Issue date: December 23, 1998

Weddings

Katja Maria Fransholm and Timothy Andrew Shockey were married July 25 in Eskilstuna, Sweden, the hometown of the bride. A garden reception followed at the home of the bride's parents.

The bride is the daughter of Ruben and Sirkka-Liisa Fransholm of Eskilstuna. After completing her studies in Sweden in 1994, she combined her love of travel and history to become a tour guide in three countries.

The bridegroom is the son of Donald and Janet Shockey of Menlo Park. A graduate of Menlo-Atherton High School, he received his bachelor's degree in architecture from Montana State University. He is an architect in Redwood City specializing in the field of alternative building methods and materials for a more healthful environment.

The couple first met in the Canary Islands, where he was managing a windsurfing business and she was a receptionist at a vacation resort.

After a honeymoon trip to the Archipelago Islands in Scandinavia, the couple is living in Menlo Park.

Skinner-Teodoro

Alexandra Skinner and Lawrence Teodoro were married October 17 at the Church of the Nativity, Menlo Park. A reception followed at the Stanford Faculty Club.

The bride is the daughter of Elie and Pat Skinner of Pebble Beach. A graduate of Sacred Heart Prep and Oregon State University, she is a territory manager at Oracle Corp.

The bridegroom is the son of Lynn and Efren Teodoro of Makati, Metro Manila, the Philippines. A graduate of the International School in Manila and Menlo College, he is president and CEO of the Theodoro Group Inc.

Kristin Quick was maid of honor. The bridesmaids were Ashley Eikenberry, Jen Turner, Dyanna Roberts and Lourdelyn Teodoro. Lauren Pace was flower girl. Philippe Azoulay was best man. Ushers were Rob Pace, Glenn Endgley and Leshter Teodoro.

Following a two-week trip to the Hawaiian Islands, the couple is living in the Menlo Park-Atherton area.

Tedrow-Tregub

Leslie Tarkington Tedrow and David Mark Tregub, who met in law school, were married September 27 at Gamble Garden Center in Palo Alto, where a reception followed.

The bride is the daughter of Virginia and James Tedrow of Menlo Park. A graduate of Menlo-Atherton High School and University of California at Los Angeles, she received a master's degree at University of Southern California and a law degree from Loyola School of Law in Los Angeles. She is a paralegal/attorney at Fenwick and West in Palo Alto.

The bridegroom is the son of Burton Tregub of Encino and the late Barbara Tregub. He is a graduate of University of California at Berkeley, with an MBA from University of Southern California and a law degree from Loyola University. He is an information technology marketing specialist for Hewlett Packard, Palo Alto.

After a wedding trip to France, the newlyweds are living in Foster City.

Galli-Wehmeyer

Lisa May Galli and Robert Charles Wehmeyer were married September 26 at her father's home in Atherton, where a reception followed.

The bride is the daughter of Vienna M. Galli of Woodside and Ronald E. Galli of Atherton. A graduate of Notre Dame High School and St. Mary's College, she is head administrator at Ray/Ron Properties, San Carlos.

The bridegroom is the son of Patricia Wehmeyer of Church, Pennsylvania. A graduate of the Hatboro-Horsham School and Drexler University in Pennsylvania, he is a project manager with Galli Builders Inc., San Carlos.

Nancy Kelly and Justin Wehmeyer were the couple's attendants. After a wedding trip to Hawaii, the couple is living in San Mateo.

Alburger-Orris

Erin Alburger and Justin Orris were married August 15 at Our Lady of Angels Church in Burlingame. An outdoor reception was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred de Grosz in Woodside.

The bride is a graduate of Menlo-Atherton High School and University of the Pacific. The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Alburger of Menlo Park, she is an elementary school teacher.

The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Orris of Denver. A graduate of the University of the Pacific, he is a managing partner at Premier Asset Management.

Kerri Stenson was matron of honor. The bridesmaids were Tammy Wheeler, Heather Seifert, Kerry Evdokimoff, Jan Warnock, Julie Heinz, Rochelle Lehrkind and Kirsten Gieber. Megan Gieber was junior bridesmaid. Jack Gertridge was ring bearer.

Jason Orris was his brother's best man. Groomsmen were Eric Alburger, John Stewart, Trent Moffett, Casey Kavanagh, Greg Christensen and Chuck Batchelder. Ben Carpenter was usher.

After a wedding trip to Bora Bora, the couple is living in Denver.

Kyser-Kureger

Rachel Kyser and Chris Kureger were married recently at Chateau La Cresta in Saratoga, where a reception followed.

The bride is the daughter of Barbara and Ed Kyser, former Portola Valley residents, now living in Los Altos. A graduate of Menlo-Atherton High School and Colgate University, she received a master's degree from the Monterey Institute. She is assistant director of career resources at Stanford University's School of Business.

The bridegroom is the son of Gert and Mechthild Kureger of Stuttgart, Germany. He earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan and an MBA from the Monterey Institute. He works as assistant controller for Siemens Microelectronics.

The newlyweds are living in Emerald Hills.

Kaspari-Cordero

Rebecca Kaspari and Aaron Cordero were married August 15 at Valley Presbyterian Church in Portola Valley. A reception followed at Los Altos Golf and Country Club.

The bride is the daughter of Bill and Diane Kaspari of Portola Valley. A graduate of Woodside High School and University of California at Santa Barbara, she received her master's degree in counseling psychology from College of Notre Dame, and is a registered Marriage, Family and Child Counseling intern, practicing locally.

The bridegroom is the son of Carol Anders and Ed Cordero, both of Solvang. A graduate of the University of California at Santa Barbara, he is a research assistant at Genentech Inc. in South San Francisco.

The bride's sister, Angie Kaspari, and friend, Cristina Floriani, shared maid of honor duties. Ann Greenberg, Lynette Van Dell and Cindy Stoney were bridesmaids. Bruce Anders was his brother's best man. Jim Kaspari, Jason Giorgi, Michael Giorgi and Ben Johnson were groomsmen. Emma Smith was flower girl, and Brody Wren was ring bearer. Shannon Braniff and Gina Watring were readers in the ceremony.

After a Caribbean honeymoon, the couple is living in San Bruno.

McMillan-Wheeler

Tammy McMillan and Wade Wheeler were married September 19 at the Royal Palms resort in Scottsdale, Arizona, where a reception followed.

The bride is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. James McMillan of Paradise Valley, Arizona, formerly of Menlo Park. She is a graduate of Menlo-Atherton High School and received a bachelor's degree from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and a second bachelor's degree from the University of Arizona School of Nursing.

The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Gary Wheeler of Los Altos. He graduated from Carmel High School and earned a bachelor's degree from Sierra Nevada College. He is a real estate broker.

Shannon McMillan Mehrens was her sister's matron of honor. Daniel Wheeler was his brother's best man.

After a honeymoon in the Hawaiian Islands, the couple is living in Pagosa Springs, Idaho.

Gillett-Bretall

Erin Brighten Gillett and Scott Andrew Bretall were married October 10 at the Congregational Meeting House in New Marlboro, Massachusetts. A reception followed at Gedney Farm in New Marlboro.

The bride is the daughter of Michelle and Charles Gillett of Stockbridge, Massachusetts. A graduate of Smith College with a master's degree in architecture from the University of California at Berkeley, she is an architect with Barbara Skavullo Design in San Francisco.

The bridegroom is the son of Norah and Graeme Bretall of Atherton. A graduate of Menlo School and University of Colorado, he is also a graduate of the Thunderbird School of Internaional Management. He is self-employed as a computer consultant.

Lisa Gillett was her sister's maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Melissa Ruttner and Darien Leung. The bridegroom's attendants were Christopher Binstadt, John Gross and Gregg Schulze.

After a wedding trip to Chile and Argentina, the newlyweds are living in San Francisco.

Burke-Hull

Veronica Lynn Burke and Andrew Ryder Hull were married recently at St. William Catholic Church in Los Altos. A reception followed at Sharon Heights Country Club.

The bride is the daughter of Gloria and Ron Burke of Los Altos. She is a graduate of St. Francis High School and Santa Clara University, where she received bachelor's and law degrees. She is a business consultant at Price Waterhouse Coopers in San Francisco.

The bridegroom is the son of Susan and Cordell Hull of Atherton. A graduate of Choate Rosemary Hall and Brown University, he received a law degree and a master's of business administration from Santa Clara University. He is an attorney with Brobeck, Phleger and Harrison in Palo Alto.

After a honeymoon on Maui and Lanai, the couple is living in Redwood Shores.



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