Wright-Essner

St. Mary's Cathedral was the setting Jan. 18, 2002, for the wedding of Leslie Mae Wright and Douglas J. Essner. Msgr. Richard Rolwing performed the ceremony. Pianist was Pat Renard and soloist was Cathy Huskey, both of Cape Girardeau.

The bride is the daughter of Terry and Helen Heugel of St. Louis. Raymond and Marion Essner of Kelso, Mo., are parents of the groom.

Angie Anderson of St. Louis was her sister's matron of honor.

Best man was Stephen Showmaker of Cape Girardeau. Ushers were Brent and Blake Essner of Kelso, nephews of the groom.

Tanda Smith of Cape Girardeau attended the guest book.

A reception followed the ceremony. Server was Sharon Forester of Jackson, Mo.

Mrs. Essner received bachelor of science and master of arts degrees in elementary education from Southeast Missouri State University. She is a teacher at Schultz School.

The groom received a bachelor of science degree in computer science from Southeast University. He is senior systems analyst at St. Francis Medical Center.

The couple resides in Cape Girardeau.