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Adams - Rachel Loran Buchanan and Jody Clayton Adams
Marriage vows to be exchanged June 2, 2000
Rachel Loran Buchanan of Abilene and Joseph (Jody) Clayton Adams of Boyd have announced their plans to marry on June 2, 2000. Robert Isham will officiate the private ceremony.
The prospective bride is the daughter of Calvin and Virginia Buchanan of Decatur. She graduated from Decatur High School in 1996 and graduated magna cum laude from Abilene Christian University this month with a degree in nutrition. She is an assistant manager at Sears Methodist Retirement Center in Abilene.
The prospective groom is the son of Kelly and Ann Adams of Boyd. He graduated from Boyd High School in 1995 and is a candidate for graduation in December 2000 from Abilene Christian University with a degree in business administration.
Following a honeymoon cruise to the Caribbean, the couple will live in Abilene.

Arant - Alisha Kay Grant and Marcus Dewayne Arant
Marriage vows to be exchanged Dec. 16, 2000
Alisha Kay Grant of Decatur, daughter of Danny Grant of Decatur and Audrey Bates of Greenwood, will marry Marcus Dewayne Arant, son of Mark and Diane Arant of Rhome, on Dec. 16, 2000.
The ceremony will be at the Cuba Road Church in Bridgeport with the Rev. Joey Vick officiating.
The bride-elect will graduate from Decatur High School in January of 2001. She is employed at David’s Western Store in Decatur.
The prospective groom is a 1997 graduate of Haltom High School and is employed by Grainger Industrial Supply in Grand Prairie.

Ard - Veronica Lynn Wilderson and Clay Ard
Marriage vows to be exchanged July 1, 2000
Veronica Lynn Wilkerson of Dallas and Clay Ard of Mexia have announced plans to marry in Mexia July 1, 2000, at the Northcrest Church of Christ. Robin Wright will officiate.
The bride-elect, daughter of Robert and Anita Wilkerson of Wills Point, graduated from San Antonio College and is currently employed as a funeral director at Connally Compton Funeral Directors in Waco.
The prospective groom, son of Kenneth and Vicki Ard of Decatur, earned his bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University at Commerce in 1997. He is currently working as a teacher and coach at Mexia High School.

Arel - Amber Kristen Green and Steven Arel
Marriage vows to be exchanged Sept. 30, 2000
Amber Kristen Green of Denton, daughter of Kenneth and Cheryl Green of Decatur, and Steven Arel of Denton, son of Steve and Linda Arel of Sanger, will exchange vows on Sept. 30, 2000, at The Little Chapel in the Woods in Denton. Dr. Van W. Gardner of Grace Baptist Church will officiate.
The bride-elect is a 1996 graduate of Decatur High School and attends Texas Woman’s University.
She is majoring in dental hygiene.
The prospective groom is a 1994 graduate of Denton High School and attends North Central Texas
College. He is a self-employed contractor for Spence Corporation and DC&C Corporation.

Arel (2) - Mr. and Mrs. Steven Eugene Arel
Marriage vows exchanged Sept. 30, 2000
Amber Kristen Green of Denton, daughter of Ken and Cheryl Green of Decatur and Steven Eugene Arel of Denton, son of Steven and Linda Arel of Sanger were married Sept. 30, 2000, at the Little Chapel in the Woods at Texas Woman’s University in Denton.
Dr. Van W. Gardner of Grace Baptist Church in Decatur officiated the double ring ceremony.
The bride was escorted by her father. She wore a two-piece strapless satin dress accented with a beaded bodice. Her knee-length veil fell from a headband accented with pearls and jewels accented with a beaded comb.
She carried a bouquet of white Gerbera daisies, white roses, green hyacinth and baby’s breath accented with white satin ribbons.
Maid of honor was Christina Wendt, cousin of the bride, of Paradise.
Bridesmatrons were Marissa Stout, cousin of the bride, of Denton, Collete Ward of Denton and Rebecca Kiker of San Angelo. Bridesmaids were Dawn Proffer, cousin of the bride of Lake City, Fla. and Stephanie Arel, sister of the groom, of Sanger.
They wore empire-waist yellow boutique satin and chiffon floor-length dresses accented with matching scarfs and shoes.
The flower girls were Jordan Shetter, cousin of the bride and daughter of Christina Wendt and Justice Wendt, cousin of the bride and daughter of Gary and Venetia Sampson. They wore white sleeveless ankle-length dresses with angel wings and no shoes.
The candlelighter was Damien Kurrin, uncle of the bride, of Denton.
The ringbearer was Aaron Shetter, cousin of the bride and son of Christina Wendt of Paradise.
Best man was Jamey Ward of Denton. Groomsmen were Clint Maxwell, cousin of the groom and Zack Allen, both of Denton, Sonny Westerman of Lewisville and Dustin Smith and Brandon Meismer, both cousins of the groom, of Houston.
Ushers were Tim Wendt and Jeremy Cagle both cousins of the bride, of Decatur.
The guest book attendant was Tabitha Cagle, cousin of the bride, of Decatur.
Pianist was Ruthie Pierce. Soloists were Debbie Russell and Daniel Dickerson, both of Decatur.
Photographer was Wendy Kurrin, aunt of the bride, of Denton. Videographer was Rodney Fetterolf, uncle of the bride, of Decatur.
A reception was held at the Visual Arts Center in Denton. Servers were Deborah Fetterolf and Laurie Grimes, both aunts of the bride, of Decatur.
The rehearsal dinner was given by the groom’s parents at the Texican Grill in Denton.
Following a wedding trip to St. Croix in the Virgin Islands, the couple will live in Denton.
The bride graduated high school in 1996 and is studying to be a dental hygienist at Texas Woman’s University.
The groom is a 1995 graduate of Denton Ryan High School and is attending North Central Texas College.

Atkins – Billy and Betty Atkins
Fiftieth wedding anniversary Jan. 1, 2001
Billy and Betty Atkins of Decatur will celebrate their fiftieth wedding anniversary with a reception hosted by their children at the Decatur Church of Christ on Jan. 7, 2001, from 2 to 4 p.m.
Atkins and the former Betty Burkett were married Jan. 1, 1951, in Clayton, N.M.
Billy is retired from Bell Helicopter and Betty is a homemaker.
They have two children, Terry Atkins of Decatur and Cindy Wolverton of Fort Worth. They also have two grandchildren.

Austin - Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Jerrel Austin
Marriage vows exchanged Feb. 26, 2000
Tracey Elizabeth White of Decatur and Stanley Jerrel Austin of Muenster were wed in a double-ring ceremony at The Father’s House in Decatur on Feb. 26, 2000.
The Rev. Jerry Miller officiated.
The bride is the daughter of John and Paula White of Decatur and the groom is the son of Ronnie and Jessica Austin of Ringling, Okla.
The bride was escorted by her father. She wore a white satin tank sheath dress with an organza train with lace appliques. She carried blush pink roses with white silk.
The matron of honor was Shawna Stastny, sister of the bride, of Slidell.
Bridesmatron was Kimberli Pruett, cousin of the bride, of Catarina.
Bridesmaids were Sunnie Austin, sister of the groom, of Stillwater, Okla.; Nina Tackett of Decatur; and Janey Adams of Sunset.
The bridal party wore sage colored sleeveless A-line dresses with draped backs and each carried one blush pink rose.
The flower girl was Kate Lynn Kimbrough, daughter of Cale and Misty Kimbrough, cousin of the bride, of Edgewood.
Candlelighters were Rayne Austin, Barret Austin and Brittany Tackett.
The ringbearers were the bride’s nephews, Jarrett and Jake Stastny, sons of Shawna and Danford Stastny.
The best man was Scotty Austin, brother of the groom, of Marietta, Okla.
The groomsmen were Kenneth Casbeier, Michael McDonald, Curt Bayer and Dustin Allen. Ushers were Cale Kimbrough and Corey Kimbrough, cousins of the bride, of Edgewood.
The guestbook attendant was Nikki Ross of Decatur.
The pianist was Margaret Atkinson of Decatur and the soloists were Shawna Stastny, Bill Hutchison and Joy Roberts.
The reception was held at the National Guard Armory in Decatur and was given by Anita Ross with Blessings, Weddings, Etc.
The couple took a cruise to Catalina Island off the California coast and Ensenada, Mexico.
They reside in Muenster.
The groom owns Muenster Livestock Commission.

Baskin - Tracy Elaine Phillips and Wade Thomas Baskin
Marriage vows to be exchanged Oct. 17, 2000
Tracy Elaine Phillips of Dallas, daughter of Brenda Phillips of Bridgeport and C.D. Phillips of Port Neches will marry Wade Thomas Baskin of Dallas, son of Charles and Janis Baskin of Martins Mill.
The wedding will be Oct. 17, 2000, at a surprise location outside of the United States selected by the prospective groom. The couple will be honored with a reception upon their return at the home of Ocie and Cindy Vest.
The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Billie Doris, Charlie Ishmael Ford and Bunnia Phillips, all of Bridgeport. She is a graduate of Bridgeport High School and Tarleton State University. She received a bachelor of business administration in management and a bachelor of arts in Spanish. She is employed by Affiliated Computer Services as a computer programmer.
The prospective groom is a graduate of Martins Mills High School and a nursing graduate of North Central Texas College. He is employed as a registered nurse in the emergency department of Parkland Memorial Hospital.

Bates - Mr. and Mrs. Richard Allen Bates
Marriage vows exchanged Sept. 2, 2000
Cortny Christine Johnson and Richard Allen Bates were united in marriage in Anderson Township, Ohio on Sept. 2, 2000. The Rev. Allen Bates, the groom’s father, officiated the outdoor ceremony at sunset under a white arbor covered in vines and cascading lavender flowers.
The bride is the daughter of Bill and Tami Stepp of Anderson Township, and Ric and Stephanie Johnson of Washington Court House, Ohio. She is the granddaughter of Carol and Bill Mathison of Seattle, Wash. and Jackie Johnson of Washington Court House.
The groom is a 1994 graduate of Decatur High School. He is the son of Rev. Allen and Velda Bates of Decatur. He is the grandson of Odous and Inez Adams of Bowie and George and Cleota Bates of Decatur. He is the great grandson of Goldie Hatfield of Henrietta.
The bride was escorted by her father and step-father and carried a bouquet of white and lavender miniature Calla Lilies. She wore a white sleeveless full length gown of silk satin organza. The gown’s v-neckline and empire waist bodice were embellished with pear beading.
The Matron of Honor was Rachel Wilson of Clarksville, Ohio. Bridesmaid was Heather Chandler of Wichita Falls. They wore lavender dresses and carried bouquets of lavender and white flowers.
The best man was Chris Bates, the groom’s brother, of North Richland Hills. The groomsman was Michael Phelps of Decatur.
Music was played by Katie Stepp, sister of the bride and special music included a love song written and sung by the groom.
The reception took place by a swimming pool filled with floating candles. The reception area was decorated with pots of lavender mums and the trees and shrubbery were lit with tiny white lights.
Other special guests of the groom attending the wedding were Jessica Bates, the groom’s sister and friends Kelly Denti and Jay Sappington.
After the couple return from their honeymoon trip to Cancun, Mexico, the groom’s parents will host a local reception for them at Victory Family Church in Decatur. The couple will reside in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Beaman - Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gregory Beaman
Marriage vows exchanged June 1, 2000
Penny Lynn Homan and Robert Gregory Beaman exchanged marriage vows on June 1, 2000, at the Special Memory Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas, Nev. A dinner reception, hosted by Warren and Martha Beaman, the groom’s parents, followed at the Stratosphere tower.
The bride wore a gown of white silk duchese satin and cotton gabardine. Accenting her gown was a beaded headpiece of silk and pearls, with pearls scattered throughout the veil.
The bride is a graduate of Cleburne High School.
The groom is a graduate of Marietta High School in Marietta, Okla. High School and is the owner of R.B. Homes and Ace Communications in Bridgeport.
Following a wedding trip, the couple reside in Bridgeport.

Berend - Courtney Cole and Heath Berend
Marriage vows to be exchanged Aug. 19, 2000
Courtney Cole, daughter of Clyde and Gaye Cole of Greenwood, will marry Heath Berend, son of Morris and Jo Berend of Decatur, on Aug. 19, 2000, at the Oak Grove Pavilion.
The bride-elect is a 1999 graduate of Slidell High School and attends North Central Texas College in Gainesville.
The prospective groom is a 1996 graduate of Decatur High School and earned a welding certificate from Weatherford College. He is employed by the City of Decatur.

Berend (2) - Courtney Cole and Heath Berend
Marriage vows exchanged Aug. 19, 2000
Heath Berend, son of Jo and Morris Berend of Decatur and Courtney Cole, daughter of Clyde and Gaye Cole of Greenwood exchanged double ring wedding vows Aug. 19, 2000, at the Oak Grove Methodist Pavilion.
Don Griffith, pastor of the Church of Christ in Greenwood officiated the ceremony.
Grandparents of the bride are Willie and Jessie Cole and Rosa and Gaylen Wilson, all of Greenwood and Sue Wilson of Decatur. Great-grandmothers of the bride are Elsie Wilson of Big Sandy and Betty Thompson of Decatur.
Grandmother of the groom is Elouise Berend of Pilot Point.
The bride was escorted by her father and wore a floor-length sleeveless dress with an empire waist, sheer bodice and embroidered flowers.
The matron of honor was Shannon Meyer of Slidell, the bride’s cousin. Bridesmaids were Jessica Dorsey and Camille Franklin, both of Denton. They wore floor-length sleeveless navy blue dresses with white trim and an empire waist.
The best man was Chase Lasater of Decatur. Groomsmen were Shane Allison of Decatur and Bodie Cole of Greenwood, brother of the bride. They wore long-sleeved white shirts with blue wranglers.
Flower girls were Kendal Stephens and Katy Stephens, both of Greenwood. They wore floor-length light blue dress with white flowers and white trim.
Ring bearers were Hunter Malone of Greenwood, Tanner Warren of Decatur and Calder Lightfoot of Moody.
Ushers were Chance Wilson, Jack Sandford and Colter Boynton, all of Greenwood.
Music was provided by Whitney Warren of Decatur and Eric Hillary of Greenwood.
The bride’s cake was a three-tier heart cake decorated with fresh flowers. The groom’s cake was a two-layer boot-shaped chocolate cake accented with strawberries.

Biera - Laurie Allison and Steven Biera
Marriage vows to be exchanged July 15, 2000
Laurie Allison of San Antonio, daughter of Mike and Patti Allison of Roscoe, formerly of Chico, will marry Steven Biera of Arlington, son of Juan and Elvira Biera of Merkel, on July 15, 2000.
The wedding will be at the Merkel Church of Christ.
The bride-elect is a 1993 graduate of Callisburg High School and a 1998 graduate of Abilene Christian University. She will graduate from Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio with a masters degree in Communication Disorders in May, 2000.
The prospective groom is a 1990 graduate of Merkel High School and a 1996 graduate of Abilene Christian University. He is employed at Dallas Winston in Dallas.

Bond - Lindsay Michelle Hunt and Michael Lynn Bond
Marriage vows to be exchanged Dec. 16, 2000
Lindsay Michelle Hunt, daughter of Kenneth and Lillie Hunt of Decatur will marry Michael Lynn Bond, son of Howard and Barbara Bond of Wake Village, on Dec. 16, 2000.
Dr. Rusty Hedges will officiate the ceremony at the First United Methodist Church in Decatur.
The bride-elect is a 1994 graduate of Decatur High School and a 1998 graduate of Texas A&M University. She is attending the University of Houston College of Optometry.
The prospective groom is a 1996 graduate of Southern Arkansas University and a 2000 graduate of the University of Houston College of Optometry. He is working in Dallas.

Boone - Lindsey Dawn May and Michael Brandon Boone
Marriage vows to be exchanged Dec. 2, 2000
Lindsey Dawn May, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bill May of Boyd, will marry Michael Brandon Boone of Slidell, son of Ginger Boone of Slidell and Steve and Polly Boone of Gainesville, on Dec. 2, 2000.
The ceremony will be at the Methodist Church in Boyd followed by a reception at the Boyd Community Center.
The bride-elect is a 2000 graduate of Boyd High School and is attending Tarrant County College in Fort Worth.
The prospective groom is a 1998 graduate of Slidell High School and is attending Tarrant County College of Fort Worth. He is employed at the city of Colleyville as a firefighter.

Boswell - Mr. and Mrs. Kelly Harold Boswell
Marriage vows exchanged April 15, 2000
Crystal Leigh Trail and Kelly Harold Boswell, both of Bridgeport, were married in a double-ring ceremony on April 15, 2000, at the Pleasant View Baptist Church in Bridgeport.
The bride is the daughter of Vernon and Laurie Marshall of Runaway Bay. She is a 1999 graduate of Bridgeport High School and is employed by the First National Bank of Runaway Bay.
The groom is the son of Jim and Kathy Boswell of Bridgeport. He is a 1997 graduate of Bridgeport High School and is self-employed.
They will reside in Bridgeport.

Branch - Sandra Marie Krall and Kenneth Neal Branch
Marriage vows to be exchanged Oct. 28, 2000
Sandra Marie Krall of Decatur, daughter of Brad and Margaret Krall of Bedford will marry Kenneth Neal Branch of Boyd, son of Douglas and Yvonne Branch of Irving, on Oct. 28, 2000.
The Rev. Gonzo Morales will officiate the ceremony at the Assumption Catholic Church in Decatur.
The bride-elect graduated from Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and is employed as a veterinarian at the Wise County Animal Clinic.
The prospective groom graduated from Lincoln Technical Institute and is employed by Ryder Transportation in Fort Worth.

Brummell - Gene and Rowena Brummell
60th wedding anniversary March 16, 2000
Gene and Rowena Brummell of Decatur celebrated their sixtieth wedding anniversary with a reception on March 16, 2000, at The Club at Runaway Bay where they reminisced about the early years of their marriage by reading letters exchanged while Brummell was in the Navy during World War II.
Hosts were their children, Scott and Nancy Boyd and Jan Brummell, all of Decatur and Jimmy Brummell of Houston and their grandchildren.
The couple has four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Brummell and the former Rowena Moore were married March 16, 1940, at the home of the bride’s parents’, N.A. and Mary Cates Moore.
He is a retired vice president of the First National Bank of Decatur, now the First National Bank of Texas and she is the retired secretary for the First United Methodist Church in Decatur.
Memberships have included the Rotary Club, Chamber of Commerce, Wise County Reunion Committee and the Decatur Fire Department.
She is a member of the Decatur Woman’s Club.
They are both members of the First United Methodist Church in Decatur.

Bullock – Kristal Beth Nichols and Justin Daniel Bullock
Marriage vows to be exchanged Feb. 5, 2000
Kristal Beth Nichols of Weatherford, formerly of Decatur, daughter of Bob and Alma Nichols of Alpine, will marry Justin Daniel Bullock, son of Robert and Vickie Bullock of Weatherford on Feb. 5, 2000.
Paul Cavanau will officiate the ceremony at Center Point Baptist Church in Weatherford.
The bride-elect is a 1999 graduate of Decatur High School, attended Angelo State University and is now attending Weatherford College.
The prospective groom is a 1996 graduate of North Texas Christian Academy and is employed by M&M Metal Manufacturing in Fort Worth.

Butler - Amanda Gay Brawley and Cole Wayne Butler
Marriage vows exchanged Oct. 7, 2000
Amanda Gay Brawley, daughter of Connie Brawley of Decatur, and Cole Wayne Butler, son of Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Butler of Red Oak, were married Oct. 7, 2000, at the home of Peggy Burton of Decatur, grandmother of the bride. The Rev. Wayne England of the Red Oak Church of Christ officiated the double-ring ceremony.
The bride was escorted by her brother, Josh Brawley. She wore a white marble-satin sleeveless dress with an empire waist accented with beads and pearls and a sweep train. She wore a beaded tiara with a waist-length veil.
She carried a bouquet of yellow roses and miniature eggplant calla lillies.
The maid of honor was Karlee Butler, sister of the groom, of Red Oak. She wore a eggplant-colored dress and carried a bouquet of yellow roses and eggplant daisies.
Candlelighter was Ben Sandford of Greenwood, cousin of the bride.
Best man was Josh Ussery of Red Oak.
Organist was Annette Riley of Decatur, great aunt of the bride.
A reception followed the ceremony.
Servers were Shannon and Sarah Sandford of Greenwood, cousins of the bride.
The couple will live in Lewisville.
The bride is a 2000 graduate of Decatur High School.
The groom is a 1998 graduate of Red Oak High School and attended the University of North Texas. He is employed at TXU in Farmers Branch.

Caldwell - Mr. and Mrs. James Caldwell
50th wedding anniversary May 26, 2000
June and James Caldwell of Chico will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary at 2 p.m., May 20, at the First Baptist Church of Chico. The celebration will be hosted by their children and grandchildren.
June King and James Caldwell were married in Fort Worth May 26, 1950. They have three children, Larry and Debbie Caldwell of Sanger, Helen and J.T. Capps and Glynn Caldwell, all of Chico; and six grandchildren. Both are members of the First Baptist Church of Chico and retired employees of GTE Telephone Company.

Calvert - LaVonne Marie Reynolds and Mark Calvert
Marriage vows to be exchanged March 18, 2000
LaVonne Marie Reynolds of Decatur, daughter of Bill and Patti Reynolds of Boyd, will marry Mark Calvert, son of Charles and Peggy Calvert of Decatur, on March 18 at The Club at Runaway Bay.
The bride-elect is a 1990 graduate of Boyd High School and is employed at GTE Communications and is a member of the Decatur Volunteer Fire Department.
The prospective groom is a 1983 graduate of Decatur High School and is employed at Calvert Electric Inc.

Cannon, Bradley - Mr. and Mrs. Bradley Simon Cannon
Marriage vows exchanged May 27, 2000
Kristi Kay Martin of Bridgeport and Bradley Simon Cannon of Alvord were married May 27, 2000, in a double ring ceremony by Justice of the Peace Mark Autry at his office in Boyd.
The bride was escorted by her son, Brett Martin.
The bride is the daughter of Debra and David Allen of Bridgeport and the groom is the son of Joy and Herb Cannon of Alvord.
The bride wore a white, satin, floor-length dress. She carried a bouquet of white daisies.
Maid of honor was Erika Noble of Bridgeport.
She wore a pastel yellow satin, floor-length dress and carried white and yellow daisies.
Flower girl was Haley Meekins, daughter of Traci and Donald Meekins of Bridgeport. Ringbearer was Colton Strachan, of Bridgeport.
Best man was Chad Albert Patterson of Alvord. Ushers were Justin Daberkow, and Blake Jackson, both of Bridgeport.
A reception was given by Pat Younger and the employees of the Wise County Tax Office. Servers were Traci Meekins, Sue Johnson and Carolyn Brooks, all of Bridgeport.
The couple took a wedding trip to Eureka Springs, Ark. They are living in Bowie.
The bride is a 1995 graduate of Bridgeport High School. She is employed by the Wise County Tax Office.
The groom is a 1994 graduate of Alvord High School. He is employed by Max Tel Communications.

Cannon, Scott - Amy Lou Porter and Scott Matthew Cannon
Marriage vows to be exchanged Sept. 28, 2000
Amy Lou Porter, daughter of Meldee and LuAnn Porter of Smoot, Wyo. will marry Scott Matthew Cannon, son of Jack and Claudia Cannon of Decatur, on Sept. 28, 2000, in the Bountiful Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Bountiful, Utah.
The bride-elect is a 1999 graduate of Star Valley High School in Afton, Wyo. and is attending the L.D.S. Business College. She is an accounting clerk at Belsen Getty in Salt Lake.
The prospective groom is a 1997 graduate of Decatur High School and will be attending Salt Lake Community College. He is working in construction in the Salt Lake City area, where the couple plans to live.

Capt - Ashley M. Caughran and Emmett E. Capt IV
Marrige vows to be exchanged October, 2000
Ashley Marianne Caughran, daughter of Pat and Susan Cunningham of Kemah and Bill Caughran of Dallas and Emmett Eugene Capt IV, son of Emmett III and Stephanie Capt of Kilgore, plan to exchange marriage vows in October 2000 in Nacogdoches.
The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Bess Miller of Richardson and Lois Caughran of Dallas. She is a May 2000 honor graduate of Stephen F. Austin State University. She received a bachelor of science degree in interdisciplinary studies. She completed her student teaching in Geneva, Switzerland.
The prospective groom is the grandson of Coy Stephens of Decatur and Emmett Capt Jr. of Uvalde. He is a May 2000 graduate of Stephen F. Austin State University with a degree in agronomy and was named most outstanding agromony student. He is past president of Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity at SFA. He is completing an internship at the Forage and Development Heifer Center at SFA.

Carpenter - Mollie Debra Cook and Brian Bradford Carpenter
Marriage vows to be exchanged Dec. 31, 2000
Mollie Debra Cook of Corinth, daughter of Gary and Mary Cook will marry Brian Bradford Carpenter of Bridgeport, son of Bob and Linda Carpenter, on Dec. 31, 2000, at the First United Methodist Church in Bridgeport.
The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Naomi Cook of Eugene, Ore. and Mary Martin of Corinth.
The bride-elect graduated from the University of North Texas with a bachelor of arts degree in speech language pathology/audiology.
The prospective groom graduated from Texas A&M University with a bachelor of science degree in Biomedical Science and a medical degree from Temple School of Pediatric Medicine in Philadelphia. He is a member of North Central Texas Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine in Decatur and is employed by The North Texas Affiliated Medical Group in Fort Worth providing services at John Peter Smith Hospital.
A reception will be held at the Stockyard’s Stampede Room following the ceremony.

Cartwright - Robert and Lahoma Cartwright
Sixtieth wedding anniversary Sept. 15, 2000
Robert and Lahoma Cartwright of Decatur noted their sixtieth wedding anniversary Sept. 15, 2000.
Robert Cartwright and the former Lahoma Seabolt were married Sept. 15, 1940, in Marrietta, Okla. The couple will celebrate the anniversary at a later date when the out-of-state children will be at home.
They have four children, Rebecca Wilson of Jackson, Wyo., Robert Lee Jr. of Arlington, Lisa Klopp of Ramona, Calif. and Janell Hamilton of Decatur. They have 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

Casey - Angela Anne Cooke and Paul Haydon Casey
Marriage vows to be exchanged July 1, 2000
Angela Anne Cooke of Boyd and Paul Haydon Casey of Peaster announce their plans to marry on July 1, 2000, at the Victory Baptist Church in Weatherford. The Rev. Jim Bowden of the University United Methodist Church of Wichita Falls and the Rev. Charles Wetherbee of the Victory Baptist Church of Weatherford will officiate.
The bride-elect, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Roy Cooke of Boyd, is a 1988 graduate of Boyd High School and a 1992 graduate of Texas Christian University. She is a fourth grade teacher at Decatur Elementary and a member of the Decatur Junior Woman’s Club.
The prospective groom, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Casey, is a 1988 graduate of Peaster High School and a 1992 graduate of Tarleton State University. He is employed at Peaster High School as an agriculture science teacher.

Caywood - Cameron Lynn Hartsell and Tracy Wayne Caywood
Marriage vows to be exchanged Aug. 19, 2000
Cameron Lynn Hartsell of Bridgeport, daughter of Lynn and Debby Hartsell of Bridgeport, and Tracy Wayne Caywood of Houston, son of Terry and Dean Caywood of Pennington and Ginny Heath of Antlers, Okla., will exchange wedding vows on August 19, 2000, at the First United Methodist Church in Bridgeport. Rev. Johnny Irish will officiate.
The bride-elect graduated in May from Tarleton State University with a bachelor of science degree in biology.
The prospective groom graduated from Tarleton in May 1998 with a bachelor of science degree in manufacturing engineering. He is employed as a designing engineer at Wyman Gordon in Houston.

Champlin - Amy Elizabeth Wright and Daniel Alan Champlin
Marriage vows to be exchanged May 26, 2000
Amy Elizabeth Wright of Rhome and Daniel Alan Champlin of Southlake have announced their plans to marry on May 26, 2000, at the First Assembly of God in Colleyville. The Rev. Bruce Colbert will officiate.
The bride-elect is the daughter of Harlan and Grace Wright of Rhome. She attends Tarrant County College.
The prospective groom is the son of Gary and Peggy Champlin of Southlake. He also attends Tarrant County College.

Clark - Anna Rie Provence and H. David Clark, Jr.
Marriage vows exhanged Dec. 18, 1999
Anna Rie Provence of Bridgeport, daughter of Travis and Carla Provence of Bridgeport, was wed to H. David Clark, Jr., of Denton, son of Howard and Sallie Clark of Runaway Bay, Dec. 18, 1999, in Las Vegas, Nev.
The double-ring ceremony was performed by the Rev. William Edward Ramsey at the New York New York wedding chapel. Twenty family members and friends attended the ceremony.
The bride was given in marriage by her father. She wore a satin Mon Cheri gown with a fitted bodice and cathedral train. The sleeveless bodice featured a scooped neckline accented with beads and pearls. She also wore a beaded tiara with an illusion veil edged in satin.
She carried a cascade bouquet of red and burgundy roses with stargazer lilies.
A reception, hosted by the bride’s parents, followed the ceremony in the New York New York reception hall.
The couple lives in Denton. The bride is a 1998 graduate of Bridgeport High School and attends North Central Texas College in Corinth. She is employed by J.C. Penney in Denton.
The groom is a 1997 graduate of BHS and also attends NCTC. He is employed by TXI in Paradise.

Clayton - Julie Ann Wright and Jeremy Sha Clayton
Marriage vows to be exchanged Oct. 20, 2000
Julie Ann Wright and Jeremy Sha Clayton of Decatur will exchange marriage vows Oct. 20, 2000, at The Club at Runaway Bay. The bride-elect is the daughter of David Wright and the late Nita Wright.
The bride-elect is a 1988 graduate of Castleberry High School and is employed at American Airlines.
The prospective groom is a 1993 graduate of Springtown High School. He is an Irving firefighter and paramedic.

Cobleigh - Tammy Lee Haynes and Thomas Gregory Cobleigh
Marriage vows to be exhanged April 1, 2000
Tammy Lee Haynes of Paradise will marry Thomas Gregory Cobleigh of Paradise, son of William Cobleigh of Miramir, Fla. and Susan Byrne of Weston, Fla., on April 1, 2000.
The Rev. Johnny Irish will officiate the ceremony in Bridgeport.
The bride-elect, daughter of the late Edwin and Mary Haynes, is a graduate of Paradise High School and the prospective groom graduated from American High School.
They are both employed at Tech Data.

Coffman - Mr. and Mrs. Jim Gibbs Coffman
Marriage vows exchanged March 23, 2000
Brandi Raeshel VanHoose of Bridgeport, daughter of Rhonda McIlroy of Cottondale, and Jim Gibbs Coffman of Decatur, son of Jack and Nell Coffman of Decatur, were married in a double-ring ceremony at the Little Chapel of the West in Las Vegas, Nev., on March 23, 2000.
As a birthday gift for the bride, the groom planned a private ceremony.
The bride wore a dress with a princess collection twisted strap, pearl-beaded bodice and a net skirt and pearl accents. She had a cathedral-length train and wore a tiara as a headpiece.
She carried small red roses.
The couple’s wedding trip was to Las Vegas, and they plan to live in Paradise.
The bride is a 1992 graduate of Bridgeport High School and a 2000 graduate of ATI. She is a draftsperson for Control Specialist Services.
The groom is a 1993 Decatur High School graduate and owns and operates JC Backhoe and Trucking.

Collins - Guinness Margaret Deady and Brent William Collins
Marriage vows to be exchanged Dec. 2, 2000
Guinness Margaret Deady of Addison, daughter of B.D. and Denny Deady of Lake Bridgeport and Brent William Collins of Addison, son of Steve and Kay Collins of Carson City, Nev., and grandson of Rex and Dolores Collins of Lowell, Mich., will marry Dec. 2, 2000, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Dallas.
The bride-to-be is a graduate of Paradise High School and received a B.S. Degree in human resources from the University of North Texas, where she was a member of the track team. She is Customer Implementation Manager for Data Return in Las Colinas. The prospective groom, a graduate of James Madison High School in San Antonio, served in the U.S. Navy and received a B.B.A. Degree in finance from UNT. He is Assistant Vice President/Project Management for Resource One Credit Union in Dallas.

Collins (2) - Mrs. Brent William Collins
formerly Guinness Margaret Deady
Marriage vows exchanged Dec. 2, 2000
Guinness Margaret Deady and Brent William Collins exchanged double ring wedding vows on Dec. 2, 2000, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Dallas. Deacon Don Forbrick officiated the candlelight ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of B.D. and Denny Deady of Lake Bridgeport. The groom is the son of Steve and Kay Collins of Carson City, Nev. He is the grandson of Rex and Dolores Collins of Lowell, Mich.
Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a formal gown of oyster colored brocade and matte satin. The tank top style bodice of brocade had a dropped bisque waist. The formal skirt was organza over matte satin. The box pleated skirt flowed into a cathedral length train. She wore a headpiece of pearls and seed beads with an imported illusion, cathedral length veil. She carried a round bouquet of millennium and spray roses with handkerchiefs that had belonged to her maternal grandmother and great-grandmother.
Kim Spriggs of Plano was maid of honor. Bridesmatrons were Kelly Fryar, the bride’s cousin of Marble Falls; Mary Cinquemani of Euless and Evelyn Knotts of Dallas. Bridesmaid was Colette McCarty of Lewisville. They wore short sleeve velvet and satin floor length, hunter green gowns. They carried round bouquets of millennium and spray roses.
Gary Herrod of Montgomery was best man. Groomsmen were Martin “Marty” McGrath of Dallas; Michael “Mick” McGrath of Addison; Scott Strange of Flower Mound and Rob Poynor of Garland. Ushers were Don Bentley of Denton and Matthew “Matt” McGrath of Addison. The groomsmen and ushers wore kilts.
A scripture reading was provided by Kathy McGrath of San Antonio. Her grandson, Jack Tilson, son of Ash and Peg Tilson of San Antonio, was ringbearer.
Bagpiper Pipe Major Don Shannon provided Irish and Scottish music.
A reception followed the ceremony at the Melrose Hotel in Dallas.
A graduate of Paradise High School, the bride received a BBA degree from the University of North Texas. She is customer implementation manager for Data Return in Los Colinas. The groom graduated from James Madison High School in San Antonio and earned a BBA degree in finance from UNT. He is employed by Resource One Credit Union in Dallas.
Following a wedding trip to Kauai, Hawaii, the couple will make their home in Addison.

Craft – Laura Kemper Walker and Larry Holmes Craft
Marriage vows to be exchanged May 20, 2000
Mr. and Mrs. Richard N. Walker of Bridgeport announce the engagagement of their daughter, Laura Kemper Walker to Larry Holmes Craft, both of Houston. He is son of Mr. and Mrs. Tillman H. Craft of Houston.The wedding will be May 20, 2000, at 6:30 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church in Houston, with a reception following at The Brownstone.

Craft (2) - Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Holmes Craft
Marriage vows exchanged May 20, 2000
Laura Kemper Walker and Lawrence Holmes Craft exchanged wedding vows May 20, 2000, at Trinity Episcopal Church in Houston. The Rev. William Miller officiated.
The bride is the daughter of Richard and Kemper Walker of Bridgeport and the granddaughter of Agnes Walker of Bridgeport and Ruth Fall of Houston. The groom is the son of Tillman and Toby Craft of Houston.
The maid of honor was Tracie Bourne of Bridgeport. Bridesmaids were Jennifer Walker of Bridgeport, sister of the bride and LeAnna Russell of Arlington.
Chris Craft, brother of the groom served as best man. Groomsmen were Rick Bodor of San Diego and Craig Corcorran of Houston. Ushers included David Walker of Bridgeport, brother of the bride and Tim Craft of Friendswood, brother of the groom. The bell ringer was Forest Walker of Bridgeport, nephew of the bride.
The bride is a graduate of Bridgeport High School and Southwest Texas State University and is employed as a paralegal. The groom is a graduate of Memorial High School in Houston and the University of Arkansas and is employed in financial services.
Following a honeymoon trip to Playa del Carmen, Mexico, the couple is residing in Houston.

Cross - Ambra Michelle Roberts and Jarrod Wayne Cross
Marriage vows to be exhanged June 17, 2000
Ambra Michelle Roberts of Bridgeport, daughter of Monty and Janett Roberts of Bridgeport and Selene Howard of Roanoke, will marry Jarrod Wayne Cross of Bridgeport, son of Tim and Kathy Cross of El Paso and Amy Hunt of Haltom City, on June 17, 2000.
The wedding will be at the First Christian Church in Paradise.
The bride-elect attends Bridgeport High School and will pursue a career in equine massage therapy.
The prospective groom is employed by Williams Racing Stables.

Davis - Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Lynn Davis
Marriage vows exchanged Sept. 2, 2000
Chelsea Nicole Garner and Jeffrey Lynn Davis, both of North Richland Hills, exchanged double ring wedding vows on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2000, at Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Arlington.
The Rev. Richard Healy of Faith Harvest Church officiated.
The bride, a former resident of Paradise, is the daughter of William and Desiree Garner of Grand Prairie and the groom is the son of Dale and Lisa Davis of Bridgeport.
Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a formal satin and lace gown with beaded spaghetti straps and scalloped sequined bodice. The train flowed from the empire waist and featured a white bow. Her crown-shaped tiara, accented with sequins and beads, held a chapel-length illusion veil.
She carried a pink and lavender bouquet featuring Victorian roses and accented with greenery and baby’s breath.
Lesa Davis was her sister’s matron of honor. Jason Davis was his brother’s best man.
Chasity Davis, niece of the bride and daughter of Chase and Lesa Davis, was flower girl. Ringbearer was Jacob Garner, the bride’s brother and son of William and Desiree Garner. Billy Garner, the bride’s brother, served as usher.
Nuptial music was provided by organist B.J. Burns.
A reception followed the ceremony in the church hall. Members of the houseparty were Sandy Haas and Natalie Schuster, cousins of the groom.
The bride attended Paradise High School. The groom is a graduate of Birdgeport High School. The couple live in North Richland Hills.

Doggett - Sandra Michelle Baker and Chad Trenton Doggett
Marriage vows to be exhanged June 10, 2000
Sandra Michelle Baker, daughter of Bill and Kathleen Baker of Decatur will marry Chad Trenton Doggett, son of Bill and Jackie Doggett of Springtown, on June 10, 2000.
The Rev. Rusty Hedges will officiate the ceremony at the First United Methodist Church in Decatur.
The bride-elect is a 1997 graduate of Azle High School and will receive a bachelor of business administration degree from Stephen F. Austin State University in August. She is a member of Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority.
The prospective groom is a 1997 graduate of Springtown High School and will receive a degree in management from Angelina College in August.

Dunn - Jennifer Lea Rather and Brandon Lee Dunn
Marriage vows to be exchanged Feb. 18, 2000
Jennifer Lea Rather of Alvord, daughter of Edward and Linda Elsmere of Alvord and James and Karlee Rather of Crosby will marry Brandon Lee Dunn of Bridgeport, son of Rickie and Marcia Dunn of Bowie and Carla Miller of Arlington, on Feb. 18, 2000.
The Rev. Bill Hobbs will officiate the ceremony at Harvesttime Pentecostal Church in Bridgeport.
The bride-elect is a 1997 graduate of Alvord High School and is employed by Wackenhut Corrections Corporation in Bridgeport.
The prospective groom attended Job Corp and received his diploma in 1993. He is employed by Imperial Fabrication.

Erickson - Margaret Michelle McQuiston and Aaron Coady Erickson
Marriage vows to be exchanged Jan. 22, 2000
Margaret Michelle McQuiston, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bobby C. McQuiston of Austin, will marry Aaron Coady Erickson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jay H. Erickson of Boyd, on Jan. 22, 2000.
The Rev. Steve Youngdahl will officiate at the Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Austin.
The bride-elect is a 1999 graduate of Sam Houston State University in Huntsville where she was a member of Chi Omega Sorority. She is employed as a third grade teacher at Anderson Elementary School in the Spring Independent School District.
The prospective groom graduated from Sam Houston State University in 1996 where he was a member of Kappa Alpha Order. He is a petroleum landman with The Land Department, Inc. in Houston.
Following a honeymoon in Playa del Carmen, they will reside in Humble.

Erwin - Joanna Rae Kuxhausen and Eric Wade Erwin
Marriage vows to be exchanged April 1, 2000
Joanna Rae Kuxhausen of Grapevine, daughter of Roger and Barbara Kuxhausen of Beaumont, will marry Eric Wade Erwin of Grapevine, son of Don and Sandy Erwin of Bridgeport, on April 1, 2000.
The Rev. Cary Killough will officiate the ceremony at First Baptist Church in Grapevine.
The bride-elect attended (bride to call to verify attended or graduated from) Lamar University in Beaumont and is employed by MCI WorldCom.
The prospective groom graduated from Bridgeport High School and Weatherford College and is also employed by MCI WorldCom.
After a honeymoon in Mexico, the couple will reside in Grapevine.

Eudy - Marcelle Laverne Bates and Paul Dwayne Eudy
Marriage vows to be exchanged March 25, 2000
Marcelle Laverne Bates of Watauga, daughter of Robert Bates of Azle and Linda Bates of North Richland Hills, will marry Paul Dwayne Eudy of Watauga, on March 25, 2000. The prospective bride is the granddaughter of Tommy and Vergie Upchurch of Decatur.
The wedding will be at the Zion Family Church in Bedford.

Euler - Brittney Dawn Largent and Thomas Randolph Euler
Marriage vows to be exchanged March 18, 2000
Brittney Dawn Largent, daughter of Clarence and Carolyn Largent of Paradise, will marry Thomas Randolph Euler, son of Brenda Matula and Peter Euler of Seattle, Wash., on March 18, 2000.
The Rev. Joe Motsenbocker will officiate the ceremony at the First Baptist Church of Paradise.
The bride-elect is a senior at Paradise High School.
The prospective groom attends Southeastern Oklahoma State University where he is on the football team.

Euler (2) - Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Randolph Euler
Marriage vows exchanged March 18, 2000
Brittney Dawn Largent and Thomas Randolph Euler, both of Paradise, were married in a double ring ceremony on March 18, 2000, at the First Baptist Church in Paradise. The Rev. Joe Motsenbocker officiated the candlelight service.
The bride, daughter of Clarence and Carolyn Largent of Paradise, was escorted by her father. She wore a sleeveless white gown with a heart-shaped neckline that formed a ‘V’ at her waist. The back of the dress laced corset style, and the skirt was styled in five layers, adorned with daisies and pearls. She carried a bouquet of white roses with miniature lavender rosebuds and baby’s breath.
Keitha Farrow of Paradise was the maid of honor. The bridesmaids were Amanda Noah of Paradise and Michelle Gibson of Denton. The bridesmaids wore floor-length, lavender dresses with puff sleeves, empire waists and scoop necklines. The dresses flowed to floor-length trains made of sheer lavender that matched the sheer material trim at the necklines. The trains were attached with lavender and yellow daisies. They each carried a candle inside a bouquet of lavender rosebuds, daisies and baby’s breath. The flower girl was Mariah Matula of Washington, sister of the groom. Her dress was a white, floor-length gown that matched the bride’s gown.
The groom is the son of Brenda Matula of Seattle, Wash. and Pete Euler, also of Washington. The best man was Nick Richey of Paradise, cousin of the bride.
The groomsmen were Chad Largent, brother of the bride, and Jacoby Gentry, cousin of the bride. The ushers and candlelighters were Caleb Watkins and Bubba Richey, cousins of the bride. The ring bearer was Tristan Farrow of Paradise, nephew of the bride.
Pianist was Chad Largent, brother of the bride. Soloist was Amanda Noah.
The reception was held at a recreation center in Bridgeport. Servers were Chrissi Richey, Amber Watkins and Afton Hughes, cousins of the bride of Paradise. The couple took a wedding trip to Seattle.
The bride is a senior at Paradise High School and is employed at James Wood Motors. The groom is a graduate of Paradise High School and attends Southeastern University in Oklahoma. He is also an active member in the Oklahoma Army National Guard.

Flake - Jessica Dianne Hughes and Keith Flake
Marriage vows to be exchanged June 10, 2000
Jessica Dianne Hughes, daughter of Jackie and Diane Hughes of Alvord, will marry Keith Flake, son of Jim and Linda Flake of Chico, on June 10, 2000, at the Grace Outreach Church in Chico.
The bride-elect graduated from Chico High School in 1998 and attends Weatherford Junior College. She is a member of Phi Theta Kappa. She is also on the dean’s list and works part-time at Noah’s Ark Daycare and Preschool in Chico.
The prospective groom graduated from Chico High School in 1998 and attends North Central Texas College, pursuing a degree in technical drafting.
He is employed at the Bridgeport Building Center.

Flynt - Lindsay Ellan Harrell and Jason Matthew Flynt
Marriage vows to be exchanged May 13, 2000
Lindsay Ellan Harrell of Sunset and Jason Matthew Flynt of Decatur announce their engagement and upcoming marriage on May 13, 2000, at the Sunrise Ranch in Sunset.
The Rev. Jack Gatewood of Decatur and Robert Feather of Dallas will officiate.
The bride-elect is the daughter of Bobby and Connie Harrell of Sunset. She is a 1997 graduate of Southlake Carroll High School, attended Baylor University and currently attends the University of North Texas. She is a homebuilder in Southlake.
The prospective groom is the son of Richard and Ginger Flynt of Decatur. He is a 1993 graduate of Decatur High School. He received a bachelor of science degree in agricultural development from Texas A&M University in 1996. He is a ranch manager and a Grapevine firefighter.

Foreman - Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Dan Foreman
Marriage vows exchanged Feb. 19, 2000
Laura Christine Bramlett of Decatur and Joshua Dan Foreman of Decatur were wed in a double ring ceremony on Feb. 19, 2000 at the Grace Baptist Church in Decatur. The Rev. Gene Smith officiated.
The bride, daughter of Rick and Sherry Bramlett of Decatur, was escorted by her father. She wore a sleeveless white gown with princess seams and an elongated teardrop back connected to a tailored empire waist. The veil was gathered and fell to waist-length. It was attached to a headpiece that was covered with large, white, satin rosettes and pearls.
She carried a bouquet of spray roses and purple satin with a small lily, several alstromeria heather and baby’s breath.
The maid of honor was Kathryn McGaughey, a college roommate of the bride, of Deer Park. The bridesmaid was Julee Harris, a cousin, of Arlington.
They wore sleeveless, floor-length, plum-colored, A-line gowns with princess seams and empire waists. They had open, elongated triangle backs with bows and buttons down the back and below the waist.
The groom is the son of Jimmy and Marsha Foreman of Decatur. The best man was Jay Polhemus, a friend from Decatur.
The groomsman was Olan Rhea Foreman, the groom’s brother, of Decatur. Ushers were Clay Bramlett and Chris Bramlett, the bride’s brothers, both of Decatur.
The reception was held at Grace Baptist Fellowship Hall and was given by the bride’s parents.
Servers were Mailka Stoudenmire, a college roommate, from Fort Worth, Kay Rouse and Judy Fultz, Both friends of Decatur and Janice Smith.
The couple planned a wedding trip to San Antonio and now live in Bridgeport.
The bride graduated from high school in 1998 and both attended the University of North Texas for one year. She is currently enrolled at North Central Texas College.
She is employed at James Wood Motors.
The groom graduated from Decatur High School in 1997 and from Brookhaven College in 1999.
He is employed at James Wood Motors.

Fox – Stacy Strickland and Russell Fox
Marriage vows to be exchanged this summer
Stacy Strickland, daughter of Randy and Melinda Buchenau of Alvord and Lloyd and Lola Strickland of Levelland, will marry Russell Fox, son of Henley and Jean Fox of Decatur.
They will be married in Las Vegas, Nev. this summer.
The bride-elect is a 1992 graduate of Alvord High School and a 1997 graduate of Texas Woman’s University. She teaches at the child development center at Texas Woman’s University.
The prospective groom is a 1991 graduate of Decatur High School and is employed at James Wood Motors in Decatur.
The couple will live in Decatur.

Franklin - Camille Nicole Fletcher and Michael Gene Franklin
Marriage vows to be exhanged April 22, 2000
Camille Nicole Fletcher, daughter of Tim and Darlene Fletcher of Slidell, will marry Michael Gene Franklin of Slidell, son of Archie Franklin of Lewisville and Terisa Franklin of Fort Worth, on April 22, 2000.
The wedding will be at the First Baptist Church in Slidell.
The bride-elect is a 1998 graduate of Slidell High School. She attends Texas Woman’s University and is employed at the Sanger Bank.
The prospective groom is a 1995 graduate of Slidell High School and is employed at Cablenet, Inc. in Lewisville.

Franklin (2) - Mrs. Michael Gene Franklin (formerly Camille Nicole Fletcher)
Marriage vows exchanged April 22, 2000
Camille Nicole Fletcher and Michael Gene Franklin, both of Slidell, were married April 22, 2000, in a double ring ceremony at the First Baptist Church in Slidell. Chester Cullum performed the ceremony.
The bride was escorted by her father, Tim Fletcher.
The bride is the daughter of Tim and Darlene Fletcher of Slidell. The groom is the son of Archie Franklin of Lewisville and Terisa Franklin of Fort Worth.
The bride wore a long white sleeveless princess-cut wedding gown accented with a criss-cross design of white pearls on the front at mid-waist and featuring a detachable train. She carried a large round bouquet of fresh spring flowers with stems wrapped in tulle, topped with a bow.
Maid of honor was Bridget Fletcher, sister of the bride, of Slidell. Bridesmatrons were Carrie Beard, cousin of the groom, of Sanger and Brandy Reed, the groom’s sister-in-law, of Slidell. Bridesmaid was Michelle Franklin, the groom’s sister, of Slidell. They wore long hunter green sleeveless evening gowns. The dresses had a full back and a rounded scoop neck. They carried a small bouquet of fresh spring flowers with stems wrapped in tulle.
Flower girls were Presley and Kennedee Stastny, daughters of Bobby and Karla Stastny of Slidell. Candlelighters were Bodie Cole and Chance Wilson of Greenwood. Ringbearers were Jarrett and Jacob Stastny, sons of Danford and Shawna Stastny of Slidell.
Best man was Craig Stastny, cousin of the groom, of Slidell. Groomsmen were Chris and Eric Fletcher, brothers of the bride, of Slidell and Brady Beard, cousin of the groom. Ushers were the groom’s cousins, Bobby and Danford Stastny of Slidell, David Turkoly of Rowlette and Brad Watts of Sanger.
Guest book attendant was K'Leigh Watts of Sanger. Pianist was Sue Maxwell of Greenwood and soloist was Brady Beard of Sanger.
A reception given by the bride's parents was held at the home of Strike and Carolyn Franklin. Servers were the groom’s cousins, Stacy Turkoly of Rowlette, Karla Stastny and Shawna Stastny of Slidell and Jennifer Watts and Melissa Stastny of Sanger; and Courtney Cole of Decatur.
The bride is a 1998 graduate of Slidell High School and attends Texas Woman's University. She is employed by the Sanger bank.
The groom is a 1995 graduate of Slidell High School and is employed by Cablenet, Inc.
The couple took a wedding trip to Cancun, Mexico and are living in Denton.

Fuhrmann - Tammie Michelle Lively and Leonard Leo Fuhrmann
Marriage vows to be exchanged June 17, 2000
Tammie Michelle Lively and Leonard Leo Fuhrmann, both of Gainesville, have announced plans to marry June 17, 2000, at Saint Peters Catholic Church in Lindsay. The Rev. Sebastian Beshoner will officiate.
The bride-elect, daughter of Lee and Linda Lively of Decatur, is a 1990 graduate of Paradise High School and earned a bachelor of science degree from Tarleton State University in 1994.
She is a 4-H Extension agent with the Cooke County Agricultural Extension Service.
The prospective groom, son of Joseph and Marie Fuhrmann of Gainesville, is a 1983 graduate of Lindsay High School and is employed as an automotive technician.
The couple plans to live in Colorado.

Greenwood - Shana Justine Pate and Joey Don Greenwood
Marriage vows to be exchanged July 1, 2000
Shana Justine Pate of Irving, daughter of Karen Drew of Azle and Billy Pate of Boyd and granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Loyd Ward of Bridgeport and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Zuber of Newark, will marry Joey Don Greenwood of Wichita Falls, son of Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Graves of Montague, on July 1, 2000.
The bride-elect is also the granddaughter of the late C.W. Smith of Azle. The prospective groom is also the son of the late Jim Greenwood of Bowie.
The wedding will be at Colonial Baptist Church in Wichita Falls.
The bride-elect graduated from Bowie High School and Midwestern State University. She is employed as a teacher and coach for the Irving Independent School District.
The prospective groom graduated from Bowie High School and Midwestern State University. He is working toward his doctorate degree at the University of North Texas. He is employed by Midwestern State University as director of intramural sports and as an instructor.
Following a honeymoon cruise to the Caribbean, the couple will reside in Wichita Falls.

Hachtel - Juanita Louise Elman and Christopher Glynn Hachtel
Marriage vows to be exchanged Sept. 30, 2000
Juanita Louise Elman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Elman of Beckville, will marry Christopher Glynn Hachtel, son of Brenda Maxwell of Pittsburg and the late Glynn Hachtel of Decatur, on Sept. 30, 2000, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Longview.
The bride-elect is a graduate of Kilgore Junior College and Stephen F. Austin State University. She is employed with Austin Country Club in Austin.
The prospective groom is a graduate of Kilgore Junior College and the Dallas Institute of Funeral Directors. He is employed with Rosewood Funeral Chapels in Victoria.

Hall - Jennifer A. Becker and Michael A. Hall
Marriage vows to be exchanged May 20, 2000
Jennifer A. Becker, daughter of Charles and Corinne Becker of Alvord will marry Michael A. Hall of Alvord, son of Deborah Orr of Fostoria, Mich., on May 20, 2000.
The Rev. Greg Mohr will officiate the ceremony at the C.A. Becker Ranch.
The bride-elect graduated from Alvord High School and is employed at the Wal-Mart vision center.
The prospective groom graduated from Fort Worth ISD and is employed by Jones Drilling.

Hampton – Pamela Gail McCasland and Justin Worth Hampton
Marriage vows to be exchanged March 4, 2000
Pamela Gail McCasland, daughter of Mike and Nancy McCasland of Chico, will marry Justin Worth Hampton, son of Jim and Carolyn Hampton of Collinsville, on March 4, 2000.
Dan Sparkman will officiate the ceremony at the Crafton Baptist Church.
The bride-elect is a graduate of Chico High School and is employed at Boeing.
The prospective groom is a graduate of Crowley High School and is also employed at Boeing.

Hampton (2) - Mr. and Mrs. Justin Worth Hampton
Marriage vows exchanged March 4, 2000
Pamela Gail McCasland of Chico and Justin Worth Hampton, of Collinsville were married in a double ring ceremony in the Crafton Baptist Church on March 4, 2000, by the Rev. Dan Sparkman.
The bride is the daughter of Mike and Nancy McCasland of Chico. She is a 1999 graduate of Chico High School. She works at Best Western in Decatur.
The groom is the son of Jim and Carolyn Hampton of Collinsville. He is a 1993 graduate of Crowley High School. He is employed at Texas Environmental Management in Justin.
The bride was escorted by her father.
She wore her mother’s wedding dress.
The maid of honor was Alison Gardner and the bridesmaid was Crystal Ramsey, both of Decatur.
Ashton Peterson, daughter of C.J. and Beverly Peterson of Alvord, a cousin of the bride, was the flower girl. Her brother, Cody Peterson, was the ringbearer.
Jimmy L. Hampton, Jr. of Collinsville, the groom’s brother, was the best man.
Billy McCasland of Chico, the bride’s brother, was a groomsman.
Chris and Wally Craft of Alvord, sons of Scott and Margaret Craft, were the ushers. They are cousins of the bride.
Shirley Squires was the guest book attendant.
The pianist was Tamala Starkey of Temple.
A reception was hosted by family and friends at the Crafton Baptist Church.
Following a wedding trip to Galveston, the couple reside in Chico.

Hardy - Ashlee Dawn Cate and Dayle Weston Hardy
Marriage vows to be exchanged June 17, 2000
Ashlee Dawn Cate, daughter of Edward and Cheryl Cate of Boyd will marry Dayle Weston Hardy of Plano, son of Dayle and the late Nancy Hardy of Boyd, on June 17, 2000.
The Rev. Mike Stanley of Walnut Creek Baptist Church will officiate the ceremony at Brentlinger Farm in Mansfield.
The bride-elect is a 1995 graduate of Boyd High School, a 1999 graduate of Wellness Skills School of Massage Therapy and is a practicing registered massage therapist in Plano.
The prospective groom is a 1993 graduate of Boyd High School, attended Texas A&M University and is employed as a police officer with the city of Plano. He is a former Wise County Deputy Sheriff.

Hardy (2) - Mr. and Mrs. Dayle Weston Hardy
Marriage vows exchanged June 17, 2000
Ashlee Dawn Cate and Dayle Weston Hardy, both of Plano, exchanged marriage vows in a double ring ceremony June 17 at Brentlinger Farm in Mansfield. Mike Stanley of Walnut Creek Baptist Church officiated. The bride is the daughter of Edward and Cheryl Cate and the groom is the son of Dayle Hardy and the late Nancy Hardy, all of Boyd.
The bride was escorted by her father.
She wore a short sleeve, white satin, A-line dress, with princess style beaded bodice and full satin skirt, accented with beads around the hemline. The dress had a detachable satin train accented with beads at the hemline. The headpiece was a wide, white headband with pearls and beads with a fingertip length veil. She carried a teardrop bouquet of maroon, pale pink, yellow and white roses with iridescent ribbon, baby’s breath and white pearl accents.
Maid of honor was Angela Bradford of Little Rock, Ark. Bridesmaids were Karri Bennington of Winchester, Va. and Rebekah Cate of Newark. They wore maroon, floor-length gowns with spaghetti straps and carried nosegays of maroon, pale pink, yellow and white roses.
Best man was Doug Parr of Alvord. Groomsmen were David Riggs of Paradise and Ron Kress of Plano.
Flower girl was Gretchen Zimmerman, cousin of the bride and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chris Zimmerman of Mt. Pleasant, Mich. Ringbearer was Casey Riggs, son of David and Teresa Riggs of Paradise. Ushers were Jim Zehetner of Clarksville and Ryan Cate, the bride’s brother of Boyd.
Soloists were the bride and Rebekah Cate of Newark.
A reception, given by the bride’s father, followed at Brentlinger Farm.
The bride is a 1995 graduate of Boyd High School and a 1999 graduate of Wellness Skills, Inc. Massage Therapy School. She is employed as a massage therapist. The groom is a 1993 Boyd High School graduate and attended Texas A&M University. He is a graduate of TCJC Police Academy. He is employed by the Plano Police Department.
After a wedding cruise to the West Caribbean, the couple live in Plano.

Hargues - Leslie Anne Rogers and Chad Hargues
Marriage vows to be exchanged July 29, 2000
Leslie Anne Rogers of Stephenville, daughter of Laurrie and Harland Null of Paradise, and Chad Hargues of Plano, son of Tommy and Cheryl Hargues of Highland Village, will exchange wedding vows on July 29, 2000, at the Lakeland Baptist Church in Lewisville.
The Rev. Doyle Mosley will officiate.
The bride-elect is a 1994 graduate of Paradise High School and a 1998 graduate of Tarleton State University.
She is a kindergarten teacher at Acker Elementary School in Frisco.
The prospective groom is a 1995 graduate of Marcus High School in Flower Mound.
He is a telephone technician for Affiliated Telephone.

Hargues (2) - Mrs. Chad Hargues
formerly Leslie Anne Rogers
Marriage vows exchanged July 29, 2000
Leslie Anne Rogers of Stephenville and Chad Hargues of Plano exchanged marriage vows in a double ring ceremony on July 29, 2000, at Lakeland Baptist Church in Lewisville. Doyle Mosley of Liberty Baptist officiated. The bride is the daughter of Harland and Laurrie Null of Paradise and the groom is the son of Tommy and Cheryl Hargues of Highland Village.
The bride was escorted by her father.
She wore an ivory and pink rum off-the-shoulder chapel length train dress with sequins and pearls. She carried red and ivory roses in a cascade bouquet.
Maid of honor was Alicia Null, sister of the bride of Paradise. Bridesmatrons were C.J. Allred of Hico, Heather Moresco of Alvarado and Chelsea Vinson of Stephenville. They wore floor length, crepe back satin red dresses and carried ivory roses.
Best man was Brad Hargues, the groom’s brother of Highland Village. Groomsmen were Curt Millward and Johnny Shields of Lewisville and Clint Vinson of Stephenville.
Flower girl was Alicia Caraway, cousin of the groom and daughter of Robert and Tracy Caraway of Luling. Ringbearer was Andy Hargues, cousin of the groom and son of Jerry and Amber Hargues of Perryton. Ushers were Mike O’Brien of Garland, and Heath Null, brother of the bride of Paradise. Pianist was Amy Copsey of Lewisville and soloist was Tonya Davis of Tyler.
A reception was held at Hedrick House.
The bride is a graduate of Paradise High School and Tarleton State University. She is employed by Frisco ISD as a teacher at Acker Elementary. The groom is a graduate of Marcus High School and is employed by Affiliated Telephone Inc.
After a wedding trip to Cancun, the couple lives in Frisco.

Harris - Angela Tiffany Buffington and Eric Len Harris
Marriage vows to be exchanged Oct. 21, 2000
Angela Tiffany Buffington of Boyd, daughter of David and Judy Buffington of Bridgeport and Eric Len Harris of Boyd, son of Robert and Debbie Ivie of Paradise and John and Gail Harris of Justin, will be married Oct. 21, 2000.
The Rev. Jimmy Withers will officiate the ceremony at Aurora Baptist Church.
The bride-elect is a 1996 graduate of Paradise High School.
The prospective groom is also a graduate of Paradise High School.

Harris (2) - Angela Buffington and Eric Len Harris
Marriage vows exchanged Oct. 21, 2000
Angela Tiffany Buffington of Boyd, daughter of David and Judy Buffington of Paradise and Eric Len Harris of Boyd, son of John Harris of Justin and Debbie Ivie of Paradise, were married Oct. 21, 2000, in the Aurora Baptist Church.
Rev. Jimmy Withers officiated the double-ring ceremony.
The bride was escorted by her father. She wore an Amy Lee gown with pearl like beads surrounding the round neckline with a sleeveless bodice adorned with beads, sequins and lace. The gown was chapel length made from tulle. Throughout the tulle there were lace appliqués beaded with sequins and iridescent beads. The bottom of the dress was trimmed in a wide white satin ribbon. A symphony full-length veil was adorned with white roses, sequins and beaded pearls.
She carried a cascading bouquet of burgundy and pale yellow roses intertwined with pale yellow lilies with ivy as greenery.
Matron of honor was Tyra DeBono of Fort Worth.
Bridesmatron was Heather Buffington of Paradise, sister-in-law of the groom.
Junior bridesmaid was the bride’s sister, Brittany Buffington of Paradise.
The attendants wore long, flowing burgundy gowns with a square neckline bodice embellished with embroidery. Flowers were combinations of burgundy and pale yellow roses with pale yellow lilies and ivy greenery.
The flower girl was Lexi Gilbreath, daughter of Jerry and Trudy Gilbreath of Paradise.
Candlelighters and ushers were Bill Read of Paradise, grandfather of the groom, and Benny Lindley of Cottondale.
The ringbearers were Lee Robinson and Toni Ward of Paradise and Kenny Robinson of Azle, nephew of the groom.
The best man was cousin of the groom Russell Read of Paradise. Groomsman was Brandon Buffington of Paradise, brother of the bride.
The guest book attendants were K.D. Robinson and Toni Ward, both of Paradise.
A reception was given in the Aurora Baptist Church. Servers were Jessica Mayberry of Paradise, Jodi Messenger of Bridgeport and Jenny Read of Paradise.
The couple enjoyed a wedding trip to Cozumel and Cancun, Mexico. They live in Boyd.
The bride is a 1996 honor graduate of Paradise High School. The groom attended Paradise High School.

Hays - Mandy Lynn Hopkins and Phillip Michael Hays
Marriage vows to be exchanged Sept. 16, 2000
Mandy Lynn Hopkins of Bedford and Mike Hays of Irving plan to marry on Sept. 16, 2000, at the Plymouth Park United Methodist Church in Irving. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Minor Hopkins of Boyd and he is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Hays of Roy, Utah. John Anderson will officiate the ceremony.
The bride-elect is a 1995 graduate of Boyd High School and a 1999 graduate of Tarleton State University. She is employed as an ESL teacher and coach at Crockett Middle School in Irving.
The prospective groom is a 1992 graduate of Ellison High School in Killeen and a 1996 graduate of Texas A&M University. He is also employed as an ESL teacher and coach at Crockett Middle School in Irving.

Henderson - Bob D. and Ann Henderson
Fiftieth wedding anniversary Nov. 4, 2000
Bob D. and Ann Henderson of Boonsville will celebrate their fiftieth wedding anniversary Nov. 4, 2000, with a reception at The Club at Runaway Bay from 1 to 3 p.m.
Bob Henderson and the former Ann Swetnam were married Nov. 4, 1950 in Jacksboro.
He is a retired Registered Public Surveyor.
They have five children, Bob Jr. and Linda Henderson of Burleson, Jim and Sherry Henderson of Decatur, Patricia Henderson of Arlington, Kathy and Don Stephan of Willow Park and Kay and David Benton of Benbrook.
The also have seven grandchildren.

Hiler - Amy Marie French and Scott Allan Hiler
Marriage vows to be exchanged Sept. 8, 2000
Amy Marie French of Alvord, daughter of Charles and Kim French of Alvord and Joe and Janice Gilliland of Bridgeport will marry Scott Allan Hiler of Fort Worth, son of Ed and Pat Hiler of Bryan, on Sept. 9, 2000.
Steven Mason will officiate the ceremony at the Methodist Camp in Bridgeport.
The bride-elect is a 1998 graduate of Texas A&M with a degree in construction science and is employed by PVP Building Systems in Decatur.
The prospective groom is a 1999 graduate of Texas A&M with a degree in agribusiness and is employed by Fidelity Investments in Las Colinas.

Hill – Marlene Davis and James Hill
Marriage vows exchanged December 25, 1999
Marlene Davis and James Hill of Boonsville were married Dec. 25, 1999, in Boonsville. She is employed by IGA in Bridgeport and he is employed by Wise Ready Mix in Bridgeport. The couple resides in Boonsville.

Holland - Wendy Michelle Freeman and J. Wesley Holland
Marriage vows to be exchanged June 17, 2000
Wendy Michelle Freeman, daughter of Gary and Betsy Freeman of Decatur will marry J. Wesley Holland of Paradise, son of Dixie Holland of Paradise and Scott Holland of Springtown, on June 17, 2000.
The Rev. Byron Dial will officiate the ceremony at the First United Methodist Church in Decatur.
The bride-elect will graduate this year from Decatur High School and the prospective groom will graduate this year from Paradise High School.

Holland (2) - Wendy Michelle Freeman and John Wesley Holland
Marriage vows exchanged June 17, 2000
Wendy Michelle Freeman and John Wesley Holland exchanged wedding vows in a double-ring ceremony on June 17, 2000, at the First United Methodist Church in Decatur. Byron Dial, youth minister at the Springtown Church of Christ, officiated.
The bride is the daughter of Gary P. and Betsy Freeman of Decatur.
The groom is the son of Dixie Holland of Paradise and Scott Holland of Decatur.
The bride was escorted by her father. She wore an ivory waisted sleeveless gown with pearl and sequin bodice and rounded neckline, with a chapel-length train with a scalloped hem with lace, pearl and sequin trim. The elbow-length veil with pencil edging accented a rhinestone and pearl tiara. She carried a bouquet of yellow and ivory roses trimmed with ivory ribbon.
Maid of honor was Cassie Coale of Decatur. Bridesmatron was Nellie Caddell, sister of the groom, of Denton.
Bridesmaids were Kayla Hess of Decatur and Ashley Freeman, cousin of the bride, of Kemp. They wore lavender, sleeveless, round-neck dresses with V shaped backs and carried bouquets of yellow roses with lavender freesia and lavender stock, trimmed with lavender and ivory ribbon.
Flower girls were Alyssa Coale, daughter of Sandra and Trey Coale of Decatur and Mikel-Ann Dial, daughter of Bryon and Stacy Dial of Springtown. Candlelighters were Grady Holland, brother of the groom of Paradise and Lance Freeman, cousin of the bride of Kemp.
Ringbearer was Brandon Bryant of Paradise. Best man was John Thomas of Springtown. Groomsmen were Travis Caddell of Denton, Jacoby Gentry of Paradise and Shane Freeman, brother of the bride, of Decatur. Ushers were Bryan and Brent Hearne, cousins of the bride of Keller, Jacob Mayberry of Paradise and Michael Loucks of Decatur.
Jessica Williams of Decatur registered guests. Music was provided by Amanda Reeves, pianist and soloists Alicia Mitchell, Susan Summers and Rebecca Buchanan, all of Decatur.
The bride’s parents hosted a reception following the ceremony at the church. The houseparty included Jill Jones and Kate Fostel of Decatur and Amanda Noah and Kay Lock of Paradise.
Following a wedding trip to Cancun, Mexico, the couple is living in Decatur. The bride is a 2000 graduate of Decatur High School and attends Tarrant County College. She is employed by Wise Pest Control. The groom, a 2000 Paradise High School graduate, also attends TCC and is employed by Wal-Mart.

Holmes - Jelena Djukic and Jason Holmes
Marriage vows to be exchanged June 16, 2000
Jelena Djukic of Wichita Falls, daughter of Krsto and Marija Djukic of Moscow, Russia will marry Jason Holmes, son of Coley and Vickie Holmes of Decatur on June 16, 2000.
The Rev. Jerry L. Miller will officiate the ceremony.
The wedding will be at the Family Life Center of the First Baptist Church in Decatur.
The bride-elect came to the U.S. as a foreign exchange student and graduated from Nappa High School in Nappa Valley, Calif. She will graduate from Midwestern State University in May with a degree in finance.
The prospective groom is a 1996 graduate of Decatur High School. He will graduate from Midwestern State University in May with a degree in Business/Management.

Holmes (2) - Mr. and Mrs. Jason Andrew Holmes
Marriage vows exchanged June 16, 2000
Jelena Djukic and Jason Andrew Holmes exchanged marriage vows June 16, 2000, at the Family Life Center of the First Baptist Church in Decatur. The Rev. Jerry L. Miller officiated. The bride is the daughter of Krsto and Marija Djukic of Moscow, Russia and the granddaughter of Danica Maric. The groom is the son of Coley and Vickie Holmes of Decatur and the grandson of Julia Faye Cook and Olivia Holmes, both of Decatur.
Maid of honor was Yolanda Hermosilla. Bridesmaids were Erica Aleman, Sarah Dickens, Kara Kilcrease, Farah Popal, Misti Popal and Brittany Silvey.
Best man was Chris Holmes, brother of the groom. Groomsmen were Jeff Garner, Jeff Harrison, Jason Meng, Gardner Reynolds and Garet Silvey.
Flower girl was Lacy Terrell. Ivy Holmes and Jaclyn Meng were candle lighters. Ushers were Vuk Djukic, brother of the bride, Justin Pierce and Ryan Oland.
A reception followed at The Club at Runaway Bay. Members of the house party were Lenneke Nienwland, Jessica Williams and Holly Harrison.
The bride and groom are May 2000 graduates of Midwestern State University.
Following a wedding trip to Hawaii, the couple lives in Decatur.

Hudson - Brandy Elise Johnson and Andrew Thomas Hudson
Marriage vows to be exchanged May 6, 2000
Brandy Elise Johnson, of Bridgeport, daughter of Gary and Kathy Johnson of Hurst will marry Andrew Thomas Hudson of Bridgeport, son of Robert and Marcy Hudson of Runaway Bay and Ronny and Rebecca Bishop of Decatur, on May 6, 2000.
The Rev. Terry Spencer of Hurst will officiate the ceremony at Diamond Oaks Country Club in North Richland Hills.
The bride-elect is a Decatur High School graduate and is a treatment coordinator for Dr. Fred Renfro, Jr. in Decatur.
The prospective groom is a Decatur High School graduate. He earned a degree in accounting from the University of North Texas and is employed by Stuart, Caitlin & Co. in Fort Worth.

Hughes - Stephanie Summers and Jason Hughes
Marriage vows to be exchanged July 29, 2000
Stephanie Dyann Summers, daughter of Steve and Stuart Summers of Decatur, and Jason Thomas Hughes, son of Don and Linda Hughes of Round Rock, will exchange marriage vows July 29, 2000, at Fielder Road Baptist Church in Arlington. The Rev. Gary Smith will officiate.
The bride-elect is a 1996 graduate of Decatur High School and a May 2000 graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology and business.
The prospective groom is a 1994 graduate of Round Rock High School and a December 1999 graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington, where he was on full scholarship for the UTA golf team.
He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications.
He is employed by Sunset Direct in Austin.

Hughes (2) - Mrs. Jason Thomas Hughes
Formerly Stephanie Dyann Summers
Marriage vows exchanged July 29, 2000
In a double ring candlelight ceremony the afternoon of July 29, 2000, at Fielder Road Baptist Church in Arlington, Stephanie Dyann Summers of Decatur became the bride of Jason Thomas Hughes of Round Rock.
Parents of the couple are Steve and Stuart Summers of Decatur and Mr. and Mrs. Don Hughes of Round Rock. Grandparents of the bride are Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Haney of Baytown and Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Summers of Paris. The groom is the grandson of Carroll and the late Blanche Hughes of Wickett and Roy and the late Nell Bingman of Torrance, Calif.
The Rev. Gary Smith of Fielder Road Baptist Church officiated.
Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a white satin, A-line sleeveless gown. A band of pearls outlined the rounded neckline and scooped back. A double row of pearls extended from the back of the dress to the end of the train. The elbow length veil was enhanced with pearl and rhinestone studs. The bride wore a blusher. She carried a spring bouquet of light blue bella donna, grace freesia, white spray roses and light pink peonies, accented with white sweet pea. The bouquet was wrapped in silk with french knots and pearl studs.
Susan Summers of Decatur was her sister’s maid of honor. Bridesmatrons were Callie Branch of Normal, Ill., Kara Chisum of Decatur and Amy Wilson, sister of the groom, of Coppell. Bridesmaids were Crystil Trotter of Paradise and Kimberlee Johnston of Los Angeles, Calif. They wore ice blue satin dresses with a fitted bodice and A-line skirt. They carried blue aggie, light blue bella donna, grace freesia, white spray roses and light pink peonies, tied with a white illusion bow.
Jenny Rebecca McClellan, cousin of the bride and daughter of Greg and Laura McClellan of Baytown, was flower girl. Ringbearer was Herb Butcher, cousin of the bride and son of Rick and Rhonda Butcher of Pflugerville.
Trey Longbotham of Dallas was best man. Groomsmen were Justin Wilson, Chris Stuckey and Buck Giebelhaus, all of Round Rock; Casey Burns of Austin and Stephen Summers, brother of the bride of Denton. Ushers were Dustin Haney and Wesley Haney, cousins of the bride of Pasadena; Mark Ashworth of Las Vegas, Nev. and Deron Zinnecker of Round Rock.
Sara Haney of Pasadena and Amanda Butcher of Pflugerville attended the guest book. Music was provided by organist Richard Ponder of Grand Prairie and soloists Susan Summers and Mike Vaughn of Decatur.
The bride’s parents hosted a reception at The Petroleum Club in Fort Worth following the ceremony, where pianist Brad Logan provided music.
Following a wedding trip to Negril, Jamaica, the couple is living in Austin. The bride is a 1996 graduate of Decatur High School and a 2000 graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington. A 1994 graduate of Round Rock High School, the groom is a 1999 graduate of UTA. He is employed in sales and marketing with Sunset Direct.

Hulsey - Wilma Ruth Hays and Keith Ray Hulsey
Marriage vows exhanged March 11, 2000
Wilma Ruth Hays, daughter of Raymond and Mellissa Hays of Boyd, was married in a double ring ceremony to Keith Ray Hulsey, son of Steve and Terry Ellis of Boyd, March 11, 2000, at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church No. 2 in Keeter.
The Rev. Norman Abernathy officiated and the bride was escorted by her father.
She wore a long ivory dress with lace and beads. Her headpiece included baby’s breath in her hair. Her flowers were pink and yellow roses with silver and blue accents.
The maid of honor was Tiffany Vargus, cousin of the bride, of Boyd. Bridesmatrons were Elizabeth Hines and Angel Tacket, cousins of the bride of Boyd. The bridesmaid was Heather McCormick, cousin of the bride, of Boyd.
The flower girls were Krissy Hays, daughter of R.J. and Kristina Hays of Boyd and Meagan Hatley, daughter of John and Michelle Hatley of Boyd.
The ringbearer was Logan Kyle Ellis, son of Tommy and Traci Ellis of Boyd.
The best man was Tommy Ellis, brother of the groom, of Boyd. Groomsmen were Joshua Hays, Jason Hays and Chris Hulsey, all of Boyd.
The reception was held at the Fellowship Hall. Servers were Nancy Hays and Martha Hatley, both of Boyd. The guest book attendant was Kristina Hays of Boyd and the pianist was Brenda Abernathy of Boyd.
The couple plan a wedding trip to Galveston and will reside in Boyd.
The bride and groom will graduate from Boyd High School this May. The groom is employed at Level’s Foodcenter IGA as a butcher.

Jackson, Jason - Kayli Dawn Waddell and Jason Ray Jackson
Marriage vows to be exchanged Feb. 12, 2000
Mike Waddell of Fort Worth and Debbie Waddell of Paradise announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Kayli Dawn Waddell to Jason Ray Jackson on Feb. 12, 2000, at the Decatur Church of Christ.
The prospective groom is the son of Olen and Betty Jackson of Boyd and Janie Shaw of Houston.
The bride-elect is a 1999 graduate of Paradise High School and is employed by APPS Paramedical.
The prospective groom earned his high school diploma in 1999 and is employed by Trend Offset Printing.

Jackson, John - Mr. and Mrs. John Neil Jackson
Marriage vows exchanged June 24, 2000
Summer Ashlee Settle of Boyd, daughter of Colleen Cade of Boyd and Gordon Settle of Lewisville, and John Neil Jackson of Boyd, son of Karen and Don Jackson of Boyd, exchanged marriage vows in a double ring ceremony on June 24 at Friendship Baptist Church in Boyd. Mark Autry officiated.
The bride was escorted by her brother, Justin Brown of Arlington.
The bride wore a long, white gown, edged in lace. She wore a three tiered veil with beaded head piece and long white gloves. She also wore a blue and white lace garter. She carried six yellow roses.
Maid of honor was Stormy Slider of Arlington. Bridesmaids were Tara Jae Gomas and Ashton McGregor of Boyd. They wore long purple, backless dresses. The maid of honor carried three roses and the bridesmaids each carried a single rose.
Best man was Jimi Dean of Boyd. Groomsman was Justin Brown, brother of the bride of Arlington.
Guest book attendant was Jennifer Swaney of Lewisville.
A reception was held at the church. Servers were Shirly Slider of Arlington and Paula Bentley of Bedford.
The bride plans to attend Weatherford College in the fall. She is employed as a lifeguard at Eagle Mountain Marina. The groom is a 1999 graduate of Boyd High School. He is employed by Don Jackson Construction as a foreman.
The couple lives in Boyd.

Jackson, Olen – Jackie Elizabeth Long and Olen Ray Jackson, Jr.
Marriage vows to be exchanged March 25, 2000
Olen Ray Jackson, Jr. of Boyd and Jackie Elizabeth Long of Paradise have announced their plans to marry on March 25, 2000, at the First Baptist Church of Cottondale.
The Rev. Gary Barnett will officiate.
The bride-elect is the daughter of Albert and Jackie Long of Paradise. She will graduate from Paradise High School in June.
The prospective groom is the son of Olen and Betty Jackson, Sr. of Boyd and Janie Shaw of Houston. He attended Boyd High School.

Jackson, Olen (2) - Mr. and Mrs. Olen Ray Jackson, Jr.
Marriage vows exchanged March 25, 2000
Jackie Elizabeth Long of Springtown, daughter of Albert and Jackie Long of Paradise, and Olen Ray Jackson, Jr. of Springtown, son of Olen and Betty Jackson of Boyd and Janie Shaw of Houston, were married in a double ring ceremony at the First Baptist Church of Cottondale on March 25, 2000. The Rev. Gary Barnett officiated and the bride was escorted by her father.
She wore a long, full, off-the-shoulder dress with a sweetheart neckline and a bow in the back that was embedded with sequins and pearls. The white lace veil was covered in pearls.
She carried a bouquet of off-white roses and baby’s breath. The bouquet also had greenery, pearls and multi-colored pastel ribbons throughout.
The maid of honor was Sherrea Cox of Boyd. Bridesmatrons were Danielle Bowen, of Boyd; Theresa Long, sister-in-law of the bride, of Paradise; and Kayli Jackson, sister-in-law of the bride, of Irving. Bridesmaids were Courtney Hughes of Alvord and Tammy Pugh of Bridgeport.
Each wore a different pastel colored dress including pink, lavender, peach, green, yellow and blue. They also carried one single rose each with multi-pastel ribbons attached.
The flower girl was Amber Bowen, daughter of Chuck and Danielle Bowen of Boyd and goddaughter of the bride and groom. Candlelighters and ushers were brothers of the bride, Joseph Long of Paradise and Adam Long of West Point, N.Y.
Ringbearer was Pete Welcome, son of Jennifer Welcome of Fort Worth and cousin of the bride.
The best man was Chuck Bowen of Fort Worth. Groomsmen included Olen Jackson, Sr., father of the groom, of Boyd; Jason Jackson, brother of the groom, of Irving; Audie Downey, brother of the groom, of Boyd; Corey Jackson, brother of the groom, of Boyd; and Kris Lunsford of Boyd.
The guest book attendant was Cassie Jackson, sister of the groom, of Boyd. Pianist was Bethy Tierce of Paradise and the soloist was Adam Long, brother of the bride.
Parents of the bride and groom hosted a reception in the church fellowship hall.
The servers were Amanda Noah and Jamie Moore of Paradise and Pam Welcome, cousin of the bride, of Fort Worth.
Following a wedding trip to San Antonio the couple are at home in Springtown. The bride is employed by Allied Electronics in Fort Worth and the groom works for Trend Off Set Printing in Carrollton.

Janecka - Junior and Frances Janecka
50th wedding anniversary June 25, 2000
Junior and Frances Janecka of Decatur will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a reception hosted by their children and grandchildren.
The reception will be from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 25, at the Catholic Church of the Assumption, located at 1305 Deer Park Road in Decatur.

Janese - Laura Kaye Shannon and John Francis Janese
Marriage vows to be exchanged Nov. 18, 2000
Laura Kaye Shannon of Bridgeport, daughter of Paul and Kieron Diffenderfer of Bridgeport and David Shannon of Paradise, will marry John Francis Janese of Kunsan Air Force Base in South Korea, son of Johnny Janese of Lake Charles, La. and Mr. and Mrs. Rick Simmons of Winnie, on Nov. 18, 2000.
The Rev. Johnny Irish will officiate the ceremony at the First United Methodist Church in Bridgeport.
The bride-elect is a 1996 graduate of Bridgeport High School and a 2000 graduate of Midwestern State University with a bachelor of science degree in Interdisciplinary Studies.
The prospective groom is a 1997 graduate of Hamshire High School and is in the United States Air Force.

Janese (2) - Mr. and Mrs. John Francis Janese
Marriage vows exchanged Nov. 18, 2000
Laura Kaye Shannon of Bridgeport and John Francis Janese of Hampshire exchanged double ring wedding vows on Nov. 18, 2000, at the First United Methodist Church in Bridgeport. The Rev. Johnny Irish officiated.
The bride is the daughter of Paul and Kieron Diffenderfer of Bridgeport and David Shannon of Paradise. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Janese of Lake Charles, La. and Mr. and Mrs. Rick Simmons of Winnie.
Given in marriage by her father, Paul Diffenderfer, the bride wore an ivory baroque satin Victorian styled gown with pleated skirt and attached train. The gown featured a lace overlay bodice and sheer lace, three-quarter length sleeves. Pearls lined the neckline and hem of the full length gown. Her tulle veil was trimmed in ivory satin ribbon. The gown was designed and created by the bride’s mother.
The bride wore her grandmother’s diamond choker and carried a handkerchief belonging to the groom’s grandmother. She carried a colonial style bouquet in a mixture of Virginia and bridal white roses, mini carnations and monte casino, surrounded by ivory tulle.
Misty Sutton and Amanda Toby of Wichita Falls were maids of honor. Bridesmaids were Kassi Richey of Bridgeport, Agniesxka Beavers of Denton and Nicole Janese, sister-in-law of the groom of Lake Charles. They wore purple floor length gowns with empire waists accented with purple satin bows and three-quarter length sleeves.
Brie Martin, niece of the bride and daughter of Mark and Carol Martin of Bridgeport, was flower girl. Cody Heckaman and Ryan Hemingway, both of Beaumont, lighted candles. The bridal couple and their mothers lighted a unity candle.
Austin Broussard, son of B.J. and Tracie Broussard of Beaumont and nephew of the groom, was ringbearer.
Adam Janese of Lake Charles was his brother’s best man. Groomsmen were Doug Mueller and Jake Peltier, both of Winnie; B.J. Broussard, brother-in-law of the groom, and Cody Heckaman, both of Beaumont. Ushers were Shea Martin of Bridgeport, the bride’s cousin; Robbie Martin of Hampshire and Lance Foster and Cody Heckaman, both of Beaumont.
Heather Graham of Lubbock and Rasena Seagraves of Lubbock registered guests. Music was provided by Carmelina Holloway, harpist and Jerry Coffman of Boyd and Amanda Tody of Wichita Falls, soloists.
A reception followed the ceremony at the Bridgeport Lion’s Hall. Servers included Leah Mapes of Jacksboro, Stephanie Murphy of Waco and Jennifer Murphy of College Station.
Following a trip to Phoenix, Ariz., the couple is living in Glendale, Ariz. The bride is a 1996 graduate of Bridgeport High School and a 2000 graduate of Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls where she earned a B.S. degree in education.
The groom is a 1997 graduate of Hampshire High School and is serving in the U.S. Air Force.

Johnson, Carl - Mrs. Carl Andrew Johnson
formerly Connie Sue McKeever
Marriage vows exchanged June 24, 2000
Connie Sue McKeever and Carl Andrew Johnson, both of Colleyville, exchanged wedding vows June 24, 2000, at White's Chapel United Methodist Church in Southlake. The Rev. John McKellar officiated.
The bride was escorted by her father, Raymond McKeever.
The bride is the daughter of Raymond and Reba McKeever of Paradise and the granddaughter of Evelena McKeever of Chico. The groom is the son of Charles and Dora Johnson of Fort Worth.
Matron of honor was Kristi Force of Forth Worth. Bridesmaids were Tawana Joplin, Kathy Waldrop and DeAnna DeBruin.
Best man was Clark Johnson of Cedar Park. Groomsmen were Joe Johnson, Paul Davis and Richard Sanders. Organist was Roy Pompa and soloist was Erin Hudnall.
A dinner and reception dance followed at the Colleyville Community Center.
The bride received a B.S. degree in Education from the University of North Texas in Denton and a master's in Business Administration from Le Tourneau University of Longview. She is a managing partner with Hire Assets of Dallas/Fort Worth.
The groom received a B.S. degree in Horticulture from Texas Tech Univesity. He is employed with Aerotech in Chihuahua, Mexico.
After a wedding trip to Tahiti, the couple will reside in Colleyville.

Johnson, John - Kelle Ann Blaize and John Johnson
Marriage vows to be exchanged March 25, 2000
Deborah Blaize of Stephenville, and Robin Blaize of Bountiful, Utah announce the engagement of their daughter, Kelli Ann Blaize, to John Johnson of Boyd.
The bride-elect is a 1995 graduate of Hamilton High School and a 1999 graduate of Tarleton State University. She is  pursuing a masters degree in public health. She is the granddaughter of Vernon and Vollie Livingston of Hamilton and Lohman and Louise Blaize of Boerne.
The prospective groom is a 1996 graduate of Boyd High School and is self-employed as a pipefitter/welder. He is the son of Mark and D’Ann Johnson of Boyd and the grandson of Lloyd and Jonivee Holland of Boyd and Mary Johnson and the late James Johnson of Tulia.
The couple plan to wed on March 25, 2000, at Pecan Creek Pavilion in Hamilton at 5 p.m. with a reception following at Jason Harris Pavilion. All friends and family are welcome to attend.

Johnson, Tommy - Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Gene Johnson
Marriage vows exchanged March 17, 2000
Denae Lyn Lawson Shields and Tommy Gene Johnson, both of Bridgeport, were united in a double ring ceremony on March 17, 2000, in New Orleans, La.
The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Victor Melinda at the New Orleans Wedding Chapel.
The bride is the daughter of Von and Claudia Lawson of Bridgeport. She is a registered nurse at Decatur Community Hospital. She graduated from Bridgeport High School in 1989 and North Central Texas College in 1996.
The groom is the son of Jesse and Patsy Johnson of Lockhart. He is a firefighter/paramedic for the Haltom City Fire Department. He also graduated from Bridgeport High School in 1989. He graduated from Austin Community College’s Fire Academy in 1992.
The bride was escorted by her father.
She wore a gown made by Mitchiko Jones of Decatur and a headpiece made by Laurie Delgado of Decatur.
Maid of honor was Cheyenne Shields of Bridgeport.
The couple took a wedding trip to California, Arizona and New Mexico and now reside in Bridgeport.

Joiner - Kelly Denise Roberts and Dan Matthew Joiner
Marriage vows to be exchanged July 15, 2000
Kelly Denise Roberts, daughter of Tony and Lydia Roberts of Springtown, and Dan Matthew Joiner, son of Gerre and Jo Joiner of Decatur, plan to marry July 15, 2000, at Grace Baptist Church in Decatur. The Rev. Kenneth Thomas will officiate.
The bride-elect is a 1996 Springtown High School graduate and a 2000 Tarleton State Univeristy graduate. She is employed at Denton Regional Medical Center as a nurse.
The prospective groom is a 1994 Stephenville High School graduate and will graduate from Tarleton State University in December. He will student-teach in Weatherford in the fall.

Jordan - Maranda Kay Handley and Joshua Egbert Jordan
Marriage vows to be exchanged July 22, 2000
Maranda Kay Handley of Bridgeport, daughter of Don and Donna Handley of Bridgeport, will marry Joshua Egbert Jordan, son of Raunel and Patricia Branch of Fort Worth.
The wedding will be July 22, 2000, in Fort Worth at the Burton Hill Baptist Church.
The bride-elect is a police officer with the Westworth Village Police Department.
The prospective groom is a paramedic with the medic system of Louisiana and Medstar Ambulance of Fort Worth.

Jordan (2) - Mrs. Joshua Egbert Jordan
formerly Maranda Kay Handley
Marriage vows exchanged July 22, 2000
Maranda Kay Handley of Bridgeport and Joshua Egbert Jordan of Fort Worth were married July 22, 2000, in a double ring ceremony at Burton Hill Baptist Church in Fort Worth.
The bride was escorted by her father, Donald Handley.
The bride is the daughter of Donald and Donna Handley of Bridgeport and the groom is the son of Raunell and Patricia Branch of Fort Worth.
Matron of honor was Jessica Burns of Fort Worth.
Best man was Dan White of Fort Worth.

Kleinhans - Angela Mack Heller and Wesley David Kleinhans
Marriage vows to be exhanged June 10, 2000
Mrs. Glenna Clay of Montague and Lynn Heller of Alvord announce the engagement of their daughter, Angela Mack Heller, to Wesley David Kleinhans, son of Nancy Benish of Bowie and David Kleinhans of Seymour, on June 10, 2000.
The wedding will be at the St. Williams Catholic Church in Montague.
The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Ray and Mack Fenoglio and the late Berlin and Doris Heller. The prospective groom is the grandson of Olin and Claryce Merrett and Edwin and Jo Kleinhans.
The bride-elect is a 1995 graduate of Nocona High School and a 1999 graduate of Midwestern State University. She is employed as a teacher and coach for Montague ISD.
The prospective groom is a 1993 graduate of Bowie High School and a 1999 graduate of MSU. He is employed as a teacher and coach by the Decatur ISD.

Knox - Amanda Carole Seigler and Daniel Brian Knox
Marriage vows to be exchanged Nov. 18, 2000
Amanda Carole Seigler, daughter of Guille and Jo Ann Seigler of Fort Worth, will marry Daniel Brian Knox, son of Charles and Diane Barnes of Itasca and Tom and Lucy Knox of Lancaster, on Nov. 18, 2000.
The Rev. Mike House will officiate the ceremony at the First United Methodist Church in Commerce.
The bride-elect is a 1996 graduate of Cooper High School and a 1999 graduate of Texas A&M University-Commerce with a bachelor of science degree in sociology. She is currently employed at an assisted living facility in Fort Worth.
The prospective groom is a 1995 graduate of Itasca High School and a 2000 graduate of Texas A&M University-Commerce with a bachelor of science degree in journalism. He is currently employed at the Wise County Messenger in Decatur.

Lambert - Jillian D. Jenkins and John C. Lambert
Marriage vows to be exchanged Sept. 9, 2000
Jillian D. Jenkins, daughter of Darla Coursey of Bridgeport, will marry John C. Lambert, son of Johnny and Sheila Lambert of Boyd, on Sept. 9, 2000.
The Rev. Charles “Butch” Gott will officiate the ceremony at Cates Street Baptist Church in Bridgeport.
The bride-elect graduated from Bridgeport High School in 1996.
The prospective groom will graduate from Boyd High School this year.

Lane - Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Kent Lane
Marriage vows exchanged March 18, 2000
Melissa Brooke Lipsey of Keller, daughter of Bob and Barbara Tischler of North Richland Hills, was married in a double ring ceremony to Bryan Kent Lane, son of Kay and Alan Lane of Decatur on March 18, 2000, at the First United Methodist Church in Decatur.
The Rev. Rusty Hedges officiated and the bride was escorted by her father.
She wore a raw silk, floor-length gown. The A-line dress was accentuated with tiny pearls and sequins and the neckline and straps were accented with pearls. The shoulder straps met mid-back with a bow. Her bouquet was of wildflowers and white roses.
The maid of honor was Ahpton Lipsey, daughter of the bride, of Keller. She wore a gown of silk white tulle with a beaded bodice and an empire waist and carried a bouquet of wildflowers and white roses.
Candlelighters were Brandon, Raina and Logan Park, all nieces and nephews of the groom of Decatur.
The best man was Keith Lane, brother of the groom of Decatur.
Harpist was Carmelina Holloway of Decatur.
The reception was held at Joe T. Garcia’s in Fort Worth and was given by the family members.
The couple had a wedding trip to Saint Thomas and will reside in Decatur.
The bride is a graduate of Texas Tech and works for Nokia. The groom is a graduate of North Lake and currently works at Sky Lane Helicopters.

Lankford - Dara Nicole Lindsey and Brent Lankford
Marriage vows to be exchanged July 1, 2000
Dara Nicole Lindsey of Decatur and Brent Lankford of Howe have announced their plans to marry July 1, 2000, at the Grace Baptist Church in Decatur. Dr. Van Gardner will officiate.
The bride-elect is the daughter of Max and Beverly Lindsey of Rhome and graduated from Northwest High School in 1991. She also earned a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Tarleton State University. She is currently employed by the Decatur School District as an agriculture science teacher.
The prospective groom is the son of Bobby and Mary Sollis of Howe and is a 1986 Howe High School graduate. He also attended Grayson County College, Tarleton State University and graduated from Texas A&M in 1990. He is employed by the Howe Independent School District as an agriculture science teacher.
Lankford currently serves as an Area V representative on the Vocational Agriculture Teacher’s Association of Texas board.

Lankford (2) - Mr. and Mrs. Brent Wayne Lankford
Marriage vows exchanged July 1, 2000
Dara Nicole Lindsey of Decatur and Brent Wayne Lankford of Howe exchanged marriage vows in a double ring ceremony July 1, 2000, at Grace Baptist Church in Decatur. Dr. Van Gardner officiated. The bride is the daughter of Max and Beverly Lindsey of Rhome and the groom is the son of Bobby and Mary Sollis of Howe.
The bride was escorted by her father.
She wore a candlelight, crepe, A-line gown with lace and illusion overlay on sleeveless bodice. The gown was accented by a chapel length train. She carried a hand tied bouquet of orange and yellow roses, purple statice and baby’s breath.
Matron of honor was Kim Dowdy of Rhome. Bridesmatron was Cindy McCullough of Tioga. They wore sleeveless, A-line dresses with scoop necks, accented with bows at the waist. They carried hand tied bouquets of yellow roses and statice.
Best man was Ronald Blum of Van Alstyne. Groomsman was Stephen Dillard of Tom Bean.
Flower girl was Riley Lindsey, niece of the bride and daughter of Robert Lindsey of Rhome. Ringbearer was Nolan Pike, nephew of the groom and son of Tim and Wendy Pike of Howe. Ushers were Clay Clark and Tim Pike, brothers-in-law of the groom of Howe, Robert Lindsey, brother of the bride of Rhome, David Hardy of Perrin and David Chumbley of Howe.
Guest book attendants were Ashlee and Katie Pike of Howe. Pianist was Annette Riley of Decatur and soloist was Jerry Harper of Paradise.
A reception, given by the bride’s parents, followed in the church fellowship hall. Servers were Christy Clark and Wendy Pike, sisters of the groom of Howe, Susan Bhrlik of Sherman, Tracy Blum of Van Alstyne and Julie Dillard of Tom Bean.
The bride is a 1991 graduate of Northwest High School and a 1995 graduate of Tarleton State University with a B.S. degree. She earned an M.S. from Tarleton in 1997. She is employed by Decatur ISD as a vocational agriculture teacher. The groom is a 1986 graduate of Howe High School and a 1990 graduate of Texas A&M University. He is employed by Howe ISD as an ag teacher.
Following a wedding trip to Ruidoso, N.M., the couple live in Howe.

Lewis - Kerstein Tyan Phillips and Anthony Michael Lewis
Marriage vows to be exchanged Oct. 7, 2000
Kerstein Tyan Phillips of Fort Worth, daughter of Michael and Carolyn Lonergan of Fort Worth and Tommy and Bonnie Phillips of Freemont, Neb. will marry Anthony Michael Lewis of Fort Worth, son of Wendall and Mildred Lester of Decatur, on Oct. 7, 2000, in Fort Worth.

Loran - Alicia Dian Stephens and Brian Joseph Carl Loran
Marriage vows to be exchanged July 8, 2000
Alicia Dian Stephens of Irving, daughter of Don and Annette Stephens of Irving and the granddaughter of Sid and Ellie McNeely Stephens of Sycamore, and Brian Joseph Carl Loran of Dallas, son of David and Carlene Loran of Katy, will exchange marriage vows on July 8, 2000, at the First United Methodist Church in Irving. Dr. Dan Hoke will officiate.
The bride-elect is a graduate of Texas A&M University and is a 5th grade teacher at F.M. Gilbert Elementary School in Irving.
The prospective groom is a graduate of Texas A&M University and is pursuing a master's degree at The University of Texas at Arlington. He is employed as an electrical engineer at Tri-Quint Semi Conductor in Dallas.

Loran (2) - Mrs. Brian Joseph Carl Loran
Marriage vows exchanged July 8, 2000
Alicia Dian Stephens, daughter of Don and Annette Stephens of Irving and the granddaughter of Sid and Ellie McNeely Stephens of Sycamore, and Brian Joseph Carl Loran of Dallas, son of David and Carlene Loran of Katy, exchanged marriage vows in a double ring ceremony, July 8, 2000, at the First United Methodist Church in Irving.
Dr. Dan Hoke of Plymouth Park United Methodist Church officiated.
The bride was escorted by her father.
She wore a sleeveless, princess-style gown by designer Ian Stuart. The floorlength gown was fashioned in matte satin and Japanese organza and trimmed with silk satin ribbon. The fitted bodice featured a round neckline that plunged to a V-neck in the back and was adorned with silk satin ribbons and delicate satin-covered buttons. Pearl and satin rosettes embellished two ribbon butterfly bows, and ribbon streamers graced the semi-cathedral train. A multi-tiered fingertip veil of nylon, trimmed in satin ribbon, cascaded from a satin ribbon headpiece.
Matron of honor was Penni James of Irving. Maid of honor was Ann Abraham of Irving. They wore short, black crepe, princess-style dresses and carried bouquets of three hand-tied calla lilies.
Flower girl was Lacy Welsh, daughter of Steve and Marsha Welsh of Mesquite. Readers were Jan Hahn, the bride’s aunt and Matt Stephens, the bride’s brother, both of Irving. Ringbearer was Zack Ghormley, son of Ken and Sheri Ghormley and second cousin of the bride of Forney.
Best man was Dr. David Loran, the groom’s brother of Galveston. Groomsman was Brian Temple of Houston. Ushers were James Nelson and Matt Stephens, the bride’s brother, both of Irving.
Guest book attendant was Meaghan Ghormley of Forney. Organist was Sondra Robertson and soloist was Diana Soto, both of Irving.
A reception, given by the bride’s parents, followed at the Harvey Hotel at DFW.
The bride is a 1996 graduate of Texas A&M University and is a teacher at F.M. Gilbert Elementary School in Irving. The groom is a 1997 graduate of Texas A&M and is employed as an electrical engineer at TriQuint Semi Conductor in Dallas.
Following a wedding trip to Greece, the couple will live in Allen.

Lowery - Mirenda Jo Tipton and Gregory Preston Lowery
Marriage vows to be exchanged Sept. 16, 2000
Mirenda Jo Tipton, daughter of Robert and Sharon Tipton of Paradise will marry Gregory Preston Lowery, son of Loyce Lowery and Preston Lowery of Paradise, on Sept. 16, 2000.
The Rev. Joe Motsenbocker will officiate the ceremony at the First Baptist Church in Paradise.
The bride-elect graduated from Paradise High School and is attending Texas Woman’s University in Denton majoring in special education and minoring in English. She plans to graduate in the fall of 2001.
The prospective groom is a graduate of Paradise High School, Austin College in Sherman and Baylor Law School. He has been a practicing attorney in Wise County since 1994.

Lowery (2) - Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Preston Lowery
Marriage vows exchanged Sept. 16, 2000
Mirenda Jo Tipton, daughter of Robert and Sharon Tipton of Paradise, and Gregory Preston Lowery, son of Preston Lowery and Loyce Lowery of Paradise, were united in marriage with a double-ring ceremony Sept. 16, 2000.
Rev. Joe Motsenbocker officiated the ceremony at the First Baptist Church in Paradise.
The bride was escorted by her father, Robert Tipton.
She wore a long A-line candlelight dress with a sweetheart neckline.
The bodice was adorned with beading.
Her headpiece, which was custom made by Gladys Pewitt, featured a cathedral length train with satin trim detailed with sequines at the end.
She carried a bouquet of fresh pink and white lilies with a cascade of roses.
Matron of honor was Rebecca Kiker of Paradise.
Bridesmatron was Amy Lowery, sister-in-law of the groom of Decatur.
Bridesmaids were Katie Turpin, the bride’s cousin of Argyle and Amy Langely of Decatur.
They wore amethyst long dresses with heart necklines and carried bouquets of roses and Hydrangeas.
The flower girls were Caroline Lowery, the groom’s niece, daughter of Chris and Amy Lowery of Decatur and Angela Tipton, the bride’s niece, daughter of Wayne and Olga Tipton of Paradise.
Candlelighters were Corbin Young of Paradise and Brian Christian of Decatur, both nephews of the groom.
The ringbearer was Zachary Tipton, the bride’s nephew, son of Wayne Tipton and Monica Slimp of Decatur.
Best man was Chris Lowery, brother of the groom, of Decatur.
Groomsmen were Rance Bryson of Richardson and Derek Read and Joey Tucker, both of Paradise.
Ushers were Bryan Tipton and Wayne Tipton of Paradise, brothers of the bride.
Guest book attendants were Courtney Potts of Paradise and Ashley Christian of Decatur.
Pianist was Mike Niblett of Paradise.
Soloist was Susan Semmelmann of Decatur.
A reception given by Robert and Sharon Tipton and Preston Lowery and Loyce Lowery was held at the home of Loyce Lowery.
Servers were Jodi Messenger, Jessica Mayberry, Christi Read and Shelley Read.
The bride is attending Texas Womens University and is employed at Messenger Hallmark in Decatur.
The groom attended Austin College and Baylor Law School and is a private practice attorney.
The couple will live in Bridgeport.

Luedtke - Tiffany Denise Hill and Matthew Edwin Luedtke
Marriage vows to be exchanged Jan. 27, 2001
Tiffany Denise Hill, daughter of Kendall and Cindy Hill of Alvord will marry Matthew Edwin Luedtke of Dallas, son of Ed Luedtke of Dallas and Sylvia Luedtke of New York, on Jan. 27, 2001. Dr. Scott Colglazier will officiate the ceremony at the University Christian Church in Fort Worth.
The bride-elect graduated from Baylor University with a bachelor of science degree in education. She is employed at Re-Max of Texas in Decatur.
The prospective groom graduated from Baylor with a bachelor of arts degree in business administration. He is employed at e2 Communications in Dallas.