2002 Wedding Register. (S-S).

Sandifer-Glorioso

Lifted by the voices of a children's choir, Tiffany Noelle Sandifer of Clarksdale and Stephen Anthony Glorioso of Cleveland harmonized their hearts before an altar adorned with a lavish white English garden arrangement flanked by glowing tapers. The couple was married at 7 p.m. on July 21, 2001, at First United Methodist Church in Clarksdale with the Rev. Bob Rambo officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Whitman Bell, Jr. of Clarksdale. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Troy Sandifer of Myrtle and the late Mr. Sandifer and the late Mr. and Mrs. Noel Philpot of Clarksdale.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Glorioso of Cleveland. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Rossetti of Shaw and Mr. and Mrs. John Glorioso, Sr. of Gunnison.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a white satin Mon Lee gown embroidered with pearls, which fell to a chapel-length embroidered tulle train. Her triple-tiered veil of fine illusion tulle fell to fingertip-length. She carried a nosegay of white roses in which was hidden a handkerchief that had been the groom's baby bonnet.

Heather Bell Fuqua was her sister's matron of honor. April Clark Myres, Anna West, Mary Ann Warrington, Robin Estess, Ashley Doggett, Gina Turner Haynes, and Roianna Hawkins were bridesmaids. Attendants wore two-piece ensembles in lilac satin. Ken and Kelsey Warrington were junior bridesmaids. Katherine Levingston was the flower girl.

The groom's father was his best man. James Glorioso, Zayne Hawkins, George Miller, John Christopher, Jonathan Crowe, Chris Coleman, and Lance Austin were groomsmen. Brice and Scott Berry were junior groomsmen. John Austin Berry, Michael Antici, Jay Joel, and Joe Mathis were ushers.

With Carla Clark as pianist and Denise Boswell as organist, the Cleveland Presbyterian Day School Choir sang and signed "Love In Any Language." Mandy Huckaba Carpenter, Mark Kelly, and Leigh Hughey were solo vocalists.

A reception was held at the Clarksdale Train Station, which was decorated with a garden theme and featured a special section for children. Beth and Carolyn Kincade kept the guest registry. Guests danced to the Earth Angels of Jackson. The bride's four-tiered white cake featured a lattice design, fresh white roses, and gloriosa lilies.

Donna Mullens directed the wedding. Jane Webster and Susan Connell directed the reception.

For traveling, the bride wore a pink shantung silk pants suit.

Following a honeymoon in Cancun, Mexico, the couple is at home in Cleveland where the bride is a teacher at Presbyterian Day School and the groom is Cleveland's athletic director.

Saul-Lott

Delaine Elizabeth Saul and Christopher Earl Lott were united in marriage at 3 p.m. in the afternoon on Saturday, June 16, 2001, at First Baptist Church of Shady Grove, in Laurel. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Darryl Wayne Geddie of Laurel. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Felton Reeves of Laurel and Mr. and Mrs. Clifton M. Saul of Sandersville. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Estus Earl Lott of Purvis. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Elvin Smith of Purvis and the late Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Lott of Purvis.

The double-ring ceremony was performed by Reverend Jonathan Russell. A program of nuptial music was presented by Amy Hinton, pianist, and Joe Larry Mauldin, organist. Vocalists were Jonathan and Cindy McKenzie. The wedding ceremony was directed by Pam Graham.

Given in marriage by her brother, Dean Saul, the bride wore a formal gown of white satin and tulle by Jacqualine with a fitted strapless bodice embellished with crystals and seed pearls. The full tulle skirt flowed into a chapel-length train with a silk ribbon hem. Her fingertip veil of silk illusion fell from a headpiece of pearls and crystals and was fashioned with edging of silk. A handkerchief, belonging to the bride's grandmother, was tucked into the bride's bouquet of white Virginia roses and stephanotis hand-tied with white French ribbon. Her jewelry included a pearl bracelet given to her as a wedding gift from the groom.

Attending the bride were Shelia Hennis, cousin of the bride, matron of honor, and Kelly Barrett, maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Tonya Shows, Sayward Baxter, Sheree Wagner, Vanessa Rustin, Lisa Manley, and Sheila Johnson. Attendants wore lavender floor-length matte satin strapless princess-cut dresses by Alfred Angelo. Flower girls were Olivia Pickering and Kristen Pickering, nieces of the groom.

Estus Earl Lott served as his son's best man. Groomsmen were Steve Lott, brother of the groom; Jason Graham; Neil Sandifer; Forrest Hudson; Sam Sackler; Jeremy Lawler; and Josh Krzanak. The ring bearer was Phillip Lott, nephew of the groom.

Ushers were Dean Saul, brother of the bride; Darren Johnson and Drew Johnson, cousins of the bride; Micah Bounds and Matthew Bounds, nephews of the groom; and Scott Forte, cousin of the groom.

Immediately following the ceremony, a reception was hosted by the bride's parents at the fellowship hall of the church. Guests were greeted at the registry by Kelly Saul, cousin of the bride. On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at Conestoga Steak House in Hattiesburg.

Following a honeymoon to Disney World, the couple is at home in Hattiesburg.

Senter-Ozier

Jamie Lynn Senter and Jason Bradley Ozier were united in marriage in a candlelit ceremony on the evening of June 9, 2001, at Lakeside Presbyterian Church, Brandon.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Richard Senter of Fort Worth, Texas. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence A. Carithers and the late Mr. A. Patrick Senter and Mrs. Dorothy Senter, all of Fulton. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Terry Ozier of Brandon. He is the grandson of Dr. Terry Ozier and the late Mrs. Anne Ozier of Brandon and the late Mr. Jack Buie and Mrs. Maudene Buie of Meridian.

Reverend Gregory Anthony officiated the ceremony. Nuptial music was provided by Mrs. Jennifer Clark, pianist; Mrs. Marilyn Julian, organist; and Mr. Vincent Massimino, violinist. Soloists were Mrs. Sherri Gleason and the Honorable Kent McDaniel. Mr. Steve Ozier, uncle of the groom, performed the lighting and dedication of the memory candle.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a Demetrios original gown of white matte satin designed with a strapless bodice adorned with a band of pearls at top, waist, and hem. The dress fell into a chapel-length train with matching pearls cascading down the back of the skirt. Her elbow-length Ansonia veil fell from a crown of beads and pearls. She carried a red rose nosegay hand tied with satin ribbon.

Myndi Kuhlmann served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Christy Summerhill, Kimberly Crane, and Lauren Senter, sisters of the bride; Jamie Surber; Mollie Rhodes; and Jamie Jefcoat. Attendants wore strapless gowns of ice blue satin and chiffon. Flower girl was Peyton Summerhill, niece of the bride, who tossed dried rose petals collected during the bride and groom's courtship.

The groom's father and his brother, Terry Ozier, served as best men. Groomsmen were Michael Hall, Jeremy Westfall, Robbie Holditch, Kirk Overby, and Phillip Ozier, cousin of the groom. Ushers were Craig Eversole, Scott Pitts, Randy Summerhill, and Lee Crane. Ring bearer was Chandler Crane, nephew of the bride.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a reception at River Hills Club where guests were entertained by the sounds of 24-7 and Al Bell.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a celebration in honor of the couple at Reservoir Pointe.

Following a honeymoon trip to St. Lucia, West Indies, the couple is at home in Jackson.

Shannon-Roberts

Kelly Diane Shannon and Steven Bradford Roberts were united in marriage at Saint Luke's United Methodist Church in Jackson, the church where the couple was first introduced while participating in a dental mission trip. Reverend Doctor Timothy Williams and Reverend Patricia Roseberry officiated the double-ring ceremony on June 9, 2001, at six in the evening. Nuptial music and vocals were presented by Tim Moak of Florence.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Allen Shannon of Olive Branch. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Muse and the late Mr. C. J. McCain of Clarksdale and Mr. L. A. Shannon and the late Mrs. Hazel Shannon of Friars Point.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Steve Roberts of Florence. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Evans of Madison, the late Mr. Marvin Alford of Florence, and Mrs. Modesta Roberts and the late Mr. Fred Roberts of Jackson.

Escorted by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of white matte satin. An elegant bateau neckline with double spaghetti straps led to a dropped open back with covered buttons down the tiffany-length train. The three dimensional detail of embroidered organza finished the bodice and hem of the fit and flare skirt. The bride's multi-tiered veil of white illusion with satin edging fell from a headpiece of pearls. She carried a bouquet of white and ivory Porcelena roses hand tied with white satin.

The bride chose her sister, Sharon James of Olive Branch, as her matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Stephanie Roberts of Florence, sister of the groom, and Lee Ellen Bell of Greenville and Mandi Carpenter of Olive Branch, both close friends of the bride.

The attendants wore floor-length two-piece gowns of platinum matte satin. They carried small nosegays of Porcelena roses and mixed flowers.

Steve Roberts, father of the groom, served as best man. Groomsmen were Ashley Shannon of Olive Branch, brother of the bride, and Jeff Stephenson of Florence and Scotty Gainey of Jackson, both close friends of the groom. Cody James, nephew of the bride, served as ring bearer.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the Capital Club of Jackson where Hunter Gibson and the Gators performed. On the eve of the wedding, the parents of the groom hosted a rehearsal dinner at The Edison Walthall Hotel.

After a honeymoon trip to Jamaica, the couple temporarily resides in Birmingham, Alabama, where the groom is completing a dental residency and the bride is a dental hygienist.

Sherer-Adkins

The beautiful historic mansion Gingerbread House in Savannah, Georgia, was the setting for the March 11, 2001, wedding of Jerri Janeen Sherer, formerly of Clinton, and Roy Allan Adkins, formerly of Birmingham, Alabama. Reverend Jack R. Hudson officiated at the double-ring ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Brents Sherer. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Evans, the late E. R. Tullos, Mrs. LaBelle Frances Sherer, and the late David L Sherer, all of Clinton.

The groom is the son of Sandra Randolph Hubbard and Roy Steven Adkins. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Armon Randolph and the late Mr. and Mrs. Richard Adkins, all of Birmingham, Alabama.

The bride, escorted to the alter by her father, and given in marriage by her father and mother, wore an original Lazaro ivory tulle ball gown featuring a silk satin halter bodice with a hand-embroidered beaded trim at the natural waistline from which fell a shaped skirt of layers of tulle with crystal accents sweeping into a chapel-length train. Her veil of tiers of illusion fell from a tiara of stones matching the beading on her gown. She carried a hand-tied bouquet of Rossini roses.

Matron of honor was Courtney Keys Hamlin of Clinton. Bridesmaids were Angela Boggers of La Grange, Georgia; Shana Chistrup of Washington D. C.; Sara Hoefker of Orlando, Florida; Ashley Russ of Clinton, niece of the bride; and Hollie Adkins of Birmingham, sister of the groom. Each of the attendants wore platinum two-piece floor-length satin gowns. They carried hand-tied colorful garden style bouquets.

Henry Christrup of Washington, D.C. served as best man. Groomsmen included David Mccarty of Birmingham; Roy King III of London, England; Jason Smith of Jackson; Chris Hudspeth of Miami, Florida; and Chris Greer of Memphis, Tennessee. Ushers were Jonathan Hoefker of Orlando, Florida, and Jace Ballentine of Savannah, Georgia. Nephews of the bride, Joseph Rhodes and Matthew Townsend, served as program attendants.

Moon River Restaurant in old town Savannah was the setting for the reception following the wedding ceremony. On the eve of the wedding, the bridegroom's mother hosted a rehearsal dinner for the wedding party, family and friends at Jean Louise.

The couple escaped for a getaway weekend in Charleston, South Carolina, with a delayed honeymoon scheduled at Lake Tahoe, California, in December. They are currently at home in Savannah.

Simmons-Perry

The celebration and blessing of the marriage of Ashley Tillou Simmons and Robert Andrew Perry took place at six p.m. on June 30, 2001, at First United Methodist Church in Pine Bluff, Arkansas.

The bride is the daughter of Nan Nelson Simmons and John Calvin Simmons, both of Pine Bluff, Arkansas. She is the granddaughter of Dr. and Mrs. Calvin Simmons and Nancy C. Nelson and the late Knox A. Nelson. The groom is the son of Patricia Sue Perry of Brandon and Phillip Andrew Perry of Madison. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Robertson, Mrs. Lola M. Perry, and the late Lawrence William Perry Sr.

The Rev. Charles T. Settle and the Rev. T. Dominick Fullam officiated the double-ring ceremony.

Escorted by her father, the bride wore a formal sheath gown of ivory silk chiffon over delustered silk satin. The sculptured, sleeveless bodice was fashioned with a square neckline and a slightly dropped waist. Intricate beading of freshwater pearls and Austrian crystals outlined the bodice and the hemline of the gown. Embroidered scrolls accented with ribbon flowerets accented the entire gown. The back of the gown swept into a godet chapel-length train. Her full-length veil of English silk illusion was embellished with Brussels lace embroidery and secured by a bandeau of crystals and pearls. She carried a handheld, gathered bouquet of roses, ranunculus, acacia, and viburnum in bright summer colors. The bride wore diamond and pearl earrings and her grandmother Nelson's double-strand pearl bracelet.

Serving as matron of honor was Carrie Ruhland. The bridesmaids were Mary Catherine Blanks, Grace Bost, April Carty, Emily Davis, Ashley Eaton, Sunny Helmer, Kimberly Hooker, Mary Frances Ishmael, Joye May, Susan McGeorge, and Ginny Schenk. The attendants wore identical Aline gowns of turquoise and lime green chiffon. They featured empire bodices and square draped bateau necklines.

Amanda Austin and Amy LaFrance kept the bride's book. Penny Ezell and Stephani Brown distributed programs. Sarah Lacey Graham, cousin of the bride, served as flower girl, and Neil Simmons, cousin of the bride, served as ring bearer.

Michael Perry, brother of the groom, was the best man. The groomsmen were Jason Ainsworth; Billy Applewhite; Scott Elliott; Chris Gilliland; Josh Oglesbee; Stuart Maxey; Michael Schenk; Andy Simmons, brother of the bride; Haymes Snedeker; Everette Stubbs; and Hunt Taylor. Taylor and Patrick Simmons, both cousins of the bride, were the candle lighters.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents honored the couple with a reception at The Pine Bluff Country Club, where the groom's family hosted a rehearsal dinner the previous evening. After a wedding trip to Bora Bora and Moorea in the French Polynesian Islands, the couple is at home in Oxford.

Sims-Gant

On the evening of December 30, 2000, the First United Methodist Church of Kosciusko was the setting for the candlelight ceremony uniting in marriage Pamela Ruth Sims and Robert Bradley Gant. The Rev. Rickey McKay performed the ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Mrs. and Mrs. Roy A. Sims and the groom is the son of Ms. Tommie Johnson and Mr. Robbie Gant, all of Kosciusko.

Wedding guests enjoyed a pre-wedding concert by the string quartet of the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra.

Guest were greeted in the foyer decorated with brass pedestal urns holding an assortment of white and ivory flowers.

Vows were pledged before a background of areca palms. Altar appointments were assorted candle sticks in different heights adorned with pillar candles of white and ivory. The altar was backed by a large sunburst arrangement complemented with two matching arrangements placed on either side featuring, gladioli, roses, stock, hydrangea, carnations, larkspur, bells of Ireland, dendrobium orchids, and calla lilies in shades of white, ivory and champagne.

The bride wore a formal designer gown by Lazaro of white bridal satin embellished with hand-sewn pearls and sequins. The skirt of the dress featured a chapel-length train adorned with appliques of bridal lace, iridescents, and pearls. The hem of the gown was adorned with Viennese lace. Under the cathedral-length veil, the bride wore a bridal crown encrusted with pearls. Her jewelry was a strand of pearls, a gift from her father, her mother's diamond bracelet, and pearl and diamond earrings, a gift from the groom. She carried a handkerchief belonging to her maternal great grandmother tucked inside her colonial bouquet of pink roses, reminiscent of the first rose given to her from her groom.

The groom carried a gold engraved pocket watch, a gift from the bride.

Bell ringers Hope and Grace Bane began ringing silver bells at 7 p. m. signifying the beginning of the ceremony.

The honor attendants and bridesmaids wore long black matte satin designer gowns featuring low cut backs with a row of covered buttons and carried nosegays of bridal white roses.

As the bells chimed, the bride entered on the arm of her father to the strains of Wagner's Bridal Chorus. They were met at the altar by the bride's mother, and the bride was given in marriage by both parents.

At the altar, the bride pulled a single rose from her bouquet and pinned it to her groom's lapel signifying her love for him.

The bride's honor attendants were Mrs. Spring Sims, sister-in-law of the bride, of Greenwood, and Jade Harper of Kosciusko. Bridesmaids were Regina Hurren, Rhonda Poole, Ebonnie Wynn, Kasey Dees, Courtney Home and Karen Cauthen, all of Kosciusko, and Cassette Roberts of Clarksville, Tennessee, cousin of the bride. Junior bridesmaids were Cassie Roberts of Clarksville, Tennessee, cousin of the bride, and Danielle Johnson of Kosciusko, sister of the groom. Flower girl was Amber-Leigh Dees, cousin of the bride; ring bearer was Michael Taylor Sims of Greenwood, nephew of the bride.

Best men were Barry Truitt of Brandon, cousin of the groom, and Robbie Gant, father of the groom. Groomsmen were Michael Sims, of Greenwood, brother of the bride; T. J. Dees and Seth Price of Kosciusko, cousins of the bride; Tommy Zachry of Kosciusko; Brian McKnight, Mark Freeze, John Donald, and Tim Branch, all of Brandon; and Jonathan Gibson of Winona. Junior groomsmen were Trevor Gant, brother of the groom, and Drennan Home II, cousin of the groom.

Organist and pianist was Jason Sims. Vocalists and readers were Linda Cauthen; Rachel McKay; Dr. Don Weaver; Marc Sims, brother of the bride; Earl Price, Jr., uncle of the bride; and Rev. Bobby Denton McKay of Grenada. Wedding director was Mrs. Melinda Price.

Immediately following the wedding, the bride's parents hosted a dinner reception for 350 guests at their home. Guests entered a lighted pathway into the white heated tents covering the tennis court. A winter wonderland was created in the decorations in the marquis tent. Focal point was a chandelier over a display of imported cheeses, berries, and fruits. A Grecian pedestal urn holding a vast arrangement of assorted flowers in shades of white centered the table. Twinkling lights covered the tent's ceiling.

The bride's cake was a five-tier confection of almond scented butter cream showered with red Charlotte rose petals. The groom's table held Swiss chocolate mousse with fresh sliced strawberries and chocolate dipped strawberries laced with white chocolate.

The family table in the dance area was draped in a white linen cloth. Centering the table was a large silver plateau holding a large Grecian urn filled with assorted white, ivory, cream, gold, and red flowers. Matching silver candelabra holding ivory cathedral tapers were placed on either side. The table was strewn with red Charlotte rose petals.

The couple honeymooned in Montego Bay, the Grand Caymans, and Cozumel.

Singletary-Mohon

Laurie Michelle Singletary and Brian Tray Mohon were united in marriage on February 17, 2001, at 6 p.m. at First Baptist Chapel in Jackson. The bride is the daughter of Ms. Suzanne Singletary of Vicksburg and Mr. and Mrs. Bill Singletary of Ridgeland. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Garbo of Jackson and Mr. and Mrs. Milton Singletary of Florence. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Troy Mohon of Katy, Texas. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Howard Jones of Clinton and Mrs. Ruby Mohon and the late Mr. Troy Mohon of Clinton. The double-ring ceremony was officiated by Dr. Frank Pollard. Nuptial music was provided by Andy Swanner, organist; Julie Walker and Alexandra Garbo, soloists; and Billy Hall, reader. The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a designer gown of mikado silk fashioned with a sculptured strapless bodice caught with silk flowers in the back. From the fitted princess bodice fell the A-line skirt and chapel-length train, which was trellised with covered bu ttons down the back. Her veil of tiers of illusion scattered with pearls and crystals fell from a rhinestone and pearl tiara. She carried a bouquet of lilies, lisianthus, stock, and white roses.

Allison Abshier Sconyers served as matron of honor and Lee Anne McDonald as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Melissa Erin Beasley, Beth Dufour Carr, Shannon Lacrisse McCoy, Christiana Lee Ellen Quin, Jamie Elizabeth Thigpen, Robin Manze Thomas, and Julie Carol Walker. Serving as junior bridesmaid was Camille Alexander Garbo, cousin of the bride.

Troy Willis Mohon, father of the groom, served as best man. Groomsmen were Thomas Allen Agostinelli, Jr., Curtis Albert Berry, John Joseph Boland, Charles Chism Craig, Jr., Edwin Cotesworth Cuttino III, Brian Thomas Hopkins, and John Michael Wise.

Flower attendants were Victoria Alexander Bailey and Alexandria Brett Garbo. Ring bearers were Ap Hill Garbo and John Barron Garbo. All are cousins of the bride.

A reception honoring the bride and groom was held following the ceremony at the Capital Club of Jackson. Guests enjoyed the music of Meet The Press. On the eve of the wedding, the groom's family hosted a rehearsal dinner at the Edison Walthall Hotel.

Following a wedding trip to Cancun, Mexico, the couple is at home in Jackson.

Singletary-Tucker

Audrey Leigh Singletary and Alfred Thomas Tucker III were united in marriage on December 22, 2000, in an evening ceremony at the Van Benthuysen-Elms Mansion in New Orleans, Louisiana. The bride's grandfather Reverend E. J. Singletary officiated the ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Ms. Audrey Morgan Singletary of Jackson and Mr. and Mrs. Britt Randall Singletary of Biloxi. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Thomas Tucker, Jr. of Tunica.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of diamond white bridal satin, designed with a ball gown skirt complementing a fitted strapless bodice. Her bodice and hem were finished with pearl beading. Her detachable cathedral-length train fell from the waist. Her finger-tip veil of silk tulle edged in satin fell from a headpiece of pearls and crystals. She also wore a diamond cross necklace, a gift from the groom on the eve of the wedding. The bride carried a hand-tied bouquet of cream roses interspersed with stephanotis.

Attending as maid of honor was the bride's sister, Brittany Singletary of Jackson. Bridesmaids were Blair Ainsworth of Richmond, Virginia; Traci Burwell of Jackson; Amy Lefoldt and Ashley McVey, both of Atlanta, Georgia; Kostas Mathoes of Santa Fe, New Mexico; Kathryn Morris of New York, New York; Kendall Poole of Austin, Texas; Jane Hyde Smith of Memphis, Tennessee; and Amy Tucker of Tunica, sister of the groom. The attendants wore elegant black strapless satin gowns accented with matching wraps. They carried hand-tied white calla lilies. Honorary bridesmaids were Hallie Daddario of Nashville, Tennessee; Mindy Mardick and Jett Perry both of Birmingham, Alabama; and Caroline Whittle of Memphis, Tennessee.

The groom's father served as best man. Groomsmen were Scott Arnold IV, Paul Battle IV, and Ransom Myers, Jr., all of Tunica; Kyle Chandler IV and Aaron Edwards both of Jackson; Bill Defenbaugh II of Grenada; Casey Hester of Austin, Texas; William Seibels of Charlotte, North Carolina; McLean Sullivan of Memphis, Tennessee; and Rankin Shirling of Oxford.

After the ceremony, the bride's family hosted the gala reception at the Van Benthuysen-Elms Mansion. The guests dined and danced to the music of No Idea.

On the eve of the wedding, the parents of the groom hosted a rehearsal dinner for the wedding party, family, and friends at Commander's Palace in New Orleans.

After a wedding trip to Maui, the couple is at home in Oxford.

Sistrunk-Fox

Beverly Shea Sistrunk and Carl Fox IV were united in marriage on August 12, 2000, in an afternoon ceremony at Grace Presbyterian Church in Starkville. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Samuel Rush and Mr. and Mrs. Don Lewis Sistrunk of Jackson. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. John Raymond Sistrunk and the late Mr. John Raymond Sistrunk and the late Mr. and Mrs. James Edward Lindsey. The groom is the son of Mrs. Lucinda Callender Fox of Jackson and Mr. Carl Fox III. He is the grandson of Mrs. Claude G. Callender and the late Dr. Claude G. Callender and the late Mr. and Mrs. Carl Fox, Jr.

Reverend Brian Chesser Habig officiated the ceremony. Marilyn Smith, pianist; Susie Cook, organist; Dana Habig, soloist; and Trent Dabbs and Jonathan Shull, guitarists, provided nuptial music.

Presented in marriage by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of white matte satin. The fitted sleeveless bodice was embellished with beaded soutache. The princess skirt cascaded into a chapel-length train accented with covered satin buttons. Her veil of silk illusion fell from a beaded comb and finished with a corded edge. She carried a hand-tied bouquet of freesia, Porcelana spray roses, and bridal white roses.

Lindsey Renee Sistrunk, sister of the bride, served as maid of honor. Miriam Hope Brown served as flower girl. Bridesmaids were Mary Elizabeth Ayres, Laura Gail Bratley, Meredith Rebecca Cleland, Elizabeth Lucinda Fox, Dorothy Dale Grubbs, Julie McGee Lemons, Christy Leigh McWhirter, Leslie Herring Poole, Katherine Brooks Rosenblatt, Laura Lee Steele, and Laurie Dabbs Wiley. The bridesmaids wore floor-length sleeveless princess-styled gowns of jasmine crepe-backed satin.

Richard Carter O'Ferrall, Jr. served as best man. Groomsmen were William Brent Bowling, Carey Bradford Brashier, Casey Glen Custer, Jeremy Clive Huggins, John Callender Hughes, John Neill Kelly, John Herrington Kosko, Brian David Lemons, Jeffrey Rhea Mitchell, Robert Eugene O'Brien III, and Malcolm Joseph Vincent Saxon III.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents honored the couple with a reception at the Caragen House.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's family hosted a dinner for the wedding party, family, and friends at Old Waverly in West Point.

Following a honeymoon in Banff, Canada, the couple is now at home in Memphis, Tennessee.

Smith-Carlisle

Shannon Claire Smith and David Wayne Carlisle, Jr. were united in marriage at two in the afternoon on July 21, 2001, at the First Presbyterian Church in Tupelo. Dr. McCoy Franklin and the bride's father officiated the double-ring ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Jimmy Smith of Pontotoc. She is the granddaughter of the late Dr. and Mrs. R. L. Shannon of Pontotoc and Mr. and Mrs. Athel Smith of Booneville.

The groom is the son of Mrs. Vicki Jarrett and Mr. David Carlisle, Sr., both of Tupelo. He is the grandson of Mrs. Jo Bunnell and the late Mr. Cal Bunnell of Tupelo; Mr. Robert Greenslade of Memphis, Tennessee; Mrs. June Carlisle of Hattiesburg, formerly of Tupelo; and the late Mr. Joe Carlisle of Tupelo.

Preceding the ceremony, a program of classical music was performed by a string trio led by Mrs. Carla Briggs. The classical music was interspersed with a program of sacred music performed by Mrs. Cindy Mathis on the harp. Justin Smith, brother of the bride, served as soloist during the ceremony and was accompanied on piano by Mrs. Cindy Mathis.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a strapless gown featuring a beaded bodice and full ballgown tulle skirt with a chapel-length train. Her fingertip veil of illusion cascaded from a beaded headpiece and was finished in silk cording, as was the hem of her dress. The bride carried a bouquet of white roses. She wore her mother's round diamond earrings, the groom's maternal grandmother's pear-shaped diamond drop necklace, and the diamonds from her maternal grandmother's wedding band reset as her own band.

Attending as maid of honor was Nicole Crocker of Tupelo. Serving as bridesmaids were Michelle Reynolds of New Philadelphia, Ohio; Sarah Elizabeth Gundlach of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; and Jennifer Branson of Jackson. They wore cornflower blue strapless gowns featuring corset-style bodices and A-line skirts, and they carried white irises.

Groomsmen were David Carlisle, Sr.; Matthew Carlisle and Justin Carlisle, brothers of the groom; and Justin Smith, brother of the bride. All are of Tupelo.

Olivia Kincaid served as flower girl. Rice girls were Allye Neuhaus, Kelsey Higgins, and Lexie Higgins.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the Family Life Center. After a honeymoon trip to Aruba, the couple makes their home in Oxford. The bride teaches at Tupelo Middle School, and the groom is the Cashiering Supervisor at Security Check in Oxford and is pursuing a degree in Chemistry from the University of Mississippi.

Smith-Dennison

Amy Elizabeth Smith and Timothy Scott Dennison were united in marriage at McLaurin Heights Baptist Church in Pearl on May 5, 2001, at four in the afternoon.

The bride is the daughter of Ms. Ginny Price of Pearl and Mr. Milford Smith of Meridian. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie H. Smith of Dekalb, Mr. and Mrs. Ernie D. Joiner of Jackson, and the late Mr. Elbert Duane Sharp of Clark, Missouri.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. George W. Dennison of Byram. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Newell A. Dennison of Byram and the late Mr. and Mrs. Travis M. Lowery, Sr. of Byram.

The Reverend Guy Hughes officiated the double-ring ceremony. Nuptial music was provided by Mrs. Melissa Touchstone, pianist; Mrs. Sandy Sarett, soloist; and Mrs. Dana Brantley, soloist. Mrs. Melanie McNair directed the wedding.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a designer gown of white matte satin. The fitted bodice with spaghetti straps featured a square neckline embellished with seed pearls and crystals. The A-line skirt flowed into a chapel-length train with matching bead work on the border. Her fingertip veil of tiered silk illusion was held in place by a cameo of multi pearls and rhinestones. She carried a hand-tied bouquet of Eskimo roses, million star, and stephanotis.

Attending the bride as matron of honor was her cousin Dana Brantley. Bridesmaids were Mysti Snoddy, Sarah Price, and Lesley Smith, sisters of the bride; Angie Jones, sister of the groom; Tammy Greer, aunt of the bride; Shannon Hood; Toni Jones; and Cindy Foster.

George Dennison, father of the groom, served as best man. The groomsmen were Randy Dennison, brother of the groom; Michael Price, brother of bride; Drew Sullivan, cousin of the bride; Anthony Foster; Todd Godbey; David Tucker; and Jake Callahan. Ushers were Mark Grissom and Lee Long (Little Lee).

Morgan Thurman and Samantha Hassell served as flower girls. Ashley Thurman and Kayla Jones served as program girls. Aaron Myers, nephew of the bride, served as the ring bearer.

Following the ceremony the wedding party was transported from the church to the reception on the Steele Magnolia Trolley. The bride's aunt and uncle hosted a reception at the Mississippi Association Realtors.

Following a honeymoon to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, the couple will reside in Pearl. The bride is employed by MEA Medical Clinic as a nurse and the groom is employed by the Mississippi State Fire Academy as an instructor.

Smith-Pillow

Allison Renee Smith and Neil Gillespie Pillow were united in marriage on January 6, 2001 at 6 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Jackson.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alton Benton Smith, Jr. of Madison. She is the granddaughter of Katherine Moore Smith of Clinton, the late Alton Benton Smith, Sr., Peggy Dehmer Wade of Ridgeland, and the late Frank Elton Price. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Reese Pillow III of Greenwood. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Quails Stigler, the late Walter Reese Pillow, Jr., and the late Lucile Gillespie Pillow, all of Greenwood.

The Reverend Randy Thompson of Greenwood officiated the ceremony. Wedding music was performed by Connie Wadsworth, organist, and Gena Everitt, soloist.

The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a formal gown of matte satin. A floral embroidered satin fashioned the off-the-shoulder basque bodice, which was laced in the back with ties. The full A-line skirt of satin with a matching embroidered hemline swept into a chapel-length train. Her veil of tiers of satin edged illusion fell from a cluster of pearls. She carried a French bunch bouquet of white roses, ranunculus, and spray roses tied with organza ribbon.

Robin Lee Robertson of Greenwood served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Julie McGee Lemons of Starkville; Maggie Lee Martin of Brandon; Misty Carol McCoy of Clinton; Katherine Hall McGilberry of Ridgeland; and Carrie Beth McNeal Randall of Starkville. The attendants wore dresses of platinum georgette and satin featuring fitted sleeveless bodices of satin with floor-length skirts of georgette. They carried bouquets of peach and cream stock, ranunculus, and spray roses.

The grooms father served as best man. Groomsmen were Walter Reese Pillow IV, Stephen Franklin Pillow, and Watson Durden Pillow, all brothers of the groom from Greenwood, and Andrew Price Smith and Jeremy Benton Smith, both brothers of the bride from Madison.

Serving as ushers were Clifford Bierly Camp III, Peyton Vincent Cascio, Corey Allen Fancher, Terry Wayne Green, Jr., Albert Means Johnston, William Andrew Jordan, William Marion Roberson II, and Jimmy Leon Thompson, Jr. Program attendants were Emily Armstrong and Amanda Calhoun.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents entertained with a reception at Dennery's where guests enjoyed dining and dancing to music of Solid Gold. The couple left to a shower of bubbles given out by Amanda Meeler, Alison Meeler, and Mary Dudley Pillow.

On the eve of the wedding the groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at River Hills with the enjoyment of acoustical music.

Following their honeymoon to Puerto Adventura, Mexico, the couple is at home in Greenwood.

Smith-Yarborough

On the morning of December 9, 2000, Kimberly Michelle Smith became the bride of Matthew Tyler Yarborough at First Presbyterian Church in Jackson.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Butler and Mr. and Mrs. Gary Stephen Smith. The bridegroom is the son of Mrs. Patrick Foil Yarborough and the late Mr. Yarborough.

Reverend James Albert Turner and Reverend Doctor Ligon Duncan III officiated the 11 a.m. ceremony during which the couple shared personal wedding vows with one another. Nuptial music was presented by Connie Wadsworth, organist; Shane Foshee Hobgood, vocalist; Dr. John Engwerson, guitarist; and Cheri Waite, flutist.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a designer gown of dupioni silk. The sleeveless bodice was appliqued with bouquets of Venise lace while the bateau neckline extended into a V in the back. Matching lace and braids encircled the hemline of the straight skirt and full chapel-length train. Her cathedral-length veil fell in three tiers of illusion from a band of pearls. The bride carried a traditional French clutch bouquet of bridal white roses, champagne roses, and Porcelana spray roses tied with French ribbons.

Serving as matron of honor was Mary Katherine Turner Gorton. The bride's attendants were Amanda Yarborough Booker, sister of the groom; Heather Courtney; Dr. Barbara Snow Craft; Dr. Saul Anderson Garner; Shane Foshee Hobgood; Jodie Newell Lee; Dr. Julie Lowe; and Holly Shows. Their gowns were two-piece ensembles of platinum matte satin. Each carried a bouquet of purple lisanthus, golden freesia, Rouge Bergere roses, sterling silver roses, and garnet Gerber daisies.

Greeting the guests upon arrival to the church were Alison Simmons Dickson, Cassie Anderson Smith, Kathryn Booth Stewart, and Shannon Street.

Serving the bridegroom as best man was Dr. Rhett Hobgood. Groomsmen and ushers were Mark Booker, brother-in-law of the groom; Bobby Booth; Bo Borland; Dr. Coleman Boyd; Dr. Jon Caudill; Brian Clark; Dr. Edward Copeland; Brian Fuertges; Chris Miner; Trey O'Brien; Bubba Shaw; Cameron Smith, brother of the bride; and Eric Welsh.

Following the ceremony, the couple was honored with a jazz brunch reception at the University Club. Music was provided by the Jim Sclater band. Guests were received by Mr. and Mrs. Hibbitt Neel, Mr. and Mrs. Duane O'Neill, Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Anderson, and Dr. and Mrs. Pat Welsh.

On the eve of the wedding, the bridegroom's mother hosted a rehearsal dinner at the Country Club of Jackson. The bridal luncheon, held at the Country Club of Jackson, was given by Amanda Yarborough Booker and Joan Hickey, aunt of the groom.

The couple enjoyed a wedding trip to Whistler, British Columbia, Canada.

Smythe-Bloodworth

The marriage of Lauren Gaines Smythe and Ward Forest Bloodworth of Batesville was celebrated at four in the afternoon on July 14, 2001, at the First United Methodist Church of Batesville.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stanford Jackson Smythe of Batesville. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Russell Parker and the late Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Robertson Smythe of Batesville.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Deward Bloodworth of Batesville. He is the grandson of Mrs. Deward Dupree Bloodworth of Charleston, the late Mr. Bloodworth, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Max Peterson Arnold of Sardis.

The Reverend Barry Male of Jackson officiated the double-ring ceremony. Organist Jay Westfaul and soloists Stephanie Paige Black and Adrienne Nelson McCaslin provided nuptial music. Program attendants, Mary Jane Morrow and Jonathan Edward King, greeted guests.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of pearl matte satin. Pearls and crystal beading enhanced the strapless bodice and formed a border on the hem of the gown and the chapel-length train. Her fingertip veil of bridal illusion fell from a pearl and beaded comb. She carried a hand-tied bouquet of miniature canna lilies, stephanotis, and freesia.

Parker Blakely Smythe served her sister as maid of honor. Bridal attendants were Sarah Wren Brashier, Lisa Williams Brush, Rachel McMinn Jackson, Adrienne Nelson McCaslin, Virginia Lindsay Rougon, Mary Linley Sweat, and Christine Ann Waldrup.

The groom's father served as best man. Kent Maxwell Bloodworth, brother of the groom, served as groomsman along with Michael Steven Britt, George Russel Carlson, Jeremy Lee Jackson, Stephen Fancher Smith, Chad Eric Van Roekel, Milton Cline Wardlaw III, and Jay Edward Williams. Ushers were David Brian McCain, William Glenn McCain, Derrick Holmes Surrette, and Timothy Wayne Walker.

The reception was held in the fellowship hall of the church. Tea attendants were Jenny Johnson Bailey, Julia Bickerstaff Collins, Amanda Lynn Harmon, Jennifer Mangrum McCain, Shannon Lynn McKittrick, Cathryn Claire Patton, and Natalie Ferrell Wright. Rose attendants were Courtney Barrett Climer, Rebecca Elizabeth Jackson, Lee Taylor Jackson, Julianna Stubbs Morrow, and Joseph Christopher Wright. Harpist Peggy Robinson of Tupelo provided music.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a dinner for members of the wedding party and family.

Following a honeymoon in San Francisco and Carmel, the couple is at home in Olive Branch.

Snow-Craft

Barbara Frances Snow and Jason Arnold Craft were united in marriage on February 3, 2001, at Saint Thomas Catholic Church in Long Beach. Celebrant of the double-ring ceremony was Father Louis Lohan.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Austin Snow of Long Beach. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Roman J. Bombach of Las Cruces, New Mexico, and the late Mr. Bombach and the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Albert Snow. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Holladay Craft of Brandon. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Craft, the late Mr. Dean Ross, and the late Mrs. Gladys Ross.

Program attendants Georgia Salloum and Tracy Walker greeted the guests as they arrived. Organist and pianist Guy Bowering and soloist Shane Hobgood provided a selection of nuptial music. Scriptures were read by Elliott Nipper and Karen Welborn.

Presented in marriage by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of ivory duchess satin, which was adorned on the bodice, skirt, and chapel-length train with seed pearls, satin bugle beads, and Austrian crystals. Her veil of tiered illusion was finished with a satin rolled-edge. She carried a bouquet of ivory roses and stephanotis wrapped with ivory satin ribbon and an heirloom handkerchief.

Attending the bride as maid of honor was her niece Whitney LaCour Snow. Matron of honor was Alexandra Zupko Wier. Bridesmaids were Misty Christina Alexander, Tammy Lynn Craft, Amy Anderson Lee, Catherine Ladner Miles, Vanessa Maria Salloum, Laura Elizabeth Simmerman, Kami Gordy Wert, and Michelle Smith Yarborough. The attendants wore honeydew matte taffeta gowns and carried garden bouquets of roses, hydrangea, calla lilies, stephanotis, and bells of Ireland bound with ivory satin ribbon.

Paul Holladay Craft served his son as best man. Groomsmen were Timothy Paul Bakelaar, James Stephen Dryden, Edward Rhettson Hobgood, Reginald Barton Little, Sherard Rudolph Shaw, III, Benjamin Alan Snow, Timothy Austin Snow, and Reagan David Wise.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a reception at the Great Southern Club in Gulfport. Musical entertainment was provided by Gilmore. On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at the Great Southern Club.

Following a honeymoon in Maui, the couple is at home in Brandon where the bride is a medical resident at the University of Mississippi, and the groom is an orthopedics resident at the University of Mississippi.

Sojourner-Elliott

Shannon Suzanne Sojourner and John Robert Elliott, Jr. were married on July 29, 2000, at Harmony Baptist Church in Crystal Springs. The Rev. Justin Peters and Rev. Clark Stewart officiated the double-ring ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Clemon Sojourner, Jr. of Crystal Springs. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Clemon Sojourner, Sr. of Crystal Springs and Mr. Roy Benke and the late Ethel Shannon Benke of Jackson. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Robert Elliott, Sr. of Brandon. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Elliott of Jackson and Eunice LaVigne Seals and the late John Dennis Seals of Slidell, Louisiana.

Nuptial music was presented by Nancy Sullivan, organist; Emily Smith, pianist; Paula Smith, harpist; Ellen Sneddon, flutist; and Christi Matens and Patti Thornton, soloists.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of white silk mikado. A jeweled band encircled the natural waistline of the strapless bodice. The inverted pleated silk organza mikado skirt fell from the bodice and swept into a chapel-length train. Her veil of tiered illusion was graced with scattered pearls and finished with a rolled edge. The bridal bouquet was an English nosegay of ivory, blush, and champagne Vendela roses mixed with pearl studded stephanotis.

Attending the bride as her maids of honor were her sisters, Amy Sojourner and Anna Sojourner. Bridesmaids were Kathryn Booth, Christy Leeper Flynn, Kelly Peters Headley, Ashley Lowry, Mallory McCaskill, Catherine Randall, Sarah Nan Randall, Casey Traxier, and Jennifer Walls.

John Robert Elliott, Sr. served his son as best man. Groomsmen were Todd Aultman, Daniel Beatty, Tye Breedlove, Jimmy Cypert, Jr., Ryan Elliott, Scott Kelly, Kevin Maughan, Daniel Morse, Sean Salter, and Robby Sindle. Ushers were Jeremy Berry, Ben Sojourner, Matthew Sojourner, and Michael Sojourner. The flower girl was Logan Berry, and the ring bearer was Reid Sweeney.

On the eve of the wedding, parents of the groom entertained the bridal party, family, and guests with a rehearsal dinner at the Hilton in Jackson.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a reception at their home with music provided by the band Strawbridge Curtis.

After a wedding trip to Negril, Jamaica, the couple is at home in Brandon.

Sones-Green

Sicily Kay Sones and Jason Wayne Green were united in marriage at Provine Chapel in Clinton at four in the afternoon on February 17, 2001. The ceremony was officiated by Reverend Greg Warnock and Reverend Rickey Blythe. Nuptial music was provided by Connie Wadsworth, organist; Steve Russell, pianist; and Bonnie Brown, violinist. Gena Everitt, the bride's aunt, sang "The Greatest Gift" and "The Lord's Supper," and Sunday Sones, the bride's sister, and Casey Selph sang "The Prayer." Mrs. Kay Burton, the bride's aunt, was the wedding director. The bride's proxy was the groom's sister, Mrs. Tammy Lane.

The bride is the daughter of Bill and Theresa Sones of Brookhaven. She is the granddaughter of Edna Sones and the late U. G. Sones of Brookhaven and the late Henry and Eloise Krone of Jackson. The groom is the son of Jerry and Linda Green of Flora.

Escorted by her father, the bride wore a blush silk organza two-piece corset gown with a full ball gown skirt. The strapless bodice was adorned with embroidered lace, pearls, and bugle beads. Her veil of tiers of illusion fell from a headpiece of pearls matching her gown. She carried a hand-tied brightly colored bouquet of freesia, roses, and miniature calla lilies. Included in the bouquet was a French hand-sewn handkerchief made especially for the bride as "something new" by Mrs. Janie Cooley. Also included in the bouquet was an heirloom handkerchief originally carried by her grandmother, Edna Sones, on her wedding day.

Sunday Linn Sones served her sister as maid of honor. Bridal attendants were Amanda Rose Burton, Dara Elizabeth Callendar, Melissa Carol Hennington, and Carrie Ellen Reid.

The groom's father served as best man. Groomsmen were Pat Lane, Benjamin Powell Sones, Samuel Gates Sones, and William David Sones, Jr. Ushers were Jack Anderson, Jason Carley, Chuck Childes, and Jerry Defatta.

Meg and Molly Grace Crisler, cousins of the bride, greeted guests and were the program attendants. Allison and Leslie Anne Aker, Allison Boyd, Jessica Brister, Laura Lee Lewis, and Nichols Luke distributed rice bags to the reception guests.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a reception in the grand hail of the B. C. Rogers Student Center on the Mississippi College Campus. Three magnificent urns lavishly decorated with floral design transformed the ballroom into an Italian garden with tables laden with an array of foods.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at Red, Hot and Blue. On the day of the wedding a bridesmaids' luncheon was hosted by Mrs. Gena Everitt, Mrs. Deanna Blackledge, Mrs. Shelly Cloud, and Mrs. Emily Waterloo at the Everitt home.

After a honeymoon Caribbean cruise, the couple resides in Madison.

Speedling-Lucius

Sharee Shay Speedling and Daniel Kells Lucius were united in marriage in the presence of family and friends on the bow of Lord Hornblower in San Diego, California, at six in the evening, April 7, 2001. The ceremony was officiated by the bride's father, Rev. Johnny Speedling, Jr.

The bride is the daughter of Johnny E. Speedling and Ann S. Speedling of Brandon. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Laurie Slay of Brandon and the late Mr. Floyd Slay of Saraland, Alabama, and Mrs. Minnie Speedling and the late Mr. John Speedling, Sr. of Chickasaw, Alabama. The groom is the son of Roy L. Lucius and Judi D. Lucius of Senatobia. He is the grandson of Mrs. Mary Alice Daniel and the late Mr. A. B. Daniel of Stewart and Mrs. Metter Mae Lucius and the late Mr. Eugene Lucius of Eupora.

Given in marriage by her brother, Mr. Sandon Slay Speedling, the bride wore a lamour satin floor-length sleeveless sheath with an empire waist bodice. It had a scooped bateau neckline and beaded shoulder straps and a georgette flared overskirt with a center front opening. A bias-roll of silk edged her waterfall veil of tiers of illusion. The bride wore a pearl bracelet, her gift from the groom, and her mother's diamond cross as something borrowed. She carried a delicate hand-tied bouquet of long-stemmed calla lilies, irises, roses, larkspur, and hydrangeas accented with a big satin bow.

Attending the bride as matron of honor was her mother Ann Slay Speedling. Serving the bridegroom as best man was his father Roy L. Lucius.

Following the bow ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a dinner and dance gala aboard Lord Hornblower, while cruising San Diego Bay.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents were the hosts for a dinner at Brigantine in LaJolla, California.

Following a honeymoon trip to Las Vegas, the bride's parents honored the couple with a local reception at the Hilton-Madison Reception Hall. Music entertainment was provided by the Skeets McWilliams Band. The couple is at home in Brandon.

Spinks-Gatlin

Ashley Calleen Spinks and Ernest Clayton Gatlin III were married February 3 at 11:30 a.m. at First Baptist Church Chapel in Jackson. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lee Spinks. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Clayton Gatlin, Jr. of Madison.

The Rev. Franklin Dawes Pollard officiated. Nuptial music was presented by Andy Swanner, organist, and Kathy Gautier, soloist.

The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a gown of pearl duchesse satin fashioned with a scoop neckline set in shoulder bands and re-embroidered lace on the bodice. The A-line skirt was banded with cut-out re-embroidered Alencon lace flowing at the end.

Her veil of tiers fell from a headband of crystals and pearls. She carried a bouquet of calla lilies, lilacs, stock, freesia, and Versailles roses.

Amy Gay Callon of Natchez was the maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Elizabeth Barefield Powell, Laura Buchanan Owen and Mary Ann Spinks, sister-in-law of the bride, all of Jackson; Heather Brooks Callon of Natchez; Katherine Elizabeth Gatlin of Madison, sister of the bridegroom; Elizabeth Suzanne Dossett of Washington, D.C.; and Emily Anne Breazeale of Alexandria, Virginia.

They wore floor-length ensembles of merlot iridescent taffeta. A-line skirts featuring side inverted pleats complemented the fitted sleeveless tops with jewel necklines or halter cut spaghetti tops. They carried bouquets of bronze and coral colored calla lilies and Rosalini roses.

The bridegroom's father was best man. Groomsmen were William Garner Bush, uncle of the bridegroom, and William Garner Bush, Jr., cousin of the bridegroom, both of Ridgeland; William Bradley Gatlin of Madison, brother of the bridegroom; Stephen Charles Greer II, cousin of the bridegroom, of Jackson; Robert Bradley Spinks, brother of the bride, of Jackson; Jason McRae Wimberly of Jackson; and Cameron St. Clair Guild of Nashville, Tennessee.

The bride's nephew, Leland Garrett Spinks, was the ring bearer. Program attendants were Margaret Merritt LaFoe and Mary Margaret Tardy. Lauren Winston Callon was the stand-in-bride.

After the ceremony the couple was honored with a reception at the University Club. Music was provided by the Harry Berett Jazz Band.

On the eve of the wedding, the bridegroom's parents entertained the wedding party and friends with a dinner at the Jackson Country Club.

The bridesmaids' luncheon was held on the day before the wedding at the home of Cathy White.

After a wedding trip to New Orleans, the couple is at home in Jackson.

Steele-Sessions

Laura Lee Steele and Richard Howard Sessions were married in an afternoon ceremony on September 16, 2000, at First Baptist Church, Jackson. Dr. Franklin Pollard officiated the double-ring ceremony. Nuptial music was provided by Andy Swanner, organist; Betty Jean Patterson, pianist; and Bryan Fuller, Paul Jackson, and Sam Mason, vocalists.

The bride is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Albert Wayne Steele of Jackson. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leland Lloyd Neeper of Longview, Texas, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Andrew Steele of Greenwood. The bridegroom is the son of Dr. and Mrs. Leslie Howard Sessions of Little Rock, Arkansas. He is the grandson of Mr. Richard Raymond Griffin and the late Mrs. Griffin of Magnolia, Arkansas, and Mrs. Leslie Houston Sessions and the late Mr. Sessions of Dumas, Arkansas.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of diamond white silk-faced satin. A crystal accented floral and vine embroidery with a tulle overlay defined the sculptured strapless bodice. From the fitted dropped waistline fell the deep pleated skirt and gathered back sweeping into a chapel-length train. Her veil of tiers of illusion edged in silk organza fell from a tiara of iridescent crystals. She carried a hand-tied bouquet of white roses.

Attending the bride as matron of honor was Shea Sistrunk Fox and maid of honor, Lacey Elizabeth Clay. Bridesmaids were Ashley Marie Acker, Lindsey Rexene Davis, Dorothy Dale Grubbs, Jennifer Erin Miller, Leslie Herring Poole, Katherine Brooks Rosenblatt, and Elizabeth Ann Wilkinson. The attendants wore two-piece black satin gowns. Honorary bridesmaids were Mary Montgomery Bowen Crush, Meredith Lynne Schuck, Julie Louise Sessions, Ann Elizabeth Stewart, and Sarah Elizabeth Walne. The flower girls were Hannah Elizabeth Neeper and Emilee Taylor Smith.

The bridegroom's father was his best man. Groomsmen were Bryan Dale Fuller, John David Fuller, Jonathan Robert Koch, Christopher Michael Parnell, Christopher Leslie Sessions, Spencer Lee Sessions, David Tyler Steele, and Mark Andrew Steele. Ushers were David Russell Butterfield, Kenneth Richard Griffin, Dustin Hunter Hamilton, Paul Michael Jackson, and Daniel Moize Parkinson.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the church with music provided by Harry Barrett's jazz trio.

On the eve of the wedding, the parents of the groom honored the couple with a rehearsal dinner at River Hills Club.

Following a honeymoon in Hawaii, the couple is at home in Jackson.

Still-Crain

As the hot Mississippi sun began to cast its evening shadows and a slight breeze moved through the trees, guests arrived at First Baptist Church in New Albany to celebrate the Christian marriage of Heather Suzanne Still to Matthew Wilson Crain. Dr. Clarence Cooper II performed the ceremony at 6 p.m. on July 28, 2001. The groom's uncle, Jack Lantz of Pasadena, California, presented beautiful nuptial organ music.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Claude Still, Jr. of New Albany. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Edith Randolph and the late Mr. Jack Randolph and Mrs. Opal Still and the late Mr. James Still, all of New Albany. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wesley Crain of Franklinton, Louisiana. His grandparents are the late Mr. and Mrs. Fletcher Smith and the late Mr. and Mrs. William Crain all of Franklinton, Louisiana.

The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a beautiful candlelight strapless silk gown with re-embroidered sutache lace in a floral motif embellished with clear sequins and seed pearls. The waist flowed into a multi-layered skirt and chapel-length train, which was encircled with a deep border of Alencon lace also accented with sequins and pearls. Her heirloom veil of cathedral-length bridal illusion accented with Alencon lace was also worn by her mother. The veil fell from a tiara of Swarovski crystals. Heather carried a bouquet of hand-tied ivory roses.

Attending the bride as maid of honor was her sister, Beckyanne Still. She wore an elegant silver gown with elbow-length satin gloves. Bridesmaids were Claudia Still, sister of the bride; Susan Crain Bonner, sister of the groom; Lisa Biglane; Presley Gainspoletti; Jennifer Flowers; Emily Sole; Rae Ann Francis; Heather Raymond; and Jennifer Brown. They wore formal gowns of pale-pink chiffon with matching elbow-length gloves. Jason Daniel served as best man. Groomsmen were Rob Crain, brother of the groom; Chris Bonner; Jason Leach; Jim McKinney; Brian Cox; Brian Davidson; John Underwood; Justin Brown; and Derrick Procell. Mrs. Diane Tate directed the wedding.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a reception at Oaks Country Club where guests enjoyed fabulous food and musical entertainment by the Paul Rainey Band.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at the Ramada Convention Center in Tupelo.

After honeymooning in the Bahamas, the couple resides in Olive Branch.

Stokes-McReynolds

Sonjia Lynn Stokes and William Russell McReynolds were united in marriage on June 16, 2001, at First Baptist Church in Louisville. Dr. Morris Taylor performed the double-ring ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Wayne Stokes of Louisville. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Billy Lynn Childs of Louisville and the late Mr. James Curtis Childs and the late Mr. and Mrs. Less Stokes, all of Louisville.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Thomas McReynolds, Sr. of Starkville. He is the grandson of Mrs. Jessie Prater Montgomery and the late Mr. Alvin Lavell Montgomery of Starkville, Mrs. Laura McReynolds of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and the late Mr. and Mrs. James Marion McReynolds, Sr. of Starkville.

Mary Ann Ballew, Leah Boydstun, Keith Dowdy, and Laura Arnold performed a program of spiritual music.

The bride, presented in marriage by her father, wore a formal, strapless Anne Barge gown of diamond white satin flowing into a princess line skirt with a chapel-length train. She wore a waltz-length veil of tiered illusion with an accented headband of diamonds and pearls. The bride carried a bouquet of white orchids, calla lilies, Casablanca lilies, and roses.

Attending the bride as maid of honor was Kim Rosamond. Bridesmaids were Shelley Carr; Jolie Eubanks; Manda James; Amy Lambert; Lynda McReynolds, sister-in-law of the groom; Whitney Middleton; and Melanie Reed. Junior bridesmaid was Barbara McMillin. Honorary bridesmaids were Bambi Bagwell, Miranda Childs, Shawna Childs, Katie Stokes, and Cindy Stubblefield. The attendants wore gowns of black chiffon and carried bouquets of white calla lilies.

John McReynolds served his son as best man. Groomsmen were Steve Arnold; Drew Middleton; Tommy Bigham; Cooper Callaway; Billy Doughty; Mark Nobles; Tom McReynolds, brother of the groom; and Barry Steward. John McReynolds III, nephew of the groom, served as ring bearer.

Following the wedding ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a reception at their home. The bride's table, overlaid with a cloth made by the bride's great-grandmother, held a three-layered white wedding cake. The groom's table held a tiered chocolate cake and was beautifully decorated with a colorful array of flowers from the groom's grandmother's garden.

After a trip to Maui and Kauai, Hawaii, the bride and groom are at home in Ridgeland where the groom is completing dental school and the bride is an occupational therapist.

Strebeck-Sellers

The marriage of Staci Michelle Strebeck and David Mark Sellers was a celebration of worship on October 14, 2000, in an afternoon ceremony at Crossgates Baptist Church in Brandon. The double-ring ceremony was officiated by the Reverend Steve Davis of North Augusta, South Carolina. To begin the ceremony, the groom welcomed family and friends on behalf of himself and the bride.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Andrew Strebeck of Decatur. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Wallace L. Duke, Sr. of Jackson and Mrs. Mary Strebeck and the late Mr. Omar Strebeck of Hickory. The groom is the grandson of Mrs. Norma Alfred and the late Mr. Cameron Alfred of Harahan, Louisiana, and the late Mrs. Esther Sellers of Greenfield, Ohio.

Nuptial music was presented by Tommy Creel, organist, of Brandon; Brian Houston, pianist, of Brandon; and Josh Bamberg, trumpeter, of Cleveland. Soloists were Marci Ferguson of Pearl and Steven Barnett of Jackson. Before the ceremony the groom's mother honored the bride and groom with a piano arrangement of "My Tribute."

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of ivory matte satin. The fitted bodice featured a halter neckline top adorned in pearls with a modified basque waistline. An elegant detachable train enhanced the sophisticated sheath skirt. Her double fingertip veil, embellished with pearls and crystals, fell from a headpiece of pearls. The bride carried a hand-held bouquet of hot pink roses tied with French ivory ribbon.

Bridesmaids wore formal gowns of celadon with Sabrina necklines and low draped backs and carried nosegays of jewel-toned flowers. Elaine Summers of Brandon served as maid of honor, and Paula Stogner, also of Brandon, served as matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Katie Davis, Teresa Tucker, and Ronda Patton of Brandon; Erin Bishop, cousin of the bride, of Clinton; Shannon Hardy of Jackson; Alana Weston of Boulder, Colorado; Danielle Fisher of Starkville; and Jennifer Jones of Ridgeland. The groom's father served as best man. Groomsmen were Tommy Creel and Scott Stogner of Brandon; Eric Herrington of Vestavia Hills, Alabama; Robert Mayfield of Clinton; Jamey Nettles of Gastonia, North Carolina; Derek Pouncey of Meridian; Jon Charles Taggart of West Point; and Jeremy Nicholas and Jonathan Sellers, brother of the groom, of Starkville. Stacy Pippin of Hickory presided at the guest register. Program attendants were cousins of the bride, Noele Bishop of Clinton and Mary Kathryn Duke of Hendersonville, Tennessee.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a reception in the church reception hail, while Brian Houston provided music for the reception. On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted an elegant dinner at the Capitol Club with music provided by harpist Susan Lawler.

After a honeymoon in Hawaii, Mr. and Mrs. Sellers are at home in Huntsville, Alabama.

Street-Reid

Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Fay Reid will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on June 7, 2002.

A wedding of much interest throughout Northeast Mississippi was beautifully solemnized at the First United Methodist Church in Ripley on Sunday afternoon, June 7, 1942, at five o'clock in the afternoon, when Miss Frances Elizabeth Street, daughter of the Honorable and Mrs. O. F. Street of Ripley, became the bride of Mr. Marvin Fay Reid, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Reid of New Albany.

A program of nuptial music of the traditional wedding marches was given by Mrs. Shannon Pitner of New Albany, aunt of the bride. Mrs. R. W. Griffith, vocalist, of Ripley (who now resides in Jackson, Mississippi, and has celebrated her hundredth birthday) sang "At Dawning" and "Love, Here Is My Heart." The vows were pledged before a background of wild fern and tall baskets of gladioli set among the greenery, and the white candles in white candelabra cast a soft light over the impressive scene. The Reverend C. L. Rogers, pastor of the church, officiated in the presence of a host of relatives and friends.

All the members of the wedding party wore white. The only touch of color came in the attendants' headdresses and arm bouquets of red carnations tied with white ribbons. Miss Jean Pitner, cousin of the bride, was maid of honor. The bridesmaids were Miss Jane Gurney and Miss Allie Conner of Ripley; Miss Rose Mary Simms of Booneville; and Miss Bessie Katherine Jefferies of Jackson, Tennessee, cousin of the bride. Little Ruth Merritt of Ripley was the flower girl. All wore dresses designed of chantilly lace. The groom's attendants were Mr. Russell Reid, Mr. John Grace, and Mr. Jim Pannell of New Albany; Mr. Shan Clayton, Jr. of Ripley; Mr. Bobby Pitner of Tiplersville; and Mr. Lester Miley of Amory. The bride, given in marriage by her father O. F. Street, was radiantly lovely in a wedding gown of chantilly lace and silk net over bridal satin.

At the present time Fay and Frances live in Ripley at 304 East Pine Street in the house they built over fifty years ago--the house where they reared their two fine boys, the home where friends and family are always welcomed, making Christmas and all other holidays festive occasions for their family and friends. The Reids' children are Marvin Fay Reid, Jr. and John Frank Reid. Marvin resides in Ripley and was married to the late Celeste Sullivan. They have twin daughters who both live in Jackson. Amy Elizabeth is married to Charlie Knighton, and they have two lovely daughters, Abigale Celeste and Celeste Mary. Allison is married to Jeff Fracchia, and they have two fine sons, Michael Reid and Owen Patrick. John Frank, Sr. is married to Martha Ann Slack. They live in Ripley and have two children, John Frank, Jr. and Elizabeth. John Frank, Jr. also lives in Ripley and is married to Heather Chapman. They have a sweet little girl, Mallie Nicole. Elizabeth graduated from Mississippi State University and now lives in Jackson.

Through the years Fay and Frances have both served their church, town, and state in numerous ways. They have touched many lives and have extended themselves sincerely to their family and friends. They have lived a life filled with many blessings, always thankful to God for "the good life" that was given them.

Stubblefield-Bigham

The wedding of Cynthia Stone Stubblefield and John Thomas Bigham was celebrated in the candlelit sanctuary of First Baptist Church, Jackson. The double-ring ceremony was officiated by Dr. Frank Pollard. Nuptial music was presented by James Arrington Goff, organist; Eva Hart, pianist; and Libby Walden, aunt of the bride, vocalist.

The bride is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Graves Crawley Stubblefield, Jr. Her grandparents are Mrs. William Orlando Stone and Mrs. Graves Crawley Stubblefield, Sr. and the late Mr. Stone and Mr. Stubblefield. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Ernest Bigham of Oxford. His grandparents are Mrs. John Thurman Bigham and the late Mr. Bigham and the late Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Dorroh Hunter, Sr.

The bride entered on the arm of her father gowned in matte satin fashioned with a strapless bodice and a natural waistline encircled with a band of jeweled embroidery and small silk flowers from which fell the A-line skirt worn with a detachable chapel-length train. From a crystal tiara fell her veil of tiers of illusion, which extended the length of her train. She carried a loose gathering of bianca and bridal white roses and white freesia, hydrangea, and stephanotis.

Angie Stubblefield, sister of the bride, was maid of honor, and Susan Savell, sister of the bride, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Cully Bakht, Morie Bigham, Laura Bishop, Julie Butler, Meg Edwards, Ashley Kizziere, Jennifer Miciello, Jenny Gipson, Holly Matthews, and Jeremy Neill. Eliza Bigham, niece of the groom, was the flower girl.

William Ernest Bigham, father of the groom, and William Hunter Bigham, brother of the groom, were best men. Groomsmen were Cooper Callaway, Chism Craig, William Doughty, Russ McReynolds, Braden Mims, Mark Nobles, Brett Olson, Jason Parolli, Doug Robbins, Todd Savell, Gray Stubblefield, and David Wier. Reed Bigham, nephew of the groom, was the ring bearer.

Program attendants were Emily Stone, Sarah Stone, Caroline Stone, and Kathryn Walden, cousins of the bride.

Following the ceremony, a trolley carried the bridal party to the Country Club of Jackson where guests danced to the music of Meet the Press.

On the eve of the wedding, the parents of the bridegroom honored the couple with a rehearsal dinner at River Hills Club. The bridesmaids' luncheon was held at the lovely home of Mrs. Bill Stone, aunt of the bride. Other hostesses were Mrs. Don Meiners, Miss Janet Smith, Mrs. Earl Stubblefield, Mrs. Al Stubblefield, and Mrs. Bobby Walden.

On the day of the wedding, the out-of-town guests and bridal party were entertained with a luncheon in the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Martin.

The couple now resides in their new home in Starkville.

Sturgis-Kennedy

Tiffany Brooke Sturgis and Kevin Leigh Kennedy were united in marriage at six in the evening on March 10, 2001, in the chapel of First Baptist Church in Jackson. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Broward Daniel Sturgis of Clinton. The groom is the son of Mr. Donald Kennedy of Madison and Mrs. Linda Collett of Clinton.

The Reverend Dr. Harold Kitchings officiated the double-ring ceremony. A prelude of nuptial music was presented by Carol Durham, pianist and organist; Mala Harris, soloist; and Andrea Roberts, Amy Hantzis, and Alisha Love, vocalists.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a strapless gown of white duchess satin. The fitted bodice was embroidered and accented with pearls, sequins, and crystals. The full satin ball skirt flowed into a chapel-length train and was beautifully detailed with a hem of matching embroidery and pearls. Her shoulder-length veil fell from a headpiece of matching pearls and featured a satin ribbon trim. She carried a nosegay bouquet of bridal white roses, freesia, Casablanca lilies, and stephanotis.

Kacey Shea Harris served as the maid of honor, and Alisha Lott Love served as the matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Mary DeAnne Weimer, Kristin Amelie Dugger, and Mary Brooke Pennington. The attendants wore two-piece strapless gowns of buttercup yellow satin. The flower girl was Morgan Helen Sturgis, sister of the bride.

Tommy Leigh Morgan, Jr. served as the best man. Groomsmen were Timothy Brad Love, Kevin Richard Edwards, Jr., Craig Leonard Kingrea, and Robert Jeremy Byrd. The ring bearer was Matthew Daniel Sturgis, brother of the bride.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a formal dinner reception at Primos Northgate in Jackson. The guests enjoyed an evening of dinner and dancing.

On the eve of the wedding, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Kennedy and Mr. and Mrs. Larry Collett hosted a rehearsal dinner at Colonial Country Club of Jackson. A bridesmaids' luncheon was held in the home of Dalma Moore. Other hostesses were Donna Pierce, Rena Warren, Tern Ford, Diane Malvaney, and Linda Sholar.

Following a Caribbean cruise to Jamaica, Cayman Islands, and Cancun, the couple resides in Jackson where Kevin is a crew chief for the Mississippi Army National Guard at Hawkins Field, and Tiffany is a senior accounting major at Mississippi College.

Sullivan-Arledge

Sherri Elizabeth Sullivan became the bride of Christopher Andrew Arledge in an evening ceremony on Saturday, September 16, 2000, at First United Methodist Church in Cleveland.

The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Barry Stephen Sullivan and the late Dr. Barry Stephen Sullivan of Cleveland. She is the granddaughter of the Mr. and Mrs. Frank Timothy Sullivan and the late Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm Graham Rogers, all of New Albany. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Alexander Arledge of Saucier. He is the grandson of the late Lt. Col. and Mrs. Fred E. Fayard, Jr. of Gulfport and the late Mr. and Mrs. Calhoun M. Arledge of Bay Springs.

Officiating the ceremony were the Reverend Rebecca Youngblood and Reverend Richard Robbins of Hernando. Nuptial music was provided by Mrs. Joyce Sledge, organist; Dr. Keith Pettway, flutist; and Mrs. Beth Rogers, soloist.

The bride, escorted to the altar by her grandfather, wore a princess line gown of pearl white duchess satin featuring a fitted bodice adorned with pearls, Austrian crystals, and beads with pearled straps. The A-line skirt had a chapel-length train trimmed with a wide border matching the bodice. The fingertip veil of illusion fell from a band of matching pearls and crystals. The bride held Casablanca lilies accented with white freesia and tied with sheer French ribbon. Tucked inside were an antique handkerchief and sixpence.

Attending the bride as maids of honor were Susan Michele Sullivan and Anna Catherine Sullivan, sisters of the bride. Bridesmaids were Meg Nowell Harris of Memphis, Tennessee; Jennifer Davis Jones of Greenwood; Laura Elizabeth Rogers of Senatobia; and Abby Kent Thornell of Orlando, Florida. Attendants wore Vera Wang gowns of auberguine duchess satin.

The groom's father served as best man. Groomsmen were Michael Allan Arledge, brother of the groom, of Gulfport; Virgil Case Owens of Wesson; Jonathan Edward Sholtis of Daphne, Alabama; Jerome Garfield Smith III of New Orleans, Louisiana; and James Edward Walker, Jr. of Jackson.

Serving as ushers were Allen Jack Porter of Oxford and William David Rogers of Senatobia.

Following the wedding ceremony, a reception was held at the home of the bride. Guests were entertained by the musical combo More Room.

Following a honeymoon to Caneel Bay Resort on St. John, the couple is at home in Jackson. The bride is a senior medical student at the University of Mississippi. The groom is an attorney with Armstrong, Thomas, Leach, and Lampton in Hazlehurst.

Sumrall-Myers

Suzanne Taylor Sumrall and Christopher Dwight Myers were united in marriage on December 16, 2000, at 5 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Bay Springs.

The bride is the daughter of Julie Taylor Sumrall and Samuel Talmadge Sumrall of Bay Springs. She is the granddaughter of Nell Graves Taylor and Rowan H. Taylor of Jackson and the late Mr. and Mrs. James A. Sumrall of Bay Springs. The groom is the son of Mary Lee Jenkins and the late Larry F. Jenkins of Indianola. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. James 0. Johnson of Inverness and Mrs. Mary Jenkins and the late Mr. Wesley L. Jenkins of Harrison, Arkansas.

Officiating at the ceremony were Reverend James Sprayberry and Reverend Anthony Miller. Providing nuptial music were Cory Corbin, pianist; Heidi Faulk, organist; and Lacy McNeil and Josh Garner, vocalists. Attending the guest registry was Olivia Buffington. Program attendants were Alex Sumrall and Tyler Johnson.

The bride was escorted to the altar by her father and given in marriage by her parents. She chose for her wedding a designer gown of ivory peau de soie satin. The elongated bodice was designed with an off-the-shoulder neckline shaped with long sleeves. Elaborate crystals and pearls accented the Alencon laces that covered the dress. The back of the gown fell to a cathedral-length train accented with the laces and pearling. The bride wore a crystal and pearl headpiece with tiers of ivory silk illusion. She carried a bouquet of white rubium lilies, roses, and freesia accented with Christmas greenery.

Attending her sister as matron of honor was Mandy Russell. Bridesmaids were Brandi Kennedy, Jill Moore, Stacy Rogers, Jessica Warren, and Amy Youngblood. The attendants wore formal gowns of creme matte satin and carried bouquets of champagne roses.

Serving the groom as best man was Steve Painter. Groomsmen were Jody Huerta, Cliff Jenkins, Dwight Lindsay, Jonathan Russell, and Heith Youngblood.

Following the ceremony, the parents of the bride hosted a reception in the fellowship hall of the church. Guests were greeted at the door by Mr. and Mrs. Warren Estes.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's mother honored the wedding party with a rehearsal dinner at the Laurel Country Club. The bridesmaids' luncheon was hosted by Mrs. Nell Taylor and Miss Jean Graves at the Dunhopen Inn in Hattiesburg.

Following a wedding trip to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, the couple is at home in Laurel.

Sumrall-Rushton

Shannon Gayle Sumrall and James Scott Rushton were married September 16, 2000, at Colonial Heights Baptist Church with Dr. Charles Myers officiating.

Parents of the couple are Mrs. Brenda Sumrall Smith, Mr. and Mrs. William Andy Sumrall, and Dr. and Mrs. Fred Wallace Rushton, Jr.

Music for the ceremony was presented by James Goff, organist; Hogan Allen, trumpeter; and Gilda Holbrook, soloist.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of white silk satin. A midriff of embroidered satin edged in soutache braid encircled the natural waistline of the sleeveless bodice, and the full skirt swept into a cathedral-length train of satin. She wore a cathedral-length veil of tiered illusion with satin binding that fell from a pearl and Austrian crystal headpiece. The antique bracelet that she wore was worn by her mother, maternal grandmother, and great-grandmother on their wedding days. She carried a bouquet of bridal roses and miniature calla lilies and a heirloom lace handkerchief given to her by her paternal grandmother.

Frances Lynn McGregor served as maid of honor and Nicole Smith Rhoden served as matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Charlane Hardy, Jennifer Shaffer Miller, Monica Fortune Powers, Rebekab Sumrall Reape, and Marybeth McAuley Ross. Laura Elizabeth Sumrall, cousin of the bride, served as flower girl.

The attendants wore two-piece ensembles of cornflower blue crepe, featuring sleeveless tops with set-in waistlines and floor-length straight skirts. They carried hand-tied bouquets of mixed flowers.

The groom's father served as best man. Groomsmen were Paul Thomas Rushton and Robert William Rushton, brothers of the groom; William Scott Sumrall, brother of the bride; Ross Frederick Bass; Christopher Todd Fulton; Eric Steen Nicholson; and Alex Franklin Ross. Ushers were James Stevens Bean, Edward Aylette Buckner, Brain Adair Powers, and Thomas Scott Rhoden.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a reception at the River Hills Club with music provided by Bob and The Bobcats. On the eve of the wedding, the wedding party along with friends and relatives were honored with a dinner hosted by the bridegroom's parents at their home. They were entertained by the music of Mike and Marty.

The couple is at home in Jackson.

Sykes-McLellan

Natalie Paige Sykes and Owen Allen McLellan were united in marriage at six in the evening on June 2, 2001, at Main Street Baptist Church in Goodman, with Reverend James Culpepper and Reverend Ralph Hunt officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Lamar Sykes of Pickens. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. Alton Andrew Whitehead and the late Mrs. Lula Whitehead Downer of Pickens and the late Mr. Elbert Sykes and the late Mrs. Mary Mayo Sykes of Lexington.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Owen McLellan of West. He is the grandson of Mrs. Lucille Cade Tate and the late Mr. Charles Murley Tate and Mrs. Lora Allen McLellan and the late Mr. Walter Owen McLellan, all of West.

Nuptial music was presented by Dr. Kathy King, pianist; Janet Simpson, organist; and Jan Bunch and Luther Boggan, vocalists.

Escorted by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of silk organza with a fitted bodice featuring a delicate embroidered design. The gathered skirt and sweep train falling from the basque waist were also enhanced by this design. Her veil of tiered illusion was embroidered to complement her gown. She carried a bouquet of garden roses grown especially for the occasion by the groom's cousins, Paul and Pattie Smith of Grenada. The clutch bouquet, featuring the rose French Lace and rosemary for remembrance of the day, was braided with ivory silk cording.

Attending the bride as matron of honor was Jolynn White, sister of the groom. Loria McLellan, sister of the groom, served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Bethany Bridges, Susanne Digby, Stephanie Howell, Heather Quon, Buffy Rone, and Holly Smith. The bride's attendants wore formal gowns of heather French satin. Their clutch bouquets of French lace roses and other seasonal flowers were also braided with ivory silk cording.

The French lace rose, featured in all wedding flowers, was planted by the Smiths for a former McLellan wedding and carefully tended to add a unique touch to the McLellan children's weddings.

Joe Owen McLellan served his son as best man. Groomsmen were Holt Hathcock, Jason Hester, Bryan McKnight, Aaron Morgan, Jeffrey Parkinson, Adam Robinson, and Jason White.

Mary Margaret Johnson and Matthew Majure served as junior attendants.

Following the ceremony the bride's parents hosted a reception at the Holmes County Country Club. Guests enjoyed dancing around the pool to music provided by Sun 16 of Kosciusko.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a formal rehearsal dinner at the Alexander House in West.

Following a wedding trip to St. Thomas, the couple resides in West.