Melissa Morris | Ryan Mancini

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AUSTINTOWN

Melissa Ann Morris and Ryan Christopher Mancini, both of Chicago, were united in marriage Dec. 17, 2011, at Grace Church of the Nazarene, in a ceremony officiated by the Rev. Robert Donato.

A reception followed at Ciminero’s Banquet Centre in Niles.

The bride, daughter of Karen Morris of Liberty and Steven C. Morris of Niles, is a senior student of the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, pursuing a degree in counseling.

The groom, son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Mancini of Girard, graduated from Youngstown State University with a degree in history. He is assistant property manager for Shepherd Management in Chicago.

Maid of honor for the bride was Stephanie Bennett, who wore a chocolate truffle-colored gown, as did the bridesmaids, Richelle Sowers, Dawna Goller, Rachel Carney and Nora Campana.

Dave Johnson served as best man, and groomsmen were Steve Morris Jr., brother of the bride; Aaron Mancini, brother of the groom; Matt Blount; and Ryan Gerchak.