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DATE: SUNDAY, August 8, 1993                   TAG: 9308060288
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RUSSELL-THURSTON

Ann Elizabeth Thurston and Dale Franklin Russell were married August 7, 1993, in New Testament Baptist Church with Dr. J. E. Edwards officiating. The reception was held at the Church Fellowship Hall. The matron of honor was Deborah T. Williams, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Amy Thurston, sister-in-law of bride, Tammy Anderson and Melinda Sink. Flowergirl was Kristen Elizabeth Thurston. The best man was Earl C. Russell, father of the groom. Ushers were Jim Thurston, brother of bride, Tony Anderson and Chris Hall. Guestbook was attended by Michelle Shephard. The bride wore a satin gown accented with schiffli lace and pearls. She carried white roses accented with ivy and pearls. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James R. Thurston, Sr., of Vinton. She graduated from William Byrd High School and from Liberty University and is self-employed as a professional Beauty Consultant. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Earl C. Russell of Roanoke. He graduated from William Fleming High School and Virginia Western Community College. He is employed by Kinney Corporation. The newlyweds will live in Roanoke after a wedding trip to North Carolina. 


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