Burleson Star (Burleson, Tex.), Vol. 20, No. 25, Ed. 1 Monday, January 7, 1985 Page: 4 of 16
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November bride
Miss Tracy Alana Atchison and
Allen Odell Shelley were united in
marriage in a double-ring candlelight
service at 8 p.m., Nov. 10 at the First
Assembly of God Church. Ron Davis,
pastor of the church, performed the
wedding ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Jimmy
L. and Judy Atchison, Route 5 resi-
dents of Burleson. The bridegroom is
the son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Shelley
of 417 Linda Drive.
The altar of the church was deco-
rated with brass candle bras and an
archway of green foliage, burgundy
and pink silk flowers. Church pews
were adorned with burgundy bows
tied with English ivy and baby’s
breath. Two fresh rose arrangements
graced the altar, one positioned on
the piano and one on the organ.
Organist Kay LeFan accompanied
vocalists Carolyn LeFan and Mike
Hull as they sang “Just You and I,”
“God, a Woman, and a Man,” and
“The Wedding Song.”
All grandparents wore bouton-
nieres of baby’s breath and single
roses and corsages of burgundy and
pink roses with baby’s breath. Flow-
ers carried by the bridal attendants
were arranged by the bride.
GIVEN IN MARRIAGE by her
father, the bride wore a formal or-
ganza gown featuring a high neckline
and Victorian sleeves. Sheer illusion
formed the yoke of the gown, which
was accented with Venice lace and
pearls. Hie full skirt of the wedding
gown had a solid front panel embel-
lished with Venice and re-embroider-
ed lace.
Wedgewood lace ruffles cascaded
down the back of the skirt to the end
of the chapel-length train. The bride
carried a floral cascading bouquet of
silk burgundy and pink roses, en-
twined with English ivy.
Attending the bride as her maid of
honor was Carolyn LeFan, along with
bridesmaids, Deborah Atchison and
Teresa Brently. Attendants wore
identical gowns of burgundy satin
with lace overlays on the skirts. The
maid of honor carried a cascade of
burgundy rosebuds with baby’s
breath and burgundy ribbon. Brides-
maids carried single burgundy roses
with matching ribbon and baby’s
breath accents.
The best man was Billy Witte, and
groomsmen included Philip Robinson
and Michael Wofford. All male atten-
dants wore gray tuxedos. Ushers
included the bride’s brother, Stephen
Atchison, and her cousin Wesley Jeff-
ress.
Allison Shelley, the bridegroom’s
sister, served as the flower girl, and
the ringbearer was Aaron Morgan, a
cousin of the bride. Allison wore a
floor-length Victorian style dress of
burgundy satin and pink lace. She
wore a wreath of pink and burgundy
rosebuds entwined with baby’s
breath. She carried a basket made by
the bride and filled with flower pet-
als, adorned with burgundy ribbons
and roses.
For her daughter’s wedding, Mrs.
Atchison chose a street-length dress
of mauve chiffon with a matching
MRS. ALLEN ODELL SHELLEY
... the former Miss Tracy Atchison
satin belt, cuffs, and collar. She wore
a corsage of burgundy and pink roses
with baby’s breath. The bridegroom s
mother wore an identical corsage on
her street-length gray chiffon blouson
dress featuring a pleated skirt and
burgundy accessories.
A RECEPTION FOLLOWED the
ceremony in the church fellowship
hall. The bride's table was covered in
white satin with a white lace overlay.
Members of the house-party included
Margaret Johnson, Kim Martin, and
Melissa Newman at the bride’s table.
Serving at the bridegroom’s table
were Lorie Etheridge and Stephanie
Ralston, and assisting \Vith guest
registration was Sonya Shelley.
Special wedding guests were the
bridegroom’s grandparents, Mr. and
Mrs. Odell Shelley and Mr and Mrs.
John Galvin; and the bride’s grand-
parents, Bea Collins and Mr. and
Mrs. W.E. Atchison, all of Burleson.
Other out of town guests included the
bridegroom’s great uncle Eugene
Shelley; his aunt, uncle, and cousins,
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Shelley, Moni-
ca and Steven Shelley, all of Killeen;
Mr. and Mrs. George Shelley, Angela
and Jeremy, an aunt, uncle, and
cousins of the bridegroom from Car-
Who's New
In The World
Of Babies
Reflections
(jlj * Wilson.
A perfect 61 O’ (plus eight)
We talk about babies a lot in the office, considering
that Terry Evans (whose desk is located in close prox-
imity to mine) has recently become a proud papa for
the second time. That kind of talk can make a person
feel old—especially on her birthday.
My own celebration (?) day will soon be followed by
the 18th birthday of my youngest child—my baby, so to
speak. She hates for me to use that term, so here I go
making the kid mad again. As babies go though, she
rated a “10” in the early days iAlmost 9>6 pounds when
she arrived, most every staff member at Harris
Hospital eventually popped into my room—I think they
really wanted to see the mother of that big baby. Some
of them seemed1 surprised that my size didn’t corres-
pond with hers, proportionately.
Good health, good eating habits, and an especially
compatible, easy-going personality during her first
year endeared her to her parents and big sister. Many,
many days when I arrived home with her from the
baby sitters, during the time I taught eighth grade
English, after a few minutes of cuddling, she willingly
played in her playpen at my side as I graded papers or
prepared lesson plans. Bedtime was never a big has-
sle; she never complained much that time spent with
her during that year was minimal, though treasured
I’M NOT QUITE SURE how the 18 years in between
that time and this passed so fast. But as we approach
that milestone birthday, the events of her 18 years all
blur together like a motion picture film set on “fast for-
ward.” Her first birthday when she burned her hands
on the oven door—she waved tiny bandaged hands for
the birthday photos that day. A birthday party planned
for her pre-school, when for the first time she wanted to
pick out “mommy’s clothes” to wear to her school
A birthday soon after she became smitten for the -
first time with a young man at school—when she asked «
for a telephone for her room. I knew things were chang- r
ing right then. A birthday party not too many years ago £
when instead of a “Sweet 16" party, she wanted a punk z
party and permission to purchase very weird clothing/)
for the occasion. She’s thinking of a typewriter for this-**
birthday, and that really makes me feel old
No longer a child—on the brink of being a real live-!
adult, as my daughters put it so aptly Come to think of t
it, she still rates a big 10. Though I must confess I miss;
the opportunity of having that little hand slide into
mine on certain occasions wfien she needed
reassurance
Soon after 1985 began. Ony WiHiam Cash Wedding
made his appearance at Huguley Hospital Born Jan 1
at 1:50 p.m., William’s parents have a Fort Worth ad-
dress. The first baby with a Burleson address bom at
Huguley was Timothy Lee Babbitt, Jr. His parents, De
Anne and Timothy Babbitt, live at 112 Alsbury in
Burleson.
TIMOTHY JR. ARRIVED at 6:07 p.m., Jan 2,
weighing 8 pounds, 15 ounces and measuring 21 inches
long. He was almost as big as my Sandy. I just hope
that the years before he and William turn 18 years
don’t go by as fast for their parents as they have for
me.
Our New Year babies have parents who view the 18th
birthday of their sons as an eternity away I know—I
used to feel that way too. But they will be surprised at
how soon it will happen, how soon they will be looking
back and rating their sons on a scale of one to 10
How time flies when you're having fun Trite but
true.
FUMC has new director
rollton; Mr. and Mrs George Bucha-
nan and Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Buchan-
an, Ryan, De'ann and Justin of Sher-
man, special friends of the bride-
groom.
Following a honeymoon at the Fort
Worth Hilton, the couple are now
making their home in Edgewood,
Md„ where the bridegroom is station-
ed at the Aberdeen Proving Grounds.
The bride was a 1984 graduate of
Burleson High School and was for-
merly employed with Hilley's in Bur-
leson.
The bridegroom, also a 1984 BHS
graduate, is a PFC is the US Army.
He recently graduated from comput-
er programming school at Fort Ben-
jamin Harrison, Ind.
PRE-NUPTIAL PARTIES for the
wedding couple included a miscella-
nous shower hosted by Carole Wil-
liams, Juanita Jahn, and Marietta
Moore. Another shower was hosted
by Sharon Robinson, Sharon Wofford,
and Jackie Messer in Fort Worth.
A rehearsal dinner buffet, held at
the bridegroom’s home, followed the
wedding rehearsal. The bridegroom’s
sister, Sonya Shelley, was at the
reception table, dressed in burgundy
satin and pink lace, to coordinate
with the wedding party’s attire.
BRANDY LEANN STEVENSON
Ken and Vicki Stevenson of 103
N.E. Moody are pleased to announce
the birth of their third daughter,
Brandy LeAnn.
The baby arrived at Huguley Hospi-
tal at 4:40 p.m., Dec. 11, weighing 8
pounds, 7 ounces and measuring 20'^
inches long at birth.
Brandy received a special welcome
home from her big sisters Melanie, 9,
and Lisa, 5.
Maternal grandparents are Mrs.
Jerry Massingill of Burleson and
Clyde Duke of Fort Worth. Paternal
grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Leon
Stevenson of Burleson.
Great grandparents also welcom-
ing the new arrival are Evelyn Wal-
lace of Burleson and Frankie Cagle,
also of Burleson.
Combining responsibilities as both
the program director and education
director at the First United Methodist
Church in Burleson is a challenge
which Alvarado resident Janice John-
son looks forward to.
She comes to the local church with
three years experience at Meadow-
brook United Methodist, where she
served as youth director and director
of older adults. Between that position
and this one, she worked for a short
while in a department store. “I knew
right away I needed to get back into
church work as soon as possible. I
really missed it,” she said. Thursday
was her first day at FUMC.
With a Christian Education major
as her goal, Mrs. Johnson has attend-
ed Tarrant County Junior College and
plans to begin classes in September
at Texas Wesleyan College in Fort
Worth on a part-time basis. In contin-
uing education courses she has com-
pleted lab school training and several
workshops at TWC. “Most of my
training has been with youth,” she
said, pointing out that she has worked
with church youth groups for eight
years. She has been on the design
team for five or six district and
conference workshops in music and
Bible study. The director is also
taking courses through Hill Junior
College this semester.
As the program director for First
United Methodist, she will be respon-
sible for bringing in new programs
and for maintaining those which are
ongoing at the church. As education
director, her duties are many and
varied. Included are such responsibil-
ities as keeping teachers ready for
Sunday School and other programs,
ordering supplies, and organizing the
Vacation Church School in the sum-
mer.
“I’m excited about the opportunity
I have here to move into the adult
area,” she said, adding that she loves
working with youth but will enjoy the
experience of adult programs as well.
Her position will require about 20
hours per week, allowing the time she
needs for continuing with her studies.
Mrs. Johnson and her husband
Kent have two grown children, a
daughter Jana Ottmer, and a son,
Todd Johnson, as well as a 2-year-old
grandson. Johnson works for Bell
Helicopter and is also a ranch mana-
ger in the Alvarado area. The couple
have been married 23 years and have
been Alvarado residents for the past
14 years.
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Adoptable Pet Of The Week
Tim Awtrey ef the Parks and Recreation Department helps this week’s
adaptable pet psse. a aae-year-eM female Spitz. If this energetic sweetheart
might fled a place hi yoar family, call City HaU at 295-1113 and arrange a
visit at the animal shelter.
HillJC registration Jan. 10
Hill Junior College registration for the Spring Semester evening classes to
meet at Burleson High School will be held Jan. 10 at 6 p.m., Room 102, at the
high school, 517 S.W. Johnson Avenue.
Courses to be offered are Freshman Composition, 6-9 p.m. on Thursdays,
beginning Jan. 17; and U. S. History to 1865,6-9 p.m. on Mondays, beginning
January 14. '
For more information contact the Community Education Office, 295-7398.
Doughnut Forum Thursday
All members of the community, whether members of the Burleson Area
Chamber of Commerce or not, are invited to attend the Thursday morning
meeting of the Doughnut Forum, which provides information of interest to
small businesses.
This month’s meeting, to be held Jan. 10 in the chamber board room at 7
a m., will feature Allen Clonch, employed with Minton Schmid, a regional
stock brokerage firm. His topic will be “A Review of Investment Oppor-
tunities for Individual Retirement Account Funds.”
Doughnuts and c< ffee will be served at the morning meeting.
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