Diggs-Killebrew. (2003 Wedding Register).

Lauren Elizabeth Diggs and Heath Carroll Killebrew were joined in marriage on November 10, 2001, during an evening ceremony at the First Baptist Church in Lexington.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Edwin Diggs III of Tchula. She is the granddaughter of Mr. Edward Raymond Barlow of Itta Bena, and the late Mrs. Bobbye Edwards Barlow and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Edwin Diggs, Jr. of Tchula.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Zachary Carroll Killebrew of Lexington. He is the grandson of Mrs. John Thomas Pierce of Lexington and the late Mr. Pierce and the late Mr. and Mrs. Chester G. Killebrew of Tchula.

Officiating at the double-ring ceremony was Rev. Doug Applegate. Nuptial music was provided by Pam Williams, organist; Nancy King, pianist; and Tommy Guthrie, trumpeter.

The bride wore a formal gown of white duchess satin. The strapless bodice featured an elegant insert of embroidery tucked into the asymmetrical waistline. Flowing from the waist was an embroidered insert framed by the natural double flowing pleats. The low-cut back was highlighted with embroidery that met a full panel of a large V-insert of an embroidered tulle semi-cathedral-length train. The bride's fingertip veil of illusion fell from a tiara of pearls and crystals. The bride's jewelry consisted of her mother's pearl earrings, her late grandmother's pearl necklace, and a diamond bracelet that was a gift from the groom. She carried a bouquet of phaeleonopsis orchids, twisted willow, and ivy, with a miniature rosary given to her by her great-grandmother tucked inside.

The bride's attendants wore mocha-colored gowns of matte satin that featured halter necklines and A-line skirts. They carried hand-tied bouquets of orange lilies, red roses, purple statice, and golden rod. Attending the bride as matron of honor was her sister, Michelle Diggs Winstead. Maids of honor were Katie Caden, Suzanne Langford, and Kristin Rose. Bridesmaids were Ashley Barlow, Millie Barlow, Shannon Donald, Dea Hammett, Sara Gowan, Kimberly Pullen, and Dr. Heather Killebrew Tutor. Junior bridesmaids were Mary Lawson Barlow and Talley Diggs.

The groom's father served as the best man. Groomsmen were Wyn Diggs, Chad Hulls, Curt Jones, Matt Jones, Chris Killebrew, Keath Killebrew, Nicholas O'Neal, Riley Poe, and Trey Taylor. Serving as ushers were Brett Barlow, Brister Barlow, Dennis Barlow and Bryan Killebrew.

Hannah Trotter served as flower girl. Hayden Tutor served as the ring bearer and carried a pillow made from a piece of the bride's mother's wedding dress.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the Holmes County Country Club. Mrs. Tim Meeks and Mr. and Mrs. Dale Powers greeted guests entering the reception. Entertainment was provided by the Chester Brothers Band, as guests enjoyed an assortment of food prepared by Terry Chester and Beverly Woods. The wedding was under the direction of Mrs. Rosemary Watson. Program girls were Suzanne Brock and Sara Powers. Tea girls were Alyssa Ellis, Jennifer Hale, Lauren Rosen, Tern Schur, and Edi Williams.

On the eve of the wedding, a rehearsal dinner was hosted by the groom's parents at Wanda's of Kosciusko.

After a belated honeymoon, the couple is at home in Tchula.