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Walker-Register

First Baptist Church in Clinton was the setting for the September 1, 2001, afternoon wedding of Amanda Nicole Walker and Wesley Dean Register. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gary Lamar Walker of Clinton. Mr. Register is the son of Dr. and Mrs. M. Dean Register of Hattiesburg.

The double-ring ceremony was officiated by Dr. Bill R. Baker and Dr. M. Dean Register with call to worship by Rev. Scott Hall.

Escorted by her father, the bride wore a diamond white designer gown of silk satin and tulle from the Diamond Collection by Randy Fenoli. The corsette bodice with a crescent neckline and plunging back featured spaghetti straps encrusted with crystals and bugle beads. The basque waist with tiny covered buttons extended down the back bodice and swept into a multi-layered tulle skirt. She wore a rhinestone tiara, finished with a cathedral-length veiling of sheer tulle. The bride wore the garter worn by her mother on her wedding day. She carried a European hand-tied bouquet of Akita white roses, Shocking Pink Versillia roses, and Candia roses. The bouquet was accented with a white silk organza ribbon.

Ashley Mercer Quinn served as matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Heather Register Sachs, sister of the groom; Tiffany Thornton Dent; Brittany Wagner Ishee; Brandi Nicole Nation; Ann Elise Flesher; Bethany Lyn Boone; Rebecca Leigh Boudreaux; and Crystal Dawn Elmore, cousin of the bride. Attendants wore floor-length princess line dresses of fuchsia satin designed with low scoop backs. The sweetheart necklines and spaghetti straps were trimmed in matching jewels. They carried hand-tied clutch bouquets of Classy red roses, Shocking Pink Versillia roses, and Livia. The bouquets were embellished with hot pink spray roses and fuchsia alstromeria lilies and finished with galax leaves and fuchsia ribbon that was an exact match to the dresses. Serving as flower girl was Claire Reagan Hall.

Dr. M. Dean Register served his son as best man. Groomsmen were Jody Benjamin Walker, brother of the bride; Thomas McCord Sachs; Matthew Dustin Haley; Marc Joseph Douglas; Troy Alan Gardner; Scott Allan Pfaff; Chad Bowman Cain; and Eugene Lee Linder. Ushers were Michael Wills DiBiase, Richard Elias Shapley, Joshua Randall Brackin, Brent Edward Quinn, Jon Knox Mayfield III, and Michael Paul Lewis.

Tina Suzanne Walker, cousin of the bride, presided over the guest registry. Program attendants were Susan Elizabeth Moak and Stephanie Jill Ogle.

A reception followed at the University Club with music provided by 24-7.

The groom's parents hosted the rehearsal dinner at the Capital Club.

Following a honeymoon trip to Perdido Beach, the couple is at home in Hattiesburg.

Wallace-Burgdorf

Casey Lynn Wallace and Michael Roger Burgdorf were married at six in the evening at Galloway United Methodist Church in Jackson.

Casey is the daughter of Bruce and Cynthia Wallace of Mendenhall. She is the granddaughter of Ray and Audree Moffett of Laurel and Gertrude Wallace and the late James Wallace of Mendenhall. The groom is the son of Regina and Kenneth Sawyer of Sparta, New Jersey, and Roger and Kathy Burgdorf of Morristown, New Jersey. His grandparents are Michael and Amelia Popowich of Fairlawn, New Jersey, and Emma Burgdorf and the late Norman Burgdorf of Evansville, Indiana.

Dr. Sam Morris and Father Dan Murphy officiated the ceremony. Nuptial music was provided by organist, Chris Brunt; trumpeter, Wayne Miller; and soloists, Janet Simpson and Becky Massey. The bride's parents and her mother's siblings sang; "The Lord Bless You and Keep You" as a blessing to the couple.

Escorted by her father, the bride wore a two-piece designer gown of white matte satin. The strapless, corset-style bodice was brocade with silver silk thread and cuffed with hand-sewn pearls and Swarovski crystals. The full A-line skirt flowed into a chapel-length train and both featured a matching brocade band. Designed by the bride's mother, the cathedrallength veil fell from a tiara of crystals and pearls. Her bouquet of white mini-calla lilies, bridal roses, and freesia was accented with grape hyacinths and rhinestone sprays. Tucked within the bouquet was a handkerchief that belonged to the bride's great-grandmother.

Rae Anne Haffey served as matron of honor and Tara Pasco, the maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Jennifer Harris, Leigh Ann Wallace, Becky Walker, Amanda Wolf, Dana Dale, Molly Singletary, Bridgett Chisolm, Rebecca Sawyer, Caitlin Burgdorf, and Aimee Burgdorf.

Best men were David Cashen and Brian Crocco. Groomsmen were David Bucolo, Marc Monohan, John LaBarca, Brock Wallace, Kyle Wallace, Joe Zito, Matthew Hoefling, Kevin Sawyer, Michael Sawyer, and Bryan Sawyer.

Following the ceremony, the couple was escorted in a 1930 Ford Roadster to the reception held at the Old Capitol Inn in Jackson. Music for the reception was provided by the band Snazz. On the eve of the wedding, the Burgdorfs hosted a rehearsal dinner at the University Club. The Sawyers hosted a Sunday brunch at the Old Capitol Inn.

After a two-week honeymoon in Italy, the couple now reside in New Orleans, where he is a resident in general surgery and she is a resident in internal medicine.

Walls-McCoy

Kyla Rebecca Walls became the bride of Mitchell Lamar McCoy on the afternoon of May 26, 2001, at West Heights Baptist Church in Pontotoc. Dr. David Hamilton officiated the double-ring ceremony. Nuptial music was provided by Jenae Weeks, organist; William Waldrop, pianist; and Chuck and Darla Robinson, vocalists.

Parents of the bride are Larry and Joyce Walls. Grandparents of the bride are Luther and Velma Tutor and Evelyn Walls and the late Clyde Walls. Parents of the groom are Marilyn Sappington and Jerry McCoy. Grandparents of the groom are Lamar and Opal McCoy and Lavelle Gates and the late J. D. Gates, all of Pontotoc.

Given in marriage by her parents, the bride wore a strapless gown of white bridal satin. The bodice was embroidered with vertical rows of flowers, pearls, and crystal beads. It featured a dropped waistline accentuated with a scalloped crystal beaded edging. Covered buttons lined the back of the bodice as the A-line skirt swept into a box-pleated semi-cathedral-length train edged in crystal beads. Her finger-tip and semi-cathedral-length veils of tiered illusion were edged in white satin and accented by a half crown band of pearls and crystal beads. She carried a bouquet of white roses and stephanotis tied with French ribbon.

Kim Simmons served her sister as matron of honor and Katy Harmon was maid of honor. Kevin Walls, brother of the bride, was man of honor. Bridesmaids were Sherrye Walls, August Walls, Jessica Walls, Cassie Walls, Alison Umfress, Mandy Tutor, Sarah Tucker, and Robin Hawkins.

Jerry McCoy served his son as best man. The groomsmen were Jim Sappington, Todd Nowlin, Jason Angle, Brian Annett, Spencer Holman, Eric Jennings, Greg Patterson, and Chuck Roye. Ushers included Caleb Walls, Jacob Kidd, and Caleb Kidd. The ring bearer was Blake Davis.

The flower girl was Makenzie Tutor, and the flower boy was B. J. Simmons. The guest of honor was Diane Hegan and the honor attendants were Beth Moeller, Monda Lamb, April Self, and Laurie Kieronski. Brooklyn Walls was the bride's proxy.

Following the ceremony the couple's parents hosted a garden reception at the Pontotoc Community House. Music was provided by harpist Peggy Robinson. On the eve of the wedding the groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at Kirk's Grill in Pontotoc.

Mitch surprised his bride to a honeymoon to Playa del Carmen, Mexico. The McCoys are at home in Johnson City, Tennessee.

Waltman-Sullivan

Angela Courtney Waltman and Christopher Scott Sullivan, both of Pascagoula, were united in marriage on Saturday, April 28, 2001, at First Baptist Church of Pascagoula. Desiring to glorify God, the ceremony signified the couple's love for one another and for their Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Dr. Rex Yancey and the Reverend Dennis Ray Smith officiated the double-ring candlelight ceremony. The service was dedicated to the loving memory of the groom's late father.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Gadson Waitman of Pascagoula. The groom is the son of retired Lieutenant Colonel and Mrs. William Roy Goodwin of Ocean Springs and the late Mr. William Bennett Sullivan of Pascagoula.

Upon the chiming of the hour, the bride entered the church escorted by her father. Given in marriage by her parents she wore a formal gown of candlelight peau de soie with organdy overlay. The gown featured an off-the-shoulder neckline and a fitted and tucked bodice with cap sleeves. The dropped waistline flowed into a chapel-length train. Her fingertip veil of silk illusion fell from a pearl encrusted comb and was edged with satin ribbon. She carried a bouquet of Virginia roses and viburnium tied with French ribbon and wrapped with an heirloom handkerchief made by her mother. Attached to the handkerchief was a diamond pendant that was given to her mother by her father on their wedding day. Her only jewelry was a pair of pearl and diamond earrings, a gift from the groom.

Attending the bride as matrons of honor were Cynthia Bazzone and Beverly Lee. Bridesmaids were Jaime Barfield, Amy Brabston, Mary Etta Jones, Staci Lanier, Kelly Naquin, Jennifer Sumrall, and Jana Watts. Junior bridesmaid was Shrader Mann, and flower girls were Tina Hamm and Lea Anna Watts.

Attending the groom as best men were his father, William Goodwin, and Pat Watts. Groomsmen were the late Larry Goodwin, Dr. Lyndon Goodwin, Mark Sullivan, and Robert Sullivan, all brothers of the groom; Claude Stauter; Lance Waitman, brother of the bride; and Jason Watts. Junior groomsman was William Sullivan and ring bearers were Joshua Sullivan and Joshua Ziebert. Serving as ushers were Randy Haarala, Brent Holifield, Brian Stout, Mark Waitman, and Mark Watts.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a reception on the grounds of Pascagoula's historic Bellevue Longfellow House overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Naman's Catering of Mobile, Alabama, catered the event.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a formal dinner aboard the Starship Dinner Cruise Ship of Biloxi. Following a honeymoon trip to Disney's Grand Floridian Resort in Orlando, Florida, the couple is at home in Pascagoula.

Warriner-Morgan

Amy Barbara Warriner and John Grant Morgan III were united in marriage at five p.m. on May 19, 2001, in an evening ceremony at St. Marks United Methodist Church in Brandon.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas G. Warriner of Brandon. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Elizabeth Potyka of Brandon and the late Mr. Louis J. Potyka. Her paternal grandparents are Mrs. Louis Warriner of Fort Myers Beach, Florida, and the late Mr. Walter G. Warriner.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John G. Morgan II of Brandon. He is the grandson of Mrs. Virginia Coltrin of Hendersonville, North Carolina, and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Coltrin of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. His paternal grandparents are Mrs. Margaret Morgan of Wickenburg, Arizona, and late John G. Morgan.

The Reverend Willis Britt of Hattiesburg officiated the double-ring ceremony. Nuptial music was provided by organist Tommy Hunter and vocal soloist Jan Mullican.

At the chiming of the hour, the bride was escorted by her father. The bride was radiant in a gown adorned with pearls covering the fitted bodice and cascading onto the full tulle skirt that extended into a chapel-length train. Her veil of white illusion fell softly from a comb embellished with orange blossoms from her great-grandmother's wedding veil. She carried an elegant bouquet of cream and white roses wrapped with organza ribbon.

The bride's sisters, Wendy Warriner Russ and Marcy Michelle Warriner, served as matron and maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Kellie Wolfe Warriner, Lisa Kelly Branton, Carrie Ann Crutcher, and Melissa Gail Turgeon. The attendants wore floorlength sheath gowns of periwinkle blue satin adorned with matching blue beading. They carried hand-tied bouquets of white roses and blue hydrangeas.

The groom's father, John Grant Morgan II, served as his son's best man. Groomsmen were Scott Curtis Morgan, Kenneth Thomas Warriner, Walker Francis Hunsicker, Grover Lee Walker IV, and William Webb Warren II.

Completing the wedding party were flower girl Katelyn Anne Coltrin and ring bearer Dakota Craig Jones, cousins of the groom.

The reception hosted by the bride's parents, was held at River Hills Club. The wedding party and guests enjoyed dancing to the lively musical entertainment of the Earth Angels. On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at Fox Bay Clubhouse.

Following a honeymoon cruise to the islands of the southern Caribbean, the couple now resides in Jackson where the groom is employed by Ergon as an engineer.

Watts-Baltz

Rosa Luann Watts and Matthew Herrick Baltz were united in marriage April 7, 2001, at six in the evening at Improve Baptist Church in Columbia.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Michael Watts and the granddaughter of Ruth Davis and the late Frank Davis and Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Watts, all of Columbia. Mrs. Shirley Burkett of Columbia served as honorary grandmother. The groom is the son of Dr. and Mrs. Don Baltz of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Baltz of Austin, Texas, and the late Marian Fewell and Mr. Henry Herrick and the late Julie Herrick of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

The ceremony was officiated by Rev. Don Lum of Clinton, and a prayer was given by Rev. Ron Burch of Columbia. Scripture reading was presented by Melissa Inman of Apex, North Carolina. A beautiful program of music was provided by Ellen Hawkins, organist; Blame Wall, pianist; Brad Day, trumpeter; and soloists Carol Myers, Robin Matulich, and Reuben McDowell. The wedding ceremony was directed by Debbie Watts Russell, cousin of the bride.

Escorted by her father, the bride wore a white A-line gown designed by Private Collection. The gown featured spaghetti straps and bodice fully embossed with seed pearls, Alencon lace, and sequins. The bottom of the gown was also fully embossed with seed pearls, Alencon lace, and sequins matching the design on the bodice of the gown. The gown also featured a semi-cathedral-length train. The bride's nosegay consisted of bridal blush roses and white daisies.

Attending the bride as maid of honor was Shea Herrington. Bridesmaids were Leigh Abbey, Kim Bass, Jamye Davis, Sara Federico, Anna Mary Harrison, Lori Hughes, Kimberly Stevenson, and Caroline Weems. Flower girls were Kelly Grace Ingram and Laken Morris. Attending the guest registry was Kimberly Bell Hoffer.

Serving as best man was Brian Cohn. Groomsmen were Chad Caillet, Brian Federico, Michael Federico, Jeff Lupo, Jared Martin, Brady Mills, Karr Shannon, and Jeff Watts. Jon Luke Watts, cousin of the bride, served as ring bearer. Serving as ushers were John Watts, Carter Hitt, and Rhaoul Guillaume. Candle lighters were Brett Ingram and Derrick Bell.

Following the ceremony, a beautiful reception was held in the fellowship hail of the church. Reception coordinators were Carol Myers of Columbia and Charlotte Gregory of Thomaston, Georgia. On the eve of the wedding, a rehearsal dinner was hosted by the groom's parents at the Brandon House in Columbia.

Following a honeymoon in Jamaica, the couple now resides in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.

Wax-Nicholas

Sarah Emily Wax and Jeremy Dale Nicholas were married in a candlelight ceremony on the evening of December 16, 2000, at First United Methodist Church, Starkville.

The bride is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Charles Wax. She is the granddaughter of Lorene Wax, the late John Wax, and the late Harris and Emmalee Holland.

Parents of the groom are Mr. and Mrs. Dale Nicholas. He is the grandson of Wallace and Mary Pruitt, Lois Nicholas, and the late Cecil Nicholas.

Rev. Bill Beavers officiated the double-ring ceremony. Nuptial music was provided by organist, Nora Sills; violinist, Diane Ford; and pianist, Lauren Zumwalt. Twyla Hurst and Tammy Miles sang "O Holy Night," "Jesu Bambino," and "Household of Faith."

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of white Italian satin. The fitted bodice appliqued with intricate beadwork and pearls featured cap sleeves and a deep scoop neckline. The bodice fell onto a basque waist that flowed into a full cathedral-length train embellished with beadwork.

Her cathedral-length, two-layer veil of illusion was edged with satin and accented with a delicate headpiece of rhinestones and pearls. The bride carried a nosegay of white roses, stephanotis, and larkspur.

Amelia Killcreas served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Tyler Finklea, Tiffany Gaines, Rebecca Jones, Marcee Perkins, Emily Wilkins, and Leslie Williams. They wore two-piece gowns featuring black velvet, off-the-shoulder tops, and silver silk ball gown skirts. Each carried a bouquet of hand-tied white roses and Christmas greenery.

The father of the groom served as best man. Groomsmen were Keith Grubbs, Eric Herrington, Jeremy Jackson, Michael Parker, Derek Pouncey, Mark Sellers, and David Wax, brother of the bride.

Following the ceremony, a candlelight reception was held at the church. Piano music was provided by Katie Abril. Circulating hostesses were Ann Walker, Nebbie Maslin, Kay Verrall, Sharon Monaghan, Martha Brodnax, Barbara Bouchillion, Ann Ezell, Sherry Fowler, Nancy Griffis, Joy Hill, Mona Howell, Connie Templeton, Martha Ruth Parvin, and Nanette Gholston.

On the eve of the wedding, the parents of the groom entertained with a rehearsal dinner at Etc. A wedding day brunch for the bride was hosted by Diane Ford, Lillajo Ford, and Anne Wilkins. A wedding day luncheon for the groom was hosted by Nancy Griffis, Sharon Monaghan, Barbara Bouchillion, and Lady Mary Thompson.

Following a wedding trip to Vermont, the couple is at home in Dalton, Georgia.

Webb-Hoda

The wedding celebration uniting Jill Elaine Webb and Nicholas Elwin Hoda was held at the Crystal Springs United Methodist Church on June 9, 2001, at 6 o'clock in the evening. Reverend Cary Stockett officiated the double-ring ceremony. A special scripture selection was read by Will Rambo.

The bride is the daughter of Hugh and Debbie Webb. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Wright and the late Mrs. Earnestine Murray and the late Mr. Edgar Webb. Parents of the groom are E. J. and Tina Hoda. He is the grandson of Mrs. Johnnie Anderson and the late Mr. Anderson and the late Mr. and Mrs. ElwinJ. Hoda. Special guests were Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Prine.

A beautiful program of music was presented by Mrs. Cindy Assink, pianist; Mrs. Edith Kitchens, organist; and Carter Pevey and Katherine McArthur, vocalists.

The bride was escorted to the altar and given in marriage by her father. Her two-piece designer gown of duchesse satin featured a bodice with spaghetti straps and was encrusted with tiny pearls and Austrian crystals. The A-line skirt had a matching border of pearls and Austrian crystals at the hem and buttons, also of pearls and Austrian crystals, which extended to the end of the sweep train. She wore a fingertip veil of silk illusion edged in satin, which fell from a jeweled tiara of pearls and rhinestones. The bride wore opera-length gloves and her mother's pearl necklace and earrings. She carried a bouquet of white gerbera daisies hand tied with white organza ribbon. Tucked inside her bouquet, she carried a handkerchief which the groom's mother carried in her wedding.

Maid of honor was Kristie Prine. Bridesmaids were Allison Beazley, Anna Guynes, Katherine McArthur, Katherine Ricks, Stefanie Smith, and Leigh Anne Walker.

Flower girls were Elizabeth Tanner, cousin of the bride, and Hannah Murdock, cousin of the groom.

Serving the groom as best man was his brother, Jonathan Hoda. Groomsmen were Sean Monte; Bryan Poole; Kristopher Booker, cousin of the bride; Josey Jordan, cousin of the groom; Matthew Kalahar; and Kristoffer Findley. Ring bearers were Stewart Tanner, cousin of the bride, and Jackson Murdock, cousin of the groom. Ushers were Alan Boone, Marcus Mullis, William Campbell, and Andrew Ricks.

Following the wedding, a reception was held at Rolling Hills Country Club.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted the rehearsal dinner at Rolling Hills Country Club.

After a wedding trip to Ocho Rios, Jamaica, the couple is residing in Starkville. Jill will begin her second year teaching at Sudduth Elementary, and Nick is enrolled as a doctoral candidate in the school psychology program at Mississippi State University.

Weems-Feldmayer

Margaret Wheeler Weems and Robert Joseph Feldmayer were united in marriage on May 5, 2001, at Oxford-University United Methodist Church. Rev. Warren C. Black, Jr. and Rev. Marjorie Murry Buckley officiated the double-ring ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Alvin Weems of Oxford. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. And Mrs. Charles Surratt Mitchell of Corinth and the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert Samuel Weems of Forest and Jackson. The groom is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Frederick Feldmayer of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Joseph McKenna of County Cork, Ireland, and the late Mr. and Mrs. William Feldmayer of Stuttgart, Germany.

Given in marriage by her mother and father, the bride wore a gown of white bridal satin featuring a square neckline, V-cut back, short sleeves, and a sweep train adorned in hand-beaded and embroidered Venise lace. Her fingertip veil of tiered illusion was scattered with miniature pearls and rhinestones, and she carried a bouquet of roses, gardenias, freesia, and lisianthus hand-tied with lace from her mother's wedding dress. She wore the engagement ring belonging to her maternal grandmother, Pauline Wheeler Mitchell.

Matron of honor was Elizabeth Hill Flowers. Bridesmaids were Catheryne Grant Bruno, Michelle Hewitt Rolfe, Jill Victoria Klosky, and Brittani Ann Cychowski. Attendants wore gowns of ice blue satin and carried clutches of lavender tulips, green snowball viburnum, sweet peas, white roses, and blue muscari.

Best man was Stanley Michael Cychowski. Groomsmen were Robert Mitchell Weems, brother of the bride; James Klosky; and Marvin Melton. Ring bearers were Bobby and Christopher Feldmayer, sons of the groom. Readers were Cecilia Barnes and Betty Weems Clarkson, aunt of the bride. Organist was Jason Derrick, and vocalists were Lee Uhlhorn and Riki Matsufuji. Ushers were Joseph, Daniel, and Eric Feldmayer.

A luncheon reception was held afterwards at the Downtown Grill. Guests were greeted by Miriam Wilson Weems, aunt of the bride. Keren Everett Wells designed the three-tiered, all white bride's cake, and Myla Williams made the groom's cake, which was decorated with the United States Marine Corps initials and "Semper Fidelis" motto.

The bride and groom are deeply grateful to their parents, Bob and Janis Weems, for making their wedding day so beautiful, meaningful, and unforgettable. Following a honeymoon in Florida, the couple resides in Memphis.

Wells-Sherer

Leah Rebecca Wells and Joshua Jeremiah Sherer were united in marriage on December 30, 2000, at six in the evening at Lakeshore Congregational Methodist Church in Jackson.

Reverend David Watson and Reverend Lance Sherer presided over the double-ring ceremony with nuptial music presented by Janette Bock, organist; Dr. Sam Bruce, trumpeter; and Diane Odom, pianist. Vocalists were Benton Ingram, Kevin Goins, Lana Goins, and Shannon Hardy.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David E. Wells of Jackson. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Preston C. Foose, Jr. of Jackson and the late Reverend Lewis V. Wells and the late Mr. and Mrs. Fred G. Sones of Jackson. Serving as honorary grandparents were Dr. and Mrs. Onous J. Wells, Jr. of Crystal Springs. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Stephen H. Sherer of Jackson. He is the grandson of the late John P. Goza and Auri Bell Goza and the late David Sherer and Bell Frances Sherer.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride was radiant in a strapless designer gown of ivory matte satin. Hand-sewn seed pearls and Austrian crystals embellished the fitted bodice, which cascaded into the A-line skirt and semi-cathedral-length train. Her cathedral-length veil of diamond silk illusion was scattered with pearls and crystals falling from a headpiece of pearls and Austrian crystals. She carried a bouquet of white angel roses collared with feathery plumosia greenery.

Serving as matron of honor was the groom's sister-in-law, Cameron Sherer. Maid of honor was Shannon Hardy. Bridesmaids were Robyn Cranford, Nycole Ingram, Lindsey Sherer, Tobi Sherer, Kristy Trejo, and Sabrina Turnbow. Junior bridesmaid was Rachael Burrow. The attendants were stunning in floor-length strapless gowns of black crepe and carried bouquets of white angel roses. Flower girls were Sarah Burrow, Logan Dukes, and Morgan Hillman. They wore matching dresses of ivory matte satin carrying ivory baskets of rose petals.

Serving his son as best man was Stephen Sherer. Groomsmen were Matthew Burrow, Tripp Douglas, Christopher Etheridge, Alan Fagan, Dusty Haley, Benton Ingram, Shelby Kuhn, Brandon Parker, and Justin Sherer. Junior groomsman was Conner Self. Ring bearers were Stephen Sherer and Garrett Dukes.

Attending the guest book was Bonita Mendenhall. Program attendants were Amanda Boozer, Cayla Etheridge, and Lindsay McNair. Reception attendants were Lone Baird, Jill Hardy, Lisa Moss, Kayla Odom, Kristen Odom, and Adrienne Smith.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a reception at the Edison Walthall Hotel. Guests were entertained and danced to the sounds of Hunter and the Gators.

Following their honeymoon to Las Vegas, Nevada, the couple makes their home in Clinton.

Westbrook-Plummer

Miss Cynthia Alisha Westbrook and Joseph Thomas Plummer, Jr., were united in holy matrimony on March 10, 2001, at the First Baptist Church in Gulfport. The sanctuary was lit by candelabra and filled with the fragrance of magnificent arrangements of roses, gardenias, and lilies.

Parents of the couple are Dr. and Mrs. Arthur Morris Matthews, Jr., the late Julius Dudley Westbrook, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Thomas Plummer, Sr., and Ms. Betty Ann Peters.

Grandparents of the bride are the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry A. Ward, Mr. and Mrs. James Kelly, and the late Braxton Nunnally. Grandparents of the groom are Mr. C. M. Plummer, Sr., Ms. Sally Brewer, Ms. Jennie Peters, the late Mr. James Peters, and Mrs. Joe J. King.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore an elegant original gown of white silk satin-faced organza and silk tulle designed by Vera Wang. The silhouette of the gown was a dropped bodice and a full circle skirt. The bodice was composed of draped tulle caught with an embroidered floral motif of platinum and white and was accented with pearls and crystals. Fabric buttons extended down the bodice and entire length of the train.

Attending the bride as matrons of honor were Shan Colletta and Claire Papizan. Bridesmaids were Priscilla Gibson, Melissa Home, Rochelle Harkins, Kelsie Harkins, Shannon Falls, Rachel Patterson, Nicole Gilbert, Elizabeth McCormick, and Ten Miles. The attendants wore Alfred Angelo strapless satin beaded bodices with flowing silk demi-train gowns in blush. The adorable Felicia Monk was the flower girl.

The bridegroom's father, Joseph Thomas Plummer, Sr., served as best man. Groomsmen were Dudley Westbrook, Paul Harkins, Matt Harkins, Cliff Home, Kevin Ramage, Tony Wheeler, Jeff Breal, Clint Swanzy, Mike Colletta, and Chris Papizan. Matt Matthews, Chad Thomas, Will Symmes, Cowles Symmes, Joel Smith, Alan Red, Joel Carter, Ryan Webb, and Jamie Miller served as ushers. Thomas Wayne Home was the precious ring bearer.

Following the ceremony, guests were invited by the bride's parents to join in the gala celebration at the Beau Rivage Resort. The Today's Band began the entertainment for the evening's celebration, and Doctor Rock and the Interns rounded out the affair.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at the Great Southern Club. After a wedding trip to Ocho Rios, Jamaica, the couple will reside at home in Gulfport.

Whitaker-Price

Johnna Leigh Whitaker and Adam Marshall Price were united in marriage at Temple Baptist Church in Hattiesburg on the evening of July 28, 2001. The parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. John Edward Whitaker III of Hattiesburg and Mr. and Mrs. Norman Marshall Price of McComb. The bride is the granddaughter of Mrs. Miriam Hardy of Philadelphia and the late Mr. Thomas Hardy and the late Mr. and Mrs. John Whitaker, Jr. The groom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Wade of Pensacola, Florida, and the late Mr. Cecil Ellison and Mrs. Cloe Morris of Sylacauga, Alabama, and the late Mr. Gene Price.

The double-ring ceremony was officiated by Dr. M. Dean Register. Musical selections were presented by Beverly Barton, organist; Patty Upton, pianist; Joanna McClellan, vocalist; Brett and Alesia Valentine, vocalists; and Mark Hatch, trumpeter. Scripture was read by Linda Shook.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore an elegant gown of duchesse satin with a chapel-length train. The strapless princess design featured embroidery and intricate beadwork with touches of silver. She wore a coronet of pearls and sequin beading which held a veil of tiered illusion trimmed with satin. Her strand of pearls was begun for her at birth by her maternal grandmother. The bride carried a cascading bouquet of hydrangeas, Bianca roses, miniature calla lilies, and delphinium with her paternal grandmother's handkerchief tucked inside the flowers.

Dawn Geary served as maid of honor, and Melanie Whitaker, sisterin-law of the bride, served as matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Bethany Boyles, Joanna McClellan, Stephanie Mixon, and Dana Young. The attendants wore floor-length periwinkle two-piece ensembles and carried colonial nosegays of hydrangeas, fuchsia alstroemerici, and miniature calla lilies accented with solidago and montecasino. Flower girls were Carlee Price; Kalee Sturdivant, cousin of the bride; and Caroline Whitaker, niece of the bride.

The groom's father served as best man. Groomsmen were Allen Gavin; Charles Hardin, cousin of the groom; Aaron Price, brother of the groom; Brad Whitaker, brother of the bride; and Damon Williams. The ring bearer was Alexander Price, brother of the groom. Ushers were Jeffery Jacobs and Jonathan Shook.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at Crawford House and Gardens. A reception at Hattiesburg Country Club followed the ceremony with musical entertainment by D. B. and the Yes Men. After a Caribbean cruise, the couple resides in McComb.

Whitehead-Woods

Rebecca Marie Whitehead of Brandon became the bride of Matthew Douglas Woods in a candlelight ceremony at First Baptist Church of Brandon on August 11, 2001, with Dr. Gene Henderson officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Whitehead of Brandon. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Ethel Montgomery and the late Mr. James Montgomery of Brandon and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Whitehead of Jackson. The groom is the son of Dr. and Mrs. Douglas Woods of Forest. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Gaddis of Forest and Mr. and Mrs. Roger Woods of Holly Springs.

Pianist Connie Salters and organist Leesa Wilkerson presented the prenuptial music. Carter and Tasha Gaddis sang "All Ask of You," and Tasha Gaddis sang "The Lord's Prayer."

Rebecca, presented in marriage by her father, wore an elegant gown of white silk. The strapless fitted bodice flowed into a full skirt with a cathedral-length train bordered with hand-sewn crystals and pearls. A crystal and pearl tiara held the bride's tiered veil of illusion edged in tiny satin ribbon. Her traditional bouquet cascaded with white roses and stephanotis. Rebecca chose to honor her grandmothers by wearing heirloom pins given to her by them; one of which had been her great-great-grandmother's.

Attending as maid of honor was Allison Carter. Bridesmaids were Whitney Adams, Audra Hawkins, Melanie Hudson, Julie Kennedy, Karl Street, and Elizabeth Woods. The attendants wore sage green chiffon dresses with fitted bodices that flowed into full skirts. Each carried a hand-tied bouquet of pink roses.

Shea Carter was an honorary bridesmaid. Program attendants were Kimberly Collins and Alyson Thompson. Registry attendants were Lindsey Powers and Katie Stoltman.

Dr. Douglas Woods served as his son's best man. Groomsmen were Casey Baker, Carter Gaddis, Jason Henderson, Jason McKnight, Bob Whitehead, Freddie Woods, and Preston Woods. Terrie and Amber Whitehead served as flower girls. Master Colby Gaddis and Master Zackary Rowell served as ring bearers.

A reception was held at the lake home of the bride's parents. Edward and Sandra Rainer and Larry and Barbara Benton greeted arriving guests. Servers were Lisa and Sara Cross, Melissa Mclntrye, Tracy Gaddis, and Hillary Craddock. The bride's father, at her request, had prepared his special southern barbecue to complement the caterer.

After a honeymoon to Alaska and Canada, the couple is at home in Memphis.

Whitestone-Hopping

Erika Lynne Whitestone and Michael David Hopping were married in an evening candlelight ceremony September 16, 2001, at St. George's Episcopal Church, in Germantown, Tennessee. Father Peter Hawes officiated the ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Gordon Whitestone of Germantown, Tennessee. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Warren Hopping of Canton.

The bride was given in marriage by her father. She wore an off-the-shoulder formal gown of ivory Italian silk. The bodice was elegantly detailed with seed pearls, iridescent sequins, and crystal beading. The gown swept into a chapellength train formed of clusters of crystal beading and had a cathedral-length veil of tiers overlaying the train. The veil fell from a tiara headpiece of pearls and iridescent sequins, which was handmade to complement the gown.

A antique linen handkerchief from England, belonging to the bride's grandmother and mother, which they carried in their weddings, was carried by the bride, along with an English bouquet of Virginia roses with Hypericium berries whose stems were wrapped in silk with a pearl stud.

Mrs. Heather McCallum, cousin of the bride, was the matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Natalie Whitten, Lacey Smith, Julie Oldham, Heather Klein, Meg Mann, Mandy Wright, Allison Barrett, Whitney Dinkins, and Susie Driver.

The bridesmaids wore elegant mocha strapless gowns with sheer burgundy overlays by designer Jim Hjelm. They carried Laguna Roses with Hypericium berries accented with a burgundy gossamer sheer ribbon.

The bridegroom's father was the best man. Groomsmen were Bryan Hopping, Greg Hopping, Matthew Hicks, Ben Alyward, Sam Mars, Gabe Baldwin, David Rula, Clay Summerford, and Chris Whitestone.

Ushers were Jeremy Lamb, Russell Soloman, and Stuart Hederman.

Flower girls were Miss Tessa Vera and Miss Sarah Gomillion. Attendants were Miss Melissa Prichard and Miss Amanda Choate.

Following the ceremony the bride's parents hosted a reception at the Germantown Country Club in Germantown, Tennessee. Entertainment was provided by The Jerry Finney Band. Flowers were provided by Bergerson Flower Shop of Memphis, Tennessee. All photography was provided by Dennis Zanone of Zanone Photography, and Cakes by Lucy's of Collierville, Tennessee, provided the wedding cakes of the bride and groom. Also, the bride's parents had Italian Prosecco Champagne flown in from Venice, Italy, to toast the bride and groom's new beginning together.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents entertained the wedding party with a formal rehearsal dinner at the Peabody Hotel of Memphis, Tennessee.

The couple was honored with numerous prenuptial parties and showers in Germantown, Tennessee, Canton, and Oxford.

After a wedding trip to Curacao in the Caribbean, the couple now resides in Cordova, Tennessee.

Whitfield-Prebola

Cindy Carol Whitfield and John Leonard Prebola, Jr. were united in marriage at 5 p. m. on August 25, 2001, at First Baptist Church, Starkville. Miss Whitfield is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. David L. Whitfield of Starkville. Mr. Prebola is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Lester Pearson of South Amboy, New Jersey.

The bride wore a dress of white duchess satin trimmed with Alencon lace in a floral motif. Bugle beads and pearls accented the fitted bodice, sleeves, and chapel-length train. The bride wore her mother's pearl necklace and earrings. She carried a bouquet of white roses, irises, and Hawaiian stephanotis accented with pearls.

Jenny Nevle, sister of the bride, of Highlands Ranch, Colorado, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Bridget Benton; Joanna Brockhoff; Rebecca Prebola, sister of the groom; and Melanie Wages. The attendants wore long, cobalt blue dresses with bolero jackets. They carried bouquets of bright mixed flowers in red, yellow, blue, and white.

Best man was Matt Doherty of Lawrenceville, New Jersey. Groomsmen were Jason Fisher; Mark Nevle, the bride's brother-in-law; Alex Remington; and Kevin Scalera.

Arrangements of arched and spiral candelabra filled the choir loft. Pillar candles were used on the communion table, and candles in hurricane globes accented the windows. Arrangements of mixed flowers and greenery were used throughout the sanctuary.

Dr. Ray Harris of Booneville played a selection of sacred music prior to the ceremony and accompanied Melanie Jennings, vocalist. Darlene Simpson of Blacksburg, Virginia, wife of the bride's major professor, played a special piano selection.

Serving as wedding coordinator was Elizabeth Hurst of Starkville. A reception was held at Plymouth Bluff Center in Columbus. Circulating hostesses were Margaret Bateman, Joyce Burt, and Sheila Flurry. Robin Anderson of Niceville, Florida, presided at the guest registry. Servers included Kelli Anthony of Tuscaloosa; Amy Cowan of Sterling, Virginia; Regina Franks of Saltillo; and Carolyn Dear and Melody Dewberry of Starkville.

The groom's parents hosted a barbecue and shrimp rehearsal dinner on Friday evening. Doss Brodnax, Carolyn Dear, Jerry Inmon, Webb Jennings, Mark Nevle, Tom Scarbrough, Earl Stennis, and Robert Webster prepared the meat. On Saturday, a bridesmaids' brunch was hosted by Connie Templeton, Nell Deweese, and Constance Walker in the Templeton home. Warren and Marion Couvillion, Doss and Martha Brodnax, Margaret Bateman, and Charles and Sandra Powe hosted a groomsmen's luncheon at the Couvillion home.

Miniature Mississippi State cowbells were rung as the couple left for their honeymoon to Maine, the bride wearing her mother's going-away dress from thirty-four years before. The Prebolas are at home in Tullahoma, Tennessee, where both are employed as engineers at Arnold Engineering Development Center.

Whittington-Ervin

Amy Elizabeth Whittington and Matthew Stephen Ervin were united in holy matrimony on August 4, 2001, at two in the afternoon at Colonial Heights Baptist Church in Jackson. The Reverend Jim Randall officiated the double-ring ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Ross Adrian Whittington of Madison. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Ervin of New Orleans.

Nuptial music was provided by Mrs. Ethelyn Zimmerman, pianist, and Ruth Keyes, organist. Vocalists were Peggy Walker, Ashley and Crull Chambless, and Clark Grantham.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a gown designed by Amsale. Silk-faced satin overlaid with gossamer tulle fashioned the strapless bodice. Beaded Alencon appliques defined the neckline and basque waistline, from which fell the full skirt of tulle encircled at the hemline with beaded lace. Her cathedral-length veil of tiers of illusion edged in an organza band fell from a tiara of pearls and crystals. She carried a bouquet of miniature calla lilies, Virginia roses, stock, and freesia, all hand-tied by her aunt, Mrs. Vivian Boyd.

Kirsten Devore served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Peggy Walker, Heather Manning, Tiffany Green, Elizabeth Crews, Dana Neal, and Leah Boyd, cousin of the bride. Junior bridesmaid was Rebecca Hankins, cousin of the groom. They wore two-piece ensembles of aubergine matte satin with strapless tops shirred at the waistline and caught with rhinestone buttons. The tops were worn with floor-length A-line skirts. They carried bouquets of lavender roses, stock, freesia, and caspia. Serving as flower girls were Madison and Macy Burachio, cousins of the bride.

The best man was the groom's father, Johnny Ervin. Groomsmen were Mark Ervin, brother of the groom; Austin Whittington, brother of the bride; Steven Anderson; Jonathan Devore; Jeremy McMahan; and Wes Tankersley. Junior groomsman was Drew Whittington, brother of the bride.

The reception, hosted by the bride's parents, was held in the fellowship hall, which was beautifully decorated using a garden theme. The reception was catered by Fran Ginn of In Good Taste. A Daisy A Day's Tom McIntyre was the floral designer.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a lovely rehearsal dinner at the Country Club of Jackson. Earlier in the day, a bridal luncheon was held in the home of Mrs. Douglas Hester.

After a honeymoon trip to Cozumel, Mexico, the couple is at home in Oklahoma City.

Whitwell-Christensen

In a candlelight ceremony on July 28, 2001, Jennifer Monroe Whitwell and Paul Calvin Christensen were united in marriage at the First United Methodist Church of Tupelo.

The bride is the daughter of the Reverend Doctor and Mrs. John Frederick Keller of Hilton Head, South Carolina, and Dr. and Mrs. Earl Emerson Whitwell of Tupelo. Grandparents of the bride are the late Mr. and Mrs. Otho Austin Monroe of Tupelo and the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Warlick Whitwell of Senatobia. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Frank Christensen of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. His grandparents are the late Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Halverson of Camp Douglas, Wisconsin, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Chester Edmond Christensen of Tomah, Wisconsin.

The Reverend Doctor John Keller, stepfather of the bride, performed the double-ring ceremony. Wedding music was presented by Beverly Clement, organist; Peggy Robinson, harpist; the String Quartet of the South; and Vanessa Whitwell, vocalist, sister-in-law of the bride.

Escorted by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of natural white French satin. Her fitted bodice fashioned with cap sleeves was hand-embroidered with crystals. The full A-line skirt fell from a banded waistline to a chapel-length train. She wore a petite tiara of crystals and pearls with a silk tulle veil. Her bridal bouquet was a French hand-tied design of white bridal roses and lily-of-the-valley. Her mother's antique lace handkerchief was tucked inside.

Mary Bowman served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Jennifer Branim Sara Dorris, Kathy Kitchen, Sims Polk, Lisa Sandroni, and Vanessa Whitwell. Junior bridesmaid was Samantha Whitwell, sister of the bride. They wore creme A-line dresses in crepe accented with French satin detailing. The bridesmaids carried hand-tied bouquets of yellow Ambience roses, blue delphinium, and white stock.

The best man was Robert Smith. Groomsmen were Ronald Byers, Lee Fesko, Michael Hicks, David Kitchen, Chris Rice, and Andrew Whitwell, brother of the bride. Doug Moorman, nephew of the groom, was the junior groomsman.

Receiving and registering guests at the church were Traci Byers and Terri Moorrnan, sisters of the groom.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the Tupelo Country Club. Guests enjoyed the music of the Hunter Gibson Band.

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

Following a honeymoon trip to Florida, the couple resides in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Wicker-McRae

Jennifer Lee Wicker and John Colin McRae were united in marriage at six-thirty in the evening on Saturday, October 21, 2000, at Main Street United Methodist Church, Hattiesburg. The ceremony was officiated by The Rev. David Price, The Rev. Clint Gill, and The Rev. Dr. Richard Fenton Wicker, uncle of the bride.

Nuptial music was provided by Ed Walker, organist; Mrs. Joe Evans, pianist; and the Bosoag String Quartet. Vocalists were Donna Runnels and Meg Mc Whorter.

The bride is the daughter of Dr. Carrol Wicker-Sumrall of Oxford, and the late Dr. Ralph Thomas Wicker. Her grandparents are Mrs. Richard Fenton Wicker and the late Mr. Wicker of Potts Camp, and Mr. and Mrs. George Brown Major and the late Mrs. Helen King Major of Port Royal, South Carolina.

Parents of the groom are Mr. and Mrs. Frank Edwin McRae, Jr. of DeKalb. His grandparents are Mrs. Andrew Gilbert McLeary of DeKalb and the late Mr. McLeary and the late Mr. and Mrs. Frank Edwin McRae, Sr. of DeKalb.

The bride was given in marriage by her brother, John David Wicker, and uncle, Dr. William Walter Wicker.

Sister of the bride, Emily Dunn Wicker, served as maid of honor. Attending as bridesmaids were Sheila Marzoni Bossier of Jackson, Janelle Emily Hyde of Madison, Susan Emerson Kendall of Vicksburg, Helen Brewton Lee and Melissa Warren McGee of Hattiesburg, and Carrie Wade Rester of Biloxi. Leigh Adrienne Ingram and Elizabeth Ann McCullen, both of Hattiesburg, were flower girls. Ann Bryant McCullen of Hattiesburg served as the bride's proxy. Wedding coordinator was Susan Taylor Miller of Hattiesburg.

Frank Edwin McRae, Jr. served as his son's best man. Attendants were William Edward Gravlee of Dallas; Bryan Gregory Ikerd of Memphis; Frank Edwin McRae III, brother of the groom, of West Point; Richard Andrew McRae, brother of the groom, of Atlanta; Jimmy Rogers Thomas of Scooba; and David Gillespie Stephenson and Charles Bradley Woodall of Meridian.

Communion servers were David Barr and Tim Allred of Meridian, Mr. and Mrs. Joey Fountain of Ocean Springs, and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Humphreys of Hattiesburg.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the Hattiesburg Country Club where guests were entertained by the big band sounds of The Classics and pianist Brian Blair.

On the eve of the wedding, the parents of the groom hosted "Dinner on the Bridge" on the Tom Rhea Phillips Family's covered bridge in Hattiesburg.

Mrs. Marcus Hogan and Mrs. David McCullen hosted a bridesmaids' luncheon on the Friday before the wedding at the home of Mrs. Hogan. A brunch for out-of-town guests and the wedding party was held the morning of the wedding at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Lewis Hatten. Co-hosts were Dr. and Mrs. Lynne Rhodes, Mr. and Mrs. Gray Swoope, and Dr. and Mrs. Stoney Williamson.

Following a honeymoon trip to Jamaica, the couple is at home in Meridian.

Wilbanks-Enis

Allie Danielle Wilbanks and Richard Brian Enis were united in marriage in a candlelight ceremony on June 16, 2001, at First United Methodist Church in New Albany. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Paul Fisher, Jr. and Mr. Bill Wilbanks. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Travis Bagwell and the late Mr. Bagwell and the late Mr. Billy Wilbanks and the late Mary Wilbanks, all of New Albany. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Schneeflock of Madison and Mr. and Mrs. Andy Enis of Canton. His grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. George Parker of Guntown and Mr. and Mrs. Philip Enis of Baldwyn.

Reverend Bill McAlilly officiated. A program of classical and sacred wedding music was provided by Martha Frances Monroe, pianist and organist. John Fisher, brother of the bride, also served as pianist. Vocalists were Dara Hart, Alison Moore, and Lance Moore.

The bride, escorted by her step-father, wore a formal gown of white duchesse satin and tulle. It had a princess silhouette bodice embellished with embroidery and crystal beads and featured an off-the-shoulder neckline. From the slightly dropped waistline fell a full skirt of layered tulle with a detachable chapel-length train. Her veil of tiered silk illusion was accented by a headpiece of pearls and iridescents. She carried a bouquet composed of white bridal roses, dendrobium orchids, miniature calla lilies, freesia, stephanotis, and Italian ruscus.

Attending the bride as matron of honor was Emily Norris. Bridesmaids were Emily Blalock, Tiffany Cooper, Lee Ellen Didier, Angie Rainer, Jo Fairy Riley, Kim Thompson, and Misty Webber. The attendants wore off-the-shoulder formal gowns of apricot silk.

Andy Enis served his son as best man. Groomsmen were Jared Blalock, Chris Brown, John Fisher, Scott Frazier, Donnie Gray, Jeff Hodgins, and Thomas Peede.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a reception at Oaks Country Club. Guests danced to the music of the Paul Rainey Band.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents entertained with a rehearsal dinner at Tupelo Country Club.

After a honeymoon trip to St. Lucia, the couple is at home in Madison.

Williams-Brucks

Heather Caroline Williams and Christopher Edward Brucks were married on the afternoon of October 14, 2000, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Canton. The Reverend Joseph Keenan and Reverend Charles Winters officiated. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Gray Williams of Goodman. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Louis Brucks of Little Rock, Arkansas.

Mr. and Mrs. Joe Adams greeted guests as they entered the church. Emily Winters and Joel Winters presented programs. Beth McBride registered guests. A program of nuptial music was provided by Bob Bailey, trumpeter; Jan Reid-Bunch, soloist; Sandra Harris, harpist; and Ann Irby, organist. Gail Baker and Mary Winters were lectors. Andrew Baker and Joshua Baker served as acolytes. The wedding was directed by Nell Branch.

The bride, escorted by her father, wore a formal sleeveless gown of white silk organza accented with Alencon lace and pearls. The gown featured a crescent neckline, a low-square back, and a chapel-length train of silk organza. Her fingertip veil of tiered-silk illusion was finished with a satin edge. The bride carried a hand-tied nosegay of white roses and stephanotis. Her maternal great-grandmother's handkerchief was tucked inside the bouquet.

Attending the bride as matron of honor was Dayle Diffey. Bridesmaids were Erin Atkins, Emily Clay, Jencie Cummins, and Melanie Rhodes. Junior bridesmaid was Megan McBride. The flower girl was Kaylin Baker.

Edward Brucks served his son as best man. Groomsmen were Kris Brady, Barry Cummins, Jr., Christopher O'Brien, and Kirk Wilson. Ushers included Richard Baker, Jr., Clifford Baker, and Steven Diffey. Justin Brucks was ring bearer.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a reception at the historic Jiggit Home in Canton. Mr. and Mrs. Larry Therrell greeted guests as Nan Sykes played the piano for those arriving for the celebration. The band, Moonstone, entertained guests mingling on the lawn. Servers included Caron Blanton, Ashley Chambliss, Lois Hayes, Audra Kimble, Simeon Street, and Paige Wright. Haley Baker distributed birdseed to the guests.

On the eve of the wedding the groom's parents hosted a barbecue dinner for family and friends at the Northpointe Barn in Ridgeland. Steve Deaton provided the music.

After a honeymoon to the southern Caribbean, the couple resides in Collierville, Tennessee.

Williams-Johnson

Karey Camille Williams married Jarett Drue Johnson in a ceremony at the First Baptist Church in Lexington at 5 p.m. on June 30, 2001, with the Reverend Doug Applegate officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. Darrell Williams of Lexington. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Edith Moore Aldridge and the late Walter Nathan Aldridge. She is also the granddaughter of Mr. Harmel Williams and the late Mrs. Pearl Williams. She is the great-granddaughter of Mrs. Ruth Moore. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Franklin Johnson of Bentonia. He is the grandson of the late Mrs. Bobby Lewis and the late Delmas Lewis. He is also the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Steve Johnson.

The church was decorated with brass candelabra, greenery, and floral arrangements of lilies, orange roses, gerber daisies, blue iris, and alstromeria, which repeated the array of colors found in the stained-glass windows.

The bride was escorted by her father Darrell Williams. She wore a silk gown with a beaded princess bodice and cap sleeves covered with floral appliques. Cascading embroidery flowed down the full skirt and separated to beaded lace appliques which were scattered down the cathedral-length train. A silk shantung headpiece of beaded Alencon lace roses held her veil. The bride carried a bouquet made up of Virginia ivory roses with ivory stock tied with ivory ribbon. The bride wore a pair of pearl earrings given to her by the groom as a wedding gift.

Perri Ann Alford served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Courtney Anne Gibson, Haley Rebecca O'Reilly, Katherine Marie Powers, Sara Virginia Powers, Pam Bond Rutherford, Allison McBride Schuler, and Kristi Meshelle Wharton. They wore lilac lamour satin floor-length sheaths with back godets. They carried spring bouquets that were made of lilies, orange roses, gerber daisies, blue iris and alstromeria.

Sierra Dawn Byrd and Sydney Anne Simpson served as flower girls. Christopher Dane Spell served as ring bearer.

Steven Franklin Johnson served as his son's best man. Groomsmen were Matthew Bryan Callum, Eric Raymond Cunningham, Robby Joseph Gray, Robert Kale Johnson, Steven Swain Johnson, John Robinson Lewis, James David Shoemaker, Dustin Nathaniel Williams, and Barren Keith Williamson, Jr. Serving as ushers were Jonathan Edward Bates, Richard Brady Davis, Peyton Reed Dunlap, Travis Martin Dunlap, John Robert McGregor, and Clarence Allen McGregor Ill.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a reception at Lake Katherine. The guests enjoyed food catered by A Cut Above and were entertained by the Kattawar Brothers. On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at Walnut Hills Country Club in Yazoo City.

After a honeymoon trip to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, the couple now resides in Ridgeland.

Williams-Smith

The marriage of Miss Rileyann Juliet Williams and Mr. William David Smith, Jr. was celebrated at half after seven on the evening of May 12, 2001, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Memphis. The sacrament of holy matrimony was officiated by Father Joseph L. Tagg.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Williams III of Memphis. She is the granddaughter of Mr. A. C. Williams, Jr. and the late Mrs. Virginia Riley Williams of Senatobia and the late Mr. and Mrs. Jack P. Ganizaro of Vicksburg.

The groom is the son of Mrs. Joan Smith and the late Mr. William David Smith, both of Coldwater. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Louis T. Stevens and Mrs. Lurline Smith and the late Mr. Galloway Callicott Smith, Jr., all of Coldwater.

Presented in marriage by her father, the bride wore an exquisite gown from the Diamond Collection custom designed by Ada Athanassiou. The strapless gown featured a fitted bodice of white and ivory silk satin in a lattice pattern accented with crystals and pearls. The basque waistline edged in crystal beading began the full ball gown skirt of silk tulle. Completing the gown was a cathedral-length veil of silk illusion originally worn by the bride's mother and held in place by a bun wreath adorned with the same lattice pattern and beading. Her double strand pearl necklace was a gift from her maternal grandmother as was the lace wedding handkerchief tucked into her bouquet. The bride carried a beautiful heart-shaped bouquet fashioned from 130 hybrid tea roses in blending colors of bridal pink, eskimo, and porcelana.

Attending as matron of honor was Angela Vickers Jones of Madison. Bridesmaids were Nicole Hetland Menard, Rosemary Thorell, Leah Purvis Walcott, Suzy Jones, and Lee Ann Krause. The attendants wore strapless sheath gowns in blush matte satin and carried hand-tied bouquets of tea roses in shades of pink and white. The bride's nieces, Whitney Marie Williams and Samantha Chase Williams, served as flower girls.

Chris Williams of Senatobia served as best man. Groomsmen were Ryan Russum, Jimmy Beno, Sandy Weathers, Will Weathers, and Pete Weathers. Serving as ushers were Darren Williams, Wade Williams, and Cole Williams, brothers of the bride.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's mother hosted a rehearsal dinner at Owen Brennan's restaurant.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a candlelight reception at Whispering Woods in Olive Branch. A four tiered heart-shaped bridal cake of buttercream adorned with fresh hybrid tea roses was provided by Southern Delights. Guests toasted the couple and showered them with rose petals as they departed for a honeymoon in Maui, Hawaii. The couple now resides in Cleveland.

Williamson-Smith

Erin Williamson and Brett Smith were united in marriage at six in the evening on May 19, 2001. Dr. Ken Kirk officiated the ceremony at Heucks Retreat Baptist Church in Brookhaven.

The bride is the daughter of Judy and Steve Grimes of Georgetown and Edward and Senator Gloria Williamson of Philadelphia. She is the granddaughter of O. D. and the late Betty McAlpin, the late Arnold and Mary Williamson, and Martha Franklin.

The groom is the son of Hamp and Sherra Smith of Brookhaven. He is the grandson of Dorothy and the late Chillis Crawford and Robert and Annie Smith.

Chuck Farnham, trumpeter; Tim Moak, pianist; and Dr. Dun Walker, organist, provided nuptial music. Soloists were Ashley Mercer and Joanna Gaston.

The sanctuary was softly aglow with pillar candles. Urns containing arrangements of lilies, sweet peas, and Virginia roses accented the simple yet elegant decor. A memory candle was lit in remembrance of the bride's sister, Ashley Dawn Williamson.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a designer silk satin gown by Paloma Blanca. Her chapel-length veil fell from her tiara made of pearls and Austrian crystals. The bride carried a bouquet of bundled Virginia white roses.

Kelli Williamson Nichols, sister of the bride, served as matron of honor. Nicki Case served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Julia Gaston Cannon, Shelly Morrow, Christy Neely, Stefanie Smith, and Kristen Williamson. Junior bridesmaids were Beth Guess, Hannah Sanderson, Haley Toler, Katie Toler, and Mary Toler. Kayla Nance served as flower girl.

Hamp Smith, father of the groom, served as best man. Groomsmen were Colby Calcote, Quinn Jordan, Scott Smith, Chris Stephens, Dudley Waldrop, and Carey Williamson. Ushers included Marty Davis, Allen Farnham, Chuck Farnham, Brandon Ray, and Joe Sanderson. Ridge Brohaugh served as ring bearer.

Honorary bridesmaids included Kim Burgess, Allison Dugas, Shirley Falvey, Emily Ferrell, Casey Guyton, Amy Smith, and Katie Smith. Heather Smith attended the guest registry. The wedding director was Martha Traxler. The reception directors were Gayle Christopher and Sherry Toler.

A joyous reception was held at Belle Rosen featuring music by Figure Eight. The reception flowed from the house onto the lawn, which was filled with white tents, white lights, and an abundance of flowers and food.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at Heucks Retreat's Family Ministry Center.

After a honeymoon cruise, the couple resides in Brookhaven.

Windham-Coleman

The newly constructed Paris-Yates Chapel on the beautiful University of Mississippi Oxford campus was the setting as Marjorie Alice Windham and Henry Tobias Coleman were united in marriage on August 4, 2001. The double-ring ceremony was officiated by the Reverend W. Murray Bullock at half past five in the evening.

The bride is the daughter of Laura Peddle Sarthou and James Reagan Windham of Oxford. She is the granddaughter of Frank and Marjorie Peddle of Oxford and Collins Windham and the late Elizabeth Windham of Oxford. The groom is the son of Thomas and Peggy Coleman of Jackson. He is the grandson of Frank Coleman and the late Margaret Coleman of Bradenton, Florida, and Bonnie Whittington and the late Grady Whittington of Gloster.

The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a formal gown with a pleated short sleeve off-the-shoulder bodice over a full organza skirt with satin hem detail with a chapel-length train. Her veil was a two-tier waterfall elbow-length design with satin ribbon edge. She carried a full bouquet of a mixture of old-fashioned and hybrid pale yellow and coral roses tied with a satin ribbon.

Attending the bride as maid of honor was her sister, Virginia Elizabeth Windham. Bridesmaids were her sister Heather Roseanne Windham and friends of the bride Jennifer Rambo and Edie King Simmons. The bridesmaids wore navy crepe dresses with softly rolled collars, draped asymmetrical V-backs, and A-line hems. The gowns were designed by Watters and Watters. Each carried a yellow and coral rose bouquet. Serving as flower girl, Chandler Cavanaugh Peddle, cousin of the bride, was preciously adorned with a delightful rose headband.

The brother of the groom, William Tyler Coleman of Denver, served as best man. The friends of the groom who served as groomsmen were Donald John Miletic, William Wyatt Simmons, and David Clay Collins. James Andrew Windham, and Wilford Garrett Pace, Frank Winston Pace, and James Randolph Pace served as ushers. The ring bearer was Henry McClary Peddle III.

The bride's family hosted a reception at the Oxford University Club in beautiful downtown Oxford. The menu was deliciously prepared by the club as the wedding party and guests danced the night away to the music of the Moonstones. The wedding was coordinated by Anna Purvis of Treasured Memories in Oxford. The flowers at the reception and the chapel were arranged by Oxford Floral.

On the eve of the wedding the groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner for the wedding party and the families at the Southside Gallery on the square in Oxford. The event was catered by Sheila Pounders of Boonie Mae's restaurant in Batesville.

The couple is at home in Pass Christian where they both practice law in Gulfport.

Winston-Denton

Courtney Jane Winston and Walter William Denton were married on the evening of June 30 at First Presbyterian Church in Hattiesburg. Rev. John Allen Taylor Bankson officiated. Dr. Graham Purkerson, organist, and vocalists Kaye Chambless, Mary Lacy Mongtomery, and Julie Walker Tator presented nuptial music. Nicola Makey was the reader.

The bride is the daughter of Judge and Mrs. Joseph Edmund Winston of Pontotoc and the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Winston, Mrs. Maynard H. Whitney, and the late Mr. Whitney. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Lyman Denton of Biloxi and the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Denton and the late Mr. and Mrs. Lucian Weeks Conner.

Her father presented the bride who wore a designer gown of white silk gazaar. A duchesse satin band encircled the strapless neckline and the princess lined skirt swept into a court train trellised with an obi sash of duchesse satin. Her double veil of silk edged illusion and headpiece of pearls and Austrian crystals belonging to the bride's grandmother were made by a friend. Her bouquet included white roses, freesia, berries, and hydrangeas.

The bride's sister-in-law, Elizabeth Madden Winston, was matron of honor. Maids of honor were the groom's sisters, Dawn Conner Denton and Drew Virginia Denton. Bridesmaids were Jenny Abdo, Amanda Frazier, Carrie Hood, Stacey Straus, Abby Tyner, Robin Waits, Gina Mauldin, Jessica Herzinger, Cara McCool, Christine Tosh, and Carolyn Yates. Rawlins Biggs was the flower girl and Ethan Reichle was the ring bearer. The attendants wore two-piece ensembles of wisteria faille. Their bouquets were hot pink and peach roses, lilac freesia, and hydrangeas.

The groom's father and his twin brother, Jack Lucian Denton, were the best men. Groomsmen were Rob and Tad Conner, Mark Mathis, Matt McMahan, Jay Corley, Matt Gerald, John Graham, John Keys, Scott Lanehart, Kyle Smith, Kevin Wright, and Whitney Winston.

Ushers were Tate Dickey, Davis Wingo, Kevin Etzler, Chris Giametta, and Jason Lee.

Program attendants were Tracy Randle and Katie and Paige Walsh. Andrea Lanehart attended the registry.

The bride's parents hosted a reception at the Cultural Center of Hattiesburg. The bridegroom's parents hosted the rehearsal dinner at the Hattiesburg Country Club.

After a wedding trip to the Grand Cayman Islands, the couple is at home in Jackson.

Wolfe-Warren

Hayley Ann Wolfe and Jason Robert Warren were untied in marriage Saturday afternoon, August 11, 2001, at Morrison Heights Baptist Church in Clinton. The ceremony was officiated by Reverend Timothy Lampley.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John W. Wolfe of Clinton, and granddaughter of Reverend and Mrs. Edgar Wolfe of Meridian, Mrs. Betty A. Gulls of Meridian, and the late T. G. Gillis. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles R. Warren of Tupelo and grandson of the late Mr. And Mrs. Robert M. Warren of Tupelo and the late Mr. and Mrs. Andrew F. Finley of Nettleton.

Music for the ceremony was presented by John Langworthy, pianist; Carol Durham, organist; and Linda Wilson, Hannah Wesson, and Corey Wolfe, soloists. Brothers of the bride and groom, Corey Wolfe and Bryan Warren, read scripture.

The bride was escorted to the altar by Danny Ivy and given in marriage by her father. She wore a designer gown featuring an off-the-shoulder bodice with needlepoint lace accented with Austrian crystals and pearls. Her full long skirt was enhanced in the back with a cathedral-length train. Her two-tiered cathedral veil was of Parisian tulle and edged with silk cording. She carried a bouquet of stargazer lilies, yellow roses, and fuchsia gerbera daisies.

Attending the bride as maid of honor was Emily Erwin of Atlanta, Georgia, and matron of honor, Jenny Jolly of Tupelo. The bridesmaids were Andrea Pellerin of Fort Worth, Texas; Christy Price of Seffner, Florida; Ashley Wallace of Saltillo; Kim Warren of Tupelo; and Alyson Wolfe of Clinton.

Serving the groom as best man was his father, Charles R. Warren. The groomsmen were Joey Aguirre of Little Rock, Arkansas; Christopher Haygood, Greg Jolly, and Byran Warren, all of Tupelo; Wes Winbourne; and Corey Wolfe of Clinton.

Following the ceremony, a reception hosted by the bride's parents was held at B. C. Rogers Student Center in the Grand Hall of the Mississippi College campus.

On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Beal in Raymond.

Following a honeymoon cruise to the southern Caribbean, the couple is at home in Tupelo where the bride is the Director of Children's Ministry at First Evangelical Church and the groom is a Realtor with Prudential Magnolia Realty and Associates.

Wolfe-Ivy

A crystal clear winter evening at Parkway Baptist Church in historic Natchez set the mood for the intimate January 6, 2001; wedding of Lacey Renee Wolfe and Benjamin Lee Ivy. Lacey is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Keith Wolfe of Clarksdale. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Morgan Denison of Bowling Green, Kentucky; Mrs. LaVerne Wolfe of Water Valley; and the late Mr. James Lafayette Wolfe. Ben is the son of Ms. Janice Knight Ivy of Natchez and Mr. and Mrs. Leo Neil Ivy of Ferriday, Louisiana. He is the grandson of Mrs. Verda Mae Knight of Roxie, the late Mr. Modez Knight, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Leo Ivy.

The bride, escorted by her father, made a striking entrance to the opera music "Canto Della Terra" sung by Andrea Bocelli. She wore a Maggie Sottero ivory strapless gown of delustered satin and brocade with a chapel-length train. The gown's corseted bodice and the hem of the A-line skirt were accented with hand-sewn Swarovski crystals. The bride wore a pearl necklace which had been given to her mother 30 years earlier by the bride's father for their first Christmas together.

The bride carried an elegant nosegay of deep purple mini calla lilies, hand-tied with purple ribbon. The groom's boutonniere was a matching purple mini calla lily.

The mother of the bride wore a formal silk two-piece navy gown accented with silver beads. The mother of the groom selected a silk two-piece cornflower blue ankle-length ensemble. The stepmother of the groom chose a one-piece black ankle-length dress accented by a red bolero jacket. They each carried hand-tied posies of white mini calla lilies and stephanotis. The father of the bride and father of the groom wore white mini calla lily boutonnieres.

Attending the bride were Amanda Grubbs and Jennifer Johnston, both of Clinton, and Elaine Summers Cagle of Brandon. They wore shimmering black strapless dresses with flowing A-line skirts. Each carried a hand-tied posy of white roses, white tulips, and white gardenias, respectively. Groomsmen were Rusty Yates of Tupelo, David Strahan of Natchez, and Joey Williams of Clinton. Each wore a single flower boutonniere that matched the bouquet of the bridesmaid he escorted.

Mixed greenery of springerii fern and seeded eucalyptus sprinkled with fragrant white garden flowers and candles adorned the entire length of the choir railing. In the background were swags of white tulle draped between five dramatic illuminated columns of varying heights. The columns were topped with massive cascading arrangements of mixed greenery and white flowers. Bouquets of seeded eucalyptus with drapes of tulle served as pew markers.

Officiating the ceremony was Reverend Jim Reid. Rebecca Barnett Feather of Fort Worth. Texas, read Psalm 100 to begin the ceremony. Vocalists were trio Kaye Williams of Clinton, Dixie Broadhead of Hattiesburg, and Jocy Williams. They performed "A Place Called Grace" during the prelude and "Shine On Us" during the bride and groom's special observance of the Lord's Supper and prayer. Ushers were Kenny Jackson, Kevin Strahan, and Shaun Foster, all of Natchez, and Blame Olson of Brandon. The bride's aunt, Mrs. Cheryl Wolfe, of Suwanee, Georgia, served as the bride's proxy.

Wedding rings were presented during the ceremony by the groom's father. The bride's wedding ring was a unique combination of a platinum and diamond solitaire band flanked on either side by two different antique diamond wedding bands--one a gift from the groom and the other a gift from the bride's maternal grandmother.

The bride's parents hosted a reception at the Ramada Inn Hilltop on the Natchez bluff overlooking the Mississippi River. The hotel lobby was decorated with a magical array of grapevines intertwined with white lights. A selection of foods including rumaki, various meats and seafood, fruits, cheeses, and marinated vegetables were served in the Matisse Room to the backdrop of jazz music.

Guest tables were decorated with alternating centerpieces, rose garlands, and votive candles. The bride's cake, made by Edna Welch of Vidalia, Louisiana, was nestled in a forest-like cove of dogwood trees aglow with white lights. The French vanilla cake with raspberry filling was layered with pure white buttercream icing and accented with swags of sugarpaste ivy, berries, and twig-like curls. The cake was placed atop an antique silver plateau and surrounded by greenery and the bridesmaids' bouquets.

The groom's mother and sister hosted a rehearsal dinner on the eve of the wedding at the 1950's-themed Paradise Cafe.

The bride's mother had previously hosted a celebration in honor of the bride and her attendants at Paint It My Way pottery studio in Ridgeland on December 10, 2000.

The couple departed for their Caribbean honeymoon amidst the ringing of bells. They now make their home in Batesville.

Wong-Moore

The celebration and blessing of the marriage of Sally Ann Wong and David Gene Moore took place on June 10, 2000. Vows were exchanged at half past one in the afternoon at the Fairhope United Methodist Church in Fairhope, Alabama.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Buck Hoy Wong of Rosedale. The groom is the son of Mr. Prentice Gean Moore of Collinsville, Oklahoma, and the late Mrs. Carolyn Moore.

Rev. Dr. Lloyd Humphrey conducted the ceremony. A string trio along with a flutist performed the nuptial music. During the prelude, candles were lighted at the altar in memory of the bride's brother, Mr. Bobby Wong, and also in the memory of the groom's mother. As a tribute to the bride, the groom performed the solo on acoustic guitar "Grow Old With Me" prior to the processional.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a diamond white ball gown by Galina. The bodice featured an Alencon lace overlay scattered with crystals, pearls, and sequins with a scoop neckline and cap sleeves. The silk tulle skirt formed a sweep train with a detachable cathedral-length train. Three tiers of illusion cascaded from a tiara of crystals and pearls and extended the length of the dress. The bride carried a French hand-tied bouquet of cream roses. She wore a Chinese gold bangle bracelet that had been given by her father to her mother on the day of their wedding thirty-four years ago.

Attending the bride were Emily Hoo, Molly Russell, and Deborah Payne. Honorary bridesmaids included Kim Billingsley and Gabriella Sang. Julia Payne served as flower girl. Mr. Prentice Gean Moore served his son as best man. Groomsmen included Steven Moore, Chad Steinorth, and Mac Willson.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents honored the couple with a formal dinner reception at Marriott's Grand Dining Room overlooking the bay in Point Clear, Alabama. A live jazz band provided musical entertainment. At the conclusion of the reception, the bride and groom danced to "Stand by Me" before toasting each other and leaving in a vintage Rolls Royce.

The couple honeymooned in Alaska, visiting Denali, Alyeska, and then cruising in Seward. Mr. and Mrs. David Moore currently reside in Vestavia Hills, Alabama, where she is finishing her Doctor of Optometry degree at the University of Alabama in Birmingham and he is employed as a financial advisor.

Word Bryan

With snow covered mountains providing a breathtaking view from within Park City Community Church in Park City, Utah Amy Howell Word and George Wilkerson Bryan, Jr. were united in holy matrimony at half after five on March 17, 2001. Reverend John Bacot officiated.

Amy is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Lawler Word III of West Point. Wilkes is the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Wilkerson Bryan, Sr. of Memphis.

Upon entering the sanctuary, guests were presented a program enclosed in an antique envelope with the Bryan coat-of-arms on the front. Nuptial music was presented by harpist Jacquelle Blair. One special melody played was "The Sweetest Story Ever Told" which was also rendered at the bride's parents' wedding. Soloists were Victoria Beard and the bride's father. The scripture reader was Kathryn Pennebaker.

Presented by her father, Amy was elegant in a Vera Wang strapless white georgette sheath gown with a sweep train. She wore pearl earrings and a double strand pearl bracelet, gifts from her bridegroom. She carried a bouquet of tulips and Leonidas roses tied with a handkerchief, which she and Wilkes had purchased on a recent vacation to Italy. When Amy reached the front pews, she gave her mother and the groom's mother monogrammed handkerchiefs. Jenny Word of West Point was her sister's maid of honor. The bride's other attendants were her brothers, Thomas Word and Matt Word.

The groom's father served as his best man. His other honor attendants were his sisters, Suzanne Sampietro, Laura Williams, and Nancy Bryan. The flower girl was Montgomery Atkins. John Sampietro and Shane Williams were ushers.

The reception was at Stag Lodge. Flags with the Word and Bryan coat-of-arms hung from the rafters. The bride's table held a beautiful four-tiered stacked white fondant cake. A unique chocolate cowboy hat cake adorned the groom's table. "Bryan" pork tenderloin, shipped from West Point, was served at one of the food stations. Music was provided by Tim Wilson.

A rehearsal and cocktail dinner party was held the evening before the wedding at the magnificent mountain-top vacation home of the groom's family friends, Mr. and Mrs. Marty Granoff. The morning of the wedding, the groom's parents held an open house and luncheon at their new vacation home.

Following a honeymoon to San Francisco, Amy and Wilkes are at home in West Point. He is the general manager of Old Waverly Golf Club.

Woods-Clark

On July 28, 2001, during a candlelight service at First United Methodist Church in Hattiesburg, Tarra Woods and Doug Clark were united in marriage. Pastor David Price officiated. Heidi LoCicero of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, was wedding planner. As guests were being seated, they were treated to several musical selections performed by family friend Claudia Palmer. They also enjoyed beautiful harp music. A trumpeter to the standing room only crowd heralded Tarra's entrance on the arm of her father, Roderick D. Woods. Family members were seated in a special section marked with satin ribbons monogrammed with a beautiful script letter W. Hattiesburg florist Neely Harrington turned the church into a romantic English garden filled with hot pink and lime green flowers.

A barbershop quartet delighted the crowd with a moving rendition of "The Lord's Prayer," just before the couple said their vows.

Matron of honor was Julia Woods Dickinson, sister of the bride, and bridesmaids were Jackie Gent Drennan and Leigh Ann Allen McLaurin. Best man was William Bennett Clark, brother of the groom, and groomsmen were Richard Michael Young and Robert James Clark, brother of the groom. Flower girls were Courtney Ann Davis and Molly Elizabeth Clark. Ring bearer was Jonathan Samuel Woods.

Upon the conclusion of the service, Mr. and Mrs. Doug Clark were escorted to the back of the church. As the newlyweds stepped out of the church doors, everyone cheered as they made a wish for the couple and released pink balloons into the clear blue sky.

A fleet of limousines whisked the bridal party, parents, and out of town guests to the Wood's home for the reception. Over 800 guests entered under a huge arch, which consisted of over 3,000 flowers. The floral design team, lead by Tern Boyer of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, spent two weeks preparing the home for the reception. Over 12,000 fresh flowers were flown in. 7,000 silk flowers and 26 boxes of greenery were used to transform the backyard into a page right out of a fairy tale book.

A large air-conditioned tent was filled with guest tables elaborately decorated in tones of pink and gold and scrumptious food prepared by Unique Cuisine Catering Company of Baton Rouge. A large centerpiece with 500 flowers was the focal point of the tent and two matching Grecian urns filled with fresh flowers completed the look. A smaller tent was placed to the left of the main tent and served as a children's tent. There, a clown who performed magic tricks and made balloon hats and sculptures entertained children. A feast fit for children was prepared and served in the kid's tent. The menu for the little ones included many food items that had a pink color including fresh strawberries, sugar cookies, and more.

When adults were ready for fun they simply had to step to the pool area to enjoy dancing to the sounds of nationally renowned band, Magnolia.

Near the pool a Louisiana style frying station was set up to prepare and serve fresh Louisiana catfish, fried shrimp, oysters, and hush puppies. The pool gazebo served as a large bar and served pink Bellinis, margaritas, and a variety of domestic and imported beers.

When guests needed to cool off, they headed indoors to view the magnificent cake created by Sylvia Weinstock of New York City. The cake was a seven-foot masterpiece flown in eight boxes on an airplane straight from New York. Each layer featured a different flavor cake and icing. Handmade fondant flowers cascaded over each layer of the cake.

Sylvia Weinstock also created the groom's cake, which was decorated with a theme dear to the groom's heart. She sculpted a golf bag filled with clubs and golf balls and placed a miniature version of his beloved collie dog lying on the bag.

When it was time for the reception to end, Tarra and Doug changed into Hawaiian clothes for their get away. Wedding coordinator, Heidi LoCicero, and the bride's sister, Julia Dickinson, presented them with fresh leis as they appeared before the crowd to bid farewell and thank everyone for coming. Once Doug finished his goodbye, a guest pointed at the sky, which was illuminated by a huge set piece of fireworks. The fireworks spelled out "Best Wishes Tarra and Doug!" Suddenly confetti cannons exploded on all four sides, showering the guests with hot pink, lime green, and white confetti.

Not wanting the wedding weekend festivities to end, the Wood's hosted a Farewell Jazz Brunch at the Copeland's restaurant they own in Hattiesburg. A jazz band entertained the crowd as they relaxed and had brunch.

The couple will reside in the new home they recently built in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where Doug works for Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Tarra works for Entergy Corp.

Yates-Mason

Caroline Elizabeth Yates and Dick Bradford Mason IV were united in marriage on March 10, 2001, at First Presbyterian Church in Jackson. Dr. J. Ligon Duncan III officiated the double-ring ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Allen Richard Yates of Jackson and the granddaughter of Mr. Henry Jamison Fair of Louisville and the late Mrs. Fair and Mrs. Joseph Watt Yates of Shelby and the late Mr. Yates. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Dick Bradford Mason III of Jackson and the grandson of Mrs. Robert Cullen West of Yazoo City and the late Mr. West and the late Mr. and Mrs. Dick Bradford Mason, Jr. of Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Presented in marriage by her father, the bride wore a gown of duchess satin ivory featuring a V-shaped neckline with embroidered lace, pearls, sequins, and bugle beads. The cap sleeves and fitted bodice flowed into a princess skirt with pearl flower buttons down the back that continued to the end of the chapel-length train. The bride's veil was an heirloom chapel-length mantilla of Brussels lace worn first by her mother, aunts, and cousins. It was attached to a handmade porcelain headpiece imported from Paris. Tucked underneath her bouquet was a linen handkerchief belonging to her paternal great-grandmother.

Anne Minor, first cousin of the bride, served as the maid of honor. Bridesmaids included Amanda Johnson and Melanie Jordan, sisters of the groom; Mindy Yates, sister-in-law of the bride; Rachel Brown; Taryn Kiekow; and Kristy Morris.

Dick Bradford Mason III served as his son's best man. Groomsmen included Richard Yates and Henry Yates, brothers of the bride; Jay Johnson and David Jordan, brothers-in-law of the groom; Gory Harper; Michael Joe; Trey Smith; Chuck Heflin; Brad Jennings; and Bradley Weilborn.

Mary Stewart Hurst, cousin of the bride, was the flower girl. Trey Yates, nephew of the bride, served as ring beater. Elizabeth Fair and Mary Love Fair, cousins of the bride, and Camille Cannada presented programs to guests before the ceremony. Nuptial music was provided by Connie Wadsworth, organist; Gena Everitt, vocalist; Darcie Bishop, trumpeter; and a string quartet comprised of members of the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra.

Following the ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a reception at the Country Club of Jackson where guests danced to Solid Gold. On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents honored the couple with a rehearsal dinner at the Country Club of Jackson. After a wedding trip to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, the couple resides in Jackson.

Zebert-Nail

On March 10, 2001, a beautiful spring evening was the setting for the candlelight wedding of Sarah Kasey Zebert and Michael Jason Nail at First Baptist Church of Florence. The parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. David Zebert of Florence and Mr. Mike Nail and Ms. Janice Nail of Raymond. The bride's grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Dale Zebert of Pearl and the late Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Collins of Florence. The groom's grandparents are the late Mr. and Mrs. William Henry of Vicksburg and the late Mr. and Mrs. Delos Nail of Raymond.

Judge Thomas Zebert, uncle of the bride, officiated the double-ring ceremony. Beverly Abernathy, organist; Janice Parker, pianist; The Mississippi String Quartet; and Judge Kent McDaniel, soloist, provided the classical and sacred music. During the lighting of the unity candle, Mrs. Norma Robinson performed a selected reading chosen by the couple.

After the chiming of the hour, the bride was escorted by her father into the sanctuary wearing an elegant tulle ball gown with a shirred strapless bodice accented with crystals and pearls cascading onto the full skirt. Her illusion waterfall veil edged in organza fell from a tiara of Austrian crystals and pearls. Tucked inside her bouquet of tangerine calla lilies and soft orange roses was a handkerchief belonging to her great-grandmothers.

Attending the bride were Wendy Wynne, maid of honor; Chrissy Brinson; Tracy Farrier; Myndi Kuhlman; Jennifer McDowell; Jana Nail; Amber Patrick; Kristi Thomas; and Kim Womack. The attendants wore designer two-piece tangerine taffeta gowns and carried bouquets of soft yellow calla lilies and gerbera daisies hand tied with ribbon.

Mr. Mike Nail and Wes Wood served as best men. Groomsmen were Charlie Agent, Trent Curtis, Scott Kilby, Corey Landrum, Victor Montgomery, Trey Moore, Brad Oberhausen, Bryan Whalen, and Jeremy Zebert. Standing with the groomsmen were ushers Jeff Allen, David Henry, Bryan Logan, and Phillip Vandevere. Kayla and Christian Woods served as flower girls with Micah Woods as ring bearer.

Following the ceremony, the guests were welcomed to a beautifully catered reception by Wendy Putt of Fresh Cut. The hall was arrayed in vibrant floral arrangements and a romantic gazebo displaying the beautiful wedding cake. On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a catered reception at Florence Baptist Church. Following a honeymoon cruise to the Caribbean, the couple will reside in Starkville while attending Mississippi State University where they will graduate in 2001-2002.