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Johnston - Phipps
Lillian Hawkins Phipps of Springfield and Benjamin Ephraim Johnston of Geneva were married at 11 a.m. Oct. 9, 2004, at Blessed Sacrament Church by Monsignor John Ossola.
The bride is the daughter of Paula and Tom Denny and Raymond Phipps, all of Springfield.
The groom is the son of Margaret and Howard Johnston of Geneva.
Serving as matron of honor was Peggy Heinrich. Bridesmaids were Melissa Wimer, Rachel Johnston, Paula Senff, Elizabeth Phipps, Rose Phipps and Lily Sanborn.
Best man was Eric M. Johnson.
Groomsmen were Derek Sutfin, Stuart Brioza and William Phipps.
Ring bearer was Archer Senft.
Vocalist was Tony Young. Cellists were Mira Luxion, Hannah Harrison and Sam Harrison.
Pianist was Sadie Johnston.
Readers were David Johnston, Rebecca Riebe and Raymond Phipps.
Program attendants were David and Daniel Phipps, Peter and Dewey Senft and Jack Sanborn.
Guest book attendants were Heather and Grace Sizemore.
A reception was held at the Carol Fraase Farm in New Berlin.
The bride is a graduate of Sacred Heart-Griffin High School, DePaul University, School of the Art Institute of Chicago and is attending Maryland Institute College of Art.
She is employed as an elementary school art teacher in suburban Chicago.
The groom is a graduate of Geneva Community High School, School of the Art Institute of Chicago and attended Malcolm X College.
He is employed as an office manager in Chicago.
The couple lives in Chicago.
