Shower fetes Julie Helm

A recent party in the home of Kim Killion honored Julie Helm, future bride. From left are Mrs. Killion; Miss Helm; Joy Helm, her mother; and Amanda Davenport, her sister.

A bridal shower was held Saturday afternoon, July 7, honoring Julie Helm, bride elect of Thomas Blakely, at the home of Kim Killion on Bagley Road in Rusk.

The honoree is the daughter of Mike and Joy Helm of Rusk and the future groom is the son of Lola Blakely of Minden, La.

Hostesses were Karen Vaught, Sherry King, Elaine Byers, Janie Daniels, Kim Killion, Cindy Dyess, Lynn Littlejohn, Jennifer Turlington, Julie Vining, Toni Krieg, Kristi Bianchini, Jane Thomas, Libby Benedict, Shelley Norman, Julie Middleton, Montie Sunday, Angela Burkhalter, Laila McCalister, Vivian Vaught, Nancy Hudnall, Tammy Long, Theressa O'Quinn and Jessica Womack.

The dining table had appointments of silver and crystal. Guests were served refreshments of cake, punch, fruit tray, tea sandwiches, cheese, cookies, nuts and mints. Gifts were displayed throughout the home.