Theresa Ann Biri and Joshua Brandon Crowell exchanged wedding vows May 14, 2005, at Immaculate Conception Church in Jackson. The Rev. Brad Modde of St. Louis, cousin of the bride, performed the ceremony. Music was provided by Trio Girardeaux and Diann Daume, and soloist was Brandon Hahs of Cape Girardeau.
Parents of the couple are Walt and Linda Biri of Jackson, and Terry and Terry Crowell of Cape Girardeau.
Maid of honor was Ashley Dirnberger of Cape Girardeau. Bridesmaids were Sarah Biri of Jackson, sister of the bride; Amanda Wunderlich of Cape Girardeau, Brianna Ream and Megan Marchi of Jackson.
Jason Crowell of Cape Girardeau was his brother's best man. Groomsmen were Jason Metheny of Cape Girardeau, Ryan Cross and Drew Lilledahl of St. Louis, and Jason Stephens of Fruitland. Ushers were Mike Conner of Cape Girardeau and Kellen Laws.
Flower girls were Morgan Crowell of Cape Girardeau and Laura Bertrand of Jackson. Morgan is the daughter of the groom and Mendi Gragg. Laura is the daughter of the bride and Trae Bertrand.
Guest book attendants were Cynda Koch of Jackson and Rachael Narsh of St. Louis, cousins of the groom.
The reception was held at Bavarian Halle. Servers were Clarita Pingel, Laverne Henneke and Barb Narsh.
The rehearsal dinner was held May 13 at Celebrations.
Mrs. Crowell is a 1998 graduate of Jackson High School. She received a master's degree in physical therapy from Maryville University in 2003. She is employed at Southeast Outpatient Rehab.
The groom is a 1992 graduate of Central High School. He received a bachelor of science degree from Southeast Missouri State University in 1998, and expects to receive a master's degree in administration from William Woods University in 2006. He is a teacher and coach at Central High School.
The couple is residing in Jackson.
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