2006 Archives

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — Julie Renee Wadsworth of Pikeville and Jonathan Edward Batten exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Oct. 28 at 6 p.m. at Together Forever Wedding Chapel, with the Rev. Harold Mitchell officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Kenneth and Jean Wadsworth of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Carl H. and Nina Wadsworth and Venitia Thorne of Goldsboro and the late Marvin Lancaster.

The groom is the son of David and Marie Batten of Pikeville and the grandson of Estelle Throckmorton of Kinston, the late Milfred Batten and Judy Cogdell of Angier and the late Henry Cogdell.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, the couple reside in Pikeville.

ATLANTIC BEACH — Jessica Talbert of Oakboro and Christopher Foote exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Nov. 11 at 5 p.m. at Fort Macon State Park, with Wesley Johnson officiating.

The bride is the daughter of David Talbert of Oakboro and Darlene Talbert of Albemarle and the granddaughter of Robert Talbert of Oakboro.

She graduated from West Stanly High School in 2000 and attends Mount Olive College.

The groom is the son of Eugene and Wilma Foote of Mount Olive and the grandson of Ida Louise Holland and the late Herman Holland of Dudley.

He graduated from Southern Wayne High School in 1996 and attends Wayne Community College. He served in the Coast Guard.

The bride was escorted and given in marriage by her father.

Jennifer Hall was her sister’s maid of honor.

Elyse Mrache, friend of the couple, was the bridesmaid.

Eric Dail was his friend’s best man.

James Leonard, friend of the groom, was the groomsman.

Stacy Lowder, niece of the bride, was ringbearer.

A program of wedding music was provided by Amanda Rowland, friend of the bride, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, a dinner cruise reception was held out of Beaufort.

The couple reside in Mount Olive.

Mary Ida Johnson and Larry James Barber exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Dec. 10 at 5 p.m. at Goldsboro Wesleyan Church, with Pastor Al Thompson officiating.

The bride is the daughter of the late Preston Edward Johnson and Ida Mae Johnson.

She is employed at Elite Fashions.

The groom is the son of Jasper and Mary Barber.

He is employed at Cherry Hospital.

The bride was escorted and given in marriage by her uncle, Al Johnson, with the permission of her mother.

She wore a long ivory dress with a beaded and pleated satin leaf design on the bodice.

She carried a bouquet of pink and ivory roses in a silver vase.

Donna Mozingo was maid of honor.

Shane Ricketts was best man.

Ushers were Derek Stricklen, Paul Hayes, Kyle Riddle, Josh Magnus and T.J. Highsmith. Ken Carver was head usher.

Casey and Zoe Shearin were flower girls.

Kim Bogue directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Stacey Riddle and Miranda Hill.

Readers were T.J. Highsmith and Miranda Hill.

A program of wedding music was provided by Jillian Sanders, pianist and violinist; and Richard Phillips, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, friends and family held a reception in the church fellowship hall. Evelyn Johnson, Chris Etheridge, Jessica Carver, Emily Austin, Bobbie Riddle and Kim Bogue were servers.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple reside in Rosewood.

Events held before the wedding included a surprise dinner and shower at a local restaurant hosted by co-workers of the bride and a shower at the home of Cindy and Benny Johnson.

KEY WEST, Fla. — Tasha Jamell Exum and Hilton Corey Gray of Alexandria, Va., exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Nov. 7 at 10 a.m. at The Heritage House Gardens, with Michael Vernon officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Timothy Darryl Exum of Upper Marlboro, Md., and Arona Yvonne Exum of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of the late Carnell and Laura Forte Exum of Stantonsburg, James Lee of Goldsboro and the late Patricia Joyner Elliott of Fremont.

She is a 2001 graduate of Goldsboro High School and a 2005 graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Bachelor of Arts degree in United States history. She is employed as an administrative assistant at Northrop Grumman.

The groom is the son of Herbert Gray Sr. and Charlotte Ada Gray of Goldsboro and the grandson of the late Willie Gray Sr. and Eliza Wooten Gray of Seven Springs and the late John Paul and Dorothy Gilbert Jones of Elizabeth, N.J.

He is a 1999 graduate of Goldsboro High School and a 2003 graduate of Massachusetts Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science degree in computer sciences and a Bachelor of Arts degree in management. He is employed as a senior consultant at Aptify.

The bride was escorted by her grandfather, James Elliott, and given in marriage by her mother.

She wore a strapless floor-length gown of ivory chiffon. The bodice was embellished with beading and crystals. The asymmetrical waistline gathered at the side and flowed out into a semi-cathedral-length train.

Her headpiece was a two-tiered veil of silk illusion with a ribbon edge attached to a tiara accented with crystals.

The bride carried a mixed bouquet of pink oriental lilies and roses accented with white iris.

Adrain Jones was her sister’s maid of honor.

Herbert Gray III was his uncle’s best man.

Stevie Joyner, uncle of the bride, was the usher.

Tabu Whitfield, niece of the couple, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Matthew McCoy, brother of the groom.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held, followed by a dinner reception aboard a cruise ship. Sherry Joyner and Brenda Mills, aunts of the bride, and Clara Whitfield, sister of the groom, assisted during the reception.

After a wedding trip to Italy, the couple reside in Alexandria.

Events held before the wedding included a wedding shower Oct. 31 hosted by co-workers of the bride.

A rehearsal dinner was held Nov. 6 aboard a cruise ship.

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — Donna Gail Lassiter and Paul Raymond Howell exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Dec. 6 at 3:30 p.m. at Mountain Valley Chapel, with Gerald Lucas officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Randolph and Shirley Lassiter of Princeton.

She is a graduate of Rosewood High School. She is employed as an office assistant with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.

The groom is the son of Kenneth and Patricia Howell of Princeton.

He graduated from Rosewood High School. He is employed as a lead correctional officer at the North Carolina Department of Corrections.

The bride was escorted by her son, Christopher Lane, and given in marriage by her parents.

Shirley Lassiter was her daughter’s matron of honor.

Kenneth Howell was his son’s best man.

After a wedding trip to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, Tenn., the couple reside in Princeton.

Heather Michelle Grantham and Matthew Norman Pendergraph exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Dec. 2 at 5 p.m. at Rosewood First Baptist Church, with the Rev. E.C. Mattocks officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Michael Allen and Donna Parnell Grantham of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Mary Grantham, the late Rudy Grantham and Donald and Mildred Parnell of Goldsboro.

She is a 2002 graduate of Faith Christian Academy and a graduate of Wayne Community College. She is employed as a registered nurse at Wayne Memorial Hospital.

The groom is the son of Norman L. and Joan Ogburn Pendergraph of Goldsboro and the grandson of the late Troy and Ruth Pendergraph and the late Lloyd Jr. and Elsie Ogburn of Garner.

He graduated from Rosewood High School in 1996 and Wilson Technical Community College. He is employed as a firefighter with Goldsboro Fire Department and is owner of Pro Cut Lawn Service.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a white satin gown enhanced with a sweetheart neckline and gauntlet sleeves. The fitted bodice of Alencon lace was accented with clusters of seed pearls. The Basque waistline led to a flowing skirt with a scalloped edge that swept to a cathedral-length train.

Her tiara was accented with crystals and pearls with a fingertip veil.

The bride carried a bouquet of red and white roses.

Lynne Grantham was her sister’s maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Cindy Pendergraph, sister-in-law of the groom, and Jamie Weeks and JoAnn Smith, friends of the bride.

Norman Pendergraph was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Chris Pendergraph, brother of the groom, and James Farfour and Harold Isler, friends of the groom.

Ushers were Brantley Holland, cousin of the bride, and David Grice, Ricky Barnes and Adam Lockhart, friends of the groom.

Caroline Pendergraph, niece of the groom, was flower girl. Collin Pendergraph, nephew of the groom, was ring bearer.

Pam Grantham, aunt of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Ronnie and Debbie Philips. Meredith Grantham and Rachel Grantham, cousins of the bride, distributed programs.

Taylor Grantham, cousin of the bride, and Cameron Pendergraph, cousin of the groom, were acolytes.

A program of wedding music was provided by Jason Tew and Hillary Smith, friends of the couple, pianists, and Josh Lane, friend of the couple, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a dinner and dance reception at the church family life center. Wayne and Coneva Watkins, uncle and aunt of the bride, greeted guests.

Events held before the wedding included a pantry shower and luau hosted by Donald and Mildred Parnell, grandparents of the bride; a miscellaneous shower and cookout hosted by the Pendergraph family; a miscellaneous shower at Rosewood Baptist Church hosted by family and friends of the bride; a Tupperware shower and bachelorette party hosted by Lynne Grantham; and a handyman shower and bachelor party hosted by friends of the groom.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner.

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — Rebecca Dawn Crawford and Johnny Dickert Stribble exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Nov. 18 at 11 a.m. at Wedding Chapel By The Sea.

The bride is the daughter of Ben and Martha King of Mount Olive and the late Michael Crawford and the granddaughter of the late Norman and Juanita Crawford of Fremont and Joyce A. Pope and the late William E. Pope of Pikeville.

The groom is the son of the late Johnnie and Betty Stribble of Newberry, S.C., and the grandson of the late James and Helen Stribble of Newberry and the late Curtis and Carrie Dickert of Whitmire, S.C.

The couple reside in Mount Olive.

GRANTHAM — Donna Kaye Grady and Charles Albert Thomas exchanged vows in a ceremony Dec. 1 at Selah Christian Church, with the Rev. Patrick Muston officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mildred Grady and the late Granger Grady.

The groom is the son of the late William and Minnie Thomas.

The bride was escorted by her brother, Glenn Grady.

Lori Grady was her sister’s maid of honor.

Charles A. Thomas II was his father’s best man.

Ushers were Glenn Grady, brother of the bride, and Scott Thomas, son of the groom.

Leah Smith, niece of the bride, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Cathy Best, pianist, and Celena Smith, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church fellowship hall. Jane Stutts, friend of the bride, poured punch. Sandra Ryan, sister of the bride, cut the wedding cake.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple reside in Grantham.

Elizabeth Michelle Ingram and Christopher Allen Holmes exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Dec. 10 at 2:30 p.m. at The Brick Village, with the Rev. Tim Sharp officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Robert L. Jr. and Linda Ingram of Dudley and the granddaughter of Robert L. Sr. and Juanita Ingram and Eldon and Thelma Clark of Tampa, Fla.

The groom is the son of Paul and Merita Holmes of Goldsboro and the grandson of Walter Holmes, Judy Westbrook, Marshall Hinson and Margaret Hinson of Goldsboro.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a white satin strapless chapel-length gown with beading and embroidery with a lace-up corset back. The bodice band, trim and embroidery were in magenta.

Her headpiece was a butterfly crystal rhinestone tiara comb attached to a double-tiered white shoulder-length veil with magenta pencil trim.

Haley Wright was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Cathy Hunt and Susan Strickland.

Mike Canton was best man.

Groomsmen were Kevin Lungquist and Howard Howell.

Robert Strickland was the usher.

Presiding at the register were Judith Barlette and Desirae Dollar.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at The Brick Village. Janice Newcomb, Cheryl Griffin, Terry Hines and Sandra Lewis, friends, were servers.

The couple reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a wedding shower Nov. 19 in Emmaus Baptist Church fellowship hall hosted by members of the church.

HENDERSON — Stephanie Leigh Pernell and David Handley Pate exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Nov. 4 at 5 p.m. at South Henderson Pentecostal Holiness Church, with the Rev. Robert Keffer officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Steve and Sandra Pernell of Henderson and the granddaughter of Jack and Rachel Pernell of Henderson and Alps and Sally Ann Van Dyke of Kittrell.

She is a 2004 graduate of Northern Vance High School and attends Wayne Community College for a degree in dental hygiene.

The groom is the son of Junior and Mary Pate of Pikeville and the grandson of Margaret Batten and the late W.G. Batten of Goldsboro and the late Handley and Irene Pate of Pikeville.

He is a graduate of Faith Christian Academy. He is employed as an insurance agent for Woodmen of the World.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a white strapless gown. The bodice was embellished with crystals and sequins in a ruched waist draping to the side. The train was chapel-length.

She carried a hand-tied bouquet of miniature green hydrangas and Eskimo and Leonardo roses.

Dana Browning of Goldsboro was her sister’s matron of honor, while Kristie Pernell of Henderson, sister of the bride, was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Kristie Duncan of Henderson, cousin of the bride; Shannon Wade and Megan Franklin of Henderson; and Melissa Lawrence of Athens, Ga.

Junior Pate was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Matthew Pippin of Fremont; Lee Conyers of Goldsboro, nephew of the groom; Trey Mooring of Goldsboro, brother-in-law of the bride; and Bobby Chorba of Henderson, cousin of the bride.

Joelle Pernell of Henderson, cousin of the bride, was the junior bridesmaid.

Alyssa, Camden and Maecy Ross, cousins of the bride, were flower girls. Clayton Jarrad of Goldsboro, nephew of the groom, was ringbearer.

Jerri Bellany directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and greeting guests were Brittany Pernell and Casey Duncan of Henderson, cousins of the bride.

A program of wedding music was provided by the North Carolina Strings Quartet; Brenda Conyers of Goldsboro, sister of the groom, pianist; Nate Marriner of Cary, guitarist; and Jerri Bellamy of Colorado Springs, Colo., vocalist.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception in the church family life center.

After a wedding cruise to the Caribbean, the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal brunch Nov. 3 at the home of Shannon Wade hosted by Jane Duncan, Ms. Wade and Faye Pulley; a lingerie shower Oct. 20 at the home of Shannon Wade hosted by Dana Browning and Ms. Wade; a bridal shower Sept. 30 at the home of Brenda Conyers hosted by the groom’s family and friends; and a bridal shower Sept. 23 at Union Chapel Methodist Church hosted by family and friends.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Nov. 2 at their home.

HICKORY — Sally Frances Periconi and Harry Lee Schroeder of Arlington, Va., exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Oct. 21 at 4 p.m. at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, with the Rev. David Daly and the Rev. Brian Ballard officiating.

The bride is the daughter of David and Frances Periconi of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of the late Eugene and Ruth Periconi of Binghamton, N.Y., Beatrice O’Conner of Indianapolis, Ind., and the late Estell O’Conner of Cloverdale, Ind.

She is a graduate of Lenoir-Rhyne College and Appalachian State University. She is employed as a Spanish teacher at Prince William County Schools in Virginia.

The groom is the son of Dr. Lawson and Carole Schroeder of Stone Mountain, Ga., and the grandson of the late George and Lorraine Schroeder and the late Harry and Edith Malone of Memphis, Tenn.

He is a graduate of Oglethorpe University. He is employed as a regional sales manager with the Washington Capitals Hockey Team in Washington DC.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a satin, spaghetti strap empire-waisted gown with gold and silver beading.

She wore a crystal and pearl headpiece and a mid-length veil.

The bride carried a hand-tied bouquet of calla lilies, roses and mums.

Frances Periconi was matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Lilly Grossman, Jeannie Jandrew, Allison Periconi, sister-in-law of the bride, Dawn Carpenter and Gayle Ballard.

Dr. Lawson Schroeder was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Andrew Gregory, Dale Stephens, Steve Periconi, brother of the bride, Brad Dail and Jeremy Neisser.

Ushers were Sgt. Timothy Schroeder, Philip Schroeder and Michael Schroeder, brothers of the groom.

Lydia Periconi, niece of the bride, was flower girl. Jacob Schroeder, nephew of the groom, was ringbearer.

Karen Kahill directed the wedding.

A program of wedding music was provided by David Periconi, pianist; Jessica Grant and Cleve Hill, vocalists; and Tim Warren, organist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Market on Main in Hickory.

After a wedding trip to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, the couple reside in Alexandria.

Events held before the wedding included a shower Aug. 21 at Madison Avenue Baptist Church hosted by Betty Williamson, Joyce Edwards and Grace Williford.

Sherry Mckay of Pikeville and Roger Farrell Surratt of Pikeville exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Nov. 13 at 1:15 p.m. at the Wayne County Courthouse, with William Buchannon Jr. officiating.

The bride is the daughter of the late Rowland Manor Goodman of Richfield and Gracie Carolyn Page of Norwood and the granddaughter of Mary Edith Edwards of Norwood.

The groom is the son of Elgie Louis and the late Raymond Cletus Surratt of Norwood.

The bride was given in marriage by Wayne Narron.

Bobby Narron was best man.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the home of Faye Blizzard.

The couple reside in Pikeville.

SEVEN SPRINGS — Belinda Kay Price and Larry Gaston Westbrook exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Nov. 24 at 4 p.m. at Daly’s Chapel Church, with the Rev. Todd Sutton officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Sidney Ray Price Sr. and Pearl Seymour Price of Seven Springs.

She is employed at Cooper Standard Automotive.

The groom is the son of Ruth Rich and the late Paul Gaston Westbrook of Albertson.

The bride was escorted by the groom.

She wore an ivory tea-length two-piece acetate ensemble.

She wore a wrist bouquet of silk ivory roses with variegated ribbon.

Hannah Harper, granddaughter of the bride, was flower girl. Thomas Harper, grandson of the bride, was ringbearer.

Diana S. Beason, friend of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Peggy Barnes, friend of the bride.

Special helpers were Melanie Harper, daughter-in-law of the bride; Patsy Elliot, Susan Jones, Peggy Barnes and Diana Beason, friends of the bride; Bevery Sutton and Pam Price, sisters of the bride; Joann Price, sister-in-law of the bride; Chancey Thompson, niece of the bride; and Cathy Bower, niece of the groom.

A program of prerecorded wedding music was provided.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church fellowship building.

The couple will take a trip to Florida in the spring. They reside in Albertson.

MOUNT OLIVE — Kimberly Nicole Graham of Mount Olive and Sadrick Antwan Brunson of Mount Olive exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 30 at 4 p.m. at Mount Olive College, with the Rev. Clifford C. Hunt Jr. officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Charles Ray and Darlene Graham of Faison and the granddaughter of Roosvelt Graham and Flora Lee Graham of Mount Olive and Doretha T. Faison and the late Harry Faison of Faison.

The groom is the son of Kenneth Craddock of Calypso and Hattie Johnson of Mount Olive and the grandson of Glen Faison of Charlotte, the late Olethlo Craddock of Brooklyn, N.Y., and the late Gloria “Sweet Pea” Brunson of Mount Olive.

After a wedding trip to New York and Atlantic City, N.J., the couple reside in Mount Olive.

INDIAN BEACH — Cherity Marie Loudermelt and Kenneth Earl Gurganus exchanged vows in a double ring ceremony Oct. 28 at 4 p.m. at St. Francis By the Sea, with the Rev. Bill Rose officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Dan and Judy Loudermelt of Mill Spring and the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. H.D. Loudermelt of Cranberry and Laura Parlier and the late Ernest Parlier of Banner Elk.

She is a 2000 graduate of East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing. She is employed as a registered nurse at Wayne Memorial Hospital.

The groom is the son of Pearl Gurganus and the late Willie Gurganus of Goldsboro and the grandson of the late John and Irene Gurganus and the late Leonard and Hazel Grady of Goldsboro.

He is a 1988 graduate of Faith Christian Academy. He is employed as the general manager of Fat Cat Pawn and Jewelry.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore an ivory satin, strapless A-line gown with red trim, a red ribbon lace up back and a sweep train.

Her headpiece was a coordinating ivory fingertip-length lace veil with red ribbon trim and appliqués embellished with Swarovski crystals.

The bride carried a cluster bouquet of red roses.

Bridesmaids were Faith Loudermelt of Charlotte and Hope Figuero of Rock Hill, S.C., sisters of the bride, and Joy Loudermelt of Houston, Texas.

Groomsmen were Mason Campbell of Goldsboro, nephew of the groom, and Derrick Smith of Goldsboro and Andrew Hodak of Raleigh, friends of the groom.

Presiding at the register was Nancy Callentine of Seven Springs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Todd Doss of Goldsboro.

Robin Glasser of Raleigh read an Apache wedding blessing.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at St. Francis. A three-tiered chocolate wedding cake with red roses was served.

After a wedding cruise to the western Caribbean, Mexico and Florida, the couple reside in Dudley.

Events held before the wedding included an early-bird dinner Oct. 26 at Clawsons 1905 Restaurant in Beaufort followed by the Beaufort Ghost Walk and brunch Oct. 28 at Ruckerjohns in Emerald Isle.

A rehearsal dinner was held Oct. 27 aboard a Diamond City Cruises charter in Beaufort.

Joy Sauls Shivar of Snow Hill and Samuel William Sumrell Jr. of Farmville exchanged vows Oct. 28 at 6 p.m. at Lane Tree Country Club, with the Rev. McGee Creech officiating.

The bride is the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Fred Sauls of LaGrange.

The groom is the son of S.W. Sumrell Sr. and Patricia J. Sumrell of Farmville and the grandson of Lola W. Joyner and the late Mark W. Joyner of Farmville and Velma H. Sumrell and the late Harold E. Sumrell of Walstonburg.

The bride was escorted and given in marriage by her son, Dustin G. Shivar of Snow Hill.

She wore a chapel-length strapless gown of white satin with an embroidered bodice of black roses adorned with pearls and crystal sequins.

Her headpiece was a white waist-length veil outlined in crystals attached to a black and white crystal tiara.

The bride carried a clutch bouquet of white mixed flowers and ivy accented with pearls and black netting.

Sharon B. Dentzer of Goldsboro was her friend’s matron of honor.

J. Mack Smith Jr. of Farmville was his friend’s best man.

Ushers were Kenneth R. Sauls of LaGrange, brother of the bride; W. Craig Sauls of LaGrange, nephew of the bride; and Samuel W. Sumrell III and Matthew W. Sumrell of Raleigh, sons of the groom.

Nick, the couple’s pet Chihuahua, was an honorary usher in a tuxedo, tails and top hat.

Pam Daniels of Goldsboro directed the wedding. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lee Smith of Goldsboro presided at the register and distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Rick Thornton.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held. Teresa Crisp of Goldsboro was director.

After a wedding trip in the USA and Canada, the couple reside in Snow Hill.

Events held before the wedding included a birthday-bridal luncheon Oct. 24 at Texas Steakhouse hosted by Louise Ginn and a pig picking Oct. 7 at the party house of Jacob and Angie Turnage in Snow Hill, hosted by family and friends of the bride.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Oct. 27 at Lane Tree Country Club.

CAMP SPRINGS, Md. — Ryan Dishea Martin of Enterprise, Ala., and Isaac LaVon Underwood exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Oct. 14 at 3 p.m. at Andrews Air Force Base, with Prophetess Betty Bigsby officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Ronald and Doris Martin of Waldorf, Md., and the granddaughter of Eddie J. Martin and Willie Mae Martin of Milwaukee, Wisc., and Anna Evans and the late Willie Evans of Smyrna, Del.

She is a 2000 graduate of Enterprise High School and a 2004 graduate of TESST College of Alexandria, Va.

The groom is the son of Felicia Jones of Goldsboro and the grandson of the late Richard Lafayette of Charleston, S.C., and Vivian Christine Franklin of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Goldsboro High School in 1997 and attends the University of Maryland-University College for a Bachelor of Science degree in computer technology. He is employed as an administrative chief with the Marine Corps.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her father.

Latasha Teague was matron of honor, while Chasity Bell was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Donica Brown, Rasheba Kincey and Marcia Evans.

Redonno Carmon was best man.

Groomsmen were Richard Young, Anthony Martin and Lesile Broadhurst.

Ushers were Jaylen Evans and Nygal Drayton.

Cierra Teague was the junior bridesmaid.

Raquel Rawlings was flower girl. QuiShawn Underwood was ringbearer.

Cynthia Evans and Florence Flournay directed the wedding.

Tuesday Hairston, Kesha Latson, Jessica Rivera and Sarita Brown were special helpers.

A program of wedding music was provided by Evangelist Wilma J. Artis, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Holiday Inn’s Damon’s Grill in Waldorf.

The couple reside in Tarawa Terrace.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal shower hosted by aunts of the bride; a bridal shower hosted by WEC; and a bachelorette party hosted by friends.

Caitlyn Rae Narron and Christopher Daniel Weeks exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Nov. 18th at 6 p.m. at Bethel Church, with Steve Holder officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Jerry Austin Narron and Linda Narron McCaskill of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of the late John Arter Narron Sr. and Amanda Vileigh Narron of Goldsboro and Enda Flynn Duffe and the late Willard D. Duffe of New Castle, Pa.

She is a 2003 graduate of Rosewood High School and attends East Carolina University for a degree in family and consumer sciences education.

The groom is the son of Christopher Marvin and Rose Taylor Weeks of Goldsboro and the grandson of Glenniece Hires Weeks of Midway, Ga., the late Claude Marin Weeks of Goldsboro, Duncan Wesley Taylor of Kenly and the late Mary Marie Watkins Langley of Princeton.

He graduated from Wayne Christian School in 2001 and attends North Carolina Wesleyan College for a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration and accounting. He is employed at Bethel Church.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a champagne strapless, mermaid style gown with a scalloped chapel-length train. It had an ivory lace overlay with pearls throughout.

The headpiece was a chapel-length, champagne veil with pearls throughout.

The bride carried a bouquet of ivory roses wrapped with strands of pearls.

Callie Narron, sister of the bride, was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Clare Narron and Cara Narron, sisters of bride.

Christopher Weeks was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Brian Weeks, brother of the groom, and Connor Narron, brother of the bride.

Ushers were Cody Scrufari, Dylan Jones, Drew McGowan and Justin Ferrel.

Kailey Kincaid, cousin of the groom, was flower girl. Matthew Holder was ringbearer.

Teresa Pilkington, step sister of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Brittany Thompson. Tana and Tressa Horne distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Rich Holder, pianist, and Steve and Sharon Holder, Allen Moore, Melinda Moore, and Blake Holder, vocalists.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Walnut Creek Country Club.

After a wedding trip to St. Lucia, the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a shower at Bethel Church family life center hosted by the groom’s family; a kitchen gadget shower at the home of Rachel Sue Price hosted by cousins of the bride; a lingerie shower at the home of Kristie Howell hosted by Kristie Howell and Melinda Moore, friends of the couple; a shower at Rosewood First Baptist family life center hosted by the bride’s mother and sisters; and a bridesmaids’ luncheon at the home of Joan Narron Hardy, aunt of the bride, hosted by aunts and cousins of the bride.

The groom’s family held a rehearsal dinner at Bethel Church family life center.

MOUNT OLIVE — Sherry Bell Martin of Goldsboro and Jeremy Edward Grady exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Nov. 25 at 3:30 p.m. at Mount Olive Pentecostal Holiness Church, with Pastor Doug Bartlett officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Ronald and Debbie Berry of Goldsboro and Gary and Debbie Bell of Stantonsburg.

The groom is the son of Carroll and Diana Grady of Mount Olive.

The bride was escorted by her son, Skylar Martin.

A program of wedding music was provided by the family.

Family and friends held a wedding dinner at McCall’s.

DUDLEY — Holly Nicole Strickland of Mount Olive and Patrick Joseph Keefe Jr. of Mount Olive exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Nov. 11 at 3 p.m. at Emmaus Baptist Church, with Johnny Sasser officiating.

The bride is the daughter of James Dale Strickland of Spring Hope and Pamela Edwards Wilkes of New Bern and the granddaughter of Juanita Strickland, the late James Strickland, Ella Jean Edwards and the late Dalma Edwards of Spring Hope.

She attended Southern Nash Senior High School and graduated from Wayne Community College. She is employed as a nurse at Wayne Memorial Hospital.

The groom is the son of Corliss Sowers and the late Patrick Joseph Keefe of Dudley and the grandson of the late Elizabeth Keefe of Kinston and Jim and Susan Cunningham of Goldsboro.

He attended Southern Wayne High School and graduated from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. He is employed as a teacher at North Duplin High School.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

Lindsey Holloman was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Amber Kirby, Dorian Creech and Talia Strong.

John Mark Hill was best man.

Groomsmen were Matthew Wiggins, Daniel Strickland and Wayne Holley.

Ushers were Mark Reece and Ryan Price.

Ashlyn Williams was flower girl. John Williams was ringbearer.

Nancy Dickins and Anne Bass directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Mallory Bass. Sara Bass distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Patsy Morgan, pianist; Lindsey Reece, vocalist; and Paige Barwick, violinist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Walnut Creek Country Club.

After a wedding trip to Montego Bay, Jamaica, the couple reside in Mount Olive.

Events held before the wedding included a shower at the Royal Tea Room of Selma hosted by Lindsey Holloman; a shower at Free Union Free Will Baptist Church fellowship hall of Spring Hope hosted by friends and family of the bride; a shower at the home of Corliss Keefe of Dudley hosted by friends and family of the groom; a shower hosted by the 6th floor at Wayne Memorial Hospital; and a bachelorette weekend in New Bern.

A rehearsal dinner was held at Emmaus Baptist Church fellowship hall.

WILMINGTON — Tanya Diane Hardy of Wilmington and Brian Wilson Bennett of Wilson exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Oct. 28 at 2 p.m. at Frank H. Kenan Chapel at Landfall, with the Rev. Russell Heiland officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Diane Hardy of Goldsboro and Tony Hardy of Seven Springs.

She is a graduate of Eastern Wayne High School and Cape Fear Community College, where she received a degree in interior design.

The groom is the son of Bobby and Sue Bennett of Whitakers.

He is a graduate of Hunt High School and of Barton College, where he received a degree in broadcast communications. He is a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon.

The groom is employed as an insurance agent at Best Insurance Company in Fremont.

The bride was escorted by her mother and given in marriage by her family.

Amy Parcel of Harrisburg, Pa., and Stephanie Capps of Goldsboro served as matrons of honor, while Bobby Bennett, father of the groom, served as his son’s best man.

Groomsman were David Bennett of Greenville, brother of the groom.

Ushers were Todd Bass of Wilson and George Newsome of Wilson.

Maryjane Karas of Wilmington was flower girl. Ramona Wilson directed the wedding. Angie Bennett distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Guy Thornton, pianist, Mark Corbett, vocalist, and Leah Luedtke, violinist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at The Pilot House on the waterfront in downtown Wilmington.

After a wedding trip to Asheville, the couple reside in Wilson.

A rehearsal dinner was held by the groom’s parents at the Courtyard By Marriott in Wilmington on Oct. 27.

Other events held before the ceremony were a bridal shower at Salem Baptist Church on Sept. 17, a bridal shower given by the bride’s co-workers on Sept. 24, a family cookout given by Sylvan and Hilda Hardy, grandparents of the bride, on Oct. 1, a dinner party given by Mr. and Mrs. George Newsome in Wilson on Oct. 7, and a cookout hosted by Diane Hardy and family on Oct. 21.

KENLY — Kelly Ann Hinson of Raleigh and Brian Gregory Birdsall of Selma exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 30 at 5 p.m. at Kenly United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Jim Reed officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Major Gordon Hinson Jr. of Goldsboro and Rebecca Hill Maples of Goldsboro, the stepdaughter of Robert Maples and Vickie Hinson, and the granddaughter of Annie Hazel Hinson and the late Major Gordon Hinson Sr. of Mount Olive and Curtis E. and Nancy Fields Hill of Goldsboro.

She graduated from Southern Wayne in 1994 and attended Wake Technical Community College. She is employed as a member services representative at State Employees Credit Union.

The groom is the son of Rod and Kay Birdsall of Homer, N.Y., and the grandson of Lula and the late Howard Birdsall of Richford, N.Y., the late John and Doris Allis Breeds of McGraw, N.Y., and the late Minor Allis.

He is a 1991 graduate of Homer Central High School, a 1995 graduate of Perdue with a bachelor of science in civil engineering, and a 1999 graduate of North Carolina State University with a master of science in civil engineering.

He is employed as manager of asphalt operations and materials engineering at Carolina Sunrock LLC.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her family.

She wore a Casablanca dress made of a blush shantung fabric and covered with a delicate ivory beaded lace. The dress had a pleated waist band separating the bodice and the skirt that continued to a V point in back. The train was chapel length.

Rebekah Nassef, friend of the bride, served as matron of honor, while Crystal Gaddis, friend of the bride, was maid of honor.

Dennis Birdsall, brother of the groom, served as best man.

Groomsman was Chad Butts, friend of the groom.

Ushers were David Hinson, brother of the bride, and John Mark Hill, cousin of the bride.

Caroline Cutler was flower girl. Martha Shellman directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and distributing programs was Jennifer Cordell.

Chelsea Hill, cousin of the bride, was acolyte, and Robbie Phillips was vocalist.

Music was provided by the N.C. Strings.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Clayton Center in Clayton.

A reception was also held on Oct. 21 at the home of Kay and Rod Birdsall in Homer, N.Y.

After a wedding trip to Glacier National Park, Montana, the couple reside in Selma.

A rehearsal dinner at Sweetwaters in Selma was given by the parents of the groom.

Events held before the wedding included a miscellaneous shower hosted by Rebekah Nassef and Sue Davis, a miscellaneous shower hosted by Nancy Hill and Virginia Fields, and a miscellaneous shower hosted by the parents of the groom.

GOLDSBORO — Shenita Simon Wilder of Goldsboro and Darin Keith Dancy exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Nov. 18 at noon at The Original Tabernacle of Prayer for All People, Inc., with Apostle Lawrence Bogier officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Larry Thomas Wilder Sr. and Brendia Exum Wilder of Dudley and the granddaughter of John Mack of Fremont and the late Rose Locus Wilder of Fremont and Irene Hinnant and the late Walter J. Exum of Selma.

She graduated from Southern Wayne High School in 1991, Mount Olive College in 2000 with a bachelors of science in business administration — management and organization development, and Wayne Community College in 2006 in the Medical Insurance Billing and Coding Certificate Program.

She attends Wayne Community College for an associate of applied science in medical office administration.

She is employed as medical records manager at North Carolina Department of Corrections — Central Prison.

The groom is the son of Ernestine Dancy Thompson and the late Thurman Ward Sr. of Goldsboro and the grandson of the late Cleveland Ward of Mount Olive and Lily Ward of Mount Olive and Irene and the late George Dancy of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Goldsboro High School in 1987. He is employed as correctional officer at North Carolina Department of Corrections — Neuse Correctional Institution.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a white satin sleeveless, chapel length wedding gown with pearl and aerodescent sequin embellishments along the neck line and hem.

The veil was white double nylon sheer with pearl trimming.

The bride carried a bouquet of white roses with cranberry spriggs and cranberry and ivory ribbons.

LaQueila Wilder-Shaw, sister of the bride, served as matron of honor, while Tamara Wilder, sister of the bride, was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Denise Howard, friend of the bride, and Sherida Parks and Quanette Wilder, cousins of the bride.

Thurman Ward Jr., brother of the groom, served as best man.

Groomsmen were Larry Wilder Jr. and Lance Wilder, brothers of the bride; Darrius Wilder, son of the bride; and Darryl Dunn, nephew of the groom;

Kris Wilder, son of the bride, was junior groom.

Taeija Cannon, cousin of the bride, was junior bride.

The ushers were KQ’Vontay Wilder and Clinton Exum, cousins of the bride, and DeCarlus McDuffie, nephew of the groom.

The bell toller was Simeon Wilder, nephew of the bride.

Brionna Raynor, friend of the bride, was flower girl. Andre Wilder, son of the bride, was ringbearer.

Betty Peacock, aunt of the groom, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Velma Hinnant, aunt of the bride, and Shirley Howard, friend of the bride.

Hostesses were Hilda Wilder-Parks, Mona Exum and Arnette Cogdell. Vicky Waters distributed programs.

The wedding music was provided by vocalists Beverly Smith and Demarcus Council, friends of the bride, and Jerry Dortch, organist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at St. Mark’s Church of God in Goldsboro.

After a wedding trip to Virginia Beach and Williamsburg, Va., the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Prior to the ceremony, a rehearsal dinner was given by the parents of the bride at the home of the bride.

Other events held before the wedding included a bridal party held March 4 at the home of the bride, a surprise bridal shower held Oct. 14 at Ryan’s given by Brendia Wilder, Tamara Wilder, LaQueila Wilder-Shaw, Hilda Parks, Sherida Parks, Denise Howard and Quanette Wilder, a bachelor party held at Sandpipers in Fayetteville by Thurman Ward, Jr., and a bridal party given by co-workers of the bride at Central Prison.

WILMINGTON — Lisa Jane Dudding of Wilmington and Rodney V. Dawson Jr. of Wilmington exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Oct. 21 at 1 p.m. at Halyburton Park, with Pastor L. Jay Young officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Edward T. Dudding of Alexandria, Va., and Lucretia K. Schewe of Wilmington, the stepdaughter of William C. Schewe, and the granddaughter of the late William C. and Jenevee A. Dudding of Alexandria, Va., and Franklin and Lucille Ketchie of Athens, Ga.

She is a 1999 graduate of Emsley A. Laney High School and attended the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. In 2005, she graduated from Cape Fear Community College with an Associate Degree in Nursing. In 2005, she was licensed as a registered nurse. She is employed as a registered nurse on the neuroscience unit at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

The groom is the son of Rodney and Marcie Dawson of Seven Springs and the grandson of James and Rachel Dawson of Jasper and Grace Gurley of Rosewood and the late Morris Gurley of Rosewood.

He is a 1998 graduate of Southern Wayne High School and a 2003 graduate of Mount Olive College with a bachelor of science degree in psychology. He is employed as a police officer at the Wilmington Police Dept.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents and family.

She wore a strapless ivory Jaquelin satin gown with champagne accent borders and a sweep train. Pearl and crystal embroidery embellished the gown borders and handmade veil.

Amy E. Pusey was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Kerri E. Howell and Stacie S. Dawson.

Rodney V. Dawson served as best man.

Groomsmen and ushers were Christopher E. Dudding and David A. Dudding.

Cecelia E. Zidar was flower girl. Allison Howell directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and distributing programs was Lauren Sexton.

Music was provided by harpist Sarah Ketchie.

After a wedding trip to Banner Elk on Sugar Mountain, the couple reside in Wilmington.

Prior to the wedding, a rehearsal dinner was held at Wilson’s.

Other events held before the ceremony included a wedding shower given by Jamie Gurley, a bachelorette party given by Amy Pusey, a bridal shower given by Kathy Dudding, and a bachelor party given by Chris and David Dudding.

PRINCETON — Vicki LeaAnne Vineyard of Goldsboro and Steven Daniel Lowery of Henderson exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Oct. 28 at 2 p.m. at Whitley Church, with Pastor Andy Stovall officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Dennis Vineyard of Hallsville, Mo., and the late Patricia Vineyard of St. Louis, Mo., and the granddaughter of William and Marilyn Vineyard of Belgrade, Mo., and Billy Nickell of O’Fallon, Mo., and the late Florence Nickell.

She is employed as a certified medical assistant at Goldsboro Family Physicians.

The groom is the son of Jan and Tammy Grzelak of Henderson and the grandson of John Lowery Sr. and Annie Lowery of Henderson.

He is employed as a sales representative at Deacon Jones Ford Lincoln Mercury.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her father.

Karen Linker was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Jackie Lewis, Angela Clayton, Melanie Kirby and Jennifer Lowery.

John Lowery Sr. served as his grandson’s best man.

Groomsmen were Mark Lowery, John Lowery Jr., Adam Wynn and Mark Lutze.

Ushers were Bobby Clayton, Bailey Clayton, Christian Clayton and Christian Lowery.

Alyssa Vineyard was flower girl. Evan Lowery was ringbearer.

Kirston Stovall directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Reagan Clayton. Jonathan Clayton distributed programs.

Bethanie Kirby and Nikki Linker passed out bubbles.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Whitley Church. The staff at Goldsboro Family Physicians helped with the reception.

The couple reside in Rosewood.

Dana Michelle Parrish and Daryl Edwin Cato exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 16 at 5 p.m. at Sleepy Creek Country Club, with the Rev. Chad Strickland officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Danny and Phyllis Parrish of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Maxine Lipscomb, the late Kenneth Howell and the late Walter and Elizabeth Parrish of Goldsboro.

The groom is the son of Dave and Wanda Cato of Goldsboro and the grandson of George and Shirley Cato and Frank and Linda Gonzales of Florida and Jarvis and Lois Monroe of Virginia.

GRANTHAM — Sarah Dawn Kornegay and Allen Ray Darden exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 23 at 3 p.m. at Falling Creek United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Glenn McCullen officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Roger and Carolyn Kornegay of Grantham and the granddaughter of Frances Jackson, the late George Bryan Stevens and the late Milford and Ruth Kornegay of Grantham.

She is a 2003 graduate of Southern Wayne High School and a graduate of Pitt Community College with a diploma in cosmetology. She is employed as a hairstylist with Self Expressions Salon.

The groom is the son of Robert and Kay Darden of Grantham, the grandson of Ray and Lola Mae Brock and the late Mr. and Mrs. Faison Darden of Grantham and the great-grandson of Vonnie Brock.

He graduated from Southern Wayne High School in 2003. He is self-employed with Darden and Son Construction.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a strapless satin A-line gown with a beaded overlay and a split front with a sweep train.

Her headpiece was a waist-length scalloped veil attached to a crystal tiara.

The bride carried a hand cluster of flame calla lilies, confetti roses and yellow and orange lilies.

Stacey Kornegay Kelley served as her sister’s matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Angela McLamb of Rosewood and Brittany Craig and Crystal Gurley of Grantham.

Robert Darden was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Mike McLamb of Rosewood and Howard Brock and Scott Moody of Grantham.

Ushers were William Smith, cousin of the bride, and Jesse Kelley, brother-in-law of the bride.

Cody Stevens, cousin of the bride, was the reader.

Frances Smith, aunt of the groom, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Holly Strickland, friend of the couple. Katie Stevens, cousin of the bride, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Mike Overman.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception in the church fellowship hall. Margaret Staley, aunt of the bride, served the four-tiered wedding cake adorned with ribbon and fall flowers. Cindy Stevens, aunt of the bride, poured punch.

After a wedding cruise to the Bahamas, the couple reside in Grantham.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal luncheon Sept. 16 at the Steak Barn hosted by Stacey Kelley, sister of the bride; a miscellaneous shower Sept. 10 at Falling Creek United Methodist Church fellowship hall hosted by the United Methodist Women; a lingerie shower Sept. 9 at the home of Linda Strickland hosted by Jamie Smith and Holly and Lindsay Strickland; and a miscellaneous shower Aug. 27 at the home of the groom’s mother hosted by the groom’s mother and Angela McLamb, sister of the groom.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at Falling Creek Church fellowship hall.

Kristina Lynn Mills of Goldsboro and Christopher Wayne Gregory exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Nov. 4 at 3 p.m. at Falling Creek Baptist Church, with Ron Varner officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Danny Keith and Lillian Yvonne Mills of Mount Olive, the granddaughter of the late Marvin G. and Mary Glover Mills of Goldsboro and Robert and Catherine “Bonnie” Lassiter of Seven Springs and the great-granddaughter of Callie Parks of Seven Springs and Catherine K. Mills of Goldsboro.

She is a 2000 graduate of Southern Wayne High School and a 2004 graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with degrees in communication studies and psychology. She attends Campbell University for a master’s degree in counseling. She is employed as school counselor at Wayne County Public Schools.

The groom is the son of Pamela Sue Gregory and the late Timothy Wayne Gregory of Goldsboro and the grandson of George and Juanita Gregory, the late Sam and Edna Stiffler and Donnie and Nancy Littleton of Goldsboro and James and Ina Garnett of Green Cove Springs, Fla.

He graduated from Rosewood High School in 1999 and attends Johnston Community College for a nursing degree. He is employed at Carolina Doric Inc.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a white strapless gown with a bodice embellished with crystals.

Her headpiece was a tiara accented with crystals and pearls with a finger-tip veil adorned with crystals.

The bride carried a bouquet of white lilies and blue flowers.

Catherine Matthieu was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Miranda Mills, Candace Mills and Danielle St. Clair.

Richard Gregory was best man.

Groomsmen were Charles Visnosky and Clay Ingram.

Rachel McCollum was the junior bridesmaid. Charles Mills was the junior groomsman.

Cathy Eubanks directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Patience Gray. Sarah McCollum distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Jill Howell, vocalist, and Bess Sawyer, organist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the church.

After a wedding cruise to the western Caribbean, the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a bachelorette party Oct. 20 hosted by bridesmaids and friends; a bridal shower Oct. 18 hosted by co-workers at Carver Elementary School; a lingerie shower Sept. 30 at the home of Patience Gray hosted by Mrs. Gray; and a bridal shower Sept. 24 at the home of Cathy Eubanks hosted by the bride’s family.

A rehearsal dinner was held Nov. 3 at the Country Squire.

MOREHEAD CITY — Meredith Ashley Smith of San Diego, Calif., and Nathan Warren McElmurry of Laguna Beach, Calif., exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 23 at 5 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, with Dr. Billy F. Seate officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Marshall Smith of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Grace Howell Smith and the late John Lee Smith of Goldsboro and Dorothy Hood Bryan and the late James Edward Bryan of Goldsboro.

She a graduate of Goldsboro High School, Duke University with an undergraduate degree and the University of Texas in Austin with an MBA degree. She is employed as a consultant at Booz Allen Hamilton of San Diego.

The groom is the son of Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Emmett McElmurry of Houston, Texas, and the grandson of Col. Thomas Uriel McElmurry and the late Katherine Massey McElmurry and Col. Franklin Wilbur Swann and the late Margaret Manson Swann of Houston.

He graduated from high school in Houston, Texas A&M University with an undergraduate degree and the University of Texas in Austin with an MBA degree. He is employed in the commercial real estate division at General Electric of Irvine, Calif.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore her mother’s formal white satin wedding gown with a detachable train.

A fingertip veil of silk illusion was attached to a silver headband of pearls and flowers.

Claire Butler Delong of New York City, N.Y., served as her college roommate’s matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Beth Wilson Bowman of Wake Forest, friend; Robin Alger Cherry of Cambridge, Mass., Erica Brynes Hill of Durham and Ellen Lee McCance of New York City, college friends; Kodi Cage Sisson of Austin, friend of the bride; and Alison Elizabeth McElmurry of Sugarland, Texas, Kelly McElmurry Stanka, of Fulshear, Texas, and Melissa Paige McElmurry of Houston, sisters of the groom.

Dr. Stephen Emmett McElmurry was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Thomas Edward Flader of Houston, Jason Reeves Mills of Austin and Richard Emil Mason of Waco, Texas, college friends; Brent Thomas Funston of Los Angles, Calif., and Michael Shelby Pruett of Jackson, Wyo., friends; and Jonathan Charles McElmurry and Luke Andrew McElmurry of Houston and Joseph Bradley McElmurry of Las Vegas, Nev., brothers of the groom.

Rebecca May Judge of Kula, Hawaii, college friend, was the reader.

Audrey Dow Stanka and Ashley Emerson Stanks, nieces of the groom, were flower girls.

Cecilia Budd Grimes directed the wedding. Evelyn Pappas-Spiliotis and Dr. Amanda Stein Carmel, college friends of the bride, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Diane Finan of Goldsboro, former piano teacher of the bride, pianist, and Parker Smith Swann of Lexington, cousin of the groom, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at Beaufort Historic Site in Beaufort. Nancy Locker Creech of Raleigh and Mr. and Mrs. Charles P. Gaylor III of Goldsboro greeted guests.

After a wedding trip to French Polynesia, the couple reside in Corona Delmar, Calif.

Events held before the wedding included a Sunday morning send-off hosted by friends and a bridesmaids’ luncheon Sept. 23 at Spouter Inn.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at Beaufort Grocery Sept. 22.

NAHUNTA — Mr. and Mrs. Lonnie Dewey Woodard of Princeton announce the marriage of their daughter, Lindsay Allison Woodard, to Todd Harris Moen Nov. 7.

The bride is the granddaughter of Hazel Woodard and the late Lonnie Woodard of Princeton and the late Robert and Elizabeth Linton of Goldsboro.

She is a graduate of Faith Christian Academy. She is employed with Davita Dialysis.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Harris Virgil Moen of Goldsboro and the grandson of the late Reuben and Ora Belle Sasser of Pikeville and the late Verna Wollin of Minnesota.

He graduated from Rosewood High School. He is employed with Davita Dialysis.

The couple reside in Nahunta.

SPRING HOPE — Amanda Louise Vincent of Wilson and Clinton Lee Tittle of Dudley exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 23 at 4 p.m. at Free Union Church, with the Rev. Lester Duncan and the Rev. Jimmy Price officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Billy and Becky Vincent of Spring Hope and the granddaughter of Louise Vincent of Spring Hope, the late John Vincent of Greenville and the Rev. Lester and Nancy Duncan of Wilson.

She is a graduate of Southern Nash Senior High School and Mount Olive College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in visual communications. She is employed as a marketing specialist at IMPulse NC Inc.

The groom is the son of Doug Tittle of Mount Olive and Vicki DeBoef of Buffalo, Minn., the stepson of Wayne DeBoef of Buffalo and the grandson of the late Earl and Lois Tittle of Dudley and Orville and Joyce Cordes of Clifton, Ill.

He graduated from Southern Wayne High School. He is employed as a purchasing agent at IMPulse NC Inc.

The bride was escorted and given in marriage by her father.

She wore a white strapless organza A-line gown with side drapings and scattered beading.

She carried miniature white calla lilies.

Kim Daughtry was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Carrie Brown, Lori Hicks, Angie Bowen, Heather Lamm and Brandy McPhaul.

Don Tittle was best man.

Groomsmen were Michael Duncan and Richard Bailey.

Ushers were Andy Backus, Chris Coulter, Jay Allen, Rodger Giasson and Bruce McNeill.

Haley Bowen, Abby Allen and Taylor Tittle were flower girls. J.D. Backus was ringbearer.

Mandy Backus directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Linda Lamm. Katie Blizzard and Sarah Weaver distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Cindy Pace, pianist; Robbie Hendricks, vocalist; and Ray Holmes, guitarist.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at the Moose Lodge in Wilson. Tracey Gregory cut the wedding cake. Janie Reinwald poured punch. Tim and Darlene Duncan greeted guests.

After a wedding trip to Orlando, Fla., and Nassau, Bahamas, the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal shower July 16 at Free Union Church fellowship building hosted by the bride’s mother and a Pampered Chef bridal shower March 17 at the home of Linda Lamm hosted by the groom’s mother, and Mrs. Lamm, aunt of the bride.

The couple’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Sept. 22 at Free Union Church fellowship building.

SMITHFIELD — Crystal Gail Braswell and Michael Shawn Boose of Princeton exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Nov. 11 at 5 p.m. at First Baptist Church, with the Rev. Josh Williamson officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Linwood and Gail Braswell of Princeton and the granddaughter of Leon and Loreece Radford of Princeton and the late Chester and Veatrice Braswell.

She is a graduate of Princeton High School and East Carolina University with a Master of Science degree in communication sciences and disorders. She is employed with Wayne County Public Schools as a certified speech-language pathologist.

The groom is the son of William and Jane Boose of Turkey and the grandson of Shaw M. Bryant, the late Anthony Pinyatello and the late Robert and Beulah Boose.

He graduated from Hobbton High School and the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication studies. He is employed as a senior loan officer with the State Employee’s Credit Union of Smithfield.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a formal gown of white satin and chiffon with a square neckline accented with spaghetti straps. The fitted bodice was gathered at the waist with a floral beading design and flowed into an A-line skirt. The semi-cathedral train was beaded with bugle beads and crystals.

Her headpiece was a tiara of rhinestones attached to a two-tiered veil of silk illusion adorned with floral embroidery accented with crystal beading on the edge.

The bride carried a clutch bouquet of Anna roses, spray roses, stargazer lilies, stock, freesia, lisianthus and borwardia accented with pearl headpins and jeweled picks.

Heather Braswell served as her sister’s maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Candice Allison of Angier, Bonnie Braswell of Fuquay-Varina, April Furr of Clayton, Karen Rawls of Greenville, Jennifer Shaw of Clayton and Alyson Worley of Princeton, friends of the bride.

William Boose was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Travis Braswell of Fuquay-Varina and Tyler Braswell of Princeton, cousins of the bride, and Jim Barbour and Brian Jackson of Raleigh, Shawn Jackson and Scott Matthews of Roseboro, Eric Tew of Dunn and Bradley Tew of Goldsboro, friends of the groom.

Michaela Radford, cousin of the bride, was the miniature bride. Jackson Sherron, friend of the bride, was the miniature groom.

Grace Worley of Princeton directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Amy Pinyatello of Raleigh, cousin of the groom. Afton Daniels of Manteo and Caroline Bentley of Cary, friends of the bride, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Phyllis Edwards of Princeton, pianist; Thad Hardee of Smithfield, organist; and Angie Proctor of Princeton, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a dinner reception at the church fellowship hall.

After a wedding trip to Jamaica, the couple will reside in Princeton.

Events held before the wedding included a bridesmaids’ dinner Nov. 3 at the Royal Tea Room of Selma hosted by the bride and her mother; a bridal shower Oct. 15 hosted by Grace Church family; a bridal shower Sept. 30 hosted by friends of the bride; a bachelorette party Sept. 29 hosted by the bridesmaids; a lingerie shower Sept. 29 hosted by Bonnie Braswell and Alyson and Grace Worley; a bridal shower Sept. 10 hosted by family and friends of the groom; a southern living home shower Aug. 12 hosted by April Furr and Jennifer Shaw; and a bachelor weekend Aug. 17 through 20 in Myrtle Beach, S.C., hosted by the groomsmen.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Nov. 10 at First Baptist Church.

ATLANTA Ga. — Ariel Dana’ Wallace of Goldsboro and Sincere Carter of Raleigh exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Nov. 3 at noon at Mt. Zion church of Christ, with the Rev. Wadell. officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Philliph Vann and Pamela Denise Wallace of Atlanta and the granddaughter of Timothy Wallace and the late Rossie Wallace of Mount Olive.

She attends Atlanta Clark University and will attend the School of performing Arts in New York.

The groom is the son of Ronald Haggins of Newport News, Va., and Patricia Lanette Carter of Raleigh and the grandson of Carol Rice and Tim Rice of Detroit, Mich., and Linda Cole.

He is employed as a talent agent at Hot Lanta Enterprises.

The bride was escorted by and given in marriage by her father.

She wore a creamy white dress with a two-foot train and rhinestones on the bust line.

Denise Wallace was matron of honor, while Andrea Wallace was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Danielle Wallace, Andrea Wallace, Jalissa Wallacw, Vanessa Richardson, Monique Cobb, Amy Geikl and Keaura Rivers.

Sean Campbell was best man.

Groomsmen were Rasheed Woods, Anthony Brooks, Kevin Reynolds, Andre Patterson, Micheal Eason and Seth Kelly.

Ushers were Kenin Sykes and Jerome Steel.

Destiny Brown and Cameron Brown were junior bridesmaids.

Myasia Mckinney was flower girl. Devontae Wright was ringbearer.

Tina Richardson directed the wedding.

A program of wedding music was provided by Lamar Wright, pianist.

After a wedding trip to Hawaii, the couple reside in Atlanta.

Events held before the wedding included a housewarming party.

A rehearsal was held Oct. 28 at Piedmont Park.

DURHAM — Evelyn Nicole Minnish of Durham and Christopher Brian Currie of Durham exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Oct. 21 at 3 p.m. at Bethesda Baptist Church, with the Rev. Hugh O’Shields officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Joseph Roy Stancil of Westminster, S.C., and Edna Garris Stancil of Seven Springs and the granddaughter of Marie Pauline Chatlos and the late Albert Austin Chatlos of Richland, S.C., and the late Allen Tank and Mary Price Garris of Seven Springs.

She is a 2003 graduate of North Carolina State University with degrees in psychology and criminology. She is employed as a breast cancer research associate at Social and Scientific Systems.

The groom is the son of Robert Duncan Currie Jr. and Linda Glenn Currie of Wilmington and the grandson of Iris Currie, the late Robert Duncan Currie Sr., Mary Helen Glenn and the late Ralph Augustus Glenn of Durham.

He graduated from North Carolina State University in 1996 with a degree in zoology and a minor in genetics and business management. He is employed as a biologist at Piedmont Research Center.

The bride was given in marriage by her parents.

She wore an ivory organza A-line gown with green beading and a sage ribbon sash. It featured a multipanel petal skirt and chapel train. She also wore a pearl tiara with rhinestone flowers and green metallic leaves.

Her veil was fingertip-length with a bugle bead edge.

The bride carried a European-style bouquet of long stemmed calla lilies.

Amy Urzi served as her friend’s matron of honor, while Brookie Ann Stancil, niece of the bride, was maid of honor.

Joy Vaughn, friend of the bride, was the bridesmaid.

Robert Duncan Currie Jr., was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Paul Stancil, brother of the bride, and Craig Johnson, friend of the groom.

Ushers were Timothy Glenn, uncle of the groom, and Derek Lee Bradley, nephew of the bride.

Morgan Stancil, niece of the bride and Caroline Guthrie, friend of the groom, were junior bridesmaids.

Sarah Grace Guthrie, friend of the groom, was flower girl.

Elaine Foster, aunt of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Becki Grandstaff, cousin of the groom.

A program of wedding music was provided by Steve Parrott, friend of the groom, vocalist, and Judy Parrott, friend of groom, organist.

Following the ceremony, Helen Glenn held a reception was held at the church fellowship hall. Pam Eccles, aunt of the groom, and Kristi Ritch, aunt of the bride, served the wedding cake. Debbie Goss and Linda Glenn, aunts of the groom, poured punch.

After a wedding trip to Scotland and Ireland, the couple reside in Durham.

Events held before the wedding included a bride-groom shower at First Presbyterian Church of Richland hosted by Marie Chatlos, Elaine Foster, Linda Stancil and Kristi Ritch and a bridal shower at Shearon Arces Free Will Baptist Church of Durham hosted by Debbie Goss, Jennifer Detweiler and Iris Currie.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Oct. 20 at the Radisson of Durham.

Amy Kristen Faucette and Frank Robert Gamble III of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Nov. 11 at 4 p.m. at Lane Tree Golf Club, with Gene Hood officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Anita K. Faucette and the late Robert L. Faucette of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of the late Leroy and Ruby Faucette of Mount Olive and Robert and Mary Underwood of Ocklawaha, Fla.

She is a 1998 graduate of Eastern Wayne High School and a 2002 graduate of Wayne Community College. She is employed as a nurse at Wayne Urological Associates.

The groom is the son of Frank Gamble Jr. of Springfield, Pa., and Brenda Murphy of Upland, Pa., and the grandson of Elizabeth Gamble and the late Frank Gamble Sr. of Havertown, Pa., and John and Margaret Kummerer of Brookhaven, Pa.

He graduated from Springfield High School in 1999. He is serving in the Air Force.

The bride was escorted by her uncle, Don Kyzer, and given in marriage by her mother.

She wore a wore a pearl matte satin strapless wedding gown. The bodice of the empire gown was embellished with seed pearls, clear sequins and crystals. The modified A-line skirt flowed into a semi-cathedral train with a matching band of embroidery along the bottom of the skirt and the train.

Her tiara with seed pearls and crystals was attached to a fingertip-length veil adorned with crystals.

The bride carried a bouquet of red roses and coffee berries.

Christina Faucette served as her sister-in-law’s matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Tracey Drake, Dana Sutton and Jessica Cameron, friends of the bride.

David Gamble was his brother’s best man.

Groomsmen were Chris Drake, J.T. Jordan and Clinton Cameron, friends of the groom.

Abbey and Margaux Pope, friends of the bride, were junior bridesmaids. Junior groomsmen were Robert and Ryan Faucette, nephews of the bride.

Sherll Barnes directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Shelly Willis. Anna Kierski and Lucy Bland distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Auleana Barnes, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, a dinner and dance reception was held at Lane Tree Golf Club.

After a wedding trip to Gatlinburg, Tenn., the couple will reside in Pikeville.

Events held before the wedding included a Christmas shower Oct. 29 hosted by co-workers at Carolina Adult and Pediatric Medicine; a miscellaneous shower Oct. 22 at Sleepy Creek Country Club hosted by Chris and Lee Faucette and Sherll Barnes; a honeymoon shower Oct. 7 hosted by Tracey Drake and Dana Sutton; and a bridal shower Sept. 22 hosted by co-workers at Wayne Urological Associates.

A rehearsal dinner held at the Country Skillet.

CALYPSO — Amanda June Rackley of Calypso and David Kemp Merritt of Calypso exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Nov. 11 at 3 p.m. at Calypso Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Chris Currie officiating.

The bride is the daughter of James Warren Rackley of Faison, Rick and Cecile Mooney of Greensboro and the late Bill Edwards and the granddaughter of the late Wilbert James and Hazel W. Rackley, Cecil M. Langley of Calypso, the late Lillian B. Langley, Betty Mooney of Greensboro and the late June G. Langley.

She is a graduate of North Duplin High School and a 2002 graduate of Campbell University with a Bachelor of Science degree in social work. She is employed as a social worker in Duplin County Schools.

The groom is the son of R. Wayland “Wade” and Martha Merritt of Dudley and Tim and Beverly Cobb Clifton of Turkey and the grandson of Robert Wayland Merritt Sr. and Lois H. Merritt of Dudley, Edna R. Cobb of Mount Olive , the late Wayland Cobb and Lois Clifton of Turkey.

He graduated from Union High School and the Golf Academy of the Carolinas in Myrtle Beach, S.C., in 2001. He is a member of the Mount Olive Fire Department. He is employed as a technician at Norment Security Group in Garner.

The bride was escorted by her father and stepfather and given in marriage by her family.

She wore a floor-length satin gown with a mermaid silhouette with an overlay of Chantilly lace. It featured a square neckline and spaghetti straps. The cathedral-length train was accented with pearls and sequins.

Her chapel-length veil was attached by a comb adorned with lace, pearls and crystals. The bride carried a cascading bouquet of gardenias, stephanotis and white roses interspersed with ivy and ruscus.

Nicole Cottle was maid of honor.

Honorary bridesmaids were Brandi Schoolcraft and Blair Jones, cousins of the bride; Becky Rackley, sister-in-law of the bride; and Christie Stevens, Crystal Page, Beverly Pope and Sarah Hull, friends of the bride.

Geoffrey Wayland Merritt was his brother’s best man.

Ushers were Jay Rackley, brother of the bride, and Kelly Paul Grady, cousin of the groom.

Lydia Strickland, Emily Lewis and Paige Lewis, nieces of the groom, were flower girls. Alex Sarantos, son of the bride, was ringbearer.

Becky Straughn directed the wedding.

A program of wedding music was provided by Bryan Baker, pianist.

Following the ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. Rick Mooney held a reception at the Country Squire. Mr. and Mrs. Steve Jones greeted guests.

After a wedding trip, the couple will reside in Calypso.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal luncheon Nov. 11 at the home of Debbie Jones hosted by Mrs. Jones, Brandi Schoolcraft and Blair Jones; a miscellaneous shower Oct. 22 at Calypso Presbyterian Church hosted by Debbie Jones, Billie Carol Grady and Donna Ricks; and a bridal luncheon Oct. 21 at Another Place in Time Tea Room in Clinton hosted by Laveita Brinson, Lois Merritt and Martha Merritt.

Mr. and Mrs. Tim Clifton, family and friends held a rehearsal dinner Nov. 10 at the Country Squire.

GREENSBORO — Melody Carol Moody-Britt and Adam “Heath” Swaim exchanged vows in a ceremony Oct. 14 at Embassy Suites Hotel, with the Rev. Mike Jordan officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Jeanne Thompson and William Britt Jr. of Goldsboro and the late Larry Moody and the granddaughter of William and Hilda Britt and Carol Shiers of Goldsboro and Charles and Louise Thompson of Newport.

The groom is the son of Joe and Kaye Swaim of Reidsville and the grandson of James and Ruth Cox of Asheboro and the late Howard and Brona Swaim.

The bride was given in marriage by her brothers, Wesley and Cody Britt of Goldsboro.

Kim Phipps of King George, Va., served as her friend’s matron of honor.

Attendants were Amanda Price of Grantham and Heather Anthony of Goldsboro, friends of the bride.

Joe Swaim was his son’s best man.

Chad Salenius of Atlanta, Ga., friend of the groom, was honorary best man.

A program of wedding music was provided by Bobby and Julie Fugate of Smyrna, Tenn., brother-in-law and sister of the groom, vocalists.

After a wedding trip to Jamaica, the couple reside in Winston-Salem.

Dawn Elizabeth Gruebel and Shayne Kevin Williams exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Nov. 4 at 3 p.m. at Eureka Christian Church, with the Rev. Frank Purvis officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas William Gruebel of Mount Olive and the granddaughter of Clara Holmes and the late James “Sonny” Holmes of Mount Olive and the late Mr. and Mrs. Francis Gruebel of Williston Park, N.Y.

She is a1992 graduate of North Duplin High School and Wayne Community College with an associate degree in dental hygiene. She is employed as a registered dental hygienist with Dr. Joseph Ray Mooring Jr.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Linwood Williams of Mount Olive and the grandson of Naomi Grantham and the late Carl Grantham of Mount Olive and the late Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Williams of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Southern Wayne High School in 1993. He is employed as a machine operator with Hilex Poly.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

Laura Gruebel of Winston-Salem served as her sister-in-law’s matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Heather Henry of North Ridgeville, Ohio, friend of the bride; Heather Hudson of Mount Olive, cousin of the bride; and Carla Williams of Wilson, sister of the groom.

Linwood Williams was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Dr. Tad Gruebel of Winston-Salem, brother of the bride; Steve Holmes of Mount Olive, uncle of the bride; and Chris Williams of Fuquay-Varina, brother of the groom.

Rachel Gruebel of Winston-Salem, niece of the bride, was the junior bridesmaid. Kevin Williams of Mount Olive, son of the groom, was the junior groomsman.

Lillian Gruebel of Winston-Salem, niece of the bride, was flower girl. Christian Gruebel of Winston-Salem, nephew of the bride, and Hayden Williams of Fuquay-Varina, nephew of the groom, were ringbearers.

Kaye Harrell of Mount Olive, friend of the couple, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Crystal Whitfield of Mount Olive, cousin of the groom. Heather Toler of Mount Olive, cousin of the groom, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Joyce Strickand of Mount Olive, pianist; Marty Gurganus of Pikeville, vocalist; and Eddy Richards of Mount Olive, sound technician.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at the Big Barn Theater. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Morris, uncle and aunt of the bride, greeted guests. Joyce Holmes, aunt of the bride, and Corine Holmes, cousin of the bride, cut the wedding cake. Barbara Wolfe and Cathy Heed, aunts of the bride, poured punch.

After a wedding trip to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tenn., the couple reside in Mount Olive.

Events held before the wedding included a dinner Oct. 24 at Sumos of Clinton hosted by co-workers of the bride; a miscellaneous shower Oct. 8 at the home of Heather Toler hosted by the groom’s family; and a miscellaneous shower Oct. 1 at the home of Joyce Holmes hosted by the bride’s family.

The groom’s family held a rehearsal dinner in the church fellowship hall. The couple chose this time to present gifts to their attendants.

SEVEN SPRINGS — Elana Jo Sumner and Seth Thomas Blizzard exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 16 at 5 p.m. at Daly’s Chapel Church, with the Rev. Todd Sutton officiating.

The bride is the daughter of John Edgar Sumner and Janice Marie Sumner of Pink Hill and the granddaughter of Lettie Elizabeth “Tiny” Sumner and the late John Ivey Sumner of Pink Hill and Annie Brown Anderson and the late Eddie James Anderson of Warsaw.

She is a 2000 graduate of East Duplin High School, a 2004 graduate of Mount Olive College with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration with a concentration in accounting and a 2006 graduate of Campbell University with an MBA. She is employed as a staff accountant at H. Donald Pickett and Co.

The groom is the son of William Thomas and Amelia Boyette Blizzard of Mount Olive and the grandson of Seth “Snowball” Thomas, the late Marlene Taylor Blizzard and Eleanor “Tootsie” Herring of Mount Olive and Cecil Boyette Jr. of Kinston.

He graduated from East Duplin High School in 1999, Wayne Community College in 2001 with a degree in heating/air and refrigeration and James Sprunt Community College in 2001 with a degree in electrician/electronics. He is employed as a service technician at D.M. Price and Sons.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a white strapless satin wedding gown with gold and silver embroidery.

The bride carried stargazer lilies and white roses.

Pamela Lynn Kennedy was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Mandi Hope Eason, Kelly Turnage Hill and Brandy Summerlin.

William Thomas Blizzard was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Seth Thomas “Snowball” Blizzard, grandfather of the groom, Todd Summerlin and Kirk Evan Kennedy.

Rhonda S. Bass directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and distributing programs was Ashley Nicole Kelly, cousin of the bride).

A program of wedding music was provided by Barabara Price, pianist, and Randy Cashwell, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church fellowship hall.

After a wedding trip to Pigeon Forge, Tenn., the couple reside in Mount Olive.

Events held before the wedding include a wedding shower July 16 at Daly’s Chapel Church fellowship hall hosted by family and friends.

MOUNT OLIVE — Jessica Lynn Barnett and Christopher Dowling Byrd exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Oct. 14 at 5 p.m. at Cricket Ridge Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church, with the Rev. John Mark Windley officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Kirk and Connie Barnett of Dudley and the granddaughter of John Barnett, the late Betty Barnett and Harvey and Peggy Jernigan of Dudley.

She is a 2002 graduate of Southern Wayne High School and a 2004 graduate of Johnston Community College with an Associate of Science degree in radiology. She is employed as a radiologic technologist at Wayne Radiologists PA.

The groom is the son of Linda Byrd and the late Stanley Byrd of Albertson.

He graduated from East Duplin High School in 1997. He is employed as a shift supervisor at Coastal Carolina Clean Power.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a strapless white satin gown with a pearl beaded and sequin bodice and an A-line skirt.

Her elbow-length single-tiered veil was scattered with pearls.

The bride carried a cascading bouquet of roses, gerbera daisies and autumn flowers.

Ashley Barnett served as her sister’s maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Penny Barefoot and Christal Holland, friends of bride, and Tiffany Thornton, cousin of the bride.

Billy Ray Daniels was his friend’s best man.

Groomsmen were Clint Britt, Jonathan Miller and Jeremy Turner, friends of the groom.

Kayla Thornton, cousin of the bride, was flower girl. Tyler Holmes, nephew of the groom, was ringbearer.

Margaret Spaugh directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and distributing programs was Kim Henderson.

A program of wedding music was provided by Dr. Alan Armstrong, pianist, and Christal Holland, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, a buffet reception was held in the church fellowship hall.

After a wedding trip to Freeport and Nassau, Bahamas, the couple reside in Albertson.

Events held before the wedding included a lingerie shower Oct. 5 hosted by co-workers of the bride; a miscellaneous bridal shower Sept. 17 hosted by the groom’s family; a miscellaneous bridal shower Sept. 10 hosted by the bride’s family; and a Pampered Chef bridal shower Aug. 20th hosted by friends of couple.

The groom’s family held a rehearsal dinner in the church fellowship hall.

PRINCETON — Andrea Lynne Wallace and Adam Martin Cole exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Oct. 28 at 4:30 p.m. at Grace Baptist Church, with the Rev. Ron Hawley officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Percy and Lynne Wallace of Princeton and the granddaughter of Christine Wallace, the late Willie Wallace, Norma Thompson and the late Donald Brance of Smithfield.

She is a 2002 graduate of Princeton High School and a graduate of Johnston Community College. She attends East Carolina University for a bachelor degree in elementary education. She is employed as a teacher’s assistant at Westview Elementary.

The groom is the son of Dennie Wayne and Sandra Martin Cole of Princeton and the grandson of Lloyd and Naomi Cole and Raymond and Shirly Martin of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Rosewood High School in 2000 and North Carolina State in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science degree in agriculture business management. He is a member of Alpha Gamma Rho. He is employed as an assistant manager at Builders Discount Center.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a white satin gown enhanced with a sweetheart neckline, cappul sleeves and a beaded bodice. The side-draped waistline led to a flowing skirt accented by pearls and sequins.

Her pearl tiara was attached to a white fingertip-length veil.

The bride carried a bouquet of tiger lilies, hydrangeas and confetti roses in fall colors wrapped in cascading sheer ribbon.

Taylor Medlin was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Jennifer Massey, April Price, Nicole Winstead and Jenny Wallace.

Dennis Cole was best man.

Groomsmen were Trey Bridgers, Zeb Saunders, Jason Talton and Jason Wallace.

Ushers were Chad Crews, Andy Dixon, Brad Marcom and Danny Ray Holland.

Kyla Lupo was the miniature bride. Hunter Keeter was the miniature groom.

Marissa Barbour was flower girl. Marshall Keeter was ringbearer.

Sylvia Wolfe directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Mr. and Mrs. Jason Strickland. Dana Branch and Jessica Lewis distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Phyllis Edwards, pianist, and Sherrie Cuddington and Shawna Moore, vocalists, and the bride.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception in the fellowship hall. Mr. and Mrs. Jason Strickland and Mr. and Mrs. Keith Branch greeted guests. Mr. and Mrs. Davey Marcum and Mr. and Mrs. Keith Branch said good-byes.

After a wedding trip to Gatlinburg, Tenn., the couple reside in Princeton.

Events held before the wedding included a bachelor weekend and hunting trip Oct. 13 through 15 hosted by Trey Bridgers and Zeb Saunders; a bachelorette weekend Sept. 15 through 17 in Myrtle Beach, S.C., hosted by the bridesmaids; a surprise shower Oct. 23 hosted by the kindergarten class; a bridal brunch Oct. 7 at the home of Stephanie Branch; a miscellaneous shower Oct. 6 at Westview Elementary hosted by co-workers; a Christmas shower Oct. 1 at the home of Kim and Jason Strickland; a housewarming shower Sept. 24 at Grace Baptist Church; a cookout Sept. 23 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Wallace; and a bridal shower Sept. 10 at Antioch Church.

A rehearsal dinner was held at Princeton Baptist Church.

TRENTON — Melissa Gregory Attoun and Graham Micah Heath of New Bern exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Oct. 7 at 3 p.m. at Quaker Neck Country Club, with the Rev. Debbie Isley-Roghelia officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Myrtle Louise Gregory of Burgaw, the late Romie Calvin Gregory of Goldsboro and Brian and Kathy Fischel and the granddaughter of the late Romie Charles and Thelma Ijames Gregory of Cooleemee and Joan York and the late James York of Goldsboro.

She is a 1996 honor graduate of Goldsboro High School. She attended Campbell University and Lenoir Community College. She was a member of the vocational and national honor societies. She is employed as a medical records clerk at Eastern Carolina Internal Medicine.

The groom is the son of Sally Riggs and the late Garland Ray Heath of Pollocksville and the grandson of the late Fred Heath and Ruth Heath of Maysville and the late Ivey and Christine Riggs of Pollocksville.

He graduated with honors from Jones Senior High School in 1997 and Craven Community College with an associate degree in business management. He is employed as operations director at Smithfield’s Chicken and Barbecue.

The bride was escorted by her uncle and given in marriage by her family.

She wore a strapless A-line gown of ivory satin with an ivory organza overlay draped to one side. The bodice was trimmed with pearl and crystal beading that was scattered down the skirt that flowed into a chapel-length train.

She chose a pearl and crystal tiara and a multi-tiered fingertip veil of ivory organza accented with pearl and crystal beading along its scalloped edges.

The bride carried a bouquet of open ivory roses with a scattering of fall flowers.

Sarah Grace Fischel was her sister’s maid of honor, while Holly Heath James, sister of the groom, was matron of honor.

Bridget Michelle Harmon, friend of the bride, was the bridesmaid.

Jason Muse was his brother’s best man.

Groomsmen were Steven Heath, brother of the groom, and John Underwood, friend of the groom.

Maegan and Melana Muse, nieces of the groom, were flower girls. Rami Attoun, son of the bride, was ringbearer.

Tracy Muse directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and distributing programs was Brandy Heath.

A program of wedding music was provided by Shane Bjorling and Holly James, vocalists; Dee Baxter-Pellegrino, violinist; and Alison Mossey-Ponzi, flutist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Quaker Neck Country Club. A four-tiered wedding cake was served.

After a wedding cruise to the Bahamas and Key West, Fla., the couple reside in New Bern.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal luncheon Oct. 6 at the Chelsea of New Bern hosted by the bride, and a bridal shower Aug. 13 at the home of Tracy Muse hosted by Ms. Muse, Shelia Heath, Holly James and Sally Heath.

A rehearsal dinner was held Oct. 6 at Quaker Neck Country Club.

Karri Jo Waters and Troy Edwin Jernigan Jr. of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. at Highest Praise Tabernacle, with Dr. Glenn Mills officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Ricky Waters and Terry Waters of Calypso and the granddaughter of Mosley and Edith Waters of Calypso and Richard and Lee Jones of Smithfield.

The groom is the son of Troy Jernigan Sr. of Pikeville and Joyce Jernigan of Goldsboro, the stepson of Anne Jernigan and the grandson of Laura Sills and the late Joseph Sills of Goldsboro and Herman Coker and Mary Coker of Pikeville.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore an ice blue, strapless wedding gown.

She carried a bouquet of red roses.

Bridesmaids were Kellie Davis and April Mills.

Groomsmen were Troy Jernigan Sr. and Eric Jernigan.

Ushers were Derick Waters and Sterlin Brock.

Cathy Waters directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and distributing programs was Carol Pate.

Elizabeth Grace Phipps, daughter of the bride, accepted a ring from the groom.

A program of wedding music was provided by Gayle Sutton, pianist; Ronda Jackson, vocalist; and Steven Sutton, saxophonist.

Following the ceremony, a dinner reception was held at the Royal Tea Room in Selma.

The couple reside in Calypso.

RALEIGH — Brianne Mitchell Barrow and Scott Dupree Little exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 2 at 1 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Sheila Barrick officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Pat and Cindy Barrow of Wallace and the granddaughter of Maxine W. Barrow of Goldsboro and the late P.L. Barrow.

The groom is the son of Randy Little of Durham and Suzanne Howe of Roxboro.

The couple reside in Washington DC.

Charity Brooks of Goldsboro and Nathan Jeffrey Marshall exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 30 at 2 p.m. at First Assembly, with the Rev. Terry Gainer officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Michael and Eve Brooks of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Issac Brooks of Yemassee, S.C., and Avis Brooks of Camp Springs, Md., and Eugenia Cunningham and the late Garfield Cunningham of Washington D.C.

The groom is the son of Larry and Cindy Marshall of Rapid City, S.D., and the grandson of Lyle and Theone Marshall of Huron, S.D., and Richard and Ida Buchholz of Hitchcock, S.D.

The bride was escorted and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a form-fitting satin gown with an embroidered design around the waist and a short train.

Her headpiece was a short double-layered veil with accented jewels to match the embroidered design on the dress.

The bride carried red and white roses with bead accents.

Glory Brooks and Crystal Brooks served as their sister’s maids of honor.

Bridesmaids were Tejiri Eruotor, Laura Haugh and Melanie Neureuther, friends of the bride, and Shakia Gainer, family friend of the couple.

Aaron Marshall and Jordan Marshall were their brother’s best men.

Groomsmen were Greg Frana, Jason Carter, Crispin Kretzmann and David Och, friends of the groom.

Ushers were Jeremy Brooks and Mark Brooks, brothers of the bride, Brandon Williams and Corey Young.

Mikayla Brooks, cousin of the bride, and Lily Och, goddaughter of the groom, were flower girls.

Beverly Gainer, friend of the couple, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Gina Cintron, friend of the bride. Amie Gates and Jen Sherwood, friends of the bride, distributed programs.

Ashley Gainer, friend of the couple, was candlelighter.

A program of wedding music was provided by Tom Clark, friend of the bride’s family, pianist; Delight Gilley, friend of the bride, vocalist; and Mark Brooks, guitarist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Officers’ Club.

After a wedding trip to Pilot Mountain, the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a shower in October at North Drive Elementary School hosted by special area teachers; a household items shower Sept. 16 hosted by Sheridan Forest First Assembly; and a lingerie shower in September hosted by Janelle Stowe, Tammy Derksen, Valerie Blokland and Lynda Blokland.

Claude and Frances Whitfield, friends of the bride’s family, held a rehearsal dinner Sept. 29 at Walnut Creek Country Club.

HAMLET — Laura Elizabeth Warnock of Kinston and Michael Gordon Parks exchanged vows in a single-ring ceremony Nov. 4 at 3 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Larry Higgins officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Greg Warnock and Mary Alice Warnock of Hamlet and the granddaughter of Herman and Evelyn Warnock and the late John and Blance Boggan of Hamlet.

She is a 2001 graduate of Richmond Senior High School and a 2006 graduate of East Carolina University. She is employed at Northwest Elementary School of Kinston.

The groom is the son of Jimmy and Janice Parks of LaGrange and the grandson of Gordon and Louise Parks of LaGrange, Jean Stutts of Norman and the late Glenn Stutts of Ellerbe.

He graduated from North Lenoir High School in 1998, North Carolina State University in 2002 and East Carolina University in 2003 with a master’s degree in business. He is employed at the United States Department of Agriculture in Kinston.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a strapless gown of ice pink Italian satin with a bateau neckline and a fitted princess bodice. Hand-beaded appliqués adorned the bodice. Seed pearls and Austrian crystals decorated the appliqués. The back bodice had a V and continued the theme of pearls and crystals. From the back skirt flowed trails of silver silk embroidery edged in crystals. Embroidery finished the cathedral train.

The headpiece was a crystal tiara. Her single-layered veil of matching silk illusion edged in silver silk embroidery was attached to a crystal tiara and flowed to a waltz-length.

Sarah Sriratanakoul of Hamlet served as her sister’s matron of honor, while Mary Martha Warnock of Hamlet, sister of the bride, was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Alli Morey of Manheim, Pa., Ella Edwards of Raleigh, and Tina Overbee of Greensboro, cousin of the groom.

Jimmy Parks was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Stephen Parks of Raleigh, brother of the groom, Heith Harrison of Greenville, Brandon Houghton of Kinston and Brandon Foss and Justin Croom of LaGrange.

Ushers were Nick Sriratanakoul of Hamlet and Dan McInnis of Norman.

Kaiyah Sriratanakoul and Kalei Sriratanakoul, nieces of the bride, were flower girls. Drew Kidder was ringbearer.

Jane Clark and Barbara Cato directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Jennifer Yates. Ashleigh Terry distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Nell Brown, pianist, and Mr. and Mrs. Jay Ham, vocalists.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at the Highlands of Laurinburg.

After a wedding trip to Mazatlan, Mexico, the couple will reside in Kinston.

Events held before the wedding included a miscellaneous bridal shower Oct. 8 hosted by the adult Sunday school class of First United Methodist Church of Hamlet; a couples cookout Oct. 7 hosted by Mrs. Pete Wheeler, Emily Kidder, Hope Pemberton, Lori Ayers, Stacy Bartlett and Cathey Thomas of Hamlet, friends of the bride’s parents; a cookout Sept. 16 hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Danny McInnis of Norman, uncle and aunt of the groom; a holiday shower Sept. 9 in Rockingham hosted by Linda Hawkins, Becky Hawkins, Kelly Sears, Susy Smith and Mary Susan Smith; a miscellaneous bridal shower Aug. 20 at Bethel United Methodist Church of LaGrange hosted by Jackie Overbee and the women of Bethel Church; and a celebration Aug. 19 at LaGrange Arts Council hosted by the groom’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alton Roberson, Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie Suggs, Bobbie Parks and Jesse Parks.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall.

Amber Raye Worley and Carl Patrick Russell exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 30 at 3:30 p.m. with the Rev. Andy Stovall officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Charles and Deborah Worley of Princeton and the granddaughter of Darrell and Joyce Smith and the late Ray and Sadie Worley of Princeton.

She is a graduate of Rosewood High School and North Carolina State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in parks and recreation and tourism management. She is employed as an ophthalmic technician with Eye Specialist of Carolina.

The groom is the son of Stan and Gail Russell of Morehead City and the grandson of Nelson and Geraldine Tyndall and the late Eugene and Carlotta Russell of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Rosewood High School and East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science degree in construction management. He is employed as an assistant superintendent in West Virginia with Centex Construction.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a strapless candlelight gown with an empire waist covered with French Chantilly lace draped with bodice crystal accents. It had a tiered skirt, a V-back and a scoop neckline.

She wore crystal accents in her hair and her grandmother’s pearls.

Bridesmaids were Charley A. Worley and Angela Rains, sisters of the bride.

Stan Russell was best man.

Lexie Clucas, friend of the bride, was flower girl. William Brayden Rains, nephew of the bride, was ringbearer.

Kathy Russell directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Candance and Gerrod Allison.

A program of wedding music was provided by Jamie Clucas and Jay Sauls of Goldsboro.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the home of the bride. Becky Tyndall and Marsha Bell, aunts of the groom, served the wedding cake.

After a wedding trip to Jamaica, the couple reside in Bluefield, W. Va.

Events held before the wedding included a shower Aug. 23 hosted by the bride’s family; a miscellaneous bridal shower Aug. 19 hosted by Kathy Russell; and a room-to-room cookout hosted by Jason and Christy Frazier.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at Becky’s Log Cabin.

GREENVILLE — Victoria Dawn Barton and Alan Lee Zell Jr. of Greenville exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Oct. 28 at 2 p.m. at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, with Father Justin Kerber officiating.

The bride is the daughter of John Robert Barton Jr. of Albertson and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Wright Parker of Seven Springs and the granddaughter of Lila Price, the late John Robert Barton, George Washington Price and the late Robert and Dorothy Jackson of Albertson.

She is a graduate of East Duplin High School in Beulaville and the College of Education at East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education and a minor in psychology. She is employed as a program manager at Carolina Support Services Inc.

The groom is the son of Alan Lee and Phuc Thi “Lynn” Zell of Jacksonville and the grandson of Lonnie of Rock Rapids, Iowa, Lenora Zell of Tuscan, Ariz., and the late Mr. and Mrs. Nguyen of Vietnam.

He graduated from Jacksonville High School and the College of Business at East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science degree in business management with a concentration in management. He is employed as a store manager at American Eagle Outfitters.

The bride was escorted by her stepfather and given in marriage by her family.

She wore a strapless mermaid-style silk faille taffeta gown with shirred hip details and a low back.

Her fingertip-length veil was edged with Chantilly lace. She also wore vintage-style chandelier earrings encrusted with pearls and Swarovski crystals.

The bride carried a hand cluster of ivory vandella roses, green pom poms, red hypericums and leaf of ruscus with flame calla lilies with stems covered with silk faille taffeta from the gown.

Suzanne Barton Taylor was matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Amanda Smith Albertson, Erin Quinn Heath and Stacie Lynn Hill.

Alan Lee Zell was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Mark Steven Curnow Jr., James Robert Lien and Donald Milam.

John Robert Barton Jr. was the usher.

Joseph Jackson Parker was the junior groomsman.

Mariah Shantel Zell was the junior bridesmaid.

Sydney Grace Spruill was flower girl. Zachary Nguyen Rudow was ringbearer.

Karen Albertson directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and distributing programs was Yolande Thi Charles.

A program of wedding music was provided by Michael Vetrano, pianist and vocalist, and Amanda Albertson, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Brook Valley Country Club. Alice Jones and Ashlea Jones were helpers. Randy Albertson, Lisa and Tim Blizzard, Larry and Mary Henslee and Pat and Janice McConiga greeted guests.

After a wedding trip to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tenn., the couple reside in Greenville.

Events held before the wedding included a bridesmaids’ brunch Oct. 21 hosted by Karen Albertson and Amanda Albertson; a weekend of entertainment in Charleston, S.C., hosted by Amanda Albertson, Lindsay Fisher, Erin Heath, Stacie Hill and Suzanne Taylor; a miscellaneous bridal shower Aug. 13 hosted by family and friends; and a lawn and garden couples shower July 15 hosted by Clay and Suzanne Taylor, Eric and Michelle Money, Erin Heath and Stacie Hill.

A rehearsal dinner was held at St. Peter’s Church Parish Hall.

Hanna Lane Hinson and Christopher Charles Copeland exchanged vows in a double-ring garden ceremony Sept. 2 at 6 p.m. at the home of Tony and Judy Bright, with the Rev. Sandy McLean officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Penny Lane Criss of Goldsboro and the late Jon Griffin Hinson of Seven Springs, the stepdaughter of Daniel Kevyn Criss and the granddaughter of the late William Whitfield and Edna Wise Griffin Hinson of Seven Springs and William Henry and Shirley Rose Lane of Goldsboro.

She is a 2000 graduate of Eastern Wayne High School. She is employed as an account executive at National Network Communications.

The groom is the son of James William Copeland Jr. and Laveda Kim Copeland of Goldsboro, the stepson of Katherine Ann Copeland and the grandson of Nancy Hall Copeland and the late James William Copeland Sr. of Murfreesboro and the late Richard and Carolyn Peacock of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Goldsboro High School in 2000. He served in the Navy. He is employed as a correctional officer at Johnston Correctional.

The bride was escorted by Mason Britt and given in marriage by her family.

She wore a strapless white satin dress with a chiffon overlay. The bodice and A-line skirt were embellished with Swarovski crystals and collected at the waistline in a lily design made from Swarovski crystals.

Her fingertip-length doubled-tiered veil was embellished with Swarovski crystals and satin silk edging.

The bride carried a bouquet of stargazer and nerine lilies with pink orchids and white dahilas.

Crystal Smith of Mount Olive, served as her cousin’s matron of honor, while Natalie Copeland, sister of the groom, was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Jennifer Everett; the bride’s mother; Robin Johnston of Venice, Calif., cousin of the groom; Amber Evans of Seven Springs, cousin of the bride; and Elizabeth Bright of Griffton.

James Copeland was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Steven Summerell and Matthew McCall of Greenville, Jimmy Stevens of Elizabeth City, Blake Bright, Timothy Bright of Griffton and Paul Smith of Mount Olive, cousin of the bride.

Savannah Smith was flower girl. Mason Britt was ringbearer.

Tony and Judy Bright directed the wedding.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Holiday Inn Express.

After a wedding trip to Georgia, the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a bachelorette party Sept. 1 hosted by the bridesmaids; a bachelor party Sept. 1 hosted by the groomsmen; a wedding shower Aug. 17 at the home of Judy Bright hosted by Judy and Mary Grace Bright; and a wedding shower July 23 at St. Luke United Methodist Church hosted by Kim Copeland and Wanda Starling.

MOUNT OLIVE — Crystal Leigh Hyatt and David Allen Crews exchanged vows Oct. 7 at 4 p.m. at Rodgers Chapel at Mount Olive College, with the Rev. George Strickland officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mr. Doug Hyatt of Mount Olive and the granddaughter of the late Emmett and Shirley Ballree and the late Jack and Viola Smith of Mount Olive.

She is a 2002 honor graduate of North Duplin High School and attends Wayne Community College for an associate degree in applied science.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Crews of Dudley and the grandson of the late Bill and Annie Crews and the late Jesse and Edna Boykin of Turkey.

He graduated from Southern Wayne High School in 2001 and Wayne Community College in 2002 with a diploma in HVAC technology. He is employed as an HVAC installer with Jackson and Sons Heating and Air.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a formal gown of white satin with a scoop neckline and spaghetti straps. The bodice was enhanced with beads and embroidery accented with miniature white daisies. The chapel-length train was outlined with miniature white daisies.

Her fingertip-length illusion veil had a satin-corded edge attached to a headpiece of miniature wild daisies.

The bride carried a bouquet of white calla lilies surrounded by miniature white daisies and eucalyptus.

Rhonda Elaine Howell served as her sister’s maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Tracy Hyatt of Mount Olive, sister of the bride, and Valynda Moore of Goldsboro and JoAnn Smith and Tiffany Griffin of Mount Olive, friends of the bride.

Ben Lee Crews was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Bennie Crews of Dudley, brother of the groom; Sherman Hyatt of Mount Olive, brother of the bride; and Jonathon Griffin and Joshua Smith of Mount Olive, friends of the groom.

Ushers were Matt Moore, Phillip Smith and B.J. Smith of Mount Olive, cousins of the bride, and Jonathan Grant of Dudley, nephew of the groom.

Haley Michelle Pearson of Mount Olive, niece of the bride, was flower girl. Logan Lee Crews of Dudley, nephew of the groom, was ringbearer.

Marie Scott of Dudley, aunt of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and distributing programs were Chris and Amanda Powers of Mount Olive, cousins of the bride.

A program of wedding music was provided by Nana Strickland of Mount Olive, pianist; Chad Smith of Mount Olive, vocalist; and Jonathan Woodley of Dudley, sound technician.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a dinner and dance reception at Wayne Shriner’s Club. Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Gurgainous of Mount Olive, uncle and aunt of the bride, greeted guests. Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Pelt of Pikeville, uncle and aunt of the bride, said good-byes. Diane Smith of Mount Olive, aunt of the bride, served the wedding cake. Cadee Moore of Mount Olive, cousin of the bride, distributed bubbles.

After a wedding trip to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tenn., the couple reside in Mount Olive.

Events held before the wedding included a lingerie shower Sept. 23 at Logan’s hosted by Rhonda Howell; a bridal shower Aug. 19 at Mount Olive Fire Department; and a Pampered Chef shower April 23 at Emmaus Baptist Church hosted by Tiffany Griffin and JoAnn Smith.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Oct. 6 at Woodmen of the World building. The couple chose this time to present gifts to their attendants.

Sabrina W. Kelly and John Cummings IV exchanged vows in a ceremony Oct. 1 at 1 p.m. at Waynesborough Park.

The bride is the daughter of Kay LaRoche of Goldsboro.

The groom is the son of Jim and Linda Lewis of Goldsboro and the grandson of Lee and Louise Merrill of New York.

The bride wore an antique lace and ivory dress.

Ragan Farmer of Goldsboro was matron of honor.

Tabetha Kelly of Goldsboro was the bridesmaid.

Jack Sides of Jacksonville was best man.

Ross Kelly of Goldsboro was the usher.

Michelle O’Dell of Goldsboro was flower girl. Jack Cummings of Goldsboro was ringbearer.

Diane Beason directed the wedding.

A program of wedding music was provided by T&L Karaoke.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Daryle’s.

RALEIGH — Heather Renee´ Kearney and Jeffrey Douglas Sebastianelli exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Oct. 28 at 3 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi, with the Rev. Jimmy Whitfield and Father David McBriar officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Brodie Lee and Sue Bradshaw Kearney of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Betty Scott of Goldsboro, the late Brodie Milton Kearney, the late James Henderson and Laura Whitfield Bradshaw.

She is a graduate of East Carolina University. She was a member of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority. She is employed as an elementary teacher at Wake County Public Schools.

The groom is the son of Douglas Anthony and Pauline Joan Sebastianelli of Raleigh and the grandson of Carmela Marie of Cranston, R. I., the late Anthony Alphonse Sebastianelli and the late Raymond Emile and Albina Florence Berube.

He graduated from East Carolina University with a master’s degree in psychology. He was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity. He is employed as a project manager at Castle Worldwide.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a strapless ivory gown of dupioni silk with a fitted bodice with scattered beading throughout the skirt that flowed into a chapel-length train.

Her headpiece was a fingertip-length tulle veil with scattered pearls.

The bride carried a round bouquet of white stephanotis and white hydrangeas.

Elizabeth Hott was matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Christen Botros, Tracey Drake, Stephanie Gross, April Herring, Emily Martin, Robin Morton, Kim Mosley, Melissa Sebastianelli and Melissa Treadwell.

Russell Johnson was best man.

Groomsmen were Andrew Benton, Michael Ferrell, Jonah Livingston, John Mehdian, Shannon Murphy, David Shaw, Josh Smith, Owen Wagner and Ty Watt.

Raechel Mosley, niece of the bride, was flower girl. Brody Morton, nephew of the bride, was ringbearer.

Sherll Barnes and Beverly Saunders directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Eric Elmore. Ryan and Courtney Oswald distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Eugene Pipas, pianist.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at Prestonwood Country Club in Cary.

After a wedding trip to St. Lucia, the couple will reside in Raleigh.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal luncheon Oct. 27 at Nofo of Raleigh hosted by Sherll Barnes, Kathy Johnson, Phyllis Parrish and the bride’s mother; a bachelorette weekend Sept. 1 through 3 in Wilmington hosted by friends; a bachelor weekend Sept. 1 through 3 in Key West, Fla., hosted by friends; a couples’ shower Aug. 19 in Raleigh hosted by friends of the couple; a miscellaneous bridal shower July 23 in Greenville hosted by Kim Mosley, Robin Morton, Marilyn Lanier and Heather Eveleth; a dining and entertaining shower April 1 in Raleigh hosted by friends of the couple; and a miscellaneous shower at Lynn Road Elementary School of Raleigh.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Oct. 27 at Five Eighteen West Italian Cafe´ in Raleigh.

Susan Wolfskeil Dail and Russell Keith Smith of Pikeville exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. at St. Luke United Methodist Church, with the Rev. David Harvin officiating.

The bride is the daughter of George Wolfskeil Jr. and Bertha Smith Wolfskeil of Goldsboro.

She is employed as a legal assistant at Warren, Kerr, Walston, Taylor & Smith LLP.

The groom is the son of Russell Parks and Hazel Joyce Smith of Goldsboro.

He is employed as a control operator at Progress Energy Carolinas.

The bride was escorted by the groom.

She wore a champagne-colored tea-length dress with spaghetti straps adorned with crystal beads.

She carried a nosegay of white roses.

Vickie Howell was her friend’s matron of honor.

John Capps was his friend’s best man.

Following the ceremony, a dinner reception was held at the Steak Barn.

After a wedding trip to Grand Cayman and Jamaica, the couple reside in Pikeville.

FLETCHER — Jenna Marie Quintilone-Jordan and Christon Daniel Spence of Charlotte exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Oct. 7 at 4:45 p.m. at the Orchard at Broadmoor, with the Rev. Katherine Blackburn officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Robin D. and Carol S. Jordan of Asheville and the granddaughter of Jean and Louis P. Quintilone of Buffalo, N.Y., Rose Horn of Hamburg, N.Y., and the late Stanley E. Fronckowiak.

She is a graduate of Western Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science degree in sociology. She is a member of Delta Zeta Sorority. She is employed as a program coordinator at Holy Angels Home of Belmont.

The groom is the son of Michael P. and Jeanne Spence of Goldsboro and the grandson of the late Robert and Audrey Spence and Leah Brown of Great Falls, Mont.

He graduated from Western Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science degree in criminal justice. He is a member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity. He served with the North Carolina National Guard with the 30th Heavy Separate Brigade and is also a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He is employed as an outdoor operations technician at Carmel Country Club of Charlotte.

The bride was given in marriage by her father.

She wore a strapless tulle sheath gown with beaded lace appliqués.

She wore a crystal headband with a detachable veil.

The bride carried a nosegay of sunflowers, roses, leonids and autumn accents.

Kristi McAdams was her sorority sister’s maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Sarah Jordan and Erin Jordan, sisters of the bride; Julie Haywood, childhood friend of the bride; and Neva Brown, sorority sister of the bride.

Jason Edmonston was his fraternity brother’s best man.

Groomsmen were Robert Spence and Kevin Spence, brothers of the groom; P.D. Mayfield, fraternity brother of the groom; and Charlie Foxx, friend of the groom.

Madison Pospiech was flower girl. Noah Braden Miller, cousin of the groom, was ringbearer.

A program of wedding music was provided by Chuck Taft, pianist.

Following the ceremony, a buffet dinner reception was held.

After a wedding trip to Grand Cayman Island and Cozumel, Mexico, the couple reside in Charlotte.

Events held before the wedding included a shower Sept. 16 hosted by Marketta Fluker and Louise Green, co-workers of the bride, and a shower Aug. 19 hosted by Kristi McAdams and Neva Brown.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at the Orchard at Broadmoor.

BROWN SUMMIT — Jennifer Clarisse Magoon and Jason David Tate of Greensboro exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Oct. 28 at 6 p.m. at The Summit, with the Rev. Robert Cook officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Donald and Lynn Magoon of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Wendell Magoon and the late Nancy Magoon of Greenfield, Mass., and the late Alfred and Dorothy Lively of Lady Lake, Fla.

She is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro with an undergraduate degree and the University of Memphis with a master’s degree. She is employed as a speech-language pathologist at Guilford County Schools.

The groom is the son of David and Sylvia Tate of Julian and the grandson of Gladys Jones and the late Floyd Jones of Julian.

He graduated from Guilford Technical Community College and attends North Carolina A&T State University’s mechanical engineering program. He is employed as an equipment repair technician at RF Micro Devices.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a satin A-line gown with a basket weave bodice.

Leigh Westbrook was matron of honor, while Bethany Gehrlein and Meridith Hemby were maids of honor.

Bridesmaids were Allison Gerardot and Kimberly Jones.

Justin Tate and Jason McDonald were best men.

Groomsmen were Adam Joyce, John Moore and Jeremy Westbrook.

Mara Flynn was flower girl.

Lorin Stubblefield distributed programs.

Heather Fields was the reader.

A program of wedding music was provided by Kimberly Jones, John Moore and Jimmy Martin, vocalists.

After a wedding trip to St. Thomas and St. Maarten, the couple reside in Greensboro.

BAR HARBOR, Maine — Megan Allene Cassell of Bar Harbor and Michael Stephen Updegraff of Seal Harbor, Maine, exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 16 at 4 p.m. at First Baptist Church, with Scott Records and Charles Ives officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Dr. Allen M. Cassell and Linda J. Cassell of Mount Olive and the granddaughter of the late Harrison S. Cassell Jr., Sarah M. Cassell and George H. and Allene S. Jorgensen of Wilmington.

She is a 1997 graduate of Southern Wayne High School and a 2001 graduate of Meredith College with a Bachelors of Science degree with a major in biology and minor in chemistry. She is employed as a scientific curator assistant at Jackson Lab.

The groom is the son of Carol A. Updegraff of Mechanicsburg, Pa., and Stephen Updegraff and the grandson of Wayne and Ruth Updegraff of New Cumberland, Pa., Marjorie F. Justh of Mechanicsburg and the late Nicholas Justh.

He attended Harrisburg Area Community College and the University of Maine. He is a member of the planning and working team at Colegio Moriah School in the Dominican Republic. He is employed as a carpenter and finisher at Classic Boat Shop.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a white strapless one-piece corset gown with lace over delustered satin embellished with bugle beads, sequins and pearls and a sweep train.

Her elbow-length single-tiered veil was edged in pearls.

The bride carried white and champagne roses, dendrobium orchids, seeded eucalyptus and green hydrangea.

Rachel Embler of Smithfield served as her friend’s matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Sarah Barnhart of Garner, friend of the bride; Amanda Munro of Bar Harbor, friend of the couple; and Sarah Updegraff of Mechanicsburg, sister of the groom.

Josh Updegraff of Orono, Maine, was his brother’s best man.

Groomsmen were James Flachsbart of Northport, Maine, and Sam Hyler of Islesford, Maine, friends of the groom, and Adrian Munro of Bar Harbor, friend of the couple.

Chelsea Cassell of Sacramento, Calif., niece of the bride, was flower girl. Ethan Cassell of Sacramento, nephew of the bride, was ringbearer.

Presiding at the register was Karen McGarr of Bar Harbor. Jade Southard of Rockland, Maine, distributed programs.

Readers were Sally Ives of Bar Harbor and Paul Munro of Owl’s Head, Maine, friends of the couple.

A program of wedding music was provided by Christy Spurling of Islesford, pianist, and Peggy Dunbar of Bernard, Maine, organist.

Following the ceremony, a buffet dinner reception was held at Atlantic Oakes in Bar Harbor.

After a wedding trip to Costa Rica, the couple reside in Seal Harbor.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal shower at First Baptist Church of Bar Harbor hosted by the friends of the couple and congregation and an engagement party hosted by Jeff and Becky Mercer of Clayton, friends of the bride.

A Maine luau rehearsal dinner was held in Trenton, Maine.

SAVANNAH, Ga. — Reagan Denise Cluff and Matthew Stephen Whitfield of Raleigh exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 23 at 4:30 p.m. at Chatham Square, with the Rev. Michael Whitfield officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Curtis Paul and Claudia Edmon Cluff of Raleigh and the granddaughter of Marilyn Pierson and the late George William Cluff of Cary and Donald Edmon Sr. of Guadalajara, Mexico.

She is a graduate of East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science degree in interior merchandising/design and a minor in business.

The groom is the son of Beverly Ray Whitfield Jr. and Jennifer Vernon Whitfield of Goldsboro and the grandson of Beverly Ray Whitfield Sr. and Inez Lewis Whitfield of Mount Olive and Ralph Lee and the late Mary Pigford Vernon of Warsaw.

He graduated from East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science degree in industrial distribution.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore an ivory strapless A-Line gown with champagne trim on the waist and hem. The contoured bodice was embroidered with crystal beading finishing at the waistline. Embroidery and beading continued on the champagne hemline band, which wrapped around to a chapel-length train.

Heather Cluff Blanchard of Raleigh was matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Susan Whitfield Smith of Charlotte and Alison Leigh Davis of Greenville.

Beverly Ray Whitfield Jr. was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Michael Keith Smith of Charlotte and George Edward Cogdell Jr. of Hatteras.

Ushers were Alex Ross Pergerson of Greenville and Howard Edgar Blanchard III of Raleigh.

Debbie Pergerson directed the wedding.

A program of wedding music was provided by Mario Incoviaia, violinist.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at the Marshall House in Savannah.

After a wedding trip to Negril, Jamaica, the couple reside in Raleigh.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal luncheon Sept. 22 at SoHo South Cafe of Savannah hosted by Debbie Pergerson and MaryLee McKay, aunts of the groom; a couples’ shower Aug. 12 at the home of Eddie and Heather Blanchard of Raleigh hosted by the Blanchards; a bachelor party July 28 and 29 in Atlanta, Ga.; a bachelorette party July 28 and 29 in Wrightsville Beach; and an engagement party June 24 at the home of Boots and Jenny Whitfield hosted by the Whitfields.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Sept. 22 at Lady and Sons of Savannah.

KENANSVILLE — Tiffany Leah Rogers and Eric Ray Bowden of Kenansville exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Oct. 7 at 2 p.m. at Pearsall Chapel Original Free Will Baptist Church, with the Rev Larry T. Miller officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Joseph Timothy Rogers and Liesl Miller-Hill of Mount Olive, the stepdaughter of William Andrew Hill, the granddaughter of Joe and Sue Rogers and Larry and Sandra Miller of Mount Olive and the great-granddaughter of Ruby Sylvester Rogers.

She is a 2005 graduate of East Duplin High School. She attends James Sprunt Community College for a degree in education. She is employed part-time in Duplin County.

The groom is the son of Larry and Patricia Beddingfield of Mount Olive and the grandson of Dave and Eloise Beddingfield of Kenansville, Joe and Linda Moss and the late Raymond Garner of Warsaw and Rachel Brown.

He graduated from East Duplin High School in 2002. He is employed as a truck driver with Nash Johnson and Sons Farms Inc.

The bride was escorted by her brother and given in marriage by her family.

She wore a formal floor-length gown of diamond white Italian satin. A princess fitted detachable strapless bodice was embellished with Swarovski crystals, iridescent bugle beads seed pearls and sequins. The corset back flowed down the A-line skirt that led into a semi-cathedral train adorned with garlands of satin embroidery, diamond cut Swarovski crystals and seed pearl rosettes with a pearl-centered wedding leaf design.

Her tiara, adorned with pearls , crystals and rhinestones, was attached to a single-tiered veil of silk illusion edged with crystal iridescent bugle beads

The bride carried an arm bouquet of white calla lilies and white roses attached with white satin ribbon in a French braid adorned with rhinestones.

Nicole Lee was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Lindi Miller, aunt of the bride, and Katlyn Rogers, sister of the bride.

Larry Beddingfield was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Brandon Bowden and Ryan Beddingfield, brothers of the groom.

Ushers were Michael Smith and Brandon Weaver.

Brooke Miller and Ashley Bowden were flower girls.

Sharon Weaver and Becky Smith directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Mandy Blizzard. Maria Stevens and Charity Joyner distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Danny Dupree, pianist, and Robin Smith and Danny Dupree, vocalists.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s family and friends held a reception in the church fellowship hall.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple reside in Kenansville.

Events held before the wedding included a bachelorette party Sept. 29 at Logan’s hosted by the maid of honor; a lingerie shower Sept. 26 hosted by Potter’s Wheel Ministries women’s alumni; and a bridal shower Sept. 27 hosted by Potter’s Wheel Ministries Church.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Oct. 6 at the church fellowship hall.

Amanda Renee Glisson and Jared Mitchell Grantham of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Oct. 14 at 4 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Drew Clark and the Rev. Ferrell Hardison officiating.

The bride is the daughter of James Henry Glisson II and Debra Brown Glisson of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Ursula R. Glisson and James Henry Glisson Sr. of Greenville and Elbert W. and Betty Lou Brown of Kinston.

She is a 2005 honor graduate of East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science degree in environmental health. She attends East Carolina University for a master’s degree in public health. She is employed by the Wayne County Environmental Health Department as an environmental health specialist.

The groom is the son of Mitchell G. and Betty M. Grantham of Goldsboro and the grandson of Lee R. and Jewel H. Grantham and Russell M. and Myrtle G. Moore of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Lee University in 2002 with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration. He is employed by Wayne County Public Schools as a business teacher at Spring Creek High School and by First Presbyterian Church as the worship leader for the contemporary worship service.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore an ivory couture princess gown with an off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline. The bodice was embroidered with Swarovski crystals and silver bugle beads with a basque waistline. The semi-cathedral rousch train was accented with silver medallion pickups.

The bride carried a round bouquet of ivory and porcelina roses.

Her headpiece was a single-tiered fingertip-length veil with beaded edging.

Jenna Richland served as matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Amber Coker, Faith Fletcher, Laruen Grantham, Leann Pickard and Jessica Williams.

Mitchell Grantham was best man.

Groomsmen were Matt Clark, Brian Glisson, Brent Grantham, Ty Kincaid and Brooks Rogers.

Ushers were Wayne Browning, Jack Grimes, Will Murphy and Tom Zietlow.

Anna Grantham and Hannah Rhodes were flower girls. Landon Brown was ringbearer.

Phyllis Patterson directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Christy Stafford. Sarah Williams and Sarah Brinson distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Dr. Jeremy Thompson, pianist; Lauren Grantham and Matt Clark, vocalists; and Brent Shattuck, guitarist.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception and dance at Walnut Creek Country Club. Mr. and Mrs. Taylor Jeffreys greeted guests. Pam Justesen and Nancy Aycock cut and served the wedding cake. David Wiley, friend of the couple, was emcee.

After a wedding trip to St. Martin, the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a lingerie shower Sept. 30 in Emerald Isle hosted by Jenna Richland, Pam Justesen and Nancy Aycock; a bachelorette weekend Sept. 29 and 30 in Emerald Isle hosted by Jenna Richland; a celebration of marriage Sept. 27 hosted by the staff of First Presbyterian Church; a cookout Sept. 24 hosted by Jane Richter, Beth Jorgenson and Bobbie Anderson; a touch of Christmas bridal shower Sept. 17 hosted by Pam Taylor, Jennifer Thompson and Carol Norfolk; a home and garden shower Sept. 16 hosted by June Brown, Betty Lou Brown and Mary Ann Harris; a bridal shower Aug. 27 hosted by Whitley Church; and a miscellaneous shower Aug. 19 hosted by Jewel Grantham, Laura Grantham and Betty Evans.

The groom’s family held a rehearsal dinner at Raintree Clubhouse.

SPIRIT MOUNTAIN, Minn. — Katie Tondryck and Jacob Paul Keppeler exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 18.

The bride is the daughter of Rick and Lori Tondryck of Esko, Minn.

She is a 2004 graduate of Esko High School in Minnesota and attends St. Scholastica College for a Bachelor of Arts degree in occupational therapy. She will pursue a master’s degree in occupational therapy.

The groom is the son of Bob and Cherri Sterling of Pikeville and Erick Keppeler of Saginaw, Mich.

He graduated from Proctor High School in Minnesota in 2003 and attends Lake Superior College in Duluth, Minn. He is serving in the Air National Guard as a staff sergeant stationed in Duluth and is employed in the computer technical division of Maurces corporate office.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a formal full satin halter dress with a chapel-length train.

She carried red roses.

Emily Tondryck served as her sister’s maid of honor.

Kirk Sourveiroir of Proctor was his friend’s best man.

Following the ceremony, the wedding guests attended the groom’s sister’s rehearsal dinner.

A wedding trip is planned for the future. The couple reside in Minnesota.

Robin Jeanine Anderson and David Walter Panowicz of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 16 at 2 p.m. at Saulston United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Rick Ward officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Ronnie Julian Anderson and Adris Perkins Anderson of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Julian Jackson and Eunice Horne Anderson and Joseph Doyle and Lola Bailey Perkins of Goldsboro.

She is a 2002 graduate of Charles B. Aycock High School and attends Johnston Community College for a medical office administration degree. She is a member of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society.

The groom is the son of Walter Vincent Panowicz Jr. and Deborah Ellen Panowicz of Lawrenceville, Ga., and the grandson of Walter Panowicz Sr. and Agnes Panowicz of Baltimore , Md., and the late Murray and Ruth Gustin of Cincinnati, Ohio.

He graduated from Brookwood High School in Georgia in 1998 and Georgia Southern University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics and German. He was a member of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity. He is employed as assistant branch manager at Woodforest National Bank.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a strapless A-line white gown with beaded lace appliqués and a satin skirt. It had a chapel-length train edged in lace.

She wore a finger-tip length veil with scattered pearl and crystal beads. She also wore a pearl and Swarovski crystal tiara.

The bride carried a bouquet of pink roses and stargazer lilies.

Kim McNally of Wilmington and Noelle Walston of Goldsboro were maids of honor.

Bridesmaids were Deena Wells and Kaille Lowe of Goldsboro.

Jonathan Brooks of Albuquerque, N.M., and Christoper Gaskin of Roswell, Ga., were best men.

Groomsmen were Chase Hall of Roswell and William Barnes of Goldsboro.

Hailey Elise Panowicz, daughter of the couple, was flower girl, escorted by her great-grandfather Jack Anderson.

Pam Ginn directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Courtney Panowicz, sister of the groom.

A program of wedding music was provided by Camille Frederick, pianist, and Shane Bjorling, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents and grandparents held a reception at the church.

Events held before the wedding included a bachelorette night Sept. 8 hosted by the bridesmaids and a bridal shower Aug. 20 at the home of the bride hosted by the bride’s paternal grandmother and bridesmaids.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Sept. 15 at Saulston United Methodist Church.

CHARLOTTE — Erin Renae Pilchick and Wesley Brandon Peele exchanged vows Oct. 21 at Saint Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, with the Rev. Ben Wenning officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Steven Pilchick of New Smyrna Beach, Fla., and Evelyn Pilchick of Winter Park, Fla., and the granddaughter of Erika Witt and the late Mr. Leonard Witt of Orlando, Fla., and the late Mr. and Mrs. Emanuel Pilchick of Van Nuys, Calif.

The bride is a graduate of the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting and a Master of Accounting degree. She is employed as a business banker with BB&T of Charlotte.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael B. Peele of Goldsboro and the grandson of Charlotte Peele Kelly, the late Foy Peele, Peggy Tilley and the late Wesley Tilley of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Mount Olive College with a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte with a Master of Accounting degree. He is employed as a senior consultant with Alvarez and Marsal of Charlotte.

Teresa Mairn of Orlando served as matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Michelle Esserman of Hermosa Beach, Calif., LeAna Kimball of St. Augustine, Fla., Erica Langford of Atlanta, Ga., Tammy Peele of Goldsboro, Katie Veal of Gainesville, Fla., and Monica Williams of San Francisco, Calif.

Michael B. Peele was best man.

Groomsmen were Allen Baker of New Bern, Andy Crain and Brian Peele of Goldsboro, Jimmy Kesler of Greensboro, Andrew Pilchick of Winter Park and Will Smith of Greenville.

Allison Peele of Goldsboro was the flower girl. Andrew Tilley of Jacksonville, Fla., was ringbearer.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Charlotte City Club.

After a wedding trip to Barbados, the couple will reside in Charlotte.

SPIRIT MOUNTAIN, Minn. — Emeri Nicole Keppeler and Andrew James Rohweder exchanged vows in a ceremony Aug. 19 in an Hawaiian-style ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Robert and Cherri Sterling of Pikeville and Erick Keppeler, the granddaughter of Mike Sr. and Deloris Brandt of Green Cove Springs, Fla., and the stepgranddaughter of Carol Sterling of Montgomery, Ala.

She is a 2001 graduate of Proctor High School in Minnesota. She is serving in the Air National Guard as a staff sergeant stationed in Duluth, Minn., and is employed at Perkins Restaurant and as a model for various photographers and companies in Minnesota.

The groom is the son of Daniel and Linda Rohweder of Proctor.

He graduated from Proctor High School. He is serving in the Air National Guard as a flightline crew chief stationed in Duluth.

The bride wore a formal floor-length gown with a fitted bodice of satin and a lace-up back. The full princess tulle skirt was embellished with rhinestones and glitter.

She carried white and pink hibiscus highlighted with silver and crystal sprays.

Cherri Sterling served as her daughter’s matron of honor, while Chardai Keppeler, sister of the bride, was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Katie Keppeler, sister-in-law of the bride, and Jess Lindwall and Laura Dean, friends of the bride.

Staff Sgt. Caleb Keppeler, brother of the bride, was best man.

Groomsmen were Staff Sgt. Jacob Keppeler, brother of the bride; Michael, Matthew and Jonathan Rohweder, brothers of the groom; and Frank Talarico, friend of the groom.

Maisy Rohweder, niece of the groom, and Kiaya Lindwall were flower girls.

Daniel Rohweder, father of the groom, was the reader.

Chad and Brandon Keppeler of Orlando, Fla., distributed programs.

Following the ceremony, a dinner and dance reception was held inside Spirit Mountain’s ski chalet.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at Rustic Inn of Superior, Wisc.

DUDLEY — Joanna Jean Whitley and David Clay Shafer exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 23 at 5:30 p.m. at Sleepy Creek Club, with the Rev. Gene Wells officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Ricky D. Whitley and Jerri York Whitley of Elm City and the granddaughter of Clarence D. Whitley, Jean Whitley, Joan G. York and the late James E. York of Dudley.

She graduated from Community Christian School and attends Wilson Technical Community College for an Associate of Science degree. She is employed part-time as a nursing assistant at Spring Arbor of Wilson.

The groom is the son of Gale H. Shafer and Susan Cobb Shafer of Wilson and the grandson of Clyde Shafer, the late Mariam Shafer and the late Ernest and Ruby Cobb of Wilson.

He graduated from James Madison High School. He is employed as shop foreman at Shafer Industrial Services of Elm City.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a strapless A-line gown of white bridal satin with an organza overlay. The shirred bodice was accented with a pearl and rhinestone edging. Scattered pearls and rhinestones highlighted the bodice and the skirt, which flowed into a chapel train.

Her headpiece was a fingertip-length, double-tiered veil accented with scattered crystals.

The bride carried a cascading bouquet of white and red tiger lilies.

Ashley Garren served as her friend’s maid of honor.

Gale Shafer was his son’s best man.

Ushers were Brandon Whitley, brother of the bride; Gale Shafer Jr. and Clyde Shafer II, brothers of the groom; and Jeremy Hattenstein, friend of the couple.

Wanda Best and Kathy Fischel, aunts of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Sierra Hill and Matt Paszkewicz, friends of the couple. David and Joyce Griffin, uncle and aunt of the groom, distributed programs.

Brittany and Mikhaela Whitley, cousins of the bride, were train carriers.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at Sleepy Creek Clubhouse. Robbie Lamm, friend of the couple, was director. Kathy Fischel, aunt of the bride, served the wedding cake.

After a wedding trip to the Shenandoah Mountains in Virginia, the couple reside in Wilson.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal luncheon Sept. 23 hosted by the bride’s mother; a dinner Sept. 15 at Griff’s Steakbarn hosted by David and Joyce Griffin, uncle and aunt of the groom; a miscellaneous bridal shower Aug. 26 at the home of Joan York, grandmother of the bride, hosted by Sylvia Fennell, Wanda Best, Kathy Fischel, Cristal Marriner and Amy Finkler, aunts of the bride; and a miscellaneous bridal shower July 30 hosted by Cherie and Sierra Hill, friends of the couple.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at their home.

ASHEVILLE — Dr. Betsy K. Van Benthuysen and Donald R. Stroud Jr. of Washington exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 30 at 7 p.m. at Biltmore Estate, with Dr. L. Everett Thomas officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Richard Van Benthuysen Jr. and Lavonda T. Van Benthuysen of Raleigh and the granddaughter of the late Richard Van Benthuysen Sr. and Helen Sauls Van Benthuysen of Goldsboro and the late Rev. Leonard M. and Thelma R. Thomas of Shelby.

She is a graduate of Wake Forest University with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology and international relations and the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine in 1997 and 2000 with a dental degree and a postdoctoral certificate in pediatric dentistry. She did a general practice residency at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Ill. She was a member of Tri-Delta Sorority. She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Dental Associa-tion. She is employed as a pediatric dentist at Eastern Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry of Greenville.

The groom is the son of Donald R. Stroud Sr. of Seven Springs and Merle Thompson Hatch of Pink Hill and the grandson of the late Marvin Cecil Stroud of Deep Run, Nora Mae Whitfield Stroud of Seven Springs and the late John R. and S. Gertrude Thompson of LaGrange.

He graduated from North Lenoir High School, East Carolina University with a BSBA degree and Campbell University with a JD. He was a member of Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity. He is employed as a criminal defense lawyer with Donald R. Stroud Jr. Law Firm of Greenville.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a mermaid-style silk satin gown with crystal straps accented by a swirled silk tulle skirt and a swirl flower at the bust. She wore opera-length gloves with swirl accents at the wrist.

Her headpiece was a chapel-length silk tulle veil.

The bride carried a bouquet of red roses surrounded by chocolate calla lilies accented by bells of Ireland. It also had crystal clusters and brooches that belonged to her grandmothers.

Richard Van Benthuysen III of Greenville, S.C., was his sister’s man of honor.

Bridesmaids were Gina Graves Van Benthuysen of Greenville, sister-in-law of the bride, and Dr. Heather W. Svenson of Brunswick, Ga., college roommate of the bride.

Ethan Gerald Whitfield Stroud and Ian James Randolph Stroud were their father’s best men.

Groomsmen were Timothy Burch, Jeffery H. Foster and Robert Carl Kemp III of Winterville and William Gregory Duke of Greenville.

Avery Grace Van Benthuysen of Greenville, niece of the bride, was flower girl.

Gwenn Ford of Asheville directed the wedding. Presiding at the registers was Elizabeth Thomas Frank of Shelby, cousin of the bride. The groomsmen distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by the Clearfield String Quartet and John Entiz and Casey Coppenbarger, trumpeters.

Following the ceremony, the couple and the bride’s parents held a reception at Stable Courtyard.

After a wedding trip to England, Italy and the Mediterranean, the couple reside in Washington.

Events held before the wedding included a cocktail party Sept. 29 at the Inn of Biltmore Estate hosted by Mr. and Mrs. C.J. Zane of McLean, Va.; a pig picking Sept. 16 at John Smith’s Party Barn of Pink Hill hosted by Mr. and Mrs. John Case, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Rhodes and Mr. and Mrs. Mike Hatch; a tea Aug. 26 at Washington Duke Inn of Durham hosted by Gina Van Benthuysen of Greenville and Dr. Heather Svenson of Brunswick; and a cookout at the home of the bride’s parents hosted by Richard Van Benthuysen III and the bride’s father.

The couple, the bride’s parents and Mr. and Mrs. David Thomas held a rehearsal dinner Sept. 29 at Biltmore Estate Champagne Cellar.

KINSTON — Andrea Dawn Hardison and Daniel Andrew Brisson exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 16 at 6 p.m. at Vernon Hall, with Drew Clark officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Thomas and Carolyn Hardison of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of the late Herman and Lanie Hardison and the late Gardner and Lillie Wiley of Goldsboro.

She is a graduate of Rosewood High School and East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science degree in history. She was a member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. She is employed as a hairdresser at Jeffrey Scott Salon.

The groom is the son of David and Edie Brisson of Goldsboro and the grandson of Rebecca Brisson and the late Dan Brisson of Fuquay-Varina, Edith DeMoss of Chattanooga, Tenn., and the late Theodore DeMoss of Goldsboro.

He graduated from McCallie School and University of North Carolina at Wilmington with Bachelor of Science degrees in marketing and finance. He is employed at Goldsboro Milling Co.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a champagne-colored vintage-style lace sheath adorned with pearls and crystals. It had a shear chapel-length train edged in Venetian lace.

She wore a comb of pearls and crystals and her maternal grandmother’s pearls.

Bridesmaids were Robin Harris Salter of Crawley, England, and Shannon Hardison Smith of Goldsboro sisters of the bride; Rachel Edith Brisson of Raleigh, sister of the groom; and Kimberly Stackhouse Smith of Williamsburg, Va., and Amanda Best Hinnant of Goldsboro, friends of the bride.

David Brisson was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were David Aaron Brisson of Goldsboro and Theodore Brisson of Jacksonville, Fla., brothers of the groom, and Robert Dermer of Wilson, Thomas Castleberry of Nashville, Tenn., and Patrick Jones of Raleigh, friends of the groom.

Lauren Elizabeth Smith, niece of the bride, and Mary Scott Brisson, niece of the groom, were flower girls. Adam Dermer was ringbearer.

Tammy Floars directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Holly Dawson and Blair Floars.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Vernon Hall. Pat Hamm and Carol Stroud, aunts of the bride, served cake.

After a wedding trip to Hilton Head, S.C., the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal brunch Sept. 16 at the home of Joyce Pate; a miscellaneous shower at the home of Pam Stackhouse hosted by Ms. Stackhouse; and a miscellaneous shower at Goldsboro Country Club hosted by Gina Maxwell, Amanda Best and Charlotte Hallow

A rehearsal dinner was held at Baron and Beef of Kinston.

Diana Timna Thomas and William Brandon Holland exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 30 at 6 p.m. at the home of Rex and Ruth Sasser, with Catherine Smith officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mark Milton and Janet Louise Thomas of Pikeville and the granddaughter of Elizabeth Thomas and the late Milt Thomas and Rosella Shirey and the late John F. Shirey of Ligonier, Pa.

She is a 2000 graduate of Charles B. Aycock High School and a 2003 graduate of Wayne Community College with an associate degree in applied medical science. She attends Wilson Technical Community College for a nursing degree.

The groom is the son of James William Holland Jr. and Cheryl Sasser Holland of Goldsboro and the grandson of James William and Nora Holland of Pikeville and Rex and Ruth Sasser of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Rosewood High School in 1999, Wayne Community College with a welding certificate and Johnston Community College with a license. He is employed as a truck driver at Pate Dawson Co.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a satin A-line white gown with an apron front collected by a diamond. It had pink and blue embroidery on the bust, hemline and train.

Her headpiece was a pearl and diamond headband.

Kaitlin Thomas was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Janell Hazelton, Kristen Holland and Ashley Mccabe of Goldsboro; Jennifer Hood of Mount Olive; and Nicole Anders of Pikeville.

James William Holland Jr. was best man.

Groomsmen were Josh Thomas and Chris Anders of Pikeville; Anthony Garner and Dean Barnes of Goldsboro; and Clint Howell of Hampstead.

Ushers were Mark G. Thomas of Pikeville and Rex Threewitts, Chris Rooney and Rocky Barnes of Goldsboro.

Lacie Thomas was flower girl, escorted by Austin Thomas. Austin Mccabe was ringbearer, pulling Amelia Thomas and Magan Thomas in a wagon.

Annette Rooney directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Tasha Bollin and Mary Katherine Humphrey.

A program of wedding music was provided by Chris Anders and Anthony Garner.

Following the ceremony, a poolside reception was held at the home of the groom’s parents.

A wedding trip to Jamaica is planned for next year. The couple reside in Rosewood.

Events held before the wedding included a floating miscellaneous shower Sept. 10 at Rosewood Baptist Church and a lingerie shower in Greenville during the bachelorette party.

A rehearsal dinner was held Sept. 29 at the home of the groom’s parents.

WILMINGTON — Ginger Langley of Goldsboro and Kevin Huff of Pikeville exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 30 at 4 p.m. at the Fragrance Garden Gazebo at Greenfield Lake, with the Rev. Penelope Morningstar officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Rodney and Joyce Langley of Wake Forest and the granddaughter of the late Malvin and Gertrude Langley of Funston, Ga., Kathryrn Black of Cordele, Ga., and the late Dan Black of Blakely, Ga.

She is a graduate of North Carolina State University with a master of natural resources degree with a technical option in spatial information systems. She is employed as GIS specialist at Geographic Technologies Group.

The groom is the son of Pat Cooper of Pikeville and the grandson of Pauline Strope and the late Charles Strope of Waynesburg, Pa.

He graduated from Wayne Community College with a certificate in air conditioning and refrigeration. He is serving in the Air Force as a master sergeant.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She carried a bouquet of two dozen red roses.

Cinnamon Baggaley served as matron of honor, while Ashton Anderson was maid of honor.

Denny Long was best man.

Baylee Huff was flower girl.

Following the ceremony, a dinner and dance reception was held aboard the Henrietta III riverboat on the Cape Fear River in Wilmington.

After a wedding trip to the French West Indies, the couple reside in Pikeville.

EMERALD ISLE —Kelli Ruth Howell and Joshua Shane Narron exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 9 at 2 p.m. at the beach, with Jonathan Chavous officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Shane and Joy Howell of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of James Howell, Shirley Cook and the late Edwin and Ruth Crow of Goldsboro.

She is a graduate of Eastern Wayne High School and Wayne Community College. She is employed as an instructional assistant at Edgewood Community Developmental School.

The groom is the son of Freddy and Danette Narron of Goldsboro and the grandson of Ruby and the late Charles Narron of Selma and Franklin and Patricia Johnson of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Southern Wayne High School and attended Wayne Community College. He is employed at the North Carolina Department of Transportation.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by parents.

Courtney Howell of Goldsboro served as her sister’s maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Kerri Shipp of Goldsboro and Christy Sullivan of Mount Olive, sisters of the bride, and Ashley Narron of Goldsboro, sister of the groom.

Freddy Narron was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Chris Shipp and Trey Johnson of Goldsboro and Andy Sullivan of Mount Olive, friends of the groom and Timmy Johnson of Goldsboro, uncle of the groom.

Tracy Pendergraft of Goldsboro, friend of the couple, directed the wedding.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held.

After a wedding trip to Hilton Head Island, S.C., the couple reside in LaGrange.

Events held before the wedding included a lingerie shower hosted by sisters of the bride; a bridal shower hosted by women of Church on the Rock; a gift card shower hosted by Edgewood staff; and a tool shower at Grantham Fire Department.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner in Emerald Isle.

MOREHEAD CITY — Beverly Elizabeth Bizzell and Benjamin Kyle Saylors were married Oct. 14 at 4 p.m. at Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church, with the Rev. M. Eugene Carpenter officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Robert Bizzell of Kinston and the granddaughter of William Carl Bizzell of Mount Olive, the late Beryl Reams Bizzell and Mr. and Mrs. Evan Sylvanus Setzer Jr. of Greensboro.

She is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and East Carolina University with a Master of Arts degree in clinical psychology. She was a member of Alpha Delta Pi sorority. She was presented in 1998 at the North Carolina Terpsichorean Ball in Raleigh. She is employed as a licensed psychological associate with Wellsprings Center.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Clark Saylors of Goldsboro and the grandson of Luther Davis Saylors, the late Dorothy Clark Saylors and Mrs. Paul Dewey Schiller of Goldsboro and the late Mr. Schiller.

He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics. He was a member of Phi Gamma Delta fraternity. He is employed as a real estate appraiser with Wayne Appraisal Services.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a strapless candlelight silk satin gown with an asymmetrical ruching embellished with Swarovski crystals and a sable satin sash tied at the waist.

Her chapel-length veil was trimmed in candlelight silk satin.

The bride carried a bouquet of ivory roses, hydrangea and dendrobium orchids.

Margaret Reams Bizzell of Raleigh served as her sister’s maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Katherine Leigh Bradner of Charleston, S.C., Ashley Virginia Carson of Greensboro, Shanah Eve Fuerst and Elizabeth Kirkpatrick Saylors of Raleigh, Catherine Wilkins Gregory of Wilmington, Del., Jessica Clay Sayers of Arlington, Va., and Dr. Laura Whaley Wellington of Wilmington.

Michael Clark Saylors was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Jeffrey Hamilton Cooke and John Dortch Lewis III of Raleigh, Eric Lee Hartman of Atlanta, Ga., Justin Michael Lewis of Southern Pines, John Joseph Sauls of Charleston, and Paul Davis Saylors of Charleston and Jason Michael Saylors of Raleigh, brothers of the groom.

Christina Claire Anglin of Chapel Hill was crucifer. Margaret Reams Bizzell and Katherine Brittain Hobbs were scripture readers.

Ivy Robinson directed the wedding. Riley Cathleen Maness and Jonathan Robbins Maness, cousins of the bride, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Dr. Antoinette Tracy Anglin, organist; Joe Brinson, trumpeter; and Simple Gifts string trio.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at Coral Bay Club of Atlantic Beach. Dr. and Mrs. Samuel Joseph Gilmore and Mr. and Mrs. John Franklin Marston greeted guests.

After a wedding trip to Saint John, U.S. Virgin Islands, the couple will reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a bridesmaids’ luncheon Oct. 13 at Coral Bay Club hosted by the maid of honor; a sound side supper Oct. 12 at the home of the bride’s parents; a bachelor weekend Sept. 29 hosted by the groomsmen in Wrightsville Beach; a bachelorette weekend and shower Sept. 15 in Washington DC hosted by the bridesmaids; a bridal shower Aug. 26 at Torero’s Restaurant hosted by coworkers of the bride; a dinner dance Aug. 19 at Kinston Country Club hosted by friends of the bride and her parents; a summer supper May 20 at the home of the groom’s parents hosted by friends of the groom and his parents; and a stock-the-bar party May 13 at the home of James Bell Black IV and at Rush Lounge in Raleigh hosted by friends of the couple.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Oct. 13 at the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores.

Phyllis Lane Moore of Goldsboro and Ronald Allan Van Dyke exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 23 at 2 p.m. at The Lord’s Table, with the Rev. Bill Showman officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Moore of Castle Hayne.

She is a graduate of Southern Wayne High School, Mount Olive College with an Associate of Arts degree and Campbell University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. She is employed as a reporter at the Goldsboro News-Argus.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Van Dyke of Dudley and the grandson of Mildred Chappell of Dudley.

He graduated from Southern Wayne High School and attended Wayne Community College.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a faux two-piece ballgown with a Duchess satin bodice with scattered caviar beading and sequins and a full organza flowing skirt.

She carried a hand-wrapped bouquet of pale pink and burgundy roses.

Glenda Moore White of Rocky Point served as her sister’s matron of honor.

Chris Moore of Raleigh, brother of the bride, was best man.

Bub White of Rocky Point, nephew of the bride, was the groomsman.

Morgan White of Rocky Point, niece of the bride, was the junior bridesmaid.

Savannah Moore of Raleigh, niece of the bride, was flower girl. Joshua Moore and Jared Moore of Raleigh, nephews of the bride, were ringbearers.

Debbie Pennell, co-worker of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Alice Moore of Raleigh, sister-in-law of the bride. Betty Pike and Leigh Zimmermann, friends of the bride, distributed programs.

Renee Carey, co-worker of the bride, was a special helper.

A program of wedding music was provided by Nathan Lean of Goldsboro, pianist, and Glenda White and Bub White, vocalists.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church fellowship hall.

After a wedding trip to Charleston and Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a surprise shower Sept. 21 hosted by friends and co-workers of the bride.

The couple hosted a rehearsal dinner Sept. 22 at the Steak Barn. They chose this time to present gifts to their attendants.

MOUNT OLIVE — Missy Marie Oddon and Justin Michael Williams exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 12 at 11 a.m. at Eureka Christian Church, with Bob Goodman officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Rick Oddon of Raleigh and Pam Stiles of Mount Olive and the granddaughter of Francis Bouchard and the late John Oddon of Waterbury, the late James Chapman of Rio Rancho, N.M., and Ellen O’keefe of Garner.

She is employed as an administrative assistant at 3M.

The groom is the son of Michael and JoAnne Williams of Goldsboro, the grandson of Douglas and Louise Williams of Goldsboro and Edmond Schwartz of Snow Hill and Alpha Spears of Duffield, Va., and the stepgrandson of Janie Schwartz of Snow Hill.

The bride was escorted and given in marriage by Tom Stiles.

Emily Taylor was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Jamie Guerette, Christina Williams and Teressa Bernes.

Michael Williams was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Joseph Williams, Billy Easterday Jr., Ricky Oddon and Jay Kornegay Jr.

Taylor Deckard was flower girl. Zachary Weaver was ringbearer.

Shannon Weaver directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Keri Heath. Morgan Heath distributed programs.

Macey Weeks distributed bubbles.

A program of wedding music was provided by Emily Taylor and Jay Kornegay Jr., vocalists.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Eureka Christian Church.

After a wedding trip to Gatlinburg, Tenn., the couple reside in Raleigh.

Events held before the wedding included showers at Eureka Christian Church, Providence United Methodist Church and New Covenant Fellowship and a dinner at the Steak Barn hosted by David John and Minnie Overman.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Aug. 11 at Providence United Methodist Church.

GREENSBORO — Katrina Renee Lewis and Tametrous Boone of Greensboro exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 9 at 6 p.m. at New Beginnings Community Outreach Church, with Elder Michael Lewis officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Alton R. Lewis of Greenville and Lillian W. Lewis of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of the late Robinettie Lewis of Kinston and Catherine Williams and the late Jesse Williams of Goldsboro.

She is a 1994 graduate of Eastern Wayne High School.

The groom is the son of Joseph and Sheila Boone of Greenville and the grandson of Lillian Boone and Mary Davis of Georgetown, Del.

He graduated from Greenville Rose High School in 1992.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

Lynette Jones was matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Kamundi Jones and Talexis Boone.

Melvin Mclawhorn was best man.

Groomsmen were Brandon Lewis and Walter Aikens.

Ushers were Randolph Dawson, Andre Berry and Genard Bates.

Imani Boone was the junior bride. Tyler Suggs was the junior groom.

Gabriella Andrews was flower girl. Bryson Berry was ringbearer.

Antonya Wade directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Jimita Hairston.

A program of wedding music was provided by Sean Murray, pianist, and Allison Burden Lambert, vocalist.

After a wedding trip to the Bahamas, the couple reside in Greensboro.

MOUNT OLIVE — Natalie Ruth Parvin and Benjamin Burgess Griffith exchanged vows Oct. 7 at 6 p.m. at First Baptist Church, with Dr. Donald Y. Gordon officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James DeWayne Parvin of Mount Olive and the granddaughter of Ruth Martin Parker and the late Louis Outlaw Parker of Mount Olive and Mr. and Mrs. James Burbank Parvin of Washington.

She is a graduate of Southern Wayne High School and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Kenan Flagler Business School with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration and a concentration in marketing and biology. She was a member of Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority and was presented at the Terpsichorean Club’s 2002 North Carolina Debutante Ball. She is employed as a pharmaceutical sales representative with Johnson and Johnson.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Clegg Griffith of Cornelius and grandson of Marjorie Pender Burgess, the late Truman Willard Burgess, Dorothy Hart Griffith and the late Melvin Stewart Griffith of Huntersville.

He graduated from North Mecklenburg High School in Huntersville and Montreat College with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration. He is employed as a sales manager with Burgess Supply Co.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a formal gown of ivory matte satin with a strapless neckline. The bodice was enhanced with dimensional beads and embroidery accented with Swarovski crystals in a linear scroll design, repeated along the hemline and cathedral train insert. A side pleated skirt and V-shaped back complemented the gown.

Her two-tiered ivory fingertip illusion veil had a petite satin-corded edge.

The bride carried a bouquet of pink roses, white tube roses and green hydrangeas centered around cymbidium orchids.

Lauren Ashley Parvin and Bridget Gail Parvin served their sister as maids of honor.

Bridesmaids were Kelly Diana Parker of Mount Olive, cousin of the bride; Natalie Griffith Abel of Black Mountain, sister of the groom; Laura Jane Collins of Raleigh and Jessica Ann Shoneck of Goldsboro, friends of the bride; Paige Vickory Barwick of Mount Olive, Abbey Sparks Hawkins of Durham, Marion Grace Johnson of Charlotte, Jessica Ruth Niblock of Lexington, Ky., and Sara Rogers White of New York City, sorority sisters of the bride; and Natalie Michelle Earnhardt of Denver, N.C., friend of the couple.

Benjamin Clegg Griffith was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were David Thomas Abel of Black Mountain, brother-in-law of the groom; Hart Perry Griffith of Hillsborough and Paul Christopher Taylor of Charlotte, cousins of the groom; Matthew Paul Blackburn of Ormond Beach, Fla., Brandon York Cecil, Luke Patrick Mayes and Joshua Charles Dearing of Huntersville, Courtney McDonald Flowe and Darrin Lane Hucks of Cornelius and Duane Anthony Lewis of Concord, friends of the groom; and Brentley Allen Jackson of Newton Grove, friend of the couple.

Ushers were Garrett Scarborough Blackwelder of Greenville, Michael Allen Kinder of Raleigh, David Brooks Lee of Greensboro and Wesley Preston Parker of Garner, cousins of the bride.

Sarah Ashton Parvin of Newport, cousin of the bride, was flower girl. Danny Carroll Howard II of Washington, cousin of the bride, was ringbearer.

Ann Toler Bryan of Mount Olive, friend of the bride’s family, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and distributing orders of worship were Corrie Briney Blackwelder of Greenville, Meredith Blackwelder Kinder of Raleigh and Michele Leigh Fallert of Garner, cousins of the bride.

A program of wedding music was provided by J. Michael Best of Goldsboro, organist; the Rev. Charles Grant of Mount Olive, vocalist; Paige Vickory Barwick and Ramsey Thomas Turner of Mount Olive, violinists; and Cindy Grant of Seven Springs, trumpeter.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a dinner and dance reception at Goldsboro Country Club. Mr. and Mrs. Preston Parker of Mount Olive, Mr. and Mrs. Doug Parvin of Newport and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Michelotti of Wheaton, Ill., uncles and aunts of the couple, and Shirley S. Lee of Buies Creek, cousin of the bride, greeted guests. Mr. and Mrs. Scott Hardy of LaGrange and Mr. and Mrs. Brett Kerce of Mount Pleasant, S.C., friends of the couple, attended the memory card vase and registry. Shelby D. Benton of Goldsboro and Jennifer C. Sykes of Mount Olive were directors. Serving cookies were Mallory and Brooke Albertson of Goldsboro. Special helpers were Byron Bryan, Will Bryan and Laura Smith.

After a wedding trip to Maui and Waikiki, Hawaii, the couple will reside in Cornelius.

Events held before the wedding included a wedding breakfast Oct. 7 in the president’s room of the Murphy Center at Mount Olive College hosted by Brooks and Shirley Lee, Mr. and Mrs. Preston Parker, Wesley and Kelly Parker, Ruth M. Parker and Edna M. Scarborough; a snack time Oct. 7 hosted by Cindy Bell, Leona Brock and Dorothy Evans; a round of golf Oct. 6 at Walnut Creek Country Club hosted by Neal Benton; a dinner and home and garden shower Sept. 30 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jay Casey hosted by the Caseys and Mr. and Mrs. Avery Blackburn of Huntersville; an around-the-calendar holiday shower Sept. 9 at the home of Abbey Sparks Hawkins of Durham hosted by Ms. Hawkins; a miscellaneous shower Aug. 27 at First Baptist Church of Mount Olive; a bridesmaids’ party Aug. 18 through 20 in Atlantic Beach hosted by Ashley and Bridget Parvin; a bridesmaids’ luncheon Aug. 20 in Atlantic Beach hosted by Scottie Bryan, Selena Bennett, Shelby Benton, Jennifer Sykes and Sharon Turner during which time the bride chose to present gifts to her attendants; a dinner and dance Aug. 5 at Southern Wayne Country Club; a dinner and couple’s shower July 29 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lonnie Flowe of Cornelius hosted by the Flowes, Mr. and Mrs. Alan Barnette and Mr. and Mrs. David Beard; and an engagement party June 17 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Neal Benton of Goldsboro hosted by the Bentons.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Oct. 6 at Walnut Creek Country Club. The couple chose this time to present gifts to their attendants.

SNOW HILL — Barbara Jean Creech and Jonathan Lee Hargett of Kinston exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 9 at 3 p.m. at Harrell’s Chapel Free Will Baptist Church, with Alvin Keener officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Dennis Earl and Cynthia Creech Elks of Walstonburg, the granddaughter of Eddie and Patsy Hall of Snow Hill and the great-granddaughter of Myrtle Creech of Snow Hill.

She is a 2002 graduate of Mt. Calvary Christian Academy and a 2006 graduate of Lenoir Community College with an associate degree in radiological technology. She is employed as an X-ray technician at Physician’s Prime Care Center.

The groom is the son of John Martin Hargett Jr. and Diane Hood Hargett of Dover, the grandson of John Martin Hargett of New Bern and Mary Hood of Dover and the great-grandson of Catherine Wood of Cove City.

He graduated from Arendell Parrott Academy in 2001 and attended Wayne Community College for agrobusiness technology. He is employed in production at Coastal AgroBusiness.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by parents.

She wore a white halter-style gown with Venise lace and beadwork on matte satin. It had a beaded border hemline with a double-panel skirt back with beaded insert on the chapel-length train.

Her single-layer elbow-length veil adorned with crystals and pearls was attached to a diamond tiara.

The bride carried a hand-wrapped, short stem bouquet of ivory hydrangeas, burgundy and white calla lilies.

Aimee Johnson was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Katelin Downs and Amber Hargett, sister of the groom.

Marty Hargett was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Landon Minges and Kris Koonce.

Ushers were Robbie Creech, uncle of the bride, and Patrick Hargett, cousin of the groom.

Cori Miller Sutton was flower girl. Kameron Hargett, cousin of the groom, and Hunter Walston were ringbearers.

Dianne Davis directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Meredith Sugg. Erin Smith distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Beth Head, pianist, and Beth Head and Larry Head, vocalists.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s family held a reception in the church fellowship building.

After a wedding trip to Gatlinburg, Tenn., the couple reside in Kinston.

Events held before the wedding included a bachelorette party Sept. 1 through 4 in Emerald Isle hosted by family and friends; a lingerie shower Aug. 19 hosted by Aimee Johnson; a bachelor party Aug. 11 through 13 at Blunt’s Creek hosted by Landon Minges; an engagement luau Aug. 6 hosted by the groom’s parents; a stock-the-pantry shower Aug. 5 hosted by family and friends of the bride; and a home and garden shower July 23 hosted by the Hood and Hargett families.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at the Broken Eagle Eatery of Kinston.

Megan Leigh Smith and Aubrey Joseph Hartzog of Grimesland exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 26 at 5 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, with the Rev. Gene M. Carpenter officiating.

The bride is the daughter of James Hilliard and Armine Petrossian Smith of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of the late James Hilliard and Evelyn Brown Smith of Goldsboro and the late Harutiun and Sirvart Bahador Petrossian.

She is a graduate of Eastern Wayne High School and East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Arts degree. She is employed as judicial assistant at the Pitt County district court judge’s office.

The groom is the son of Rex Harrol and Lelia Marie Wrightson Hartzog of Goldsboro and the grandson of the late James Aubrey Hartzog of Opp, Ala., Mary Emma Lenard of Ozark, Ala., and the late Lionel Joseph and Lula Mae Holbert Wrightson of Plymouth.

He graduated from Southern Wayne High School and Wayne Community College with a certificate in basic law enforcement training. He is employed as a law enforcement officer with the city of Greenville.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore an ivory luster satin spaghetti strap gown with blue accent above the bodice and blue cathedral train. The bodice was embroidered with pearl and crystal beading with blue sequins lace-up in the back.

She carried a nosegay of blue hydrangea and white lisianthus.

Leigh Howell of Dudley was the matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Patricia Smith of Linwood, N.J., and Jessica Hartzog of Dudley.

Rex Harrol Hartzog was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Robert Wright of Greenville and Craig Wolfe of Durham.

Rachel Howell and Peyton Hartzog were flower girls. Cameron Jernigan was ringbearer.

Peggy Brown and Ethel Barnhill directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Bergen Hartzog and Cooper Hartzog. James D. Smith and Thomas H. Smith distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by William Hayes, organist, and Barry Bauguess, trumpeter.

Following the ceremony, a dinner reception was held in the church parish hall.

After a wedding cruise to Grand Cayman, Cozumel, Belize and Costa Mayo, Mexico, the couple reside in Grimesland.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal party Aug. 25 at Goldsboro Country Club hosted by Peggy Brown, Ethel Barnhill, Sarah Thomas, Anne Campbell, Charlotte Campbell, Shaheen Malekpour and Sue McDonald; a spa day Aug. 24 at Fashion Nails; and a luncheon Aug. 24 at the home of the bride’s parents.

The groom’s parents held a barbecue rehearsal dinner Aug. 25 at their home.

MAUI, Hawaii — Christal Michele Edwards of Princeton and Justin Tracy Holland of Pikeville exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 15 at 5:30 p.m. at South Maluaka Beach, with the Rev. Adam Gowe officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mitchell Elesley Edwards Jr. of Roper and Kathi Edwards Braswell of Princeton, the granddaughter of the Rev. Mitchell Elesley and the late Myrtle Roberson Edwards of Creswell, the late Arthur Monroe Woodard of Goldsboro and Lillian Jones Hollowell of Princeton and the great-granddaughter of the late Rev. Clyde Wesley Jones and Mary Brooks Jones.

She is a graduate of Princeton High School, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Johnston Community College. She is employed as a nuclear medicine technologist at Rex Hospital.

The groom is the son of James Raeford Holland Jr. of Pikeville and Kimberly Taylor Nye of Chocowinity and the grandson of the late James Raeford and Edna Kornegay Holland of Dudley and Joyce Barrow and the late Clifton Earl Taylor of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Charles B. Aycock High School and Wayne Community College. He is employed as a lineman at Progress Energy.

The bride was escorted by her mother and brother, Les Edwards, and given in marriage by her parents.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the Seawatch Restaurant in Makena.

After a wedding trip to Maui, the couple reside in Willow Springs.

Events held before the wedding included a family Hawaiian luau Sept. 9 hosted by Steve and Paula Jones and Stefanie Jones; an Hawaiian luau Aug. 26 in Chocowinity hosted by Kim and Plummer Nye in Chocowinity; a lingerie shower Aug. 18 at the home of Tina Winborne hosted by Tina Winborne and Angie Proctor; and a bridal shower Aug. 13 at the home of Deacon and Faye Jones hosted by Grace Pearce, Paula Jones and Faye Jones.

OLD FORT — Laci Renee Bowen of Old Fort and Randy Alan Smith exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 19 at 3 p.m. at Mt. Hebron Wesleyan Church, with Kemul Travis officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Valli Noblitt Bowen of Old Fort and Scott Bowen of Marion and the granddaughter of Sammi and Loren Noblitt of Old Fort and Gladys Bowen and Carson Bowen of Marion.

She is a 2006 graduate of McDowell High School of Marion.

The groom is the son of Ray and Wilma Smith of LaGrange and the grandson of Bob and Jane Patton of Goldsboro and Aaron and Annie Smith of LaGrange.

He is employed as a cabinet maker with Hoke Cabinetry.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a white satin strapless gown embellished with seed pearls on the top and scattered on the bottom.

Her fingertip veil with scattered pearls was attached to a silver tiara with pearls.

The bride carried a bouquet of red roses with baby’s breath and pearls.

Summer Carson of Old Fort served as her sister’s matron of honor, while Brooke Patton of Goldsboro, cousin of the bride, was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Amy McKinney of Marion, friend of the bride; Destini Rhodes of Old Fort, cousin of the bride; and Kacie Rousay of Goldsboro, cousin of the groom.

David Patton was his nephew’s best man.

Ushers were Adam Smith of LaGrange, brother of the groom; Joe Rousay of Goldsboro, uncle of the groom; Jesse Bowen of Old Fort, brother of the bride; and Blake Rousay of Goldsboro, cousin of the groom.

Shaunisha Carson, niece of the bride, was the junior bridesmaid.

Allison Patton, cousin of the bride, was flower girl. Taven and Christian Carson and James Gilliland, nephews of the bride, were ringbearers.

Vikki Patton and Tracy Rhodes, aunts of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Shilah Rose, cousin of the bride, and Angel Streets. Dana Rousay, aunt of the groom, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Larabeth Poteat, friend of the bide, vocalist, and Richard Noblitt, uncle of the bride.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Crooked Creek Fire Department. Angel Streets, cousin of the bride, and Susan Streets, great-aunt of the bride, were servers.

After a wedding trip to Gatlinburg, Tenn., the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a household shower Aug. 4 at Mt. Hebron Church fellowship hall hosted by aunts and a household shower June 16 at the home of Debbi Perkins hosted by Dawn Cook, Debbie Haithcock and Ms. Perkins.

The groom’s family held a rehearsal dinner at Mt. Hebron Church.

WILSON — April Nicole Brown and Nevin Gregory Twiddy exchanged vows in a ceremony Aug. 26 at 3 p.m. at First Free Will Baptist Church, with the Rev. Wayne King officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Polly Fulghum Brown of Wilson and the late Larry Stevenson Brown and the granddaughter of Ina Bissette Fulghum of Wilson.

She is a graduate of James B. Hunt High School and a magna cum laude graduate of Barton College with a bachelor degree in accounting. She is employed with patient financial services at Wilson Medical Center.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Roger Twiddy of Sims and the grandson of Vivian Jones Snyder of Sims.

He graduated from James B. Hunt High School. He attended Barton College and Wilson Technical Community College. He is employed as a welder at SE&M Constructs.

The bride was escorted by Kenneth R. Lamm.

She wore a white strapless matte satin gown. The bodice was enhanced with dimensional beads and embroidery accented with Swarovski crystals with a linear scrolled design. The pattern was repeated along the hemline and on the semi-cathedral train insert. A side-pleated skirt and V-back completed the gown.

She wore a tiara comb adorned with Austrian crystals.

The bride carried a hand-tied bouquet of bells of Ireland, white lilies, purple tulips, green berries, white roses, lavender statice, purple lisianthus, green orchids, white caspia and purple monte with white sheer ribbon down the stems, tied with white sheer bows.

Lindsay Bradley Earp served as matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Kristie Lamm Johnson, Genny Nicole Ferrel and Carolynn Michole Brown.

Timothy Roger Twiddy Sr. was best man.

Groomsmen were Timothy Roger Twiddy Jr., Jason Wayne Joyner, Joshua Lance Morrison, Andrew McCray Balley and Hunter Aaron Brown.

Haley Kimberlyn Lassiter and Frankie Elizabeth Lassiter were flower girls.

Kristen Taylor Raper was the miniature bride. Maxton Gabriel Brown was the miniature groom.

Linda Moore Davis directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Andrea Leigh McNeely and Tonda Moye Bradley. Diane Wilson Lamm and Sherlon Lynn Page distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Johnny Ralph Sullivan, pianist; Dr. Barnes Perry, trumpeter; and Susan Parrish Lewis, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, Polly Fulghum Brown held a reception at Wilson Country Club.

After a wedding trip to Walt Disney World, Fla., the couple reside in Wilson.

Events held before the wedding included a bridesmaids’ brunch Aug. 25 at Wilson’s Jarman House Tea Room hosted by Tonda Bradley and Lindsay Earp; a floating miscellaneous shower July 16 at First Free Will Baptist Church hosted by church members, family and friends; a lingerie shower July 9 at the bride’s home hosted by Diane Lamm, Kristie Johnson and Sherlon Page; and an engagement luau June 17 at the bride’s home hosted by Arlene Boykin, Cathy McNeely, Linda Dew, Carol Brown and Amy Skinner.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Aug. 25 at Wilson Country Club.

LUCAMA — Heather Lynn Lawrence and John Michael Bulla exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 16 at 2 p.m. at Lucama United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Sharon Sherrod officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Carl and Teresa Lawrence of Lucama, the granddaughter of Ed and Hazel Overman of Lucama and Nona Hunter and the late Jackie Hunter of Cary and the great-granddaughter of Mable Lawrence of Goldsboro.

She is a 2006 graduate of Charles B. Aycock High School and a 2006 graduate of Wayne Community College with degree in pharmacy technician. She is employed at CVS Pharmacy.

The groom is the son of John and Elaine Bulla of Fremont and the grandson of Jerry Bulla and the late John H. Bulla II of Wilson and Bill and Laura Spivey of Tampa, Fla.

He graduated from Charles B. Aycock High School in 2002. He is self-employed at John Bulla Inc.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a full-length white satin strapless gown with a princess bodice. It had embroidery and beaded floral designs that carried throughout the dress and chapel-length train.

Her two-tiered elbow-length veil was outlined with pearls.

Brittany Nicole Lawrence served her sister as maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were LeAnn Arthur, friend of the couple.

Johnny Bulla was his brother’s best man.

Groomsmen were Brooks Barnes, friend of the couple.

Ushers were Neal Overman and Rick Overman, uncles of the bride.

Kaylee Bulla, niece of the groom, and Sara Spivey, cousin of the groom, were flower girls.

Mary Bulla, sister-in-law of the groom, directed the wedding.

A program of wedding music was provided by Gail Bulla Scott, aunt of the groom.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held behind the church.

After a wedding trip to Maggie Valley, the couple reside in Fremont.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal shower Aug. 19 at the home of the bride’s parents hosted by Brittany Lawrence, sister of the bride.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Sept. 15 at their home.

Shana Lynn Koegel and Christopher Brian Holloman exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 23 at 3 p.m. at Lane Tree Country Club, with the Rev. Rose Hicks officiating.

The bride is the daughter of John and Debby Koegel and the granddaughter of Jim and Dot Peleska, the late Charlie and Carolyn Koegel and the late Stephanie Koegel of Maryland.

She a 1999 graduate of Rosewood High School and a 2004 graduate of Wayne Community College with an associate degree in information systems and an associate degree in information systems/networking with a certificate in Cisco. She is employed as a computer technician with Wayne County Public Schools.

The groom is the son of Rudy and Sherry Holloman of Princeton and the grandson of Robert and Peggy Holloman, Dolly Hester and the late Horace Hester of Princeton.

He is a 1999 graduate of Rosewood High School and a 2005 graduate of Campbell University School of Pharmacy with a Doctorate of Pharmacy Degree. He is employed with Thomas Drugs of Wilson.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a formal floor-length gown of Italian satin. The fitted strapless bodice was embellished with bugle beads and crystals. The sweetheart neckline was outlined in bugle beads. The A-line floor-length skirt and chapel-length train were adorned with garlands of bugle beads in an embroidery design bordered in bugle beads and crystals.

Her tiara adorned with pearls, crystals and rhinestones was attached to a single-tiered veil of silk illusion, the edge scalloped with bugle beads, pearls and sequins.

The bride carried a cascade of red and white roses with streaming ivy.

Patti Stovall served as her friend’s matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Tammy Oxford, Lindsay Gale and Heidi Rogers, friends of the bride.

Rudy Holloman was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Dan Stovall, Mike Jones and Michael Everett, friends of the groom, and Scott Holloman, brother of the groom.

Beth Stovall was the junior bridesmaid.

Debra Oxford was flower girl. Ben Stovall was ringbearer.

Joan Hester, aunt of the groom, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and distributed programs was Suzette Williamson, aunt of the groom.

A program of wedding music was provided by DJ Rick.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception and dance at Lane Tree Country Club. Daphne Everett poured punch. Lily Worrell cut and served the wedding cake.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple reside in Pikeville.

Events held before the wedding included a bachelorette party in Raleigh Sept. 9 hosted by Patti Stovall, Debby Koegel and Tammy Oxford; a tool party at Outback Steakhouse Aug. 18 hosted by Dan Stovall; a bridal luncheon Aug. 12 hosted by Debby Koegel, the bride chose this time to present gifts to her attendants; a bridal shower Aug. 6 at Ebenezer Church hosted by the groom’s mother and Suzette Williamson, aunt of the groom; a bachelorette party at the beach July 21 hosted by Maria Singleton, Karen Lee and Jennifer Grantham, friends of the bride; and a bridal shower at the home of the bride’s parents June 4 hosted by Patti Stovall.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at Lanetree Country Club. The couple chose this time to present gifts to their attendants.

Elizabeth Richmond Weeks and Justin Thomas Hott exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 30 at 5:30 p.m. at St. Paul United Methodist Church, with Dr. Homer Morris officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Johnson Weeks Jr. of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Mrs. Hubert Williams Partin Jr. of Goldsboro, the late Mr. Partin and the late Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Johnson Weeks of Tarboro.

She is a 2003 graduate of East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication. She is a member of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority. She was presented at the 1999 Terpsichorean Club Debutante Ball in Raleigh. She is employed as a pharmaceutical sales representative with PDI.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Thomas Hott of New Bern and the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Warren Spruill of Oriental and the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Worley Hott of Arapahoe.

He graduated from East Carolina University in 2003 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in construction management. He is a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity. He is employed as a superintendent with T.A. Loving Co.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore an ivory couture strapless gown with a chapel-length train. The bodice embroidery featured crystals and rhinestones. The dropped waist ballgown skirt was tufted and accented with rhinestone pickups.

Her headpiece was a single-tiered veil with pencil edging.

Heather Renee Kearney of Raleigh was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Christen Lee Botros of Wilmington, Amber Chambley Byrd of Chapel Hill, April Nicole Herring of Goldsboro, Chaney Hott Poe of Raleigh, Rebecca Lauren West of Greenville and Mary Charles Woodward of Toledo, Ohio.

William Thomas Hott was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Jason Samir Hakooz and William Dismukes Poe III of Raleigh, Michael Brandon Morgan of Morehead City, Robert Todd Weeks of Goldsboro and David Charles Woodward of Toledo.

Honorary bridesmaids were Kimberly Lauren Felts and Juliana Meryl Switzer of Charlotte, Emily Lanier Martin of Virginia Beach, Va., Sarah Wade Morgan of Morehead City and Elisabeth Sanders Strickland of Raleigh.

Katherine Elizabeth Woodward of Toledo was flower girl.

Noah Ellis Combs of Cornelius and Connor Thomas Woodward of Toledo were junior groomsmen.

Sheila Warrick directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Meghann Partin Adams of Raleigh. Kelley Marie McMurray of Charlotte and Lizabeth Ann Swirsky of Chicago, Ill., distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Mark Gourley, organist; Dennis de Jong, trumpeter; and Sarah Edwards, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Goldsboro Country Club.

After a wedding trip to Tortola, British Virgin Islands, the couple will reside in New Bern.

Events held before the wedding included several showers and parties hosted by family and friends.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at Walnut Creek Country Club.

FOUR OAKS — Rebecca Faye Skinner and Gregory Thomas Kivett exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 5 at 4 p.m. at St. John Pente-costal Holiness Church with the Rev. Jim Forehand officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Pastor Jim and Faye Skinner of Four Oaks and the granddaughter of Resa Skinner and the late Henry Skinner of New Bern and Helen Morris and the late Benjamin Morris of Garner.

She is a graduate of West Columbia High School in Cerro Gordo and the University of North Carolina at Pembroke with a Bachelor of Science degree in middle grade education. She is employed at Northeastern Randolph Middle School as a seventh-grade math teacher.

The groom is the son of Jerry and Beverly Kivett of McLeansville and the grandson of the late T.G. and Lake Kivett, Catherine Payne and the late G.M. Payne of McLeansville. He is employed as an inventory specialist 2 with Replacements Ltd.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

Anna Dills served her friend as maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Wendy Roberts and Stephanie Kinley, cousins of the bride; Aubrey Eissens, friend of the bride; and Chantel Nelson, friend of the couple.

Jerry Kivett was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Jeff Kivett and Kevin Kivett, brothers of the groom; Michael Skinner, brother of the bride; and Keith Campbell, friend of the groom.

Caitlyn Cook, second cousin of the bride, was flower girl. Brandon Meredith, nephew of the groom, was ringbearer.

Sandra Britt directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Johnny and Barbara Crary, uncle and aunt of the bride.

A program of recorded wedding music was provided by Phil Britt, sound technician.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception in the church fellowship hall.

After a wedding cruise to the western Caribbean, the couple reside in Liberty.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal shower hosted by Ann Beasley, aunt of the bride; a bridal shower hosted by ladies of St. John Pentecostal Holiness Church; and a lingerie shower hosted by Chantel Nelson and Anna Dills, friends of the bride.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner in the church fellowship hall.

Keri Anne Godwin and Ernest Holt “Bevo” Weaver III exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 30 at 4 p.m. at Mikes Farm, with Howard Seymour officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Danny P. Godwin and Maxine P. Godwin of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Carrie Pike Carraway and the late Homer C. Pike Sr. of Goldsboro and the late Andres and Ozie Godwin of Middlesex.

She is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with a Bachelor of Arts degree in therapeutic recreation and Pitt Community College’s echocardiography program. She is employed as a registered echocardiographer at Sampson Regional Medical Center of Clinton.

The groom is the son of Cyretha B. Barbee of Goldsboro and Ernest Holt Weaver Jr. and Bobbie Weaver of Boydton, Va., and the grandson of the late Ernest H. Weaver Sr., the late Wade and Francis Foster and the late Saint Elmo and Ida Burnette of Louisburg.

He graduated from Eastern Wayne High School. He is employed by Bell South of Raleigh.

The bride was escorted by her father and brother and given in marriage by her parents and brother.

She wore a formal strapless gown of Italian satin and Alencon lace. The fitted bodice was embellished with seed pearls, sequins and bugle beads. A satin ribbon accented the waist. The floor-length trumpet skirt and sweep train were adorned in garlands of beaded lace and lace motifs, entwined with satin ribbon. Satin buttons accented the back from the neckline to the hemline of the scalloped, beaded Alencon lace.

Her tiara was adorned with pearls, rhinestones and floral accents.

The bride carried a clutch bouquet of greenery and yellow roses.

Andrea Lawrence of Goldsboro sister of the groom, served as matron of honor, while Corey Thomas of Goldsboro, cousin of the bride, was maid of honor.

Chris Drake was his friend’s best man.

Clint Godwin of Elizabeth City, brother of the bride, was the groomsman.

Ushers were Andrew Lancaster and Cole Lancaster of Goldsboro, nephews of the groom.

Carolyn Thomas, aunt of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Ann Twiddy, aunt of the bride. Hannah Twiddy, cousin of the bride, was poem reader.

Taylor Graham and Pavin Foley, cousins of the bride, distributed bubbles.

A program of wedding music was provided by Tommy Howell, keyboardist and vocalist, and the bride, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, the couple’s parents held a dinner reception at Mikes Farm. Peggy Flowers, great-aunt of the bride, and Ann Twiddy cut the wedding cake.

After a wedding trip to the Mexican Riviera, the couple will reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a dinner Sept. 26 at Billie’s hosted by the bride and she chose this time to present gifts to her attendants; a beach weekend Sept. 16 in Myrtle Beach, S.C., hosted by friends of the bride; a barbecue Aug. 26 at the home of the bride’s parents hosted by the bride’s family; a dinner party Aug. 19 at the Country Squire of Kenansville hosted by Terry Holloman, Barbara Holloman and Lindsey Holloman, friends of the bride; and a bath, body and lingerie shower July 29 at the home of the groom hosted by the groom’s mother, and Andrea Lawrence, sister of the groom.

Brenna Rowanne Monk and Robert Adam Wolfe exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 23 at 4:30 p.m. at the Monk home, with Chris Singleton officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Dennis Joseph and Trista Shirley Monk of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Doris Monk, the late James Monk and Wilber and Margie Shirley of Goldsboro.

She is a 1997 graduate of Charles B. Aycock High School and a graduate of East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science degree in child development and family relations and a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing. She is employed as registered nurse at Wayne Memorial Hospital.

The groom is the son of R.K. and Nancy Wolfe of Goldsboro and the grandson of Libby Wolfe and the late Raymond K. Wolfe Sr. of Virginia Beach, Va., and Paul Howell and the late Esther Howell of Goldsboro.

He is serving in the Army. He was a former paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne Division at Ft. Bragg and is currently a recruiter in Goldsboro for the Army in Goldsboro.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a formal gown of diamond white organza with a strapless sweetheart neckline and cutaway organza overskirt. The overlay was ornamented with floral embroidery embellished with Swarovski crystals, bugle beads, seed beads and sequins. The corset back flowed down the A-line skirt that led into the semi-cathedral train.

Her comb of rhinestones and pearls led into a single-tiered veil of silk illusion with a scalloped edge trimmed with beads and sequins..

Courtney Monk served as her sister’s maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Crystal Ross and Shannon Tart.

Gerard Tart Jr. was his brother’s best man.

Groomsmen were Tanner Monk, Liam Tart and R.K. Wolfe.

Hanna McKeithan was flower girl. Davis Caudill was ringbearer.

Jo Rouse directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Debbie Lewis.

Train bearer was Kayla Teague

A program of wedding music was provided by Jenny Heim, violinist.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception and dance at their home.

After a wedding trip to Grand Cayman and Ocho Rios, Jamaica, the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal shower Sept. 20 in Goldsboro hosted by Wayne Memorial Hospital 6th floor staff; a miscellaneous luncheon Sept. 2 in Goldsboro hosted by the groom’s family; a housewarming shower Aug. 25 in Goldsboro hosted by the Malpass family; a bridal shower Aug. 13 in Goldsboro hosted by the Dorcas Circle at First Free Will Baptist Church; and a lingerie shower July 22 in Mount Olive hosted by Rayne Caudill, aunt of the bride.

The couple’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Sept. 22 at the home of the bride’s grandparents.

Rebecca Faye Respess Thomson and William Page Barnes III of LaGrange exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 26 at 2 p.m. at Northview Baptist Church, with Pastor Terry Gainer officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Norman Alan and Frances Faye Thomson of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of James Arthur and Arlene Bertha Thomson of Ocean Springs, Miss., the late Albert Harold of Biloxi, Miss., and Lena Isabelle Brown of Fredericksburg, Va.

She is employed as a records secretary at Wayne Community College.

The groom is the son of Ivy Sue Lewis of Pikeville and the grandson of Theodore Banks and Helen Brown Hegler of Goldsboro.

He is employed as an accountant at Pate Dawson Co.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore an ivory wedding dress with a tailored V-shaped, cross over empire bodice that met the embroidered midriff. Bands of embroidery edged the A-line skirt and split back over the skirt onto the chapel-length train.

The bride carried a bouquet of delphinium, white roses and bells of Ireland.

Shawna Morton was maid of honor.

Aaron Barnes was best man.

Ushers were Reed Spencer and Alex Krieger.

Stephanie Smith assisted with the guest book.

A program of wedding music was provided by Clark Stern, pianist.

A reception was held at Billie’s Backstreet.

After a wedding trip to Boston, Mass., the couple reside in LaGrange.

A rehearsal dinner was held at the Steak Barn.

Events held before the wedding included a wedding shower Aug. 24 hosted by the office of admissions and records at Wayne Community College; a wedding shower Aug. 14 at Pate Dawson Co. hosted by the finance department; and a wedding shower July 29 at Northview Church hosted by Helen Hegler, Rose Krieger and Stephanie Spencer.

Pamela Daneen Hardy and Gary Albert Best of Lithonia, Ga., exchanged vows Sept. 23 at 3:30 p.m. in a double-ring ceremony at Best Grove Missionary Baptist Church, with the Rev. David S. Hammond, uncle of the bride, officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Dorothy W. Hardy of Goldsboro and the late Larry J. Hardy of Greenville and the granddaughter of the late Allen and Mary B. Woodard of Goldsboro and the late Gus and Ester Hardy of Greenville.

She is a graduate of Goldsboro High School and North Carolina Central University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in public administration. She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. She is employed at Verizon Wireless as an area operation coordinator.

The groom is the son of Ernestine F. Best and the late Prince Albert Best Jr. of Goldsboro and the grandson of the late Prince Albert Sr., Sarah Best, the late Robert Flowers and the late Reuben and Nora Hamilton of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Goldsboro High School and A&T State University with a degree in industrial technology. He is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. He is employed with National Net as a senior network engineer.

The bride was escorted by her brother, Larry A. Hardy, and given in marriage by her mother.

She wore a strapless two-piece champagne gown with a beaded lace skirt and a satin corset bodice.

Her single-tiered bead-trimmed fingertip veil with gold lace embroidered flowers accented with silver was attached to a crystal tiara.

The bride carried a clutch-style bouquet of roses tied with satin ribbon.

Michelle Murdock of Washington D.C. served her friend as maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Valerie Burden Bartlett of St. Louis, Mo., Dejuana Siler-Henderson of Durham and Monique Reaves and Symone Smith of Goldsboro, friends of the bride; Selina Best of Douglasville, Ga., sister of the groom; and Audra Tillery of Raleigh, college friend of the bride.

Byron Best of Douglasville was his brother’s best man.

Ushers were Torrence Flowers of New Haven, Conn., and Courtland Handy of Robbinsville, N.J., cousins of the groom, and Raymond Smith Jr., friend of the groom.

Groomsmen were Bennie Brewington of Durham, Terry Burney of Woodstock, Ga., Dwayne Everett of Chicago, Ill., Carlos Midgette of Washington D.C., Ricardos Smith of Marietta, Ga., and Gregory Williams of Goldsboro, friends of the groom.

Jessica Lewis, daughter of the groom, was the honorary bridesmaid. Terrance Hardy of Dudley, nephew of the bride, was the honorary groomsman.

Morgan White of Washington D.C., friend of the bride, was flower girl. Byron Best II, nephew of the groom, was ringbearer.

Verna P. Best, friend of the couple, directed the wedding.

Hostesses were Avis Canty, Bianca Cogdell, Chez Jackson, Keisha Smith, Flonnie George, aunt of the bride, and Ethel Sampson, aunt of the groom.

A program of wedding music was provided by Kevin Alston, pianist and vocalist, and Tracey Alston and Verna P. Best, vocalists.

Following the ceremony, the couple’s parents held a dinner and dance reception at Walnut Creek Country Club.

After a wedding trip to St. Thomas, Virgin Island, the couple will reside in Lithonia.

Events held before the wedding included a miscellaneous shower Sept. 16 in Georgia hosted by Verizon Wireless co-workers; an around-the-clock bridal shower Sept. 3 in Goldsboro hosted by Michelle Murdock and Dejuana Henderson; a bridal shower Aug. 26 in Atlanta, Ga., hosted by friends of the bride; a bridal getaway weekend Aug. 4 in Myrtle Beach, S.C.; and a groom’s getaway weekend July 20 in Miami, Fla.

The groom’s mother held a rehearsal dinner Sept. 22 at Walnut Creek Country Club. The couple chose this time to present gifts to their attendants.

DANNEMORA, N.Y. — Cleopatra Danean Jones and Darrick Laron Green exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 9 at 1 p.m. at Clinton correctional facility, with Minister Bushy officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Walter Lee of Goldsboro and Anna D. Sutton of Goldsboro.

The groom is the son of Helen Green of Calverton and the late Walter Green of Calverto, N.Y.

The bride was escorted and given in marriage by Jose Valquez.

Helen Green was matron of honor, while Jose Valquez was maid of honor.

Jamie Lynn Ivey and David “Mark” Harris exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 12 at 5 p.m. at Waynesborough Park, with the Rev. Ashley Summerlin officiating.

The bride is the daughter of James W. Ivey Jr. and Gloria Best Ivey of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of James and Mae Ivey and the late Atlas and Ruth Hubert Best of LaGrange.

She is a 1999 graduate of Eastern Wayne High School, a 2003 graduate of North Carolina State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in animal science and a 2005 graduate of Central Carolina Community College with an Associate in Science degree in veterinary medical technology. She is employed as a registered veterinary technician at Mount Olive Animal Hospital.

The groom is the son of David and Sue Ann Harris of Goldsboro and the grandson of Evelyn and the late Charlie Harris of Kinston and Parrott Suggs and the late Doris Suggs of LaGrange.

He graduated from Eastern Wayne High School in 1997 and from East Carolina University in 2006 with a Bachelor of Science degree in construction management. He is employed as foreman of the utilities division at TA Loving Co.

The bride was escorted by father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a white formal gown of Italian satin. The fitted bodice was accented with sequins and seed pearls. Rosettes adorned the full floor-length skirt.

She wore hairpins adorned with pearls and Swarvoski crystals.

The bride carried a clutch bouquet of orange, pink and yellow gerbera daisies accented with waxflower.

Teresa Blackwell of Goldsboro served her cousin as matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Rebecca Harris of Goldsboro, sister of the groom, and Lisa Simila of Castle Hayne, friend of the bride.

David Harris was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Rodney Ivey of Goldsboro, brother of the bride, and Scott Johnson of Goldsboro, friend of the couple.

Stephanie Johnson of Goldsboro, friend of the couple, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Kristen Gaskey of Sanford, friend of the bride. Ted Suggs and Luke Suggs, cousins of the groom, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Keith Waller, DJ

Following the ceremony, the bride’s family held a reception at Waynesborough Park.

After a wedding trip to St. Lucia, the couple reside in LaGrange.

Events held before the wedding included a miscellaneous shower July 29 at the home of Jesse and Kathy Johnson hosted by Kathy Johnson; a bachelor/bachelorette weekend July 21 through 23 in Wilmington hosted by Scott and Stephanie Johnson; a tool shower July 15 at Ham’s hosted by the groom’s family; and a miscellaneous shower June 25 at Mae’s restaurant of Seven Springs hosted by Jackie Rouse and Teresa Blackwell.

The groom’s parents and Harvey and Wendy Suggs held a rehearsal dinner at the home of Harvey and Wendy Suggs.

DUNN — Karry Trina Bradshaw and Christopher Brian Hill of San Diego, Calif., exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 9 at noon at Barrington House Bed and Breakfast, with the Rev. Rodger Dale Lewis officiating.

The bride is the granddaughter of Roland E. and Norma J. Bowman of San Diego.

She is a 1993 graduate of Rosewood High School and a 1998 and 2000 graduate of Wayne Community College with a nursing diploma and an ADN. She is employed as a registered nurse at Sharp Grosmont Hospital.

The groom is the son of Donnie Hill of Ft Lauderdale, Fla., and Lynn Vance Head of Goldsboro, the stepson of Jimmy D. Head and the grandson of the late Virginia Dale of Glendale, Ariz., and the late Fred Vance of Madison, Wisc., and Dorthy Suggs of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Rosewood in 1991 and attended East Carolina University. He is pursuing a real estate license.

The bride was escorted by her parents and given in marriage by her grandparents.

She wore a satin A-line gown with beaded bodice and cap sleeves. It had a grand cathedral train embellished with beads and lace.

Her diamond and pearl tiara had a fingertip-length veil.

The bride carried a teardrop bouquet with yellow tiger lilies, confetti roses and blue delphinia.

Sherry L. Shelby of Goldsboro was matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Katie L Bradshaw of Suffolk Va., Jami Lee Amy of Goldsboro, and Kristy L. Twarogowski of Lake Zurich, Ill.

Robbie L. Ballance of Benson and Jimmy D. Head of LaGrange served as best men.

Groomsmen were Eric C. Overby of Greenville and Erskin E. Klienert of Goldsboro.

Wayne Wise of Goldsboro was the usher.

Elaina Shea Amy and Jaylee Scott Amy were flower girls. Connor R. Wise was ringbearer.

Presiding at the register and distributing programs was Melissa Wallace Best.

A program of wedding music was provided by Keith Waller of Mount Olive.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held

After a wedding trip to the Bahamas, the couple reside in San Diego.

Events held before the wedding included a wedding celebration Aug. 24 at the home of the bride’s grandparents, a bachelor party in Myrtle Beach, S.C., hosted by Robbie L. Ballance and a bachelorette party in Myrtle Beach hosted by Amy Pickett Williams and Sherry Shelby.

Lynn Head held a rehearsal dinner at the Hampton Inn in Dunn.

Tanika Nicole Gordon and Donald Curtis Jackson of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 19 at 3 p.m., with the Rev. Ricky Dawson officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Greg Gordon of Scarsdale, N.Y., and Shelia A. Kornegay of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Mary A. Gordon of Bronx, N.Y., and George and Thelma Artist of Goldsboro.

The groom is the son of Donald B. and Saundrea C. Jackson of Goldsboro and the grandson of Vandelia Bates of Brookneal, Va., and Edna Callaway of Altavista, Va.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by Greg Gordon and Shelia Kornegay.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple reside in Goldsboro.

A rehearsal dinner was held at Madison’s.

GREENVILLE — Alison Renee Rogerson and Bradley Kent Krehely were married Sept. 2 at 5 p.m. at Jarvis Memorial United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Ray Broadwell officiating.

The bride is the daughter of William and Susan Rogerson of Greenville and the granddaughter of the late William and Frances Rogerson, Madeline Nancy Paschal and the late William Paschal of Durham.

She is a 1997 graduate of Eastern Wayne High School, a 2001 and 2003 graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications and a Master of Science degree in speech-language pathology. She was presented at the 1998 North Carolina Terpsichorean Club Debutante Ball. She was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. She is employed as a speech-language pathologist at Wake Med Hospital.

The groom is the son of Robert and Stephanie Krehely of Plains, Pa., and the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Krehely, Ann Wayslow and the late Stephen Wayslow of Swoyersville, Pa.

He graduated from Drew University in 2000 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Law in 2003 with a Juris Doctorate degree. He was a member of Phi Beta Kappa fraternity. He is employed as an attorney at the North Carolina General Assembly.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore an ivory strapless chapel-length gown decorated with embroidery and crystals.

Margaret Linn Brewer of Washington D.C. served her friend as maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Elizabeth Pender Gaskins of Washington D.C., Corey Allison Quinton of Goldsboro and Julie Amanda Watson of Durham, friends of the bride.

Robert John Krehely of Madison, Pa., was his brother’s best man.

Groomsmen were Gary Albert Anderson of Wilbraham, Mass., and Matthew Robert Coburn of Philadelphia, Pa., friends of the groom, and Michael Stephen Kostelansky of Washington D.C., cousin of the groom.

Elizabeth Little was flower girl. Jared Krehely and Jack Krehely were ringbearers.

Presiding at the register was Mary Laine Rouse, friend of the bride. Selena Helms and Leslie Johnson, friends of the bride, and Michelle Kostelansky, cousin of the groom, distributed programs.

Scripture readers were Melissa Kostelansky, cousin of the groom, and Chris Thompson, cousin of the bride.

A program of wedding music was provided by Steve Cagle, organist; and Thomas Shaw, vocalist; and Steven Shaw, friend of the couple, violinist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Rock Springs in Greenville. Thomas and Darlene Medlin greeted guests.

After a wedding trip to Aruba, the couple reside in Cary.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal tea and shower in Wake Forest hosted by the bride’s aunt; a bridal tea and shower in Warsaw hosted by Ellen Brewer, Margaret Brewer, Georgia Longest and Mary Laine Rouse; a miscellaneous shower at Wake Med Hospital hosted by co-workers of the bride; a tea and shower in Raleigh hosted by Darlene Medlin and Sandy Watson; a bachelorette weekend in Wrightsville Beach hosted by the bridesmaids; a bridesmaids’ luncheon at the home of the bride’s parents hosted by Lacy Jenkins and Ann Taylor; and a farewell brunch the day after the wedding at the home of the bride’s parents hosted by her parents.

A rehearsal dinner was held at Greenville Country Club.

SAULSTON — Susan Marie Bass and Tony Haywood Lancaster of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 31 at 5 p.m. at the home of the bride’s parents, with William “Bill” English officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Hugh and Patsy Bass of Saulston and the granddaughter of the late J.B. and Mabel Bass of Patetown and Elizabeth Lancaster Mobley and the late Dewey Lancaster of Goldsboro.

The groom is the son of the late Eddie and Diane Wainwright Lancaster of Pikeville and the grandson of the late Ralph and Doris Lancaster and Ruby Amerson of Pikeville and the late L.D. Wainwright of Farmville.

Brittany Sasser served as her aunt’s maid of honor.

Jamie Long was his uncle’s best man.

Kay Sasser, sister of the bride, was the honorary bridesmaid.

Elizabeth Golimowski directed the wedding.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s family held a reception. Amber Long served the wedding cake. Rose Webber poured punch.

After a wedding trip to Emerald Isle, the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Pekolia Lavern Duncan and Tyree Demarlo Williams exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 2 at 2 p.m. at Holy Temple Church, with Pastor Marlene Duncan, mother of the bride, officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Otis and Marlene Duncan of Snow Hill and the granddaughter of the late Mary Duncan of Farmville and Essie Mae Yelverton of Snow Hill.

She a graduate of East Carolina University. She is employed as a systems analyst at Triton Services (NAVAIR).

The groom is the son of Curtis and Annie Williams Wallace of Goldsboro and the grandson of Ruth Rowe of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Eastern Wayne High School and Truckmaster CDL of Kinston.

The bride was escorted by her son, Joshual Duncan, and given in marriage by her mother.

She wore a white satin gown with a sweetheart halter. It had a corset bodice and beaded Alencon lace appliqués. A tulle floor-length skirt flowed into a cathedral train. She also wore silk white gauntlet gloves adorned with seed pearls and crystals.

Her headpiece was a crystal tiara with rhinestones.

She carried a bouquet of white calla lilies, gardenias, sweet peas and white and lavender roses adorned with a crystal stem and trailing ivy.

Sherridda Haddock and Sherry George served as matrons of honor, while Renita Williams, sister of the groom, and Patrina Atkinson, were maids of honor

Bridesmaids were Shanita Edwards, Michelle Darden and Temeika Wooten.

Anthony Best was best man.

Groomsmen were Ralph Barrett, Terry Brown, Jeremy Duncan, nephew of bride, and Greg Lewis.

Ushers were Carlos Duncan and Devone Duncan, brothers of the bride.

Doreice Duncan, niece of the bride, was the junior bridesmaid.

Aaliyah Williams, niece of the groom, and Zaria Duncan, niece of the bride, were flower girls. Jocquel Streeter, nephew of bride, was ringbearer.

Arlene Walker, godmother of the couple, directed the wedding, assisted by Jewelle Fraizer and Sharon Goines. Presiding at the register and distributing programs were Bria George and Kwanella McPhail.

Patricia Best-Isley of Charlotte was the makeup artist.

A program of wedding music was provided by Leamon Parks Jr., pianist, and Virginia Knuckles, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception. Shanita Edwards of Atlanta and Sharon Goines of Greensboro cut and served the wedding cake.

After a wedding trip to Key West and the Bahamas, the couple reside in Havelock.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal shower July 1 at Outback hosted by Shanita Edwards of Atlanta, Ga., and a bachelorette party Aug. 4 through 6 in Atlanta hosted by Shanita Edwards.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at Holy Temple Church.

Adrienne Ja'Landa Murphy and Tyrone Carr exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 5 at 4 p.m. at Mt. Zion Disciples Church, with the Rev. Antino Mc.Allister officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mack W. Murphy Jr. and Myra L. Murphy of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Mack W. Murphy Sr. of Jacksonville, the late Elizabeth Murphy of Ivanhoe and the late Jim Kerr and Emma Kerr of Harrells.

She attends Wayne Community College for the human service substance abuse program.

The groom is the son of Melvin Carr and the late Edna Carolyn Carr of Ivanhoe and the grandson of the late Andrew and Lila Mae Carr, Martha Jane and the late Elder Newkirk of Ivanhoe.

He is employed with the Department of Correction at Maury Correctional.

The bride was escorted by her brother Sgt. Andr’E Murphy and father and given in marriage by her parents and brother.

She wore an ivory one-piece strapless A-line satin gown with a corset back asymmetrical waist with an angular cutaway. It had embroidery and beaded floral designs of Swarovski green, lavender and gold crystal and bugle beads. The train was 75 inches long from the waist. A side waist ran down the side front panel of skirt.

Peggy Murphy served as matron of honor, while Kimberly Carr and Jennifer Carr were maids of honor.

Bridesmaids were Jenny Damon, Shavon Damon, Tiffany Umphry, Angalia Mitchell, Patrica Holmes, Rachel Edmonson and Teresa Tyler.

Joseph Carr was his brother’s best man.

Groomsmen were Jerry Carr, Derrick Carr, Rodney Herring, Rayford Beatty, Andr’E Murphy, Jonathan Johnson, Jamarlen Carr, Ja’michael Murphy, Efrem Carr and Ricardo Murphy.

Ushers were Justin Knight, Brian Johnson, Anthony Poe Jr. and Ja’CARI Murphy.

Raven Tyler was the miniature bride. Gary Russell was the miniature groom.

Tyshera Broadhurst, Mia Tee and Angel Poe were junior bridesmaids.

Ny’Asia Garnder and Chymere Carr were flower girls. Jamal Carr was ringbearer.

Fontaine Swinson directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Diressa Carr and the Rev. Anthony Henry Sr.

Justin Knight, Brian Johnson, Anthony Poe Jr. and Ja’CARI Murphy distributed programs.

Alanzo Gay was broom carrier. Maurice Carr was Bible carrier. Ja’CARI Murphy was caller.

Hostess were Shelia Tee, Alfreda Carr, Michelle Green and Joann Melvin.

Taquicia Carr was Scripture reader.

A program of wedding music was provided by Nicholas Cole, pianist, and Shakira King, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Enlisted Club.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple reside in Goldsboro. A wedding cruise to the Bahamas is planned for December.

A rehearsal dinner was held at Ryan’s.

Events held before the wedding included a bachelorette party Aug. 4 at Holiday Inn Express; a bachelor party Aug. 4 held at Hampton Inn; and a bridal shower at the home of the bride.

Elizabeth Danielle Womble and James Douglas Casey II exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 19 at 7 p.m. at Mt. Carmel United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Ira Williford officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Sammy and Lavonne Womble of Pikeville and the granddaughter of the late Clayton and Alma Herring of Goldsboro and Frank Womble and the late Ethel Womble of Grantham.

She is a 2006 graduate of Wayne Community College’s dental assistant program.

The groom is the son of James “Jimmy” and Leann Casey of Lucama and Cecil and Janice Casey of Pikeville and the grandson of the late Ralph and Doris Lancaster of Fremont and the late James and Elizabeth Casey of Pikeville.

The groom is employed at National Welders as a filler.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a white formal gown of royal satin with a scoop neckline accented with beaded straps. The princess bodice was embellished with Austrian crystal and bugle beaded and silver embroidery that flowed into an A-line skirt. The back bodice closed with beading and cascaded into a semi-cathedral beaded train.

Her veil was attached to a tiara with rhinestones and crystals.

Azure Smith served as her friend’s matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Marsha Peele of Pikeville and Jodie Scott of Goldsboro, friends of the bride.

James Casey was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Brian Womble, brother of the bride, and Daniel Peele, friend of the groom.

Kaitlyn Smith, niece of the groom, and Kristin Casey, daughter of the couple, were flower girls.

Presiding at the register and distributing programs were Casey Campbell and Rachel Bridgers, nieces of the groom.

A program of wedding music was provided by Georgia Cuddingham and Josh Parnell, vocalists.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church fellowship hall. April Taylor, friend of the bride, poured punch. Holly Underhill, friend of the bride, cut the wedding cake.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple reside in Pikeville.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal shower July 1 at Mt. Carmel Church hosted by the groom’s mother and Renee Campbell, sister of the groom.

The bride’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Aug. 12 at McCall’s Barbecue and Seafood.

Hannah Danielle Smith and Jonathan Daniel Edwards exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 16 at 2 p.m. at Goldsboro Worship Center, with the Rev. Donald Morris Smith Jr. of Manning, S.C., uncle of the bride; and the Rev. Ronnie Bradford of Hillsboro, uncle of the groom, officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Stan and Donna Smith of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Doug and Mae Smith and Donnie and Bootsie Smith of Goldsboro.

She is a 2002 graduate of Pathway Christian Academy and a 2005 graduate of Wayne Community College with an associate degree in early childhood education. She is employed as a first-grade teacher assistant at Tommys Road Elementary School.

The groom is the son of Danny Edwards and Angie McRoberts of Goldsboro and the grandson of Louise Edawrds and the late Amos L. Edwards of Goldsboro and Billy and Lettie Thornton of Grantham.

He graduated from Rosewood High School in 2001 and Wayne Community College in 2004 with an Associate in Arts Degree. He is employed as a parts salesman at Edwards Truck Service.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a white Italian matte satin gown with a sleeveless scoop neckline and a faux corset accented by hand beading. The beaded lace Basque waistline led to a full bias-cut long floor length skirt with a border of the same dimensional lace. The back of the gown mirrored the front. The cathedral-length train had an inset of strips of braid-like pearl hand beading and a border of Venise lace.

Her headpiece was a mid-length back two-layered veil accented with pearls attached to a crystal tiara.

The bride carried a cascading bouquet of blue hydrangeas, yellow roses and ivy.

Misty Deese served her cousin as matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Amy Brock and Rachel Ham of Lexington, S.C., cousins of the groom; Sonja Ginn, aunt of the bride; and Brooke Smith and Jessica Smith of Manning, cousins of the bride.

Danny Edwards was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Chris Brock and Josh Ham of Lexington, cousins of the groom, and Matt Bartlett, Jeff Deese and Morgan Keel, friends of the groom.

Honorary bridesmaids were Elizabeth Barbato, Amanda Barley, LeighAnn Bartlett, Lauren Delgadillo and Ashley Worthington, friends of the bride, and Kara Smith, cousin of the bride.

Josh Edwards, cousin of the groom, was the junior groomsman.

Adayah Ginn and Jadah Ginn, cousins of the bride, were flower girls.

Misty Deese directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Erica Smith, Danielle Smith and Caitlyn Smith, cousins of the bride.

Kaleb Ginn, cousin of the bride, and Sarah Ham, cousin of the groom, distributed programs. Haley and Madison Jones and McKenzie Hinson distributed bubbles.

Special helpers were Lynda Hinson, Debbie Ham, Paige Hinson, Ce Ce Thornton, Susan Scott, Teresa Peele and Deb Martin.

A program of wedding music was provided by Gay Coker, pianist; Matt Bartlett, Jeff Deese and Sonja Ginn, vocalists; and the bride and her father.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Southern Wayne Country Club. Robert Lee and Pauline Smith, uncle and aunt of the bride, greeted guests. Diane Brock and Jaunita Smith, aunts of the couple, served the wedding cake. Teresa Corbett, friend of the couple, and Lynn Smith, aunt of the bride, poured punch.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a surprise Christmas shower Sept. 12 hosted by the bride’s school class; a bachelorette shower Aug. 26 at the home of Sonja Ginn hosted by friends and family; a bridal luncheon Aug. 12 at the home of Lettie Thornton, grandmother of the groom, hosted by the couple’s mothers and family and the bride chose this time to present gifts to her attendants; a miscellaneous shower July 22 at First Pentecostal Holiness Church hosted by the bride’s family; a pantry shower July 1 at Black Jack Church hosted by the groom’s family; and a miscellaneous shower June 11 at Coker Memorial Church hosted by the groom’s family.

The groom’s family held a rehearsal dinner at Goldsboro Worship Center.

Tanikia Michelle Smith and Darrell Eugene Foster exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 2 at 5 p.m. at Goldsboro-Raleigh District Assembly, with Bishop Alton Smith officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Sherwood and Cynthia Smith of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of the late James Sr. and Argie Smith and the late Wannamaker and Elma Smith of Goldsboro.

She is a graduate of Goldsboro High School and North Carolina Central University with a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing. She is employed as a registered nurse.

The groom is the son of Rachel Hinnant of Goldsboro and the grandson of the late Odessa Hinnant, the late Martha Best and the late Felix Lynn.

He graduated from Goldsboro High School. He is employed with TSA Homeland Security and serves in the Army National Guard Reserves.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

The bride wore a formal gown of ivory satin enhanced with a halter neckline. The fitted bodice and full skirt were adorned with lace motifs, pearls and sequins. The detachable extended imperial train was embellished with rosettes, lace motifs, pearls, sequins and embroidery.

Her rhinestone tiara comb was accented with a two-tiered veil of silk illusion with scattered stardust trimmed with silver threading.

The bride carried a cascading bouquet of cream colored roses, baby’s breath and chocolate and turquoise tully accented with miniature pinecones and Swarovski crystals with a band of chocolate ribbon secured with a row of pearl pins.

Portia Smith served her cousin as matron of honor, while Terri Smith, cousin of the bride, was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Kaja Brewton, Shawanda Gills and Kacia Peacock, friends of the bride, and Jaleisa Smith, cousin of the bride.

Warren Durham was his friend’s best man.

Groomsmen were Kwasi Smith, brother of the bride, and Bobby R. Richardson, William Ingram, Steven Anthony and Julian White, friends of the groom.

Ushers were Roderick Reid and Reggie Reid, cousins of the bride, and James Smith Sr., uncle of the bride.

Gary Foster Jr., nephew of the groom, was ringbearer.

Aaron Smith Jr., cousin of the bride, was bell ringer.

Hostesses were Ruthie Vaughn, Myra Brown, Angelia Mitchell, Jennifer Walker, Tabitha Strong and Sandra Springs, friends of the bride.

Jeffrey Smith, uncle of the bride, and Roberta Moore, friend of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Tabitha Strong. Sandra Springs and Jennifer Walker distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Dominic Whitley, friend of the bride, and Brandi Smith, cousin of the bride, Alfonso Jones, friend of the bride, and Jeffrey Smith, vocalists.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Lane Tree Country Club. Shaleta Smith and Shareta Smith, cousins of the bride, attended the RSVP table. Myra Brown, Angelia Mitchell and Ruthie Vaughn, friends of the bride, greeted guests. Shelby Hines, friend of the bride, attended the gift table.

After a wedding trip to the Bahamas, the couple reside in Charlotte.

Events held before the wedding included a surprise shower Aug. 26 hosted by Angie Wilson, Damica Jackson, Ruthie Vaughn and Angelia Mitchell and a shower Aug. 22 hosted by co-workers.

Deloris Parks and April Turner, friends of the bride, held a rehearsal dinner Sept. 1 at the home of the bride’s parents.

Vernon R. and Millie C. Kepley announce the marriage of their son, David Alan Kepley, to Lillianne McDonald, daughter of Laryce Henderson Rybka of Raleigh and the late Eugene James McDonald Sr., Aug. 18.

The couple reside in Oak Island.

CHAPEL HILL — Megan Fleming Maness and Scott John Miller of Raleigh exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 8 at 5 p.m. at Christ United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Gregory Moore officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Joy F. Searles of Chapel Hill and the late Dr. Rubin F. Maness.

The groom is the son of John and Jacqueline Miller of Plattsburgh, N.Y.

After a wedding trip to St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, the couple reside in Raleigh.

KINSTON — Sonya Faye McCoy of Mount Olive and James Marshall O'Brien of Charlotte exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 29 at 3 p.m. at Westside Free Will Baptist Church, with the Rev. Kenneth David Hines officiating and the Rev. Tom Miller Jr. assisting.

The bride is the daughter of the late Billy Ray and Elsie Brinkley McCoy of Hookerton and the granddaughter of the late Samuel Edward McCoy Jr. and the late Cicero and Clemmie Harris Brinkley of Grifton and Bessie Abbott Williams of Kinston.

She a graduate of Mount Olive College, Atlantic Christian College and East Carolina University. She is employed as a faculty member at Tillman School of Business at Mount Olive College.

The groom is the son of John Magnus and Lillian Estelle Weadon O’Brien of Browns Summit and the grandson of the late Thomas Marshall and Mary Newman O’Brien of Greensboro and the late James Vannie Weadon Sr. and Lula Dixon Weadon of Browns Summit.

He is a graduate of North Carolina State University. He is employed as senior engineer at Duke Energy of Charlotte.

The bride was escorted by her godson, James Ryan Webb of Morehead City, and given in marriage by her family.

She wore a formal gown of white satin with a scooped neckline. The fitted bodice was embellished with Alencon lace, pearls and sequins and ended in a Basque waistline accented with a sheath skirt. The back bodice closed with satin-covered bridal buttons adorned with satin rosettes and cascaded into a detachable cathedral train.

Her headpiece was a two-tier veil of silk illusion with a satin corded edge.

The bride carried a bouquet of white freesia, lilies, roses, lysimachia, stephanotis and stock.

Jeanne Kittrell Webb of Morehead City, served her friend as matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Sharon Jarman Frantzen of Blowing Rock, friend of the bride, and Christina Nicole O’Brien of Macclesfield, daughter of the groom.

Charles Earl McDonald of Stanley was his friend’s best man.

Groomsmen were Brenton Marshall O’Brien of Charlotte and Jarred Michael O’Brien of Monroe, sons of the groom.

James Ryan Webb of Morehead City, godson of bride, was the usher.

Connie Edwards Miller directed the wedding, assisted by Amanda Parrish Surratt. Presiding at the register was Teresa Kelly Hines. Martha Vinson Stroud distributed programs.

Barbara Ann Brinkley was the bride’s attendant.

Roberta Fowler McDonald and Margaret O’Brien Overbey were readers.

A program of wedding music was provided by Paul K. Walker, pianist; Dianne Brown Riley and Pamela Rose Wood, vocalists; and Anna Crumpton, harpist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held. Mary Gardner McCarter was director. Dr. and Mrs. Richard Frazier and Mr. and Mrs. Samuel E. McCoy III greeted guests. Margaret O’Brien Overbey and Debra Wade Johnson served the wedding cake. Elaine Mabe and Margaret Muegge poured punch.

The couple took a wedding trip to the coast of Maine and New Hampshire.

Events held before the wedding included a bridesmaids’ luncheon July 22 at Lydia’s Tea Room of Kinston hosted by Hazel Jarman, Sharon J. Frantzen, Martha V. Stroud and Jeanne K. Webb; a personal shower July 16 at the home of Violet Frazier hosted by Ms. Frazier; a pig picking and shower July 15 at Hugo Free Will Baptist Church hosted by Kay McCoy, Violet Frazier, Margaret Muegge, Mary Lou Johnson, Connie Miller and Sandra Jones; a breakfast brunch July 15 at Southern Belle Restaurant hosted by Wayne-Duplin Business and Professional Women’s Club; a dinner July 8 at the home of Charles and Robbie McDonald hosted by the McDonalds; and a beach-theme dinner June 3 at the home of Thurston and Linda Greenwood hosted by Linda Greenwood, Pam Wood, Dianne Riley, Teresa Hines, Melba Keathley, Kathy Best, Sharon Dixon, Nancy Costa, Jenny Jeanes and Jerry Brown.

A rehearsal dinner was held at the Broken Eagle Eatery and Tavern in Kinston.

FAISON — Ashley Elaine Sutton and William James Pate Jr. exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 15 at 6 p.m. at Faison Baptist Church, with the Rev. Paul Rose officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Gary and Vickie Sutton of Mount Olive and the granddaughter of Mabel Sutton and the late Earl Sutton of Mount Olive and Frankie Andrews and the late Lowell Andrews of Calypso.

She is a graduate of Sampson Community College with an associate degree in nursing. She is employed as a registered nurse at Wayne Memorial Hospital.

The groom is the son of William James Pate Sr. and Linda Oates Pate of Calypso and the grandson of the late Gurney and Rachel Lambert Pate of Calypso and the late Joe Oates and Margaret Oates of Faison.

He is a graduate of Wayne Community College with an associate degree in agribusiness technology. He is employed at Mount Olive Gas Co.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a full length white matte satin strapless gown with an embroidered inlay on the bodice and skirt and a front split accented with Swavorski crystals that fell into a chapel-length train accented with covered buttons.

Her two-tiered elbow-length veil was outlined with Swavorski crystals and pearls.

Kellie Sutton Witherington served her sister as matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Lindsay Sutton, cousin of the bride, and Lynn Pate Caveness and Jill Pate Garner, sisters of groom.

Jimmy Pate was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Lee Sutton, brother of the bride; Rodney Lambert Jr., cousin of groom; and Lee Swinson, friend of the groom.

Lauren Caveness, niece of groom, was flower girl. George Garner, nephew of the groom, was ringbearer.

Daphne Swinson, cousin of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Amanda Buckner. April Tillman and Julie Kinsella distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Deborah Kornegay, pianist, and Randy Cashwell, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, the groom’s parents held a reception.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple will reside in Calypso.

Events held before the wedding included a lingerie shower Sept. 9 hosted by Kellie Witherington, Sarah Roberts and Carla Anderson; a floating shower Aug. 20 at Calypso Presbyterian Church held by church family and friends; a floating shower July 29 at Faison Baptist Church hosted by aunts of the bride; and a lawn and garden shower July 22 hosted by Elwood and Jill Garner and Brian and Lynn Caveness.

A rehearsal dinner was held Sept. 14 at Calypso Presbyterian Church.

Craig and Doris Poandl Smith of Goldsboro, Bill Phillips of South Carolina and Teresa Mathis of Virginia announce the marriage of their children, Lauren Jacqualine Phillips and Cpl. Patrick Scott Smith, Aug. 11 at Beaufort, S.C., base chapel.

The bride is a graduate of Beaufort High School.

The groom is the grandson of Dorothy Poandl, the late John F. Poandl and Mrs. and Mrs. Russell Smith of Goldsboro and the great-grandson of Bruce Worrell of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Eastern Wayne High School. He is serving in the Marine Corps stationed in South Carolina.

After a wedding trip to Savannah, Ga., the couple reside in South Carolina.

ROSEWOOD — Lori Ann Lanier and Jeffrey Vernon exchanged wedding vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 19 at 3 p.m. at Pine Forest Methodist Church, with the Rev. Billy Olsen officiating.

The bride is the daughter of James and Linda McCumber of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Dorothy Wheeler of Wallace.

She is a graduate of Southern Wayne High School and East Carolina University with a BSN degree. She is employed as a registered nurse in the electro physiology lab at Pitt Memorial Hospital in Greenville.

The groom is the son of Jimmy and Judy Vernon of Rosewood and the grandson of Wilbert and Ruby Vernon and Katherine Tarlton.

He graduated from Rosewood High School. He attended East Carolina University. He is employed with Myco Supply Co. Inc.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a full-length A-line taffeta gown with a fitted bodice adorned with pearl lace, spaghetti straps and a full-length train.

Janet Stallings served as her friend’s matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Donna Cook, Melanie Martin and Vickie Waters, friends of the bride, and Cindi Lanier and Meg Lanier, sisters-in-law of the bride.

Jimmy Vernon was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Scott Brady, friend of the groom; Jason Vernon, brother of the groom; and Ray Lanier, Todd Lanier and Michael Lanier, brothers of the bride.

Sydney Lanier, niece of the bride, was flower girl. Conner and Gabe Vernon, sons of the groom, were ringbearers.

Rick Faucett, friend of the couple, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Sandra Young, friend of the bride. Gail Denton, friend of the bride, distributed programs.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Lane Tree Country Club.

After a wedding trip to St. Lucia, the couple reside in Rosewood.

Events held before the wedding included a miscellaneous shower at the home of the groom’s parents hosted by the couple’s family and friends, and a bridal shower in Greenville hosted by Janet Stallings and Vickie Waters.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Aug. 18 at the Steak Barn.

Annette Hardy Page and Marvin Russell Wells lll of Snow Hill exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 22 at 7:30 p.m., with T. I. Hatch officiating.

The bride is the daughter of the late Franklin and Barbara Hardy of Tarboro.

She is employed at Greene County Health Department as a registered nurse.

The groom is the son of Marvin Russell Wells Jr. and Cathy Johnson Wells of Snow Hill.

He is employed at Greene Correctional Institute as a correctional sergeant.

After a wedding cruise to the Bahamas and Half Moon Cay Island, the couple reside in Snow Hill.

Events held before the wedding included a dinner with friends at Outback Restaurant.

SILUTE, Lithuania — Virginia Mikalauskaite and Jeffrey Barley of Mountain View, Calif., exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 22 at Saint Cross Catholic Church.

The bride is the daughter of Danute and Jonas Mikalauskas.

The groom is the son of George and Susan Barley of LaGrange.

HAVELOCK — Kelly Renee Overman and Stephen Webster Bryan of Greenville exchanged vows in a double-ring riverfront ceremony Sept. 9 at 6 p.m. on the Neuse River, with the Rev. Gary Bryan officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Steven Wayne and Muriel Grubbs Overman of Havelock and the granddaughter of Beatrice Overman and the late Aaron Overman of Smithfield and Lillian Grubbs and the late Rev. Herman A. Grubbs Sr. of Mount Olive.

She is a 2000 graduate of Rosewood High School and a graduate of East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science degree in child development and family relations and a concentration in elementary education.

The groom is the son of Grover Carson and Linda Bryan of Bladenboro and the grandson of the late Carson and Alma Bryan, Pauline Hewett and the Rev. Vernon Hewett of Bladenboro.

He graduated from Bladenboro High School and attended East Carolina University. He is co-owner of Eastern Plumbing in Greenville.

The bride was escorted and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a white formal gown of Alecon lace and satin with a strapless neckline. The fitted bodice was embellished with Alecon lace, pearls and sequins accented with a candy box bow at the waist. The A-line skirt of Alecon lace cascaded into a semi-cathedral train.

Her crystal-embellished tiara was attached to a two-tiered veil of silk illusion accented with a pencil edging.

The bride carried a bouquet of green cymbidium orchids accented with white dendrobiums, hot pink roses and hot pink calla lilies.

Deanne Askew of Greenville served her sister as matron of honor.

Scott Edward Johnston of New Bern was best man.

Ushers were Dustin Overman of Greenville, brother of the bride, and Gary Bryan, Lewis Bryan, Austin Bryan of Bladenboro, nephews of the groom.

Allyson Burney of Bladenboro, niece of the groom, was the junior bridesmaid.

Mallory Reagan Askew of Greenville, niece of the bride, was flower girl. Carson Burney of Bladenboro, nephew of the groom, was ringbearer.

Debra Lane of Goldsboro, friend of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Kelsey Moore of Myrtle Beach, S.C., cousin of the bride, and Danielle Hewett of Hampstead, cousin of the groom.

Pam and Gary Bunn and Cynthia and Rick Thornton of Goldsboro greeted guests and said good-byes.

A program of wedding music was provided by Doctor Goodman of Clayton and Anna Grubbs, cousin of the bride, violinists.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception and dance.

After a wedding trip to the Outer Banks, the couple will reside in Winterville.

Events held before the wedding included a bachelorette/lingerie party Aug. 26 in Greenville hosted by Deanne Askew, sister, and Lauren White, friend; a cookout and miscellaneous shower Aug. 12 at the home of the bride’s parents hosted by the Grubbs family; and a bridal shower July 9 at the home of Susan Stanley of Goldsboro hosted by Ms. Stanley, Debra Lane and Jennifer Ward, friends of the family and Carolyn Overman, aunt of the bride.

The couple’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Sept. 9 at the home of the bride’s parents.

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — Lisa Hughes Huff of Pikeville and Ricky Paul Hooks exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 4 at 10 a.m. on the beach.

The bride is the daughter of Larry and Virginia Hughes of Elizabeth City.

She is a graduate of Mount Olive College with a bachelor’s degree in business administration majoring in accounting and Campbell University with a master’s degree in business administration. She is employed as the finance director at Mount Olive Family Medicine Center Inc.

The groom is the son of Tommy Hooks and Jane Hooks of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Wayne Community College with an associate’s degree in law enforcement technology. He is employed as a sergeant with the North Carolina Highway Patrol.

Baylee Huff, daughter of the bride, was flower girl. Colby Hooks, son of the groom, was ringbearer.

A reception was held Aug. 26 at the home of the couple.

Ali Robin McLauren and Jeffrey Michael Poje exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Sept. 8 at 6 p.m. at Lane Tree Golf Club, with the Rev. William English officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Colin and Freida Smith of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of the late Wallace and Maebelle Garner of Snow Hill and John and Rebie Louise Swobland of Ayden.

She is a 1989 graduate of New Bethany Christian Academy and Ian Blackburn Sommeliers with a retail wine consultant certificate. She attended Wayne Community College and the University of Arizona studying literature and creative writing. She completed a five-year work training program in organic culinary arts with whole foods and slow foods organizations in Los Angeles, Calif. She is self-employed as a private chef and caterer.

The groom is the son of Michael and Sandra Fuhrman of Bluffton, S.C., and Philip Henry Poje of Holiday, Fla., and the grandson of the late J.W. and Helen Coley of Phenix City, Ala., and Leopold and Mildred Poje of Glendale, N.Y.

He graduated from Montgomery High School in 1984 and Trenton State College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in interpersonal communications. He is employed with Michelangelo’s Interior Designs.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a formal silk princess style gown of candlelight ivory with three-quarter-length sleeves with a full bodice appliquéd with embroidered antique pearl and sequin lace. A plunged V back with a fitted waist dropped to a gathered, three-tiered silk bow bustle and a 3-foot train.

Her three-tiered fingertip-length half pillbox crown was covered in antiqued pearls.

The bride carried a bouquet of cream and pink tipped roses with purple hyacinth, ivy and a beaded pearl spray with cascading lavender ribbon.

Bridesmaids were Elizabeth Smith, sister-in-law of the bride, and Deedre Fuhrman, sister-in–law of the groom.

Steve Fuhrman was his brother’s best man.

Seth Garner Smith, brother of the bride, was the groomsman.

Ushers were Bradley Smith, stepbrother of the bride, and Lee Garner, cousin of the bride.

Ashley Elizabeth Smith, niece of the bride, was flower girl.

Jean Adams directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and greeting guests were Robert Lee and Pauline Smith.

Following the ceremony, a banquet reception was held at Lane Tree Golf Club.

After a wedding trip to Hilton Head Beach and Tennis Club Resort, S.C., the couple will reside in Bluffton.

Events held before the wedding included a family cookout shower Aug. 12 hosted by Freida Smith, Genell Pridgen and Dawn Everett.

The families held a rehearsal dinner Sept. 7 at Madison’s Prime Rib.

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — Rebecca Lynn Jennette of LaGrange and Scott Thomas Bartik exchanged vows in a double-ring beach ceremony Aug. 19 at 5 p.m., with Dr. T. E. Grainger officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Jackie McNair-Stallings of Dudley and the late Clinton “Pete” Jennette Jr. of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Thomas and Mary Nelson of Mount Olive.

She is a graduate of Southern Wayne High School and Wayne Community College with a CNA degree. She is employed as a CNA in the emergency room at Wayne Memorial Hospital and Goldsboro Medical Clinic.

The groom is the son of Thomas Frank Bartik and the late Beverly-Anne Bartik of Greenville and the grandson of Chris and Grace Raba and the late Charles and Dorothy Garrity of Greenville.

He graduated from J. H. Rose High School and Lenoir Community College with a paramedic degree. He is employed as an operations supervisor at Ambumed NC Inc.

The bride was escorted and given in marriage by her mother.

She wore a white strap dress with a ribbon bow.

Her headpiece was white flowers.

The bride carried a bouquet of white flowers.

Bridget Worley served her friend as matron of honor.

Jennifer Anderson, sister of the bride, was the bridesmaid.

Andy Vincent was his friend’s best man.

Destiney Anderson, daughter of the bride, was flower girl.

Lou Culver and Dawn Long directed the wedding. Lou Culver distributed programs.

Following the ceremony, the groom’s father held a reception at Magnolia’s in Pawley’s Island, S.C.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, the couple reside in LaGrange.

TAHOE VISTA, Calif. — Jennifer Michele Johnson and Scott Russell Burnett of Grass Valley, Calif., exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 19 at 1 p.m. at on the shore of Lake Tahoe, with Marty Cohen officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Joe Johnson of Goldsboro and Lorraine Mullineaux Dewsen of Grass Valley (formerly of Goldsboro), the stepdaughter of Jean Johnson of Goldsboro and Deo Dewsen of Grass Valley and the granddaughter of Betty “BJ” Johnson of Goldsboro, the late Joseph M. Johnson and Bernice Mullineaux Ambrose of Cameron Park, Calif., and the late Donald Mullineaux.

She is a 2002 graduate of Roseville High School.

The bride was escorted by her father.

She wore a white strapless satin gown with a pearl and beaded lace overlay and a split front with a sweep train.

Her Swarovski crystal and pearl tiara was attached to a two-tiered short veil dotted with pearls.

The bride carried a bouquet of long stem red roses tied with red ribbon.

Following the ceremony, a cake cutting and champagne toast was held. A formal dinner was held afterwards at Jakes on the lake of Tahoe City.

After a wedding trip to Lake Tahoe and Nevada, the couple reside in Grass Valley.

Events held before the wedding included a family dinner Sept. 2 at the Blue Agave of Tahoe City.

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Anna Rebekah Frantz of Rock Hill, South Carolina and Joseph William Heron exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 22 at 4 p.m. at Rutledge Chapel at the University of South Carolina, with the Rev. John C. Drosendahl officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Dr. John Edward and Karene Whaley Frantz of Pikeville, and the granddaughter of the late John William Frantz of Allentown, Pa., Betty Frantz Wetzel of Coplay, Pa., and the late Zeb Vance and Olive Aycock Whaley of Pikeville and the stepgranddaughter of Bob D. Wetzel of Allentown.

She attended Charles B. Aycock High School and is a 2003 graduate of Ridge View High School of Columbia, S.C. She attends Winthrop University of Rock Hill for a senior graphic design major.

The groom is the son of Jack Werner and Wanda Marivitorri Heron of Columbia and the grandson of the late Jack and Edeltraud Heron and Mary Marivitorri and the late Valeo Marivitorri of Columbia.

He graduated from the University of South Carolina Moore School of Business. He is employed as a field artillery officer for the Army.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a full-length peau de soie satin gown. The skirt, neckline and waistline were embellished with satin embroidered motifs and accented with pearls. Three-inch Venice lace trimmed the hem of the skirt and continued up the split back, which revealed the cathedral length tiffany train of satin overlaid with chiffon and embroidered English tulle with Venice lace border. The bodice was sleeveless with a dropped waistline. The sweetheart neckline dropped to a V in the back with satin covered buttons for the enclosure.

Her veil of tulle was outlined with a string of pearls and attached to a circular headpiece of fabric daisies accented with sequins and pearls.

The bride carried a cascading bouquet of one dozen white roses, white gerber daisies and touches of yellow and red daisies and berries.

Elizabeth Dolinger was matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Rachael Hipp and Holly Gibbs. Jack W. Heron Jr. served as his brother’s best man.

Groomsmen were Michael Verenes and Ryan Chesley, friends of the groom.

Olivia Martin and Katie Stone, cousins of the bride, were flower girls. Jack W. Hero, III, nephew of the groom, was ringbearer.

Mona Marivitorri, aunt of the groom, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Mandy Heron, sister-in-law of the groom. Megan Stone and Stone Martin, cousins of the bride, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Oneida Martin, cousin of the bride, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the Inn at the University of South Carolina.

Out-of-town guests were from Pennsylvania, Mississippi, North Carolina and South Carolina.

The couple will reside in Tennessee.

Events held before the wedding included a miscellaneous shower hosted by Mona Marivitorri, Melanie Collins and Cara Yarbrough.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner July 21 at Saluda Shoals Park of Columbia.

ATLANTIC BEACH — Coley Virginia Waters and Shawn Michael Laws of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 18 at 5 p.m. at Fort Macon, with Ron Fletcher officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Edward Earl Waters of Kinston and Rebecca Dee Bright of Kinston and the stepdaughter of Debra Kohler Waters.

She attended North Lenoir High School. She is a graduate of Meredith College with bacholor’s degrees in religion and psychology and attends East Carolina University for a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling and a master’s degree in substance abuse and clinical counseling. She is employed with 4-H in Lenoir and Duplin counties with the All Stars program as a prevention specialist and Spiral Bound Farm in Kinston.

The groom is the son of James and Sandra Ann Laws of Durham.

He graduated from East Syracuse-Minoa High School in New York. He is serving in the Air Force as a structural specialist stationed at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base and as a captain with Thoroughfare Volunteer Fire Department.

The bride was given in marriage by her parents.

She wore an ivory dress with a halter type front and an open back.

Alva Jeanne Horton was maid of honor.

James Laws served as his son’s best man.

Kendall Mashburn was flower girl. Jordan Laws was ringbearer.

Following the ceremony, family members held a barbecue reception at the Duncan House of Beaufort.

The couple reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included showers hosted by Alva Jeanne Horton, Sandra Laws and Mollie Tisdale and Cathy Grey, Patsi Tart and Rachel Mashburn.

Leslie Ann Quinn of Goldsboro and Adam Joseph Stevens exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 29 at 2:15 p.m., with the Rev. Tim Grimsley officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Thomas Anthony Quinn of Pink Hill and Janet Pittman Quinn of Goldsboro, the stepdaughter of Terry Quinn of Pink Hill, the granddaughter of Thomas Harold and Inez Quinn of Pink Hill and Emma Lee and the late William “Bill” Pittman of Goldsboro and the great-granddaughter of Maude Gurley of Goldsboro and Beulah Quinn of Pink Hill.

She is a 2003 graduate of Charles B. Aycock High School. She is employed as team lead at Target Corp.

The groom is the son of Kirby Iredelle and Carolyn Cabana Stevens of Grantham and the grandson of the late Lewis M. and Helen T. Stevens of Grantham and Madeleine M. Cabana and the late Alfred O. Cabana of Cleveland, Ga.

He graduated from Southern Wayne High School in 1998. He is employed at Precision Plumbing.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a white A-line taffeta gown with a fitted bodice adorned with pearl lace, beaded spaghetti straps and a floor-length train.

She carried a bouquet consisting of cascading yellow and white roses.

Clayton Quinn served as his sister’s only attendant.

Kirby I. Stevens was his son’s best man.

Melissa Marie Cox and Monica Grace Cox, nieces of the groom, were flower girls. Matthew Scott Cox, nephew of the groom, was ringbearer.

Presiding at the register was Dawn Stevens Cox, sister of the groom. Melissa Cox and Monica Cox distributed bubbles and thank-you scrolls.

A program of traditional wedding music was provided.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Following the ceremony, a dinner reception was held at the Cracker Barrel of Lumberton.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal luncheon July 28 at Logan’s Restaurant hosted by Dawn Cox and Carolyn Stevens and a bridal shower July 23 at the home of the bride’s father hosted by the family of the bride.

ATLANTIC BEACH — Patrice Barnes and Waylon Worrells exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 11 at 5:30 p.m at the boardwalk, with the Rev. Renee Melby officiating.

The bride is the daughter of John and Kathryn Barnes of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Eva Barnes and retired Staff Sgt. E.B. and Dorothy Collins of Goldsboro.

She is a 2000 graduate of Eastern Wayne High School and a 2004 graduate of North Carolina Central University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education. She is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. She is employed as a second-grade teacher at Brogden Primary School.

The groom is the son of Linwood and Lorice Worrells of Goldsboro and the grandson of the late Linwood Worrells, Mary Worrells and the late George Yelverton of Goldsboro and Vera Yelverton of Brooklyn, N.Y.

He graduated from Eastern Wayne High School in 1999 and Campbell University in 2003 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in mass communications. He is employed at Wilson County Emergency Services.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a strapless gown accented with Austrian crystals with a chiffon overlay. It had a trumpet skirt with a trailing train.

Her veil was edged with austrian crystals.

The bride carried a bouquet of purple and yellow chrysanthemums.

Michell Best directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Latosha Caulken. Carolyn Phifer distributed programs.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held Aug. 12 at Greenleaf Vision of Faith Community Center.

Events held before the wedding included a miscellaneous shower Aug. 25. hosted by Lorice and Latrice Worrells and a miscellaneous shower July 22 hosted by Karena Barnes, sister of the bride.

After a wedding trip, the couple reside in Goldsboro.

GATLINBURG, Tenn. — Sharon L. Bertram and Clinton Lee Cash of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 1 at noon at the Little Log Wedding Chapel, with the Rev. Travis Tatum officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Robert D. Piascik of Baltimore, Md., and Kathleen Donnelly of Philadelphia, Pa.

She is employed as a paralegal/legal assistant with the firm of Tharrington Smith of Raleigh.

The groom is the son of Lee and Janice Cash of Wetumpka, Ala.

He is serving in the Air Force as a major.

The couple reside in Goldsboro.

Ashley Renee Longwell and Gregory Michael Drotzur exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 5 at 3 p.m. at Freedom Baptist Church, with Pastor David Johnson officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Roger and Jacqueline Longwell of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Marlene Colyer of Goldsboro and Charles “Bill” Longwell of Parkersburg, Va.

She attends Mount Olive College. She is employed as an administrative specialist with Tar Heel Home Health.

The groom is the son of Corey and Margaret-Ann Drotzur and the grandson of Elizabeth Arnold and Gail Clark of Florida and Pastor Carlie and Burnice Hinnant of Goldsboro.

He is employed with Parker Advertising and is part-owner of Xpress Communications LLC.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a strapless gown with beading throughout the bodice, a shirred chiffon overlay across the waist accented by a rhinestone brooch pin and a trumpet skirt with a sweep train.

Christin Grubb served her friend as maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Vanessa Beasley, Amber Freeman and Carrie McCall, friends of the bride.

Corey Drotzur was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Larry Looney, friend of the groom; Christopher Drotzur, brother of the groom; and Joshua Longwell, brother of the bride.

Ushers were Keith Chism, friend of the groom, and Brad Hinnant, cousin of the groom.

Emily Lucas, friend of the family, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Kelsey Kuns, friend of the bride.

Hallie Batson and Rebekah Sass distributed programs. Jessica Brown and Janelle Abad distributed favors.

A program of wedding music was provided by Jim Hinnant, uncle of the groom, pianist, and Curtis Piner, friend of the couple, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church fellowship hall. Mattie Davis, Ira Edwards and Louise Lane were servers. Patti Baddleley served the wedding cake. Symantha Sass poured punch.

After a wedding trip to Kitty Hawk, the couple reside in Pikeville.

Events held before the wedding included a floating shower July 30 hosted by Freedom Baptist Church; a lingerie shower July 29 at Texas Steakhouse hosted by friends of the bride; and a surprise shower July 26 hosted by employees at Tar Heel Home Health.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner Aug. 4 in Freedom Church fellowship hall.

WILMINGTON — Pamela Simpkins of Goldsboro and Lt. Col. George Edward Thomas Jr. exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 23 at 2:30 p.m. aboard the Henrietta III, with Pastor James Weaver officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Hallie LeNeave of Wilmington and David and Nancy LeNeave Rose of Dunn and the granddaughter of the late Hallie and Nancy LeNeave of Wilmington and the late Ottis Manson and Elizabeth Johnson Melvin of Elizabethtown.

She is a graduate of Mount Olive College with a bachelor’s degree in history. She is employed as a middle school social studies teacher at Spring Creek High School.

The groom is the son of George Edward Thomas and Margaret Pauline Thomas of Caldwell, Idaho, and the grandson of the late Bernard William and Margaret Ellen Chapman of Higham Ferrers, United Kingdom.

He graduated from the University of Idaho with a bachelor’s degree in secondary education and Idaho State University with a master’s degree in athletic administration. He is serving in the Air Force as a weapon systems officer in the F-15E stationed at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho.

The bride was escorted by her children, Brandi Simpkins and Trey Thomas.

She wore a candlelight strapless satin formal gown adorned with pastel pink and ivory beading. The train had covered buttons along the back and the train of the dress.

Her double-layered veil with ivory roses was attached along the crown.

The bride carried a bouquet of ivory and pink roses.

Brandi Simpkins served as her mother’s maid of honor.

Trey Thomas was his son’s best man.

Gloria Cook Sims directed the wedding.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held aboard the Henrietta III.

After a wedding trip to North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and Washington D.C. the couple reside in Goldsboro.

NEW BERN — Ashley Kristin Conley and Justin Elbert Tillett of Durham exchanged vows in a ceremony June 24 at St. Mary’s Original Free Will Baptist Church, with the Rev. Craig Simmons officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Larry and Neta Conley of New Bern and the granddaughter of Doris Barwick, the late Leon Barwick and the late Eddie and Dorothy Conley of Dudley.

The groom is the son of Kenneth and Kathleen Tillett of Atlantic and the grandson of Eunice Honeycutt of Atlantic, the late Wilson Honeycutt, Fanny Jones of Hertford and the late Jesse Tillett.

The couple reside in Durham.

Gloria Green of Fremont and Curtis Vick exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 24 at Greater Morning Star Church, with Pastor Aaron C. Jarman officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Lola Grandberry of Pikeville and the granddaughter of the late Milton and Martha Lane of Fremont.

The groom is the son of the late James “Speedy” and Hattie Vick of Goldsboro.

After a wedding trip to Maryland, the couple reside in Fremont.

Jennifer Dawn Hayes and David Wayne Baker exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 12 at 3 p.m. at the home of the groom’s parents, with Pastor Wayne Goff officiating.

The bride is the daughter of James Sr. and Wanda Hayes of Grantham and the granddaughter of Burcheal and Hettie Rose Hayes of Newton Grove, the late Samuel Rutter and Winnie Rutter of Selma and Laylon and Lalon Denning of Grantham.

She is a 2003 honor graduate of Southern Wayne High School. She is employed at McDonald’s.

The groom is the son of Ronnie and Kay Baker of Pikeville and the grandson of Tony and Mollie Baker of Pikeville and Walter and Reba Butts of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Charles B. Aycock High School in 2001. He is employed as a sheet metal helper with Allen Kelly and Co. of Raleigh.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a halter top with a fitted bodice with beads and pearls. The cathedral train was trimmed in beads and pearls.

Her tiara extended was attached to a two-tiered fingertip veil with a pencil edge. She carried a bouquet of pink and white roses.

Wendy Marie Hayes of Grantham served her sister as maid of honor.

Ronnie Wayne Baker was his son’s best man.

Kaylyn Faith Lane was flower girl. Dylan Wayne Baker, son of the couple, was ringbearer.

Tammy Wingard of Pikeville directed the wedding.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the home of the groom’s parents.

The couple reside in Pikeville.

CANANDAIGUQ, N.Y. — Jennifer Kindlesparker and Christopher Beck of Syacuse, N.Y., exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 18 at Canandaigua Inn on the Lake, with Thomas Milbyer officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Robert and Sherry Kindlesparker of Goldsboro .

The groom is the son of Paul Beck of Fairport, N.Y., and Dawn Milbyer of Newfield, N.Y., and the stepson of Lorey Beck and Thomas Milbyer.

After a wedding trip to Mexico, the couple reside in New Hampshire.

RALEIGH — Rebecca Sue Hunter of Goldsboro and Adam Paul Belvan of Pikeville exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 12 at 2 p.m. at the Raleigh Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Saints.

The bride is the daughter of Douglas Brooks and Betty Sue Hunter of Turkey and the granddaughter of the late James Macgruder and Louise Brooks Hunter of Turkey.

She is a graduate of East Duplin High School in Beulaville and the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with bachelor and master degrees in elementary education. She is employed as fifth-grade teacher at Grantham School.

The groom is the son of Shirley Ruth Harper of Pikeville and the late William Belvan, Jr. of Athens, Ga.

He graduated from Southern Wayne High School and attended Wayne Community College. He is employed as utilities contractor at Utility Meter Services.

The bride was given in marriage by her parents.

A program of wedding music was provided by Gloria Jourdan of Ormond Beach, Fla., vocalist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the Smithfield Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

After a wedding trip to Boone, the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Margaret Malpass, aunt, and the bride’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at the home of the bride’s parents.

MOUNT OLIVE — Tracie Denise Lee of Durham and Reese Carson III exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 10 at 2 p.m. at New Saint Delight United Holy Church, with Pastor Fredrick A. Davis officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alfonza Lee Sr. of Dudley and the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Burrell Swinson Sr., Luby Lee of Mount Olive and the late Vera S. Lee.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Reese Carson Jr. of Washington D.C.

After a wedding trip to the Poconos, the couple reside in Durham.

NORFOLK, Va. — Amanda Elizabeth Ingram and James Morgan Deaton of Fairfax, Va., exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 8 at 4 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Leland Jackson Howell officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Capt. Richard Cameron Ingram and Sally Whitford Ingram of Norfolk and the granddaughter of Jerry McAulay and Elizabeth Manson Ingram of Mt. Gilead and Milton Gray and Elizabeth Barfield Whitford of Goldsboro.

She is a 2002 graduate of the College of William and Mary with an undergraduate degree and attends George Mason University for a Master’s Degree in education and an emphasis on literacy. She was a member of Kappa Delta Sorority and American Sign Language Club. She is employed as an elementary school teacher at Kings Park Elementary School in Springfield, Va.

The groom is the son of James Larry and Francesca Arico Deaton of Springfield and the grandson of Curtis Eugenia Roby, the late James Arnold Deaton and Bernice Donehower of Springfield and the late Ector John Arico.

He graduated from Mary Washington College in 2000 with an undergraduate degree and the University of Virginia in 2006 with a Doctorate Degree in leadership, foundations and policy. He interned for Sen. Daniel Patrick Moynihan.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a portrait neckline A-line silhouette with pearl buttons that accented the sheer back neckline adorned with Alencon lace. The lace carried through the portrait neckline and cascaded down the bodice and along the hemline.

She bride wore pearl and crystal combs in her hair.

The bride and carried a cascading bouquet with miniature calla lilies, stephanotis, gardenias, white dendrobium orchids and rosemary.

Karly Catherine Heal of Jacksonville Beach, Fla., served as her friend’s matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Katherine Elizabeth Cottle of Goldsboro, cousin of the bride; Kelley Erin Kaufman of Fairfax, Va., college friend of the bride; and Elizabeth Kincaid Hamilton of Fairfax and Robin Christina Wild of Burke, Va., friends of the couple.

Matthew Howard Meyers of Charlottesville, Va., served as best man.

Groomsmen were Andrew Lawrence Doll of Fairfax, cousin of the groom; Lt.j.g. Cameron Ashley Ingram of Norfolk, brother of the bride; and David Richard Fisher of Springfield and Mark Aaron Heim of Triangle, Va., friends of the groom.

Ushers were Terry Davis Cottle, Jr. of Goldsboro, cousin of the bride, and Jason Archer Wynegar of Arlington, Va., friend of the groom.

Susan Whitford Cottle of Goldsboro directed the wedding. Kelly Strauch and Jacob Strauch, cousins of the groom greeted guests and distributed programs.

Christine Caitlin Whitford of Charlotte, cousin of the bride, was mistress of ceremony.

Natalie Autumn Buck, the Rev. Jean Diane Mowrey, Ericka Fiorella Varillas and Jennifer Ann Greenwell were Scripture readers.

A program of wedding music was provided by Karly Catherine Heal, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a dinner and dance reception at Town Point Club of Norfolk.

After a wedding trip to Bermuda, the couple reside in Fairfax.

Events held before the wedding included showers in northern Virginia hosted by friends an family and a bridesmaids’ luncheon at the Painted Lady Tearoom of Norfolk hosted by Elizabeth Whitford, Susan Cottle and Elizabeth Ingram.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at the Town Point Club.

APEX — Rebekah Ruth Arthur and Brian Thomas Grube exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 5 at the Raleigh Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, with Max Stainback officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Leon and Jackie Arthur of Mount Olive and the granddaughter of Edna C. Turner of Mount Olive, the late William H. Turner, Harold B. Arthur of Goldsboro and the late Marie G. Arthur.

She is a 2003 graduate of Campbell University with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. She is employed as a clinical pharmacist at Duke Medical Center of Durham and as an assistant professor at Campbell University School of Pharmacy.

The groom is the son of Gerald and Linda Grube of Chambersburg, Pa., and the grandson of the late Harry and Harriett Grube of Reading, Pa., and the late Joseph and Mildred Keranen of Chester, N.J.

He graduated from the College of New Jersey in 2002 with a bachelor’s degree in economics and music education and attends Duke University School of Law. He completed a two-year mission in Mexico for the church.

The bride was given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a satin princess A-line gown with an empire waistline. It had a pearl-studded bodice and a divided organza overlay with beaded embroidery and short sleeves.

She wore her mother’s mantilla of tulle accented with Venetian lace.

The bride carried a round hand-held bouquet of white hydrangeas and white roses.

Amanda Dugan of Chapel Hill served her sister was matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Amy Arthur of Buies Creek, sister of the bride, and Leann Arthur of St. Pauls, sister-in-law of the bride.

Tommy Bryan served his friend as best man.

Groomsmen were Craig and Mark Grube, brothers of the groom, and William Arthur, brother of the bride.

Marin and Gwendolyn Arthur of St. Pauls, nieces of the bride, were flower girls.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s family held a reception in the LDS Institute of Religion building. Catherine Carter, great-aunt of the bride, poured punch. Sharon Turner, aunt of the bride, served the wedding cake. Shirley Baker, aunt of the groom, presided at the register. Rhonda Houston, friend of the bride, assisted.

Events held before the wedding included a shower July 22 at the home of Amanda Dugan of Chapel Hill hosted by Ms. Dugan and Amy Arthur, sisters of the bride; a miscellaneous shower July 17 at Duke Medical Center hosted by Tracie Rothrock-Christian, co-worker of the bride; and a shower July 15 at the home of Carroll and Sharon Turner of Mount Olive hosted by the bride’s family.

The groom’s family held a rehearsal dinner Aug. 4 at the LDS Institute of Religion building.

MONROE — Brandy Michelle Matthews and Christopher Dale Hall exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 10 at 5 p.m. at Lakeview Baptist Church, with the Rev. Steve Jirgal officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Paul Richard and Betty Shingleton Mailing of Charlotte and the granddaughter of the late Donald Mailing and Ruth Erler of Medfield, Mass., Bailey Shingleton of Goldsboro and Louise Ginn of Pikeville.

The groom is the son of Thomas Dale and Pamela Dale Hall of Indian Trail and the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Hall of Indian Trail, David L. Warwick of Mt. Gilead and Joyce Alexander of Monroe.

After a wedding trip to Charleston, S.C., the couple reside in Indian Trail.

Brittney Carol Morawski and Stephen Robert Rogers exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 13 at 4 p.m. at Lane Tree Golf Club, with the Rev. Willie J. Teachey officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Edd and Julie Suggs of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Evelyn Ezzell, the late Julian Ezzell and Leamon Jr. and Dorothy Suggs of LaGrange.

She is a 2004 honor graduate of Eastern Wayne High School and Wayne Community College with an Associate of Arts degree and attends the University of North Carolina at Wilmington for a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education. She is a member of Phi Theta Kappa.

The groom is the son of Gail Rogers of Seven Springs and the grandson of Rose Edwards and the late Jacob Edwards of LaGrange.

He graduated from Eastern Wayne High School in 2003 and attends the University of North Carolina at Wilmington for a Bachelor of Arts degree in film studies.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a strapless Georgette gown with a beaded bodice with fabric gathering at the side with beadwork.

Her tiara adorned with Swarovski crystals and pearls was attached to a fingertip veil with beaded flower accents.

The bride carried a round bouquet of pink and yellow roses.

Lyndsay Newman served her friend as maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Heather Suggs, sister of the bride, and Crystal Williford, cousin of the bride.

William Rogers served as his brother’s best man.

Groomsmen were James Jarrell, Damian Ashley, Michael Elliott and Jason Wedding, friends of the groom.

Robbie Morawski, brother of the bride, stood by her side.

Megan Barton, cousin of the bride, was flower girl. Joshua Barton, cousin of the bride, was ringbearer.

Presiding at the register was Kelly Barton.

Special helpers were Violet Saviak and JoAnn Teachey.

A program of wedding music was provided by Linda Hawley.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Lane Tree Golf Club.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple reside in Wilmington.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal shower Aug. 5 at the home of April Hall, aunt of the groom; a bridal shower July 22 at the home of Evelyn Ezzell, grandmother of the bride; and a Hallmark shower June 11.

The groom’s mother held a rehearsal dinner Aug. 12 at Texas Steakhouse.

LAGRANGE — Shirleane Long and Marvin Tyrone Smith of Knightdale exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 15 at 2 p.m. at Saints Delight United Holy Church, with Pastor Huger D. Ford and Pastor Shirley Cox officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Joseph and Shirley Cox of Goldsboro.

She is a 1979 graduate of Eastern Wayne High School.

The groom is the son of the late Donald Bell and Lillian Bell of Edwards.

He graduated from Pamlico High School in 1979.

The bride was escorted by her sons, Eric Long and Vernon Long Jr., and her father.

She wore a white strapless apple trim satin A-line and apple lace-up back sweep train gown.

Her apple garden bouquet tiara was accented with crystal and pearl with a cathedral veil with an apple-colored satin corded edge.

The bride carried a bouquet of white roses with baby’s breath and ivy wrapped in white silk with a pearl sleeve.

Geraldine Ford of Hampton, Va., served her sister as matron of honor, while Patricia Gail Wade of Goldsboro, cousin of the bride, was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Lynette Chapman, Geanetta Ford, Myra Smith and Ivia Thomas-Aiken.

Tyrone Freeman served as best man.

Groomsmen were Vernon Long Jr. Eric Long, Danny McCab, Terry Cox and Albert Whitfield.

Lashanta Long, daughter of the bride, was the miniature bride.

Tyshell Smith, Shanetta Hobbs and Shanita Hobbs were junior bridesmaids.

Shykerah Wade was flower girl. Tymire Whitfield was ringbearer.

Deronda N. Butts-Cox directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Danita Wade.

Katrina Reynolds of Goldsboro was the wedding dancer.

A program of wedding music was provided by Sharon Hobbs, Lisa Wade and Shirley Cox accompanied by Lemon Parks.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church fellowship hall. Deronda N. Butts-Cox was mistress of ceremonies.

After a wedding trip to Nassau, Bahamas, the couple reside in Knightdale.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal shower at Spring Arbor in Raleigh hosted by Ann Southerland.

FUQUAY-VARINA — Ashleigh Marie Massengill and Jonathan William Smith exchanged vows in a ceremony May 20 at 2 p.m. at Wake Chapel Christian Church, with the Rev. Ross Marion officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mark and Leigh Ann Massengill of Fuquay-Varina and the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse William Massengill of Goldsboro and Suzanne Gurley of Pikeville.

The groom is the son of Raymond and Donna Smith of Abbeyville, S.C., and the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond A. Smith Sr. of Port St. Lucie, Fla., and Mr. and Mrs. Jackson Wagner of Lexington.

After a wedding trip to the mountains, the couple reside in Kernersville.

Tammy A. Waters and Ronnie S. Syverson exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 17 at 2:30 p.m. at United in Christ Church, with Ira Williford and Don Sauls officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Dwight and Rose Waters of Princeton.

The groom is the son of LaVern and Diane Syverson of Goldsboro.

After a wedding trip to Ocracoke, the couple reside in Princeton.

Rosalie Ann Brieske and Chadwick Brooks Cobb exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 12 at 3 p.m. at St. Paul United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Levy Moore of Franklin Springs, Ga., uncle of the groom, officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Chief Warrant Officer William and Jean Brieske of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of the late Ewald and Adeline Brieske of Wisconsin and the late Edmund and Lena Fazakerley of New York.

She is a 1992 graduate of Kempsville High School in Virginia. She is employed with Wayne County EMS as a paramedic.

The groom is the son of LaNell Cobb and the late Bobby Cobb of Goldsboro and the grandson of the late Cecil and Ruth Cobb and the late Ben and Ruth Barnes of Rocky Mount.

He graduated from Eastern Wayne High School in 1996. He is employed with Goldsboro Fire Department as an engineer.

The bride was escorted by her farther and son, Tyler, and given in marriage by her parents and son.

She wore a white strapless satin gown with a chiffon overlay with sequin and pearl beading around the waist and edge of the chapel train.

Her double-layered veil was attached to a tiara with pearls and sequins.

The bride carried a clutch bouquet of white roses and lavender calla lilies.

Ashley Core of Chesapeake, Va., served as her aunt’s maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Christine Wheeler of Chesapeake, friend of the bride; Michelle Cobb of Goldsboro, sister of the groom; and Crystal Scrufari of Goldsboro, friend of the couple.

Mike Scrufari of Goldsboro was his friend’s best man.

Ushers were Jason Singleton and Steve Mozingo of Goldsboro and Chad Singleton of Garner, friends of the groom.

Shelia Warrick directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Susan Core.

Sharon Schmidt, sister of the bride, and Donna Morris, aunt of the groom, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Mark Gourley, organist, and Dr. William Boles of Wilson, trumpeter.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Lane Tree Golf Club.

After a wedding trip to Cancun, Mexico, the couple will reside in LaGrange.

Events held before the wedding included a pig picking July 9 at the home of the groom’s mother hosted by Michelle Cobb, sister of the groom, and Mike Scrufari; a bridal shower July 8 in Chesapeake hosted by Ashley Core; and a dinner June 3 at Prime Only in Raleigh hosted by the groom’s family.

The groom’s mother held a rehearsal dinner at Billie’s.

BLACK MOUNTAIN — Deserae Renee Morin of Asheville and Christopher Thomas Hemenway of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 22 at 4 p.m. at Lake Eden, with the Rev. John Qualmann officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Jimmie Deaton and Renee Hamel of Fairview and the granddaughter of Peter and Laura Morin of Swanton, Vt., and Francis Hamel and the late Steven Hamel of Asheville.

She is a 2006 graduate of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with a degree in environmental studies and a minor in parks and recreation.

The groom is the son of Kenneth and Peggy Hemenway of Goldsboro and the grandson of Robert and Ollie Hemenway White, Claiborne and Verna Hill of Garner and the late Neal G. Hill of Goldsboro.

He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington in 2005 with a degree in business administration and a concentration in management information systems.

Samantha Honeycutt of Asheville served her friend as matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Caitie Brown of Asheville and Candice Munao of Wilmington, friends of the bride.

Kenneth Hemenway served as his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Matthew Hemenway, brother of the groom and Phillip Maxwell of Greensboro, friend of the groom.

Amanda Hamel, cousin of the bride, was flower girl.

Presiding at the register were Wendy Stancil of Hendersonville, cousin of the groom, and Jason Futrell of New York, friend of the couple.

After a wedding trip to Walt Disney World, the couple reside in Wilmington.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Lake Eden.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal shower June 24 in Fairview hosted by Samantha Honeycutt and Renee Hamel and a shower July 8 in Wilmington hosted by Candice Munao.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at the Monte Vista Hotel in Black Mountain.

Courtney Lee Carroll and Douglas Ray Lane exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 15 at 4 p.m. at Salem United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Neal E. Wingfield officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Jan Lee Carroll of Mount Olive and Todd and Jennifer Carroll of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Bill and Peggy Carroll of Dudley, Herb and Margie Corder of Goldsboro and the late Bill and Jane Terry Lee of Mount Olive.

She attends James Sprunt Community College for a cosmetology degree. She is employed at Hair Works.

The groom is the son of Roger and Evelyn Lane of Mount Olive and the grandson of Carson and Louise Lane, Fred Hardison and the late Margaret Hardison of Mount Olive.

He is employed at Wayne Electric.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her family.

She wore a formal gown of organza with a halter neckline embellished with beads and embroidery. Embroidery adorned the full skirt and chapel-length train.

Her veil of tulle was adorned with crystal teardrops.

Jamie Faulk of Youngsville, sister of the groom, served as matron of honor, while Holly Wiggins of Mount Olive was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Keli Greene of Wallace, Sarah Snowden of Pikeville and Jessica Davidson, Staci Hinson and Scarlett Jackson of Mount Olive.

Roger Lane was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were J.J. Faulk of Youngsville, brother-in-law of the groom; Ray Herring of Seven Springs; Wes Lane, cousin of the groom; Chris Faulk; Matt Moore; and Marshall Hinson of Mount Olive.

Honorary bridesmaids were Nicole Parker of Mount Olive and Hannah Sumner of Beulaville.

Shae Horton of Faison was miniature bride. Davis Carroll of Goldsboro, brother of the bride, was miniature groom.

Kaylyn Lane of Dudley, daughter of the groom, and Graycen Faulk of Youngsville, niece of the groom, were flower girls. Jackson and Zachary Taylor of Rockledge, Fla., cousins of the bride, were ringbearers.

Cindy Carroll of Arden, aunt of the bride, directed the wedding.

A program of wedding music was provided by Alice Vickory, pianist; Page Barwick, violinist; and Michelle Martin, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church fellowship hall. Lindsay Jarnagin of Goldsboro, cousin of the bride, poured punch. Delette Jarnagin of Goldsboro, aunt of the bride, served the wedding cake.

After a wedding trip to the coast, the couple reside in Mount Olive.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal luncheon July 14 at El Paz hosted by Jennifer Carroll, stepmother of the bride, Susan Basden, Delette Jarnagin and Cindy Carroll, aunts of the bride, and Peggy Carroll, grandmother of the bride; a bridal luncheon July 10 at Texas Steakhouse hosted by Alicia Horton; and a bridal shower June 4 at the home of Evelyn Lane of Mount Olive hosted by Ms. Lane and Jamie Faulk.

The groom’s parents and Carson and Louise Lane, grandparents of the groom, held a rehearsal dinner July 14 at the church.

PINE KNOLL SHORES — Krystal Lynn Gooding of Kenly and Bobby Earl McArthur exchanged vows in a double-ring beach ceremony June 24 at 10 a.m., with Sherwood Lancaster, cousin of bride, officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Billy Carlton Gooding of Wilson and Teresa Jane Holloman of Kenly and the granddaughter of Edward Toler and the late Hilda Toler Gooding of Goldsboro and Joseph Henry and Julia Pollard Jackson of Kenly.

She is a 2001 honor graduate of Princeton High School and a 2005 graduate of East Carolina University with a bachelor of science degree in nursing. She is employed as a register nurse at Wayne Memorial Hospital on the seventh floor.

The groom is the son of William Earl and Jeannie Carroll McArthur of Mount Olive and the grandson of James and Elise McArthur Whitman of Mount Olive and Joseph Henry and Julia Pollard Jackson of Kenly.

He graduated from Southern Wayne High School in 1995 and Wayne Community College. He is employed in maintenance at Sunbridge of Mount Olive.

The bride was escorted by her grandfather, Joseph Jackson, and given in marriage by her family.

She wore a white halter top mermaid-style fitted gown.

The bride carried a bouquet of white and red roses.

Malissa Graham served as her friend’s matron of honor.

Tiffany Gooding, sister of bride, was the bridesmaid.

Andrew Jared McPhail served as his grandson’s best man.

William Earl McArthur, father of groom, was the groomsman.

Hayley McPhail was flower girl. Dale, the couple’s dog, was ringbearer.

K&B Productions directed the wedding.

A program of wedding music was provided by Wade Graham.

After a wedding trip to Pine Knoll Shores, the couple reside in Mount Olive.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception.

Events held before the wedding included a wedding shower July 27 at Wayne Memorial Hospital hosted by the seventh-floor staff and a bridal shower April 22 at the home of the bride’s mother hosted by family and friends of the couple.

The groom held a rehearsal dinner on the deck of the beachhouse.

BENTONVILLE — Amanda Gray Howell and Kevin Albert Sheets exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 12 at 3 p.m. at St. John Pentecostal Holiness Church, with the Rev. Richard Parsons officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Howard L. “Buddy” Howell and Nancy W. Howell of Grantham and the granddaughter of Howard B. and Mildred D. Howell of Grantham and Virginia W. Hudson and the late William H. Wells of Goldsboro.

She is a 1999 graduate of Southern Wayne High School. She is employed at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

The groom is the son of Steve and Nancy D. Sheets of Statesville and the grandson of Mary Sheets and the late William J. Sheets and the late Willie E. Dyson.

He graduated from Statesville Senior High School in 1999. He attends Cape Fear Community College for a major in social work. He is employed as assistant manager at Papa Johns Pizza.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

Ashley Renee Howell and Tammy Howell Walker served their sister as maids of honor.

Bridesmaids were Christy S. Simpson of Chesapeake, Va., and Katie Sheets of Greenville, sisters of the groom, and Kristin Hooks of Wilmington, friend of the bride.

Alex Hollingsworth of Statesville, friend of the groom, served as best man.

Groomsmen were Steve Sheets of Statesville, father of the groom; Joey Davidson of Statesville, friend of the groom; Joey Denning of Grantham, friend of the bride; and Matt Huberty of Illinois, friend of the couple.

Kasey Leigh Vann of Grantham, cousin of the bride, was flower girl.

Ann H. Denning, aunt of the bride, directed the wedding.

Honorary bridesmaids were Summer M. Edwards of Grantham, cousin of the bride; and Stephanie C. Parkhurst of Apex, friend of the bride.

A program of wedding music was provided by Jean Parsons, pianist, and Nicki Sanderson, vocalist.

After a wedding trip to Disney World, the couple reside in Wilmington.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church fellowship hall. Wilma Brown, aunt of the bride, poured punch. Susan Jones, aunt of the bride, served the wedding cake. Katlyn Denning and Chloe Edwards, cousins of the bride, distributed birdseed.

Events held before the wedding included a beach outing and dinner July 27 at Friday’s of Wilmington hosted by Ann Denning, aunt of the bride; a bridal shower July 9 at St. John Church hosted by Ann Denning, Kim Vann, Vickey Sanderson and Janice and Doodle Edwards, family of the bride; a bridal tea July 8 at the home of Wilma Brown hosted by Ms. Brown and Susan Jones, aunts of the bride; a miscellaneous shower June 19 hosted by New Hanover emergency department staff; and a lingerie shower June 10 in Wilmington hosted by Kristin Hooks and the bridal party.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal luau Aug. 11 at the church.

Halye Elizabeth Phipps of Mount Olive and Jeremy Daniel Spivey of Kenly exchanged vows in a single-ring ceremony July 22 at 5 p.m. at Now Faith Church, with Pastor Jeff Toler officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Wiley Chris Phipps of Goldsboro and the late Annette K. Hull of Mount Olive.

She is a graduate of Southern Wayne High School and attends Wayne Community College’s dental hygiene program.

The groom is the son of John Daniel of Kenly and Sharon Elizabeth Spivey of Kenly and the grandson of Bonnie Spivey and the late Anderson Spivey of Kenly.

He attended North Johnston High School. He is employed as an electrical mechanic at T&H Electric.

The bride wore a simple white dress with sequins and pearls.

Her headpiece was a veil with white pearls. She carried a yellow rose.

After a wedding trip to Grand Cayman Islands and Jamaica, the couple reside in Mount Olive.

DEEP RUN — Brandy Elizabeth Hines and Luis Oscar Miranda of Seven Springs exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 3 at 4:30 p.m. at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Greene, with the Rev. Johnny Sasser and the Rev. Norman Davis Jr. officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Scott and Terry Hines of Seven Springs and the granddaughter of Betty Alston and the late Lloyd Earl Alston of Mamers and Rochie Taylor and the late Homer Hines of Dudley.

The groom is the son of Ana Miranda of Seven Springs and Oscar Miranda of Four Oaks and the grandson of Alfredo and Nieves Morado of Rio Grande, Texas, and Consuela Miranda and the late John Miranda of Monterray, Calif.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple reside in Deep Run.

SNOW HILL — Felicia Ann Boone of Kinston and Minister David Warren James of Kinston exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 10 at 2 p.m. at Victory and Dominion World Outreach Center, with Bishop Zebedee Sheppard officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Claudine Greene Boone of Grifton and William “Billy” Boone of Kinston and the granddaughter of the late Willie “Wiley” and Elizabeth “Bet” Bryant, the late Daniel Green and the late Sue Mae Greene of Fort Barnwell and Emma Lee Gerald of Mt. Vernon, N.Y.

She is a graduate of Kinston High School, a 1999 graduate of East Carolina University with a bachelor’s degree in social work, a 2002 graduate of Central Michigan University with a master’s degree in administration and a concentration in general administration and a 2006 graduate of East Carolina University with a Master of School Administration degree.

She is licensed by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction as a school social worker. She is employed with Lenoir County Schools.

The groom is the son of Joe Oliver and Christine James of Toomsuba, Miss.

He graduated from Southeast Lauderdale High School in Mississippi in 1988 and Eagle Bible Institute in 2004, with an associate degree in biblical studies. He was ordained as a minister in 2005. He served in the Marine Corps as an aviation fire control radar technician. He is employed with the U.S. Postal Service.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her family.

She wore an ivory strapless satin A-line gown with a side-split overlay and asymmetrical waist detailing. The bodice and inset were adorned with Schiffli lace embroidery.

Her elbow-length ivory veil with a champagne corded edge and seed pearl and rhinestone detailing was attached to a gold garden bouquet tiara with ivory and champagne pearl flowers and crystals.

The bride carried a bouquet of white magnolias and yellow and purple roses with babies breath and ivy wrapped in white silk with a pearl sleeve.

Alisa Gibbs of Raleigh served her sister as matron of honor, while Tanyetta Strickland of Goldsboro was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Tonya Faison of Goldsboro and Kristin Boone, daughter of the bride.

Elder Anthony Parris of Kinston served as best man.

Ushers were Deacon Charles Dail of Kinston and Deacon Dedric Staten of Faulkland.

Groomsmen were Minister Lennon Scott and Minister Michael Whitfield of Greenville and Elder Joseph Scott of Goldsboro.

Caroline Moore of Kinston was flower girl.

Michael Boone, son of the bride, was the bell ringer.

The bride directed the wedding. Stephanie Harris of Kinston was procedural director.

Presiding at the register were Aileen Adams and Wanda Conley of Snow Hill, Sekethia Baker, Kelee Moore and Carolyn Patrick of Kinston and Kristian Dawson-Chadwick of Greenville.

A program of wedding music was provided by Kristin Boone, vocalist, and Amy Jones of Ayden, flutist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Hampton Inn. Elder Anthony Parris and Tanyetta Strickland were masters of ceremony.

After a wedding cruise to Nassau and Coco Cay, Bahamas, and Cape Canaveral and Disney World, Fla., the couple reside in Kinston.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal shower June 2 at the Broken Eagle of Kinston hosted by Lenoir County Schools social workers and school nurses and a bridal shower May 15 at Frink Middle School hosted by co-workers of the bride.

The couple held a rehearsal dinner at the church.

MOUNT OLIVE — Heather Tracy Alphin of Mount Olive and Scott Thomas Ingram of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 5 at 5 p.m. at Bethel United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Mark Stephens officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Lewis Jackson and Hilda Tutor Alphin of Mount Olive, and the granddaughter of Dorothy Grady and the late Lewis Garland Alphin of Mount Olive.

She is employed as a procedure nurse at Carolina Kidney in Goldsboro.

The groom is the son of Danny Thomas and Jenny Tillman Ingram of Goldsboro and the grandson of Deloris Jones, the late Thurman Thomas Ingram of Goldsboro and Myrtle Davis and the late Travis Tillman of Pikeville.

He is employed by Firestone in Wilson.

The bride was escorted by her father and her daughter, Reagan Malone Alphin, and was given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a white satin dress with a halter-top bodice accented with pearls and beads. The small train and v-cut-back were also adorned with pearls and beads. She wore a short veil with crystal beads and pearls around the edge and a comb of pearls and crystal beads.

She carried a bouquet of white, open roses and red baby roses that was adorned with white satin and pearls.

Meredith Alphin McClenny served her sister as matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Beth Ingram Toler, sister-in-law of the bride, of Goldsboro; Dana Carter Langston of Grantham, friend of the bride; and Sara Elizabeth Ivey of Mount Olive, Stephanie Leigh Ivey of Wilmington and Amanda Gray Clifton of Clinton, cousins of the bride.

Danny Thomas Ingram served his son as best man.

Groomsmen were Eric Gene Toler of Goldsboro, brother-in-law of the groom; Lewis Jackson Alphin of Mount Olive, brother of the bride; Travis Gerald Tillman of Pikeville, uncle of the groom; Joseph William Toler, friend of the couple; and Charles Murray McClenny of Mount Olive, brother-in-law of the bride.

Honorary bridesmaids were Nikki Hooks of Pikeville, cousin of the groom; and Natasha Boudy of Goldsboro, Jenny Barfield of Mount Olive, Brandi Brock of Mount Olive and Sharon Raper of Goldsboro, all friends of the bride.

The bride’s daughter also served as the flower girl.

Travis Kaxson Hooks, cousin of the groom, served as ringbearer.

Cindy Kornegay Ivey of Mount Olive, friend of the couple, directed the wedding.

Presiding at the register was Rachel Tillman Gwatney of Goldsboro, aunt of the groom.

Andrew and Anissa Powell of Tennessee, cousins of the bride, distributed programs.

Special helper for the ceremony was Alice Crisp Hill of Goldsboro, friend of the bride.

Reception greeters were Douglas and Janice Powell of Lillington, aunt and uncle of the groom. Goodbyes were handled by Glen and Linda Clifton of Clinton, aunt and uncle of the bride.

Reception directors were Dwight and Belinda Dixon of South Carolina, aunt and uncle of the bride.

A program of wedding music was provided by Weslea Gray, pianist, and Richard Phillips, vocalist.

A reception was held after the ceremony at The Country Squire in Kenansville hosted by the bride’s parents.

After a surprise wedding trip for the bride, the couple will live in Grantham.

A rehearsal dinner was hosted by the groom’s parents at Bethel United Methodist Church in Mount Olive.

Other wedding events included a spa day July 29, hosted by Hilda Alphin and Meredith McClenny; a lawn and garden shower and barbecue July 29, hosted by Eric and Nikki Hooks, Rachel Gwatney, Danny and Jenny Ingram, Eric and Beth Toler and Gerald Tillman and Myrtle Tillman; a July 23 luncheon at The Country Squire hosted by Rouse and Cindy Ivey, John Daniel and Rebekah and Abbie Ivey; a bridal shower July 21, hosted by the bride’s co-workers at Carolina Kidney; a July 15 lingerie shower at the home of Sara Elizabeth Ivey and also hosted by Meredith McClenny, Brandi Brock and Jenny Barfield; a miscellaneous shower hosted by Bethel United Methodist Church July 9; a recipe shower hosted by Dana Langston July 8; and July 1 girls’ night out hosted by friends of the bride; and a June 10 bridal luncheon at Nino’s in Mount Olive, hosted by Dorothy Alphin, Janice Powell and Sharon Collins, grandmother and aunts of the bride.

Megan Ames Chenier and Albert Lee Hutchens III exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 5 at 4 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Drew Clark and the Rev. Jay Martin officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mark Stephen and Barbara Chenier. She is the granddaughter of Bette and Gene H. Binning of Oklahoma City, Okla., Patricia and Edwin Ely of Ludlow, Mass., and the late Eugene Chenier.

The bride is a Goldsboro native and a graduate of Eastern Wayne High School.

She graduated in 2006 with a bachelor’s degree in exercise and sport science from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.

The groom is the son of Albert Lee Hutchens Jr. and Linda Hutchens of Edenton, and is the grandson of Loree V. Johnson and the late Marvin Johnson of Dobson and the late Albert Lee Hutchens and Laura Hutchens of Hickory.

He is a graduate of Osborn High School in Manassas, Va., and a 1998 graduate of East Carolina University, where he received a bachelor’s degree in psychology.

He is employed by Williamsburg Aquatic Club as the head age group swim coach.

The bride was given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father.

Kara Meyer served the bride as maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Cameron Hughes of Goldsboro, Meghan Nystrand of Knoxville, Tenn., Mary Margaret Gamblin of Raleigh, Susan Morgan of Goldsboro and Emily Carroll of Blue Ridge Summit, Pa.

Michael Donovan of Wake Forest served the groom as best man.

Ushers were Michael Chenier and Mason Chenier, brothers of the bride.

Groomsmen were Matt Jabs of Greenville, Greg Middleton of Raleigh, Randy Jarman of Kinston, John Warhol III of Yorktown, Va., and McGee Moody of Williamsburg, Va.

Rebekkah Warhol, niece of the groom, of Yorktown, Va., served as flower girl.

The wedding director was Brownie Doss.

Programs were distributed by Kelly Binning and Mary Ilene Binning, both of Oklahoma City, Okla., and cousins of the bride; and Mary Elizabeth Warhol of Yorktown, Va., niece of the groom.

Music was provided by Dr. Jeremy Thompson, with vocals by Kristin Shearin and violin by Jenny Heim.

Ann Price, friend of the bride’s mother, was a special helper at the reception, which was held at Lane Tree Country Club.

Dr. Robert and Mrs. Linda Meyer served as greeters at the reception.

After the wedding, the couple will take a cruise in the Mediterranean.

They will reside in Williamsburg.

The rehearsal dinner was held Friday at the Officer’s Club at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base.

Other pre-wedding events included a kitchen shower hosted on June 3 by Linda and Kara Meyer; an engagement dinner party June 17 hosted by friends of the bride at the home of Larry and Pat Keim; a “honey-do” shower held July 15 in Raleigh and hosted by Cindy and Frank McLain and Kathryn and Dee Robinson, friends of the groom; a bridesmaids’ luncheon hosted by Rosalyn Lomax, Kathryn Spicer and Nancy Harvin held Friday at Goldsboro Country Club; and a bridesmaids’ breakfast hosted by Bonnie and Cameron Hughes held Saturday.

Jessica Dawn Perkins and Caleb Robert Griffith of Cary exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony Aug. 5 at 2 p.m. at Pine Forest United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Billy Olsen officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Bert and Sheri Perkins of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of the late Lucille Collings, Col. Kenneth Collings, Inez Perkins and the late Calbert Perkins of Goldsboro.

She is a 2002 graduate of Rosewood High School and a 2006 cum laude graduate of East Carolina University, with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. She is employed as a third-grade teacher at Cedar Fork Elementary School of Morrisville.

The groom is the son of Eric and Debbie Griffith of Goldsboro and the grandson of James and Bessie Zwicki of Hiawatha, Iowa, and Barbara Griffith and the late Robert Griffith of Yarmouth, Iowa.

He graduated from Eastern Wayne High School in 2001, Lenoir Community College in 2003, with an associate degree in liberal arts and North Carolina State University, with a bachelor’s degree in accounting and a concentration in financial analysis. He is employed as an accountant and associate financial planner with Townsend Asset Management of Raleigh.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a white satin gown enhanced with a sweetheart neckline accented with clusters of pearls and sequins. The asymmetrical waistline led to a flowing skirt with a beaded edge that swept to a chapel train.

Her pearl tiara was attached to a white fingertip-length veil.

The bride carried a bouquet of white lilies, pink Gerber daisies and white roses with a handkerchief that belonged to her grandmother.

Melissa Capps served her sister as matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Robyne Caughron, Alison Monroe and Brittan Wheeler, friends of the bride; Tiffany Franklin and Kelsey Griffith, sisters of the groom; Jennifer Perkins, sister-in-law of the bride; and Emily Waddell, cousin of the bride.

Todd Weeks served as his friend’s best man.

Groomsmen were Nicholas Capps, brother-in-law of the bride; Joseph Franklin, brother-in-law of the groom; Dave Henry, friend of the groom; and Lee Perkins, brother of the bride.

Bailey Teague, friend of the couple, was flower girl. Brady Perkins, nephew of the bride, was ringbearer.

Vickie Capps, friend of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Blair Keen, cousin of the bride.

Adam Keen, cousin of the bride, and Amanda Kellar, friend of the bride, distributed programs.

Josiah Capps, nephew of the bride, and Gabriel Franklin, nephew of the groom, were baby attendants.

A program of wedding music was provided by Timmy Price, friend of the couple, pianist; Robyne Caughron, friend of the bride, and Joseph Franklin, brother-in-law of the groom, vocalists; and Justin Mitchell, friend of the couple, guitarist.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at Walnut Creek Country Club. George and Lisa Pettus, friends of the couple, greeted guests.

After a wedding trip to Charleston and Kiawah Island, S.C., the couple will reside in Cary.

Events held before the wedding included a bridesmaids’ luncheon Friday at Billie’s Backstreet Restaurant hosted by Beverly Keen; a bachelorette weekend July 21-23 in Sneads Ferry hosted by Robyne Caughron; a lingerie shower July 16 hosted by Melissa Capps, Tiffany Franklin and Debbie and Kelsey Griffith; a shower July 8 at Pine Forest United Methodist Church hosted by family and friends; and an alphabet shower June 3 in Greenville hosted by Robyne Caughron, Julie Evans, Jenna Haire, Alison Monroe and Stephanie Styers.

The groom’s family held a dinner in the church fellowship hall.

Kim Pe’Yonn Jarmon and Anthony Lamonte Forrest exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 3 at 2 p.m. at St. Marks of Christ, with Bishop Allen Smith officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Thomas and Carolyn Smith and the granddaughter of Preston and Ruth Summers and Alea J. Best of Goldsboro.

The groom is the son of Annie Forrest of Selma and Lee Forrest of Mississippi and the grandson of Annie Gorham of Goldsboro.

After a wedding trip to Jamaica, the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Danielle Gaskins and Gregory Floyd of Knightdale exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony at 5 p.m. July 29 at The Wagner in Clayton, with Michael McHarg officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Judy and William Gaskins of Apex, and the granddaughter of Cleveland and Rachel Sledge of Bunn and Gladys Terry and the late J.T. Terry of Knightdale.

She is a graduate of East Carolina University and will attend the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry at Chapel Hill this fall.

The groom is the son of Jeanne and Sam Floyd of Goldsboro, and the grandson of the late Eugene and Helen Flowers of Charlotte and Rossie Floyd and the late Earl Floyd of Raeford.

He is a graduate of North Carolina Wesleyan University and is employed by GlaxoSmithKline.

The bride was escorted by her father and was given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a light ivory chiffon couture wedding gown. The strapless mermaid style had a fitted, beaded bodice and intricate beading throughout the design of the gown and buttons down the zipper. The chapel-length train had detailed beading on the hem.

Her headpiece was a a scalloped tiara of pearls and Swarvoski crystals. Her veil was accented with crystals and ribbon edging.

The bride carried a cascade design bouquet of white mini cala lillies, stephanotis, stargazer lillies, lavender dendrobium orchids accented with white tulips and mixed garden greenery.

Denise Eason served the bride as matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Erin Holliday and Jeanne Johnson.

Hailey Eason served as junior bridesmaid.

Sam Floyd served the groom as best man.

Groomsmen were Clyn Barber and Cameron Pittman.

Flower girls were Abby Eason and Karley Eason.

Ringbearer was Raymond Winter.

Peggy Alford served as wedding director.

Patricia Davis distributed programs, while Beth Constantino greeted guests.

Harpist Caroline Craycroft provided music for the ceremony.

After the ceremony, the bride’s parents hosted a dinner and dance at The Wagner.

The groom’s parents hosted a rehearsal dinner July 28 at The Wagner.

Other wedding events included showers and parties hosted by family and friends of the couple.

After their wedding trip to Isle of Palms, S.C., the couple live in Knightdale.

Christie Renee Hill of Kinston and Jonathan Lawton Carter of Seven Springs were married June 30 at 6 p.m. at Westside Free Will Baptist Church in Kinston, with the Rev. Calvin Heath officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Maurice and Rebecca Hill of Kinston and the granddaughter of Maurice Hill Sr. of Dover and Lillian Heath of Cove City.

She is a 2001 graduate of North Lenoir High School and a graduate of Mount Olive College, with a degree in psychology. She is a receptionist at Adam’s products.

The groom is the son of Danny Carter of Seven Springs and Pam Sullivan of Mount Olive. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. John Carter of LaGrange and Tiffany Brown of Wallace.

A 2003 graduate of Spring Creek High School, he is employed at the Galaxy of Sports.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

The bride’s aunt, Connie Hill of Chesterfield, Va., served as matron of honor.

The groom’s father served as best man.

Following a wedding trip to Atlantic Beach, the couple live in Seven Springs.

Rebecca Anne Larsen of Nashville, Tenn., and Dr. Cory Duane Bean of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony at 3 p.m. July 8 at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Goldsboro, with the Rev. Gene Carpenter officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Ruth DeLeeuw Larson of Oxford, Miss., and William Donald Larson of Theodore, Ala., and the granddaughter of Mary DeLeeuw of West Milford, N.J.

She received her undergraduate degree at Vanderbilt University in Nashville and served for two years as a Peace Corps volunteer in Malawi, Africa.

She received her master’s degree from Florida International University in Miami, Fla., and is employed as a mathematics teacher. She will begin teaching at Eastern Wayne Middle School this fall.

The groom is the son of Constance Ann St. Aubin of Elizabeth City, N.C., and Wiley Chester Bean of Mobile, Ala.

He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham.

He completed his residency in pediatrics in Greenville, N.C.

He is a pediatrician at Goldsboro Pediatrics.

The bride was escorted by her father.

Her gown and veil were designed and sewn by her mother.

Constance Flood served the bride as maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Alicia Roberts and Erika Pollock.

Bailey Webb and Sarah Bean served as flower girls.

Ralph Harbison served the groom as best man.

Groomsmen were Dr. Shatlon Rettig and Dr. Siegfried Yeh.

Eric Larson served as usher.

Dr. David Tayloe Jr. served as crucifer.

Music for the ceremony was provided by organist Paul Cunningham. Other music included a clarinet solo by the groom’s sister, Kathryn Webb and a violin solo by the maid of honor.

Scripture readings were given by Lisa Vallely and Carla O’Donoghue.

A special prayer was written and delivered by Dr. Barron Patterson.

After the ceremony, guests enjoyed drinks and hors d’oeuvres at Walnut Creek Country Club.

Other wedding events included a rehearsal dinner of barbecue in the Parish Hall of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church; and a bridal shower given by the bridesmaids in Nashville.

For their wedding trip, the couple took an Alaskan cruise.

They live in Goldsboro.

Denise Ann Garcia of Goldsboro and Stephen Christopher Barnett of Raleigh exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony at 2:30 p.m. July 22 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, with Father Tom Norris and the Rev. Mike Windley officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Dr. Gilbert Joseph Garcia Jr. and Susana Mendoza Garcia of Goldsboro.

She is employed as a legal assistant for a real estate attorney at Barkley Law Offices, P.C.

The groom is the son of James Lewis and Regina Coleman Barnett of Waynesville.

He is employed as a sixth-grade math teacher and football coach with Wake County Public Schools.

The bride was escorted and given in marriage by her father.

Her dress was an ivory silk Shantung with a softly draping portrait neckline. The princess lines fell into shirred scallops overlaying an underskirt of ivory silk. The shirred scalloping continued around a long train.

The bride carried a clutch-style bouquet of Virginia roses, pink attache roses and yellow gold strike roses accented with garden greenery.

Mariana and Elisa Garcia served the bride as maids of honor.

Bridesmaids were Anjie McCumbee, Grayson Moser, Bobbie Newton, Jamie Pike and Lisa Rockwell.

Emily Hinton and Kimberly Christian were bridesmaids.

Dewayne Anthony Barnett, grandfather of the groom, served as best man.

Groomsmen were Jose Julio Guijarro Jr., Tim Lantz, Frank Sellers and Chris Steele.

Carole Sears directed the wedding.

Margaret Guijarro and Lauren Cassidy distributed programs.

Readers were Sarah Cassidy, Marisa Guijarro and Christine Guijarro.

Violinist Krista Cala provided music for the ceremony.

After a wedding trip to San Francisco, Calif., the couple live in Raleigh.

A rehearsal dinner was held at St. Mary’s Auditorium.

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Melissa Marie Kinney and Harry Michael Adkins exchanged vows July 15 at 6 p.m. at Lynnhaven Presbyterian Church, with Dr. J. Scottie Griffin and Barry Jenkins officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Steven J. Kinney of Virginia Beach and the granddaughter of Judson S. Kinney Jr. of Norfolk, Va., the late Margie Kinney, Pat Emundson of Pikeville and the late William Edmundson.

She is a graduate of Princess Anne High School and Old Dominion University with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and a master’s degree in elementary education. She is employed as a teacher with Norfolk Public Schools.

The groom is the son of Karen Adkins of Virginia Beach and Scott Adkins of Hampton, Va., and the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Tennien of Virginia Beach.

He graduated from Princess Anne High School and Old Dominion University, with a bachelor’s degree in business administration.

He is employed as a sales representative with Merck Pharmaceuticals.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

Alison McCrowell of Newport News, Va., served as her friend’s maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Laura Kinney of Virginia Beach, sister of the bride, and Dawn Buckley and Tracy Roeck of Virginia Beach, friends of the bride.

Tom Jongquist served as his friend’s best man.

Groomsmen were Kory Raker, Matt Kleber and Maison Roeck of Virginia Beach, friends of the groom.

Kaleah Kinney, niece of the bride, and Olivia Rock were flower girls.

Mary Williams, family friend, was mistress of ceremonies.

After a wedding trip to Jamaica, the couple reside in Virginia Beach.

Tammy Renee Blokland and Kenneth Jay Derksen of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 17 at 2 p.m. at First Assembly of God, with the Rev. Ralph Painter officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Rick and Linda Blokland of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Beatrice Joyner of Bossier City, La., the late Calvin Joyner and the late Fred and Marion Blokland Sr. of Holden, Mass.

She is a graduate of Eastern Wayne High School, Southeastern College of the Assemblies of God in Lakeland with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and East Carolina University with an English teacher certification. She is employed as an English teacher at Eastern Wayne High School.

The groom is the son of Charles and Jannette Derksen of Dayton, Ohio, and the grandson of the late John and Virginia Derksen of Dayton and the late Edward and Kunie Winhoven of Burkettsville, Ohio.

He graduated from Newton High School in Ohio and attended Morehead State University in Kentucky and Wright State University in Dayton for an electronic media/broadcasting major. He is employed as the public information officer for Wayne County Public Schools.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a white satin strapless, A-line gown, with a split front edged with lace, pearls, crystal beads and iridescent sequins. Matching pearls, crystal and sequin appliqués adorned the fitted bodice and were scattered throughout the gown. The top was edged with a band of pearls, beads and sequins. Pearls, beads and sequins accented the scalloped-lace bottom, which flowed into a chapel-length train.

Her two-tiered fingertip-length veil was edged with satin ribbon and flowed from a tiara of pearls and crystals.

The bride carried a round bouquet of white and purple roses tied with white organza ribbon accented with pearls.

Donna Sue Zubek of Spring Lake served as her friend’s matron of honor, while Janell Stowe of Goldsboro, sister of the bride, was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Valerie Blokland of Goldsboro, sister of the bride; and Jacqueline Lollar of Waipahue, Hawaii, and Sharon Painter of Warsaw, friends of the bride.

Anthony Blair of Springfield, Ohio, served as his friend’s best man.

Groomsmen were Tike Swank of Covington, Ohio, Ronald Weaver of Vandalia, Ohio, David Zamora of Columbus, Ohio, and Clay Enloe of Goldsboro, friends of the groom.

Ushers were Michael Derksen of Columbus, nephew of the groom; Craig Derksen of Columbus and Jeffrey Derksen of Bradford, Ohio, brothers of the groom; and Ron Derksen of Dayton, cousin of the groom.

Sarah Derksen of Columbus, niece of the groom, and DeAnna Stowe of Goldsboro, niece of the bride, were flower girls. Brianna Zubek of Spring Lake, goddaughter of the bride, was ringbearer.

Honorary flower girls were Samantha Derksen of Columbus, niece of the groom, and Lauren Zubek of Spring Lake, friend of the bride.

Tammy Kennedy of Warsaw, friend of the couple, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Jeanette Lamb of Ontario, Canada, and Karen O’Conner of Lansdale, Pa., aunts of the bride.

Sharon Derksen of Dayton, aunt of the groom, and Lanie Derksen and Alexis Derksen of Dayton, cousins of the groom, greeted guests and distributed programs.

Special helpers were Kathleen Joyner of Bossier City, cousin of the bride, and Steve Kennedy, Isaiah Kennedy, Jonathon Painter and Sandi Lugo, friends of the couple.

A program of wedding music was provided by Ken Eubanks, pianist and organist, and Audrey Jordan, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Butler Chapel. Nan Hatcher of Mount Olive, friend of the couple, served the wedding cake. Sandy Slusher and Helen Middleton of Goldsboro, friends of the couple, poured punch. Lindsey Clark, Jep Kirkland and Gail Witcher, friends of the couple, were coordinators and servers.

After a wedding trip to Orlando and Ft. Lauderdale, and a cruise to the Bahamas, the couple reside in LaGrange.

Events held before the wedding included a bridesmaids’ luncheon June 16 at Pizza Inn hosted by the bride and she prsented gifts to her attendants; a groomsmen’s luncheon June 16 at Chili’s and the groom presented gifs to his attendants; a lawn and garden shower May 27 at The Vineyard in Kinston hosted by Sharon and Jonathon Painter; a miscellaneous shower May 21 at the home of Valerie Blokland hosted by Ms. Blokland and Janell Stowe; a shower May 16 at Eastern Wayne High School hosted by Laura Peedin and Jane Johnson; a bridal shower May 16 hosted by Barb Goudy, Martha Langley, Kim Smith, Jan Metzler, Allyson Daly and Elizabeth Weathers; a miscellaneous shower May 15 at Wayne County Public Schools central office hosted by Olivia Pearce, Allison Pridgen, Donna Grady and Gene Jackson; and a lingerie shower April 14 hosted by the bridesmaids.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner June 16 at Butler Chapel Church fellowship hall.

BOONE — Jessica Lynn Newsome and Jason Christopher Hoyle of Valdese exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 15 at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church, with the Rev. Jeff Mathis officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Leonard Mark and Regina Hargrove Newsome of Pikeville and the granddaughter of William H. “John” and Alice Faye Hargrove of Mount Olive, Lou Newsome Sasser of Pikeville and the late Leonard M. Newsome.

She is a 2002 honor graduate of Charles B. Aycock High School and Appalachian State University with a bachelor’s degree in music therapy and a minor in psychology. She is employed as a music therapist with Valley Nursing Center.

The groom is the son of Carroll D. and Aleta Matthews Hoyle of Rutherford College and the grandson of Gerald P. and Dorothy Matthews of Rolesville and the late Florence Freeman and J.D. Hoyle of Hildebran.

He is a 1999 graduate of East Burke High School of Icard and Appalachian State University with a master’s degree in music education. He is employed as an assistant band director with Freedom High School in Morganton.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a formal one-piece, white strapless gown with an embroidered tulle overlay layered asymmetrically and fanning across the front of the skirt from the ruched side waist. A tulle overlay wrapped asymmetrically across the back zipper finished with a button and loop closure.

Her tiara of crystals and pearls was attached to an elbow-length veil.

The bride carried a meadow bouquet of peonies and pink calla lilies accented with pink bouvardia, Sweet William and green hypericum berries wrapped in a hosta leaf adorned with a white satin ribbon.

Aubrey Benfield of Boone served as matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Elyse Bonana of Raleigh, Jennifer Rhyne of Charlotte, Stacey Thompson of Greenville and Melody Wells of Pikeville.

Carroll D. Hoyle served as his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Seth Dunlap of Valle Crucis, Jeremy Lowder of Shelbyville, Ky., Jeremy Newsome, brother of the bride, and Brandon Rollyson of Rutherford College.

Ushers were Michael Callicutt of Bennett and Daniel Kern of Star.

Katlyn Nicole Hargrove of Mount Olive and Molly Elizabeth Best of Faison, cousins of the bride, were flower girls. William Scott Hargrove of Mount Olive, cousin of the bride, was ringbearer.

Dalton W. Mitchell of Princeton, cousin of the bride, was Bible bearer.

Linda N. Bradford and Lisa N. Mitchell of Princeton, aunts of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Jaime Lowder of Shelbyville.

Dr. Wayne Brown was Scripture reader.

A program of wedding music was provided by Elizabeth Hill, organist; brass quintet members Chris Serina of Boone and Charlie Thomas of Lake Norman, trumpeters; Kari King of Asheville, horn; Amy Thomas of Lake Norman, trombonist; Joseph Brown of Gastonia, brass trombonist; and Randall Outland of Boone, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at Broyhill Inn of Boone. A cream and sage green wedding cake with fresh flowers was served.

Out-of-town guests were from Connecticut, Pennsyl-vania, Virginia, Kentucky and South Carolina.

After a wedding trip to Negril, Jamaica, the couple reside in Valdese.

Events held before the wedding included a miscellaneous bridal shower June 28 at First Baptist Church of Boone hosted by church members; a miscellaneous shower June 3 at the home of David and Mary Hoyle of Hildebran hosted by the groom’s family; a miscellaneous shower May 20 at Faith Community Church of Valdese hosted by church members; a miscellaneous shower May 13 at Free Chapel Free Will Baptist Church hosted by the bride’s family; and a lingerie shower Oct. 29 at the home of Aubrey Benfield of Bone hosted by Ms. Benfield and Elyse Bonano.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at Chetola Manor House Restaurant of Blowing Rock.

Jessica Ray Edwards of Goldsboro and William Franklin Person Jr. exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 22 at 3 p.m. at United in Christ, with Pastor Ira Williford officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Deborah Edwards of Goldsboro and Kenneth Ray Edwards of Princeton and the granddaughter of William A. and Minnie Baker and the late William Frank Edwards of Goldsboro and Emily Edwards of Smithfield.

She is a 1998 graduate of Charles B. Aycock High School and attended Wayne Community College. She is employed as assistant director and lead teacher at Christian Care Academy.

The groom is the son of Frankie and Faye Person of Patetown and the granddaughter of the late Thelma Howell, Dewitt Howell, the late Pauline Person Walker and the late James Person of Patetown.

He graduated from Charles B. Aycock High School in 1995 and attended North Carolina State University. He is employed as a correctional officer at Maury Correctional Institution.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore an embroidered satin gown with beaded straps and a sweetheart neckline with embroidery that overlaid the Basque waistline and met the A-line skirt with a split-front overskirt. Matching embroidery and crystal beading was repeated on the chapel-length train.

She wore a two-tiered fingertip veil.

The bride carried a bouquet of white and pink-tipped roses with baby’s breath and ivy.

Jaime Jones served her sister as matron of honor, while Katie Edwards was her sister’s maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Heather Lancaster, friend of the bride; Lynn Sasser, sister of the groom; and Monica Sasser, niece of the groom.

Frankie Person served as his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were C.G. and Josh Kirby and Monty Meismer, friends of the groom, and Lance Sasser, nephew of the groom.

Honorary bridesmaids were Paula Davis and Peggy Person, sisters of the groom, and Amy Colvin, friend of the bride.

Hailey and Megan Turbeville and Emily Person, children of the couple, were flower girls. Benjamin Jones, nephew of the bride, was ringbearer.

Pam Gurley directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Peggy Person. Ashley Lucas, Autumn Lancaster, Nathan Colvin and Drew Colvin distributed programs.

Barbara White, Peggy Weaver and Joyce Braswell, aunts of the bride, were special helpers.

A program of wedding music was provided by Michelle Martin, vocalist, and Mike David and Louis Thompson.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church fellowship hall.

After a wedding trip to the coast, the couple reside in Patetown.

Events held before the wedding included a floating shower July 16 hosted by Minnie Baker, Jaime Jones and Katie Edwards; a pantry shower July 15 hosted by Paula and Belinda Davis; a lawn and garden shower July 8 hosted by Frankie, Faye and Peggy Person and Jeffrey, Lynn, Monica and Lance Sasser; and a floating shower June 25 hosted by United in Christ members.

The families held a rehearsal dinner July 21 in the church fellowship hall.

WARSAW — Melissa Rose Smith of Dudley and John Kevin Roberts exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 15 at 5 p.m. at the Country Squire, with Dr. Gordon Clarke officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Donnie Ray and JoAnn Rose Grant of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Jean Daughtry Rose, the late Jack Catledge Rose and Wilbur and Marjorie Grant of Goldsboro.

She is a graduate of Goldsboro High School and Johnston Community College with an associate degree. She is employed as a floral designer with Roses Florist.

The groom is the son of John Edward and Alice Hatch Roberts of Dudley and the grandson of Wilbert Ray and Stella Odom Hatch of Dudley, Isabelle Hudson Roberts of Mount Olive and the late John Ed Roberts.

He graduated from Southern Wayne High School and Wayne Community College with an associate degree. He is employed as a driver with UPS.

The bride was escorted by Catledge McKayla Smith and Sawyer Grant.

She carried a nosegay of orange roses and white and yellow daisies.

Catledge McKayla Smith and Sawyer Grant distributed programs.

Perrye Smith, Tripp Dale and Wesley Dean were special helpers.

A program of wedding music was provided by Stephen Webb, pianist, and Scott Smith, vocalist and guitarist.

Following the ceremony, a dinner reception was held at the Country Squire.

Events held before the wedding included a miscellaneous shower June 11 at Rhodes Friends fellowship hall hosted by the groom’s family.

Sara Lynn Hiatt and William Alexander Rouse III of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 29 at 2 p.m. at St. Michael’s Church, with Father Eugene Blazek officiating.

The bride is the daughter of David and Melanie Hiatt of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of the late Janet Rock of Plattsburgh, N.Y., Rolland Rock of Keeseville, N.Y., and James and Connie Hiatt of Deming, N.M.

She is a 2003 graduate of Eastern Wayne High School and attends East Carolina University for a degree in elementary education. She is a member of Kappa Delta Pi. She is employed as a supervisor with Toby’s Hallmark.

The groom is the son of Linda Turner of Beautancus and William Rouse Jr. of Davenport, Iowa, and the grandson of Winifred Snider and the late Ros Gaskins of Goldsboro, Melda Simpson of Middleburgh, Fla., and the late William Rouse Sr. of Jacksonville, Fla.

He graduated from Southern Wayne High School in 2001. He is employed as an autobody repairman with K and K Body Shop.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a formal beaded A-line strapless dress with a chapel-length train with beadwork.

Her three-tiered veil trimmed in white satin cord was attached to a beaded comb.

The bride carried a bouquet of yellow and lavender roses.

Jennifer Carcirieri served her friend as maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Anne Hiatt, sister of the bride; Brittney Morawski, friend of the bride; and Kylie Rock, cousin of the bride.

Shawn Tripp served as his friend’s best man.

Groomsmen were Clay Jenkins and Steven Roberts, friends of the groom; and Joshua Hiatt, brother of the bride.

Abigayle Dickson, niece of the groom, was flower girl. Gage Turner, brother of the groom, was ringbearer.

Jamie Clark, aunt of the bride, and Chelsea Clark, cousin of the bride, distributed programs.

Brett Clark, cousin of the bride, and Cathy Rock, aunt of the bride, were readers.

A program of wedding music was provided by Rebecca Tyndall, pianist, and Kenwyn Dapo, cousin of the bride, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Officers’ Club.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple will reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a honeymoon shower July 15 at the home of the bride’s friend hosted by the bride’s aunt, mother and friend; a shower June 10 at the home of the bride hosted by the maid of honor and sister of the bride; and a Hallmark shower May 21.

The groom’s mother held a rehearsal dinner July 27 at Logan’s Roadhouse.

EASTON, Md. — Erica Angela OQuinn and David Thompson of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 10 at 4 p.m. at the Maryland waterfront.

The bride is the daughter of Debrah Mariah Shingleton and the late Edgar OQuinn of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Penelope Geist and the late Marvin Fields of Goldsboro and Ellen OQuinn and the late Earl OQuinn of Seven Springs.

The groom is the son of De Hammontree of St. Michaels, Md., and Tony Thompson of Elfrida, Ariz., and the grandson of John and Mary Shaughnessy of Easton, Md., and the late Holgar and Alta Thompson of Sierra Vista, Ariz.

He has a Bachelor of Arts degree in business and a Master of Arts degree in instructional design. He is retired from the Air Force. He is employed with Andy’s Cheesesteaks and Cheeseburgers.

The bride was ecorted by Derwood OQuinn.

She wore an Hawaiian wedding dress.

Her hair was accented with an hibiscus flower.

Michelle Rodenburg was maid of honor. McKayla Raynor was the bridesmaid.

Chris Thompson was best man.

Michelle Rodenburg directed the wedding.

Mary Lapides and Mary Shaughnessy were special helpers.

Following the ceremony, an Hawaiian-style waterfront reception was held.

After a wedding trip to Negril, Jamaica, the couple reside in Goldsboro.

MOUNT OLIVE — Morgan Elizabeth Crowe and Patrick Forrest Abrams exchanged vows July 15 at 5 p.m. at Rodgers Chapel at Mount Olive College, with Pastor Ashley Summerlin officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Gayle Roberts Crowe and T.C. Crowe of Mount Olive and the granddaughter of Estene Miller Roberts and the late William R. Roberts of Calypso and the late John Robert and Helen Morgan Crow of Faison.

She is a 2000 graduate of North Duplin High School and a 2004 graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She was a member of Delta Zeta Sorority. She is employed as a first-grade teacher at North Duplin Elementary.

The groom is the son of Donald Ray “Buck” and Marie Kilpatrick Abrams of Mount Olive and the granddaughter of Maggie Hopkins Kilpatrick and the late Forrest Clifton Kilpatrick of Mount Olive and the late Moses and Fannie Margaret Abrams of Tarboro.

He graduated from Southern Wayne High School in 1996 and East Carolina University in 2001 with a major in economics and a minor in business. He is employed as a customer support and purchasing agent with AgProvision Inc. of Kenansville.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a candlelight dress of luster satin and Schiffli lace with crystal beading. The scalloped Basque waistline led to a castillion train covered with buttons and beading.

She carried a bouquet of white calla lilies and roses accented with blue ribbon.

Skip Tucker served his sister as man of honor.

Bridesmaids were Ashley Graham, Brooks Daly and Ashley Wiggins of Mount Olive, Olivia Lewis of Faison, Sabre Kilpatrick of Greenville and Maegan Parsons of Greensboro.

Buck Abrams served as his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Dallas Abrams of Garner, Mitchell Abrams and Dr. Jeremy Weeks of Mount Olive, Cliff Kilpatrick of Greenville, Collin Kilpatrick of Fayetteville, Cuyler Von Wald of Chapel Hill and Bryan Caton of Dudley.

Kim Cooper and Janet Byrd of Andrews, S.C., directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Jordan Precythe. Alex Precythe distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Gloria Morgan, pianist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Southern Wayne Country Club. Mr. and Mrs. Gray Morgan and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Morgan greeted guests. Kelly Wallace and Jennifer Dail, cousins of the bride, poured punch. Ellen and Bevin Dail, cousins of the bride, served the wedding cake.

After a wedding trip to Hilton Head, S.C., the couple resides in Mount Olive.

Events held before the wedding included a bridesmaids’ brunch July 15 at the home of Anne Taylor of Faison hosted by Mrs. Taylor, Olivia Lewis, Kathy Lewis and Anne Lewis; a floating shower June 25 at Mount Olive First Pentecostal Holiness Church hosted by Ruth Smith, Janet Byrd, Betty Gufford, Kelly Wallace, Tammy Hall, Angie Tucker, Donnie Byrd and Pinky Dixon; a bachelor weekend June 9 through 11 in Myrtle Beach, S.C., hosted by the groomsmen and friends of the groom; a bachelorette weekend June 9 through 11 in Myrtle Beach hosted by bridesmaids and friends of the bride; a wedding shower and party June 3 at Sleepy Creek; a dinner party June 2 at the Country Squire in Kenansville.

The groom’s parents held a luau rehearsal dinner and party at the home of Tom and Iris Kilpatrick.

Ashley Leigh Lane of Goldsboro and William Brad Busdieker exchanged vows in double-ring ceremony July 8 at 2 p.m. at The Lord’s Vineyard, with the Rev. David D. Hayes officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Rhonda Kay Wheeler of Goldsboro and Tony Lee Lane of Stantonsburg and the granddaughter of Peggy Wheeler, the late Bobby Wheeler Sr. and Ruth Grimes of Stantonsburg and Edward Lane of Wilson.

She is a 2003 graduate of Charles B. Aycock High School and attends Meredith College for a major in mathematics and a secondary education licensure.

The groom is the son of Gladys Ann Beck and the late William Peedee Busdieker of Goldsboro and the grandson of the late Namon and Viola Hare and the late George Jr. and Ellen Busdieker of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Charles B. Aycock High School in 1997. He is employed as a fence installer with Jeffery’s Fence Co.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a satin A-line halter gown with a semi-cathedral train adorned with Swarovski crystals.

Her tiara of Swarovski crystals and pearls was attached to an elbow-length veil.

The bride carried a hand clutch bouquet of white Gerber daisies.

Kensey Foushee of Sanford served as her friend’s maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Brittany Nance of Greensboro, Kelly Thompson of Knightdale and Kim Cole of Oxford, friends of the bride.

Bryan Wolfe of Pikeville was his friend’s best man.

Ushers were Robbie Goodman of Goldsboro; A.J. Lane of Goldsboro, brother of the bride; and Davey Weaver and Jeremy Weaver of Winston-Salem, nephews of the groom.

Groomsmen were Kevin Rhyne and Jeff Gurley of Pikeville and Todd Shirley of Kenly, friends of the groom.

Lori Goodman directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Kelly Rhyne.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church fellowship hall.

After a wedding trip to Charleston, S.C., the couple reside in Goldsboro.

A rehearsal dinner was held at the home of Kevin and Stephanie Rhyne.

Keren Naomi Stout and David Ray Gunter Jr. of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 10 at 6 p.m. at Grace Baptist Church, officiated by the Rev. Jim Frasher.

The bride is the daughter of Jeffrey Paul and Susan Ann Stout of Fremont and the granddaughter of Paul and Katsue H. Kovaly of Rancho Cordova, Calif., and Edith M. Stout and the late Henry W. Stout of Quakertown, Pa.

She is a 1998 graduate of Wayne Christian School and a 2004 graduate of Pensacola Christian College with degrees in commercial art and graphic design. She is employed as a junior high teacher at Wayne Christian School.

The groom is the son of David Ray Sr. and Bonnie Laseter Gunter of Mansfield, Ga., and the grandson of William W. and Judith M. Laseter of Mansfield and Jack B. and Margie N. Gunter of College Park, Ga.

He graduated from the Air Force Academy in 2002 with a degree in computer engineering. He is serving in the Air Force as a pilot.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a candlelight A-line skirt with a chiffon overlay and a beaded corset bodice.

Her headpiece was an ivory fingertip-length veil.

The bride carried a clutch bouquet of white hydrangeas, blue delphinium and bells of Ireland.

Cheryl Stout of Fremont served as her sister’s maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Hope Gunter and Faith Gunter of Mansfield, sisters of the groom, and Sara Gunter of Covington, Ga., sister-in-law of the groom.

Brunson Gunter of Covington was his brother’s best man.

Groomsmen were Sidney Woodruff of Boerne, Texas, and Joe Elam of Wichita Falls, Texas, friends of the groom, and Brad Hinnant of Goldsboro, friend of the couple.

Emily Moix of Wichita Falls, friend of the couple, was flower girl. Zachary Laseter of Atlanta, Ga., cousin of the groom, was ringbearer.

Amy Foote, friend of the bride, and Tracy Keen, friend of the couple, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Helen Laseter, cousin of the groom. Julianna Laseter and Catherine Laseter, cousins of the groom, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Melanie Bethel, friend of the couple, pianist, and Carlton and Tracy Keen, friends of the couple, vocalists.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the church fellowship hall.

After a wedding trip to Highlands, the couple reside in Pikeville.

Events held before the wedding included a Georgia reception in Mansfield hosted by Steve and Becky Byrum and Ty and Kelly Hensley; a pantry shower at Wayne Christian School hosted by seventh-graders; a bridal shower at Grace Baptist Church hosted by Melanie Bethel and Tracy Keen; a bridal shower in Covington hosted by Ann, Cathy and Jody Laseter; a couple’s shower at Wayne Christina School hosted by Machelle Kingsley and Irene Memmelaar; and a couple’s shower in Atlanta hosted by Irvin and Arlene Gunter.

The groom’s family held a rehearsal dinner at Waynesborough Park.

Tracy Carol Grimes of Mount Olive and Anthony Wayne Lane of Mount Olive exchanged vows in a private ceremony July 4 at noon at their home, officiated by Pastor Christian Powell.

The bride is the daughter of Jerry and Judy Grimes of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of the late William and Iona Blackman and the late Melvin and Veda Grimes of Coats.

She is a 1990 graduate of Southern Wayne High School and attended Wayne Community College. She is employed as an advertising sales representative with the Mount Olive Tribune.

The groom is the son of Annie R. Lane of Dudley and the late Anthony Ganes Lane and the grandson of the late William and Mable Smith of Pikeville and the late Jule and Edna Lane of Mount Olive.

He graduated from Southern Wayne High School in 1990 and James Sprunt Community College in 1991 with a certificate in electrical engineering. He is employed with Lane Vending Co.

The bride was given in marriage by her sons, Tommy and Drake Thompson.

Melynda Snead of Goldsboro served as her friend’s maid of honor.

Kaleb Lane served as his father’s best man.

A reception was held July 8 at the home of the couple in Mount Olive.

ROCKY MOUNT — Amanda Juliet Featherston of Rocky Mount and Michael James McKenna of Rocky Mount exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 22 at 3 p.m. at Englewood Baptist Church, with Pastor Michael Cloer and Pastor Bill Wilson officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Richard J. and Terry W. Featherston of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Lessie S. Warren and the late Avener S. Warren of Goldsboro and the late Larue S. Featherston and James M. Featherston of Raleigh.

She is a 1999 graduate of Eastern Wayne High School and a 2004 and 2005 graduate of East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science degree in rehabilitation studies and a Master of Arts degree in teaching. She is employed as a science teacher with Nash/Rocky Mount School at Red Oak Middle School.

The groom is the son of James M. and Shu Mei McKenna of Goldsboro and the grandson of Wang Chang Chiung Yun and Wang Yen Shan of Taiwan and Lois B. McKenna and the late James P. McKenna of Sylvania, Ohio.

He graduated from Eastern Wayne High School in 1997 and from East Carolina University in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering. He is employed as a math teacher with Nash/Rocky Mount Schools at Red Oak Middle School.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a formal white strapless satin A-line dress. The fitted bodice was trimmed in blue satin. The back of the bodice was laced with blue satin. The sweep train had a blue satin border.

Her two-tiered veil trimmed in blue satin was attached to a rhinestone crown. The bride carried a bouquet of pink Gerber daisies, tea roses, lily of the valley and ivy.

Rhea Featherston served her sister-in-law as matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Lynetti Pardo, Sylvia Hill and Candice Woolard, friends of the couple, and Jamie McKenna, sister of the groom.

James McKenna served his son as best man. Groomsmen were Richard Featherston Jr., brother of the bride, and Nicholas Davey, Ricky Martinsen and Skeet Woolard, friends of the couple.

Sierra Herring was flower girl.

Tibra Cloer directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Kimberly House. Renn Baker and Brenda Thibodeau distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Jimmy and Christi Finch, vocalists, and Alex Jackson, trumpeter.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at Benvenue Country Club of Rocky Mount.

After a wedding trip to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, the couple will reside in Rocky Mount.

Events held before the wedding included a girls’ night out July 14 at Mama Pizza of Rocky Mount hosted by Candice Woolard; a cookout July 8 at Englewood Baptist Church hosted by the couple’s Sunday school class; and a wedding shower June 3 at the home of the couple hosted by Stephanie Bossolona, Rhea Featherston and the Red Oak faculty.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner July 21 at Englewood Church.

Heather Elizabeth Jackson and Jason Edward Sasser exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 15 at 6 p.m. at Pine Forest United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Billy Olsen officiating.

The bride is the daughter of David and Jeannie Jackson of Rosewood and the granddaughter of Rock and Jean Lassiter of Princeton and Bill and Janie Jackson of Rosewood.

She is a 2002 graduate of Rosewood High School and attends Wayne Community College for an associate degree in early childhood. She is employed as a lead teacher at First Baptist Daycare.

The groom is the son of Eddie and Janet Sasser of Pikeville and the grandson of Gene and Jean Edgerton of Pikeville, the late Rudolph Sasser, Ruth Holmes of Dudley and the late Milford Holmes.

He graduated from Charles B. Aycock High School in 2001 and attends Wayne Community College for a degree in machining technology. He is employed as a tele-communicator with the OES department of the county of Wayne.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

Amber Sasser, sister of the groom, served as maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Melissa Howell and Jennifer Deans of Goldsboro and Amy Jo Barbee of Pikeville, friends of the couple.

Eddie Sasser served as his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Joshua Jackson of Goldsboro, brother of the bride; Brian Hester of Princeton, cousin of the bride; and Gary Lancaster of Pikeville, friend of the couple.

Madison Honn, cousin of the bride, was flower girl.

Joanne Honn and Joy Overman, aunts of the bride, coordinated and directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Lauren Taylor, cousin of the groom. Heather Woods, cousin of the groom, distributed programs.

Roger Rhodes, friend of the couple, was the acolyte.

A program of wedding music was provided by David Farmer, sound technician; Tara Boyette of Rosewood and Stephen Reaves of Goldsboro, vocalists; and Timmy Price of Rosewood, pianist.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at Lane Tree Golf Club. Jimmy and Stacee Lassiter, uncle and aunt of the bride, greeted guests. Haley Taylor and Tyler Woods, cousins of the groom, distributed bubbles.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple reside in Rosewood.

Events held before the wedding included a bachelor party July 14 hosted by family and friends; a lingerie shower July 12 hosted by the groom’s mother and sister; a miscellaneous shower July 9 hosted by the groom’s family and friends; a miscellaneous shower June 25 hosted by the bride’s mother’s Sunday school class; a tool time party June 24 hosted by the bride’s father, brother and uncles, Jed Honn and Chris Overman; and a Pampered Chef shower June 24 hosted by the bride’s mother and aunts, Joanne Honn, Joy Overman and Stacee Lassiter.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at Madison’s Steakhouse.

RALEIGH — Rebecca Lynn Bolding of Chapel Hill and John Stephenson Thomas exchanged vows July 1 at 5:30 p.m. at Saint Andrew Presbyterian Church.

The bride is the daughter of Teresa Finch Bolding and Dr. William Robert Bolding of Raleigh and the granddaughter of retired Maj. and Mrs. Robert Noel Bolding of Fremont and Mr. and Mrs. Alton Lawrence Finch of Pikeville.

She is a 2006 graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing. She is employed at Wake Medical Center.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John T. Thomas Jr. of Raleigh and the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. John T. Thomas Sr. of Franklin, Va., Mrs. Jesse Clyde Stephenson Jr. of Boykins, Va., and the late Mr. Stephenson.

He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2005 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in history and political science and attends Southeastern Seminary of Wake Forest. He was a member of Chi Psi Fraternity.

The bride was given in marriage by her father.

Jessica Lauren Bolding of Raleigh served as her sister’s maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Isabel Fe Finch of Chapel Hill, Teresa Maria Finch of New York, N.Y., and Laura Anne Garrett of Yorktown, Va., cousins of the bride; Amanda Jean Gilbert of Denver, N.C.; Susan Claire Gooding of Raleigh; and Anne Eleanor Thomas of Raleigh, sister of the groom.

John T. Thomas Jr. was his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Robert Lawrence Bolding of Raleigh, brother of the bride, William Griffin Duke of Greenville, Thomas Ryan Gallaher of Kinston, David Jonathan Graham of Bear, Del., Charles Stuart Halley of Raleigh and David William Murray of Hendersonville.

Landon Robert Bolding, son of the bride, was ringbearer.

Peggy Eldridge Swartzel and Emmy S. Woodall directed the wedding.

Leslie Elizabeth Mitchell of Charleston, S.C., distributed programs. Sarah Michelle Madding of Statesville was the Scripture reader.

Leslie Finch of Wilson, cousin of the bride, and Katherine Alipour of Raleigh greeted guests.

A program of wedding music was provided by Jessica Garrett, vocalist, and Sharon Lowman, organist.

Following the ceremony, a reception and dance were held at the Cardinal Club.

After a wedding trip to Kauai, Hawaii, the couple reside in Raleigh.

Events held before the wedding included a bridesmaids’ luncheon at Caffe’ Luna hosted by the bride’s mother; Leigh Garrett, aunt; and Susan Gooding, friend.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner June 30 at North Ridge Country Club.

Leah Alden Stewart and Paul Stewart Brogden exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 15 at 7 p.m. at the home of Todd Moore and Billie Jo McCullen, officiated by the Rev. Rick Mondell.

The bride is the daughter of Frances Tyndall Stewart and the late James Alton Stewart of Goldsboro and the grandson of the late Edward Bernard and Ernestine Bissette Tyndall and the late Harold Luther and Jane Underwood Stewart of Goldsboro.

She is a graduate of Eastern Wayne High School and attended Wayne Community College. She is employed as a preschool teacher at Summit Christian Academy and Child Care.

The groom is the son of Elnora Barwick Brogden and the late Gene Vermont Brogden of Goldsboro and the grandson of the late Major and Mary Lou Barwick and the late Paul Jones and Nettie Vermont Brogden of Mount Olive.

He graduated from Goldsboro High School and attended Wayne Community College. He is owner of Paul Brogden Paint Co.

The bride was escorted by the groom’s son, Beaux Brogden, and given in marriage by her mother and family.

She wore a white chiffon gown with an empire waist, a fitted bodice, a heart-shaped neckline and a semi-cathedral train with an open back.

Melinda Key of Tampa, Fla., served her sister as matron of honor, while Robin Stilwell of Goldsboro was her friend’s maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Josephine Le, Billie Jo McCullen, Charlotte Hallow, Amanda Hinnant and Megan Rose of Goldsboro, friends of the couple.

Beaux Brogden served as his father’s best man.

Groomsmen were Eddie Brogden and Glen Brogden, brothers of the groom; Todd Moore, Alan Mathis and Jeff Prince of Goldsboro, friends of the couple; and James Britt of Raleigh, brother of the bride.

Haley Burdeski of Goldsboro, great-niece of the groom, was flower girl. Devon James of Goldsboro, great-nephew of the groom, was ringbearer.

Donna Underwood of Goldsboro, friend of the couple, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was April James of Goldsboro, niece of the groom. Barbara Reese of Goldsboro, sister of the groom, distributed programs.

Special helpers were Ray Bryan, Steve Velker, Andrea Heekin, Michelle Verhagae, James Britt and Pam Lowery.

A program of wedding music was provided by Barry Langston of Wilmington, pianist, and Shawnette Baity of Wilmington and Pam Lowery of Goldsboro, vocalists.

Following the ceremony, friends of the couple held an outdoor reception at the home of Todd Moore and Billie Jo McCullen.

After a wedding trip to Sunset Beach, the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a host/hostess appreciation dinner at the home of the couple; a bridesmaids’ champagne brunch at the home of Josephine Le of Walnut Creek, an around-the-clock shower and engagement dinner at the home of Bob and Amanda Hinnant of Goldsboro hosted by the Hinnants, Jeff Prince, Robin Stilwell and Josephine Le.

FAYETTEVILLE — Crystal Lynn Boucher and Matthew Zebadiah Callahan of Fayetteville exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 23 at 5 p.m. at Cross Creek Fountain, officiated by Pete Davis.

The bride is the daughter of Dixie Smith Boucher and Robert James Boucher of Fayetteville and the granddaughter of Betty Markwell of Jensen Beach, Fla., Leo Smith of Pamplico, S.C., and the late Leopold “Leo” and Lottchen Probst Boucher of Fayetteville.

She is a 2001 graduate of Southview High School and a 2005 graduate of Fayetteville State University with a bachelor degree in elementary education. She is employed as a fourth-grade teacher at Mary McArthur Elementary School.

The groom is the son of Deborah Hodnett Callahan of Fayetteville and Dennis Vaughn Callahan and the grandson of Myrtle Hodnett and Donald and Ava Callahan of Goldsboro and Carl Hodnett of Dudley.

He graduated from Douglas Byrd High School in 1997. He is employed in sales at Pepsi Bottling Ventures.

The bride was escorted and given in marriage by her father.

She wore a floral embroidered and beaded white satin strapless gown with an alter train.

She carried a cascading bouquet of white cattelya and dendrobium orchids.

Bobbi Kaye Boucher served as her sister’s maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Dana Laster and Martha Lee Phelps.

Daniel Callahan served as his brother’s best man.

Groomsmen were Eric Peele and Cody Carpenter.

Tianaya Locklear, niece of the bride, was flower girl. Shane Locklear, nephew of the bride, was ringbearer.

Flor Adams was a special helper.

A program of wedding music was provided by Kevin Brown.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Peadens Banquet Hall of Fayetteville. A five-tiered wedding cake topped with cascading blue and white flowers and bows was served.

After a wedding trip to Playa Azul, Costa Rica, the couple reside in Fayetteville.

Events held before the wedding included a shower at Sammio’s Restaurant of Hope Mills hosted by Dana Laster, friend of the bride, and a shower at Mary McArthur Elementary School hosted by the hospitality committee.

KINSTON — Sharon Faye Rouse and the Rev. Harold Powell Dew Jr. of Fremont exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony May 14 at 4 p.m. at Tanglewood Church of God, with the Rev. Timothy Lanier officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Kenneth Raymond and Brenda Faye Rouse of Grifton and the granddaughter of the late William Randolph and Mabel Grace Seymour of Kinston and Louise Johnson Rouse and the late Bishop Durwood Rouse of Grifton.

She is a1984 graduate of Kinston High School and a 1989 graduate of East Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration. She is employed as a financial assistant with A.G. Edwards and Sons Inc.

The groom is the son of Harold Powell Sr. and Bettie Chloe Dew of Raleigh and the grandson of Annie B. Payne of Raleigh, the late Ira D. Payne of North Wilkesboro and Betty Dew and the late Harry C. Dew of Raeford.

He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1984 with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration and Campbell University Divinity School in 2004 with a Master of Divinity degree.

He is employed as pastor of Fremont Missionary Baptist Church.

The bride was escorted by her father.

She wore an A-line gown of white bridal satin. The bodice and train were adorned with flower appliqués accented with pearls and beading. She carried a bouquet of silk roses and daisies.

Kaitlyn Elizabeth Hooks served as her mother’s maid of honor. Amber Nicole Dew, daughter of the groom, was the bridesmaid.

Harold Powell Dew Sr. served as best man.

Ushers were Michael Raymond Rouse, brother of the bride, and Josh Street.

Linda Jarrell directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Rachel Delaney. Jordan Lopez distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Phil Huffman, pianist, and Julie Hunsinger, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church family life center.

After a wedding trip to London and Scotland, the couple will reside in Fremont.

A rehearsal dinner was also held at the church.

Kristin Victoria Waters and Anthony Thamniyom Ravine exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony May 13 at 7 p.m. at the home of the couple, with Magistrate William B. Buchanan Jr. officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Pamela Waters and Gregory Waters of Goldsboro, and the granddaughter of Juanita Tew Shivar of Goldsboro, the late Damon Shivar and the late Frank D. Waters and Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Moen of Cedar Grove, Wisc.

The groom is the son of Sunee Herring of Charlotte and Mr. and Mrs. Joey Herring of Kinston, and the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Norwood Herring of Kinston.

The bride was escorted by her mother and son, Dylan Ravine, and presented in marriage by her family.

She wore a formal gown of diamond white stretch satin. The strapless neckline was decorated with embroidery and Swarovski crystals. The fitted gown featured gathers that fell around the hip and flowed into a chapel-length train.

In her hair, the bride wore a barette encrusted with saltwater pearls and crystals.

Jennifer Waters of Goldsboro served her sister as maid of honor. Gina Herring White of Charlotte, the sister of the groom, served as matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Ashley Wiggins of Goldsboro and Alex Herring of Kinston.

Tim Modica of LaGrange served as best man.

Groomsmen were Beau White of Charlotte, Ryan Waters of Goldsboro and Joey Herring of Kinston, father of the groom.

Megan Herring of Kinston, cousin of the groom, was the flower girl. Sebastian White of Charlotte, nephew of the groom, served as ringbearer.

A program of wedding music was provided by Mr. and Mrs. Steven Powers.

After a wedding trip to Atlantic Beach, the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Dawn Herring Kelly and Mahlon Troy Skelton exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 24 at 1 p.m. at the home of the bride, officiated by Pastor Don Sauls.

The bride is the daughter of Jim and Kitty Herring of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of the late Alma G. Ranone and Nicholas R. Ranone of Panama City, Fla., the late Brownie L. Morris of New Bern, Edward Ray Herring of Goldsboro and the late Louis Michael Trotto.

She is a 1988 graduate of Goldsboro High School and a 1992 graduate of North Carolina State University. She is employed as a financial counselor with K.S. Bank.

The groom is the son of Shelby and Janet Skelton of Goldsboro and the grandson of the late Irene Smith, the late Mahlon Smith and the late James and Rebecca Skelton.

He graduated from Goldsboro High School in 1986 and attended Wayne Community College. He is employed as a production specialist with Firestone of Wilson.

The bride was escorted and given in marriage by her sons, Ryan and Justin Kelly.

She wore an ivory A-line formal gown. The bodice was embellished with pearls and bugle beads.

Her headpiece was ivory satin roses and pearl sprays attached to a comb.

The bride carried a bouquet of ivory silk roses, greenery and sprays of pearls.

Angela H. Fugaro and Nicole J. Jackson served their sister as matrons of honor.

Shelby Skelton served his son as best man.

Suzanne Powell and Ann McKinzie, friends of the bride, and Judy Herring, aunt of the bride, were special helpers.

A program of wedding music was provided by Dolan and Kristen Williams, vocalists.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the home of the bride.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a miscellaneous shower June 11 at the home of Judy Jackson hosted by Ms. Jackson and a surprise lingerie shower May 30 hosted by co-workers of the bride.

A pig picking rehearsal dinner was held June 23 at the home of the bride.

RALEIGH — Caroline Elizabeth Green of Raleigh and James H. Sutton III of Raleigh exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 15 at noon at St. Mark’s Chapel, officiated by the Rev. Dennis Adams.

The bride is the daughter of John and Marsha Green of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Iris Thorne, Wallace Thorne and the late Howard and Sue Green of Goldsboro.

She is a 2001 graduate of Rosewood High School and a 2005 graduate of North Carolina State with a degree in English education. She is employed as an English teacher at Cary High School.

The groom is the son of James H. Jr. and Patrizia Sutton of Goldsboro and the grandson of Henry and Maria Bates of Minneapolis, Minn., and James Sr. and Barbara Sutton of Silver Springs, Md.

The groom graduated from Rosewood High School in 2000 and East Carolina University in 2006. He is employed as a mechanical designer with Morris and Associates.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore an ivory gown of silk tricotine with an empire waist and a shirred bodice with an overlap detail at the front and back.

She carried a clutch bouquet of white roses with white hydrangea.

Donnaire Mills served her friend as maid of honor.

Tri Myers served his friend as best man.

Jonathan Green, brother of the bride, was the usher.

Lee Adams directed the wedding.

A program of wedding music was provided by Brad Collier, organist.

Following the ceremony, a luncheon reception was held at Irregardless Cafe of Raleigh.

The couple reside in Raleigh.

Events held before the wedding included a shower May 7 hosted by women of Pine Forest Church.

Kimberly Campbell McKinnell and Francisco Javier Villajuana Jr. of Dallas, Texas, exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 24 at noon at Faith Alliance Church, with Michael Moss officiating.

The bride is the daughter of retired Lt. Col. Kent Bollman and Deborah Elizabeth McKinnell of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Ira and Mildred Crytzer of Williamsburg, Va., Bettina Wetzel of Boynton Beach, Fla., and the late William McKinnell of Catonsville, Md.

She is a 1999 graduate of Eastern Wayne High School and a 2006 graduate of Campbell University School of Pharmacy with a doctor of pharmacy degree. She is serving in the Air Force as a pharmacist.

The groom is the son of Gloria DeLeon of Irving, Texas, and Francisco Javier Villajuana Sr. of Dallas and the grandson of Rosa Saucedo and the late Panfilo Saucedo of Dallas.

He graduated from Adamson High School in Dallas in 1998 and Southwestern Assemblies of God University of Waxahachie, Texas, in 2002 with a bachelor degree in psychology. He attends Liberty University for a master of professional counseling degree. He is serving in the Air Force in the 4th Comptroller Squadron.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

Kathryn McKinnell of Greenville, sister, and April Johnson of Salisbury, friend of the bride, served as maids of honor. Bridesmaids were Lindsey Johnson of Lynchburg, Va., and Eunice Ruiz of Franklin, Tenn., friends of the bride.

Rocky Villajuana of Dallas was his brother’s best man.

Groomsmen were Justin Balch, Brad Martin and Kyley Bolles of Goldsboro, friends of the groom.

Alyssa Villajuana, niece of the groom, was flower girl. Frankie Villajuana, nephew of the groom, was ringbearer.

Allyson Kearns directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Erica Johnson. Allyson and Jeff Kearns distributed programs.

Lindsay Awad was a special helper.

A program of wedding music was provided by Lauren Delgadillo, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Community Center.

After a wedding trip to Boston, Mass., the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal shower June 23 at the home of the bride hosted by Kathryn McKinnell and April Johnson and a bridal shower June 15 at the home of Debbie Moss hosted by Ms. Moss and Allyson Kearns.

A cookout rehearsal dinner was held at the home of Mike and Debby Moss.

Sharon Darrell Gillette Sutton of LaGrange and the Rev. Harold O’Keef Warren exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony May 13 at 5 p.m. at Bear Creek Missionary Baptist Church Association Headquarters Building, with the Rev. Michael A. Johnson officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Milton Gillette Sr. and the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Parks of Bronx, N.Y.

She is a 1981 graduate of North Lenoir High School and a graduate of Pitt Community College with an associate degree in medical assisting. She is employed as a patient care coordinator for the department of surgical oncology at East Carolina University School of Medicine.

The groom is the son of Minnie Lewis Bell and the late Johnnie Lee Warren of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Eastern Wayne High School in 1977 and the University of North Carolina in 1981 with a degree in business administration.

He is employed as a records specialist in the basic skills department at Wayne Community College and as pastor of Liberty Grove Missionary Baptist Church of LaGrange.

The bride was escorted by her father and son and given in marriage by her parents and children, Calvin Earl Sutton and Asha LaTrece Sutton of LaGrange.

She wore a formal gown of white Italian satin and Alencon lace with a portrait neckline and short sleeves embellished with pearls and lace. Beaded lace enhanced the Basque bodice and pearl and lace appliqués adorned the full skirt. The back bodice was interwoven with beaded lace and satin rosettes with streamers. Cascading pearl and lace motifs defined the cathedral train.

A long veil was attached to a hairpiece adorned with satin rosettes and babies’ breath.

Phillis Swinson of LaGrange served as his sister’s matron of honor while Asha LaTrece Sutton of LaGrange was as her mother’s maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Carol Evette Modlin of Greenville, Collette Albritton Parker of Zebulon, Valorie Greenfield Kornegay of Goldsboro, sister of the groom, the Rev. Robin Aultman Clinton of Goldsboro, and Sarah Elizabeth Dawson of Snow Hill, sister of the bride.

The Rev. Charles Howard of Goldsboro served as his cousin’s best man.

Calvin Earl Sutton of LaGrange, son of the bride, was head groomsman. Groomsmen were Bishop Melvin Walker of New Bern, Donovan Parker of Zebulon, Derrick Simmons of LaGrange, Robert Lee Kornegay Jr. of Goldsboro, brother-in-law of the groom, and Billy Simmons of Goldsboro.

Ushers were Clifton Joyner, Roderick Gillette and Greg Gillette of LaGrange; Richard Gillette Jr. of Virginia, brother of the bride; Clifton Battle of Goldsboro; and Stephen Carraway III of Kinston.

Soweto Sutton of Kinston, niece of the bride, and Marisha Joneice Greenfield of Goldsboro, niece of the groom, were flower girls. Armarti Ty’Quan Bates of LaGrange was ringbearer.

Hostesses were Barbara Dillahunt, Clara Aytch and Brenda Dove of Kinston; Stacey Johnson, Angela Jones, Annie Croom, Shlisa Waters, Shari Hart, Clara Suggs, Jean Waters and Nikiala Simmons of LaGrange; Linda Rouse, Keecia Rouse and Tina Jones of Goldsboro; and Doris Gardener of Raleigh.

Linda Branch of Kinston directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Janice Best of Goldsboro, cousin of the groom.

Teresa Joyner was poem reader.

A program of wedding music was provided by Dr. Benjamin Johnson and Minister Tracey Lewis of Goldsboro,musicians; and the Rev. Charles Franklin of Goldsboro and Michelle Hobbs of Goldsboro, vocalists.

Following the ceremony, Liberty Grove Missionary Baptist Church family held a reception at Bear Creek fellowship hall. Helen Harris of Goldsboro was the director.

After a wedding trip to Ocho Rios, Jamaica, the couple reside in Kinston.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal shower May 6 at the home of Dr. Rosa E. Cuenca in Greenville hosted by Dr. Cuenca; a surprise dinner May 5 at Applebee’s hosted by ladies of Liberty Grove Church of LaGrange; a miscellaneous shower April 28 at the Leo Jenkins Cancer Center hosted by Karen Clark, co-worker; a lingerie shower March 18 at the home of Barbara Dillahunt in Kinston hosted by Mrs. Dillahunt, Verna Ruffin and Alicia Williams; a lunch March 4 at Ryan’s; and a wedding party breakfast Jan. 7 at Ryan’s.

The Rev. and Mrs. Joe A. Jackson of Goldsboro held a rehearsal dinner May 12 at Best Grove Missionary Baptist Church.

SEYMOUR JOHNSON AIR FORCE BASE — Laura Renee Albaugh and Darren Ray Weaver of Eight Mile, Ala., exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 10 at 5:30 p.m. at the Log Cabin, officiated by Donald Coles Jr.

The bride is the daughter of John Harry and Barbara Jo Albaugh of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Edna Frankhauser and the late Harold Frankhauser of Bergholz, Ohio, the late Charlotte Albaugh and Blaine Albaugh of Amsterdam, Ohio, and the late Lester McAbier.

She is a 2003 graduate of Eastern Wayne High School and attends East Carolina University majoring in elementary education with a concentration in child development and family relations. She is employed as a recreational assistant at BellaMorphosis Women’s Health Club.

The groom is the son of Wanda Weaver of Selma, Ala., and Darrell Weaver of Eight Mile and the grandson of Helen Knight and the late George Knight of Forest, Miss., and Claude and Addie Weaver of Eight Mile.

He graduated from Mary G. Montgomery High School in Alabama in 2004. He is serving in the Marine Corps as a small craft mechanic.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore her mother’s wedding gown of white organza with an empire bodice and cap sleeves. It had an A-line skirt with a detachable chapel-length grain. Venice lace accented the bodice with a ruffle of flounce at the hemline.

Her matching Camelot cap with daisies and seed pearls was attached to a double-tiered veil of French silk illusion trimmed with matching lace.

The bride carried a round bouquet of white daisies and white roses adorned with a family-inscribed handkerchief.

Shawna Morton served her friend as maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Beth McAbier, cousin of the bride; Renee Dickinson, sister of the groom; and Kelli Lambert, friend of the bride.

Darrell Weaver served as his son’s best man.

Ushers were Jonathan Albaugh and Trevor Albaugh, brothers of the bride, and Simon Dron and Jarrad Dron, friends of the groom.

Groomsmen were Gerald Weaver, uncle of the groom; Brandean Sager, friend of the groom; and Chad Weaver, brother of the groom.

Vanessa Albaugh, niece of the bride, and Kayla Wooten, Megan Weaver and Jade Weaver, nieces of the groom, were flower girls. Lane Wooten, nephew of the groom, was ringbearer.

Alice Farmer, friend of the couple, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Natalie Albaugh, sister-in-law of the bride, and Amy Dupree, fiancé of the bride’s brother. Christina Ragan, friend of the bride, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Amanda Hill, cousin of the groom, vocalist; and Kenny Stern, sound technician.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Seymour Johnson AFB Officers’ Club.

After a wedding trip to Surf City, the bride resides in Goldsboro and the groom resides at Camp Pendelton, Calif.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal shower May 28 at the home of Beverly McAbier, aunt of the bride hosted by Edna Frankhauser, grandmother of the bride, and Ms. McAbier; a bridal shower May 6 at the home of Corine Haynes hosted by Mrs. Haynes and June Joyner; a bridal shower April 22 at the home of the bride hosted by the bride’s mother, Shawna Morton and Amy Dupree; and a bridal shower April 8 at the home of the bride hosted by Josie Gurganus and Missy McGoldrick, friends of the bride.

A rehearsal dinner was held at the home of the bride’s parents.

RALEIGH — Kay Kristine Fornecker and Kenneth Christopher Wigington exchanged vows May 27 at 3 p.m. at Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, with Father William E. McConville officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Fornecker of Kings Mountain and the granddaughter of Ollie Fornecker and the late Irving Fornecker of Pikeville and the late Harold McDowell and Aleen Kontz (formerly of Elkton, S.D.

She is a graduate of North Carolina State University with a bachelor of arts degree in arts applications. She is employed as a mortgage production assistant at SunTrust Mortgage.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Carlisle Wigington of Fuquay-Varina and the grandson of the late Leonard and Grace Pence and the late George and Dorothy Wigington (formerly of Akron, Ohio).

He graduated from Malone College of Ohio with a bachelor of arts degree in communications. He is employed as district manager of ADP Payroll Services.

Courtney Swope of Raleigh served her friend as matron of honor.

Bridesmaids were Mischia Taylor of Shelby, Katie Page of Raleigh, Amie Petrik of Akron, Elicia Frye of Kings Mountain and Andrea Barrows of Boston, Mass.

Mark Petrik of Akron served as his friend’s best man.

Groomsmen were Benjamin Fornecker of Fuquay-Varina and Joseph Fornecker of Kings Mountain, brothers of the bride, and Brent Snyder, Maciek Gracz and William Young of Raleigh.

Mitch Fornecker of Goldsboro, cousin of the bride, was the cross bearer.

The bride was escorted by her father.

She wore a one-piece gown of ivory taffeta with a strapless bodice and a drop waist embellished with beadwork and silver threading. The A-line gown cascaded into a chapel-length train. Gathers throughout the skirt were embellished with appliqués of beadwork and silver threading.

Her fingertip-length ivory veil had a finished edge and was attached to a tiara.

The bride carried a bouquet of cream peonies tipped with pink and tied with ivory ribbon.

Kelli Daberkow of Lakefield, Minn., cousin of the bride; Patrick Misko of Raleigh, friend of the couple; and Samuel Fornecker of Goldsboro, cousin of the bride; were readers.

Jeanie Fornecker of Goldsboro, aunt of the bride, coordinated the wedding.

Erica Wigington, sister of the groom, was the guest attendant.

Amy Misko and Jamilah McClain of Raleigh, friends of the bride, were gift attendants.

A program of wedding music was provided by Melanie Young, harpist; J. Eugene Pipas, pianist and organist; and Deb Mizerk, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at the North Carolina Museum of Art. A cream-colored wedding cake with pink flowers was served.

After a wedding trip to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, the couple reside in Durham.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at William B. Umstead State Park.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal shower hosted by the bride’s mother; an engagement shower hosted by Courtney Swope, Jamilah McClain and Katie Page; a bachelorette party and shower hosted by Courtney Swope and Amy Miski; and a bachelor part hosted by Brent Snyder.

GREENVILLE — Laticia Diane Wynne and Richard Braxton Carraway III exchanged wedding vows in a double-ring ceremony April 15 at 5 p.m. at Yankee Hall Plantation, with the Rev. Andrew Moon officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Catherine Wynne and the late William Ralph Wynne Jr. of Stokes and the granddaughter of Lucy Lilley of Washington and W.R. Sr. and Elsie Wynne of Stokes.

The groom is the son of Ricky and Glenda Faye Carraway of LaGrange and the grandson of Emily Waters and the late William Waters of LaGrange and the late Nellie Carraway-Boyette and the late Guss Carraway of Goldsboro.

After a wedding trip to the Outer Banks, the couple reside in Greenville.

SNOW HILL — Jennifer Michelle Tyndall of Snow Hill and Brian Christopher Carroll exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 23 at 4:30 p.m. at the Greene County Courthouse, officiated by Magistrate Trey Pittman.

The bride is the daughter of Tammy Warters of LaGrange and Mitch Tyndall of Snow Hill, the stepdaughter of Judy Tyndall and Dean Warters and the granddaughter of William and Carolyn Dail of Goldsboro and Geraldine Tyndall and the late Norman Tyndall of Snow Hill.

She is a 2002 graduate of Greene Central High School and attends Wayne Community College. She is employed as a secretary with Gary’s Custom Carpentry.

The groom is the son of Carolyn Faye Carroll of Snow Hill and the grandson of Janie Kearney and the late Pete Kearney of Snow Hill.

He graduated from Greene Central High School in 1988. He is employed as a correctional office with Wayne Correctional.

The bride was given in marriage by her father.

Amanda Rusk, daughter of the groom, served as maid of honor.

Alex Carroll served as his father’s best man.

The couple reside in Snow Hill.

DUDLEY — Dorian Marie Graves of Wilmington and John Matthew Creech of Wilmington exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 8 at 3 p.m. at Dudley Christian Church, with Douglas Dexter officiating.

The bride is the daughter of David Alan and Dale Parnell Graves of Dudley and the granddaughter of Walter and Janie Parnell of Kenly and James and Doris Kasper of Mount Olive.

She is a 2001 graduate of Southern Wayne High School and a 2004 graduate of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with a degree in elementary education. She is a member of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority. She is employed as a kindergarten teacher at New Hanover County Schools.

The groom is the son of John Woody and Beth Brady Creech of Pikeville and the grandson of John and Peg Brady and Earl and Ellen Mitchell of Goldsboro.

He graduated from Charles B. Aycock High School in 2002 and attends Cape Fear Community College. He is employed with Food Lion of Wilmington.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a haltered diamond white formal gown with a satin bodice embroidered with pearls and sequins with a tulle Cinderella skirt.

Her waist-length veil was adorned with pearls and attached to a pearl and sequin headpiece.

The bride carried a spring assortment bouquet.

Nina Voltaire of Wilmington served as maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Stephanie Hobbs, Stacey Hood and Jennifer Sawyer of Wilmington and Lindsey Holloman and Holly Strickland of Mount Olive, friends of the bride.

John Woody Creech served as his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Eric Brady of Wilmington and Corey Creech of Pikeville, brothers of the groom; Justin Brady of Goldsboro, cousin of the groom; Devin Graves of Fayetteville, brother of the bride; Robert Mabe of Wilmington, friend of the couple; and Lawrence Williams of Wilmington, friend of the groom.

Jenna Parnell and Julie Parnell of Smithfield, cousins of the bride, were junior bridesmaids.

Jordan Parnell of Smithfield, cousin of the bride, was flower girl. Walter B. Fletcher of Wilmington was ringbearer.

Joleigh Parnell directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Kylee Batchelor. Lynn and Seth Brady distributed programs.

Shirley Huff, aunt of the bride, was a special helper.

A program of wedding music was provided by Brenda Dexter, pianist, and Jimmy Martin and Julie Parnell, vocalists.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Southern Wayne Country Club.

After a wedding trip to Disney World, Fla., the couple reside in Wilmington.

Events held before the wedding included a bridesmaids’ luncheon in June hosted by the bride; a lingerie shower in June hosted by Jennifer Sawyer; a bachelorette weekend in June hosted by Ashley Turner, Amber Kirby and the bridesmaids; a groom’s shower in June hosted by the groom’s mother; a miscellaneous shower in May hosted by Joleigh, Jenna, Julie and Jordan Parnell and Shirley Huff; a monogram shower in April hosted by Barbara and Lindsey Holloman; and an engagement party in February hosted by Stacey Hood.

A rehearsal dinner was held at Dudley Christian Church.

Katie Rose Evans and Carlos Mark Lilly exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 8 at 2 p.m. at Faith Free Will Baptist Church, officiated by the Rev. Dann Patrick and the Rev. Rex Evans, father of the bride.

The bride is the daughter of the Rev. Rex Evans and the late Angie Evans of Princeton and the granddaughter of Rachel Penny of Princeton and Cecil Rose, the late Ollie Evans and Herbert Evans of Rosewood.

She is 2004 homeschool graduate.

The groom is the son of Mark and Nancy Lilly of Goldsboro, the grandson of Frank and Phyllis Facello and the late Carlos and Emma Lilly of Beckley, W.Va., and the great-grandson of Hallie Painter of Beckley.

He graduated from Faith Christian Academy in 1999. He is employed as a police officer with Goldsboro Police Department.

The bride was escorted and given in marriage by her father.

She wore a white silk and satin gown. The bodice was beaded with bugle beads and seed pearls with a satin overlapping band along the neckline. The full skirt had pleats in the back and a rounded waistline. A hand-beaded band of bugle beads and pearls decorated the hemline.

Her single-tiered veil of silk illusion adorned with rhinestones was attached to a double-arch tiara of rhinestones.

The bride carried a bouquet of calla lilies.

Laura Marshall of Rosewood served her friend as maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Shanna Miller of Pikeville, sister of the groom, and Paige Hayden of Romeo, Mich., and Angie Meadows of Roseville, Mich., friends of the bride.

Mark Lilly served as his son’s best man.

Ushers were Josh Evans of Asheboro, Kelvin Norris and Ben Thomas of Princeton and Bryant Rouse of LaGrange, cousins of the bride.

Groomsmen were Chris Evans of Princeton, brother of the bride; Matthew Miller of Pikeville, brother-in-law of the groom; and Mike Kabler of Goldsboro, friend of the groom.

Bethany and Holly Evans of Princeton, sisters of the bride, were junior bridesmaids.

Lilly Miller of Pikeville, niece of the groom, and Jessica Booth of Roseville, friend of the bride, were flower girls. Luke Miller of Pikeville, nephew of the groom, and Wyatt Billings of Sterling Heights, Mich., friend of the bride, were ringbearers.

Sue Floars, friend of the couple, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Stephanie Smith, friend of the couple.

Brianna and Evan White of Osprey, Fla., cousins of the groom, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Jan Haas and Melissa Moran, pianists, and Kevin Denton of Goldsboro, Gordon Rohroff of Capac, Mich., Wendy Billings of Sterling Heights and Keri Booth of Roseville, vocalists.

Following the ceremony, ladies of Faith Church held a reception.

After a wedding trip, the couple will reside in Princeton.

Events held before the wedding included a household shower hosted by ladies of Faith Free Will Baptist Church; a household shower in Romeo hosted by Faith Free Will Baptist Church; a lingerie shower hosted by Shanna Miller, Laura Marshall and Kristie Mason; a household shower at the home of Rachel Penny hosted by Shelby Clapp and Sue Langley; and a bridal luncheon at the home of Debbie Worley hosted by family.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner July 7 at the church.

Tomika M. Raiford and Sharn Cartest McCalop exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony May 6 at 3 p.m. at Bear Creek Association Headquarters Church, with Elder Kenneth D. Vaughn officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Pastors George and Yolanda Beary and the late Brenda Raiford and the granddaughter of Delores Atkinson and Norwood Alston of Goldsboro.

She is a 1991 graduate of Goldsboro High School and a 1995 graduate of Mitchell’s School of Cosmetic Arts with a degree in cosmetology. She is employed at Peggy’s Beauty Salon.

The groom is the son of Levy McCalop of Mount Olive and the late Dorothy McCalop and the grandson of the late James and Carrie McCalop.

He graduated from Southern Wayne High School in 1988. He is employed at McDonald’s and Mount Olive Pickle Plant.

The bride was escorted by her father and presented in marriage by her parents.

She wore an ivory satin halter gown with a wrapped waist adorned with Alencon lace appliqués with silver embroidery, sequins, bugle beads and seed pearls. The back bodice closed with satin-covered buttons and flowed into a semi-cathedral train.

For her headpiece, she chose a princess-style tiara adorned with rhinestones and round and baroque pearls around the top attached to a two-tiered fingertip tulle veil accented with scattered crystals and corded edging.

Lataricia Thrower and Quinsha Warren of Dudley served their friend as matrons of honor, while Consuelo Bryant of Goldsboro, cousin of the bride, and Benita Atkinson of Goldsboro, aunt of the bride, were maids of honor.

Bridesmaids were Michelle Langston, Felecia Johnson and LaTrina Newson of Goldsboro and Pamela Cutler of Durham, friends of the bride; Condranique Reid of Goldsboro and Tracy Jones of LaGrange, cousins of the bride; Crystal Raiford of Dudley, sister-in-law of the bride; and Kim Lawson of Goldsboro, niece of the groom.

Johnnell Muriell and Anthony Ryals of Dudley served as best men.

Groomsmen were Vincent Smith of Mount Olive, Ronderick Thrower and Ray Martinez of Dudley and Aaron Smith and Tikki Buchraham of Goldsboro, friends of the groom; George Dobson and Keith Ammons of Mount Olive, cousins of the groom; Darrick Raiford of Dudley and Raimondi Raynor of Goldsboro, brothers of the bride; and Desmond Raiford of Dudley, son of the bride.

Ushers were Bobby Lawson of Goldsboro, nephew of the groom, and Lacarous Outlaw of Goldsboro, brother of the bride.

Latrecia Johnson of Dudley, daughter of the bride; Tanora Dunn of Goldsboro, niece of the bride; and Chelsea Core of Goldsboro, friend of the bride, were junior bridesmaids.

Deon Beary of Goldsboro, brother of the bride; James Jones of LaGrange, cousin of the bide; and Ashanti MacFarland of Dudley, nephew of the bride; were junior groomsmen.

Kirelle Segers of Goldsboro, cousin of the bride, was the miniature bride. Jykell McLamb of Goldsboro, cousin of the bride, was the miniature groom.

Tarriona Sutton of Goldsboro, friend of the bride, was flower girl. Joshua Newson of Goldsboro, friend of the bride, was ringbearer.

Hostesses were Angie Sheffield, Shirley Barfield, Donnetta Dickerson, Zena Beary, Juanita Baldwin, Tonya Barnes, Pamela Mitts, Tonesha Wooten, Janetta Johnson, Charlaine Ward and Toni Futrell.

Consuelo Bryant, cousin of the bride, planned the wedding.

Peggy Ward, friend of the bride, directed the wedding.

A program of wedding music was provided by Anointed Treasures.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church fellowship hall.

After a wedding trip to St. Thomas, St. Maarten and the Bahamas, the couple reside in Dudley.

Events held before the wedding included a bachelor party May 5 hosted by friends of the groom; a masseuse shower April 30 at the home of the bride hosted by Peggy Ward, Consuelo Bryant and Benita Atkinson; a lingerie shower April 29 at Ryan’s Steakhouse hosted by Consuelo Bryant and Benita Atkinson; and a bridal shower April 22 at Ryan’s Steakhouse hosted by Consuelo Bryant.

Aunts of the groom held a rehearsal dinner May 5.

WHITEVILLE — Elizabeth Anne Warlick of Ayden and Robert Roosevelt Rice II of Greenville exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 24 at 4 p.m. at First Baptist Church, with the Rev. Leon Kendell Cameron Jr. officiating.

The bride is the daughter of James Graham II and Harriet Haywood Warlick of Whiteville and the granddaughter of the late Jack F. and Nancy Harriet Wannamaker Haywood of Rockingham and the late James Graham and Evelyn Rochelle Fowler Warlick of Whiteville.

She is a graduate of Whiteville High School and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a degree in elementary education. She is employed with Pitt County Schools as a fifth-grade teacher at Wintergreen Intermediate School in Greenville.

The groom is the son of Robert Taylor and Joyce Marie Marshall Rice of Mount Olive, the grandson of Odessa Marshall Ford, the late Marshall Jones and the late Robert Roosevelt and Mildred Rice of Aurora and the stepgrandson of Arthur Ford of Aurora.

He graduated from Southern Wayne High School and North Carolina State University with a bachelor of science degree in business management and accounting. He is employed as a CPA with Richard R. Cox Accounting Agency of Greenville.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore an ivory strapless sheath gown of French illusion over matte satin with re-embroidered Alencon lace, seed pearl and a scalloped lace border at the hem.

She wore an ivory full-length fountain-style veil.

The bride carried a bouquet of pink roses.

Jacqueline Beck served as maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Amber Rice, sister-in-law of the groom, Elizabeth Baker, Suzanne Beam, Joni Brooks, Terri Holston and Dr. Luan Lawson-Johnson.

Robert Taylor Price served as best man.

Groomsmen were Jonathan Marshall Rice, brother of the groom; James Graham Warlick III, brother of the bride; Russell Zurface, uncle of the groom; Christopher Ladd Jones; David Carroll Austin; Jeffrey Walter Robinson; and James Earl Williams Jr.

Jennifer Hicks, Renee Horne and April Simmons were honorary bridesmaids.

Gracie and Leah Beth Warrem were flower girls. James Bridger Warlick, nephew of the bride, was ringbearer.

Sue Ellis Jordan directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Mr. and Mrs. James Edgar Greer. Kelsey Carlton and Jordan Davis distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Donna Hughes Sanders, pianist; Nan Nance Leggett, organist; and Mr. and Mrs. Max Newton Greer, vocalists.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at Madison House of Whiteville.

After a wedding trip to Playa del Carmen, Mexico, the couple reside in Auden.

Events held before the wedding included parties in Greenville, Whiteville and Aurora and a bridesmaids’ luncheon June 23 at the home of Myrtle Cook Corbett hosted by Mrs. Corbett, Virginia Greet, Role Langston, Sue Joprdan, Sylvia Elkins and Lynda Williams.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at Joe’s Banquet Center of Whiteville.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Heather Nicole Wooddell of Albuquerque and William George Barclay of RAF Mildenhall, England, exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 17 at 5 p.m. at El Oso Grande Park, with the Rev. Bill Moulden officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Kimble and Patty Kearns of Ruidoso, N.M., and Charles Wooddell of Alamogordo, N.M., and the granddaughter of Herman and Toni Otero of Capitan, N.M., and retired Col. Edward and Marcia Wooddell of Venice, Fla.

She is a 1998 graduate of Capitan High School in Capitan and a 2002 graduate of the University of New Mexico with a bachelor of arts degree in journalism and mass communications with a concentration in advertising and a minor in English with a concentration in professional writing.

The groom is the son of Becky Barclay of Goldsboro and Glenn Barclay of Findlay, Ohio, and the grandson of June Caldwell and the late Chester Caldwell of Indianapolis, Ind., and Lorraine Barclay and the late George Barclay of Findlay.

He graduated from Eastern Wayne High School in 1998, Wayne Community College in 2000 with an associate of arts degree and the Community College of the Air Force with an associate degree. He is serving in the Air Force as a C-130 flight engineer stationed at RAF Mildenhall.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her family.

She wore a long white wedding gown of chiffon with an empire waist. It featured a floor-length veil.

She carried an arm bouquet of six roses tied with a copper bow.

Natalie Vogel served as her friend’s maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Stacy Baker, Eglis Pereyra, Hillary Montgomery and Jennifer Swisher.

David McClure of Goldsboro served as his friend’s best man.

Groomsmen were Brandon Proctor, Pablo Pereyra, John Tiesi and Steffen Heuser.

Jayden Wooddell, niece of the bride, was the flower girl. Devon Byrd was the ringbearer.

Following the ceremony, the couple held a reception at the park.

After a wedding cruise to the western Caribbean, the couple will reside in England.

The couple held a rehearsal dinner June 16 at Garduno’s in Albuquerque.

FREMONT — Elizabeth D. Bete and Clinton L. Bizzell pledged their wedding vows Saturday, April 29, at 2 p.m.

The Rev. James J. Lucas officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Union Grove Missionary Baptist Church.

The bride is the daughter of the late Constancio Logatiman Bete and Fortunata Ligotum Duhaylungsod Bete of the Philippines.

The groom is the son of Eva H. Arrington of Pikeville and the late Rev. Leonard Bizzell. He is the grandson of the late Jonah B. Howell and Sarah Moses Howell.

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH — Eva Ashley King and Paul Ricardo De Hoyos of Faison exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 25 at 6 p.m., with the Rev. Penelope Morningstar officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Gerald and Cindy King of Mount Olive and the granddaughter of Will and Peggy Cottle of Calypso and Delmar and Mary Edna King of Mount Olive.

She is a 2003 graduate of North Duplin High School and a 2006 graduate of Sampson Community College with an associate’s degree in nursing. She will be employed as a registered nurse at Wayne Memorial Hospital.

The groom is the son of Maria Jimenez of Faison and Arnaldo De Hoyos of Monterrey, Mexico, and the grandson of the late Gumercindo and Anastasia Cantu and the late David and Antonia De Hoyos of Monterrey.

He graduated from North Duplin High School in 2001 and James Sprunt Community College in 2005 with an associate’s degree in business administration. He is employed in the meat department of Piggly Wiggly of Mount Olive.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a formal gown of white silk chiffon with a strapless bodice. The fitted bodice was embellished with pearls and crystals enhanced with shirred chiffon accented with a rhinestone brooch at the waist. The trumpet skirt cascaded into a sweep train.

She wore white stephanotis in her hair.

She carried a bouquet of pink roses and stargazer lilies.

Casey Ruiz served as her sister’s matron of honor, while Olivia King, sister of the bride, was maid of honor.

David De Hoyos served as his brother’s best man.

Johnny De Hoyos, brother of the groom, was the groomsman.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple reside in Mount Olive.

Events held before the wedding included a girls’ night out June 24 at Fashion Nails; a bachelor party June 24 at the home of the groom; a bridal shower June 18 at Calypso Baptist Church hosted by the bride’s family; and a bridal shower at Sampson Community College hosted by the ADN class of 2006.

KINSTON — Tara Christine Dail and Christopher Worth Heath exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 3 at 3 p.m. at Faith Fellowship Church, with Dr. Randy Spaugh and Dr. J.C. Alexander, uncle of the bride, officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Roger and Bonnie Dail of LaGrange and the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robbie Killette Sr. and the late Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Dail Sr. of LaGrange.

She attended Pitt Community College and East Carolina University. She is employed as a paralegal with Colombo, Kitchin, Dunn, Ball and Porter attorneys in Greenville.

The groom is the son of Worth and Carolyn Heath of Kinston and the grandson of Charlotte Myers and the late Ronald Myers of Washington and the late Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Worth Heath of Kinston.

He graduated from East Carolina University in 2003 with a bachelor of science degree in industrial distribution and logistics. He is employed with Dillon Supply Co.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a satin A-line gown with a split front overskirt covered in scrolling embroidery adorned with Swarovski crystals. It had a chapel-length train with embroidery.

She wore a two-tiered white veil embellished with vines of crystal flowers and a crystal-encrusted tiara.

She carried a hand-tied bouquet of pink calla lilies attached to her baby’s Bible.

Mindy Rouse of LaGrange served as her cousin’s maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Jaime Moore of Kinston, Nikki Sutton of Snow Hill, April Letchworth of Ayden, Tiffanie Chase of Goldsboro and Kristin Roman of Kinston, cousin of the groom.

Worth Heath served as his son’s best man.

Ushers were Ethan Dail of LaGrange, brother of the bride; Nathan Hollingsworth of Greenville; Clay Dunn of Kinston; Austin Myers of Washington, cousin of the groom; and Chad Sutton of Snow Hill.

Gracie Herring was the flower girl. Joshua Killette, cousin of the bride, was the ringbearer.

Diane Harrison, cousin of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Amber Hatcher, cousin of the bride. Ryan Roman and Marshall Singleton, cousins of the groom, distributed programs.

Benjamin Brame, cousin of the bride, was Scripture reader.

Hoyt Killette and Steve Killette, cousins of the bride, were acolytes.

A program of wedding music was provided by Jacob Mewborn, pianist, and Jeff Killette and Jordan Rouse, cousins of the bride, vocalists.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at Falling Creek Country Club of Kinston. Mr. and Mrs. Will Brame, uncle and aunt of the bride, greeted guests. Eloise Killette, aunt of the bride, and Lori Roman, aunt of the groom, served the wedding cake. Shaun Griffey, aunt of the bride, poured punch.

After a wedding trip to the Bahamas, the couple reside in Kinston.

Events held before the wedding included a bridesmaids’ luncheon June 2 at the Vineyard at Frenchman’s Creek hosted by Scotty Brame, aunt of the bride; a bachelor cookout May 26 hosted by Worth Heath and Nathan Hollingsworth at the Heath home; a luncheon May 26 in Greenville hosted by employees of Colombo, Kitchin, Dunn, Ball and Porter; a dinner May 20 at Lydia’s Tea Room hosted by Charlotte Myers, Bill and Gwen Myers, John and Kay Myers and Wayne and Teresa Singleton; a lingerie shower May 9 hosted by Deborah and Mindy Rouse, Jaime Moore and Nikki Sutton at the Rouse home; a bachelorette party May 5 through 7 in Emerald Isle hosted by the bridesmaids; a honey-do shower and pig picking April 20 at Faith Fellowship Church hosted by friends of the groom; a pantry shower April 20 hosted by Mary Dail and JoAnna Dail at the home of Mary Dail; a miscellaneous shower April 2 at Faith Fellowship Church hosted by friends of the couple; and a miscellaneous shower March 26 at LaGrange Free Will Baptist Church hosted by friends and family of the bride.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at the Barn Steakhouse in Kinston.

Dejuana Michelle Siler of Durham and William Franklin Henderson Jr. of Durham exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 1 at 3 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, with the Rev. Johnnie Henderson, uncle of the groom, officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Ruby Aytch Siler and the late William Perry Siler of Goldsboro.

She is a graduate of East Carolina University. She is employed as literacy coordinator with Durham Public Schools.

The groom is the son of Shelia Faye Henderson of New Bern and William Franklin Henderson Sr. of Cove City and the grandson of Ella Louise Payton of New Bern.

He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. He is employed as a partner support specialist with Cisco Systems.

The bride was escorted by her brother, Lowell L. Siler of Durham, and given in marriage by her mother.

She wore an A-line strapless gown with a chiffon overlay and a chapel-length train. The fitted bodice had a chiffon gathering and an asymmetrical beaded metallic embroidered lace on the side with matching embroidered lace framing the hem and train.

Her two-tiered elbow-length veil enhanced with matching crystals and pearls was attached to a tiara of Swarovski crystals and beads.

She carried a cascading bouquet with shades of pink vogue and rosita-vendela roses accented with stargazer lilies and pink streamers.

Michelle A. Murdock of Washington D.C. served as her friend’s maid of honor.

Honorary bridesmaids were Donna V. Bowman of Columbus, Ohio, and LaTonia A. Siler of Greensboro, sisters of the bride, and Brittany L. Henderson of Stone Mountain, Ga., daughter of the groom.

James Scott of Atlanta served as his friend’s best man.

Ushers were Brian Henderson, brother of the groom, and Jon Strickland, nephew of the bride.

Sydney Bell, goddaughter of the bride, was the flower girl.

Brenda Richardson directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Monique Reaves. Myles Strickland, niece of the bride, and William Franklin Henderson III, son of the groom, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Kevin Alston, pianist and vocalist, and Thernarda Crudup-Harris, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Walnut Creek Country Club. Shari Edwards was the hostess. Mary F. Delaney was the mistress of ceremonies.

After a wedding trip to Miami, the couple will reside in Durham.

Events held before the wedding included a wedding party June 10 hosted by Jeffrey Lesesne, cousin of the bride, at his home; and a bridal shower May 28 hosted by friends of the bride.

The couple’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at the home of the bride’s mother.

LUMBERTON — Lisa Carol Jernigan of Lumberton and Ryan McGirt exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 30 at 7 p.m. at Hyde Park Baptist Church, officiated by the Rev. Dennis Harrell and the Rev. Clyde Hunt, uncle of the groom.

The bride is the daughter of J. Reynold and Peggy Jernigan of Goldsboro, the granddaughter of Jessie James Capps, the late Annie Louise Capps, Doris Jernigan and the late Sherrel Jernigan of Goldsboro and the great-granddaughter of Pauline Wiggins of Dudley.

She is a 2000 graduate of Lumberton Senior High School and a 2004 graduate of the University of North Carolina at Pembroke with a bachelor of science degree in elementary education. She is employed as a fifth grade teacher at Gilbert Carroll Middle School with Public Schools of Robeson County.

The groom is the son of Mark and Elaine McGirt of Fairmont and the grandson of the late Jack and Carrie Mae Hunt, the late Cleveland McGirt and the late Catherine Karsch and the stepgrandson of Bert Marie McGirt of Fairmont.

He graduated from Fairmont High School in 2000 and the University of North Carolina at Pembroke in 2004 with a bachelor of science degree in physical education. He is employed as a high school coach and teacher with Fairmont High School with Public Schools of Robeson County.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents and sister.

She wore a formal white gown of tulle and satin adorned with Alencon lace with a portrait neckline. The fitted bodice was enhanced with an asymmetrical waistline embellished with pearls and sequins. The back bodice closed with pearl buttons accented with a sheer back emphasized with lace. The tulle over satin A-line skirt was beaded at the hem with Alencon lace and pearls and cascaded into a cathedral train.

She wore a rhinestone comb with a two-tiered veil of silk illusion adorned with scattered rhinestone flowers and crystals.

Wendy Leigh Fields of Lumberton served as her sister’s matron of honor, while Emily Johnston of Matthews, friend of the bride, was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Jennifer Gaskins and Courtney Britt of Lumberton, friends of the bride, and Synora Cummings of Albany, N.Y., cousin of the groom.

Bryan McGirt and Marcus McGirt of Fairmont served as their brother’s best men.

Ushers were Jason Cummings of Albany, cousin of the groom, and Daniel Fields of Lumberton, brother-in-law of the bride.

Groomsmen were Jeffery Freeman of Fairmont, friend of the groom, and Eric Ray Jacobs and Matt Hunt of Fairmont, cousins of the groom.

Arianna McGirt of Fairmont, niece of the groom, was the flower girl.

Heather Driggers of Lumberton, friend of the couple, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Jessica Gaskins of Lumberton, friend of the couple, and Tammy Oakes of Hookerton, cousin of the bride. Jeff and Loreice Walter of Wake Forest, uncle and aunt of the bride, distributed programs.

Kayla Rogers of Fairmont, friend of the bride, was concierge.

A program of wedding music was provided by Regan Driggers of Lumberton, friend of the couple, pianist; Lana Smith of Statesville, friend of the bride, and Mike Pittman of Lumberton, friend of the couple, vocalists; and Scott Campbell of Fairmont, friend of the couple, sound technician.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception in the church fellowship hall. Sandra Davis, Linda Coleman, Michelle Gaskins, Norma Lou Britt, Donna Selph and Pam Locklear, friends of the bride’s family, were coordinators. Pat Taylor and Sally Stevens, aunts of the bride, served the tiered wedding cake. Monica Jones and Amanda Jacobs, aunts of the groom, poured punch.

After a wedding trip to western North Carolina, the couple will reside in Lumberton.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal luncheon June 24 at Village Station Restaurant of Lumberton hosted by Sally Stevens, Pat Taylor and Loreice Jernigan, aunts of the bride, and Doris Jernigan, grandmother of the bride, with the bride choosing this time to present gifts to her attendants; a weekend outing and lingerie shower June 16 at the home of the bride’s sister in Ocean Isle with a day trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C.; a miscellaneous shower June 11 in Hyde Park Baptist Church fellowship hall hosted by W.I.N.G.S.; a miscellaneous shower June 9 at Mt. Moriah Church of Maxton fellowship hall hosted by fifth-grade teachers of Gilbert Carroll Middle School; a Pampered Chef shower June 3 at McDonald Church of God of Fairmont fellowship hall hosted by Clyde Hunt, uncle of the groom, and the groom’s mother; and a miscellaneous shower May 7 in Love Memorial Baptist Church fellowship hall hosted by BYKOTA Sunday school class.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner June 29 in Hyde Park Baptist Church fellowship hall. The groom chose this time to present gifts to his attendants.

ATLANTIC BEACH — Emily Kate Johnson of Goldsboro and Jeremy Lee Peters of Alpena, Mich., exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony July 1 at 7 p.m. at Salter Path Park, with the Rev. Renee Melby officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Grover Henry and Lynn Barwick Johnson of Goldsboro and the granddaughter of Edna Barwick Bunn, the late Ben Barwick and the late James Thomas and Lettie Johnson, all of Goldsboro.

She is a 2000 graduate of Rosewood High School and a 2005 graduate of Wayne Community College with an associate degree in nursing. She is employed as a registered nurse at Wayne Memorial Hospital’s intensive care unit.

The groom is the son of Bernard Stanley and Darlene Rose Peters of Posen, Mich., and the grandson of the late Alfred and Elanor Kamyszek and Leo and Theresa Peters of Posen, Mich.

He graduated from Alpena High School in 1999 and the Lewis F. Garland Fire Academy of San Angelo, Texas, in 2001. He served in the Army and Air Force and is a member of the Army National Guard. He is employed as a firefighter.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

She wore a light gold A-line gown with a white and pewter lace overlay embroidered with a floral design and beading that cascaded down the gown, ending in a floral trim. The bodice had a V-neckline with a sheer outline and beadwork with a corset lace-up back.

The bride wore two blue irises in her hair.

She carried a clutch bouquet of blue and green hydrangea, blue delphinium, blue irises and white boyvardia wrapped with ivory chiffon ribbon.

Stephanie Langdon Pender of Pikeville served her friend as matron of honor, with Holly Michelle Schmitz of Anchorage, Alaska, friend of the bride, was maid of honor.

Nathan Tyler Peters of Grayling, Mich., served as his brother’s best man.

Matthew Alexis Johnson of Goldsboro, brother of the bride, was the groomsman.

Hayley Pender of Pikeville, goddaughter of the bride, was the flower girl. Nathaniel Pender of Pikeville, godson of the bride, served as ringbearer.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the Posen Community Center.

After a wedding trip to Negril, Jamaica, the couple will reside in Rosewood.

Events held before the wedding included a bachelor party June 30; a bridesmaids’ luncheon June 29; a miscellaneous shower June 25 at the home of the groom’s grandmother; a miscellaneous bridal shower June 14 hosted by co-workers of the bride; a surprise bridal shower June 10 at the home of the bride’s mother; and a bachelorette party June 3 hosted by Stephanie Pender.

A rehearsal dinner was held June 30 at the Channel Marker of Atlantic Beach.

LAMPASAS, Texas — Brenda Ingrid Stallings of Goldsboro and Steven Patrick Polk of Gaston, S.C., exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 5 at noon.

The bride is the daughter of Christa Marie Scholl of Kempner, Texas, and the late Philip Harvey Stallings Jr. of Goldsboro.

She is a 1991 graduate of Southern Wayne High School and a pharmacy technician student.

The groom is the son of Arnree S. Polk and the late S. Polk of Charleston, S.C.

He attended a South Carolina military school. He is serving in the military as a first sergeant.

The bride was escorted and given in marriage by her daughters, Ashley and Brittany Caraway.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the home of the couple.

After a wedding trip to the coast of Texas, the couple reside at Ft. Hood, Texas.

A rehearsal dinner was held at the home of the couple.

WILMINGTON — Lesley Camille Parker and Christopher Todd Richardson exchanged vows in a double-ring garden ceremony July 1 at 6 p.m. at Halyburton Park, with the Rev. Penelope Morningstar officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Cynthia Smith Parker of Carolina Beach and James Todd Parker of Atkinson, the stepdaughter of Karin Bradford Parker of Atkinson and the granddaughter of Nelda Kornegay Smith and the late William Harris Smith and Cecile Todd Parker of Mount Olive and the late James Benjamin Parker Jr. of Wilmington.

She is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with an MFA degree in creative writing and a bachelor of arts degree in English. She is employed as an English instructor at Coastal Carolina Community College of Jacksonville.

The groom is the son of Linda Efland Richardson and John M. “Skip” Richardson III of Leland and the grandson of Kathleen Jones Efland and the late John L. Efland Jr. of Efland and Dolores Caroline Joyner and the late John M. Richardson Jr. of Cary.

He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with bachelor of arts degrees in geography and Spanish. He is employed as a network specialist with Wilmington Health Associates.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents. She wore a white formal satin A-line gown with an organza overlay adored with pink pearls and silver embroidered across the bodice and down the side and train.

She wore a traditional veil edged and dotted with white pearls and a sheer blushers veil.

She carried a bouquet of pink sorbonne Asiatic lilies mixed with hanging white amaranthus tied with bear grass.

Elizabeth Phillips of Raleigh served her first cousin as maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Kristin Grigerick of Washington D.C., friend of the bride, and Emily Johnson of Hampstead, co-worker of the bride.

Trent Richardson of Raleigh served as his brother’s best man.

Groomsmen were Skip Richardson of Leland, father of the groom, and Jay Richardson of Atlanta, Ga., brother of the groom.

Lucy and Tessa Richardson were the flower girls.

Jennifer Smith of Dudley and Ashley Barnes of Goldsboro, cousins of the bride, greeted guests.

A program of wedding music was provided by the Jimmy Aycock Trio; Sidney McCall, vocalist, and Jimmy Aycock of Fremont, director.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents and grandmother, Cecile Parker, held a reception. Caroline Phillips, aunt of the bride, cut the four-tiered wedding cake.

After a wedding trip to Tortola, British Virgin Islands, the couple will reside in Hampstead.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal luncheon July 1 hosted by Melody Wilson and Caroline Phillips, aunts of the bride, at Henry’s Restaurant during which the bride presented gifts to her attendants; a bachelor party June 10 hosted by Trent and Jay Richardson; a bachelorette party and pampering shower June 10 hosted by Elizabeth Phillips at the home of Sid and Caroline Phillips in Wrightsville Beach; a luau May 13 hosted by family and friends at the home of Matt and Amanda Perkins; and a lingerie shower April 8 held by Jennifer Smith, Ashley Barnes and Jennifer Moye at the Barnes home in Goldsboro.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner June 30 at Neptune’s Restaurant in Wrightsville Beach.

Shannon Diane Murchison and Wilford Valentin Sanchez exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony May 27 at 5 p.m. at Greenleaf Christian Church, with Elder Carl Davis officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Elaine Murchison Seaberry and Howard Carmicheal of Goldsboro, the stepdaughter of the late John W. Seaberry and the granddaughter of the late Alvin and Bertha Lee Murchison of Bronx, N.Y.

She is a 1988 graduate of Goldsboro High School and attends North Carolina Wesleyan College for a degree in psychology and criminal justice. She is employed as a healthcare technician II cross shift trainer with O’Berry Center.

The groom is the son of Thomas Santos and Felipa Louise Caballero of Goldsboro and the grandson of the late Jesus and Mary Sanchez of Chicago, Ill., and Max and Janie Caballero of Texas.

He graduated from Goldsboro High School in 1992 and attends Devry University for a degree in computer information systems. He is employed as a quality technician with GAF Material Corp.

The bride was given in marriage and escorted by her son, Timothy N. Hobbs.

She wore an ivory side wrap A-line wedding gown with a sweetheart neckline. It was matte duchess bridal satin with metallic thread embroidery and hand-sewn crystals. It had detachable English net sleeves embroidered with crystal that included a detailed wrap and purse.

The bride wore a gold tiara with diamond accents and pearls with an ivory veil.

She carried a bouquet of pink and white roses with lilies.

Carman Benjamin and Aquilla Boseman served as their sister’s matrons of honor, while Danielle Murchison, daughter of the bride, was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Nina Sanchez and Jenna Caballero, sisters of the groom, and Arlene Exum, Shirlene Scott and Sonia Marrow, friends of the bride.

Monte Lane served as best man.

Ushers were Trayviar King, Dontay Boseman, Chris Boseman and Tori Carmichael, nephews of the bride.

Groomsmen were Jesse Sanchez and Paul Caballero, brothers of the groom; Harold Murc Murchison, brother of the bride; Jefferson Benjamin and Greg Boseman, brothers-in-law of the bride; Mycheal King, nephew of the bride; and Darwin Romero Jr., friend of the couple.

Latesha Boseman, niece of the bride, was the junior bridesmaid. Miquan Donley, nephew of the bride, was the junior groomsman.

Jayla Sanchez, daughter of the couple, was the flower girl. Joseph Branden Romero, nephew of the groom, served as ringbearer.

Bernice Simmons directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Felicia Smith. Melvalene Greenfield and Regina Thomas, friends of the bride, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Patrick Atkinson, pianist and vocalist, and Chanda Williams, vocalist.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Walnut Creek Country Club.

Out-of-town visitors were from Chicago, Virginia, Arizona, Texas, Maryland, Delaware, Florida and Indiana.

After a wedding cruise to the Caribbean, the couple reside in Goldsboro.

Events held before the wedding included a bridal dinner July 9 at Madison’s hosted by friends, co-workers and Bernice Simmons; a bridal dinner June 2 at Ruby Tuesday’s hosted by friends and co-workers; a bridal dinner May 26 at the home of the bride hosted by the mother and sisters; and a bridal dinner May 11 hosted by friends and co-workers.

Jo Ann Heath and Joshua Adam Smith exchanged vows in a double-ring ceremony June 3 at 3 p.m. at Emmaus Baptist Church in Dudley, with the Rev. Jerry Hannah officiating.

The bride is the daughter of the Rev. Justin and Melinda Heath and the granddaughter of Jean and Henry Rickman of South Boston, Va., and Charles and Joyce Gautier of Mount Olive.

She is a 2002 graduate of Southern Wayne High School and a 2006 graduate of Wayne Community College with an associate degree in nursing. She will be employed as a registered nurse at Wayne Memorial Hospital.

The groom is the son of Cecil Smith of Faison and Johnny and Paulette Powell of Mount Olive and the grandson of the late Emmett and Shirley Ballree of Mount Olive and the late Jack and Viola Smith.

He graduated from North Duplin High School in 2002 and Wayne Community College in 2005 from basic law enforcement training. He is employed as an officer with the Mount Olive Police Department.

The bride was escorted by her father and presented in marriage by her parents. She wore a strapless gown of matte satin, organza and lace with a bodice that featured beaded appliques along the neckline. The wrapped waistline was complemented with an asymmetrical side drape.

The a-line skirt featured multi-tiered organza lace overlays accentuated with beaded appliques and flowed into a semi-cathedral-length train.

Her two-tiered waist-length veil also was accented with beaded appliques.

She carried a bouquet of white roses and star-gazer lilies.

Lee Ann Smith of Mount Olive served her sister as matron of honor, while Crystal Hyatt of Mount Olive, friend of the bride, was maid of honor.

Bridesmaids were Heather Grantham and Heather Howell, both of Goldsboro, friends of the bride, and Skyler Smith of Mount Olive, sister of the groom.

Cecil Smith served as his son’s best man.

Groomsmen were Johnny Powell of Mount Olive, the groom’s stepfather; Chad Smith and Phillip Smith of Mount Olive, brothers of the groom; and Stanley Kelly of Mount Olive, friend of the groom.

Ushers were Matt Moore of Mount Olive, Sherman Hyatt of Mount Olive, Jonathon Woodley of Dudley and Brian Hope of Grantham, all cousins of the groom.

Ryleigh Gibson, cousin of the groom, was the flower girl. Elijah Smith, nephew of the couple, served as ringbearer.

Marie Scott, aunt of the groom, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and distributing programs were Jonathon and Tiffany Griffin, friends of the couple.

A program of wedding music was provided by Danny Castro, pianist, and Brad Gregory and Chad and Lee Ann Smith, vocalists.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at Wayne Shriner’s Club in Dudley. Jamie Gibson, cousin of the groom, poured the punch. Family friend Ida Hope served the wedding cake.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple will reside in Mount Olive.

Events held in the bride’s honor before the wedding included a lingerie shower May 13 hosted by Marie Scott; a miscellaneous shower held by her church family April 8 at the Mount Olive Historical Center; and a Christmas shower held Dec. 3 held by her family.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner for the couple and the wedding party June 2 at the church fellowship hall.

Hillary Frances Angelo of Durham became the wife of Joseph Edward Bergmark of Durham June 10 at 2 p.m.

The Rev. Thomas P. Norris officiated at the double-ring ceremony at St. Mary Roman Catholic Church.

Victor Miles and Anne Murphy Angelo of Goldsboro are parents of the bride.

She is the granddaughter of Virginia Murphy and the late Arby Murphy of Clarksdale, Miss., and Eugenia Angelo and the late Lawrence Angelo of Edwards, Miss.

Parents of the groom are Edward Louis and Theresa O’Neill Bergmark of Goldsboro.

He is the grandson of Thomas and Kathleen O’Neill of Charlotte and Edward and Marie Louse Bergmark of Berlin, Md.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a candlelight A-line satin gown with an off-the-shoulder scoop neckline and a Basque waistline. The fitted bodice was embroidered with metallic thread and hand-beaded with bugle beads. It had a chapel train.

Jenny Angelo was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Erin Bain, Sheena Garitta, Erin Noel and Jean-Marie Catlett.

Rob Hile was best man. Groomsmen were David Bergmark, Joseph Collins, Dave Aubrey and Christopher Spohr.

John Stutts directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and distributing programs was Danielle St. Clair.

Theresa Cooper was the reader. Carole Sears was liturgical coordinator.

A program of wedding music was provided by Philip Eubanks, organist, and John Stutts, vocalist.

After a wedding trip to the North Carolina mountains, the couple is residing in Durham.

The bride is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.

The groom graduated from North Carolina State University.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Walnut Creek Country Club.

Carrie Ring served the wedding cake. Lucy and Lindsey Stutts poured punch. Danielle St. Clair served the groom’s cake.

A rehearsal dinner was held at Billie’s.

Erin Bain and Jenny Angelo held a Pampered Chef shower.

DUDLEY — Sommer Leigh Barrow became the bride of Daniel Owen Carraway of Dudley June 24 at 4 p.m.

Pastor Doug Bartlett officiated at the double-ring lakeside ceremony at Sleepy Creek.

Sammy Brown and Pamela Casey Barrow of Dudley are parents of the bride. She is the granddaughter of Wilma S. Casey and the late Junius Casey of Dudley and Dorothy Barrow and the late Wiley Barrow of Snow Hill.

Parents of the groom are Ricky and Glenda Faye Carraway of LaGrange. He is the grandson of Emily Waters and the late William Waters of LaGrange and the late Nellie Carraway-Boyette and the late Guss Carraway of Goldsboro.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a white matte satin strapless gown. The bodice featured re-embroidered Alencon lace appliqués accented with seed pearls. The A-line skirt flowed into a cathedral-length train. The hemline and train were highlighted with matching re-embroidered Alencon lace complementing the top of the gown.

For her headpiece, she chose a double arch tiara of rhinestones with a two-tiered veil of silk illusion adorned with scattered crystals. She carried a bouquet of confetti and yellow and white roses.

Jessica Burnham of Greenville, sister of the bride, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Alison Game of Richmond, Va., cousin of the bride; LeeAnn Julien of Pikeville, cousin of the groom; and Sarah Smith of Wallace and Regina Grantham of Mount Olive, friends of the bride.

Ricky Carraway was his son’s best man. Ushers were Ryan Casey of Wilmington and Todd Casey of LaGrange, cousins of the bride. Groomsmen were Brad Carraway of Greenville and Lee Carraway of LaGrange, brothers of the groom; Ryan Boseman of Pink Hill, friend of the groom; and Jason Burnham of Greenville, brother-in-law of the bride.

Reagan Taylor and Ashlie Lee of Goldsboro, friends of the bride, were junior bridesmaids.

Abigail Thompson of Dudley, friend of the bride, and Alexis Radford of Tarboro, cousin of the bride, were flower girls. Banx Turnage of Wilson, cousin of the bride, was ring bearer.

Joni Turnage of Wilson, cousin of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Randy and Susan Sutton, friends of the bride. Dr. David and Betsy Game of Newport News, Va., cousin of the bride, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Jody Bridgers of Goldsboro, Annette Radford of Tarboro and Pastor Doug Bartlett, vocalists.

After a wedding trip to Disney World, Fla., the couple will reside in Dudley.

The bride is a 2001 graduate of Southern Wayne High School and a 2005 graduate of Wayne Community College with a bachelor’s degree in office system technology.

The groom graduated from Eastern Wayne High School in 2000 and Wayne Community College in 2003 with an associates in applied science degree in machining technology. He is an Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America. He is employed as floor leader with Uchiyama America Inc.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception and dance at Sleepy Creek Clubhouse. Randy and Susan Sutton of Goldsboro, friend of the bride, greeted guests. Nell Sauls and Debbie Newcomb, aunt of the couple , served the wedding cake. Barbara Radford and Diane Harrington, aunt of the couple, poured punch. Wilma Casey, aunt of the bride, was director.

On June 17, Joni Turnage, cousin of the bride, held a bridal brunch. The bride chose this time to present gifts to her attendants.

Garry and Sherry Waters, uncle and aunt of the groom, and LeeAnn Julien, cousin of the groom, held a garden and tool shower June 3.

On May 20, Wilma Casey, aunt of the bride, held a miscellaneous shower at her home.

Little Angels Christian Preschool staff held a shower May 10 at the home of the bride’s mother.

On April 23, JoAnn Bryan and friends held a miscellaneous shower at Mount Olive Church.

An engagement party was held Oct. 1 at the home of the bride’s parents.

WILMINGTON — Cindi Leigh Olson of Goldsboro and Capt. Frederick A. Congdon of Hampstead pledged their promises May 27 at 5 p.m.

Dr. Frank Hackworth officiated at the double-ring ceremony at the Graystone Inn.

The bride is the daughter of Pat Clendenning of Rib Lake, Wisc., and Brian Olson of Exeland, Wisc. She is the stepdaughter of Mel Clendenning, the granddaughter of the late Jesse and Leonia Ashcraft of Elgin, Ill., the late Gladys Olson of Bartlett, Ill., and Arnold Olson of Elgin and the stepgranddaughter of Pam Olson.

Marguerite Congdon of Hopewell, Va., and Leland Congdon of Richfield Springs, N.Y., are parents of the groom. He is the grandson of the late Charles and Veda Johnston of Sumpter, S.C., and the late Alfred and Dorothy Congdon of Salisbury, N.Y.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a white strapless satin A-line gown with a cuff neckline with an azalea pleated sash at the waist.

Bridesmaids were Devon Conley, Leslie Perez, Sarah Clendenning and Melissa Gonzalez.

Groomsmen were David Doerrer, Dan Grose, Art Daley and Joseph Lombardo.

Tom Conley and David Bowden distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Vince Stout Trio.

After a wedding trip to the Outer Banks, the couple is residing in Rose Hill.

The bride is a graduate of Mount Olive College with a bachelor’s degree. She is employed as a human resources manager with Turkington USA.

The groom graduated from Union College of New York with bachelor’s and master’s degrees and from Syracuse University of New York with a law degree. He is serving in the Marines as an attorney.

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

On May 26, a rehearsal dinner was held at McCumber Clubhouse of Wilmington.

Jane Best, friend, and Devon Conley held a shower April 29 at Madison Avenue Baptist Church.

On April 15, the groom’s mother held a shower in Hopewell.

Mary Hall, sister of the groom, held a shower April 8 in Dolgeville, N.Y.

Jennifer Rose Wilson and Joseph Allen Coor exchanged marriage vows May 20 at 6 p.m.

The Rev. Jack Sauls officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Trinity Baptist Church.

The bride is the daughter of Cheryl Walker Wilson and the late James Lamont Wilson of Goldsboro. She is the granddaughter of Betty Taylor Walker, the late Max Boyd Walker and the late Marion Daniels and Eleanor Parks Wilson of Goldsboro.

The groom is the son of Douglas Harold and Barbara Mozingo Coor of Goldsboro. He is the grandson of the late Margie Bryan Mozingo and Norwood D. Mozingo of LaGrange and Cecil Harold and Mattie Evans Coor of Goldsboro.

Given in marriage by her mother and brother, Daniel Wilson and escorted by her brother, the bride wore a white whisper chiffon strapless A-line gown. The bodice featured crystal and pearl beadwork accented with an asymmetrical-wrapped waistline. The flowing A-line skirt was decorated with a band of matching beadwork along the hem. It had a chapel-length train and a beaded chiffon stole.

She chose a headpiece decorated with crystals and pearls with a pearl-accented veil. She carried an assortment of calla lilies and other flowers accented with greenery.

Alicia Leeper was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Crystal Peedin and Jessica Yates, cousins of the bride, and Casey Coor, sister of the groom.

Douglas Coor was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Dean Bass, brother of the groom, Mike Scrufari, cousin of the bride, and Steven Capps.

Brandy Zerkle was the honorary bridesmaid.

Rebecca Coor was flower girl. Bennett Hair was ring bearer.

Debbie Anderson directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Hope Casey, cousin of the bride. Hope Fulton distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Jason Cox, pianist, and Cindy Coor and Mr. and Mrs. Jason Cox, vocalists.

After a wedding trip to the Outer Banks, the couple is residing in Goldsboro.

The bride is a 2000 graduate of Eastern Wayne High School. She attends Wayne Community College for a bachelor’s degree in special education. She is a member of Elroy Volunteer Fire Department. She is employed as a waitress at McCall’s Barbecue and Seafood.

The groom graduated from Spring Creek High School in 2003 and from Wayne Community College in 2005 with an Associate in Applied Science degree. He is a member of Elroy Volunteer Fire Department. He is employed as a delivery specialist with Pepsi Bottling Ventures.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Quality Inn’s banquet room.

On June 11, the couples Sunday school class of Trinity Baptist Church held a pantry shower.

A rehearsal dinner was held May 19 at Trinity Baptist Church fellowship hall.

On April 30, friends and family held a bridal shower at Trinity Church fellowship hall.

Alicia Leeper, Jessica Yates and Crystal Peedin held a lingerie shower March 31 at the home of the bride’s mother.

PATETOWN — Kylie Gardner Hill became the bride of Steven Matthew Craft Saturday, June 24, at 2 p.m.

The Rev. Marty Gurganus officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Free Chapel Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church.

Parents of the bride are Tammy Gardner of Pikeville and Jerry and Pepper Hill of Rocky Point. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. James E. “Hoss” Gardner of Pikeville and Mr. and Mrs. Envid Hill of Snow Hill.

Parents of the groom are Ellen Bissette of Selma and Stuart and Joyce Craft of Goldsboro. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Craft of Pikeville, Dorothy Bissette of Selma and the late Chester Bissette.

Given in marriage and escorted by her parents, the bride wore a white sleeveless gown with a modified V-neckline front and back with a dropped waistline overlaid in sequins and pearls. The full-length of layers of illusion was overlaid in lace motifs scattered in pearls and sequins edged in lace around the hem with pearls and sequins. A detachable cathedral train was attached at the waist by rosettes trimmed in lace, pearls and sequins with motifs throughout.

For her headpiece, she chose a barrette lined with diamonds and pearls. She carried her mother’s silk cascade bouquet of white roses, sweetheart roses, lilies of the valley, pink roses and long greenery.

Danielle Smith of Pikeville, friend of the bride, was matron of honor. Lindsey Cotton of Princeton, friend of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Christy Gardner, cousin of the bride; Courtney Bradford, friend of the bride; Stephanie Craft, sister of the groom; and Brittney Reeves of Boiling Springs, friend of the couple.

Stuart Craft, father of the groom, and Scott Wiley, friend of the groom, were best men. Ushers were Jason Craft, brother of the groom; Derek Hill, brother of the bride; and Timmy Bigler and Joshua Hamilton, cousins of the groom.

Makayla Craft, niece of the groom, and Grace Capps, stepsister of the bride, were flower girls. Tyler Craft, cousin of the groom, was ring bearer.

Doricia Benton, friend of the couple, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Justin Gardner, cousin of the bride, and Natalie Winders, friend of the couple.

A program of wedding music was provided by Michael Price of Goldsboro, pianist, and Tyron Corbett and Susan Brock, cousins of the bride.

After a wedding trip to Wrightsville Beach, the couple will reside in Pikeville.

The bride is a 2006 graduate of Charles B. Aycock High School. She will attend Johnston Community College.

The groom graduated from Rosewood High School in 2004.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church fellowship hall.

On June 17, friends of the bride held a luncheon at Logan’s Steakhouse.

Family and friends held a floating wedding shower May 21 at Free Chapel fellowship hall.

On April 22, a floating wedding shower was held at the home of the groom’s mother.

Ashley Kay Lane became the wife of Johnathan Lee Edwards Saturday, June 17, at 2 p.m.

Pastor Mark Fields officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Clinton Pentecostal Holiness Church.

Stevie Glenn Lane and Connie Cox Lane of Mount Olive are parents of the bride. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Sutton and the late James Horace Cox of Calypso and the late Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Lane of Mount Olive.

Parents of the groom are Mr. and Mrs. Mark Edwards and Elaine Chamberlain of Clinton. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Gene Beasley and the late Gilbert Edwards of Clinton, Mr. and Mrs. Victor Guinn of Salemburg and Margaret Armstrong of Warsaw.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore an A-line gown of white Duchess satin with a sweetheart neckline accented with a crystal bugle bead trim with a vintage-style rhinestone brooch.

For her headpiece, she chose a scalloped tiara of rhinestones and rhinestone baguettes that extended into a two-tiered veil trimmed with Swarvoski crystals embellished with rhinestones. She carried a clutch bouquet of calla lilies.

Elizabeth Glenn Lane of Mount Olive, sister of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Jennifer Hood, cousin of the bride; Anna Edwards, sister of the groom; and Ashley Sutton, Morgan Lee and Erin King, friends of the bride.

Mark Edwards was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Paul Edwards, brother of the groom; Justin Crumpler, cousin of the groom; and Clint Williams, Brian Jackson and Jeffrey Gautier, friends of the groom.

Meredith Sutton, niece of the bride, was flower girl. Turner Edwards, cousin of the groom, was ring bearer.

Vickie Sutton directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Donna Hood, aunt of the bride. Brandie Beasley, aunt of the groom, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Kathy Strapco, pianist, and Randy Cashwell, vocalist.

After a wedding trip to the western Caribbean, the couple is residing in Clinton.

The bride is a 2001 graduate of North Duplin High School and a 2005 graduate of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. She is employed at Hargrove Elementary School with Sampson County Schools.

The groom graduated from Clinton High School in 2001. He served in the Marines. He is employed with PET Dairy Products.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s family held a reception at the church. Kellie Witherington was director. Attendants were Donna Hood, Tammy Sutton, Selena Crumpler and Marsha Devone. Hugh and Bridget Britt and Ronald and Donna Hood greeted guests.

On June 16, the groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at the church. The couple chose this time to present gifts to their attendants.

The bridesmaids held a lingerie shower and outing May 13 at the home of Kellie Witherington.

On April 8, family and friends of the couple held a miscellaneous shower at Clinton Pentecostal Holiness Church.

Donna and Jennifer Hood held a honeymoon shower Feb. 5 at the home of Stevie and Connie Lane.

BEAUFORT — Lisa Michele Emory and Donny Michael Hawkins of Goldsboro were wed March 25 at 4 p.m.

David Bruce officiated at the waterfront ceremony.

Parents of the bride are Marvel Emory Johnson of Kenly and the late Elbridge Emory of Goldsboro. She is the stepdaughter of William Dee Johnson. She is the granddaughter of the late Virginia Eunice Shockley and the late Luther Clyde Shockley of Eden, Ruth Lawrence and John Coy Emory.

Parents of the groom are Patsy June Hawkins and the late James Ronald Hawkins of Graceville, Fla. He is the grandson of Inez Collins and the late W.W. Collins of Graceville and the late Ruth Hawkins and the late W.A. Hawkins of Malvern, Ala.

Melinda Celeste Garrett-Lofton and Eugene Randolph Hobbs were married April 22 at 5 p.m.

The Rev. Jesse H. Garrett officiated at the double-ring ceremony at the home of the couple.

The Revs. Jesse H. and Bajei B. Garrett are parents of the bride.

Ethel Hobbs and the late Eugene Randolph Hobbs are parents of the groom.

Sonya Renee Lupton of Goldsboro and Billy Ray Jennette Jr. said their wedding promises Saturday, June 17.

Pastor Andy Stovall officiated at the ceremony at Rosewood Church of God.

Parents of the bride are Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Lupton of Goldsboro. She is the granddaughter of Ernest and Athia Parrish, the late Evelyn VanHoy and E.V. Lupton of Goldsboro.

The groom is the son of Lucinda Jennette and the late Billy Ray Jennette Sr. of Dudley. He is the grandson of Ava Evans, the late Jasper James Evans, the late Dona Summerlin and Clifton Jennette Sr. of Dudley.

Given in marriage by her family and escorted by her brother, the bride wore a white satin A-line tank-style dress with satin-covered buttons in back to the waist. The bodice was decorated with iridescent crystal disks with flowers with pearl centers and seed pearl streams. The natural waistline skirt had a two-ribbon band with flowers matching the top insert at the bottom of the dress and bustled train.

For her headpiece, she chose a sequined flower veil with a corded edge.

Connor Lupton, niece of the bride, was maid of honor. Mackenzie Lupton, niece of the bride, was the bridesmaids.

Richard Jennette was his brother’s best man. Kenneth Lupton, brother of the bride, was the groomsman.

Anna Stover of Mount Olive, friend of the bride, was flower girl.

Mardi Lupton, sister-in-law of the bride, and Susan Kornegay, friend of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Miranda Rhodes, cousin of the groom.

A program of wedding music was provided by Alyssa Hill, friend of the bride, pianist, and Ron Sutton, friend of the bride, vocalist.

After a wedding cruise to the Bahamas, the couple is residing in Lucama.

The bride is a 1994 graduate of Rosewood High School. She is employed as a scheduler at Goldsboro Neurolog-ical Surgery and as a secretary/nursing assistant with Wayne Memorial Hospital’s recovery room.

The groom graduated from Southern Wayne High School in 1994. He is employed as a production specialist at Bridgestone/Firestone of Wilson.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the church.

On June 2, Goldsboro Neurological Surgery held a shower.

The Evans family held a wedding shower May 13 at the home of Marie Joyner, aunt of the groom.

Central Baptist Church held a shower May 7.

The groom’s mother held a rehearsal dinner at the Steak Barn. The couple chose this time to present gifts to their attendants.

Tomika M. Raiford and Sharn Cartest McCalop were united in marriage May 6 at 3 p.m.

Elder Kenneth D. Vaughn officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Bear Creek Association Headquarters Church.

Parents of the bride are Pastors George and Yolanda Beary and the late Brenda Raiford. She is the granddaughter of Delores Atkinson and Norwood Alston of Goldsboro.

Levy McCalop of Mount Olive and the late Dorothy McCalop are parents of the groom. He is the grandson of the late James and Carrie McCalop.

After a wedding trip to St. Thomas, St. Maarten and the Bahamas, the couple is residing in Dudley.

WINSTON-SALEM — Martha Porterfield Bennett and Samuel Daughtry Metzler were married at 6 p.m. June 10 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.

The Rev. Don Goodheart and Pastor Tyler Jones officiated.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Graham Bennett of Winston-Salem. Her maternal grandparents are Mrs. W. Maurice Bowman of Burlington and the late Mr. Bowman. Her paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Bert Bennett of Pfafftown.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Marty Metzler of Goldsboro. His maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Daughtry of Asheboro. His paternal grandparents are the late Mr. and Mrs. Paul Metzler.

The bride was escorted by her father.

The maid of honor was Ashley Lynn Pitt of Cornelius. Bridesmaids were Katherine Ruth Ambis of Ithaca, N.Y., Margaret McNeely Curtis of Mooresville, Ivey Jackson Furnas, Rebekah Grace Fulton, Buffy Sloan Smith and Catherine Reddick Whitehill of Durham, Alyson Bobbitt Jamison of Atlanta, Ga., Elizabeth Triplett-Martin of Winston-Salem, Joanna Rachelle Reule of Charlotte, Catherine Elizabeth Sherrill of Chapel Hill and Christin McGovern Stevens of Raleigh.

The best man was the groom’s father. Groomsmen were Mark Daughtry Metzler of Raleigh, brother of the groom; Stephen Bowman Bennett of Santa Rosa, Calif., and Graham Flanagan Bennett of Winston-Salem, brothers of the bride; and Bryan T. Hancock and Graham John Wooten of Goldsboro, Greg Sean Hook, John Harrison Merritt, Matthew Aaron Moore and Mark Russell Simmerson of Chapel Hill and Timothy Kivett Franklin of Harkers Island.

Lucy Paynter was the wedding director. Honorary bridesmaids and program and guest register attendants were the bride’s cousin, Caroline Ruth Stubblefield, and Eliza Bouldin Peebles.

Wedding music was provided by organist and cellist Tom Guth, double bassist Elizabeth Guth, cousin of the groom, violinist Susan Perkins, and soloist and guitarist John Merritt.

After a wedding trip to Mexico, the couple is residing in Chapel Hill.

The couple graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The bride is employed as a teacher’s assistant at Forsyth Country Day School in Lewisville. The groom works for the University of North Carolina System.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Graylyn Estate.

A bridesmaids’ luncheon was held at Rondthaler-Gramley House of Old Salem.

Several parties were given by family and friends, including a dinner held in Goldsboro by Sissy and Tommy Bell, Mary Ann and Jim Parker, Kim and Henry Smith and Lucy and Bill Warren.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at Old Town Club, followed by a wedding eve dance given by friends of the bride’s family.

The bride’s grandparents held an engagement party.

MOUNT OLIVE — LaShawn Denise’ Holloway of Smithfield became the bride of Steven Jasper Mitchener of Smithfield May 6 at 2 p.m.

Elder Kennie Jones and the Rev. Argo Matthews officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Stanley Chapel Free Will Baptist Church.

Charlie and Shirley Holloway of Mount Olive are parents of the bride. She is the granddaughter of David and Louise Peele of Mount Olive and Willie and Carrie Simmons of Washington D.C.

The groom is the son of Jasper and Bertha Mitchener of Selma. He is the grandson of the late Cornelius and Ida Badger of Smithfield and Beatrice and Tyrena Mitchener of Wilson Mills.

The couple is residing in Smithfield.

FREMONT — Teresa Michelle Chakona of Fremont became the bride of Jeffery Allen Nobles of Eureka May 20 at 2 p.m.

The Rev. David Thick officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Pleasant Hill Free Will Baptist Church.

Parents of the bride are Aubrey Lee and Joanne Meyer Chakona. She is the granddaughter of Grace Meyer of Winston-Salem and the late Joseph Meyer.

Grandparents of the groom are Willis and Nina Smith of Eureka.

Given in marriage and escorted by her father, the bride wore a handmade two-piece satin dress with a long train trimmed with ribbon along the edge .

For her headpiece, she chose a tiara with pearls and crystals. She carried cream, yellow and orange roses.

Vicky Brimberry, friend of the bride, was maid of honor. Crystal Hinson, sister of the groom, was the bridesmaid.

Justin Nobles was his father’s best man. Walter Wheeler, friend of the groom, was the usher.

Amber Lane, friend of the bride, was the junior bridesmaid.

Linda Pierce directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Lori Ann Berry. Jonathon Croom distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Alison Syverson, pianist, and Jimmy Martin, vocalist.

After a wedding trip to Atlantic Beach, the couple is residing in Eureka.

The bride is a 1997 graduate of Charles B. Aycock High School.

She attends Wayne Community College and is studying for her nursing degree.

She is employed as a board-certified technician with CVS Pharmacy.

The groom graduated from Charles B. Aycock High School in 1992.

He is employed as a corrections officer with Wayne Correctional Facility.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church fellowship hall.

Out-of-town guests were from Holden Beach, Wilson and Winston-Salem.

On April 30, Vicky Brimberry and co-workers of the bride held a miscellaneous shower.

The women’s auxiliary held a miscellaneous shower April 30 at the church fellowship hall.

On March 17, Connie Hough, friend of the bride, held a miscellaneous shower at Western Sizzlin.

A rehearsal dinner was held at the church fellowship hall. The couple chose this time to present gifts to their attendants.

HIGH POINT — Amy Nicole Brown and Dr. Ted William Parcel of Harrisburg pledged their wedding vows May 6 at 5 p.m.

Dr. Ken Bowman-Fulks officiated at the double-ring ceremony at First Presbyterian Church.

The bride is the daughter of Sue Pendergraft Wicker of High Point and Robert N. Brown Jr. of Goldsboro. She is the granddaughter of Aline Hatcher and the late Burdine Hatcher of Goldsboro and Marie Brown and the late Robert N. Brown Sr. of Mount Olive.

Parents of the groom are Ted and Kathy Parcel of Emmaus, Pa. He is the grandson of William and Jessie Bennett of Macungie, Pa., Jean Parcel of Lakeland, Fla., and the late Martin W. Parcel.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a white silk couture strapless gown with asymmetrical rouching. The lace-up corset back cascaded into a cathedral-length train.

For her headpiece, she chose a waist-length veil with Swarovski crystals and pearls. She carried a clutch bouquet of white and pink roses, green berries and stephanotis wrapped in French double-faced satin ribbon accented with pearls.

Tanya Hardy of Wilmington, friend of the bride, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Allison Pendergraft of Wilmington, cousin of the bride; Elizabeth Wicker of Hollywood, Calif., stepsister of the bride; Kristi Smith of Macungie, Pa., sister of the groom; and Sarah Fishel of Asheville, friend of the bride.

Matthew Hinman of Canton, Mich., was his friend’s best man. Groomsmen were Brian Parcel of Conway, S.C., brother of the groom; Michael Maffeo of Washington D.C. and Greg Alexander of Sunny Isles, Fla., friends of the groom; and Adam Smith of Macungie, brother-in-law of the groom. Ushers were Chuck Wicker of Atlanta, Ga., stepbrother of the bride, and Brian Moore of New York, N.Y., friend of the groom.

Meredith Frazier of High Point, friend of the bride, was the junior bridesmaid.

Melissa Hood and Lisa Farrar of Goldsboro, friends of the bride, were honorary bridesmaids.

Kayla Thornton of Goldsboro, cousin of the bride, was flower girl.

Dot Roundtree directed the wedding. Stacie Reeves of High Point, friend of the bride, distributed programs. Paula Carter of Greensboro, friend of the bride, distributed rose petals.

Rod Reeves of High Point, friend of the bride, was Scripture reader.

A program of wedding music was provided by Judith Millar, organist; Elizabeth Mosher, pianist; Cliff Mosher, vocalist; and Susan Gallimore, violinist.

After a wedding trip to Turks and Caicos, British West Indies, the couple is residing in Harrisburg.

The bride is an honor graduate of Pitt Community College with an associate’s degree in radiologic sciences and a diploma in computer tomography and magnetic resonance imaging. She is employed as an MRI technologist with Tristan and Associates.

The groom graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a bachelor’s degree in biology and Lake Erie Collage of Osteopathic Medicine with a doctor of osteopathic medicine degree. He completed his internship at Graduate Hospital of Philadelphia, Pa. He is completing his residency in orthopedic surgery at Pinnacle Health of Harrisburg, Pa. He was a member of Pi Kappa Phi.

Following the ceremony, a cocktail hour reception, dinner and dance were held at High Point Country Club.

On May 6, Stacie Reeves held a bridal brunch.

The groom’s family held a rehearsal dinner May 5 at Adams’s Inn of High Point.

On May 5, a bridesmaids luncheon was held at Willow Creek Country Club.

A golf tournament was held May 5 at Grandover Resort of Greensboro.

Tanya Hardy, Melissa Hood and Lisa Farrar held a boudoir shower in April in Myrtle Beach, S.C.

On April 9, the bride’s mother held a bridal shower in High Point.

Matthew Hinman held a bachelor party in April in Las Vegas, Nev.

March 23 through 26, Stacie Reeves held a lingerie shower and bachelorette weekend in Las Vegas.

The bride’s family held a bridal shower March 12 in Goldsboro.

On Feb. 10, co-workers at Lenoir Memorial Hospital held a bridal shower.

Family and friends held an engagement party Nov. 5 at the home of Charles and Sue Wicker.

Casey Brooke DeGrechie and William Donald Roberts Jr. were united in holy matrimony June 24 at 2 p.m.

Dr. Glenn F. Phillips Jr. officiated at the double-ring ceremony at First Baptist Church.

The bride is the daughter of Marian M. DeGrechie and Michael D. DeGrechie of Goldsboro. She is the granddaughter of the late Charles J. and Virginia D. Moore and the late Merle L. DeGrechie of Goldsboro and the late Robert DeGrechie of Vermont. She is the stepgranddaughter of Donna B. DeGrechie of Vermont.

Mr. and Mrs. Glynn Dixon of Mount Olive and William Donald Roberts of Dudley are parents of the groom. He is the grandson of Estene M. Roberts and the late Rodell Roberts of Calypso and the late C.W. and Lila H. Corbett of South Carolina.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a white silk charmeuse gown with an empire bodice with a deep V-neckline at the front and back. The empire bodice was beaded with Swarovski crystals and beaded detail. The gown had a mermaid-style skirt with a trumpet semi-cathedral train.

For her headpiece, she chose a cathedral-length veil accented with freshwater pearls. She carried a bouquet of lily of the valley and sweet pea.

Erin DeGrechie Buskey of Wrightstown, N.J., sister of the bride, was matron of honor. Summer Gail Blanchard of Goldsboro, friend of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Kelly Roberts Wallace of Mount Olive, sister of the groom, and Tara DeGrechie Kaupa of Goldsboro, sister of the bride.

William Bennett Shirley of Chapel Hill was his friend’s best man. Groomsmen were Jason Glynn Dixon of Clayton, stepbrother of the groom; Collie Hill Wallace III of Mount Olive, brother-in-law of the groom; and Jaison Brian Kaupa of Goldsboro, brother-in-law of the bride.

Ian Michael Settle of Goldsboro, nephew of the bride, was the junior groomsman.

Savannah Jade Perry of Goldsboro, friend of the bride, was flower girl. Joshua Segen Buskey of Wrightstown, nephew of the bride, was ring bearer.

Elsie R. Hooks directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Windy Williams of Faison, friend of the groom.

Colby James DeGrechie and Alex Michael DeGrehie of Rochester, N.H., cousins of the bride, distributed programs. Mr. and Mrs. James William Meeks of St. Louis, Mo., uncle and aunt of the bride, were Scripture readers.

A program of wedding music was provided by Carol Gray, organist, and Krista Cala, violinist.

The couple will take a wedding trip later. They will reside in Goldsboro.

The bride is a graduate of Goldsboro High School. She attends Wayne Community College’s dental assisting program.

The groom graduated from North Duplin High School. He is employed as a receiving manager at Belk’s.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church Elsie R. Hooks hall.

On June 23, a bridesmaids’ luncheon was held at the Royal Tea Room of Selma. The bride chose this time to present gifts to her attendants.

Elsie Hooks and ladies of First Baptist Church held a bridal shower June 11.

On June 3, the groom’s aunts held a kitchen shower in Paxville, S.C.

The groom’s family held a dinner and shower May 13 at the home of the groom’s grandmother in Calypso.

On April 30, Judy Holland and ladies of Bear March Church held a bridal shower.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at the church.

Laura Rachel Barwick and Dexter Alan Rouse pledged their wedding vows Saturday, June 17 at 5 p.m.

Dr. Dennis Atwood officiated at the double-ring ceremony at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph W. Wilson, grandparents of the bride.

Charles A. and Esther Jo Davis of Mount Olive and James A. Barwick Jr. are parents of the bride. She is the granddaughter of Joseph W. and Blanche Wilson of Mount Olive, Maggie Barwick and the late James A. Barwick Sr.

Parents of the groom are Gene and Scarlette Rouse of Seven Springs. He is the grandson of Sidney and Pearl Price, Betsy Rouse and the late Buren Rouse of Seven Springs.

Presented in marriage by her family and escorted by her papadaddy, the bride wore a formal gown of candlelight with a strapless neckline. The fitted bodice was embellished with pearls and sequins and a Basque waistline. The full Cinderella skirt was embroidered with silver threading accented with pearls and crystals on the front.

For her headpiece she chose a bandeau of freshwater pearls enhanced with crystal flowers.

Chancey Thompson of Dudley, cousin of the groom, was matron of honor. Heather Beaman of Mount Olive, friend of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Laura Smith of Goldsboro and Hannah Guilliams of Mount Olive, cousins of the bride.

Gene Rouse was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Aaron Barwick of Mount Olive, brother of the bride, and Brett Henderson of Tampa, Fla., and Kyle Miller of Waynesville, friends of the groom.

Honorary bridesmaids were Chrystal Jones of Deep Run and Beth Kennedy of Seven Springs, sisters of the groom.

Marian Kennedy of Seven Springs, niece of the groom, was flower girl. Cage Jones of Deep Run, nephew of the groom, was ring bearer.

Amy Smith, aunt of the bride, and Becky Glover and Sue Beaman, friends of the bride, directed the ceremony. Presiding at the register were Laura Shivar and Jimmy Person, cousins of the bride.

Mindy Glover, friend of the bride, distributed programs. Jimmy and Mary Guilliams, uncle and aunt of the bride, chimed the hour.

Special helpers were Carolyn and Alicia Withers.

A program of wedding music was provided by Kevin Gurley, vocalist, and Alan Daly, guitarist.

After a wedding cruise to the western Caribbean, the couple is residing in Mount Olive.

The bride is a 2002 graduate of Southern Wayne High School and a 2005 graduate of East Carolina University with a bachelor of science degree in elementary education. She is employed as a second grade teacher at Carver Elementary School.

The groom graduated from East Duplin High School in 2001 and North Carolina State University in 2005, with a bachelor’s degree in agriculture extension. He is self-employed as a farmer in Seven Springs.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at the home of the bride’s grandparents. Chrystal Jones and Beth Kennedy cut the wedding cake. Angie Sanders, Marie Daly and Karen Morgan were servers.

Hannah Guilliams and Beth Smith distributed favors. Preston and Will Daly distributed birdseed.

Laura Shivar, cousin of the bride, held a bridal luncheon June 16 at Goldsboro Country Club. The bride chose this time to present gifts to her attendants.

On June 14, a girls’ night out was held at Outback Steakhouse.

A guys’ night out was held June 14 at Sandpiper Seafood House and Oyster Bar.

On June 10, a bachelor party was held in Raleigh.

A weekend retreat was held June 9 in Topsail Island.

On June 3, the bride’s church family held a floating bridal shower at First Baptist Church of Mount Olive.

Co-workers of the bride held a bridal shower June 1 at Carver Elementary School.

On May 21, friends of the bride held a lingerie shower at the home of Sue Beaman.

Family and friends of the bride held a miscellaneous shower May 20 at Northeast Church.

On May 13, Kirby and Dana Southerland, cousins of the bride, held a shower at their home.

The Rouse family held a shower and dinner April 30 at the home of the groom’s parents.

On April 23, the Price family held a miscellaneous shower and cookout at the home of Sidney and Pearl Price, grandparents of the groom.

Ena Santos Bravo of Jacksonville and Jason Eugene Sellers of Jacksonville said their promises May 20 at 2 p.m.

Dr. Glenn Phillips officiated at the double-ring ceremony at First Baptist Church.

Parents of the bride are Morgan Ena Flores of Jacksonville and Luis Fernando Santos of Lima, Peru.

Parents of the groom are Danny Eugene and Linda Wells Sellers of Goldsboro. He is the grandson of James Ralph and Helen Wilson Wells and late Ethel Earney Sellers and the late William Eugene Sellers of Kings Mountain.

The bride wore a strapless white bridal satin gown adorned with pearls and sequins.

For her headpiece, she chose a fingertip veil with crystal beads. She carried a bouquet of confetti roses and yellow calla lilies.

The bride’s mother was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Jessica Acotto and Beatriz Newman, friends of the bride.

Danny Eugene Sellers was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Ethan Scott Sellers, brother of the groom, and Kevin Acotto and Kevin Stone, friends of the groom.

Nicolle Bravo, daughter of the bride, was flower girl. Peyton Cullison was ring bearer.

Elsie Hooks directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Linda Everhart.

A program of wedding music was provided by Carol Gray, organist, and Dave Parsons, vocalist.

The couple is residing in Jacksonville.

The bride is a graduate of Lima, Peru, high school and the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. She is employed as managing editor of the Jacksonville Globe.

The groom graduated from Eastern Wayne High School in 1995 and Wayne Community College with an associate’s degree. He is employed as a machinist at Naval Air Depot at Cherry Point.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in Elsie R. Hooks fellowship hall.

On May 19, a luncheon was held at the home of Bill and Jan Edgerton.

Friends held a shower May 7 at the home of Linda Everhart.

A rehearsal dinner was held at Ham’s Restaurant.

Holly Nicole Best of Greenville and Robert Lynwood Franklin Sutton exchanged vows June 3 at 4:30 p.m.

The Rev. Glenn Everett officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Daniels Memorial United Methodist Church.

The bride is daughter of Chester and Patsy Best of Goldsboro. She is the granddaughter of the late Georgia Smith of Valdosta, Ga., the late Jarman Smith of Orlando, Fla. and the late Chester and Julia Best of Goldsboro.

The groom is son of Frankie and Debbie Sutton of Goldsboro. He is the grandson of Harold and Sue Coltrane, Josephine Sutton and the late Jackie Sutton of Goldsboro. He is the great-grandson of Ethel Boyette of Goldsboro.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a strapless diamond white satin A-line gown. The bodice was adorned with Swarovski crystals, bugle beads, sequins and silver embroidery with a curved Basque waist. The back closed with satin-covered buttons embellished with Swarovski crystals and flowed into a chapel-length train with embroidery and beaded motifs at the hemline.

For her headpiece, she chose a comb encrusted with pearls and crystals attached to a diamond white illusion veil with a blusher.

She carried a clutch bouquet of white roses accented with lyiansthis and rosebuds.

Sharon Ann Brown of Woodbridge, Va., sister of the bride, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Candace Marie Hughes and Anna Fonvielle Vinson of Raleigh, Kelly Helms Knowles of Arlington, Va., and Brooke Deans Lawrence of Greenville, friends of the bride, and Virginia Josephine Sutton of Greenville, sister of the groom.

Frankie Sutton was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Kevin William Brown of Woodbridge, Va., brother-in-law of the bride; Bryan Columbus Coltrane of Goldsboro and Joshua Johnson Coltrane of Raleigh, cousins of the groom; Leland Leroy Lawrence of Goldsboro, friend of the groom; and Jackie Franklin Sutton of Goldsboro, brother of the groom.

Katherine Nicole Brown, niece of the bride, was flower girl. Colby William Brown, nephew of the bride, was ring bearer.

Shirley Deans directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Jeff and Tessa Denton, Ben, Anna and Claire. Kyle Cannon distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Ray Kennedy, pianist and vocalist, and Marian Kennedy, vocalist.

After a wedding trip to Charleston, S.C., the couple is residing in Goldsboro.

The bride is employed as a senior analytical chemist with Metrics Inc.

The groom is employed as a state-certified real estate appraiser with Eagles Properties Inc.

Following the ceremony, a dinner and dance reception was held at Goldsboro Country Club.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at the home of Jeff and Tessa Denton.

PRINCETON — Ashley Noel Poole and Joshua Earl Whisneant exchanged promises June 24 at 3 p.m.

Ferrell Hardison officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Whitley Church.

Parents of the bride are Michael I. and Lea Ann Poole of Goldsboro. She is the granddaughter of William Aurther and Lodema Wear Millsaps of Milan, Tenn., Ruth Robertson Kelly of Clinton, Ky., and the late Roger I. Poole of Hermitage, Tenn.

Parents of the groom are Jimmy Earl and Velena Marie Whisneant of Silsbee, Texas. He is the grandson of Silvia Marie Space of Vera, Okla., Melvin Sarris Coe of Talala, Okla., and Zelma Maxine Mercer and Aurther James Whisneant of Silsbee.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a strapless A-line gown with a sweetheart neckline covered in beads down to the waistline. It had a chapel train and a 3-inch band of beads around the bottom.

For her headpiece, she chose a tiara covered in pearls and rhinestones. She carried red roses.

Sarah Poole, sister of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Laci Roberts, sister of the groom; Lauren Grantham, Tracie Dowd and Wendy Johnson, friends; Caitlin Poole and Rachel Pool, sisters of the bride; and Abbey Watson, cousin of the bride.

Jimmy Whisneant was his son’s best man. Ushers were Rick Elmore and Anthony Parrott, friends. Groomsmen were Jason Roberts, brother-in-law of the groom, and David McClure, Kevin Dowd, Cesar Arocha, Jimmy Bryant, John Eskridge and Andy Stovall, friends.

Hollie Roberts, niece of the groom, was flower girl.

Kirsten Stovall directed the wedding.

Presiding at the register was Amanda Glisson, friend. Leann Pickard, friend, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Jared Grantham, Lauren Grantham and Rick Elmore, vocalists.

After a wedding trip to the Dominican Republic, the couple will reside in Silsbee.

The bride is a 2006 graduate of Wayne Community College with an AAS degree in business administration.

The groom graduated in 2001 with degrees in nutrition and anatomy and a master’s degree in biological mechanics.

He is employed as an evangelist in strength ministries with Power Force.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the carpenter’s house behind the church.

The bridesmaids held a personal shower May 17.

On May 7, Betty Grantham held a bridal tea at Whitley Church.

A rehearsal dinner was held at Whitley Church fellowship hall.

MOUNT OLIVE — Selena Rose Bizzell of Wilson and Lateef J. Wilson exchanged vows June 17 at 5 p.m.

The Rev. Thomas Raynor officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Evangelical Fellowship Center.

The bride is daughter of Linda Joyce Bizzell of Dudley and Dwight Bizzell of Mount Olive. She is the granddaughter of Alice Beatrice Dove and the late James Earnest Dove Sr. of Dudley and Mildred Bizzell and the late Lepolia Bizzell of Mount Olive.

The groom is the son of Jimmy and Caral Ann Wilson of Goldsboro. He is the grandson of the late Sarah Lee and the late George Lee of Devonshire, Bermuda, and the late Mary Wilson and the late James Henry Wilson of Goldsboro.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a beaded lace halter with full tulle skirt.

For her headpiece, she chose a rhinestone tiara with a cathedral-style veil. She carried a bouquet of roses.

Crystal Daniels, friend of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Candra Reid, Letecia Smith and Renita Allen, cousins of the bride, and Kim Williams, friend of the bride.

Larry Parks was his friend’s best man. Groomsmen were Julian White, friend of the groom; Terrence Bizzell, brother of the bride; and Danya Bizzell, cousin of the bride.

Brooke Dove, cousin of the bride, was the junior bridesmaid. D’Maurice Parker, son of the bride, was the junior groomsman.

Jordan Bizzell, niece of the bride, was flower girl. Matthew Fields, cousin of the bride, was ring bearer.

Bernadette Dove, aunt of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Tabetha Teachey-Baxter, friend of the bride. Malik Dove and Jamie Dove distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Kevin Alston, pianist, organist and vocalist, and Trina McClarin, vocalist.

After a wedding trip to Florida and the Bahamas , the couple is residing in Goldsboro.

The bride is a 1991 graduate of Southern Wayne High School. She attends Lenoir Community College for a nursing degree. She is employed with Cherry Hospital as a health care technician.

The groom graduated from Goldsboro High School in 1992. He is employed with Nova and The Edward Group as a CBS paraprofessional and habilitation technician.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Southern Wayne County Club. Tabetha Teachey-Baxter, friend of the bride, greeted guests. Bernadette Carter-Dove was mistress of ceremonies. Juanita Johnson, aunt of the bride, served the wedding cake.

Out-of-town guests were from Bermuda, Georgia, Maryland, New York, South Carolina, Virginia and Washington D.C.

The bride’s mother held a shower June 13 at her home.

On June 11, a surprise shower was held at the home of James and Bernadette Dove, uncle and aunt of the bride

A girls’ trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., was held May 26 and 27.

On May 31, co-workers of the bride held a surprise bridal shower.

Crystal Daniels held a shower May 20 at Herman Park Center.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at the church. The couple chose this time to present gifts to their attendants.

Angel Marie Reeves of Mount Olive and Mason Lamar Campbell of Mount Olive exchanged vows at a double ring ceremony on May 20 at 4 p.m. at the First Pentecostal Church with the Rev. Bill Rose officiating.

The bride was given away by her parents and escorted by her father.

The bride wore a formal gown of diamond white satin with a strapless neckline. The fitted bodice was accented with a draped panel adorned with an ornate floral embroidery cascading down the side of the skirt. The back bodice was closed with a corset back flowing into a semi-cathedral train that was beaded with a floral embroidery design. She chose a tiara headpiece of rhinestones and pearls extending into a two-tier veil of silk illusion. The brides bouquet consisted of silk coral pink flowers.

Her maid of honor was Barbara Ann Parrish. Bridesmaids were Deborah Ann Reeves, Maria Pennington, and Erika Jones. The best man was Mark Bunchanan. The ushers and groomsmen were Stephen Witt, Wayne Clemens, and Mustafa Springston. The flower girls were Jasmine Thigpen and Destiny Scott. The ringbearer was Dylan Campbell. The wedding director was Pam Bedford. The register attendant was Renee Whitfield. The program distributor was Michelle Scott.

Music was provided by Debbie Nichols. Other special helpers included Diane, Runt, Pearl, Snoopy, Charity, Tom, Rhonda, Gloria, Belva, and Carrie.

The bride is daughter of Marie Smith and Bobby Eugene Reeves of Dudley. She is the granddaughter of Helen Owen Reeves and the late Richard Herman Reeves of Mount Olive and Annie Mae Condon of Dudley and the late Jack Smith of Goldsboro.

The groom is the son of Diane and Mark Buchanan of Goldsboro. He is the grandson of Pearl Gurganus and the late Willie Gurganus of Goldsboro and Betty and Jim Buchanan of Goldsboro.

The couple spent the weekend at Atlantic Beach and reside in Mount Olive.

The bride graduated from Southern Wayne High School in 2004 and is currently attending Wayne County Community College in the dental field. She is employed at KinderKottage as a daycare teacher.

The groom graduated from Southern Wayne High School in 2004 and is employed with Georgia Pacific.

The rehearsal dinner was given by Annie Gurganus at her house. The reception was held at the American Legion. A bridal shower was given by Helen Reeves and Janie Maggard May 6 at Dixie Gurley’s house. A lingerie shower was given by Maria Pennington at her house on May 13. And a lingerie/bath and body shower was given by the staff of KinderKottage on May 15.

Kerry Leigh Harder of Goldsboro and John Roger Casey of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double ring ceremony on June 17 at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church, with Dr. Glenn Phillips officiating.

John Christopher Harder will give away and escort the bride.

The bride wore an ivory and champagne strapless gown with a rounded dropped waistline. The beaded lace features paisley motifs and adorns the lower part of the bodice, hemline and semi-cathedral train. The veil was semi-cathedral length in sheer tulle. The bride carried a bouquet of ivory and pink roses.

Friend of the bride Michelle Burleson of Raleigh and the bride’s sister Holly Dalton of Eden were the matrons of honor. Friends of the bride Janis Baumbarger of Elon and Molly Davis of Raleigh were bridesmaids. Friend of the groom Scott Stanley of Aiken was the best man. Friends of the groom Sam Miller of Goldsboro, Steven Borkowski of Wilmington, and brother of the bride Matthew Harder of Eden were the groomsmen.

The flower girl was niece of the bride Kayley Dalton. The wedding director was Mrs. Elsie Hooks. The register attendant was the groom’s sister, Mary Casey of Goldsboro. Bryce and Casey Wells, cousins of the groom, distributed programs. Carol Gray was the organist with Sherry Aycock providing the vocals. Brother of the bride, Scott Harder of Columbia, S.C. and sister of the groom, Amanda Casey of Goldsboro read scripture passages.

The bride is daughter of Susan Harder and John Harder of Eden and granddaughter of the late Norma Hinkins and Karl Hinkins of Grafton, W.Va., and Esther Harder and the late Cecil Harder of Lima, Ohio.

The groom is the son of Johnnie Casey and Roger Casey Jr. of Goldsboro and grandson of the late Mary Hicks and John Hicks of Pikeville and the late Jewel Casey and Roger Casey Sr. of Goldsboro.

The couple will vacation in Ochos Rios, Jamaica and now reside in Goldsboro.

The bride is a graduate of Elon University and previously worked for Guilford County and Wake County schools as a language arts teacher, and will work for Wayne County Schools next year.

The groom was an Eagle Scout and a graduate of Eastern Wayne High School. He is employed as a superintendent for Keen Plumbing Company, Inc.

The rehearsal dinner was held at Goldsboro Country Club, with the reception following at the Elsie R. Hooks Fellowship Hall. The shower was held at First Baptist Church in Goldsboro on April 30 with a shower in Eden on May 13.

Sandra Hatchell Jones of Goldsboro and Randy Dean Eubanks of LaGrange exchanged vows in a double ring ceremony at The Lord’s Table on May 27 at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Bill Wilson officiating and the reception following.

The bride is daughter of Pat Hatchell and Bill Hatchell of Goldsboro.

The groom is son of the late Julia Eubanks and Roger Eubanks of Kinston.

The bride was given in marriage by her children Justin and Carolina Jones, and escorted by son Justin Jones.

The bride wore an A-line gown of white satin with a strapless bodice adorned with iridescent sequins, pearls and silver beading.

The maid of honor was daughter of the bride, Caroline Jones. The best man was son of the groom, Devin Eubanks. The groomsman was son of the groom, Ian Eubanks.

The wedding director was Becky Hines.

The couple vacationed on a cruise in the Carribean and now reside in Goldsboro.

The bride is a 1980 graduate of Southern Wayne High School and a 1988 graduate of Wayne Community College with an associate degree in business administration. She is employed with Everett, Womble, Finan, Lawrence and Brown as a legal assistant.

The groom is a 1986 graduate of North Lenoir High School in Kinston and a 1995 graduate of East Carolina University with a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering technology. He is employed with Crouse Hinds as an assistant design engineer.

Michele Lockwood of Raleigh, became the wife of Brad P. Jordan, of Rocky Mount, on May 27 at 5:30 p.m. overlooking the beach at Gurney’s Inn and Resort in Montauk, N.Y.

The Rev. Joe Hinds officiated at the double-ring ceremony. The reception was held afterward in the ballroom at Gurney’s Inn.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Glennon of East Hampton, N.Y., and Mr. and Mrs. Gerard Lockwood of Port Washington, N.Y.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Perry Jordan of Rocky Mount, formerly of Goldsboro.

The bride is a graduate of Lynchburg College in Virginia, and is employed as the events coordinator at the Hunt Institute in Chapel Hill.

The groom is a graduate of Rosewood High School and the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. He is employed as a fifth-grade teacher at Phillips Middle School in Battleboro.

After the honeymoon trip to Turks and Caicos Islands, the couple will reside in Raleigh.

MOUNT OLIVE — Adrienne Monique Swenson of Mount Olive and Elliott Carson Kriger exchanged promises Saturday, May 20, at 2 p.m.

Drs. Greg and Tyanna Day officiated at the double-ring outdoor ceremony at Beautancus Community Building.

The bride is the daughter of Joel David and Lisa Draughon Swenson of Goldsboro. She is the granddaughter of Mary Keel Draughon, the late Oscar Landon Draughon and Kathleen Harbour Swenson of Goldsboro and the late Charles Swenson.

The groom is the son of Bobby and Becky Kriger of Mount Olive. He is the grandson of Hazel Southerland and the late Leslie Southerland of Mount Olive and Norma Kriger and the late Edmond Kriger of Dudley.

Given in marriage and escorted by her father, the bride wore a strapless A-line gown with a small train.

For her headpiece, she chose a white flower tiara with a waist-length veil. She carried wild flowers and daisies.

Natasha Swenson Moore was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Hannah Eason, Amber Ostheim and Holly Capps.

Bobby Kriger was best man. Ushers were Jason Lancaster, Garrett Ostheim and Jason Talton.

Micheala Jones and Skye Moore were flower girls. Jordan Jones was ringbearer.

Gail Brinson directed the wedding.

After a wedding trip to Topsail Island, the couple is residing in Beautancus.

The bride is employed as a hygiene assistant with Lane and Associates.

The groom graduated from North Duplin High School. He attends Mount Olive College for a double major in religion and history and a minor in English.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the community building. A four-tiered wedding cake was served.

On May 19, the rehearsal dinner was held at Beautancus Community Building.

Co-workers of the bride held a pantry shower.

The groom’s sisters held a bridal shower.

The bridesmaids held a lingerie shower.

ZIRCONIA — Jennifer Michelle Boren and Jess Arnold Maybin of Flat Rock were wed April 30 at 3 p.m.

Eddie Head officiated at the double-ring ceremony in a pasture below the home of the groom’s parents.

Bob and Jody Boren are parents of the bride.

Theron Larnce Sr. and Mary-Lois Maybin of Zirconia are parents of the groom.

After a wedding trip to Gatlinburg, Tenn., the couple are residing in Flat Rock.

WINSTON-SALEM — Martha Porterfield and Samuel Daughtry Metzler said their wedding vows June 10 at 6 p.m.

The Rev. Don Goodheart and pastor Tyler Jones officiated at the ceremony at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Graham Bennett of Winston-Salem. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. W. Maurice Bowman of Burlington, the late Mr. Bowman and Mr. and Mrs. Bert Bennett of Pfafftown.

Parents of the groom are Mr. and Mrs. Marty Metzler of Goldsboro. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Daughtry of Asheboro and the late Mr. and Mrs. Paul Metzler.

The bride was escorted by her father.

Ashley Lynn Pitt of Cornelius was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Katherine Ruth Ambis of Ithaca, N.Y., Margaret McNeely Curtis of Mooresville, Ivey Jackson Furnas, Rebekah Grace Fulton, Buffy Sloan Smith and Catherine Reddick Whitehill of Durham, Alyson Bobbitt Jamison of Atlanta, Ga., Elizabeth Triplett-Martin of Winston-Salem, Joanna Rachelle Reule of Charlotte, Catherine Elizabeth Sherrill of Chapel Hill and Christin McGovern Stevens of Raleigh.

Marty Metzler was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Mark Daughtry Metzler of Raleigh, brother of the groom; Stephen Bowman Bennett of Santa Rosa, Calif., and Graham Flanagan Bennett of Winston-Salem, brothers of the bride; and Bryan T. Hancock and Graham John Wooten of Goldsboro, Greg Sean Hook, John Harrison Merritt, Matthew Aaron Moore and Mark Russell Simmerson of Chapel Hill and Timothy Kivett Franklin of Harkers Island.

Lucy Paynter directed the wedding. Presiding at the register, distributing programs and honorary bridesmaids were Caroline Ruth Stubblefield, cousin of the bride, and Eliza Bouldin Peebles.

A program of wedding music was provided by Tom Guth, organist; Elizabeth Guth, double bassist; Susan Perkins, vocalist; and John Merritt, guitarist.

After a wedding trip to Mexico, the couple is residing in Chapel Hill.

The bride is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is employed as a teacher’s assistant at Forsyth Country Day School of Lewisville.

The groom graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is employed at University of North Carolina System.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Graylyn Estate.

A bridesmaids’ luncheon was held at Rondthaler-Gramley House of Old Salem.

Friends and family held showers.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at Old Town Club.

Friends of the bride’s family held a wedding-eve dance.

The bride’s grandparents held an engagement party.

Natasha Shiane Swenson of Goldsboro and Evans Randolph Moore Jr. of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double ring ceremony on April 21 at 3:15 p.m. at the Wayne County Courthouse with Magistrate Williams officiating.

The bride is the daughter of Lisa Jane Draughon Swenson and Joel David Swenson of Goldsboro, granddaughter of Mary Elizabeth Keel Draughon and Oscar Landon Draughon of Goldsboro and granddaughter of Kathleen Irene Harbour Swenson of Goldsboro and Charles Earnest Swenson of Macon.

The groom is the son of Dianna Bunch Moore of Windsor and Evans Randolph Moore and grandson of Lillie Mae Bunch, and Doug Columbus Bunch of Windsor, and Willie Moore of Mary Hill.

The bride was given in marriage by her father, Joel David Swenson. Their daughter, Skye E’Ja Moore, was the bridesmaid.

The bride graduated in 2000 from Wayne Community College. She is currently attending Johnston Community College pursuing her landscaping degree. She is a landscaper at J.T.’s Yard Works.

The groom graduated in 2000 from Wayne Community College. He is employed with Scott Heating and Air of Grantham as an HVAC installer.

The couple reside in Goldsboro.

FREMONT — Teresa Michelle Chakona of Fremont became the bride of Jeffery Allen Nobles of Eureka May 20 at 2 p.m.

The Rev. David Thick officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Pleasant Hill Free Will Baptist Church.

Parents of the bride are Aubrey Lee and Joanne Meyer Chakona. She is the granddaughter of Grace Meyer of Winston-Salem and the late Joseph Meyer.

Grandparents of the groom are Willis and Nina Smith of Eureka.

Given in marriage and escorted by her father, the bride wore a handmade two-piece satin dress with a long train trimmed with ribbon along the edge of the top.

Vicky Brimberry, friend of the bride, was matron of honor. Crystal Hinson, sister of the groom, was maid of honor.

Justin Nobles was his father’s best man. Walter Wheeler, friend of the groom, was the usher.

Amber Lane, friend of the bride, was the junior bridesmaid.

Linda Pierce directed the wedding.

The couple took a wedding trip to Atlantic Beach.

The bride is a 1997 graduate of Charles B. Aycock High School. She attends Wayne Community College and is pursuing her nursing degree. She is employed as a board-certified technician with CVS Pharmacy.

The groom graduated from Charles B. Aycock High School in 1992. He is employed as a corrections officer with Wayne Correctional Facility.

Laura Rachel Barwick and Dexter Alan Rouse pledged their wedding vows June 17 at 5 p.m.

Dr. Dennis Atwood officiated at the double-ring ceremony at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph W. Wilson, the bride’s grandparents.

The bride is the daughter of Esther Jo and Charles A. Davis of Mount Olive and James A. Barwick Jr. She is the granddaughter of Blanche and Joseph W. Wilson of Mount Olive, Maggie Barwick and the late James A. Barwick Sr.

The groom is the son of Scarlette and Gene Rouse of Seven Springs. He is the grandson of Pearl and Sidney Price of Seven Springs, Betsy Rouse of Seven Springs, and the late Buren Rouse of Seven Springs.

Presented in marriage by her family and escorted by her Papadaddy, the bride wore a formal gown of candlelight designed with a strapless neckline. The fitted bodice was embellished with pearls and sequins finding a Basque waistline. The full Cinderella skirt was embroidered with silver threading and accented with pearls and crystals on the front of the gown.

For her headpiece, she chose a bandeau of freshwater pearls enhanced with crystal flowers.

Chancey Thompson of Dudley, friend of the bride and cousin of the groom, was matron of honor. Heather Beaman of Mount Olive, friend of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Laura Smith of Goldsboro and Hannah Guilliams of Mount Olive, cousins of the bride.

Honorary bridesmaids were sisters of the groom, Chrystal Jones of Deep Run and Beth Kennedy of Seven Springs.

Gene Rouse of Seven Springs was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Aaron Barwick of Mount Olive, brother of the bride, Brett Henderson of Tampa, Fla., and Kyle Miller of Waynesville, friends of the groom.

Marian Kennedy of Seven Springs, niece of the groom, was the flower girl. Cage Jones of Deep Run, nephew of the groom, was the ringbearer.

Amy Smith, aunt of the bride, Becky Glover and Sue Beaman, friends of the bride, directed the ceremony. Presiding at the register were Laura Shivar and Jimmy Person, cousins of the bride. Mindy Glover, friend of the bride, distributed programs. Mary and Jimmy Guilliams, aunt and uncle of the bride, chimed the hour.

A program of wedding music was provided by vocalist Kevin Gurley and guitarist Andy Daly.

After a seven-day Western Carribean cruise, the couple will reside in Mount Olive.

Antoinette Johnson of Goldsboro and Mischell Jaques Sinclair of Greensboro exchanged vows in a double ring ceremony May 5 at 5:30 p.m. at Wedding Chapel by the Sea in Myrtle Beach, S.C., with the Reverend Dr. T.E. Grainger officiating.

The bride was given in marriage by her mother, Helen Johnson, and escorted by her brother, Connie Brown.

The bride wore a knee-length gown of ivory silk chiffon with matching scarf, asymmetrical overlay, double-ruffled hemline, a dropped back bodice and a silver tiara headpiece of rhinestone crosses and flowers. She carried a cascading bouquet of white roses and gardenias.

Sister of the bride Glenda B. Kornegay was the maid of honor. Nephew of the bride Jay-Shon White was the best man. Sandra Cox, sister of the bride, distributed programs. Chakelia Patterson, daughter of the bride, distributed bubbles.

The bride is the daughter of Helen Brown Johnson of Goldsboro and the late Connie Lee Johnson of Fremont. She is the granddaughter of the late Viola Battle and Herman Battle of Goldsboro and the late Elizabeth Johnson and Barney Johnson of Fremont.

The groom is the son of Willie Lee Matthews of Greensboro and grandson of the late Mary Ruth Headen and William Headen of Greensboro.

The couple took a four-day cruise to the Bahamas and now reside in Goldsboro.

The bride is a graduate of Goldsboro High School and Wayne Community College, with an associate degree in nursing. She is employed at Brian Center Health and Rehabilitation of Goldsboro as a registered nurse.

The groom is a graduate of Page High School in Greensboro and Davidson Community College. He is employed with Cooke’s Trucking Co. as a truck driver.

A surprise bridal shower was given by the bride’s co-workers at Brian Center on May 4.

The engagement party was hosted by the bride’s family at Hunting Ridge Clubhouse on May 7.

Tina Louise Wood of Four Oaks and Jeremy Adam Smith of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double ring ceremony at Stoney Creek Free Will Baptist Church on June 10 at 4 p.m., with the Rev. Gary Bailey officiating.

The bride was given away by her mother and father and escorted by her father.

The bride wore a strapless ivory satin A-line skirt, accented with a pool blue sash flowing down over the train, an ivory veil with a satin edging and a tiara headpiece of rhinestone crystals, pearls and pool blue flowers and carried a bouquet of white roses.

The sister-in-law of the bride, Lori Wood was the matron of honor. Father of the groom, Linwood Smith, was the best man. Tracy Wood, brother of the bride; Brandon Smith, brother of the groom; and Curtis Howell, friend of the groom, were ushers. Niece of the bride, Trinity Wood, was the flower girl. The wedding director was Dawn Gardner. The register attendants were John and Betsy Pritchett. Christy Jones distributed programs.

Music was provided by pianist Patsy Gardner and vocalist Kay Gurley and Arnold O. Jones II, with sound by Matthew Jones.

The couple vacationed in Morehead City and now reside in Goldsboro.

The bride is a 2001 graduate of South Johnston High School and a 2004 graduate of Johnston County Community College with an associate degree. She is currently attending East Carolina University majoring in elementary education.

The groom is a 2001 graduate of Charles B. Aycock High School and attended Wayne Community College. He is the owner of JS Landscapes.

The rehearsal dinner was hosted by the groom’s parents on June 9 at Madison’s in Goldsboro, with reception at Stoney Creek Church Fellowship Hall.

A floating wedding shower was held May 21 by family and friends at Stoney Creek Church and a bridal luncheon was given by the family at Walnut Creek Country Club was held June 3.

The bride is daughter of Dianne Temple Wood and Danny Wayne Wood of Four Oaks and the granddaughter of Louise Temple and Clifton Temple of Four Oaks and Josephine Wood and the late Ray Donald Wood of Benson.

The groom is the son of Jewel Adams Smith and Linwood Oliver Smith of Goldsboro and grandson of Mildred Adams and the late Raymond Adams of Seven Springs and the late Dixie Smith and Oliver Smith of Goldsboro.

Holly Nicole Best of Greenville and Robert Lynwood Franklin Sutton of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double ring ceremony June 3 at 4:30 p.m. at Daniels Memorial United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Glenn Everett officiating.

The bride is daughter of Patsy and Chester Best of Goldsboro and granddaughter of the late Georgia Smith of Valdosta, Ga. and the late Jarman Smith of Orlando, Fla. and Julia and Chester Best of Goldsboro.

The groom is son of Debbie Sutton and Frankie Sutton of Goldsboro and granddaughter of Sue and Harold Coltrane of Goldsboro and Josephine and the late Jackie Sutton of Goldsboro and great granddaughter of Ms. Ethel Boyette of Goldsboro.

Laura Christine Lewis of Troy and Cleveland Carlisle Wilkins II of Goldsboro exchanged vows in a double ring ceremony on June 17 at 2 p.m. at Saint Luke United Methodist Church with David Harvin officiating.

The bride was given away and escorted by her father.

The bride wore a white strapless tulle sheath with shirred bodice and beaded lace appliques, a fingertip veil headpiece with crystal beads, and carried a bouquet of white roses.

The matron of honor was Nancy Bean. The bridesmaids were Amy Lewis, Stephanie Lewis and Rowena Styron. The best man was Cleveland Wilkins. The groomsmen were Tim Brewer, Frank W. Fisher, III and Charles Royal.

The register attendant was Mary Wallace. Music was provided by organist Bess Edwards-Sawyer and vocalist Stacy Johnson. Personal attendant was Angie Miller.

The bride is the daughter of Rebecca Morgan and William Ernest Lewis of Troy. She is the granddaughter of Doris Morgan and the late Wade Morgan of Candor and Inge Lewis and the late Cecil R. Lewis of Troy.

The groom is the son of the late Molly Grady Wilkins and Cleveland Carlisle Wilkins of Goldsboro. He is the grandson of the late Annie I. Marshburn and the late Paul Grady of Goldsboro and the late Gertrude F. and Clyde W. Wilkins of Winston Salem.

The couple will vacation in St. Lucia and will reside in Goldsboro.

The bride is a 2000 graduate of Appalachian State, where she obtained her bachelor’s degree in business administration. She earned her Master’s in Business Administration Degree at Campbell University in 2004. She is employed with Johnson and Johnson in pharmaceutical sales.

The groom is a graduate of Campbell University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration. He is employed with East Coast Realty.

The rehearsal dinner was June 16 at the home of the bride and groom, with a reception following at the Arts Council of Wayne County.

A Passion’s Party on April 8 was hosted by Kim Whitfield and Barrett Parker, friends of the bride. A bridal shower on April 29 was hosted by Rebecca Lewis, mother of the bride. Girls Night Out on June 3 was hosted by Nancy Bean, sister of the bride.

A bridal lunch on June 16 was hosted by Joy Helfrich and Janet McNairy, sisters of the groom, and Jean Capps at Koi Asian Bistro.

Amanda Newsome Durham and Edward Morton Williams exchanged vows in a double ring ceremony June 10 at 2 p.m. with Dr. Glenn Phillips Jr. officiating at First Baptist Church in Goldsboro.

Earl Newsome of Sanford and Kathy Newsome of Clayton are parents of the bride. She is granddaughter of Lois Newsome and Martha Wolfe both of Goldsboro and the late Earl Newsome and Thomas Wolfe both of Goldsboro. Parents of the groom are Frank and Nelda Williams of Goldsboro and Jean Williams of Wilson.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a formal two piece gown of white bridal satin. Flower appliqués adorned with pearls and sequins embellished the strapless, V-line bodice and an A-line skirt. Her headpiece was a rhinestone tiara and a cathedreal length veil. She carried a bouquet of white roses.

Jennifer Melvin of Goldsboro, friend of the bride, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Karen Jennette of Raleigh, aunt of the bride, Sheryl Blanke of Goldsboro, and Stacy Sanderson of Goldsboro, friends of the bride. Derreck Williams of Goldsboro, brother of the groom, was his best man. Groomsmen were Don Scott of Goldsboro, John Hoover of Wilson, and Shane Praytor of Clyde, friends of the groom. Ian Newsome of Sanford, half brother of the bride, and Douglas Williams of Goldsboro, nephew of the groom, were ushers. Junior bridesmaids were Sydney and Michelle, daughters of the bride.

Laura Wolfe of Wake Forest, aunt of the bride, directed the ceremony. Presiding at the register was Renee Lancaster of Princeton. The wedding photographer was Thelma Hill of Kinston, aunt of the groom.

A program of wedding music was provided by pianist Anita Poland and vocalists Glenn Phillips and Jesse Gies. After a wedding trip to Oak Island, the couple will reside in Goldsboro.

Following the ceremony, a reception was given by family and friends of the bride and groom in the Elsie R. Hooks Fellowship Hall of First Baptist Church in Goldsboro. Bill and Ila Sutton greeted guests.

Frank and Nelda Williams, parents of the groom, held a garden rehearsal dinner on June 9 hosted by Bill and Anna White of Goldsboro.

On May 24, Goldsboro Physical Therapy held a shower for the bride.

On May 21, friends of the bride and groom held a floating shower at the home of Bill and Jan Edgerton of Goldsboro.

Vanessa Rae Salo of Seven Springs and Eddie Scott Beasley pledged their marriage promises May 13 at 4 p.m.

Dr. Jeffrey Wisdom officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Lane Tree Golf Club.

The bride is the daughter of Richard and Denise Salo of Midlothian, Va. She is the granddaughter of Steven and Beverly Stroh of Anoka, Minn., and the late Edwin and Alice Salo of Andover, Ohio.

The groom is the son of Robert and Lillian “Susie” Beasley of Seven Springs. He is the grandson of the late Ben and Mamie Sellars of Calypso and the late Ed and Clara Beasley of Seven Springs.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a strapless gown of white organza over satin. The rouched bodice and waist were embellished with crystals and pearls. The A-line skirt draped to the side and flowed into a chapel-length train.

For her headpiece, she chose a tiara of Swarovski crystals and pearls with an elbow-length veil enhanced with matching Swarovski crystals and pearls.

Teresa Salo, sister of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Stephanie Holley, sister of the bride, and Natalie Winders and Noelle Walston, friends of the bride.

Robert Beasley was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Neal Beasley, brother of the groom, and Robert Winders and Shelton Rouse, friends of the groom.

Madison McFee, friend of the couple, was flower girl. Josiah Salo-Harris, nephew of the bride, was ring bearer.

Denise Salo directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Ashley Longwell, friend of the bride.

A program of wedding music was provided by Bridgett Wise, friend of the couple, pianist, and Jessica Hightower, friend of the bride, vocalist.

After a wedding cruise to the Bahamas and Key West, Fla., the couple is residing in Seven Springs.

The bride is a graduate of Wayne Christian School. She attends Mount Olive College for a bachelor of science degree in recreation/leisure studies and a concentration in recreation therapy. She is employed as a direct care trainer with Skill Creations Inc.

The groom graduated from Eastern Wayne High School. He is employed as store manager of Piggly Wiggly of Mount Olive.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Lane Tree Golf Club.

On May 12, a rehearsal dinner was held at the Steak Barn. The couple chose this time to present gifts to their attendants.

Teresa Salo and Denise Salo held a bridal shower May 11 at the Village Green.

On May 5, Natalie Winders and Jessie Hightower held a lingerie shower at Texas Steakhouse.

The Cashwell family held a shower March 25 in Mount Olive.

Elizabeth Ann Hawley and Donnie Ray Bissette Jr. pledged their promises June 3 at 3 p.m.

The Rev. James Herring officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Belfast Pentecostal Holiness Church.

Parents of the bride are Gerald Dwight and Patricia Gail Hawley of Kenly. She is the granddaughter of Ercell Hawley and Christine Woodard of Kenly, the late Vernie Hawley and the late Pete Woodard.

The groom is the son of Donnie Ray and Barbara Marie Bissette of Goldsboro. He is the grandson of Raymond Lassiter of Goldsboro, the late Dorothy Lassiter and the late Edwin Lee and Mary Lula Bissette of Kenly.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a white satin ballgown adorned with beaded lace with back button detailing and a full chapel train accented with cutout lace appliqués.

For her headpiece, she chose a long white tulle veil attached to a silver tiara. She carried a bouquet of white calla lilies and stephanotis accented with ivy and white satin streamers.

Melissa Renfrow of Kenly, cousin of the bride, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Jenny Capps and Tiffany Crocker of Kenly and Hollie Cummings of Goldsboro, friends of the bride, and Heather Aycock of Kenly, cousin of the bride.

Donnie Bissette was his son’s best man. Ushers were Jamie Hawley of Kenly, brother of the bride; Brent Pope of Kenly, cousin of the bride; Ronald Renfrow of Kenly, friend of the bride; and Jason Harris of Goldsboro, friend of the groom.

Sarah Woodard of Kenly, cousin of the bride, was flower girl. Jacob Pope of Kenly, cousin of the bride, was ring bearer.

Caroline Pate of Fremont, cousin of the groom, was the miniature bride. Jonathan Lewis of Grantham, cousin of the bride, was the miniature groom.

Frances Pope, aunt of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Leslie Isenhour, friend of the bride. Ryne Pate of Fremont, cousin of the groom, and Matthew Lee, friend of the bride, distributed programs.

Sarah Woodard and Mikayla Pope, cousins of the bride, and Caroline Pate, cousin of the groom, were rice maids.

A program of wedding music was provided by Amy Mooring of Pikeville, friend of the bride, pianist, and Jamie Hawley, brother of the bride, and Hollie Cummings and Amy Mooring, friends of the bride.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple is residing in Kenly.

The bride is a graduate of North Johnston High School of Kenly and Wilson Technical Community College with child care credentials I and II. She is employed as assistant director of Jenny’s Kiddie Kastle of Kenly.

The groom graduated from Charles B. Aycock High School and Wayne Community College. He is a member of Belfast Fire Department. He is employed as a sign technician with North Carolina Department of Transportation.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception in the church fellowship hall.

On June 2, the groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at the church fellowship hall.

Marvene Creech, Emily Holland, Lena Grey Pope, Frances Pope, Elaine Coates and Bonnie Woodard, aunts of the bride, held a miscellaneous shower May 21 at Holly Springs Free Will Baptist Church of Kenly.

On May 6, the groom’s mother, Debbie Witherington, Annette Gurley, Kay Satterfield and the Rev. and Mrs. Eddie McKeel held a miscellaneous shower at Belfast Pentecostal Holiness Church.

Melissa Renfrow, cousin of the bride, and Glenda Hawley, aunt of the bride, held a pantry shower April 23 at Mt. Zion Free Will Baptist Church of Kenly.

Cassey Lyn Van Noske and William Gray Culbreth of Goldsboro were wed May 20 at 2 p.m.

Chaplain Towery officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Chapel.

The bride is the daughter of Robert Thomas and Mary Anita Van Noske of Goldsboro.

Parents of the groom are Teresa Radford of Princeton and the late Harvey Culbreth.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore an ivory gown with floral embroidery on the bodice and train.

She chose a hand-painted headpiece to match the embroidery on the dress with an ivory studded veil with gold trim. She carried a bouquet of ivory roses tied with an ivory ribbon.

Jeanette Van Noske was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Sarah Crouse, Amy Dodd and Bliss Parrish.

Buck Culbreth was best man. Groomsmen were Charlie Lawrence, Lafayett Hines and Chris Van Noske.

Brooke Neal was flower girl. Andon Culbreth was ring bearer.

Marie Olsen directed the wedding.

After a wedding cruise to the Caymen Islands and Jamaica, the couple is residing in Goldsboro.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Walnut Creek Country Club.

CENTRAL, S.C. — Laura Michelle Tegen Dowden of Kihei, Hawaii, (formerly of Goldsboro) and Henry Arnold Hedden of Kihei were wed March 18 at 2 p.m.

Ken Dill and Frank Hartsell officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Central First Wesleyan Church.

The bride is the daughter of Dale and Julie Dowden of Leesburg, Ga. She is the granddaughter of Herb and Kathleen Tegen of Central and James and Mary Dowden of Long Island, Va.

Parents of the groom are Arnie and Helen Hedden of Central. He is the grandson of Frances Wright and the late Thomas Wright of Central and the late Henry and Bernice Hedden of Highlands.

After a wedding cruise to the Caribbean, the couple is residing in Maui, Hawaii.

Crystal Marie Lewis of Rocky Mount became the wife of Bruce Jachmann of Rocky Mount June 2 at 6 p.m.

Jessica Shoneck officiated at the single-ring ceremony at Lane Tree Golf Club.

Kathy Lum of New Berlin, N.Y., and Frank Lewis of DeRuyter, N.Y., are parents of the bride. She is the stepdaughter of Jim Lum.

The groom is the son of Shirley Cavila of Robinson, Texas, and the late Joseph Jachmann.

The bride was given in marriage by her mother.

Dana Keppler was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Cathy Stelly and Kelly Bruni.

Andy Jenson was best man. Groomsmen were Jason Ciccone and Alex Jachmann.

The couple is residing in Rocky Mount.

The bride is a 1996 graduate of Princeton High School. She attends East Carolina University for a major in communication and a minor in business.

The groom graduated from Arlington High School of New York in 1990. He attends East Carolina University for a double major in political science and geography.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Lane Tree Golf Club.

The rehearsal dinner was held at the home of Cathy Stelly.

MOUNT OLIVE — April Michele Westbrook and Shelton Boyd Johnson were united in marriage Saturday, May 13, at 3 p.m.

The Rev. Marvin Bryant and the Rev. Betty Edwards officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Friendly Holiness Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church.

Ronald and Diane Westbrook of Newton Grove are parents of the bride. She is the granddaughter of Jean Pate of Pikeville and the late Rev. and Mrs. Graham Westbrook of Newton Grove.

Shelton and Janie Johnson of Newton Grove are parents of the groom. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Boyd and Catherine Smith of Newton Grove and the late Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Johnson of Grantham.

Escorted by her mother, the bride wore a candlelight gown with a strapless neckline. The fitted bodice was embellished with beaded lace accented with an asymmetrical waistline. The A-line skirt was beaded with a lace insert panel. The back bodice had a lace-up corset and cascaded into a semi-cathedral train enhanced with a lace panel adorned with pearls and sequins.

For her headpiece, she chose a tiara of rhinestones that extended into a two-tiered veil of silk illusion fashioned with bugle beads and sequins on the edge. She carried a bouquet of spring flowers of pink yellow, blue and white.

Allison Jordan of Clinton, friend of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Amanda Barefoot of Greenville, cousin of the bride; Tina Johnson of Newton Grove and Terra Rouse of Florence, sisters of the groom; and Jessica Matthews of Greenville, Amanda Jordan of Clinton and Mrs. Jordan Williams of Newton Grove, friends of the bride.

Shelton Johnson was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Alan Westbrook of Netwon Grove, brother of the bride; Aaron Rose of Wilmington, cousin of the bride; Bo Rouse of Florence, brother-in-law of the groom; and J.J. Garnett of Hope Mills, friend of the groom.

Teresa Wolf of Clinton, friend of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Mr. and Mrs. Danny Rose, uncle and aunt of the bride.

A program of wedding music was provided by Rose Moore of Mount Olive, pianist; Dr. Henry Goodman of Clayton, violinist; and Ashley Hartley of Mount Olive, friend of the bride, vocalist.

After a wedding trip to Riveria Maya, Mexico, the couple is residing in Greenville.

The bride is a 2002 graduate of Hobbton High School and a 2006 graduate of East Carolina University with a bachelor’s degree in nursing. She will be employed as an RN at Pitt Memorial Hospital’s cardiac surgical intensive care unit in July.

The groom graduated from Hobbton High School in 2000 and East Carolina University in 2005 with a bachelor’s degree in fine arts. He attends East Carolina University’s graduate program for wood design.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church fellowship hall.

On May 12, the groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at the Brass Lantern of Dunn.

Brenda Sullivan and Teresa Johnson held a bridesmaids’ luncheon April 29 at the Sullivan home in Selma.

On April 9, family and friends of the groom held a miscellaneous shower at Newton Grove Baptist Church.

Allison Jordan, Amy Lee and Amanda Jordan held a lingerie shower March 31 at the Lee home.

On March 12, family and friends of the bride held a miscellaneous shower at Friendly Holiness Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church.

WILMINGTON — Anjali Kay Prasad and Derek Trent McCumbee were united in holy matrimony June 3 at 5 p.m.

Dondi Pace and Tom Jaski officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Scotts Hill Baptist Church.

The bride is the daughter of Gail Prasad and Dr. H.N. Krishnaprasad of Goldsboro. She is the granddaughter of Novella Bradshaw and the late David Bradshaw of Goldsboro.

Janet McCumbee and Terry McCumbee of Leland are parents of the groom. He is the grandson of Grady Beck and Beatrice McCumbee.

Given in marriage and escorted by her father, the bride wore a strapless white satin princess-style gown accented with pearls and Austrian crystals.

Tara Shannon Prasad was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Christie Bradshaw, Brittney Bradshaw, Diana Waddell, Denise Garcia, Meredith McCumbee and Peggy Whitehead.

Shane McCumbee was best man. Ushers were Rajesh Prasad, Ryan Hall, Ryan Gilbert, Eric Jordan, Kip Futch and Brandon Beaver.

Diya Shreenath was flower girl. Rohan Shreenath was ring bearer.

Dawn Gardner directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Shelly Gross. Candace Swinson and Jessica Dail distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Kin Honeycutt, pianist; Tara Shannon Prasad, vocalist; and Nicki Tart and Bruce Padgett.

After a wedding trip to Hawaii, the couple is residing in LeLand.

The bride is a graduate of Charles B. Aycock High School and Barton Nursing School. She is employed as a nurse at New Hanover Memorial Hospital.

The groom graduated from Laney High School and Cape Fear Community College. He is employed as an engineer with Eastern Instruments.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s mother held a reception at Wilmington Riverside Hilton Hotel.

Friends of the bride held a party.

NEGRIL, Jamaica — Bridget Rena Lowery of Goldsboro and David Reid Moore of Goldsboro exchanged promises May 24 in a double-ring ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Wanda Gail Lynch of Greensboro and Freddie Daryl Lynch of Rocky Mount, Va.

The groom is the son of Thomas Parrot Jr. and Virginia Blair Moore of Wilkesboro.

The bride wore a strapless chiffon fitted silhouette with beading on the waistline with a sweep train.

Bridesmaids were Michelle Cobb and Ann Jones, friends of the bride.

Groomsmen were Scott Easton and Robert Valentino, friends of the groom.

After a wedding trip to Negril, the couple is residing in Goldsboro.

Ryan and Rhonda Merritt and Michelle Cobb held a wedding shower May 6.

On April 29, Scott Easton held a bachelor party.

Michelle Cobb, Ann Jones, Rhonda Merritt and Tara Williams held a bachelorette party April 29 in Raleigh.

On April 24, the bride’s employer, Commercial Business Systems, held a wedding shower.

Ashley Elizabeth Bell and Jesse Alan Ray pledged their marriage vows June 10 at 2 p.m.

Pastor Dann Patrick and the Rev. Charles Ray officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Faith Free Will Baptist Church.

Parents of the bride are Walter and Barbara Bell of Pikeville. She is the granddaughter of the late Stephen Sr. and Ruby Hunter and the late David and Mildred Bell of Morehead City.

The groom is the son of the Rev. Charles and Sherri Ray of Ball Ground, Ga. He is the grandson of the late Edna Callahan and Jesse Callahan of Lexington and the late Carolyn Ray and Jack Ray of Athens, Ga.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a white sleeveless A-line gown with a satin-draped front.

For her headpiece, she chose a two-tiered veil of silk illusion with a satin-corded edge. She carried a bouquet of pink stargazer lilies.

Kristie Baer of Gastonia, sister of the bride, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Charity Davis, Tiffany Garris, Jennifer Haas, Melissa Haas and Cara Smith of Goldsboro, friends of the bride, and Melissa Ray of Ball Ground, sister of the groom.

Josh Collett of Canton, Ga., was his friend’s best man. Groomsmen were Zachary Bell of Black Mountain, brother of the bride; Caleb Ray of Ball Ground, brother of the groom; and Ryan Allan of Lexington, Ky., Josh Francis of Basehor, Kan., Garrett Mason of Libson Falls, Maine, and Billy Miller of Christianana, Tenn., friends of the groom.

Meredith Baer of Gastonia, niece of the bride, was flower girl. Jackson Baer of Gastonia, nephew of the bride, was ring bearer.

Sue Floars and Paula Jones directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Jan Haas. Janice Rouse distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Mary Bell and Jan Haas, pianists, and Zachary and Mary Bell, Amber Mann and Janson Roberts, vocalists.

After a wedding trip to Cancun, Mexico, the couple will reside in Ball Ground.

The bride is a 2002 graduate of Faith Christian Academy and a 2006 graduate of Pensacola Christian College with a bachelor of science degree in graphic design.

The groom graduated from Crossroads Christian School in 2001 and Pensacola Christian College in 2005 with a bachelor of science degree in criminal justice. He is employed as a probation officer with Georgia Probation Management.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s family held a reception at the church. Attendants were B. Smith, Vicki Marcum, Joyce Corbett, Claudia Bruce and Roxie Davis.

On June 1, Charity Davis, Melissa Haas and Cara Smith held a lingerie shower.

Ladies of Faith Church held a miscellaneous shower May 23.

A rehearsal dinner was held at the church.

LAGRANGE — Deidre Nicole Berger and Brooks Hunter Sasser exchanged wedding vows June 10 at 3 p.m.

The Rev. Brad Williamson officiated at the double-ring ceremony at LaGrange First Free Will Baptist Church.

The bride is the daughter of Fred Irwin and Rebecca Martin Berger of LaGrange. She is the granddaughter of Leroy and Joyce Martin of LaGrange and Jim and Ruth Berger of Greenville.

Parents of the groom are Paul Allen and Georgie Carolyn Sasser of Atlantic Beach. He is the grandson of George and Vivian Mumford, Katie Sasser and the late Raymond Sasser of Kinston.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a Casablanca ivory A-line gown with a band at the strapless neckline and a rounded waistline. The band had a crystal beading and sewn pearl design. The plain front skirt has a split chapel-length train with an inset of organza decorated with beadwork.

For her headpiece, she chose a two-layered corded veil.

Mary Lynn Sanderson of Greenville was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Amanda Stroud and Addie Odom of LaGrange, Coleman Bell of Kinston, Tara Carroll and Leslie Riley of Raleigh, Courtney Haughey of Greenville and Carly Myers of Winston-Salem.

Allen Sasser was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Eric Keel of Snow Hill; Landon Minges, Miles Minges and Ben Stocks of Greenville; Reid Sasser of Kinston; Kyle Berger of LaGrange; and Brent Vaughn of Raleigh.

Madelyn Paige Sasser and Sydney Grace Sasser were flower girls. Justin Price was ring bearer.

Christine Parrish directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Lauran Herring and Elizabeth Price. Zachary Price and Dave Herring distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Daphine Pollock, pianist, and Becky Smith, organist.

After a wedding trip to Savannah, Ga., the couple will reside in Greenville.

The bride is a graduate of East Carolina University with a bachelor of science degree in elementary education.

The groom attends Pitt Community College.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Falling Creek Country Club of Kinston.

On June 4, Becky Berger held a bridal luncheon at Broken Eagle of Kinston.

The groomsmen held a bachelor weekend June 3 through 5 in Raleigh.

On May 20, the groom’s parents held a honey-do shower.

The groom’s mother held a bridal shower May 20 at Grace Baptist Church.

On April 30, Joyce Martin, Pam Herring and Sherry Price held a bridal shower at LaGrange Church.

The bridesmaids held a lingerie shower April 21 in Myrtle Beach, S.C.

April 21 through 23, the bridesmaids held a bachelorette weekend in Myrtle Beach.

Bailey Sasser, Maxine Watkins, Donna Smith, Pam Smith and Teresa Mozingo held a bed and bath shower April 2 at First Pentecostal Holiness Church of Kinston.

On Feb. 12, Mary Lynn and Paula Sanderson held a kitchen shower at Immanuel Baptist Church of Kinston.

A rehearsal dinner was held at the Vineyard of Kinston.

EMERALD ISLE — Amie Elisabeth Parrish became the wife of Christopher Euguene Sasser April 29 at 5 p.m.

Chad Lefler officiated at the double-ring beach ceremony at the Park Place House.

Parents of the bride are Danny and Phyllis Parrish of Goldsboro.

Gene and Susie Sasser of Mount Olive are parents of the groom.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a diamond white strapless chiffon gown embellished with turquoise and iridescent Swarovski crystals, bugle beads and seed beads. The A-line gown had a corset back and a sweep train.

Tracey Drake, friend of the bride, was matron of honor. Dana Parrish, sister of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Allison Taylor and Heather Kearney, friends of the bride, and Cindy Sasser, sister-in-law of the groom.

Gene Sasser, father of the groom, and Bill Sasser, brother of the groom, were best men. Groomsmen were Billy Brock Jr., Joel Smith, Allen Horton and Jimmy Gainey, friends of the groom.

Camber Sasser, niece of the groom, was the junior bridesmaid. Hayden Sasser, nephew of the groom, was the junior groomsman.

Darcy Sasser, niece of the groom, was flower girl. Liam Sasser, nephew of the groom, was ring bearer.

MaryBeth Crumpler, friend of the couple, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Jerry Huffman and Stacey Turnage, friends of the couple.

Adam Montague, friend of the couple, was personal assistant.

A program of wedding music was provided by Danny Parrish, father of the bride, and Dana Parrish, sister of the bride.

After a wedding trip to Key West, Fla., the couple is residing in Indian Springs.

The bride is a 1998 graduate of Eastern Wayne High School and a 2002 graduate of Johnston Community College with a degree in graphic design. She is employed as a graphic designer with the Goldsboro News-Argus.

The groom graduated from Southern Wayne High School in 1992 and Wayne Community College in 1994. He is employed as a sales representative with Number One Builders and is owner of Life Saver Pool Fences of the Carolinas.

Following the ceremony, a reception and dance were held at the Park Place House.

On April 28, a rehearsal dinner was held at the Park Place House. The couple chose this time to present gifts to their attendants.

Co-workers of the bride held a miscellaneous shower March 28 at the Goldsboro News-Argus.

On March 11, friends of the groom held a lawn and garden shower.

Dana Parrish and Tracey Drake held a room-to-room shower March 4 at the Drake home.

On Feb. 19, family and friends of the groom held a bridal shower at the home of the groom’s mother.

WARSAW — Crystal Eileen Troublefield became the bride of Deshaune Dwight Turner Saturday, June 3, at noon.

The Rev. Levoin Troublefield, father of the bride, officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Prayer of Faith Evangelical Church, assisted by the Rev. Charlie Howell.

Parents of the bride are the Rev. and Mrs. Levoin Troublefield of Warsaw.

Parents of the groom are Fannie Turner and Edward Fields of Henderson. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Fields of Henderson.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a floor-length gown with a bossed-shaped neckline and a cathedral train of satin and beaded lace. The fitted sheer beaded bodice featured a dropped waist with princess seams. Lace motifs encrusted with pearls and sequins outlined the neckline and appliquéd the bodice and sleeves. Satin bridal buttons fastened the lace and sequin-ornamented scooped back.

For her headpiece, she chose a waltz-length tiered veil of lace embellished with pearls and outlined with satin trim attached to a crystal-adorned tiara. She carried a cascading crescent bouquet of lavender tea roses, lavender and white statice, baby’s breath, fern, white freenia and ivy.

Chickia Miller of Fayetteville, friend of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Kenisha Darden of Kinston and Latisha Teasley and Armecia White of Greensboro, friends of the bride; Jennifer Kaalund of Greenwich, Conn., and Kimberly Whitfield of Greenville, sisters of the bride; Ashley Whitfield of Greenville, niece of the bride; and Danielle McGowan of Durham, cousin of the bride.

Carlton Turner of Henderson was his cousin’s best man. Groomsmen were Eugene Austin, Darius Ragland and Harry Thorpe of Henderson, Kevin Henderson of Raleigh and Tracy Turner of Greensboro, cousins of the groom, and Larry Mann and Brandon Martin of Henderson, friends of the groom. Ushers were Eric David and Brandon White of Greensboro Brandon Sanders of High Point, friends of the groom.

Aniya Whitfield of Greenville, niece of the bride, was flower girl. Cristian Summers of Henderson, cousin of the groom, was ring bearer.

Benjamin Sloan of Greensboro, nephew of the bride, was broom carrier.

Sonja Sloan, sister of the bride, and Eunice Hopkins, friend of the bride’s family, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Teresa McGowan of Durham, cousin of the bride.

After a wedding trip to St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, the couple is residing in Greensboro.

The bride is a 2000 graduate of James Kenan High School and a 2006 graduate of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University with a bachelor of science degree in nursing and early childhood development.

The groom graduated from Northern Vance High School of Henderson. He is employed as a store manager of Radio Shack of Martinsville, Va.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s family held a reception at Duplin Commons. Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Majors of Jacksonville and Mr. and Mrs. Robert McGowan and Mr. and Mrs. Dewro Williams of Warsaw, uncles and aunts of the bride, greeted guests. Hostesses were Lucy Mayes and Selena Moore of Kinston, friends of the bride’s family, and Beverly McGowan of Angier and Veronica Williams and Sheila Williams of Warsaw, cousins of the bride. A three-tiered wedding cake over a cascading fountain surrounded by eight miniature cakes was served.

Out-of-town guests were from Connecticut, Washington D.C., Mount Olive, Kinston, LaGrange, Greenville, Wilmington, Henderson, Snow Hill, Raleigh, High Point and Greensboro.

Erin Michelle Vaccarello and Jason William Arnau of Goldsboro exchanged promises June 3 at 2:30 p.m.

Deacon Webster James officiated at the double-ring ceremony at St. Mary Church.

The bride is the daughter of Mark and Julie Vaccarello of Goldsboro. She is the granddaughter of Natalino and Pierina DeVeronica of Syracuse, N.Y., and the late Dominick and Phyllis Vaccarello.

Parents of the groom are Jimmie and Penny Holmes of Seven Springs and William and Karen Arnau of Wilmington. He is the grandson of Eva Wall of Mount Olive, the late Edgar Wall, Greta Robertson of Wilmington and the late William C. Arnau.

Given in marriage and escorted by her father, the bride wore a white strapless dress.

Reneha Arnau was matron of honor. Nicole Russell of Phoenix, Ariz., was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Amy Lane, sister of the bride, and Jeanenne Mumford, sister of the groom.

Jonathan Arnau was his brother’s best man. Ushers were Jason Scott, Jay Hill and Adam Herring.

Claudia Wiggins was flower girl. Tyler Lane, nephew of the bride, was ring bearer.

Teresa Kemp distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Phil Eubanks, pianist.

After a wedding cruise to the Bahamas, the couple is residing in Goldsboro.

The bride is a graduate of Johnston Community College with an associate degree in applied science. She is employed as a radiographer at Nash General Hospital.

The groom graduated from Wane Community College’s auto body program. He is employed a an auto body technician with C&C Auto Restoration.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Walnut Creek Country Club.

Julie Vaccarello, Reneha Arnau, Jeanenne Mumford and Penny Holmes held a bridal shower at the Holmes home.

A rehearsal dinner was held at Billie’s Restaurant.

TOPSAIL BEACH — Emily La Ree Jorgensen of Albuquerque, N.M., and Jesse Aycock Blackman Jr. of Albuquerque said their vows May 19 at 5 p.m.

Dr. Wallace Kirby officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Emma Anderson Memorial Chapel.

Parents of the bride are the late Sharon L. Jorgensen of Somers, Conn., and Paul R. Jorgensen Sr. of Dataw Island, S.C. She is the granddaughter of the late Charlotte I. Talley and H. Edward Talley of Kingston, Okla., and the late Gunnar P. and Eleanor K. Jorgensen of Somers.

Dr. Jesse Aycock Sr. and Norma K. Blackman of Fremont are parents of the groom. He is the grandson of Clyde E. and Norma S. King of Goldsboro and Elizabeth A. Blackman and the late John W. Blackman of Fremont.

The bride was given in marriage by her father and three brothers and escorted by her father.

Christine M. Grondin was matron of honor. Elizabeth G. Blackman was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Meghan R. Malone-Moses, Beth Jorgensen and Beth Smiley.

Dr. Jesse A. Blackman Sr. was best man. Ushers were Sam Evans, Alex Blackman, Paul R. Jorgensen Jr. and Eric Jorgensen. Groomsmen were Kris Pate, Shawn Fahey, Kurt Jorgensen and Jack Morton.

Rachel Munro directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Mallory Peacock, Mary Clyde Peacock and Blythe Evans. Miranda Evans and Hadley Peacock distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by a string trio from Wilmington.

After a wedding trip to the Outer Banks, the couple is residing in Albuquerque.

The bride is a graduate of Auburn University with an undergraduate degree in health promotion, Wayne State University of Michigan with a master of arts degree in sports administration and the University of New Mexico with an MBA. She is a member of Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority. She attends the University of New Mexico for a Ph.D. in sport administration.

The groom graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a bachelor of arts degree in physical education, Appalachian State University with a master of arts degree in sport management and the University of New Mexico with an MBA and Ph.D. in sport administration. He is employed as assistant director of media relations at the University of New Mexico.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the Assembly building at Topsail Beach.

On May 18, Susan Haakonsen-Jorgensen held a bridesmaids’ luncheon in Topsail Beach.

A cookout was held May 17 at the Blackman family beach cottage in Topsail Beach.

A rehearsal dinner was held at Breezeway Restaurant of Topsail Beach.

Diana Constance Walters became the wife of Timothy Brandon Bryant of Hudson June 3 at 3:30 p.m.

Pastor Gun Ho Lee officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Korean Presbyterian Church.

The bride is the daughter of Allan Jay and Ki-un Walters of Goldsboro. She is the granddaughter of the late Nam Mun Ou and Kim Pok Sun of Seoul, Korea, and the late David and Mary Walters of New Windsor, N.Y.

The groom is the son of Herbert Allen and Deborah Beth Bryant of Lenoir. He is the grandson of Mary Jane Smith and the late Teddy Smith of Hudson and Herbert and Mamie Bryant of Lenoir.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore an ivory A-line strapless gown embellished with crystal beading. The back bodice closed with satin-covered buttons.

For her headpiece, she chose an ivory symphony veil.

Carolyn Scandura was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Lindsey Baker, Nicole Baker and Anne Hamilton.

Chad Simms was best man. Groomsmen were Robbie Stevens, Jon Greer and Nicholas Walters.

Rachel Kreisle was flower girl. Seann Walters, son of the bride, was ring bearer.

Iris Battle directed the wedding. Nicholas Walters and Robbie Stevens distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Ashley Thigpen, pianist.

After a wedding trip to the Outer Banks, the couple will reside in Goldsboro.

The bride is a 2002 graduate of Eastern Wayne High School and a 2006 graduate of Lenoir Community College with a certificate in esthetics. She is employed as an esthetician with Bella Reneu Medical Spa.

The groom graduated from South Caldwell High School in 2002. He is serving in the Air Force.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Officers’ Club ballroom.

On May 20, the groom’s mother and grandmother held a bridal shower at Blue Ridge Baptist Church of Hudson.

A rehearsal dinner was held at Korean Presbyterian Church fellowship hall.

Ashley Gray Smith became the wife of Alan Hansel Fricks May 20 at 6 p.m.

The Rev. Gary Bailey officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Stoney Creek Free Will Baptist Church.

The bride is the daughter of Bobby Roy and Angela Renfrow Smith of Goldsboro. She is the granddaughter of Hilda Aycock Renfrow and the late Alton Etheridge Renfrow of Kenly and the late O’Neal and Blanche Smith of Goldsboro.

John Joseph Sr. and Phyllis Anita Fricks of Goldsboro are parents of the groom. He is the grandson of Charles and Dorothy Warren and the late William and Dale Fricks of Rome, Ga.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of candlelight with a strapless sweetheart neckline. The fitted bodice was enhanced with layers of pleated satin and organza and ended in a dropped waistline. It had an A-line skirt. The hemline featured layers of pleated satin and organza. The back bodice closed with satin bridal buttons cascading down the chapel train.

For her headpiece, she chose a comb adorned with pearls and sequins that extended into a two-tiered veil of silk illusion with a satin corded edge.

Lisa Hatem, sister of the bride, was matron of honor. Brittany Taylor, friend of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Melissa Smith, sister-in-law of the bride; Pamela Lawrence, sister of the groom; and Jennifer Fricks, sister-in-law of the groom.

John Fricks Sr. was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were John Fricks Jr. and Tony Fricks of Brandon, Fla., brothers of the groom; John Fricks III, nephew of the groom; and Darian Smith, brother of the bride.

Anna Clair Hatem, niece of the bride, was flower girl. Carson Hatem, nephew of the bride, and Andrew Fricks, nephew of the groom, were ring bearers.

Dawn Gardner directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Stephany Speck, friend of the bride. Lani Fricks, niece of the groom, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Kimberly Honeycutt, pianist; Kristie Bailey, organist; Walt and Caroline Anderson of Little River, S.C., Matt Bartlett and Casey Sutton, vocalists; and Chris Wheeler, sound technician.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple is residing in Chesapeake, Va.

The bride is a 2005 graduate of Eastern Wayne High School. She attended Wayne Community College. She will attend Old Dominion University of Virginia for a bachelor’s degree in business finance.

The groom graduated from Eastern Wayne High School in 2000 and Mount Olive College in 2005 with a degree in computer information systems and business management. He is serving in the Navy as a cryptologic technician.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church fellowship hall.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner May 19 at Madison’s.

On May 18, the couple held prewedding party at Logan’s.

Brenda and Brittany Taylor held a bridal shower May 6 at the home of Angela Smith.

On April 30, Hilda Renfrow and Terry Drake held a bridal shower at the home of Angela Smith.

Lisa Hatem and Melissa Smith held a bridal shower April 9 at the Smith home.

Emily Katherine Creech and Ryan Thomas Holland were married Saturday, June 3, at 4 p.m.

The Rev. Joe Cox officiated at the double-ring ceremony at St. James Methodist Church.

The bride is the daughter of Jim and Debbie Creech of Greenville. She is the granddaughter of Velma Smith of Goldsboro and Mamie Harris of Wilmington.

Rick and Sandra Holland of Greenville are parents of the groom. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Baker of Mount Olive.

The bride was escorted by her father.

Tricia Torrible of Chapel Hill was matron of honor. Shannon Vaughn of Norwood was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Whitney Holland of Greenville, sister of the groom; Kathleen Castillo, Rebecca David and Meredith Edwards of Greenville; and Ashley Mann of Sanford.

Rick Holland was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were David Creech of Wilmington, brother of the bride; Bryan Bunn, Chris Hastings and Byron Murphy of Greenville; and Richard Jones of Gainesville.

Madeline Cox and Eve Ellis of Greenville were flower girls. Hayden Cox of Greenville was ring bearer.

Marianne Cox of Greenville and Sara Davis of Cary were Scripture readers.

Presiding at the register was Claire Edwards of Savannah, Ga. Thomas, Parker and Philip Ellis of Greenville distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Frances Cain, Clarie Stevens, Matt Williams and Patti Williams.

After a wedding trip to Anguilla, the couple will reside in Winterville.

The bride is a graduate of East Carolina University with a degree in elementary education.

The groom graduated from East Carolina University with a degree in health education and promotion. He attends Brody School of Medicine.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Rock Springs Center.

PRINCETON — Crystal Marie Hulbert and Christopher Louis Peedin were united in marriage April 29 at 5 p.m.

The Rev. Joshua Williamson officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Hepzibah Baptist Church.

Linda Graham of Goldsboro and Donald Hulbert of Troy are parents of the bride. She is the granddaughter of the late Susie and Owney Knowles of Mount Olive and Sophronia Hulbert and the late Charles Hulbert of Wallace.

Debra Flowers of Goldsboro and Wayne Peedin of Princeton are parents of the groom. He is the grandson of Louis and Ofelia Heidelmeier of Goldsboro and the late Thurman and Alice Peedin of Princeton.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore an A-line strapless gown with a multi-colored floral embroidery overlay around the top, waist and train.

For her headpiece, she chose a two-tiered veil with hand-beaded floral trimming to match the dress.

Dawn Dixon, cousin of the bride, was maid of honor.

Wayne Peedin was his son’s best man. Ushers were Danny Edwards, friend of the groom, and Matthew Graham, stepbrother of the bride.

Kim Rogers of LaGrange directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and distributing programs were Jennifer and Cynthia Peedin, stepsisters of the groom.

After a wedding trip to Jamaica, the couple is residing in Goldsboro.

The bride is a graduate of Southern Wayne High School.

The groom graduated from Eastern Wayne High School. He attends North Carolina Wesleyan College.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Best Western.

On April 28, the groom’s family held a rehearsal dinner at Hepzibah Baptist Church fellowship hall.

The church held a pounding shower April 9.

On April 1, the bride’s mother held a bridal shower.

Brandi Renee Tripplett became the bride of Christopher Bret Strickland Saturday, June 3, at 6:30 p.m.

The Rev. Rick Ward officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Walnut Creek Country Club.

Parents of the bride are Johnny Franklin Tripplett and Vickie Phipps Tripplett of Goldsboro. She is the granddaughter of Nadine Harrell Crumpler and the late Noah Ham Phipps of Goldsboro and Mary Hart Tripplett and the late Frank Luther Tripplett of Snow Hill.

Parents of the groom are Robert Wyatt Strickland and Alma Sutton Strickland of Goldsboro. He is the grandson of Marjorie Wilson Sutton and Charlie Carl Sutton of LaGrange and Sallie Herring Strickland and the late Charles Brantley Strickland of Goldsboro.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of Alencon lace over tulle with a square neckline accented with spaghetti straps. The fitted bodice was embellished with a satin waistband adorned with a candy box bow. The A-line skirt was enhanced with a scalloped hem. The back closed with bridal buttons and cascaded into a semi-cathedral train.

For her headpiece, she chose a tiara of rhinestones that extended into a two-tiered veil of silk illusion adorned with scattered crystals with a pencil edge. She carried a clutch-style bouquet of green hydrangeas with Oceana and pink Anna roses in a circular style accented with variegated pitt wrapped and tied with white chiffon ribbon.

Charissa Lynn Pollock of Goldsboro, sister of the bride, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were April Strickland Aycock, sister of the groom; Misty Aleisha Nassef of Carolina Beach and Kayla Ashley Harrell of Fountain, cousins of the bride; and McKenzie Herring Lee of Pikeville, Melissa Raye Radford, Leslie Smith Hunter and Carla Futrell Tino of Goldsboro and Wendy Smith Hair of LaGrange, friends of the bride.

Robert Wyatt Strickland was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Robert Charles Strickland of Goldsboro, brother of the groom; Lester Paul Aycock of Goldsboro, brother-in-law of the groom; David Allen Pollock of Goldsboro, brother-in-law of the bride; Scott Sutton Hardy of LaGrange, cousin of the groom; and Phillip Walker Moye of Wilmington, David Dwight Johnson of Greensboro, Henry Francis Labrecque III of Clayton and Troy Michael Smothers of Goldsboro, friends of the groom. Ushers were David Morrison Underwood and Chadwick Brian Barnes of Goldsboro, Ronald Jeffrey Prince of LaGrange and Michael Keith Smith and John Jacob Dail III of Charlotte, friends of the groom.

Honorary bridesmaids were Mallory Elizabeth Strickland, Abbey Nicole Strickland, Madison Laurie Aycock, Alexandra Hope Strickland and Brooklyn Alexis Pollock, nieces of the couple.

Honorary groomsmen were Evan Paul Aycock, Aubrey Franklin Pollock and Logan Alexander Pollock, nephews of the couple.

Catherine Elaine Triplet of Goldsboro, aunt of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Stacie Lynn Vaughan of Goldsboro, friend of the bride. Joy Stone Ingram of Pikeville, friend of the bride, distributed programs.

Ladelle Strickland Smothers of Goldsboro, friend of the bride, was the reader.

Wanda Davis Strickland of Goldsboro, sister-in-law of the groom, and Veronica Luna Davis of Goldsboro, friend of the couple, were personal assistants to the couple.

A program of wedding music was provided by Bobbi Ann Crawford of Goldsboro, pianist and vocalist; Ronald Crawford of Goldsboro, vocalist; and Paige Vickory Barwick of Mount Olive, violinist.

After a wedding trip to St. Kitts and Nevis, the couple will reside in Goldsboro.

The bride is a 1996 graduate of Greene Central High School and a 2000 graduate of East Carolina University with a bachelor of science degree in business administration. She is employed as assistant sales manager with Park Designs.

The groom graduated from Eastern Wayne High School in 1992 and Campbell University in 1997 with a bachelor of science degree in business administration. He is employed as a senior vice president of marketing with Atlantic Casualty Insurance Co.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception and dance at Walnut Creek Country Club. Mr. and Mrs. George Thompson, family friends of the groom, greeted guests. Any Nicole Carter of Dudley, friend o the bride, served the wedding cake. Tonya Rodriguez of Goldsboro, friend of the bride, presided at the gift table. Catherine Elaine Triplet was director.

On June 2, the groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at Walnut Creek Country Club. The groom chose this time to present gifts to his attendants.

Friends and sister of the bride held a lingerie shower May 20 at the home of Jerry and McKenzie Lee.

On May 13, April Aycock, sister of the groom, and Marianna Tillman, aunt of the groom, held a bridal brunch at the home of Paul and April Aycock. The bride chose this time to present gifts to her attendants.

Co-workers of the bride held a shower May 11 at Park Designs.

May 5 through 7, friends of the bride held a girls’ weekend in Wilmington.

Friends of the groom held a bachelor party weekend May 4 through 7 in Key West, Fla.

April 28 through 30, friends of the bride held a bachelorette party weekend in Key West.

On April 23, friends and family of the groom held a miscellaneous bridal shower at Saulston United Methodist Church.

Relative of the bride held a miscellaneous bridal shower April 1 at the home of the bride.

On March 18, friends of the couple held an around-the-clock couple’s shower at the home of Scott and Wendy Hair.

Friends of the groom’s family held a party March 11 at the Steak Barn.

PRINCETON — Brandi Lynn Bridgers and Jason Mark Talton pledged their promises May 20 at 2:30 p.m.

The Rev. Bobby Fletcher officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Princeton United Methodist Church.

Parents of the bride are Robert A. and Becky P. Bridgers of Dudley. She is the granddaughter of Roger and Lee Pilgrim of Forest City, Robert G. Bridgers of Dudley and Donald and Doris Shipton of Lugoff, S.C.

The groom is the son of Tom and Frankie Rains Talton of Princeton. He is the grandson of Thomas and Frances Rains Britt, the late Lynwood Rains, Christie Talton and the late Wade Talton of Princeton.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a white matte satin gown with a V-neckline. The bodice was decorated with seed pearls and crystals along the top of the neckline and waistline. The A-line skirt flowed into a semi-cathedral train accented with matching seed pearls, sequins and crystals.

Ashley Nelms, friend of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Denise Mason, cousin of the bride, and Malissa Graham, sister of the groom.

Tom Talton was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Robert Bridgers, brother of the bride, and Chad Talton, brother of the groom. Ushers were Adam Cole and C.G. Howell, friends of the groom, and Wade Graham, brother-in-law of the groom.

Amy St. Amant directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Lori Stanley. Jessica Bragg distributed programs.

Daniel Talton, nephew of the groom, was ring bearer.

Hunter Hinson, cousin of the bride, and Elaine Howell, niece of the groom, were acolytes.

A program of wedding music was provided by Brad Collier, pianist, and Gail Price, friend of the bride, and Ashley Nelms, vocalists.

After a wedding trip to Gatlinburg, Tenn., the couple is residing in Princeton.

The bride is a 2000 honor graduate of Princeton High School and a graduate of Central Carolina Community College with an associate of science degree. She is employed as a laboratory technician/manager with Goldsboro Milling Co.

The groom graduated from Princeton High School in 1996 and Wayne Community College with an associate degree in poultry and livestock. He is employed as an agriculture research assistant III with Cherry Research Farm.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s family held a reception at the church. Attendants were Pat Gurley, Monica Frink, Angie Hinson, Barbara Rains, Brittany Fuller, Frances McLamb, Chellie Loftin and Christie Talton.

On May 13, Malissa Graham and Frankie Talton held a bridesmaids’ luncheon at the home of Deborah Graham.

The groom’s family held a shower May 7.

On April 30, Denise Mason, cousin of the bride, and Amy St. Amant and Monica Frink, friends of the bride, held a shower.

Robert Bridgers Jr., brother of the bride, held a tool party April 15.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at the church.

MOUNT OLIVE — Aubree Dawn Hargrove and Jeffrey Thomas Allen of Faison were united in marriage Saturday, May 6, at 2 p.m.

The Rev. Michael K. Harrell officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Jones Grove Pentecostal Holiness Church.

The bride is the daughter of William H. “John” and Faye Hargrove of Mount Olive. She is the granddaughter of the late Charlie and Esther Holland and the late Harvey and Eva Hargrove.

Parents of the groom are Thomas Warren Allen of Faison and Connie Sue Crowley of Carolina Beach. He is the grandson of Betty Allen, the late Leon Thomas Allen, Patricia Shelton and the late Clifton Jenkins.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore an ivory imperial satin mock two-piece gown. The strapless bodice was encrusted with beading and embroidery and finished with piping. Beaded embroidery and inverted pleats encircled the full skirt with a chapel train.

For her headpiece, she chose a double-tiered veil of silk illusion trimmed in satin. She carried a bouquet of white calla lilies with fern greenery wrapped in silk ribbon.

Sherry Hargrove Best of Faison, sister of the bride, was matron of honor.

Thomas Allen was his son’s best man. Ushers were Sid Price of Seven Springs and Shannon King of Faison, friends of the couple.

Katlyn Nicole Hargrove and Molly Elizabeth Best, nieces of the bride, were flower girls. Will Hargrove, nephew of the bride, was ring bearer.

Regina Newsome, sister of the bride, and Jessica Newsome, niece of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Tracy Watson, sister of the groom.

A program of wedding music was provided by Zina Carr, pianist, and Jeremy Newsome, nephew of the bride, vocalist.

After a wedding trip to Orlando, Fla., the couple is residing in Faison.

The bride is a 2004 graduate of Southern Wayne High School. She is employed at Warsaw Meats.

The groom graduated from North Duplin High School. He is employed with Duplin County Communications.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s family held a reception in the church fellowship hall. Jean Whaley, Lillie Deaver, Bertha Evans and Darlene Pyle, aunts of the bride, were servers. Attendants were Joy Weaver, Shirley Strickland, Sharon Hare, Amanda Hill and Dorothy Weaver. Special helpers were Brenda Gallimore and Kathy Barrow.

On May 5, the groom’s father and Tracy, sister of the groom, held a rehearsal dinner in the church fellowship hall.

Rebekah Thomas Hroza became the bride of John Daniel Ivey May 20 at noon.

The Rev. Vernon Brown and the Rev. Lynwood Boyette officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Woodland United Methodist Church.

Thomas John Jr. and Marilynn Kornegay Hroza of Mount Olive are parents of the bride. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Harold Kornegay of Albertson and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Hroza Sr. of Clearwater, Fla.

Gordon Rouse and Cindy K. Ivey of Mount Olive are parents of the groom. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Kornegay and C.C. Ivey Jr. of Mount Olive.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore an organza ballgown with cap sleeves and a dropped waist. It had a chapel train.

For her headpiece, she chose a tiara of crystals and beads with a fingertip veil of illusion. She carried a cascading bouquet of white roses, lilies, miniature calla lilies, stephanotis, lily of the valley and dendrobium orchids.

Sarah Katherine Hroza of Charlotte, sister of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Abbie Caroline Ivey, sister of the groom; Karla Kornegay Grady, friend of the bride; and Karen Elizabeth Best, cousin of the groom.

Gordon Rouse Ivey was his son’s best man. Ushers were Major Foy Ivey, Douglas Grady and Evan Brock of Mount Olive.

Jenna Shae Grady, godchild of the couple, was flower girl.

Sandra Lee, Angie Kennedy and Beverly Lee directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Mr. and Mrs. Carl Kornegay. Nicole Lee distributed programs.

Kristin Butler was Scripture reader.

A program of wedding music was provided by Jane Vernon, pianist, and Sarah Katherine Hroza, vocalist.

After a wedding trip to Hilton Head and Charleston, S.C., the couple is residing in Mount Olive.

The bride attends Meredith college majoring in human communication and business management. She is a member of Lamda Pi Eta Honor Society.

The groom graduated from North Carolina Sate University Ag Institute with a degree in field crop technology. He is a member of the North Carolina Sate agricultural leadership program. He is self-employed as a farmer.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s family held a reception at Mount Olive College’s Murphy Center. Attendants were Carol Britt, Blair Heath, Anna Outlaw, Leah Patterson and Blair Walker. Jonathan Fonvielle, Thomas Fonvielle and Steven Best greeted guests.

C.C. Ivey Jr., Mr. and Mrs. John Fonvielle Jr., Thomas Fonvielle, Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Fonvielle III and Charles C. and Julie Ivey held a dinner at Southern Belle Restaurant.

Ladies of Bethel United Methodist Church held a shower.

Friends held a shower at Woodland United Methodist Church.

Jack and Hilda Alphin, Murray and Meredith McClenny, Heather Alphin, Scott Ingram and Lewis Alphin held a luncheon at the Country Squire Restaurant.

Allen and Diane Best held a dinner at their home.

Gay Sullivan, Brenda Cherry and Sannie Dean held a dinner.

Major and Paula held a dinner at their home.

Sarah Hroza held a lingerie shower.

Carol Britt, Anna Outlaw, Blair Heath, Blair Walker and Leah Patterson held a bachelorette party in Wilmington.

Sarah Hroza held a weekend party in Myrtle Beach, S.C.

Bonnie Adams held a bridesmaids’ dinner at Change of Venue Cafe.

DURHAM — Karen Marie Dixon and Chris Sangyeop Lee exchanged promises May 20 at 6 p.m.

The Rev. Steven Wicks officiated at the ceremony at the Sarah P. Duke Gardens at Duke University.

Parents of the bride are Donnie Heath Dixon and the late J.R. Dixon of Mount Olive. She is the granddaughter of the late Matthew Leroy Heath and Mary Burrow Heath of Newton Grove and the late Everette Jackson Dixon and Flora Swinson Dixon of Beautancus.

Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Lee of Woodland Hills, Calif., are parents of the groom. He is the grandson of the late Phil Hon and Hee Lee and the late Kee Hyuk and Hwak Shil Lee of Seoul, South Korea.

The bride wore a white satin gown with hand-embroidered and beaded flowers with a sweep train.

For her headpiece, she chose a tiara and a veil. She carried a bouquet of gerbera daisies.

Shannon McDonald of Monroe, cousin of the bride, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Louise Metz of Atlanta, Ga., and Georgia Scott of Durham, friends of the bride.

Drew Holland of Seattle, Wash., was his friend’s best man. Groomsmen were Neil Tooch of Oakland, Calif., and Daniel DeMeyts of Roanoke, Va., friends of the groom.

Rachel Barefoot, cousin of the bride, was the junior bridesmaid. Nathan Barefoot, cousin of the bride, was the junior groomsman.

Peyton McDonald, cousin of the bride, was flower girl. Grayden Barefoot, cousin of the bride, was ring bearer.

Presiding at the register was Kay O’Tuel, cousin of the bride.

Greeters were Mr. and Mrs. John O’Tuel III of Durham and Alex Sasser of Raleigh, cousins of the bride.

Lauren Ellis of Roanoke, Va., Mr. and Mrs. Scott Peterson of Austin, Texas, and Mr. and Mrs. John O’Tuel of Durham were readers.

A program of wedding music was provided by a string trio and Lauren Ellis, vocalist.

After a wedding trip to Italy, the couple is residing in Alexandria, Va.

The bride is a graduate of Southern Wayne High School, Duke University with a bachelor of science degree in biology and women’s studies and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a medical degree. She completed her residency in emergency medicine in Oakland. She is employed as an attending physician at Fort Washington Hospital of Maryland.

The groom graduated from William Howard Taft High School of California, the University of California at Berkeley with a bachelor of arts degree in English literary theory and Hastings Law School of California with a law degree. He is employed as a congressional aide to Congresswoman Barbara Lee.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the Searle Center at Duke University.

On March 11, Mrs. Randy Holland, Ina Barefoot and Shannon McDonald held a shower at Mount Olive Presbyterian Church.

The bridesmaids held a shower weekend Feb. 10 in Miami, Fla.

EUREKA — Stacie Gwen Edge and Rickie Lawrence Moore II were united in holy matrimony May 26 at 7 p.m.

The Rev. Dock Hobbs officiated at the double-ring ceremony at the home of Al and Stephanie Yelverton.

Parents of the bride are Glenn and Theda Edge of Goldsboro. She is the granddaughter of J.R. and Esther Lancaster of Pikeville, Grace O. Edge of Snow Hill, the late Harvey Glenn Edge and the late Margaret Wheeler.

The groom is the son of David and Pamela Bradley of Grimesland and the late Rickie Lawrence Moore of Farmville. He is the grandson of Leland and JoAnn Glass of Greenville and the late Melvin and Ann Moore.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of white silk chiffon with a chapel-length train. The asymmetrical chiffon overlay revealed a crystal-encrusted bodice. The portrait neckline featured pleated chiffon that dusted the shoulder line. Crystals enhanced the side drape and cascaded down the fluted side panel. It was embellished with Swarovski crystals, pearls and seed beads.

For her headpiece, she chose a tiara encrusted with Swarovski crystals. She carried a bouquet of hot princess roses wrapped in white silk ribbon.

Mandy Wise, friend of the bride, was maid of honor. Jami Bradley, sister of the groom, was the bridesmaid.

David Bradley was stepson’s best man.

A program of wedding music was provided by Stephanie Yelverton, cousin of the bride, vocalist.

After a wedding trip to Dickenson Bay, Antigua, the couple will reside in Allentown.

The bride is a 2001 graduate of Wayne Christian School and a 2005 graduate of East Carolina University with a bachelor of science degree in communication. She was employed as the campus visit coordinator for North Carolina Wesleyan College.

The groom graduated from J.H. Rose High School of Greenville in 1998 and East Carolina University in 2004 with a bachelor of science degree in hospitality management. He is employed as the northern regional trainer for CEC Entertainment.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the home of Al and Stephanie Yelverton.

On May 11, the offices of admission and financial aid of North Carolina Wesleyan College held a surprise luncheon at Texas Steakhouse of Rocky Mount.

Mandy Wise held a bachelorette weekend April 28 through 30 in St. Petersburg, Fla.

On March 19, friends and family held a wedding shower at Free Chapel Church.

Mandy and Martha Wise, friends of the bride, held a lingerie shower Feb. 19 at their home.

Tracey Chernita Davis of Dudley and Carlton Hosea Newsome were wed April 8 at 2 p.m.

The Rev. Eugene McClinton officiated at the single-ring ceremony at Dillard Alumni Cultural Center.

The bride is the daughter of Jacqueline Davis of Kinston and Teddy Davis of Dudley. She is the granddaughter of Ola Jenkins of Seven Springs, William Jenkins of Vanceboro and the late John and Frances Davis of Sumter, S.C.

The groom is the son of Thelma Newsome Rogers of Fremont. He is the grandson of the late Johnnie and Lila Bell Newsome of Fremont.

After a wedding trip to Atlantic Beach, the couple is residing in Goldsboro.

EMERALD ISLE — Mr. and Mrs. Allen Bruce Woodard of Princeton announce the marriage of their daughter, Melissa Dawn Woodard, to Brian Robert Norton April 22 at 6 p.m. on the beach. Norton is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Norton of Plantation, Fla. The couple is residing in Princeton.

SNOW HILL — Candace Brooke Harper and Andreas Jerome Smith were married April 22 at 3 p.m.

The Rev. Larry Turlington officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Fort Run Church.

The bride is the daughter of John Harold and Jean Hart Harper of Snow Hill. She is the granddaughter of Bettie Arthur Hart and the late J.B. Hart Jr. and the late Albert Lyman and Lillie Mae Harper of Snow Hill.

Robbie and Anna Marie Smith of Snow Hill are parents of the groom. He is the grandson of the late Carl Friedrich and Anna Marie Hoepf of Germany and Edna Smith Moody and the late Rudolph Smith of Snow Hill.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a white satin and chiffon A-line gown with a strapless sweetheart neckline. The bodice was adorned with Swarovski crystals and silver flower embroidery and flowed into a chapel-length train.

For her headpiece, she chose a silver tiara with rhinestones and a three-tiered veil adorned with Swarovski crystals along the edges. She carried a cascading bouqeut of white and lavender Japanese orchids and cherry blossoms and a butterfly.

Leigh Ann Taylor, friend of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Elizabeth Smith, friend of the bride, and April Wilson, Ashley Arnette and Brittney Wilson, cousins of the bride.

Joshua Smith was his twin brother’s best man. Groomsmen were Devin Bigler and Jim Wiggins, friends of the groom; Eddie Brown, friend of the couple; and Brandon Harper, brother of the bride.

Paige Chase and Cianna Wilson, cousins of the bride, were junior bridesmaids.

Destiney Wilson, cousin of the bride, was flower girl. Aubrey Pollock, cousin of the bride, was ring bearer.

Peggy Chase, aunt of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Melissa Conley, friend of the bride. Mandy Smith, cousin of the bride, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Lynn Turlington, organist, and Steve Hart, uncle of the bride, vocalist.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple is residing in Snow Hill.

The bride is a 2000 graduate of Greene Central High School. She attended Wayne Community College. She is employed with Raper Drug as a pharmacy technician.

The groom graduated from Greene Central High School in 2000. He is employed with Smith Electric.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception in the church fellowship hall.

On April 1, Leigh Ann Taylor, Patricia Taylor and Sherry Arnette held a lingerie shower at the Arnette home.

The bride’s family held a bridal shower March 25 at Fort Run Church fellowship hall.

On Jan. 22, Elizabeth Smith, friend of the bride, held a bachelorette party at her home.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at Shine Fire Department.

SAULT STE. MARIE, Ontario, Canada — Dr. Kara Lee Paat and Dr. Mathew Gerald Wilding exchanged vows May 13 at 4 p.m.

John Maccarone officiated at the ceremony on St. Mary’s River waterfront.

Parents of the bride are Johan and Asta Paat of Sault Ste. Marie. She is the granddaughter of Adele Rebane of Sault Ste. Marie.

Parents of the groom are Sandra Wilding and Robert Wilding of Sault Ste. Marie. He is the grandson of Jerry and Mary Wilding of Sault Ste. Marie.

The bride was given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father.

Bridesmaids were Raquel Paat and Joelle Hagan, sisters of the bride.

Groomsmen were Kris Jonasson, friend of the groom, and Marty Wilding, brother of the groom.

Kallie Hagan, niece of the bride, and Sarah Wilding, niece of the groom, were flower girls. Jakob Hagan, nephew of the bride, and Nathan Wilding, nephew of the groom, were ring bearers.

The bride is a 1999 graduate of Northwestern College of Chiropractic with a doctorate of chiropractic degree and a bachelor of science degree in human biology. She is employed at Chiropractic Advantage.

The groom graduated from Northwestern College of Chiropractic in 1998 with a doctorate of chiropractic degree and a bachelor of science degree in human biology. He is employed at Chiropractic Advantage.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Holiday Inn ballroom.

Kathy Lynn Hicks became the bride of David Michael Bennett May 20 at 2 p.m.

The Rev. David Jackson officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Freedom Baptist Church.

Barbara S. Hicks and Donald Hicks of Goldsboro are parents of the bride. She is the granddaughter of the late Blanche Strickland, the late Larry Strickland, the late Juanita Hicks and the late Wesley Hicks.

Bess Bennett and the late C.D. Bennett of Goldsboro are parents of the groom. He is the grandson of the late Minnie Bennett, the late Frank Bennett, the late Etta Stansbury and the late James Stansbury.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of white milano satin and Alencon lace with a portrait neckline and short sleeves embellished with pearls, sequins and lace. Beaded lace adorned the Basque bodice. Pearls, sequins and lace appliqués accented the full skirt. The back bodice was interwoven with beaded lace enhanced with an open heart with draped pearls. Pearls, sequins and lace motifs cascaded down the cathedral train. A scalloped lace hemline encircled the gown.

For her headpiece, she chose a two-tiered veil embellished with pearls and sequins. She carried whites roses with baby’s breath.

Donna Sullivan, sister, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Linda Coston, sister, and Angie Proctor, sister of the groom.

Chris Wise was best man. Ushers were Bobby Peele, Mike Caudle, Thomas Rouse, Dan Meeler, Art Granillo and Jeff Faison.

Angie Proctor directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Karen Peele. Mrs. Ira Edwards distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Kent Bizzell of Princeton, pianist, and Donna Sullivan and Curtis Piner, vocalists.

The couple will take a wedding trip to Gatlinburg, Tenn.

The bride is a 1990 graduate of Charles B. Aycock High School. She was employed as a cashier with Hill’s Beef and Pork Center.

The groom graduated from Goldsboro Christian School in 1985 and Mount Olive College in 1989. He is employed as a driver for United Parcel Service.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the church fellowship hall. Gloria Thompson poured punch. Ann Thompson served the wedding cake.

A rehearsal dinner was held May 19 at Lane Tree Golf Course.

On May 6, family held a bridal shower.

Freedom Baptist Church held a bridal shower April 9.

On April 8, mothers and sisters held a bridal shower in Raleigh.

Melinda Anderson and David Byrd exchanged vows Sunday, May 14, at 4 p.m.

The Rev. Willard Hardison officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Goldsboro Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church.

The bride is the daughter of Donald Anderson Jr. and Melissa Wheeler Anderson of Goldsboro. She is the granddaughter of Faye Wheeler, Donald Anderson Sr. and Ruby Medlin of Goldsboro, the late James Wheeler and the late Bobbie Anderson.

Parents of the groom are Dorothy Byrd and the late Frank Byrd of Mount Olive. He is the grandson of Walter and Chelie Sauls and Faison and Donnie Byrd.

Given in marriage and escorted by her father, the bride wore a formal diamond white off-the-shoulder gown with pearl glass beads and a long train.

For her headpiece, she chose fingertip-length netting edged in white satin. She carried a bouquet of pink and white roses with greenery mixed with pearls and satin ribbon.

Jessica Anderson of Goldsboro, sister of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Debbie Norwood and Sandra Conner, aunts of the bride; Amanda Monroe, cousin of the bride; and Kasie Rousay, friend of the bride.

Fuzzy Ferrell was best man. Ushers were Bud Conner, uncle of the bride, and Keih Edward, cousin of the groom. Groomsmen were Tony Norwood and Ricky Wheeler, uncles of the bride, and Keith Edward and Henry Richardson, cousins of the groom.

Krystal Conner, cousin of the bride, assisted the bride with dressing.

Hannah Wolske was flower girl. Cody Wolske was ring bearer.

Shirley Hardison directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Casey Monroe, cousin of the bride. Barbara Naylor, aunt of the bride, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Patsy Gardner, pianist, and Delbert and Judy Edwards, prerecorded music.

The bride is a graduate of Spring Creek High School and Wayne Community College. She is self-employed at Denise’s Classy Cuts.

The groom graduated from Southern Wayne High School, Universal Technical Institute of Houston with a GMASEP coordinator/instructor associate of occupational studies degree and Wayne Community College with an associate of applied science degree. He is employed at Wayne Community College.

Following the ceremony, a sit down reception was held in the church fellowship hall. Pam and Elizabeth McIntyre served the nine-tiered wedding cake decorated with a fountain and stairway. Winnie Lee Howell and Grace Edwards, aunts of the groom, and Diane Richardson, cousin of the groom, were servers. Helpers were Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Massengill and Julie, friends of the family, and cousins of the bride. Christopher Stevenson, Christy Stevenson and Kaden Cox, cousins of the bride, distributed bubbles and birdseed.

On May 13, Pam and Elizabeth McIntyre held a bridesmaids’ luncheon.

The bride’s sister and Amanda Monroe, cousin of the bride, held a dinner May 12.

On April 30, Goldsboro Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church held a miscellaneous shower.

Debbie Norwood, aunt of the bride, held a lingerie party April 21 at her home.

On April 21, the bride’s father held a Mr. Fix It party.

Faye Wheeler, grandmother of the bride, held a pantry shower April 9 at her home.

On March 26, the bride’s parents held a miscellaneous shower at their home.

The groom’s family held a shower March 25 at Goldsboro Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church.

A rehearsal dinner was held at the home of the couple. The couple chose this time to present gifts to their attendants.

WILSON — Krystal Beverly Davis of Fremont and Thomas Anthony Cooper of Kenly were united in holy matrimony May 20 at 5 p.m.

The Rev. Daniel Johnson officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Forest Hills Baptist Church.

The bride is the daughter of Wendi Beverly Batts of Fremont and Kenneth W. Davis Jr. of Goldsboro. She is the granddaughter of Joyce Beverly, Marie Davis and the late Kenneth W. Davis Sr. of Goldsboro and the late Wilburn Beverly of Coeburn, Va., and the stepgranddaughter of Ramon and Mary Batts of Goldsboro.

The groom is the son of Nancy Matthews Brink of Wendell and Tommy Cooper of Coats and the stepson of Bob Brink of Wendell and Jean Cooper of Coats. He is the grandson of the late Allen and Mary Matthews and the late Larry and Patsy Cooper of Raleigh and the stepgrandson of Madgie Cooper of Louisburg.

Given in marriage by her family and escorted by her father and stepfather, the bride wore a diamond white gown of silk chiffon with a strapless neckline. The fitted bodice had a ruched asymmetrical drape overlay embellished with Austrian crystals and flowed into an A-line skirt. The back bodice closed with covered bridal buttons accented with ruching and crystals and cascaded into a semi-cathedral train. She also wore a handpainted porcelain horseshoe on her right wrist given to her by her sister, Madison, for good luck.

For her headpiece, she chose a tiara of rhinestones that extended into a single-tiered veil of silk illusion with a pencil edge with accents of silver threading adorned with stardust crystals. She carried a bouquet of hand-tied mixed tulips and calla lilies accented with four butterflies.

Heather Hargove of Elm City and Beth Pittman of Raleigh were maids of honor. Bridesmaids were Latasha Canady of Selma, Emily Johnson and Raychel Batts of Goldsboro and Melissa Hargrove of Greenville.

Tommy Cooper was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were James Nooe of Raleigh and Andy Lufkin of Charlotte, friends; Ryan Batts of Goldsboro, cousin of the bride; James Falls of Fuquay Varina and Jason Ash of Raleigh, friends of the groom; Chris Warrick of Coats, stepbrother of the groom; Andrew Warrick of Coats, nephew of the groom; and Bob Brink of Wendell, stepfather of the groom.

Kevin Cooper of Wendell, brother of the groom, was the honorary best man.

Madison Batts of Fremont, sister of the bride, was flower girl. Christopher Wiggns of Goldsboro, friend of the bride, was ring bearer.

Wanda Bunting, Jean Watson and Mary Williamson of Wilson directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and distributing program was Patty Edens of Goldsboro, friend of the bride.

A program of wedding music was provided by Clyde Patterson of Wilson, organist, and Anna Johnson of Wilson, vocalist.

After a wedding trip to Disney World and Orlando, Fla., the couple will reside in Kenly.

The bride is a graduate of Eastern North Carolina School for the Deaf. She attended Gallaudet University of Washington D.C. and Barton College. She is employed at Small World Child Care Center.

The groom graduated from Athen’s Drive High School of Raleigh. He attended Wake Community College. He is employed with Hughes Supply of Raleigh.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at Willow Springs Country Club of Wilson.

On May 7, the bride and her mother held a bridesmaids’ luncheon at Logan’s Roadhouse Restaurant. The bride chose this time to present gifts to her attendants.

Patty Edens and Pat Callahan, friends of the bride; Raychel Batts, cousin of the bride; and Kim Batts, aunt of the bride; held a miscellaneous shower April 30 at Small World Child Care Center.

On March 26, the groom’s stepmother and Teresa Walters, aunt of the groom, held a gift card shower at Coats Community Center.

Beth Pittman, Heather Hargrove, Melissa Hargrove, Lusella Hargrove and Livvie Gooding, friends of the bride, held a miscellaneous shower March 5 at the Gooding home.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at Something Different Restaurant of Wilson. The groom chose this time to present gifts to his attendants.

SOUTHERN SHORES — Tracey Lenn Walton and Randy Thomas Hinton Jr. of Greenville exchanged promises May 13 at 2 p.m.

The Rev. Paul Long officiated at the single-ring ceremony at the beach.

Parents of the bride are L. Lee Jr. and Sandra B. Walton of Greenville.

The groom is the son of Col. Randy T. Sr. and Peggy J. Hinton of Tampa, Fla. He is the grandson of Rayonell Hinton Rose of Princeton.

The bride was given in marriage and escorted by her father.

Kristin Neal was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Jennifer Hinton, sister of the groom, Kristy Jo Young and Melissa McLawhorn.

Col. Randy T. Hinton Sr. was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Evan Snyder, Ryan Malham, brother-in-law, and Brandon Walton, brother of the bride.

Saber guards were Col. Randy Hinton Sr. and 2nd Lts. Adam Thompson, John Ciesco, Joshua Hill, Peder Miller and Matthew Niagro.

Mackenzie Malham, niece of the groom, was the honorary bridesmaid.

Presiding at the register was Mackenzie Malham.

A program of wedding music was provided by Sarah Long, violinist.

The couple is residing in Greenville.

The bride attends East Carolina University for a degree in drama/theater.

The groom graduated in 2006 with a degree in criminal justice. He is serving in the Army.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the beach.

Alison Gay Lewis and Robert Chestley Nipper were united in marriage Saturday, May 20, at 3 p.m.

The Rev. Morton Eugene Carpenter officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Saint Stephen’s Episcopal Church.

Parents of the bride are Mr. and Mrs. Dallas Anderson Lewis of Goldsboro. She is the granddaughter of James Talbot Jeffreys of Goldsboro, the late Lois Taylor Jeffreys and the late Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Franklin Lewis.

Parents of the groom are Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Pierce Mintz and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Marvin Nipper of Wilmington. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. R. Bruce White Jr. and the late Mr. and Mrs. William Marvin Nipper.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore an ivory strapless gown accented with Alencon lace, crystals and seed pearls.

For her headpiece, she chose her mother’s chapel-length mantilla of imported silk illusion bordered with Venise lace appliqués.

Carolyn Jeffreys Lewis and Jennifer Anderson Lewis, sisters of the bride, were maids of honor. Bridesmaids were Melissa Leigh Bamonte of Charlotte, Nancy Hayes Ferguson, Sarah Mansfield Watson and Mildred Louise Wooten of Raleigh.

Richard Marvin Nipper was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were William Russell Nipper, brother of the groom, Charles Edward Fare of Raleigh, Waylon Dale Hinson of Charlotte, David Charles Joyner Jr. of Kill Devil Hills, Andrew Jason Mitwol of Atlanta, Ga., and Charles Justin Whitley of Charleston, S.C.

Anne Graysen Jeffreys and Jane Alexander Jeffreys, cousins of the bride, were flower girls.

Ellen Gay Elmore was the crucifer. Thomas Edgar Elmore IV was the acolyte.

Readers were Elizabeth Taylor Jeffreys, cousin of the bride, and David Foy McGowan III, friend of the couple.

Sandra Leigh Jenkins and Ashley Christen Lee distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by William Bryant Hayes, organist, and Joseph Lawrence Brinson, trumpeter.

After a wedding trip, the couple will reside in Wilmington.

The bride is a graduate of East Carolina University and Cape Fear Community College. She was presented at the 1997 Debutante Ball. She is employed with Genesis Rehabilitation Services.

The groom graduated from East Carolina University with a bachelor of science degree in construction management. He is employed with Lee F. Cowper Inc.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Walnut Creek Country Club.

On May 19, the groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner.

FREMONT — Danielle Elizabeth Steward and Brandon Jennings Smith of Pikeville said their marriage vows April 8 at 2 p.m.

The Rev. Wayne Goff officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Fremont Holiness Church.

Daniel Richard and Lisa Walker Steward of Pikeville are parents of the bride. She is the granddaughter of the late Ila Jean Cox Walker and Rudolph B. Walker of Pikeville, Linda B. Steward of Goldsboro and Daniel Richard Deemer of Ceder Bluff, Ala., and the stepgrandson of Bessie Deemer of Ceder Bluff, the late Dixon R. Steward and Paul D. Best of Goldsboro.

The groom is the son of Joan Smith of Pikeville and Terry Smith of Goldsboro and stepson of Glen Brogden of Pikeville. He is the grandson of the late Melonese Coley, Janice Smith-Myers and Jennings Smith of Goldsboro and the late Joseph Blizzard of Pikeville and the stepgrandson of Ellen Blizzard of Pikeville and Kenneth Myers.

Given in marriage and escorted by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of white Italian satin with a strapless neckline. Silver rocaille beading detailed the mock two-piece beaded princess A-line gown.

Ashley Warren, friend of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Jessica Brogden, sister of the groom, and Heather Wolfe, cousin of the bride.

Justin Carter was his uncle’s best man. Ushers were Chris Sittin, brother of the groom, and Chris Steward, brother of the bride. Groomsmen were Terry Smith, father of the groom, and Jennings Smith, grandfather of the groom.

Makenzie Millard was flower girl. Jesse Grice was ring bearer.

Tonya Smith directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Brittany Brookes.

Special helpers were Dawn Walker, Stacy Whittington and Donna Adams.

A program of wedding music was provided by Gary Grady.

After a wedding trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., the couple is residing in Pikeville.

The bride is a graduate of Charles B. Aycock High School. She attends Wayne Community College. She is employed in customer service with Daly RV.

The groom attended Faith Christian and Charles B. Aycock High school. He is employed with National Welders.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Pikeville Community Building.

On April 7, a rehearsal dinner was held.

Friends of the bride held a wedding shower March 25.

On March 18, family of the couple held a wedding shower.

FREMONT — Lauren Claire Claiborne and Richard Travis Tucker of Black Creek pledged their marriage promises April 29 at 3 p.m.

Dr. Penny Ziemer, Dr. Richard Glosson and the Rev. C.H. Overman officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Union Grove Free Will Baptist Church.

The bride is the daughter of William David Jr. and Nola Pittman Claiborne of Pikeville. She is the granddaughter of Athalene Overman Pittman, the late George L. Pittman and the late William David and Jean Speed Claiborne of Fremont.

Ricky Dean and Pamela Green Tucker of Mount Olive are parents of the groom. He is the grandson of the late James F. and Annie Bell Goodman Green of Mount Olive and Ben and Eleanor Tucker of Faison.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore an ivory satin strapless gown. The beaded bodice featured criss-cross bands and closed with satin-covered buttons and flowed into a chapel-length train.

For her headpiece, she chose a comb encrusted with pearls and crystals attached to a single-layered fingertip veil with a corded trim.

Morgan Claiborne Wilson, sister of the bride, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Sheree Sasser Millard and Stacie Sasser Fail, friends of the bride.

Dean Tucker was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Jerred Tucker, brother of the groom, and Michael Forsyth, friend of the groom.

Emma Jean Wilson, niece of the bride, was flower girl.

Elizabeth Thomas Lee, cousin of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and distributing programs was Emily Pittman, cousin of the bride.

A program of wedding music was provided by Jimmy Aycock, pianist; Melinda Caughron and Dan Gurley, friends of the couple, Randy and Gail Pittman, uncle and aunt of the bride, and the bride, vocalists; and Ken Caughron, sound technician.

After a wedding trip to New Bern and Ocracoke Island, the couple is residing in Black Creek.

The bride is a 1997 graduate of Charles B. Aycock High School. She attends Mount Olive College studying for a bachelor of science degrees in business management and human resource management. She is employed as student services coordinator with Mount Olive College at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base.

The groom graduated from North Duplin High School in 1995 and Mount Olive College in 2000 with a bachelor of science degree in biology. He is employed as a real estate broker and lead chemist with Craft Technologies of Wilson.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception and dance at Goldsboro Elks Lodge.

On April 28, the groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at Union Grove Church fellowship hall.

Donna Marlowe Ivey, cousin of the bride, held a bridesmaids’ brunch April 22 at her home.

On April 13, co-workers of the bride held a bridal shower.

Rooty Branch Church held a miscellaneous shower April 9.

On April 2, Union Grove Church held a miscellaneous shower.

Sheree Millard, Stacie Fail and Morgan Wilson held a lingerie shower March 25 at the Millard home.

MOUNT OLIVE — Susan Michele Bradshaw and Kevin Earl Best were married April 8 at 6 p.m.

The Rev. Frank Purvis officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Eureka Christian Church.

Parents of the bride are Stephen Gilbert and Donna Cox Bradshaw of Goldsboro. She is the granddaughter of Rayford Dee and Betty Condee Cox of Selma and Thomas Gilbert and Lois Lambert Bradshaw of Goldsboro.

The groom is the son of Johnnie Earl and Lee Ann Thornton Best of Goldsboro. He is the grandson of Edna Thornton, the late Thomas Dillon Thornton, Agnes Rogers and the late Ralph Best of Goldsboro.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a diamond white one-piece strapless lace-up corset back A-line chiffon gown with a ruched asymmetrical draped overlay highlighted with swarovski crystals. Ruching and crystals accented the back closure. It had a cathedral train.

For her headpiece, she chose an ivory elbow-length two-tiered veil with a pencil edging and scattered crystals.

For her headpiece, she chose a crystal tiara. She carried a bouquet of cream white roses surrounded with ranuculus flowers and miniature white calla lilies hand-wrapped and tied with white ribbon.

Tabatha Bradshaw Hollingsworth was matron of honor. Alyssa Bradshaw was maid of honor.

Johnnie Best was best man. Ushers were Jonah Reese and Scott James. Groomsmen were Johnnie Brian Best and Miles Bradshaw.

Megan Peele was flower girl. Jacob and Matthew Hollingsworth were ring bearers.

Sue Hill directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Debra Britt. Lisa Reedy distributed programs.

Lee Joyner was a special helper.

A program of wedding music was provided by Jason Cox, pianist.

After a wedding trip to Orlando, Fla., the couple is residing in Grantham.

The bride is a 1998 graduate of Southern Wayne High School and a 2004 graduate of Wayne Community College with an associate’s degree in nursing. She is employed as a registered nurse on the seventh floor of Wayne Memorial Hospital.

The groom graduated from Southern Wayne High School in 1998. He is self-employed with Best Painting Service.

Following the ceremony, a dinner and dace reception was held at Southern Wayne Country Club.

On April 7, a rehearsal dinner was held at the Steak Barn.

The day and evening shifts of the seventh floor held a shower April 3 at Wayne Memorial Hospital.

A bachelor/bachorette weekend was held April 1.

On March 28, the night staff of the seventh floor held a shower at Wayne Memorial Hospital.

Tina Peels, aunt of the bride, held a shower March 12 at Selah Church.

DUDLEY — Kristen Renee Daniels and Joshua James Boatright of Green-ville were united in holy matrimony May 13 at 2 p.m.

The Rev. Johnny Sasser officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Emmaus Baptist Church.

Chris and Jennie Daniels of Seven Springs are parents of the bride. She is the granddaughter of Eva Wall and the late Edgar Wall of Mount Olive and the late John and Verdie Daniels of Goldsboro.

Parents of the groom are Jim and Diane Boatright of Goldsboro. He is the grandson of the late Joe and Delores Pullen of Seven Springs, Jane Decker of Crawfordsville, Ind., and Jim and Linda Boatright of Poland, Ind.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a white A-line gown with an off-the-shoulder neckline and a fitted bodice covered in beads and pearls. The white silk organza over satin skirt with embroidered flowers flowed into a chapel-length train trimmed with two rows of satin.

For her headpiece, she chose a two-tiered fingertip veil of silk illusion trimmed in satin attached to a headband of crystals and pearls. She carried a bouquet of white roses and stephanotis with pearl insets and streamers of white ribbon.

Jeanenne Mumford of Goldsboro, cousin of the bride, was matron of honor. Ashley Strickland of Seven Springs, cousin of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Crystal Adams of Goldsboro, sister of the groom, and Brandy Hines of Seven Springs and Jennifer Raynor of Kenansville, friends of the bride.

Jim Boatright was his son’s best man. Ushers were Jimmy Li of Goldsboro and Matt Nunn of Dudley, friends of the groom. Groomsmen wee Kevin Boatright of Goldsboro, brother of the groom, and Kevin Albritton of Kinston, Luis Miranda of Seven Springs and Stanley Kelly Jr. of Mount Olive, friends of the groom.

Claudia Wiggins of Mount Olive, cousin of the bride, and Diana Jackson of Seven Springs, niece of the groom, were flower girls. Hayden Boatright of Goldsboro, brother of the groom, was ring bearer.

Shannon Wiggins of Mount Olive, cousin of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and distributing programs were Jonathan and Reneha Arnau of Seven Springs, cousins of the bride.

A program of wedding music was provided by Judy Jewell, pianist, and Debbie Prunest, vocalist.

After a wedding trip to Bryson City and the mountains, the couple will reside in Greenville.

The bride is a 2004 graduate of Spring Creek High School. She attends Pitt Community College’s radiography program.

The groom graduated from home school in 2003. He is employed as youth pastor at Emmaus Baptist Church and as a professional BMX rider with Keith King Bike Team.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s family held a reception in the church fellowship hall. Attendants were Bobby Jean Dixon, Belita Whitman and Penny Holmes, aunts of the bride.

On May 6, the groom’s father held a bachelor party at his home.

Jeanenne Mumford held a bachelorette party May 5 and 6 in Wilmington.

On April 30, the bride’s family held a bridal shower at the home of Eva Wall, grandmother of the bride.

A bridal shower was held April 2 at Emmaus Church fellowship hall.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at Ryan’s Steakhouse. The couple chose this time to present gifts to their attendants.

DUDLEY — Stephanie Poandl and Jason Curtice of Dudley were wed March 4 at 4 p.m.

Pastor Johnny Sasser officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Emmaus Baptist Church.

The bride is the daughter of Johnnie Shelton and Donna Marie Poandl of Dudley. She is the granddaughter of Jim and Betsy Barnwell of Dudley and Dorthy Poandl and the late Johnnie Poandl of Goldsboro.

The groom is the son of Terri Jo Curtice of Grand Rapids, Mich., and Stephan Bryant Curtice of Chase, Mich. He is the grandson of Shirley Seaman of Baldwin, Mich., Orval Seaman of Old Town, Fla., and Marie and Harold Curtice of Bitley, Mich.

After a wedding trip to the Virgin Islands, the couple is residing in Dudley.

Letitia Michelle Hamilton became the bride of Swindell Isler Jr. April 8 at 4 p.m.

Pastor Aaron L. Jarman officiated at the ceremony at Bear Creek Headquarters.

Jacob and Sharon Hamilton Sr. of Albertson are parents of the bride.

Swindell Sr. and Mary Isler of Goldsboro are parents of the groom.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father and godfather, the bride wore a white strapless satin asymmetrical gown with A-line appliqués and a chapel train.

For her headpiece, she chose a chapel-length veil with beaded accented around the bottom and a tiara. She carried a bouquet of calla lilies and roses.

Cortina Hamilton of Kenansville, cousin of the bride, was matron of honor. Penny Hamilton of Charlotte, cousin of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Shequita McKiver of Kinston, godsister of the bride; Watia Best of Goldsboro, LaQuita Faison and Angela Houston of Kenansville and Debra Highsmith of Garner, cousins of the bride; Christina O’Neal of Greenville and Kayla Richard of Goldsboro, nieces of the groom; Malika Isler of Winston-Salem, cousin of the groom; and Ashley Adams of Albertson and Chaka Little of Deep Run, friends of the bride.

Swindell Isler Sr. was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Donald Isler of Goldsboro, brother of the groom; Jacob Hamilton Jr. of Pikeville, brother of the bride; Earnest Richard Jr. and Quintin Isler of Goldsboro, nephews of the groom; Angelo Faircloth of Charlotte, cousin of the bride; Lynwood Dees Jr. of Goldsboro, Terrance Johnson of Greensboro and Victor Isler of Winston-Salem, cousins of the groom; and Durel Ward of Goldsboro and Leonard Williams Jr. of Raleigh, friends of the groom. Ushers were Terry Hamilton of Seven Springs and Wesley Hamilton of Kenansville, cousins of the bride.

Amber Isler and Yasmeen Isler of Zebulon and Victoria Isler of Goldsboro, nieces of the groom, were flower girls. Jonathan Isler Jr. of Zebulon, nephew of the groom, was ring bearer.

Sonya Davis of Albertson, friend of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and distributing programs were Sharon Richard of Goldsboro, sister of the groom, and Sarita Bowen of Kenansville, friend of the bride.

Jacqua’ Hamilton of Pikeville, nephew of the bride, was Bible bearer.

Special helpers were Kaneshia Hamilton of Raleigh, cousin of the bride; and Connie McKiver and Sametha Mitchell of Kinston, friends of the bride.

A program of wedding music was provided by Byron Coley, keyboardist, and Clinton Reynolds, drummer.

After a wedding trip to Virginia Beach, Va., the couple is residing in Goldsboro.

The bride is a 2001 graduate of East Duplin School. She is employed as a legal assistant with attorney Charles Gurley.

The groom graduated from Eastern Wayne High School in 2003 and McClain’s Barber College of Wilson in 2003. He is employed as a barber with Royall’s Classic Barber Shop.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the dining hall. Shelia Minor of Albertson and Theresa Edwards of Pink Hill, friends of the bride, were servers. Presiding at the gift table was Cassandra Hammonds of Goldsboro, godsister of the bride. Carolyn Assi of Raleigh, cousin of the bride, and Michelle Craig of Goldsboro, cousin of the groom, greeted guests.

Out-of-town guests were from Louisiana.

On April 7, a luau-themed rehearsal dinner was held at Atkinson Chapel.

The matron of honor held a bridal shower March 25 at her home.

On Feb. 25, the bride held a bridal luncheon at Ryan’s.

Deanna Michelle Green became the wife of Phillip Frederick Klott of Snow Hill April 29.

Susan Lindblade officiated at the double-ring ceremony at St. James United Methodist Church.

The bride is the daughter of Randy and Phyllis Green of Mount Olive. She is the granddaughter of Theldon and Veloria Tew and the late Gordon and Merle Atkinston of Clinton.

Parents of the groom are Fred and Barbara Klott of Newport. He is the grandson of Douglas and Nadia Bright and Albert Frederick Sr. and Betty Klott of Cape May Court House, N.J.

Given in marriage and escorted by her father, the bride wore a strapless white satin A-line gown with silver embroidery. The bodice was adorned with swarovski crystals, sequins, bugle beads and rhinestones in a beaded motif with a curved Basque waist. The back bodice closed with satin-covered buttons accented with glass beads and swarovski crystals and flowed into a semi-cathedral train with a beaded motif.

For her headpiece, she chose a comb encrusted with pearls and crystals attached to a white fingertip veil with corded trim. She carried a cascading bouquet of starfighter lilies, roses, miniature calla lilies, larkspur, lysimachia and stephanotis.

Debra Green Roberts was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Dana Sweet, Blair Jones and Jennifer Hatch.

Joseph Klott was best man. Groomsmen were Gregory Bright, William Noble and Clay Sitter.

Savannah Lowe was flower girl. Tyler Lowe was ring bearer.

Mary Ann Sanford directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Jennifer Noble. Amy Shivar distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Ila Strickland, pianist, and Kim Smith, vocalist.

After a wedding trip to the Bahamas, the couple is residing in Snow Hill.

The bride is a 2000 graduate of Southern Wayne High School. She attended Wayne Community College. She is employed with Farm Bureau Insurance Co.

The groom graduated from West Carteret High School in 1994. He is serving in the Air Force stationed at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Atlantic Event Center of Morehead City.

On April 28, the groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at St. James Church.

Friends of the bride held a bachelorette dinner April 22 at Torrero’s Restaurant.

On April 4, co-workers of the bride held a bridal luncheon.

Friends held a bachelor party and deep sea fishing trip April 1 in Morehead City.

On March 26, Debra Green Roberts held a bridal shower at the home of her mother.

Barbara Klott held a bridal shower March 25 at her home in Newport.

On March 18, the bride’s grandmother and aunts held a bridal shower at the home of the bride’s aunt.

Stephanie Irene Davenport and Gaston Mckee Lewis said their marriage vows April 22 at 5 p.m.

The Rev. George Stenhouse officiated at the single-ring ceremony at the home of the groom.

Parents of the bride are Greta Lucas Davenport of Goldsboro and the late Stephen Franklin Davenport. She is the granddaughter of the late L.B. and Irene Lucas and the late Rev. Frank and Bertha Davenport.

John D. Jr. and Jenny Bridgers Lewis of Goldsboro are parents of the groom. He is the grandson of Paul Delmus and Jean Strickland Bridgers of Goldsboro and the late John D. Sr. and Carolyn Sten-house Lewis.

Given in marriage by her mother and brother, Michael Caine Davenport, and escorted by her brother, the bride wore an ivory silk halter dress with flowing ties that draped the open back. It had an empire waist and covered buttons in the back.

For her headpiece, she chose an antique pearl barrette in her hair. She carried a bouquet of calla lilies wrapped in ivory satin ribbons.

Sarah Coleman, friend of the bride, was maid of honor. Jenny Caroline Lewis, sister of the groom, was the bridesmaid.

John D. Lewis was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were John D. Lewis III and Paul Sencer Lewis, brothers of the groom.

Drew Davenport, cousin of the bride, was the junior bridesmaid.

Martha Ann Korshun, friend of the bride, was flower girl.

Presiding at the register was Mimi Bridgers, friend of the bride.

A program of wedding music was provided by Tom Casey, pianist.

After a wedding trip to Negril, Jamaica, the couple is residing in Greenville.

The bride is a 2005 graduate of Wayne County Day School. She attends East Carolina University.

The groom graduated from Wayne County Day School in 2003. He attends East Carolina University.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the home of the groom.

On April 29, friends of the couple held a pig picking at Live Oak Farm.

Paula Howell, aunt of the groom, and Ann Taylor, great-aunt of the groom, held a bridal brunch April 22 at Billie’s. The bride chose this time to present gifts to her attendants.

Delmus and Jean Bridgers, grandparents of the groom, and Jeannette Radford, friend of the groom, held a rehearsal dinner April 21 at Billie’s.

Melissa Paige Kearney of Goldsboro and Samuel Benton Sasser exchanged promises May 6 at 3 p.m.

The Rev. Andy Stovall officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Whitley Church.

Parents of the bride are Dennis and Lori Kearney of Pikeville. She is the granddaughter of Lois Hollingsworth of Hertford and Leslie Garland Newell and L.C. and Dorothy Kearney of Goldsboro.

Parents of the groom are Bobby and Billie Faye Sasser of Goldsboro. He is the grandson of the late Rudolph and Hilda Barbour of Princeton and the late George “Buck” and Henrietta Sasser of Goldsboro.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a princess-line chiffon over satin strapless gown accented with crystal beading, sequins and pearls. It had a chapel train with embroidered lace, crystal and pearl beading.

For her headpiece, she chose a double-tiered veil of silk illusion. She carried a bouquet of white roses with oriental lilies.

Jessica Smith, cousin of the bride, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Michele Martinez and Heather Gurley, friends of the bride, and Judy Gooding, sister of the groom.

Bobby Sasser was his son’s best man. Groomsmen were Jody Ginn and Jesse Hufstetler, friends of the groom, and Keith Gooding, brother-in-law of the groom.

Payton Hatch, cousin of the bride, was flower girl. Luke Gooding, nephew of the groom, was ring bearer.

Leigh Sanders and Jackie Flowers directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Rhonda Butler, sister of the groom. Kelsey Sanders distributed programs.

Special helpers were Kim Anys, Joy Harding, Janice Hatch, Emmy Haveri, Lois Hollingsworth, Jean Sasser, Sybil Sasser, Angela Short, Laura Short, Kirsten Stovall and Sylvia Taylor.

After a wedding trip to Disney World and Daytona Beach, Fla., the couple is residing in Goldsboro.

The bride is a 2000 graduate of Wayne Christian School. She attends Wayne Community College for a medical transcription degree. She is employed as office manager with Chiropractic Advantage.

The groom graduated from Eastern Wayne High School in 1994. He attended Barton College and the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. He is employed as a wireless consultant with Alltel.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Lane Tree Golf Course.

On May 5, the groom’s parents held a rehearsal dinner at Whitley Church.

Judy Gooding held a lingerie shower April 28.

On April 23, Jessica Smith, Angela Shirt, aunt of the bride, and Laura Short, cousin of the bride, held a bridal shower.

Leigh Sanders and Jackie Flowers held a bridal shower April 20.

On April 15, the bride’s mother and Janice Hatch, aunt of the bride, held a bridal luncheon.

The groom’s family held a bridal shower April 9.

On Aug. 12, friends of the bride held a skydiving bachelorette party at Carolina Sky Sports.

Jamie Lynn Gardner and John George Sears of Wilmington pledged their promises May 6 at 6 p.m.

The Rev. Dock Hobbs officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Free Chapel Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church.

The bride is the daughter of David C. and Bobbie Q. Gardner of Goldsboro. She is the granddaughter of Bonnie W. Vanderburg, the late Alfred S. Vanderburg, Lou S. Kearney, the late J. Roger Kearney, the late D. Ray Gardner and Shirley D. Gardner of Goldsboro.

John George and Betty Sears of Jacksonville are parents of the groom. He is the grandson of the late Robert and June Sears.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a white satin side-draped gown with one shoulder embellished with appliqués and beading. Crystal beading enhanced the bodice and waistline. The lower edge had embroidered appliqués and beading and flowed into a chapel-length train.

For her headpiece, she chose a full-length veil. She carried a clutch bouquet of stargazer lilies and white roses adorned with white and pink satin flowing streamers.

Jessica G. Odom, sister of the bride, was matron of honor. Joy D. Gardner, sister of the bride, was maid of honor.

John G. Sears was his son’s best man. Donald R. Gardner, uncle of the bride, was the usher. Brian Odom was the groomsman.

Dana-Lou Daniels, niece of the bride, was flower girl. Michael David Masciave, nephew of the bride, was ring bearer.

Peggy G. Daniels, aunt of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register were Allison Howell and Liz Powell. Brianna Daniels, niece of the bride, distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Patsy Gardner, pianist, and Joy Gardner, vocalist.

After a wedding trip to Orlando, Fla., the couple is residing in Wilmington.

The bride is a 2000 graduate of Charles B. Aycock High School and East Carolina University. She is employed with Atlantic Towers of Wilmington.

The groom graduated from high school in 1998 in Wilmington. He is employed with Ruckers John of Wilmington.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Crossroads Restaurant.

On May 5, a rehearsal dinner was held at Texas Steakhouse.

Family and friends held a bachelor party April 29 in Jacksonville.

April 28 through 30, friends and family held a bachelorette weekend in Wilmington.

Family and friends held a bridal shower March 26 at Free Chapel Church.

RALEIGH — Tiffany Markay Budd of Raleigh became the bride of Jamie Lee Anderson of Raleigh April 23 at 2 p.m.

Chaplain David Kelley officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Brier Creek Country Club.

Parents of the bride are Joyce R. Budd of Prince George, Va., and E. Roy Budd of Muncie, Ind., and the stepdaughter of Jo Ann Gora of Muncie. She is the granddaughter of Margaret B. Robertson and the late H. Robbie Robertson of Hardy, Va., and the late E. Lester and Kathryn J. Budd of Chester, Va.

The groom is the son of Charles N. and Angela L. Anderson of Dudley. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Williams of Bailey and the late W.N. “Billy” and Mittie May Anderson of Dudley.

The bride was given in marriage and escorted by her parents.

Jenny Miles of Roanoke, Va., and Stephanie Jamison of Richmond, Va., friends of the bride, were matrons of honor. Bridesmaids were Jennifer Walker of Danville, Va., and Anne Davidson of Fredricksburg, Va., friends of the bride.

Tracy Anderson of Seven Springs, brother of the groom, and Michael Fortson of Raleigh, friend of the groom, were best men. Ushers were Matthew Carlisle of Raleigh and Andres Echevarria of Belmont, friends of the groom. Groomsmen were Bobby Anderson of Raleigh, cousin of the groom, and Julian Fritz of Raleigh, friend of the groom.

Joy Edwards directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Tabitha Robertson. Courtney Kearney and Amy Nisbett distributed programs.

A program of wedding music was provided by Ashley Harris, pianist, and Whitney Robertson, vocalist.

After a wedding trip to Ocho Rios, Jamaica, the couple is residing in Raleigh.

The bride is a 2002 graduate of Virginia Tech with a degree in public relations. She is employed as project coordinator with Universal Meeting Management of Raleigh.

The groom graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1999 with a degree in economics. He is employed as corporate auditor with the State Employees Credit Union of Raleigh.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Brier Creek country Club ballroom.

On April 22, a pig picking rehearsal dinner was held at the state fairgrounds.

FLETCHER — Leslie Carroll West and Michael Todd Buckner said their promises Saturday, March 25, at 3 p.m.

The Rev. Paul Thompson officiated at the double-ring ceremony at The Orchard at Broadmoor Golf Course.

Fred and Catherine West of Arden are parents of the bride. She is the granddaughter of Grace H. Smith of Goldsboro, the late John Lee Smith and Frances M. West of Fremont and the late Rudolph B. West.

Parents of the groom are Dennis Buckner and Deanna Constance of Asheville and Connie Morton and Mike Rhinehart of Canton. He is the grandson of Nancy Hamlin of Weaverville.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a strapless ivory and champagne A-line gown with a cascading side drape with a brooch attached to the waist and a sweep train.

For her headpiece, she chose a rum-colored flip veil embellished with freshwater pearls and crystals.

Emily West of Candler, sister of the bride, was maid of honor. Karlie West of Pikeville, cousin of the bride, was the bridesmaid.

Dennis Buckner was his son’s best man. Chris Moody, friend of the g room, was the groomsman. Ushers were Tyler and Jordan Moody, friends of the groom.

Allison Stoller, cousin of the groom, was flower girl. Chris Buckner, son of the groom, was ring bearer.

Winnie Fisher, friend of the bride, assisted with the wedding. Presiding at the register was Christy Gambill, friend of the bride. Sarah Bradley, friend of the bride, distributed programs.

After a wedding cruise to the Bahamas, the couple is residing in Candler.

The bride is employed as head teller with Mountain 1st Bank and Trust of Fletcher.

The groom is employed as a driver for Rice Trucking of Candler.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception at The Orchard dining hall.

The bride’s family held an after-rehearsal dinner March 24 at the home of the bride’s parents.

On March 24, Sarah Bradley held a bachelor/bachelorette party.

Sarah Bradley held a lingerie shower Feb. 19.

On Nov. 12, Barbara Herring, Linda Ervin, Lou Ann Smith, Kelly West, Rebeccah West and Beth Kirby, aunts of the bride, and Grace Smith and Frances West, grandmothers of the bride, held a miscellaneous bridal shower at Salem United Methodist Church.

Carol Duffy Smithwick and Richard Ashley Fleming of Goldsboro were married Saturday, May 6, at 6 p.m.

The Rev. Morton Eugene Carpenter and the Rev. William Sims Brettmann officiated at the double-ring ceremony at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gary Bryant Smithwick of Goldsboro.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Loyd Fleming Jr. of Pikeville.

The bride was given in marriage by her father.

Sallie Smithwick Colston of Rocky Mount, sister of the bride, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Allison Perrine Corsmeier and Renee Mauney Davis of Raleigh, Caroline Renee Brown and Melanie Ray Daniels of Goldsboro and Louisa Michael Ward of Wilmington.

Robert Loyd Fleming III of Sanford was his brother’s best man. Groomsmen were Aaron Richard Paxton of Phoenix, Ariz.; Gary Irving Fornecker of Goldsboro, cousin of the groom; Ronald Sean Frelke of Wilmington; John Motley Langston of Goldsboro; and Louis Elton Smith Jr. of Rocky Mount.

Louise Carter Northington was crucifer. Lura Edgerton Hulse and Hallie Middleton Hulse were torch bearers.

A program of wedding music was provided by Roger Frank Searles of Chapel Hill and Timothy Stewart of Goldsboro, trumpeter.

After a wedding trip, the couple will reside in Goldsboro.

The bride is a graduate of East Carolina University. She was presented at the 1991 Debutante Ball.

The groom attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University of Arizona and East Carolina University with a master’s degree in business administration.

NORTH TOPSAIL BEACH — Kelly Elizabeth Snavely and Charles Franklin Keene were united in marriage Saturday, May 6, at 6 p.m.

The Rev. Skip Corbett officiated at the double-ring oceanside courtyard gazebo ceremony at Villa Capriana Resort.

Michael and Beth Snavely of Faison are parents of the bride. She is the granddaughter of the late Hugh and Mildred Turlington and the late Richard and Louise Snavely of Clinton.

Charles and Joanne Keene of Mount Olive are parents of the groom. He is the grandson of the late Jeff and Anne Green and the late Lathan and Mary Ellen Keene of Mount Olive.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of white shimmer satin with a sweetheart neckline and beaded straps. Crystal and silver beading enhanced the bodice, repeating on the waistline of the princess line skirt. The lower edge of the gown was embellished with embroidered scrollwork and beadwork and flowed into a chapel-length train.

For her headpiece, she chose a tiara adorned with crystal, rhinestones and pearls with a single-tiered fingertip veil with petite cording accented with scattered crystals. She carried a clutch bouquet of blue hydrangeas and white roses adorned with a white satin bow with flowing streamers.

Amanda Pearman Snavely of Raleigh, sister-in-law of the bride, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Leslie Anne Keene of Greenville, sister of the groom, and Deirdre Little Bauer of Clinton, friend of the bride.

Daniel Alan Tyndall of Wilmington was his friend’s best man. Groomsmen were Jeffrey Ryan Snavely of Raleigh, brother of the bride, and Darren Gray Goodman of Mount Olive and William Russell Kornegay of Mount Olive, friends of the groom.

Robin and Gerald Bell of Mount Olive directed the wedding. Presiding at the register and distributing program was Britney Lynn Keene of Kenly, cousin of the groom.

After a wedding trip to St. Lucia, the couple will reside in Fayetteville.

The bride is a 2000 graduate of North Duplin High School, Johnston Community College with an X-ray technology degree and Pitt Community College with a degree in radiation therapy. She attended Meredith College. She is employed as a radiation therapist at Cape Fear Valley Health System’s cancer center of Fayetteville.

The groom graduated from North Duplin High School in 1997. He attended Wayne Community College. He is employed at Pennsylvania Transformers of Raeford.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents held a reception and dance at Sneads Ferry Community Center. Tillie Turlington of Wendell, aunt of the bride, served the wedding cake. Terry Keene of Kenly, aunt of the groom, poured punch.

On May 6, the bride’s family held a bridesmaids’ luncheon at Villa Capriani.

The groom’s parents held a rehearsal pig picking May 5 at Sneads Ferry Community Center.

On May 3, co-workers of the bride held a bridal shower at the cancer center of Fayetteville.

Co-workers of the bride held a bachelorette weekend April 21 through 23 in Myrtle Beach, S.C.

On April 15, co-workers of the bride at Clinton Urgent Care held a party.

A bridal shower was held April 2 at Faison Presbyterian Church fellowship hall.

Friends of the groom held several golf outings in April and March in Fayetteville and Clinton.

On March 26, Joanne Keene, Leslie Keene and Rooty Branch ladies auxiliary held a bridal shower at Rooty Branch Free Will Baptist Church fellowship hall.

PRINCETON — Sophia Elizabeth Moore of Goldsboro and Jeffrey Scott Pittman pledged their promises April 22 at 1 p.m.

Pastor Ferrell Hardison officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Whitley Church.

Wade Hampton and Mary Elizabeth Moore of Pikeville are parents of the bride. She is the granddaughter of the late Alexander Charles and Ellen Eliza Warren of England and the late Sophia Fedash Moore and Arthur Samuel Moore of Hobbsville.

Parents of the groom are Charles Aristo Jr. and Yvonne Shields Pittman of Goldsboro. He is the grandson of Myron Clare and Catherine Hough Shields of Conyers, Ga., and the late Charles Aristo Sr. and Janie Hodges Pittman of Eastman, Ga.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a white A-line strapless gown embellished with pearls and beads. The back bodice closed with satin-covered button.

For her headpiece, she chose a cascading veil.

Morgan Teal was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Christy Kennedy and Lorie Tillman.

Charles Pittman was his son’s best man. Ushers and groomsmen were Jeremy Wallace Best, friend of the groom, and Brian Tillman, brother-in-law of the groom.

Jamie Teal was flower girl. Ryan Tillman and Daniel Curtis, nephews of the couple, were ring bearers.

Kristen Stovall directed the wedding.

A program of wedding music was provided by Andy Stovall, sound technician.

After a wedding trip to the beach, the couple is residing in Rosewood.

The bride is a graduate of Eastern Wayne High School. She is employed as a medical records clerk with Eastern Medical Associates.

The groom graduated from Charles B. Aycock High School. He is employed with Pittman Construction.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the church’s Carpenters house.

On April 17, friends from Eastern Medical held a bridal shower at Texas Steakhouse.

Morgan Teal held a shower April 8 at the home of the couple.

A rehearsal dinner was held at the home of the couple.

Angela Renee Jones of Pikeville became the wife of Patrick Joseph Rosso of Pikeville April 22 at 3 p.m.

Pastor Bill Rose officiated at the double-ring ceremony at First Pentecostal Holiness Church.

Parents of the bride are Johnny Steven and Angela Hartley Jones of Dudley. She is the granddaughter of Nevada Gale Hartley and the late Carl Lindon Hartley of Dudley and Shirley Marie Jones and Ralph Exum Jones of Goldsboro.

James and Roseann Mosier of Mountain City, Tenn., are parents of the groom. He is the grandson of the late Rose Andolina, the late Russell Andolina and Margaret Mosier and the late James Mosier of Mountain City.

Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a sleeveless gown of white luster satin with red embroidery across the top of the bodice trimmed in pearls and crystal beading. Silver sequins adorned the bodice. A red lace-up corset back opened up into a red semi-cathedral-length train.

For her headpiece, she chose a crystal tiara.

Stephanie Jones, sister of the bride, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Jazlyn DuVall, cousin of the bride, and Tina Roberts, friend of the couple.

Jamie Roberts was his friend’s best man. Ushers were Joshua DuVall and Jordan DuVall, cousins of the bride. Groomsmen were James Mosier, father of the groom, and Brad Eastridge, friend of the groom.

Carsyn Jones, niece of the bride, and Sydnei Rosso, daughter of the groom, were flower girls.

Jill DuVall, aunt of the bride, directed the wedding. Presiding at the register was Jamelyn DuVall, cousin of the bride. Amber Cook cousin of the bride, distributed programs.

The couple is residing in Pikeville.

The bride is a 1998 graduate of Southern Wayne High School. She attended Wayne Community College’s surgical technician program. She is employed as a child care provider with Mount Olive Kiddie Kollege.

The groom graduated from Johnson County High School in 1998 in Tennessee. He is serving in the Air Force.

Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the American Legion of Dudley.

On April 8, a bachelor and bachelorette party was held at the home of Jamie and Tina Roberts, friends of the couple.

The bride’s mother, Jill DuVall and Mitzi Griffith, aunts of the bride, and Gale Hartley, grandmother of the bride, held a tool party March 11 at Brogden Church.

On Feb. 25, Stephanie Jones, sister of the bride, and LaWana Gurganus, friend of the bride, held a bridal shower at Brogden Church.

Family and friends held a rehearsal dinner at the American Legion of Dudley.

La-Tisha Aureila Gills and Travis Anthony Streeter pledged their marriage vows Feb. 25 at 1 p.m.

The Rev. David Williams officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Haven of God Covenant Church Ministries.

Parents of the bride are Joey Kinlaw, Jeffery Forte and the late Aureila Kinlaw. She is the granddaughter of the late Mattie Lee Coley and Kenneth Gills.

Parents of the groom are Olivia Whitfield and Elder Gladys Brewer of Goldsboro.

After a wedding trip to Atlanta, Ga., the couple is residing in Goldsboro.

LaSandra Tania Satchell and Terry Tryone Williams exchanged vows April 15 at 10 a.m.

Apostle Edwin D. Newsome officiated at the double-ring ceremony at Spirit-Filled Family Worship Center.

The bride is the daughter of Cassandra Satchell Giegher of Goldsboro and Anthony Allen Satchell of Wallace. She is the granddaughter of Willie Estelle Morrison of Magnolia and Rodger and Maebell Satchell of Wallace.

Parents of the groom are James and Alice Williams of Dudley. He is the grandson of the late Albert and Pricilla Williams of Goldsboro, the late Billy Ray Best of Clinton and Addie Pearl Smith of Newton Grove.

The bride was given in marriage and escorted by her father.

Terisinia Canady, godsister of the bride, was matron of honor. Katie Marie Darden, sister of the groom, was maid of honor.

Ronald Canady, friend of the couple, was best man. Marcus Alexander, brother of the bride, was the groomsman. Ushers were Jackie Newsome and Wende Yelverton.

Sierra Satchell, daughter of the bride, was flower girl.

Jeremiah Strozier, friend of the couple, was cup bearer.

Kendra Britton directed the wedding and did a dance before the bride entered.

A program of wedding music was provided by Patricia Newsome.

After a wedding trip, the couple is residing in Goldsboro.

The bride attends Wayne Community College. She is self-employed as a childcare provider.

The groom is employed as a healthcare technician at Cherry Hospital.

Following the ceremony, the couple held a reception in the church fellowship hall. A three-tiered wedding cake with roses was served.

On March 11, Terisinia Canady and Spirit-Filled Family women’s department held a bridal shower at Ryan’s Steakhouse.