Couple will live in Germany

Mrs. David Watson Jr.

Amanda Stranahan married David Watson Jr. in an afternoon ceremony on Saturday, June 9, 2007, in St. Christopher's Church, Tonawanda. The Rev. Charles E. Slisz officiated.

The bride is the daughter of Suzanne and Kevin Stranahan of Cheektowaga. The groom is the son of Linda and David Watson Sr. of Tonawanda.

The bride was escorted by her father.

Her strapless A-line gown featured pink and clear crystals. Her shoulder-length veil was adorned with Swarovski crystals. She carried a bouquet of white roses and pink lilies.

Nichole Oswald, a childhood friend of the bride, was maid of honor. Taylor Stranahan, the bride's sister, was junior maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Kerry Watson, Kristin Watson and Melissa Russo, all sisters of the groom, and Wendy Webber, girlfriend of the bride's brother.

Joseph Watson, the groom's brother, was best man. Ushers were Jeremy Russo, the groom's brother-in-law; Nicholas Tiedeman, Brandon Tiedeman and Anthony Pandolfino, all cousins of the groom; and Jeffrey Stranahan, the bride's brother.

Ring bearers were Justin Watson and Blake Russo, nephews of the groom.

A reception was held at the Ironworkers Hall, West Seneca.

After a honeymoon in Las Vegas, Nev., the couple will be at home in Stuttgart, Germany, where the groom, an Army military policeman, is stationed.