Weddings

Ransdell-Morgan

Erin Ransdell, Topeka, and Curtis Morgan, Lawrence, were married Aug. 14, 2004, at the First United Methodist Church in Lawrence with the Rev. Barbara Clinger officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Clark and Marcia Ransdell, Topeka. The groom is the son of Larry and Theresa Morgan, Lawrence.

Matron of honor was Kelly Jimenez. Best man was Clint Morgan. Bridesmaids were Carrie Baxter, Christi Johnson and Taryn Brooke. Groomsmen were Shane Robinson, Jason Willems and Bo Johnson.

Jakeb Jimenez was ring bearer and Olivia Jimenez was flower girl. Chris Dodds was usher. Crystal Dodds was the bride’s personal assistant. Guest book attendants were Cyndi Harvey and Ami Harvey. Amy Schwindt was soloist. Kelli Bowin was reader.

A reception followed the ceremony at the Knights of Columbus Hall.

The bride is a graduate of Seaman High School. She received a bachelor’s degree in communication from Kansas University. She is operations coordinator for Beauty Brands Inc. in Kansas City, Mo.

The groom is a Lawrence High School graduate. He earned a bachelor’s degree in education from KU. He is self-employed with Curtis Morgan Construction in Lawrence.

The couple reside in Lawrence.

Klein-Blackstone

Marcie Rose Klein and Robert Charles Blackstone, both of Lawrence, were married July 31, 2004, in Kennebunkport, Maine, with the Rev. M.L. Agnew Jr. officiating.

The bride is the daughter of George and Linda Klein, Worcester, Mass. The groom is the son of Harold and Kathryn Blackstone, Whitehouse Station, N.J.

Robert and Marcie Blackstone

Matron of honor was Tamie Endow. Best man was Todd Smith. Bridesmaids were Maggie Cooper, Fara Jellson, Randi Spiegel, Elizabeth Wetherbee, Sarah Williams and Elizabeth Windram. Groomsmen were Matthew Campanelli, Christopher Cuneo, Jonathan Endow, Eric Hasenauer, David Klein and Jeffrey Manning. Kristen Bailey was junior bridesmaid. Marissa Endow and Victoria Endow were flower girls.

A reception was given at the Nonantum Resort in Kennebunkport, Maine.

The bride is a 1996 graduate of Doherty High School, Worcester, Mass. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Mich., in 2000. She is pursuing a Master of Science degree in education from Kansas University. She is employed as executive sales director at Riverfront Chocolates in Lawrence.

The groom graduated in 1996 from The Pingry School in Martinsville, N.J. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics and history at Williams College, Williamstown, Mass., in 2000. He is pursuing a doctorate in history at KU. He is employed as a dissertation fellow at the U.S. Army Center of Military History.

The couple reside in Lawrence.

Hamill-Little

Sherri Hamill and Brett Little, both of Lawrence, were married Dec. 18, 2004, at Mustard Seed Christian Fellowship in Lawrence with Pastor Paul Taylor officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Chuck and Joyce Hamill, Garden City. The groom is the son of Dwayne and LaDonna Little, Kansas City, Kan.

Matron of honor was Jessica Atherton. Best man was Jon Bond. Bridesmaids were Heather Ball and Susan Gibler. Groomsmen were D.J. Little and Mitchell Little. Ushers were Larry Borders Jr. and Mark Euler. Candle lighter was Nina Burris. Leland Ball was ring bearer. Chloee Ball was flower girl.

Sherri and Brett Little

A reception followed the ceremony at the church.

The bride is a 1996 graduate of Garden City High School and a 2004 graduate of Kansas University. She is employed with Drs. Edwards & Wilson Periodontics.

The groom is a 2000 graduate of Mission Oaks Christian High School. He is employed at Penny’s Concrete and is a volunteer with Wakarusa Township Fire Department.

The couple reside in Lawrence.

Kitterman-Burchett

Penny Kitterman, McLouth, and Travis Burchett, Fontana, were married June 5, 2004, at Basehor United Methodist Church in Bonner Springs with the Rev. Wayne Castle officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Larry and Reta Kitterman, McLouth. The groom is the son of Wayne and Debbie Burchett, Fontana.

Maid of honor was Jodi Kitterman. Best man was Justin Burchett. Bridesmaids were Holly Kitterman and Jessica Folsom. Groomsmen were Tim Mallory and Nat Brackett. Flower girl was Madison McGinness. Ring bearer was Colby Jones.

Ushers were Justin Durkes, Seth Jones, Scott Watson and Heath Wilson. Jessica Steffey and Lindsey Cameron were candle lighters. Heather Winzer was scripture reader. Soloists included Kristen Murphy, Vicki Bechard and Victoria McDowell. Jami Burchett was guest book attendant. Megan Feldman was gift attendant. Program attendants were Emily Feldman, Samantha Owens, Amy Wilson and Chad Wilson.

Penny and Travis Burchett

A reception was given at the Centennial Center in Bonner Springs.

The bride is a 2000 graduate of McLouth High School. She received a degree in biology and science education from Pittsburg State University. She is an earth science teacher at Abingdon High School in Abingdon, Va.

The groom is a 1998 graduate of Prairie View High School. He received a degree in plastics engineering and a master’s degree in business administration from Pittsburg State University. He is a manufacturing engineer for General Dynamics in Marion, Va.

The couple reside in Abingdon, Va.