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Walter E. Cupit '88 and Kelly Gavin were married Dec. 20, 2003 at St. Charles Borromeo in Skillman, N.J. Friends that attended the ceremony were (front, l-r) Joe Zanna, Kathyrn Obelenus, Jordan Mitchell, Beth Newman, Tara Fusaro, Kelly (Gavin) Cupit, Walter E. Cupit '88, Tim Kinsley, Noah Mitchell, Donald Fry, Andrew Gavin, and Kathy Garofano. The couple lives in Hillsborough, N.J. Walter is employed by Princeton University as the Scene Shop manager.

Heather M. Rosenstein '95 married Patrick Perfetta on June 7, 2003 in Columbia, Md. Juniata College alumni and friends in attendance were: (front, l-r) Jennifer (Reich) Behe '95, Eric B. Snyder '94, Sarah (Moe) Snyder '95, Stephanie (Smith) Snyder '95, Tiffany (Davis) Leis '94, (row 2, l-r) Daniel S. Behe '94, Benjamin S. Kohr '95, Heather (Rosenstein) Perfetta '95, Patrick Perfetta, Gregory S. Leis '94, (row 3, l-r) Shane P. Leahy '95, Christy (Gongloff) Leahy '95, Erin (Read) Kohr '95, Jennifer (Burns) Barnhart '95, and Robert E. Swartwovt '94.

Heather L. Davis '96 and Christopher Myers were married Aug. 16, 2003. Juniata alumni in attendance were: (front, l-r) Maria (VanVelson) Brouse '96, Jocelyn (Hochman) Rich '96, Rachel (Stahl) Dagle '96, Amy F. Haberl '98, (row 2, l-r) Jason A. Dagle '97, Dennis A. Brouse '95, Heather (Davis) Myers '96, T. Wesley Rich '95, Christopher Myers, Heather C. English '97, Cynthia L. Anderson '96, Charles (Chuck) E. Yohn '83, and Sharon (Simpson) Yohn '99. During the ceremony and reception, a red rose was displayed in memory of Eileen (Brubaker) Cunningham '96. Heather graduated from Ohio State University of Veterinary Medicine in June 2003 with a doctorate in veterinary medicine. She is employed as a small animal veterinarian with Kettering Animal Hospital, Kettering, Ohio.

Purvi P. Shah '97 and Parag Parekh were married May 22, 2004 in a traditional Hindu ceremony at Royal Albert's Palace in Fords, N.J. The day-long wedding festivities were attended by more than 500 guests including several Juniata alumni: Danielle L. DeAngelis '97, Rebecca A. Derstine '97, Kimberly (Matheke) Sabella '97, Crystal D. Mellott '96, and sister of the bride Parisha P. Shah '01. The couple vacationed in Jamaica and then moved to their new home in Baltimore, Md. Purvi obtained a medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2001. After completing her residency in Internal Medicine at Mercy Catholic Medical CenterDrexel University in Philadelphia, she joined a private practice in Baltimore, Md. Her husband is currently a resident in ophthalmology at Johns Hopkins University Hospital in Baltimore, Md.

Katherine M. Cavanaugh '99 and Scott Matthews were married Sept. 20, 2003 at Swan Harbor Farm in Havre de Grace, Md. in an outdoor ceremony. The couple honeymooned at the National Parks of Utah. Juniata alumni in attendance were: Jason C. Biringer '99, Matthew L. Foell '99, Scott Matthews, Katherine M. Cavanaugh '99, Sarah E. Hamsher '99, David M. Feldser '98, and Andrew J. Brignole '99.

Mandy A. Molnar '99 and Adam M. Fenstermacher '00 were married June 21, 2003 at Marrara's Mountain Lodge in Bald Eagle Pa. Juniata College alumni and friends in attendance were: Kelly A. Turlish '98, Nichole L. Book '00, Ryan T. Mellot '99, Mark A. Berkheimer '01, Nicole L. McPhee '00, Janine Dudash, Ray J. Snyder '00, Julie A. Kowalski '99, Christian T. Lamp '94, Gretchen M. Booker '99, Mary (Kistulentz) Blazina '91, William Blazina, Timothy J. Nabozny '00, Mark C. Molnar '97, Theresa (Loch) Molnar '96, Jason B. Baker '99, Benjamin J. Sukenik '00, Katharine Jemison, and Stacey Svirko. The couple resides in Eugene, Ore.

Natalie D. Todor '00 and Brian Bischof were married Sept. 6, 2002. Juniata alumni in attendance were: Jennifer (Witmer) Nace '99, Carly D. Hitzfeld '00, Ann M.E. Margrave '01, Christy L. Zalac '01, Brian Bischof, Natalie (Todor) Bischof '00, Rani K. Vasudeva '01, Suzann M. Bromfi eld '00, and Alicia K. Wann '00. Also in attendance but not pictured was Susan (Parsons) Witmer '69.

Rebecca K. Barrett '00 married Jason Fox Dec. 27, 2003 in Clay Center, Kan. They met at The University of Kansas where Rebecca is now pursuing an advanced degree in American studies. After a honeymoon in Cancun, they returned to their home in Lawrence, Kan. Juniata alumni in attendance were (l-r) Sarah M. Barnett '02, Karen L. Lombardi '00, Rebecca (Barnett) Fox '00, Jason Fox, Carissa A. Gigliotti '00, and Daniel P. Hauessser '01.

Megan E. Rotz '99 and Frederick “Fritz” R. Bayer '94 were married July 5, 2003. Juniata College alumni and friends in attendance were: (front, l-r) Megan (Rotz) Bayer '99, Fritz R. Bayer '94, Angela (Wolf) Thompson '96, John P. Thompson '94, Aaron Thompson, Toby G. Mitchell '95, (Row 2, l-r) Erin M. Black '99, Gendie (Haverstein) Baker '98, Heather M. Scalia '00, Christopher M. Scalia '98, David J. Fritsch '94, Michael V. Schmuff '93, Lane J. Zugalla '95, Eric D. Linn '93, Jeffrey M. Batey '94, Shirley Powell, Benjamin F. Bell '94, David K. Goodman '74, Anne (Niekas) Layng '70, Jen Mitchell, Clair F. Kenyon '68, Scott M. Temple '94, Kerry Cipollini, Eric B. Snyder '94, Eric M. Powell '94, Benjamin P. Straub '95, Jim Lakso, Craig I. Schonour '92, Daniel S. Behe '94, William A. Dunlap '96, Steve Putt, Philip G. Thompson '68, Alan W. Herbster '69, John M. Cook '68, Kirsten E. Kenyon '98, and G. Robert Weaver '70. Also in attendance but not pictured were Barbara (Spooner) Weaver '69 Kelly L. Cook '00, Allyson J. Kenyon '00, and Donna Weimer.

Anna R. Becker '00 and Matthias Heinzelmann were married March 15, 2003 in St. Mary's Catholic Church, Altoona, Pa. The couple resides in Frankfurt, Germany where Anna is working toward her doctorate at the University of Frankfurt. Juniata alumni and friends in attendance were: (row 1) Erika J. Drosnock '00, (row 2, l-r) Ellen E. Peterman '01, Anna (Becker) Heinzelmann '00, Matthias Heinzelmann, Rani K. Vasudeva '00, James Harding, Kari (Fox) Harding '99, Jamie L. Strohmeyer '02, and Janet R. Becker '02.

Nicole C. Dirato '01 and Brian T. Engard '01 were married May 22, 2004 in Narberth, Pa. The couple met during their freshmen year at Juniata. Nicole is a webmaster for Jenkins Law Library, Philadelphia, Pa. Brian began a new job in the registrar's offi ce at Haverford College. The couple resides in Havertown, Pa. Juniata alumnus Tad E. Stauffer '01 attended the wedding.

Catharine E. Leisey '02 and Jason C.E. Carbaugh '02 were married June 14, 2003 in Middletown, Pa. Juniata alumni present were: Amanda J. Gibson '02, Kristine (Lipuma) Mindyas '02, Justin P. Miller '02, Jason C.E. Carbaugh '02, Catherine (Leisey) Carbaugh '02, Clara E. Hendricks '02, Ruth E. Bernhardt '02, and Lindsay M. Briggs '02. Kate is a teacher in the Central Fulton School District near McConnellsburg, Pa. Jason teaches math at James Buchanan High School, Mercersburg, Pa.

Shannon D. Brown '04 and Brandie Gauger were married Nov. 29, 2003. Juniata friends and family in attendance were: Shannon D. Brown '04, Jessie L. Dick '04, Deborah M. Mensch '04, Rebecca E. Ritchey '04, Ian M. Blanchard '04, Katherine A. Scanlan '05, Sean R. McCready '04, Erin E. McDonell '04, Catherine J. Sheely '04, Darren M. Moser '04, Matthew L. Bochman '03, Kristopher R. Brown '07, Wynn A. Hansen '04, Jared B. Miller '03, Andrea M. Denkovich '04 and Brian J. Dinning '04.

Ruth (Perestam) Klehm '58 wed A. Finley France III on Nov. 8, 2003 in Farmington Hills, Mich. Susan (Fawcett) Fusco '58 and Richard J. Fusco '55 attended the wedding.

Janice L. Glass '74 and Scott King were married Aug. 9, 2003. The couple resides in Martinsburg, Pa where Janice is a congregational life team coordinator for the Church of the Brethren General Board.

Ruth A. Randall '76 and James Edwin “Ed” Smith were married Nov. 8, 2003 in Frederick, Md.

George R. Rohrer '78 and Tracy L. Dosch were married Oct. 4, 2003.

Kelly D. Benish '82 and Stephen Chicknoski were married on a beautiful beach in Hawaii on April 10, 2004. Kelly is president and owner of a consulting firm specializing in strategic planning and marketing for health care organizations. The couple resides in Baltimore, Md.

Robert W. Nairn '89 and Amanda Kuhlman were married at a private ceremony atop a mountain in the Ozarks on Feb. 14, 2004. Bob, Amanda, and daughter Maria live in Norman, Okla., where Bob teaches and does research at the University of Oklahoma.

Carroll A. Davey '90 and Michael Mannino were married June 26, 2004 in Denver, Colo.

Kelly L. Senetcen '90 and Victor Kloc, Jr. were married Sept. 20, 2003 in New Preston, Conn. Juniata alumni in attendance were Susan (DeSesso) Falco '91, Tammy (Moon) Carper '91, and Amy (Buckbee) Noteboom '90. Kelly and Victor reside in Prospect, Conn.

hristopher R. Bush '92 and Christine Ahern were wed in Kingston, R.I. on Sept. 6, 2003. Juniata alumni in attendance were Penney (Robinson) Bush '65 and Carl G. Bush '65, Grant W. Hunter '92, Stephanie (Smith) '92 Landis and Robert C. Landis, Jr. '92. Chris is the special assistant attorney general with the Rhode Island Department of the Attorney General.

Julia D. Beekley '93 and Ben Jones were joined in marriage May 5, 2003.

John K. Carmelite '93 and Melanie Haser were married July 19, 2003 in Pittsburgh, Pa. They live in Mars, Pa. with Melanie's son Jake, 7. John is a business development manager for IntelliMark.

Douglas L. Flasher '93 and Jill Gray were married July 10, 2004 in Three Springs, Pa. Doug is the executive director of the Malta Home in Granville, Pa. The couple resides in Saltillo, Pa.

Jennifer L. Shriver '93 and Peter Huba were married Feb. 14, 2004.

Brian E. Hack '94 and Caterina Pierre were married Feb. 7, 2003 at City Hall in Manhattan. Both are finishing their doctoral degrees in art history at The Graduate Center of the City University of New York, where they met in 1997. Brian is also a songwriter and lead guitarist for the rockabilly combo Rhythm Bound. Last year they recorded their debut CD, Born to Love You, and also performed at Viva Las Vegas, a rockabilly weekender held annually at the Gold Coast Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nev. The couple resides in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn and sends their best to all Juniatians past and present.

Catherine M. Tomlin '96 and Todd Burruss were married Sept. 6, 2003.

Sean S. Houseknecht '97 and Layla Olnick were married June 26, 2004. Sean is a middle school science teacher in Elizabethtown, Pa.

Courtney Colonna '98 married Bill Pydyn on May 1, 2004 in Pittsburgh, Pa. Courtney received her master's degree in public health from the University of Pittsburgh and works as a senior research associate at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center's Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic.

Kathi J. Blount '00 and Matthew Shepherd were wed April 17, 2004. The couple lives in Holt, Mo.

Vincent N. Humenay '00 and Jenny Hughes were married Jan. 11, 2003. Vincent is a water pollution biologist for the Department of Environmental Protection in Harrisburg, Pa. He performs environmental assessments on dam projects across the state. The assessments include fi sh passage structures and dam removal and construction. Jenny and Vincent's daughter Tyler Madison, was born on April 10, 2002. The family resides in Shermans Dale, Pa.

Kelly L. Peterman '00 and Paul Snelick were married Dec. 7, 2002. Kelly and Paul are both employed at Raytheon in State College, Pa. They reside in Port Matilda with their son, Dylon.

Tabitha R. Campbell '01 and Osme Vernon Benedict III were married at Jackson Barracks in New Orleans, La. on March 13, 2004. Due to the locale, no Juniatians made it.