Bittle-O'Brien

Tobie Bittle and Andy O'Brien were married Aug. 7, 2004, at Grace United Methodist Church. The Rev. Scott Moon performed the ceremony.

Parents of the couple are Jerry and Carla Bittle of Cape Girardeau, and Mike and Sandy O'Brien of Kansas City, Mo.

Maid and matron of honor were Lorie Bittle and Aimee Cairns, sisters of the bride. Bridesmaids were Rebecca Powell, cousin of the bride; Sarah Long, Tricia Ferguson and Marcie Blake.

Mike O'Brien served his brother as best man. Groomsmen were Doug Pyle, Matt Anderson, Phil Gordon and Paul Cairns. Ushers were Seth Powell and Cody Burgener, cousins of the bride.

Candlelighters were Sarah Powell and Sage Burgener, cousins of the bride.

Flower girl was Riley Narsh, daughter of Joe and Rachael Narsh. Ringbearer was Dylan O'Brien, nephew of the groom.

Stacy Mills attended the guest book.

The reception was held at Drury Lodge.

The groom's parents hosted the rehearsal dinner Aug. 6 at Celebrations.

Mrs. O'Brien is a registered nurse at University Hospital in Columbia, Mo. She expects to receive a master of science degree in nursing from the University of Missouri in May.

The groom expects to graduate from the university's school of law in May.

The couple is residing in Columbia.