005 graduate of Holy Cross High School in Waterbury. An April 2012 wedding is planned.
have increasingly been turning to free online honeymoon registries that not only help to couples plan and pay for the perfect honeymoon, but also give guests an option to give something meaningful. Wedding guests can conveniently choose from a host of activities listed by the newlyweds themselves, including dinners, local tourist attractions, and even airline and train tickets. In so doing, guests can ensure that newlyweds will have the honeymoon of their dreams. Sarah and Patrick enjoyed a dream honeymoon in Costa Rica, one made more memorable thanks to their guests’ thoughtful contributions to the couple’s honeyfund.
“Many of our guests couldn’t wait to talk to us about what they had selected from our registry,” said Sarah. “We are using photo postcards of our trip as thank-you notes since everyone at the wedding was requesting a picture of us enjoying their gift.” An online honeymoon registry also helps guests avoid shipping hassles or, worse yet, having to bring gifts with them on a flight, and pay extra baggage fees. “Our honeymoon registry meant our guests didn’t have to lug gifts cross-country or worry about shipping. And we didn’t have to make one return or worry about lost gift receipts,” added Patrick. Learn more by searching “honeymoon registries” online.
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Betterini – Veras
The engagement of Kate E. Betterini and Justin G. Veras has been announced. Ms. Betterini is the daughter of Joanne F. Betterini of Cheshire and the late Robert L. Betterini. A 2002 graduate of Cheshire High School, she received a bachelor of arts degree in elementary and special education, magna cum laude, from Providence College in 2006 and a master of arts degree in early childhood education from St. Joseph College in 2010. She is a first grade teacher in West Hartford. Mr. Veras is the son of Janet Veras and Greg Veras of Torrington. A 2001 graduate of St. Paul Catholic High School in Bristol, he received a bachelor of arts degree in English from the University of Connecticut in 2005 and a master of business administration degree from Post University in 2010. He is employed at AXA Equitable in Farmington. An August 2011 wedding is planned.
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A daughter, Maryn Cassidy Bowman, was born on July 15, 2010 in Meriden to Melissa Gordon Bowman and Peter C. Bowman of Plantsville. Maternal grandparents are Nancy and Christopher Bowman of Cheshire. Paternal grandmother is Carol Gordon of Branford, formerly of Cheshire. Maternal great-grandmother is Margaret Gorham of Cheshire. Paternal great-grandparents are the late Nancy and William Gates of Cheshire and the late Mary and Edward Bowman of Cheshire. A son, John “Jack” Stephen Salemo, was born on July 22, 2010 in New York City to Regina DiMungo Salemo and Michael Salemo of New York City. Maternal grandparents are Rosemary and Stephen DiMungo of Cheshire. Paternal grandparents are Rita and Robert Salemo of River Edge, N.J. Maternal great-grandmother is Grace Iovene of Cheshire. Paternal great-grandmother is Jeanne Salemo of Bronx, N.Y. He joins a sister, Emily, 2. A daughter, Jovanna Marie Brucato, was born on Aug. 9, 2010 in Bristol to Kelly Norris Brucato and John Brucato of Cheshire. Maternal grandparents are Ann and Robert Norris of Minnesota. Paternal grandparents are Dawn and John Brucato of Cheshire. Maternal great-grandmother is Mary Sereduck of Waterbury. Paternal great-grandmother is Jean Brucato of Cheshire. She joins brothers Johnny, 8, and Jason, 4.
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Births A son, Mason Dallis Lilly, was born on Sept. 8, 2010 to Gretchen Hug Lilly and Les Lilly of Montgomery, Minn. Maternal grandparents are Mary and Walt Hug of Cheshire. Paternal grandparents are Jane Lilly of Jumping Branch, W.Va. and the late Dallis Lilly. A son, Derek Morgan Henderson, was born on Sept. 24, 2010 at YaleNew Haven Hospital to Rachel Kelly Henderson and Craig Henderson of Cheshire. Maternal grandparents are Maryann and Walter Kelly of Wallingford. Paternal grandparents are Martha Henderson of Cheshire and the late Douglas Henderson. Maternal great-grandmother is Rachel D’Alessio of Wethersfield. He joins a brother, Douglas W. Henderson, 2. A son, Owen Anthony Hodum, was born on Oct. 6, 2010 at MidState Medical Center to Jessica Erasmus Hodum and Tony Hodum of Wallingford. Maternal grandparents are Pam and Paul Erasmus of Cheshire. Paternal grandparents are Lynn and Anthony Hodum of New Jersey. He joins a sister, Isabelle, 2. A son, Palmer James Gerard Simpson, was born on Oct. 12, 2010 at MidState Medical Center in Meriden to Stacey Dube Simpson and Shawn Simpson of Wolcott. Maternal grandparents are Donna and Richard Dube of Cheshire. Paternal grandparents are Patricia Simpson of Wallingford and Jack Simpson of Hamden.
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A daughter, Mackenzie Marie Hearrin, was born on Oct. 13, 2010 at the Hospital of Saint Raphael to Laurie (Ferraro) Hearrin and David Hearrin of Cheshire. Maternal grandparents are Gladys and Al Ferraro of Hamden. Paternal grandparents are Muriel and Gary Hearrin of Wells, Maine. Maternal great-grandmother is Gladys Peach of Hamden. Mackenzie joins a brother, Hunter, 2. A son, Dominic Michael Ostuno, was born on Oct. 28, 2010 at Hartford Hospital to Krista Hilzinger Ostuno and Jeffrey Ostuno of Cheshire. Maternal grandparents are John R. Hilzinger of Cheshire and Beverly and Joe Cristino of Cheshire. Paternal grandparents are Susan and Saverio Ostuno of Cheshire. He joins two brothers, Todd, 9, and Ryan, 8. A son, Evan Michael Napp, was born on Nov. 1, 2010 at Waterbury Hospital to Emily Richter Napp and Matthew Napp of Watertown. Maternal grandparents are Laura Neal Richter of Cheshire and Jeffrey Richter of Wallingford. Paternal grandparents are Geraldine and Ralph Napp of Watertown. Maternal great-grandmother is Stina J. Neal of Cheshire. Paternal great-grandmother is Norine Klimaszewski of Cheshire.
THE CHESHIRE HERALD, FEBRUARY 24, 2011
Eight
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Anastasia Elizabeth Shutts and Hayden Cumings Mixsell were married on Sept. 4, 2010 at the bride’s family chalet in Rockingham, Vt. Dr. Regina Mooney, friend of the groom’s mother, officiated the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Beth and Emmett Shutts of Hamden, formerly of Cheshire, and granddaughter of Betty Shutts of Cheshire and Frances Green of Annapolis, Md. The groom is the son of Sally and Hank Mixsell of Hamden, and grandson of Isabel Leach of Old Lyme. The bride was given in marriage by her father. Matron of honor was Elizabeth Carbine Bradshaw, friend of the bride. Bridesmaids were Lenora Keil Shutts, sister-inlaw of the bride; Brie Everard, cousin of the bride; and Gina Troisi, friend of the bride. Best man was Austin Mixsell, brother of the groom. Groomsmen were Emmett Shutts, brother of the bride; and David Riccio and Edward Rodican, friends of the groom. Ring bearer was Maxwell Bradshaw, son of the matron of honor. Junior ring bearer was Kyle Emmett Shutts, nephew of the bride. A reception followed the ceremony. A brunch was held the next morning. The honeymoon destination was Fenway Park for a Red Sox game followed by a trip to Arizona. The bride graduated from Hamden High School and from the University of New Hampshire with a degree in forestry. She holds a master’s degree in environmental education from Southern Connecticut State University. She is a licensed arborist and is employed in the family business, Emmett Shutts Tree Service and Landscaping. The groom graduated from Hamden Hall Country Day School and attended St. Lawrence University. He is certified in turf and ornamental care and is employed by a local landscaping company. The couple resides in Wallingford.
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Casey DeVita and John Marinuzzi were married on July 8, 2010, beachside in Newport, R.I. The Rev. Michael Egan officiated the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Margaret DeVita and Richard DeVita of Cheshire. The groom is the son of Ruth Marinuzzi of Wallingford and the late John Francis Marinuzzi. Matrons of honor were Carla LaPrade and Christin Crowder, sisters of the bride. Flower girls were Georgia Crowder and Abby Crowder, nieces of the bride. Best man was Paul Renkewitz, Jr., cousin of the groom. Usher was Cassidy Bevacqua, nephew of the groom. A beachside clambake reception followed at the Atlantic Beach Club in Middletown, R.I. The couple honeymooned in Seattle, San Francisco, and Sonoma, Calif. The bride is a French teacher and girls’ varsity tennis coach at Staples High School in Westport. The groom is a software engineer at Hypack, Inc. in Middletown. The couple resides in North Haven.
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Melissa Anne Bichun and Lawrence Brian Rosenthal were married on Aug. 14, 2010 at The Farms Country Club in Wallingford. Rabbi Stephen Steinberg officiated the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Barbara Bichun and Paul Bichun of Guilford. The groom is the son of Faith Rosenthal and Mike Rosenthal of Cheshire. The bride was given in marriage by her father. Matron of honor was Stacie Williams, friend of the bride. Bridesmaid was Stacy Rosenthal, sister-in-law of the bride. Flower girl was Zoe Williams, daughter of the matron of honor. Best man was Jeff Rosenthal, brother of the groom. Usher was John-Paul Bichun, brother-in-law of the groom. A reception followed at The Farms Country Club. The honeymoon destination was Antigua. The bride is a 1997 graduate of Guilford High School. She received a bachelor of arts degree from Marist College in 2001 and a master of science degree from Southern Connecticut State University in 2006. She is a teacher in Regional District 13. The groom is a 1997 graduate of Cheshire High School. He received a bachelor of science degree from Bryant College in 2001 and is employed by Allergen Pharmaceutical Sales. The couple resides in Cheshire.
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