Ovchinnikova, Richardson wed
Pastor Ryan Spence officiated Galina D. Ovchinnikova of Saratov, Russia, and Timothy A. Richardson of Bringhurst were united in marriage at 1:30 p.m. Jan. 7 at the home Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Richardson (groom's brother) of Bringhurst.

The bride is the daughter of Nina and Dmitrii Panfyorov of Saratov. Parents of the groom are Byrd and Carol Richardson of New Waverly.

Matron of honor was Charisse Robertson of Lafayette, sister of the groom.

Best men were Scott Imler and Gary Keay, both of Logansport. at the ceremony, and a reception followed.

The bride graduated from Saratov State University in 1988. She has a master's degree in biochemistry and bioinformatics.

The groom is a graduate of Carroll High School and is employed at Zinn Kitchens.

Following a wedding trip to Westgate Lakes Resort in Florida, Mr. and Mrs. Richardson are residing at 1308 South Center Street, Bringhurst.