Wedding - Blanchard/Zinniel

Emily Blanchard and Kevin Zinniel were married August 22, 2009 at Mount Carmel Chapel in Alexandria. A reception followed at Carlos Creek Winery. The officiant was Steve Eng of Alexandria and an exhortation was given by Michael Sherman, the bride’s uncle.

Emily is the daughter of Norty and Pamela Blanchard of Burnsville and the granddaughter of Bette Blanchard of Alexandria. She is a graduate of UCLA and is employed by ShopNBC in Eden Prairie.

Kevin is the son of James and Mary Rose Zinniel of Brooklyn Park. He is a graduate of St. Cloud State University and is employed by Dream World Studios in Eden Prairie.

Emily’s sister, Kelly Netishen, was the maid of honor. Ashley Brevik, Emily’s cousin, was bridesmaid. The bride’s niece, Evelyn Netishen, was the flower girl.

Kevin’s nephews, Jordan and Spencer Bell, were best men. Parker Wise, nephew of the groom, was the ring bearer.

Emily and Kevin honeymooned in Hawaii and reside in Minneapolis.

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