City of Glen Cove Celebrates Love at First Annual Vow Renewal Ceremony

Glen Cove, NY – February 14, 2025 – Today, the City of Glen Cove was filled with love and joy as couples gathered at City Hall for the first-ever Vow Renewal Ceremony, marking a special Valentine's Day celebration. Led by Mayor Pam Panzenbeck, this event brought together couples from various stages of their marital journey to reaffirm their commitments to one another. Roni Jenkins served as the event emcee.

The ceremony honored thirteen couples, each with their own unique love story:

• Carolyn & Agostino Ienopoli - Celebrating 8 years of marriage

• Cesar & Maricela Dorado - Marking 10 years together

• Elana & Logan Blumenfeld - Noting 11 years of partnership

• Michele & Bunty Anand - Commemorating 13 years

• David & Alissa Woska - Honoring 30 years of love

• Eusebio & Esther Cedano - Celebrating 35 years

• Claude & Allison Turner - Recognizing 36 years

• Peter & Rita Willet - Acknowledging 40 years

• Warren Koedding & Gail Carlin - Celebrating 44 years

• Phil & Jackie DiLeo - Marking 52 years

• Dave & Peggy Nieri - Also celebrating 52 years

• Mike & Shirley DiLeo - Honoring 56 years

• Arthur & Toya Davis - An impressive 60 years together

Each couple was presented with a rose as a symbol of their enduring love. The atmosphere was enriched with a slideshow that showcased cherished moments from each couple's wedding day and subsequent years together, providing a visual testament to their love stories.

We extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make this day unforgettable, including Mayor Pam Panzenbeck, Deputy Mayor Donna McNaughton, and the dedicated team from the City of Glen Cove: Susan Tripp, Donna Fazzalari, Roni Jenkins, City Clerk Tina Pemberton, Kristen Foster, Kathy Cote, Trish McCauley, Rob Gillis from IT, and Willy. Special thanks also go to our sponsors, Jonelle Watson of MsSauce Plates, Starbucks on School Street, and Ready Coffee, for their generous support.

This event not only celebrated love but also highlighted the community spirit of Glen Cove, showing that love knows no bounds and that every year spent together is a milestone to be cherished.

Photo of couple in red is Arthur and Toya Davis, celebrating 60 years!