Mayo-Jamison
Paula Elizabeth Mayo and Thomas Randall Jamison, both of Hattiesburg, were married the afternoon of October 26, 2002, at the residence of Jeff and Kathy Mayo with the Reverend Jimmy Stewart officiating.
Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Asa Jefferson Mayo Sr., of Hattiesburg and Mrs. Frances Jamison of Pope.
Music was presented by pianist David Blackwell and vocalist Kym Garraway.
Matron of Honor was Anna Kay Call of Elizabethtown, Ky.
Best Men were Eric and Scott Jamison, sons of the groom, both of Hattiesburg.
Groomsmen were Jeff Mayo Jr., James O. Mayo, brothers of the bride and Kable Wedgeworth, nephew of the bride, all of Hattiesburg.
Assisting at the reception were Freida Ann Dobson and Rhea Roberts, cousins of the bride, and Chris Patton and Beth Farris.
Following a wedding trip to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla., the couple will reside in Hattiesburg.
McCreary-Finnie
Memorie Shea McCreary of Jackson and William Blain Finnie of Jackson, formerly of Batesville, were united in marriage at 2 o'clock in the afternoon December 21, 2002, at First Baptist Church of Boyle.
Dr. Joseph Anderson (FBC Boyle) and Bro. Paul Middleton (Calvary Baptist Church, Batesville) performed the ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Jeffery and Jeannie McCreary of Cleveland. She is the granddaughter of Christine Sanders and the late Frank Sanders of Cleveland and Mildred McCreary and the late Eugene Marian McCreary of Cleveland.
The groom is the son of Homer Lee Finnie and Mary Alice Finnie, both of Batesville. He is the grandson of Jessie Belk and the late Gordye Belk of Batesville and the late William Homer and Betty Finnie of Batesville.
Musicians were Mr. Ryan McBride (cousin of groom) on the piano and Elizabeth Smith (friend of groom) on the organ, both of Batesville. Soloists were Danette Brown (friend of bride) of Nashville, Tenn., Tom Edwards (friend of groom) of Jackson and Don Hopkins (friend of groom) of Pope.
The church was decorated with the windows adorned with Christmas garland accented with ribbon. The altar had Christmas garland accented with ribbon and candelabra with Christmas greens, white gerberas and bridal roses. The bride was given in marriage by her father.
The bride's dress was a Lillian M design. It was white satin with organza overlay and a strapless neckline. Special details included re-embroidered lace with a floral motif. The bodice was pearl and sequined covered with self-covered buttons to waist. The waistline was natural and enhanced with seed pearls and iridescent beading. It had an A-line skirt with embroidered lace of floral. Special details included motif with pearls and sequins scattered over skirt with a satin edging around the hem. The train was chapel length. The bride's bouquet was hand tied of Charlotte roses accented with white minicalla lilies.
The maid of honor was the cousin of the bride, Caroline Barefoot of Cleveland. Bridesmaids include, Mandy Robinson of Cleveland, Melissa Lott of Monroe, La. (cousin of bride), Bobbie Jo Simpson of Jackson (cousin of bride), Haley Ruth Tranum, Roxanne Peden and Tiffany Wilson (friends of bride), all of Cleveland. The attendants wore satin claret red colored dresses with a chiffon overlay and a small flowing train.
The flower girl was Abby Gilbert (cousin of the bride), daughter of Ward and Susan Gilbert of Indianola. The ring bearer was Jonathon Middleton (friend of groom), son of Paul and Cynthia Middleton of Batesville.
The best man was Barry Finnie (brother of groom) of Batesville. Groomsmen were Chad Thompson (friend of groom) of Bruce, Michael Meurrier (friend of groom) of Jackson, Jake Long (friend of groom) of Batesville, Rob Shipp (friend of groom) of Memphis, Tenn., Jeff McCreary and Blake McCreary (brothers of bride), both of Cleveland.
Ushers were Daniel Baker (friend of bride) of Cleveland, Jason Abernathy (friend of bride and groom) of Greenwood, Rusty Hudson and Shane Wigley (friends of groom), both of Batesville.
The bride's mother's dress was a champagne tea-length two-piece suit. The top was adorned in pearls and iridescent beading. Her bouquet was hand-tied nose gay of white tineke roses.
The bridegroom's mother's dress was violet tea-length two-piece suit of crushed crepe adorned with iridescent buttons. Her bouquet was hand-tied nose gay of Charlotte roses with French ribbon.
The maid of honor had a hand stein bouquet of white calla lilies, bridal roses, white miniature gerberas accented with Christmas greens and ivory sheer ribbon. The bridesmaids had hand stein bouquets of white miniature gerberas, bridal roses, gypsophlia accented with Christmas greens.
The reception was in the fellowship hall of FBC Boyle immediately following ceremony. Presiding at the register table was Dana Oursler (friend of bride) of Horn Lake.
Serving at the reception were Cameron Belk, Katy Belk and Alden Belk (cousins of groom), Wendy Kovach and Christy Kovach (friends of bride), Keri Jo Coleman (friend of bride and groom), Bethany Jones, Megan Phillips and Whitney Phillips (cousins of bride).
The couple took a wedding trip to Big Cedar Lodge in Branson, Mo., and now makes their home in Jackson.
McKittrick-Radinick
Mandy Ann McKittrick of Savannah, Ga. and Charles Edward Radinick of Savannah, Ga. were united in marriage at 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 21 at Isle of Hope United Methodist Church in Savannah, Ga. The Reverend Frank Parr performed the ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Girner and Mr. and Mrs. Patrick McKittrick of Batesville. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Gray and Mr. and Mrs. Robert McMillan of Batesville and Mr. and Mrs. G.E. McKittrick and the late Vi McKittrick of Batesville.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Emil Radinick Sr. of Pittsburg, Pa. He is the grandson of Mrs. Etta Bentrem and the late Charles Bentrem of Pittsburg, Pa. and Mrs. Savilla Radinick and the late Emil Radinick of Pittsburgh, Pa.
Shannon McKittrick-Cruse of Little Rock, Ark., sister of the bride, served the bride as matron of honor. She was also attended by Karen Macy of Dallas, Texas and Elizabeth Wolfe of Austin, Texas. Lexi Radinick the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Emil Radinick Jr. of Pittsburgh, Pa. was the flower girl.
The bride wore a white, strapless gown with a corset top and full skirt. The flowers consisted of brightly-colored gerber daisies, roses and violets.
Her attendants wore coral sleeveless tops with matching slim-fitting long skirts. They carried bouquets filled with the same brightly-colored flowers as the bride.
Kenny Radinick, the groom's brother, of Pittsburg, Pa. served the groom as Best Man.
Chris Daniels of Savannah, Ga., David Head of Jacksonville, Fla. and Emil Radinick Jr., the groom's brother of Pittsburg, Pa. served as groomsmen.
Zachary Radinick the son of Mr. and Mrs. Emil Radinick Jr. of Pittsburgh, Pa. was the ring bearer.
A reception followed the ceremony at The Savannah Italian Club. The couple took a wedding trip to Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Following the ceremony, the couple makes their home in Savannah, Ga.
Melton-Tutor
Crystal Rochelle Melton of Batesville and Douglas Wayne Tutor Jr. of Batesville were united in marriage at 10 a.m. on April, 10, 2003, at Panama City Beach in Florida.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Melton of Batesville.
The groom is the son of Douglas Wayne Tutor Sr. and Mary Jane and Scotty Kester of Batesville. He is the grandson of Nellie Tutor and Earlene Griffin of Batesville.
Following the ceremony, the couple makes their home in Batesville.
Middleton- McLean
LaShana Trenise Middleton and Patrick James McLean exchanged wedding vows on Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2002, at 4:30 p.m. in a private ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Ray and Harriet M. Ellis of Batesville.
The groom is the son of Rev. Oliver McLean and the late Sara McLean of Gulfport.
The bride is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Auto and Margaret Middleton of Courtland and Mr. and Mrs. William and Geraldine Wright of Batesville. She is the great-granddaughter of Betty Lou Ellis of Batesville and the late Rev. G. Middleton.
The bride is a graduate of South Panola High School. She attended Mississippi Valley State University where she earned a bachelor of science degree in education.
She is employed by the Harrison County School District as an elementary school teacher. She is also in graduate school at the University of Southern Mississippi.
The groom is a graduate of Gulfport High School and also attended Mississippi Valley State University. He studied physical education and recreation. He is employed by the Harrison County School District and the Long Beach Job Corps Center as an athletic and recreation director.
The couple makes their home on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Paugh-Jefcoat
Courtney Paugh of Christiansburg, Va. and Scott Jefcoat of Byrum, Miss. were united in marriage on Dec. 14, 2002, at Hardeman House in Henderson, Tenn. Michael Bates of Batesville performed the ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Paugh of Christiansburg, Va. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Kelch of Bridgeport, W.Va.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Jefcoat of Batesville. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. E.C. McCain of Batesville, the late Mr. and Mrs. Hamer Jefcoat of Clarksdale and Glendora Paugh of Clarksburg, W. Va. Rebecca Paugh, sister of bride, of Christiansburg, Va. served the bride as matron of honor.
Michael Jefcoat, brother of groom, of Batesville, served the groom as the best man. Keith Jefcoat, of Batesville, brother of groom, sang at the wedding.
A reception followed the ceremony at Hardeman House on the Freed-Hardeman University campus in Henderson.
The couple took a wedding trip to the Smoky Mountains. Following the ceremony, the couple makes their home in Byrum, where the groom is youth minister for the Siwell Road Church of Christ in Jackson, Miss.
Reed-Johnson
The First United Methodist Church in Batesville was the setting for the June 7, 2003, wedding of Susan Ashley Reed and William Todd Johnson.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Wayne Reed of Batesville.
She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Dorothy Bailey Kiihnl and the late J.W. Kiihnl of Batesville and the late Brady D. Bailey of Teasdale, and Martha Reed Butler of Clarksdale and the late Joe Gerald Reed of Webb.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Harold Johnson of Batesville.
He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. T.A. Woodruff Jr. and the late Mr. and Mrs. Irby Johnson Sr., all of Batesville.
Performing the double-ring ceremony was Michael Bates of the Batesville Church of Christ. Musician was Connie Haley. Vocalists were Kendall McKnight of Dallas, Texas, Becca Linsdey of Brentwood, Tenn., Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Rawson and Brooks Rawson of Almo, Tenn. and Beth Rawson of Batesville.
Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a Christina Woo bridal gown of white, featuring a strapless neckline. Delicate beading of pearls, sequins, crystals, and silver bugle beads embellished the fitted bodice which met a satin pleated full skirt. The back of the gown was complimented with alternating pearl and rhinestone buttons extending the length of the chapel train.
The headpiece was a beaded comb with two layers of illusion falling to the back waist and a longer layer flowing the length of the train decorated with seed pearls.
She carried a hand-tied pearl studded bouquet of white calla lilies.
Erica Boggan of Batesville and Becca Lindsey of Brentwood, Tenn. were maids of honor.
Bridesmaids were Lindsay Burkes and Beth Rawson of Batesville; Sara Lynn Johnson, sister of the groom, of Oxford; Tiffany Graves of Southaven; Ashley Hood and Erin McMurchy of Duncan.
The attendants wore dupioni silk classic scalloped edged shell tops with matching silk A-line skirts in cobalt blue. They carried hand-tied bouquets of gerber daisies, calla lilies and roses.
The flower girls were Madilyn Sullivant, Elizabeth Eskew, and Isabel Grant. They are the daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Sullivant of Batesville; Mr. and Mrs. William Eskew of Cumming, Ga. and Mr. and Mrs. Steve Grant of Nashville, Tenn.
They wore matching Strasburg float dresses of white angelic organza with a satin trimmed ruffled collar and sleeves and French tucks at the hem. Their hair was adorned with babies breath halos.
They held a rope garland as they walked down the isle together.
The ring bearer was John Collins Bailey, son of Mr. and Mrs. John David Bailey of Batesville. He wore a classic two piece button-on short set in organza with satin trimmed collar, shirt, and sleeve made by Strasburg.
The registry attendants were Miss Jessica Boggan of Batesville and Mrs. Meredith Sawyer of Southaven.
The program attendants were Brady Clark, Alex Eskew, Grant Kelley, and Blake Sullivant. They are the sons of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Clark of Columbus, Mr. and Mrs. William Eskew of Cumming, Ga., Mrs. Judy Kelly and the late Mr. William Kelley of Roswell, Ga. and Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Sullivant of Batesville.
Serving his son as best man was William Harold Johnson.
Groomsmen were David Hardy, Brady Reed, brother of the bride, Chris Walls, Andy Yelton, all of Batesville, Jo Jo Adams of Flowood, Brian Jones of Hernando and Stan Williams of Tupelo.
The bride's mother wore a Karen Miller sleeveless floor length gown in pale pink crepe with a short matching jacket encrusted with clear crystal beading down the front edge.
The groom's mother wore a periwinkle blue crepe floor length sheath with three-quarters length jacket with matching hand embroidered lace on yoke and sleeves.
The mothers of the bride and groom carried tussie mussies with freesia.
The setting for the six o'clock wedding ceremony was an arch of white, floor-length, column candles lining the choir loft. The organ pipes were draped with trailing smilax and jackson vine. Flanking each side of the alter table were massive floral arrangements of mixed summer flowers in bright colors. Ferns and candles in wrought stands were used as accents on each side.
Following the wedding, the bride's parents hosted a reception at the Panola Country Club. The entrance foyer table was covered with a dupioni silk tablecloth that matched the bridesmaids dresses and held a tremendous floral arrangement of mixed summer flowers in bright colors.
Tall columns holding ferns were used as the backdrop for the bride's table where elaborate silver candelabras flanked the four-tiered monogrammed wedding cake designed by Alice Chow of Clarksdale. Fresh flowers were used as accents cascading down the sides and base of the cake.
The groom's table was covered with sod and surrounded by wooden columns, crepe myrtles, coleus and other greenery to look like the grove at Ole Miss. His two-tiered chocolate cake was topped by an Ole Miss crest made by Bob Wilbanks. The cake had clusters of chocolate dipped strawberries as accents. Punch was served from the groom's table from an Ole Miss tin.
Meredith Sawyer presided at the registry. Amanda Pena and Jennifer Wooten served the bride's cake; while Ashlee Cole and Jennifer Dickerson presided at the groom's table.
The wedding party enjoyed the rehearsal dinner hosted by the groom's parents on Friday, June 6, at the Oxford University Club in Oxford.
The wedding couple are residing at 183 Coleburn Drive, Batesville, after enjoying their honeymoon at Sandal's Dunns River Golf Resort and Spa in Ocho Rios, Jamaica.
Southerland-Summers
Eric Brian Summers and Tracy Michelle Sutherland were united in marriage at six o'clock in the afternoon on Saturday, June 21, 2003, in the Atriam of the Oxford University Club in Oxford. Their vows were spoken underneath an arch, beautifully decorated with tulle, magnolia leaves and silk flowers, by the mother of the groom, and flanked by large arrangements of mixed spring flowers. The double ring ceremony was performed by the Rev. Edward Burns, uncle of the groom. Parents of the couple are Donny and Heidi Summers of Missoula, Mont. and Dennis and Laura Sutherland of Water Valley.
The bride wore an exquisite white satin gown featuring an open neckline with beaded spaghetti straps. The fitted satin bodice was detailed with flower appliqués, seed pearls and crystals. Scattered beading and appliqués decorated the tulle skirt which was trimmed with a satin cording extending into a chapel length train. Covered buttons and a small bow complimented the back of the gown. Her headpiece was a beaded comb with layers of illusion falling to the back waist. The brides bouquet held white lilies with mixed spring flowers tied with white satin ribbon.
The bride was attended by her maid of honor, Miss Samantha Lee Johnson, and bridesmaids, Jamie Renee Taylor, Heather Marie Taylor, Allison Lief McDonald, Jessica Lynn Mills, and Candy Michelle Sharp. Her flower girl was Amber Nicole Sharp.
The bridesmaids wore floor length strapless dresses in a sheer lavender floral print. The fitted bodice was accented with a side drape and crystal buttons. They carried bouquets of stargazer lilies tied with lavender satin ribbon. The flower girl wore an exact replica of the bridal gown.
The groom was attended by Larry Eugene Newsom Jr. as best man, and groomsmen, Nathan Wright Summers, Nicholas Hughon Roberson, Bryan William Martin, Luke Jerome Woodruff and Carl Michael Sharp Jr., Ryan Lee Summers served as ringbearer.
Ushers for the wedding were Michael Sutherland, Brad Sutherland, Garth Gladney and Dillon Cannon.
A program of nuptial music was presented by friends of the bride and groom, Tatum Shappley, vocalist and Greg Dillard, pianist.
The wedding was directed by Mrs. Jo Burns Marquis.
A reception was held immediately afterward in the Oxford University Club Grill featuring a delicious buffet and music by the Casey Lipe Band.
After a wedding trip to Hawaii the bride and groom will reside in Batesville. The bride is employed at LeBonheur Children's Medical Center in Memphis. The groom is employed at PMQ Magazine in Oxford.
Stoner-Bouchillon
Jennifer Leigh Stoner of Marks and Robert "Bobby" Hugh Bouchillon, Jr., of Senatobia were united in marriage at 3 o'clock in the afternoon on Saturday, June 7, 2003, at West Marks Baptist Church. The Reverend Mike Smithey officiated the ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Brian Stoner of Marks and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas James Sellers of Earle, Ark. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Edwin Stoner of Lexa, Ark., Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Jenkins of Marks and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Henry Dawson of Lexa, Ark.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Oscar Butler of Marks and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hugh Bouchillon of Birmingham, Ala. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Dempsey Bouchillon of Marks and the late Mr. and Mrs. Claude Russell Caldwell of Marks.
Beth Clegg, of Clarksdale, sister of the groom served as matron of honor. Other attendants were Kelly Hardy of Rogers, Ark., cousin of the bride, and her two sisters Tasha Guest and Leslie Stoner, both of Marks. Lindsay Hobson of Rogers, cousin of the bride, served as flower girl.
The bride wore an ivory strapless gown that was adorned with a beaded overlay band. The train was adorned with the same overlay of beading. Her bouquet was very bright and colorful. It included miniature Calla Lillies, Ambiance Roses, Rust Freesia and minature Gerber Daisies.
Her attendants wore shimmering sea green spaghetti strap dresses with full skirts. They were adorned with a shimmering blue sash. They carried bouquets with the same brightly colored flowers as the bride.
The church entry was decorated with white tulle, baby's breath and greenery. Inside the church was decorated with an abundance of greenery, Yellow Lillies, Red Sunflowers, Roses and Gerber Daisies.
Chris Jamison of Marks served as best man. Cliff Heffner of Marks, Kevin McDowell of Southaven and Peyton McCormick of Tupelo served as groomsmen. Master Caldwell Clegg, of Clarksdale, nephew of the groom, served as ring bearer.
Eric Patterson of Sledge, Nicholas Turner of Tillatoba and Kyle Stoner of Marks, brother of the bride, all served as ushers.
Family and guests were treated to a reception at Hobson's Commissary in Clarksdale. Clay pots of fresh flowers decorated the dining tables. Several large arrangements of flowers which adorned the buffet tables included bells of Ireland, Birds of Paradise, Ginger, Red Sunflowers and Italian Ruscus. The guest were entertained to the music of Terry Humphries.
After a honeymoon trip to Jamaica, the couple is making its home in Senatobia.
Wiggins-Posey
Ms. Janet Lee Wiggins and Mr. James Lee Posey were united in marriage on Feb. 8, 2003 at 2 p.m. at the Tupelo Church of God with the Honorable Jack Ezell officiating.
Janet is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Wiggins of Como. She is the granddaughter of the late Viola Biggs of Sardis and the late William Isbell of Walnut and the late Ed Wiggins of Truman, Ark., and the late Mary Wiggins Leach of Guin, Ark.
The bride wore a full-length dress with duel satin and re-embroidered lace featuring an empire top overlaid with lace. The round neckline and short sleeves were detailed with clusters of seed pearls, a princess panel skirt featuring a self-banding decorated with pearls and white flowers into a four-foot sweeping train.
Sarah Patrick Toliver of Sardis was Matron of Honor. She wore a half-sleeve, floor-length, hunter green sating gown. Bridesmaids were Wendy Jackson of Saltillo, Brittany Spence of Mooreville, Jessica Alexandra of Tupelo and Ashley Wiggins of Saltillo. All bridesmaids wore floor-length, sleeveless, hunter green satin gowns..
The flower girl was Rachel Dill of Mooreville and ring girl was Hannah Toliver of Saltillo. They wore sleeveless, floor-length, white satin gowns.
The bride was presented in marriage by the groom's father.
Williams-Parker
Mr. James Michael Williams of Sardis and Mrs. Debora Moore Parker of Batesville announce the marriage of their daughter, Kelly Renee Williams to Warren Heath Allen.
Heath is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Wayne Allen of Tunica. The bride is the granddaughter of Betty C. Moore of Batesville and the late Jolly Mack Moore and Dorothy C. Williams of Batesville. The groom is the grandson of Delma Tutor of Batesville and the late Zeta Tutor Collazo and the late Mr. and Mrs. Warren "Boots" Allen of Marks. The bride graduated from North Delta in 1996 and is also employed as co-owner at Warehouse Sales in Batesville. The groom attended South Panola High School and is employed at Warehouse Sales in Batesville.
A simple ceremony was held on Sept. 24, 2003, in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. A wedding reception and house warming shower will be held at the couples new home on Nov. 8, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Friends and family are invited.
Wooten-O'Neal
Jennifer Sue Wooten of Batesville and Sean David O'Neal of Enville, Tenn. were united in marriage at three-thirty in the afternoon on Saturday, June 14, 2003, at First Baptist Church in Batesville. Dr. B.J. Naylor of Henderson, Tenn. officiated the double ring ceremony. Michael Bates of Batesville assisted. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Wooten of Batesville. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Holden of Batesville and Mr. and Mrs. John Wooten of Shelbyville, Tenn.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe David O'Neal of Enville, Tenn. He is the grandson of Mrs. Fay O'Neal and the late Max O'Neal of Enville, Tenn. and Mrs. Dorothy Mitchell and the late William Mitchell of Henderson, Tenn.
The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a strapless gown of bridal white satin with princess lines. The bodice, front inverted pleat, and chapel length train were adorned with intricate beading of crystals, pearls and bugle beads. A fingertip veil of soft illusion accented with crystals complimented the gown. She carried a hand tied bouquet of yellow roses with coral tips.
Attending the bride as matron of honor was Mrs. Amy Kerr of Henderson, Tenn., sister of the bride. Maid of honor was Miss Sally Hanks of Memphis. Bridesmaids were Miss Hayley O'Neal of Enville, Tenn., sister of the groom, and Miss Ashlea Wooten of Bartlett, Tenn., niece of the bride. The attendants wore two piece gowns of coral satin and carried hand tied bouquets of miniature roses. Serving as flower girls were Kennedy Kerr, daughter of Barry and Amy Kerr; Katie Snow, daughter of Michael and Tracy Snow, and Makenzie Wooten, daughter of Roy and Natoshia Wooten.
Brad Wilson of Lodi, Calif., attended the groom as best man. Groomsmen were Tom Maness of Nashville, Tenn., Ian O'Neal of Enville, Tenn., and Jon Windel of Vernon, Ala. Serving as ushers were Barry Kerr of Henderson, Justin O'Neal and Seth O'Neal both of Enville.
Wedding music was provided by Jean Hentz, organist and Johnny Pace, soloist.
Following the ceremony the bride's parents hosted a reception at the Batesville Church of Christ annex. Serving at the bride's table were Kathy Bates and Jennifer Dickerson, both of Batesville. Amanda Pena of Memphis served at the groom's table. Also assisting was Jessica Baronowski of Batesville. Guest tables were covered with magnolia leaves, coral ribbon and candles. Fresh cut flowers and greenery accented the bride's table while the groom's table carried a western theme complete with cowboy hat and boots. Ferns accented the entry way.
After enjoying a wedding trip to Disneyland the couple are at home in Modesto, Calif.
Wright-Beard
Brenda Joyce Wright of Batesville and Ricky Thomas Beard of Batesville were united in marriage at 5 p.m. on Monday, June 23, 2003, at the Wedding Chapel of Chattanooga in Chattanooga, Tenn. The Rev. Morton C. Lloyd II performed the ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Donald and Peggy Wright of Batesville. She is the granddaughter of the late Henry and Grace Wright of Batesville and the late Harold and Myrtle Cook of Batesville.
The groom is the son of J.W. and Marie Beard of Courtland. He is the grandson of the late Leon and Ressie Hyland of Batesville and the late John and Addie Beard of Batesville.
The bride wore an off white lace dress with cap sleeves and a round neckline. She carried a bouquet of red and white artificial roses with baby's breath.
The couple took a wedding trip to Rock City and Ruby Falls in Chattanooga. Following the ceremony, the couple makes their home in Batesville.
