2002 Wedding Register. (R-R).

Ramsey-Roberts

Andrea Jean Ramsey and James Isaac Roberts, Jr. were united in marriage on the evening of March 10, 2001, at the First United Methodist Church in Hollandale.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roger Dale Ramsey of Hollandale. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene J. Heider of Shalimar, Florida, and Mrs. James F. Ramsey of Laurel and the late Mr. Ramsey.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Isaac Roberts of Washington, Georgia. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. William J. Hogan III of Atlanta, Georgia, and the late Mr. and Mrs. James R. Roberts of Manning, South Carolina.

The Reverend George Shattuck Reese of Hollandale officiated the ceremony.

A program of wedding music was provided by harpist, Sandra Wilson Harris of Ridgeland, and flutist, Julie Maisel of Madison. Program attendant was Aislinn Deborah Kari. Carrie Elizabeth Ramsey kept the guest register.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a formal white silk gown by Demetrios. The off-the-shoulder gown featured a sweetheart neckline, accented with a band of seed pearls and sequins, a basque waist, and a fitted bodice. The box pleated full bouffant skirt and the detachable cathedral-length train were embellished with a deep border of Alencon lace, seed pearls, and sequins The fingertip veil was attached to headpiece of crystals and pearls.

Serving as maid of honor was Krystal Michelle Hodgins. Bridesmaids were Helen Margaret Ramsey, Heather Renee Ramsey, Jennifer Ann Grant, Rachel Nicole Robertson, and Kathryn Camille Roberts.

James Isaac Roberts, Sr. served his son as best man. Groomsmen were Michael Chad Green, Jerry Thomas Hopkins, Christopher Wayne Hoyle, Brian Wingate Pernell, and Phillip Louis Roberts. Ushers were James Eugene Ramsey and Brentin Dale Ramsey, brothers of the bride.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents honored the couple with a reception at their home. Guests were entertained outside in a large tent draped with tulle, ribbons, rose garland, and twinkle lights. Music was provided by the Krackerjacks. Refreshments were served in the gazebo overlooking the water of Deer Creek.

On the eve of the wedding, the parents of the groom entertained with a rehearsal dinner at Leroy Percy State Park.

The couple departed by limousine for the Peabody Hotel in Memphis. Following a two-week honeymoon in Australia, the Roberts are at home in Taylors, South Carolina.

Randolph-Tyner

Abigail Judith LaNell Randolph and Cooper Burns Tyner celebrated their marriage on the evening of March 24, 2001, at Temple Baptist Church of Hattiesburg.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Keith Randolph of Hattiesburg. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. William Randolph and the late Mr. Randolph of Hattiesburg and Mrs. Elvin Webb and the late Mr. Webb of Ocean Springs. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Michael Tyner, Sr. and the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joe Robert Tyner and Mrs. William Cooper, Sr. and the late Mr. Cooper, all of Clarksdale. Dr. Dean Register officiated, and the music was presented by the Temple Baptist Worship Ensemble and String Quartet; Kathryn Vail, organist; Patty Upton, pianist; and vocalists Dr. Leo Day and Shelli Blackwell.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a white strapless French silk gown with an overlay of silk organza. The fitted bodice fell into a chapel-length bottom bordered with Belgian lace that covered a criss-cross design of silk ribbon. The bride's mother designed and made the dress. Her cathedral-length veil was trimmed in matching ribbon. She carried a cascading bouquet of bridal roses, dendrobium orchids, and white freesia.

A descending bridal ring of fresh white orchids, stock, roses, and plumosus garland, laced with ribbon that looped through the wreath, hung above the altar. A garden wall of tea roses, bridal roses, and dendrobium orchids was attached to smilax garland on a backdrop of white cloth.

Katherine Kuykendall served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Margaret Buchanan, Anna Carty, Jennifer Decker, Elizabeth Lambert, Jessica Martinolich, Craig McBee, Mimi Tyner, Natalie Wade, Alexis Warren, Dana Waugh, and Courtney Winston. The flower girl was Hailey Boudreaux.

Mike Tyner, father of the groom, served as best man. Groomsmen were Will Cooper, Preston Frazer, Craig Garvin, Jason Graeber, Hart Kittle, Chase Maxey, Chris Randolph, Josh Randolph, Matt Sanders, Wade Smith, and Rob Tyner.

Ushers were Jobe Best, Tim Brown, and Ryan Thomas. Church attendants were Haley Antici, Jennifer Graham, Polly Heuer, Courtney Meyers, Melissa Meyers, and Megan Meyers. Assisting at the reception were Tracy Robinson; Fran Ginn, caterer; and Neely Harrington, florist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the home of the bride. The house was decorated with roses, orchids, hydrangeas, and lilies. Tropical flowers were introduced around the pool.

After a honeymoon trip to Negril, Jamaica, the couple resides in Hattiesburg.

Rawlinson-Towery

Rachel Louise Rawlinson and Marion Walter Towery were married at 4 P.M. on July 7, 2001, at Oakhurst Baptist Church in Clarksdale. The Rev. Jeff Holland and Dr. Clarence Cooper officiated at the double-ring ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Earl Rawlinson of Clarksdale. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Floyd Kelly, Mrs. George O'Rear, and the late Daniel Houston Rawlinson, Sr.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Marion Lee Towery of Indianola. His grandparents are Mr. James Walter Corder, Jr. and the late Mrs. Arwin Corder and Mrs. Lee Towery and the late Mr. Clovis Green Towery.

Presented in marriage by her father, the bride wore a diamond white silk organza designer gown. The A-line dress featured a strapless bodice enhanced with white Alencon lace and sparkling crystals and pearls. The skirt was edged with a thick Alencon lace pattern, embellished with imported crystals and white pearls that led to a chapel-length train. Her two-tiered, fingertip veil of silk illusion was handmade and featured a princess-style tiara of pearls, crystals, and tiny, handmade roses. She carried a Southern hand-tied bouquet of white gardenias, roses, freesia, and white hydrangea accented with trailing English ivy and white sheer ribbon.

Susan Rawlinson Williams served as her sister's matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Amy Nicole Bowman, Emily Marie Faulkner, Christen Leigh Gross, Leigh Anna Herring, and Gina Rebecca Lee. Attendants wore aqua satin-back taffeta, two-piece dresses and carried gathered bouquets of oasiana roses, gerbera daisies, green hydrangea, lilies, and yellow solidago with ivy and silver dollar eucalyptus.

The bride's niece and nephew, Alexandria Nichole Dunigan and Michael Houston Rawlinson, served as flower girl and ring bearer. Program attendants were Sommer Hughes and Mary Bryant Myres. The greeters were Mr. And Mrs. Riley Trimm, and Donna Surholt served as the wedding director.

Marion Lee Towery, father of the groom, served as best man. Groomsmen were William Chance Coleman; Thomas Alan Hart; Perry Leon Nations; James Green Towery, brother of the groom; and Jeffrey Wayne Upchurch.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents honored the couple with a reception at the Clarksdale Train Station with music provided by keyboardist, Brian Blair. Rice girls were Rachel Parker Lilly and Ellie Katherine Williams, niece of the bride.

On the eve of the wedding the groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at the Clarksdale Country Club.

After a honeymoon trip to St. John, U.S.V.I., the couple is residing in Flowood. The bride is a physical therapist at Central Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, and the groom is in his senior year of medical school at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.

Rayburn-Baddour

Cindi Ruth Rayburn and Paul Marion Baddour, Jr. were united in marriage on May 19, 2001, during a sunset ceremony at the Millaps Buie House in Jackson.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Rayburn of Madison and Ms. Cynthia Rayburn of Hattiesburg. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Baddour, Sr. of Senatobia and Orlando, Florida.

Pastor Bill Beavers of Getwell Road United Methodist Church in Southaven officiated the ceremony with vows written by the bride and groom. Music was provided by Mikey Davis, violinist. Corrie Dozier of Lakeland, Florida, accompanied by Mr. Davis, performed "The Lord's Prayer" while the couple participated in communion together.

The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a designer dress of white matte satin. The strapless gown featured a two-piece corset bodice embellished with beads and pearls. The A-line skirt was embroidered with Alencon lace around the hem and chapel-length train. The veil was designed with two layers of silk illusion lightly scattered with crystals and pearls falling from a crystal beaded buckram band. The bride carried a cascading arrangement of timeless, orange unique, and yellow spray roses, dendrobium orchids, yellow freesia, and stock.

The bride's twin sister Christina Rayburn Fortenberry served as matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Mandi Houpt; Maria Kennard; Kristen Baddour Montgomery, the groom's sister; Candace Rayburn, the bride's sister; and Carolyn Croft Wilmesherr. They carried nosegay bouquets of blue delphinium, yellow button poms, pink spray and orange unique roses, yellow freesia, yarrow, larkspur, and stock. Honorary bridesmaids were Corrie Dozier, Renee Rodriquez Guest, and Amanda Sexton.

The groom was proud to have his father, Paul Baddour, Sr., serve as best man. Groomsmen were Martin Allison, Rhett Butler, Clay Durley, Briley Tomlinson, and Lee Veazey. Ushers were Shane Faulkner, Hugh Fortenberry, and Price Wilmesherr.

Centerpiece for the ceremony was an historical fountain, unique to the Buie House. Michelle Kohn, florist, arranged a variety of brilliant flowers cascading down the fountain for the outdoor affair. Flowers in the arrangement included orange Gerber daisies, solidago, larkspur, daisies, delphinium, yellow button roses, and stock.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents entertained friends and family in a garden-style reception also at the Buie House. Guests enjoyed dancing under the stars with music provided by the Johnny Crocker Band.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner party. Gourmet cuisine was enjoyed in the laid back atmosphere of Walker's Drive In. Cissy Croft and Carolyn Wilmesherr hosted a bridesmaids' luncheon given on the day of the wedding.

After their honeymoon in Cancun, the couple resides in Hernando.

Respess-Bayles

Dr. Amanda Holt Respess and Robert Douglas Bayles were united in a double-ring ceremony at the home of the bride's maternal grandmother in Lambert at 4 p.m., April 7, 2001, with Dr. Laurie Jones officiating. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Omar Respess of Lambert. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Hubert Lee Respess and the late Mr. Respess of Lambert and Mrs. Hoke Stone and the late Mr. Stone of Lambert.

The bridegroom is the son of Mrs. Sam Bayles, Jr. and the late Mr. Bayles of Prentiss. He is the grandson of Mrs. John Henry Clark and the late Mr. Clark of Wiggins.

A musical program was provided by pianists Mrs. Robert Kersey Mehrle and Miles Payton Respess, the bride's nephew, and flutist Mrs. Ronald Omar Respess, Jr., sister-in-law of the bride.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore an off-the-shoulder sheath wedding dress of French embroidered tulle with scattered rosebuds throughout by couture designer, Carol Peretz. Amanda's headdress was a wreath of Gypsophila and lily of the valley. She wore her great grandmother's diamond lavaliere, and carried a nosegay of lily of the valley along with her maternal great-great-grandmother's lace wedding handkerchief. She walked down the aisle with a sixpence in her shoe minted the year of her maternal grandmother's wedding, who wore the same sixpence in her shoe at her wedding.

At the close of the ceremony, the Stone Plantation bell tolled fifty-two in memory of the Stones' fifty-two year marriage.

The reception followed the ceremony in Mrs. Stone's home and garden. The house and garden were decorated with white French tulips, white Virginia roses, and mixed spring flowers.

The wedding cake, made by the bride's mother, was on the back porch on a large mirrored table.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's mother hosted a rehearsal dinner at Madidi's in Clarksdale.

After refreshments and dancing on the terrace to the music of a great combo, the bride and groom left on a skiing trip to Switzerland. The couple is now at home in Hattiesburg where Amanda is a veterinarian at Animal Medical Center and Doug is a self-employed attorney at Bayles Law Firm.

Risher-Griffiths

In an evening ceremony on February 3, 2001, Jennifer Lynn Risher and James Roger Griffiths were united in marriage at the First Baptist Church of Brandon.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Harold Risher, Jr. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Ronald Griffiths of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Reverend Farley Earnest presided over the ceremony. Programs were given to each guest by Amanda Henley and Sloan Chesney. Providing nuptial music were organist, Celia Henley; flutist, Natalie Averette; and vocalist, Leslie Welch, cousin of the bride. During the ceremony, Carolyn Staples, the groom's aunt, read scripture.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a gown of white satin with tiny buttons descending down the back. The strapless bodice was embroidered with bugle beading, pearls, and sequins. The skirt, which flowed into a chapel-length train, was accented on the scalloped hemline with pearls scattered between bands of sequined and beaded lace inserts. A white fingertip-length veil of tiered illusion edged in satin ribbon complimented the gown. She carried a garden bouquet of white lilies and roses.

Matron of honor, Christy Risher Quin, and maids of honor, Laura Risher and Amy Mitchell, attended the bride. Bridesmaids were Anna Valentine, Carolyn Voltz Ecker, Heidi Howze, Susan Ham Durand, Ashley Marshall, Brook Jordan Grubs, and Leigh Griffiths Jenkins. The attendants wore black crepe floor-length sheaths with rhinestones edging the neckline and dropped waist. They carried bouquets of brilliant fresh flowers hand tied with silver ribbon. Serving as flower girls were Taylor McIntyre, Catherine McIntyre, Molly Welch, and Annie Welch,

Best man Jeffrey Harlan and ring bearer Chuck Harlan attended the bridegroom. Groomsmen were Les Jenkins, David Agee, Geoff Warrell, Jay Harris, Brian Williams, Derek Ragusa, Pete Ferrera, Walt Powell, and Drury Ingram.

Family and friends toasted the couple at the University Club rehearsal dinner hosted by the groom's parents. On the morning of the wedding, Mrs. Collette McIntyre, Mrs. Leslie Welch, Mrs. Sandra Ingram, Mrs. Gail Taylor, and Mrs. Debe James hosted a bridal luncheon. At the Colonial Country Club reception, guests enjoyed music and food with a Louisiana flair. Kenny Cornett & Kuhn' Time provided entertainment. After a wedding trip to the Sandals Golf and Spa Resort in St. Lucia, the couple returned to their home in Atlanta, Georgia.

Roberson-Prall

Felicia Ann Roberson and Roger Travis Prall were 'united in marriage on the evening of June 16, 2001, at Lakeland Presbyterian Church in Brandon. The Rev. Davis Ramsey Odom officiated. Music was presented by Clair Helms, pianist; Abby Helms, vocalist; and Nada Tullos, harpist. Brian McCarthy served as the scripture reader.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. Glen Jerry Roberson of Collinsville and Ms. Patricia Roberson of Jackson. She is the granddaughter of Ms. Mavis Anderson of Jackson and the late Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Roberson of Meridian. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Roger Prall of Brandon. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence R. Jacobs of Maysville, Kentucky, and the late Ms. Dorothy Miller Embry-Prall of Midland, Michigan.

The bride, escorted by her father, wore a formal gown of matte satin fashioned with a strapless basque bodice of re-embroidered Alencon lace appliqued with Venice lace daisies centered with pearls. From the dropped waistline fell the full satin skirt of inverted pleats sweeping into a chapel-length train. Her veil of tiers of illusion fell from a contour band of crystals and pearls.

Cris Bryan served the bride as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Christy Bearden, Jenny Clark, Jennifer Jacobs, and Susan Smith. Shelby Bearden served as flower girl. The bridesmaids wore raisin sleeveless gowns with satin bodices and chiffon skirts that flowed from princess waistlines.

Roger Prall served his son as best man. The groomsmen were Cliff Alford, Micah Baw, Jason Shaw, and Kevin Yekaitis. Ushers were David Bearden, Richard Bearden, and Terry McCarthy. Bradley Goodin served as ring bearer.

Following the ceremony, the bride's father entertained with a reception at the University Club. The music for dancing was provided by Crossroads.

Following a honeymoon to Sandals Royal Caribbean, in Montego Bay, Jamaica, the couple is at home in Brandon where the groom is an office manager for R.P.A. Marketing and the bride is a 3rd grade teacher for the Rankin County School District.

Roberts-Bowlin

Mary Elisabeth Roberts and Kendall Owen Bowlin were united in marriage at 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 18, 2000, at Hillcrest Baptist Church in Jackson. The bride's parents are Mr. and Mrs. Alex Donald Roberts of Ridgeland. Her grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Javus Lee Roberts of Pearl and Mr. and Mrs. Ruel Grant Moore of Jackson. The groom's parents are Mr. and Mrs. George Edwin Bowlin of Florence. His grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Charles William Bowlin of Liberty and Mr. and Mrs. George Isaac Mitchell of Jackson.

The Rev. John Taylor officiated, and Susan Field Walker, pianist; Sandra Wilson Harris, harpist; and Robert Kale Benton, piper, presented nuptial music. Soloists were Jason Brooks Head and Robert R. Dredding.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of white satin. The sleeveless fitted bodice, adorned with caviar beading, featured a Sabrina neckline falling to a deep V in back that was accented with covered buttons. The inverted pleat of the princess skirt and alternating panels of the chapel-length train featured caviar beading. Her silk illusion veil had scattered pearls and fell from a headpiece encrusted with pearls and crystals. Her jewelry included a diamond illusion necklace that was a gift from the groom. The bride carried a clutch-style bouquet of white roses tied with white silk organza.

Laura Lisa DeLashmet served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Valerie Lee Askew. Stacey Darnell Avant, Emily Joi Bowlin, Jennifer Leigh Henriques, Angela Marie Kron, Ashley Chea Sanford, Adrienne Elizabeth Wall, and Jennifer Trussell Williams. The bridesmaids wore deep teal crepe-backed satin A-line dresses and carried arm bouquets of brilliant peacock feathers tied with' bronze ribbon.

The groom's father served as best man. Groomsmen were Aaron Carter Butler, Jason Brooks Head, Robert Ramsey Herrington IV, Austin Curtis Mitchell, Brian Joseph Mitchell, Casey Blame Mitchell, Rocky Aaron Mitchell, John Gabriel Roberts, and Tommy Ray Sanderson. Travis Cole Mitchell served as usher.

Guests followed the bagpiper to the reception immediately following the ceremony in the church's fellowship hall. Sandra Wilson Harris, harpist, provided music.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner featuring Memphis Barbecue and the Blues.

Following a wedding trip to Camden, Maine, the couple is at home in Memphis. Mr. Bowlin is a Certified Public Accountant and Senior Auditor with Ernst and Young, and Dr. Bowlin is a staff pharmacist with Walgreen's.

Robison-Gatlin

Kelley Nicole Robison and William Bradley Gatlin were united in marriage at First Baptist Church in Laurel at 11 a.m. May 19, 2001.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Clayton Robison, Sr. of Laurel. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Moses Crisler, Jr. and Mrs. J. Dent Robison, Sr. and the late Mr. Robison.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Clayton Gatlin, Jr. of Madison. He is the grandson of Mrs. Charles Crawley Bush, Sr. and late Mr. Bush, and Mrs. Ernest Clayton Gatlin, Sr. and the late Mr. Gatlin.

Dr. Randall Turner officiated the morning ceremony. A program of nuptial music was provided by Earline Carter, organist; Beverly Culpepper, pianist; Humberto Gonzalez, violinist; Jan Goodwin, soloist; Angie Robison, soloist; and Richard Green, soloist.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of duchesse satin. Bugle beads and pearls were appliqued over the modified top with beaded straps over the shoulders. Matching beading encircled the hemline of the A-line skirt and chapel-length train. Her merrow edged veil fell from a peak crystal and pearl tiara. She carried a hand-tied bouquet of French white tulips and white roses.

Attending the bride as maid of honor was the groom's sister, Katherine Gatlin. Angie Robison and Mandy Robison, sisters-in-law of the bride, served as matrons of honor. Bridesmaids were Mary Katherine Butler, Beth Hines, Stacey George, Catherine Johnson, Ginger Link, Leslie Rowe, and Emily Sneed. The attendants wore two-piece formal gowns of charcoal iridescent taffeta fashioned with sleeveless tops worn with floor-length A-line skirts. They carried exposed stem, hand-tied bouquets of vibrant colored spring flowers. Blair Bush, cousin of the groom, and Kate Robison, niece of the bride, served as flower girls.

Mr. Ernest Clayton Gatlin, Jr. served his son as best man. Groomsmen were Scott Bales; Clay Gatlin, brother of the groom; Scott Glorioso; Stephen Greer, cousin of the groom; J. J. Morton; Hastings Puckett; Clay Robison, brother of the bride; Robert Robison, brother of the bride; and David Taylor. John Clayton Robison, nephew of the bride, served as the ring bearer.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a jazz brunch reception at the Ramada Inn.

On the eve of the wedding, the parents of the groom hosted a rehearsal dinner at the Laurel Country Club.

Following a wedding trip to Negril, Jamaica, the couple is at home in Jackson where he is a Credit Analyst II with Trustmark Bank and she is an Interior Designer with Dale and Associates Architects.

Rodriguez-Guest

Anne Renee Rodriguez and Aaron Talmadge "Tal" Guest were united in marriage in a candlelight ceremony at Lakeside Presbyterian Church on the evening of March 3, 2001. The Reverend Greg Anthony officiated the ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Paul Rodriguez, Sr. of Brandon. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Thomas Guest, Sr. of Canton and the late Lillian Davis Guest of Canton.

Nuptial music was presented by Patsy Simpson, organist, and Mark Sappington, trumpeter. Guitarists were Andrew McMillan and Patrick Sanders.

Escorted by her father, the bride wore an original formal gown of white satin and jeweled lace accented with pearls and designed with a sweetheart neckline, short cap sleeves, and a princess line from bodice to skirt with a detachable chapel-length train. Her two-tiered veil of illusion fell from a matching jeweled headpiece. The bride carried a hand-tied bouquet of white roses. Included in the bouquet were two sentimental handkerchiefs. Her fraternal grandmother made a handkerchief when the bride was born for her to carry on her wedding day. The second handkerchief belonged to her maternal grandmother and was carried by her mother on her wedding day.

Anna Blair Haynes served as the maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Cindi Rayburn Baddour, Tiffany Thorpe Callum, Ashley Crawford Castle, Angela Rodriguez, Jessica Jungina Vincent, and Jenny Barnes Wadford. Flower girls were Catie Home and London Stephens, nieces of the bride and groom. Program attendants were Holly Diane Hughes and Jenny Bourn Woodruff. The bridesmaids wore ensembles of blush French satin. Full-length A-line skirts completed the fitted square necklines with spaghetti straps.

Mr. Thomas Edward Guest, Sr., father of the groom, and Shawn Sappington both served best men to the groom. Groomsmen were Richard Baker, Thomas Edward Guest, Jr., Forrest Perkins, Chad Trigg, Buddy Turpin, and Jay Wadford.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the River Hills Country Club. Hunter Gibson and the Gators provided the music.

On the eve of the wedding the bridegroom's parents entertained the bridal party and family with a rehearsal dinner at the Colonial Country Club of Jackson.

After returning from a wedding trip to the Ozark Mountains, the couple is making there home in Jackson. The bride is associated with Mississippi Magazine and the groom is employed with Venture Technologies in Ridge-land.

Rogers-Gurley

Tonya Nichole Rogers became the bride of Brandon Jay Gurley on the evening of October 21, 2000, in Corinth.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thorn E. Rogers of Kossuth. Her grandparents are the late Mr. and Mrs. Berry Rogers of Ripley and Winford Mattox and the late Nellie Jewel Mattox of Corinth.

The groom is the son of Jane Gurley and the late Charles Gurley of Corinth. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Pratt and the late Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Gurley, all of Corinth.

The wedding took place in the beautiful candle-lit sanctuary of the Gaines Chapel Methodist Church in Corinth.

The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a white gown by Oleg Cassini. The gown had spaghetti straps and a corset bodice fashioned with pearls and sequins. The skirt was of tulle with Alencon lace appliques with a chapel-length train. The fingertip veil was held in place by a tiara of rhinestones and pearls. Her bouquet of white roses included a handkerchief once carried by her great-great-grandmother Moore.

Officiating the union of Tonya and Brandon was the Rev. Mike Beasley.

Music was provided by Mrs. Stephanie Clausel. Vocalists were Ken Miller and Ricky and Dena Pike. Mrs. Phil Crum was the wedding director and Ms. Marlane Mattox attended the guest register.

Shanda Bynum Payne, cousin of the bride, served as matron of honor. Nicole Crum served as maid of honor. Bridal attendants were Lisa Dunn Benjamin, Candy Parker Flemming, Jennifer Jones, Talina Rencher Knight, Donna Morelock McCormick, and Hannah Reed Sleeper. They wore Michelle Piccioni gowns of cafe colored French satin with spaghetti straps and train, designed by Alfred Angelo.

Honorary attendants were Addle Crum, Sheila Mattox, Keri Miller, Rhonda Derrick Mullins, Tern Pruitt, and Rhonda Wallace. They entered the church to the sound of "Going To the Chapel," the bride's favorite song; they then proceeded to light the candles.

McKenna Sanderson was the miniature bride; her dress was a replica of the bride's designed by Tonya's aunt, Carolyn Sanderson. Reagan Payne, cousin of the bride, was the flower girl.

Todd Gurley was his brother's best man. Groomsmen were Dustin Rogers, brother of the bride; Todd Barker; John Gray; Brent Lipford; Chad McAlister; Shan McAlister; Phil Smith; and Mike White.

The bride's parents welcomed guests at the outdoor reception at Gilmore's of Shiloh Ridge Golf and Racquet Club.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's mother hosted rehearsal dinner at Gilmore's Restaurant.

The couple enjoyed a honeymoon cruise to the Virgin Islands of Aruba, Antigua, St. John, St. Martin, and Guadeloupe.

Tonya and Brandon are enjoying their home at 1205 Bridal Path in Corinth.

Rone-Tidwell

On May 12, 2001, Patti Lynn Rone and Jeremy Jerome Tidwell worshiped together with family and friends as they exchanged their vows at First Baptist Church, Madison.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Audley Rone of Madison. She is the granddaughter of Martha Edwards and the late Neil Edwards of Carthage and the late Mr. and Mrs. Ned E. Rone of Ethel. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Recer Jerome Tidwell of Lynn Haven, Florida, and the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Recer M. Tidwell of Panama City, Florida, and of Mr. Litten Yates and Ms. Joyce Yates of Panama City.

The ceremony was officiated by Reverend Rick Ball and Dr. James Richardson. To set the mood for this joyous occasion, Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Partridge led with acoustic guitar in praise and worship. Mrs. Alice Nettles sang "We Are an Offering," and groomsman Brian Harmon sang a song written by he and the groom. Organ music was provided by Roger Clark and piano accompaniment by Donald Pendergrast.

Escorted by her father, the bride wore an original gown of white satin silk and Venice lace. The gown featured a fitted bodice with delicate appliques, halter straps criss-crossing in the back, micro beading around the neckline and scoop waist, with an A-line skirt and inverted pleats that fell into a chapel-length train with Venice appliques bordering the hem and train. A veil of illusion with satin trimming flowed from a matching headpiece decorated with pearls and rhinestones to complement the appliques on her gown. The attendants wore elegant two-piece ensembles of black silk shantung. Sleeveless bodices complemented full-length skirts ending with subtle fishtails.

The bride was accompanied by her sister Angie Rone Vann as matron of honor, Heidi Cheatham as maid of honor, and bridesmaids Celeste Cade, Maridell Creel, Missy Farris, Tiffiny Evans Wright, Heather Palmer Smith, Alison Dean, and Cyndi Eubanks Randall.

Recer Jerome Tidwell served his son as best man. The groomsmen serving were Ragan Tidwell, Jason D'Elia, Brian Harmon, Carl Fondren, Angelo Butchikas, Brett Comerford, George Thomas Vann, Jr., and Dr. Robert Rone.

The wedding party and guests enjoyed a reception at the Jiggits House, an antebellum home in Canton.

The couple honeymooned in Vancouver and Victoria, British Columbia.

The bride has a bachelor's degree in nursing from Mississippi College, and the groom earned a degree in Public Relations from Florida State University.

The couple now resides in Fort Worth, Texas, where both are seeking a Masters of Divinity from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Rose-Hall

Lucy Renee Rose and David Edward Hall, Jr. were united in marriage at 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 3, 2001, at First Baptist Church in Grenada, Mississippi.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Rose of Duck Hill. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Frances Griffin and the late Willard Griffin of Moorhead and the late Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Rose of Duck Hill.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. David Edward Hall, Sr. of Grenada. He is the grandson of Mr. George Denley and the late Martha Denley of Coffeeville and the late Wilbur Hall and the late Mrs. Jane Breland of Coffeeville.

Dr. Tim Williams officiated the double-ring ceremony. Mrs. Jennifer Turner, organist, and Mrs. Melody White, pianist, provided nuptial music. Vocalists were Haley Hall, Lacey Hall, Andy Cummings, and Debbie Dedmon.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of white silk organza. The fitted sleeveless bodice featured a neckline with an overlay of Venice embroidery accented with a dropped fitted waistline, pearl buttons down the back, and a gathered skirt that flowed into a chapel-length train. The bride wore a veil of white silk illusion. She carried a French nosegay bouquet of Virginia white roses tied with sheer ribbon.

Attending the bride as matron of honor was her sister, Lynn Fly. Jennie Griffin served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Lacey Hall and Haley Hall, sisters of the groom; Lacey Rose; Morgan Litchfield; Lindsey McQueen; Shannon Lyles; Julie Smith; Jennifer Ratcliff; and Kimberly Rose. The attendants wore yellow two-piece dresses and carried hand-tied bouquets of spring roses and calla lilies. Honorary attendants were Lacey Sparks, Lindsey Boone, Cindy Lancaster, Shelley Howarth, Elissa Shurden, Garnett Tubb, and Rivers Smith.

Serving as flower girl was Laura Leigh Smith. Serving as ring bearer was Austin Cole Richards.

David Edward Hall, Sr., served his son as best man. Groomsmen were Chuck Rose, brother of the bride; Jerry Fly; Brett Denley; Rusty Harlow; David Bassinger; Keith Mitchell; Tripp Clark; Trent Jaudon; Larry Veasey; and Justin Eifling.

Ushers were Jay Bewley, Rick Wilbourn, George Biddle, and Steve Vaughn. Following the ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a reception in the fellowship hail of the church. On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at the Grenada Country Club.

Following a honeymoon in Paris, France, the couple resides in Grenada.

Russel-Scruggs

Amy Catherine Russel of Jackson and David Zachary Scruggs of Pascagoula were married on Saturday, April 28, 2001, at the Cathedral Church of Saint Andrew in Jackson. The 6 p.m. service was performed by the Reverend Andy Andrews.

The bride is the daughter of Nancy Ingram Russel and John Charles Russel III, both of Jackson. She is the granddaughter of Mary Helen Ingram and the late Mr. Grover Edward Ingram and the late Dr. and Mrs. Jack Russel, Jr., all of Cleveland.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Furlow Scruggs of Pascagoula. He is the grandson of Helen Furlow Scruggs, Dr. Perry Augustus Thompson, and the late Ernestine Deas Thompson, all of Pascagoula.

Presenting a program of nuptial music before the ceremony were organist John Paul, flutist Sybil Cheesman, violinist Tyler Maisel, The Magnolia Brass quintet, and soloist Ashley Simmons.

A garland of smilax and apricot peonies trimmed the entrance to the historic Episcopal church where the pews were marked with bouquets of light blue hydrangeas and ivory silk ribbon. Candles in the church were adorned with roses and smilax, and an arrangement of apricot and coral roses, snap dragons, blue hydrangeas, delphinium, and peonies placed on the altar completed the beautiful setting.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore an ivory silk gown with a strapless bodice featuring hand sewn pearls and small ivory sequins. From the dropped waistline fell the narrow A-line skirt and a gathered basque back sweeping into a chapel-length train. Her veil of tiers of illusion extended slightly beyond her train and was hand-crafted using tiny pearls and crystals from her dress. The veil was completed by a jeweled tiara. She carried a bouquet of bridal white roses, white hydrangeas, and verbena.

Maid of honor was Susan Augusta Russel, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Christy Couch, Brooke Hardin, Missy Hollis, Caroline Hollowell, Brittny Kaigler, Courtney McCraney, Claire Scruggs, Kristen Smithson, Page Wilson, Lisa Williams, and Liz Williams. Katie Mallette served as junior bridesmaid.

Attendants wore dresses of premier blue matte satin with straight full-length skirts and matching wraps. They carried hand-tied bouquets of light blue hydrangeas, English nosegay, terra-cotta, and oceana roses.

The groom's father, Richard Scruggs, served as best man. Groomsmen were Nathan Bosio, Mike Carpenter, Brandon Hinton, Kirk Kinard, Chad Greer, Brook Lester, Malloy McDaniel, John Puckett, John Russel IV, Joel Smith, and Ben Vance. Ushers were Josh Blair, Lew Yoder, Brad Vance, Russel Carlson, and Streett Kaigler.

The flower girl was Haisten Hardin, and the ring bearer was Trent Lott III.

Acolytes were Kirk Russ and Paul Ward, and the readers were Tyler Lott Armstrong and Leslie Thompson. Program attendants were Meredith Carlson, Kate Scattergood, Ivy Scattergood, and Hannah Thompson.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the Fairview Inn.

The bride's cake was adorned with blue hydrangeas and placed on a glass table top, which was covered with an ivory silk runner decorated with the bride's new initials in flowers. A woodsy garden theme was created for the groom's table complete with a burlap runner adorned with the groom's initials in green moss and a variety of cheesecakes for the guests to enjoy.

A garland of smilax, flowers, and tiny white lights accented the outdoor areas of the Fairview House where champagne and hors d'oeuvres were served under the magnolia trees. Indoors, guests were treated to a variety of delicacies on elegant flower topped tables. Guests also enjoyed the sounds of the band, "Otis Day and the Knights."

Presiding at the guest registry were Mary Catherine Fortner and Kristy Parker.

On the day before the wedding, the bridesmaids were honored with a luncheon at Nick's Restaurant given by Mrs. Jane Carlson, Mrs. Helen Ingram, Miss Susan Russel, and Mrs. Gusty Scattergood. A lovely rehearsal dinner, given by the groom's parents, was held at the Country Club of Jackson on the eve of the wedding.

Following a wedding trip to San Francisco and Napa Valley, California, the couple is at home in Jackson.