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Amy Elizabeth Perry and Patrick Heath Grimes both of Alexandria, Louisiana were married Saturday, June 9, 2012 at seven o'clock in the evening at Saint Francis Xavier Cathedral. Officiating the ceremony was Father Craig Scott of Alexandria. The bride is the daughter of Lewis and Lisa Lauve and Leverne Perry both of Alexandria. She is the granddaughter of Myron and Marilyn Wellan of Alexandria, Louisiana, Charles and Charolette Robinson of Winnsboro, Louisiana, Lewis and Georgine Lauve of Woodworth, Louisiana, and the late Jesse and Goretha Perry of Sieper, Louisiana. Amy is a graduate of Alexandria Senior High and Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. She is employed by Louisiana Home Care, as their Patient Care Representative. The groom is the son of Frank and Patty Grimes of Alexandria, Louisiana. He is the grandson of O'Dell and Angie Carlino of Alexandria, Louisiana and Patrick and Margaret Grimes of Pineville, Louisiana. Heath, owner and operator of Chevron Gas in Alexandria is a graduate of Alexandria Senior High and attended Louisiana State University at Alexandria. Serving as matron of honor was Leigh Perry Lepinski, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Alexandra Marie Ellis, Sara Robinson Bindursky, Gabrielle Bindursky Miers, Anna Louise Spence, Rachel Guillory Thompson, Laurie Thomasee DeSelle, Belle Bindursky Farley, Katherine Lauve Moon, and Heather Ann Grimes. Serving as the best man was Frank Patrick Grimes, father of the groom. Groomsmen were Scott Adams Netherland, Jameson Cole Finn, Daniel Henry Williams, Phillip Maurice Bossier, Brandon Brett Thompson, Lewis McGraw Lauve, William McGovern Lauve, and Austin Michael Mafouz. The ring bearer was Luke Michael Miers, cousin of the bride. Ava Austin Ahrens and Sophie Kate Giordano served as attendants. The bride was escorted by her son, Reeves Perry Scroggs and given in marriage by her father and stepfather. The bride wore an ivory Alencon lace, strapless gown, with a train of flowing pedals of ivory silk organza by Jim Hjelm. Her veil was ivory, cathedral length with Alencon lace, with a romantic blusher. The bride carried a bouquet of sahara and vendala roses and lilies of the valley. James Opdenhoff, Kristyn Harris, Elizabeth Olah, and Scott Atkinson made the wedding complete with beautiful music. The reception, with flowers by Accent Design, was held on the lawn of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis O. Lauve, Jr., parents of the bride. The wedding party enjoyed catering by Red River Grill and danced the night away to Taboo of New Orleans. Brandon O'Neal Photography, and Dyle Films of New Orleans captured the unforgettable moments of the couple's special day. Debbie Ahrens magically coordinated the evening.

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Amanda Marie Allbritton and Kristopher Robert Beall were united in marriage on Saturday, June 9, 2012, at 6:00 in the evening at First Baptist Church in Pineville. Dr. Stewart Holloway officiated the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Allbritton of Pineville. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Weymon Clark, Sr. of Pineville, Mr. Harold Allbritton of Farmerville, and the late Gloria Allbritton. Amanda is a graduate of Pineville High School and Louisiana Tech University, where she earned an Associate of Science Degree in Nursing. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing at Northwestern State University. Amanda is employed as a Registered Nurse in the NICU at Christus St. Francis Cabrini Hospital. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Beall of Pineville. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Beall of Pineville, Mr. and Mrs. James Christy of Jacksonville, Florida, and Mrs. Helen Squyres of Alexandria and the late Ben Donald Squyres. Kris is a graduate of Pineville High School and the University of Louisiana at Monroe, where he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction Management. He is the owner of Kris Beall Construction, LLC. Emily Weeks served as matron of honor. Bridesmaids included Christy Beall, sister of the groom, Casey Grider and Farrah Sullivan. Junior bridesmaids were Kristen Clark, cousin of the bride, and Caroline Beall, cousin of the groom. Robert Weeks served as best man. Groomsmen were Ravin Patel, Cory Lemoine and Weymon Clark, Jr., uncle of the bride. Brooks Beall, cousin of the groom, served as junior groomsman. The ring bearer was Cody Clark, cousin of the bride. Following a honeymoon trip to St. Lucia, the couple will reside in Pineville.

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Courtney Lynn Brady and James Edwin Garland III were united in Holy Matrimony at 6:30 in the evening on Saturday, May 18, 2012 at Hope Baptist Church with Bro. Chuck Stevenson officiating. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William R. Brady III. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leland C. Price of Alexandria and Mr. and Mrs. William R. Brady Jr. of Dry Prong. Courtney is a graduate of Hope Baptist School. James is a graduate of Pensacola Christian Academy, served 4 years in the Marine Corps and is attending LSUA for a Nursing degree. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James E. Garland Jr. He is the grandson of Mrs. Connie Vanderwoude and Mrs. Kathleen Green. The bride wore a gown from the Mon Cheri Collection. Ivory organza and Tiara satin adorned the gown with delicate embellishments Attending the bride as matron of honor was Samantha Baum. Bridesmaids included Hannah Moffett and Shelby Ussery. Flower girls were Katherine Drewett and Kalieah Borja Attending the groom as best man was Dereck Mathis. Groomsmen were Sean Malcom, Rick Schleis-Hooyman. The bride and groom will reside in Pineville after a honeymoon trip to Italy.

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Catherine Curby Marshall and Jimmy Ray Honc were united in marriage Saturday, June 9, 2012 at six o'clock in the evening at The Hotel Galvez of Galveston, Texas. The ceremony was officiated by Pastor Bruce Peterson and Divisi Strings provided the music. The couple was honored at a rehearsal dinner hosted by the groom's parents at The Pelican Club on Friday, June 8, 2012; and a wedding reception hosted by the bride's parents immediately following the ceremony at The Hotel Galvez. The bride is the daughter of Dr. Susan Curby Gaskill of Houston, Texas and Mr. James Gregg Marshall, Jr. of Alexandria, Louisiana. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Nancy Curby Gaskill of Houston, TX, the late Mr. Millard Edwin Gaskill, Mrs. Sara McKenzie Marshall of Lecompte, LA, and the late Mr. James Gregg Marshall. The groom is the son of Ms. Jennifer Lee Dunn and Mr. James Ray Honc of Texas City, Texas. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Lee Dunn, III of Galveston, Texas. She was given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father. The Maids of Honor were Kimberly Suzanne O'Bryant, Kelly Louise O'Bryant, and Stephanie Leigh Marshall, all sisters of the bride. Bridesmaids were Elizabeth Rose Monk, cousin of the bride, Jessica Renée Rachelle Honc, sister of the groom, Natalie Diane Burrows, Valerie Elizabeth Dominy, Elizabeth Ann Reagan, and Desiree Wynne Culver. Lila Grace Bingham, cousin of the bride, served as flower girl. James Ray Honc and Joshua Robert Honc served their son and brother as Best Men. Groomsmen were Shawn Louis Dominy, Brent Lee Heckendorn, James Ryan Eaves, Jay Edwin O'Bryant, brother of the bride, Argen Lois Dodds, Matthew William Claunch, and Danon Westin Gill. Lee Thomas Bingham, cousin of the bride, served as ring bearer. Catherine is employed as a Tech Assistant at Victory Breast Diagnostic and Women's Imaging in Dickinson, Texas. The groom will receive his degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Houston this following year. The couple will honeymoon in Mexico and will reside in League City, Texas.

Cox

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Deborah Ada Ingham Wagoner and Michael Ashley Cox were united in marriage April 21, 2012 on the Misora Room Terrace of The Platinum Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada. The Rev. Daniele Starzyk performed the double-ring ceremony. The bride is the daughter of MSgt (Ret) Carlos and Ada Ramos of Milpitas, California. The groom is the son of LTC (Ret) George and Mirian Cox of LeCompte, Louisiana. The bride was escorted down the aisle by her father. She wore a tea-length gown with floor length train in embroidered lace and crystal beading topped by a short taffeta jacket. A pearl necklace, bracelet and earring ensemble, gift from the groom, blended beautifully. She carried a bouquet of hand-tied green roses and pink wax flowers. Following a British custom she was presented with a silver horseshoe at the end of the ceremony by her nephew, Tony Connors. The matron of honor was Kimberly Clark, friend of the bride. The best man was Larry Price, friend of the groom. Family, relatives and friends, joined in wishing the couple good fortune in the future. A reception was served in the Misora Room, The Platinum Hotel and dancing was enjoyed on the adjoining roof top terrace. The bride is retired from the Air Force and currently works as a government support contractor. The groom has worked for the Defense Commissary Agency for many years and is currently a Zone Manager. The newlyweds honeymooned in Montego Bay, Jamaica and now reside in Henderson, Nevada.

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Laura Elizabeth Marler and Charles Henry Templeton, III, were united in marriage at six o'clock in the evening on May 19, 2012, at First Presbyterian Church of Starkville, Mississippi. Reverend Joseph Sherrard officiated the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert David Marler of Pineville, Louisiana. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Leo Marler of Alexandria, Louisiana and the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Wayne Rhodes of Pineville, Louisiana. Charles Henry Templeton, III is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Henry Templeton, Junior, of Starkville, Mississippi. He is the grandson of Mrs. Frances Combs of Starkville, Mississippi and the late Dr. Robert Lee Combs, Junior, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Henry Templeton, Senior, of Starkville, Mississippi. Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a vintage-inspired trumpet bridal gown of ivory cotton lace layered over champagne charmeause. Her gown, which was designed by Jim Hjelm, featured a "V" neckline and chapel train. A beaded pearl Lazaro satin sash accented the dress at the waist. The bride's fingertip veil was adorned with crystal edging as well as pearl beading from her mother's veil. She carried a romantic bouquet filled with a mixture of antique ivory bridal roses and peonies along with an ivory lace handkerchief handed down from her grandmother. Attending the bride as her maid of honor was Beth Moore. Bridesmaids were Kristen Baker, Sarah Brazzel, Elizabeth Faulk, Natalie Gibbs, Annette Lewis, Kristin Marler, Lisa Smith, and Kara Templeton. The best man was Charles Henry Templeton, Junior, father of the groom. Groomsmen were Jack Cook, III, Neil Couvillion, Eli Kennemur, Charles Langston, Junior, David Marler, Robert Marler, Andrew Prosser, Hossein Razzaghi, Austin Shafer, Christopher Shelton, and George Sherman, Junior. At the wedding, string music was provided by Laura, Lucy, and Scott Sandifer of Caledonia, Mississippi. During the ceremony, the groom's father performed "Blessed Are" on the piano to honor the couple. Following the ceremony, the bride's parents hosted a reception at Old Waverly Golf Club in West Point, Mississippi. The guests were entertained by the State Messengers Faculty Jazz Combo. On the eve of the wedding, the groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at Old Waverly Golf Club and hosted a brunch the day after the wedding at their home in Starkville, Mississippi. After honeymooning in the Dominican Republic, the couple is at home in Starkville.

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Lauren Holmes Torbett and Kunal Naresh Shah, both of Falls Church, VA, were married Saturday, May 12, at the Fairview Park Marriott in Falls Church. Officiating at the Hindu and Episcopal ceremonies were Pandit Kiritbhai Bhatt and Rev. Cathy Tibbetts of The Falls Church Episcopal Church. The bride is the daughter of Lindsey and Melanie Torbett of Alexandria. She is the granddaughter of William Marsh Torbett and the late Evie Jane Torbett of Alexandria, and the late Gerald David and Jeanette Babin of Jonesville. Lauren is a graduate of Bolton High School and Emory University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Studies. She received a Master of Arts degree in Arab Studies and a Juris Doctor degree from Georgetown University in Washington, DC. The groom is the son of Naresh and Purvi Shah of Mumbai, India. He is the grandson of the late Gatulal and Indumati Shah of Mumbai and the late Dhansukhlal and Ramaben Kapadia of Navsari, India. Kunal is a graduate of Activity High School and Father Agnel College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electronics Engineering. He received a Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Binghamton University in New York. Serving as maid of honor was Rebecca Koford. Bridesmaids were Martha Braun, Molly Cook Britt, Laura Norman Clerc, Kati Gillich Cox, Emily Norman Murphy, Danielle Miller, Kimberly Stoltz, and Alienor van den Bosch. The groom's best man was Kedar Dhuru. Groomsmen were Shrirang Yardi, Munjaal Kapadia, Vaibhav Kapadia, Kunal Malaviya, Ronak Shah, and Avinash Pujala. Ushers were Will Torbett, brother of the bride, and Arif Bhimani and Riyaz Bhimani, cousins of the groom. Aanya Kapadia, Ishaara Bhimani, and Aanya Malaviya served as flower girls, and ringbearers were Shyla Bhimani and Navya Bhimani. After a honeymoon trip to Hawaii, the couple now resides in Falls Church, Virginia.

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Rachel Paige Douget and Derek Ray Darmstaedter, both of Nashville, Tennessee, were married Saturday, May 5, 2012 in a 7:00pm garden ceremony and reception at the CJ's Off The Square in Franklin, TN. Rachel is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Douget and granddaughter of Juanita A. DeKeyzer and the late Thomas Bruce DeKeyzer and Mr. and Mrs. Lonie J. Douget. Derek is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Darmstaedter and grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas E. A. Darmstaedter and the late Mr. and Mrs. George W. James. Rachel is a graduate of Holy Savior Menard High School and graduated college at Northwestern State University at Natchitoches, LA with a Bachelors of Science in Early Childhood Education. She is employed with Nashville Metro School District. Derek is a graduate of Evangelical Christian School in Cordova, TN. and graduated college at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, TN with a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication. He is employed with the Strength Readiness Support Center of the National Guard as a Video Producer. Derek is also owner of Aspect Visual, a video production company in Nashville, TN. The bride wore an antique white, satin, Nicole Miller, halter gown, with a twist back detail. The dress boasted a gathered waistline, creating an empire line, with a full length skirt and train. The couple will reside in Nashville, TN.

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Jordan Cook Rawson and Kyle Wade Gray were married at sunset, Saturday, May 26, 2012, on the front lawn of the Ward Plantation with Dr. Gary Baldwin officiating. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Charles Tony Rawson of Pineville and Mrs. Mary Gray and the late Scott Gray from Bossier City. Grandparents of the bride are the late Mr. and Mrs. James F. Cook of Ferriday and Mr. Chuck Rawson and the late Fran Rawson of Pineville. Grandparents of the groom are the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Duenas, Mrs. Dianne Gray and the late Leo Gray all of Bossier City. Music for the ceremony was provided by organist Mrs. Tamera Zona, trumpeter Mr. C. J. Daniel, and vocalist Miss Madison Wakefield. The bride and her father arrived at the ceremony in a horse drawn carriage. The bride wore a white Maggie Sottero gown of bordeaux taffeta with pleated ruffle accents adorning the entire skirt and train. She carried a bouquet of white peonies, white David Austin roses, and soft accents of blue delphinium. Attached to the bouquet was the bride's sorority pin and a lace hankerchief, which was a gift from her grandmother when the bride was born. Serving as maid of honor was Miss Margaret Mansour of Alexandria, other attendants were Miss Claire Clark of Bossier City, Miss Madison Wakefield of Pineville, Mrs. Kassie Binkley of Monroe, and Miss Jesse Carrier of Alexandria. The bridesmaids wore knee-length dresses created from Williamsburg blue iridescent fabric covered with horizontal pleats with a border of ruffles around the scooped neckline. They carried bouquets of white and blue hydrangeas. Mr. Jared Hayes of Bossier City served as best man. Groomsmen were Mr. Cody Kay Carter, Mr. Stephen Padgett, both of Bossier City, Mr. David Hall of St. Augustine, Florida, and Mr. Cory Powell of West Monroe. Mr. Josh Rawson, brother of the bride, of Tallahassee, Florida and Mr. Hunter Vanderberg of Monroe served as ushers. Miss Caroline Gremillion of Effie served as flower girl and wore a white batiste heirloom dress which was previously worn by the bride. Master Jackson Gremillion of Effie served as the placard bearer to announce the bride's arrival. Auxilary host and hostesses were Mr. James F. Cook, III, Miss Madeline Cook, Miss Stacey Cook of Atlanta, Georgia, Miss Tia Feduccia of Pineville, Miss Savannah Newton of Monroe, Miss Ashley Rawson of Shreveport, and Miss Erin Rawson of Conway, Arkansas all cousins of the bride. An outdoor reception was held in the courtyard of the Ward Plantation with entertainment provided by The Dots. The bride and groom exited the event under a canopy of fireworks over the lake as they departed for their honeymoon on a Caribbean cruise. Event planner was Joan Newton, aunt of the bride. The couple are at home in Texarkana, Texas.

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Miss Morgan Michelle Milling of Alexandria and Mr. Charles Stephen Couvillion of Prairieville were united in marriage on Saturday, April 21, 2012. The couple exchanged wedding vows at First United Methodist Church in Alexandria, La. The Reverend Barry Hoekstra officiated the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Milling of Montgomery, La. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Billie Chandler and the late Mr. Edward Chandler and the late Mr. and Mrs. Murphy Foster Milling. Morgan is a graduate of Montgomery High School. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business with a specialty in Accounting from LSU - Alexandria. Morgan is pursuing a career in Auditing. The groom is the son of Lee and Carole Baxter, Jr. of Alexandria and Charles Mitchell Couvillion of Alexandria. He is the grandson of the late Roy O. and Barbara Martin, Jr. and the late Mr. and Mrs. H.L. Couvillion, all of Alexandria. His step-grandmother was the late Vinita S. Martin of Alexandria. Steve graduated from Holy Savior Menard High School and Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. He received a Master of Business Administration Degree from the University of Louisiana - Lafayette. Steve is presently employed at Jacobs Engineering of Baton Rouge as a Civil/Structural Engineer. Morgan was given in marriage by her father. The bride wore an ivory lace gown designed by Pronovias in Barcelona and carried a bouquet of ivory hydrangea, lisianthus, white roses and brazilla berries. Morgan was attended by Christen Leatherman, friend of the bride and bridesmaid Jamie Wagley, cousin of the bride. The flower girl was Elise Leatherman and the dual ring-bearers were Evan and Cameron Thibodeaux of Houma, cousins of the groom. Hostesses for the wedding were Janet Whittle and Mary Vizzier both of Alexandria. Allie Martin served as the wedding coordinator. Dr. Nicholas Lemoine., of Lafayette and Timothy Velotta of Alexandria, served as groomsmen, both friends of the groom. Ushers were the groom's cousins, Edward Thibodeaux of Houma and Mark Thibodeaux of Metairie. Peggy Watts, of Charlotte, North Carolina, aunt of the groom, was the reader. Gail Roach of Alexandria was the soloist accompanied by her husband Gordon Roach, organist. Chaseton Thompson, friend of the bride, performed prior to the ceremony on the piano. A reception following the ceremony was held at Oak Wing Golf Course. Entertainment was provided by the Rod Baronet Band. The couple enjoyed a wonderful cruise to Cozumel, Mexico for their honeymoon and now resides in Prairieville, La.

Cox

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Deborah Ada Ingham Wagoner and Michael Ashley Cox were united in marriage April 21, 2012 on the Misora Room Terrace of The Platinum Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada. The Rev. Daniele Starzyk performed the double-ring ceremony. The bride is the daughter of MSgt (Ret) Carlos and Ada Ramos of Milpitas, California. The groom is the son of LTC (Ret) George and Mirian Cox of LeCompte, Louisiana. The bride was escorted down the aisle by her father. She wore a tea-length gown with floor length train in embroidered lace and crystal beading topped by a short taffeta jacket. A pearl necklace, bracelet and earring ensemble, gift from the groom, blended beautifully. She carried a bouquet of hand-tied green roses and pink wax flowers. Following a British custom she was presented with a silver horseshoe at the end of the ceremony by her nephew, Tony Connors. The matron of honor was Kimberly Clark, friend of the bride. The best man was Larry Price, friend of the groom. Family, relatives and friends, joined in wishing the couple good fortune in the future . A reception dinner was served in the Misora Room, The Platinum Hotel and dancing was enjoyed on the adjoining roof top terrace. The bride is retired from the Air Force and currently works as a government support contractor. The groom has worked for the Defense Commissary Agency for many years and is currently a Zone Manager. The newlyweds honeymooned in Montego Bay, Jamaica and now reside in Henderson, Nevada.

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Haley Danielle Davis and Catlin Durham Ryland both of Deville were married Saturday, June 30, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. at The Country Inn and Suites in Pineville. Justice of the peace Artie Cole of Pineville officiated. A reception immediately followed. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Smith and Mr. and Mrs. Dannie Davis both of Deville. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Sasser and Mr. and Mrs. Harold Brown all of Deville. Haley is a 2009 graduate of Buckeye High School and is currently a junior at Louisiana State University at Alexandria pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education and an Associates of Arts. She is employed by Kastle for Kids Daycare in Pineville as a teacher. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Ryland of Pineville. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Dale Cole of Deville, Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Ryland of Pineville, and Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Steigner of Houma. Catlin is a 2007 graduate of Buckeye High School and attended Louisiana Tech University. He is employed by Volvo Rentals in Alexandria as an inside salesman. Serving as bridesmaids were Taylor Davis, sister of bride, Laura Davis, cousin of bride, Stacey Martinez, friend of bride, and Chesney King, cousin of bride. Sydni Ryland, sister of groom, served as junior bridesmaid. Serving as groomsmen were Cote' Ryland, uncle of groom, Rowdy Ryland, uncle of groom, Clay McCann, friend of groom, and Reese Ryland, uncle of groom. Hayden Smith, brother of bride, served as junior groomsman. Alex Davis and Adam Landry, both cousins of bride, served as ushers. The ring bearers were Colten Ryland and Jaxon Tuma, both cousins of groom. Eastin Davis, cousin of bride, served as a page boy. The flower girl was Avery Dyer, cousin of bride. The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her father and mother. Haley wore a white mermaid taffeta, strapless crystal and pearl beaded sweetheart neckline gown, with a train by Ella Rosa. Her white lace, single layer, fingertip veil was edged with beautiful crystal and pearl beading. She carried a white satin wrapped bouquet of white roses, white calla lilies, and light green hydrangeas. After their honeymoon to Panama City Beach, Florida the couple will reside at their home in Deville.

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Mr. and Mrs. John Rowland of Vidalia, Louisiana have the honor to announce the marriage of their daughter Sarah Jane Rowland to Keith Allen Stagg, the son of Max and Holly Swayze of Swartz, Louisiana. The couple were married on June 30, 2012 at First United Methodist Church of Monroe with the ceremony performed by Dr. Larry Stafford. After a honeymoon to Hawaii, the couple will reside in West Monroe, Louisiana.

Dickerson

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Amber Faye Turner and Jason Adam Dickerson were joined in marriage on Saturday, May 26, 2012 at St. Clair Baptist Church with Brother Micky Christy officiating. The bride is the daughter of Clay and Debbie Turner of Alexandria. She is the granddaughter of Betty Turner Leavines and the late Bert Turner of Gardner. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Farace, Jr. The bride is a graduate of Alexandria Senior High School and a 2012 graduate of University of Louisiana at Monroe in which she earned a Bachelor degree of Health Science. The groom is the son of Bianca Dickerson of Alexandria and Michael Dickerson, Sr. of Las Vegas, Nevada. The groom is a Valedictorian graduate of Rapides High School and he is currently finishing his Bachelor degree of Aerospace Engineering at Auburn University. Lesha Bowie served as Maid of Honor. Bridesmaids were Sara Rogers, Sage Sasser and Jessica Gatlin. Heather Yelverton and Alexis Durison served as Junior Bridesmaids. Madison Burks and Kay-Leigh Turner served as Flower girls. Michael Dickerson, Jr. served as Best Man. Groomsmen were David Lyle, Isaac Maloley and Roderick Dauzat. Carter Burks served as Ring bearer. A reception was held at the Best Western of Alexandria followed by a honeymoon to Key West, Florida at the Cheeca Lodge. The newlyweds will reside in Auburn, Alabama.

Ryland

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Haley Danielle Davis and Catlin Durham Ryland both of Deville were married Saturday, June 30, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. at The Country Inn and Suites in Pineville. Justice of the peace Artie Cole of Pineville officiated. A reception immediately followed. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Smith and Mr. and Mrs. Dannie Davis both of Deville. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Sasser and Mr. and Mrs. Harold Brown all of Deville. Haley is a 2009 graduate of Buckeye High School and is currently a junior at Louisiana State University at Alexandria pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education and an Associates of Arts. She is employed by Kastle for Kids Daycare in Pineville as a teacher. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Ryland of Pineville. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Dale Cole of Deville, Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Ryland of Pineville, and Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Steigner of Houma. Catlin is a 2007 graduate of Buckeye High School and attended Louisiana Tech University. He is employed by Volvo Rentals in Alexandria as an inside salesman. Serving as bridesmaids were Taylor Davis, sister of bride, Laura Davis, cousin of bride, Stacey Martinez, friend of bride, and Chesney King, cousin of bride. Sydni Ryland, sister of groom, served as junior bridesmaid. Serving as groomsmen were Cote' Ryland, uncle of groom, Rowdy Ryland, uncle of groom, Clay McCann, friend of groom, and Reese Ryland, uncle of groom. Hayden Smith, brother of bride, served as junior groomsman. Alex Davis and Adam Landry, both cousins of bride, served as ushers. The ring bearers were Colten Ryland and Jaxon Tuma, both cousins of groom. Eastin Davis, cousin of bride, served as a page boy. The flower girl was Avery Dyer, cousin of bride. The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her father and mother. Haley wore a white mermaid taffeta, strapless crystal and pearl beaded sweetheart neckline gown, with a train by Ella Rosa. Her white lace, single layer, fingertip veil was edged with beautiful crystal and pearl beading. She carried a white satin wrapped bouquet of white roses, white calla lilies, and light green hydrangeas. After their honeymoon to Panama City Beach, Florida the couple will reside at their home in Deville.

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Dr. Julie Cruse Wilkinson, the daughter of Juliet Rodemacher and the late W. Donner Rodemacher, and Tracy Lee Breithaupt, the son of Lee and Lanell Breithaupt, were married at Calvary Baptist Church in Alexandria on June 16, 2012. Dr. David Brooks officiated the ceremony. Music was provided by Marlene Tompkins, who played the church organ, and David Glover, who played the trumpet. Dr. Wilkinson earned her B.S.- Pharmacy and M.B.A., both from U.L.M., and her Doctorate - Pharmacy (PharmD) from the University of Florida. Dr. Wilkinson currently works for Sam's Club Pharmacies in North, Central, and Southwest Louisiana and consults for Byrd Regional Hospital. Tracy earned his B.S. - Construction Engineering Technology from La. Tech University and is the CEO/Owner of T.L. Construction, LLC. Julie's daughter, Helen Casey Wilkinson, was the Junior Bridesmaid and also Julie's escort down the aisle. The Matron of Honor was Angela Williams and bridesmaids included Mary Blackman, Becky Blair, and Kimberly McNeely. The Best Man was Clay Winchester and groomsmen included Bryan Artley, Kenny Blair, and Kerry Ordes. The flower girl and ring bearer were Karlie Hilbun and Trace Hiibun, respectively. Christian Kalivoda served as usher, in addition to the groomsmen, and Jane Kalivoda attended the guest book and handed out the programs. Patti Dickson and Linda Snider served as wedding coordinators and John Taylor was the sound/lighting director. The reception was held immediately following the ceremony at the Bistro on the Bayou, with catering managed by Latoya Brown. Live music was provided by the Red River Jazz band and recorded music was provided by Randy Sims. The wedding and groom cakes were prepared by Bake Your Day. The couple flew to Nassau, Bahamas for their honeymoon and will reside in Alexandria, La.

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Leslie Alana Dubois and Rory Garrett Swartz were joined in marriage on Saturday, August 11, 2012 at the Country Inn & Suites in Pineville, LA. with the groom's father officiating. The bride is the daughter of Lance and Maurine Dubois of Lena. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Blanchard Dubois and the late Mr. and Mrs. Barney Beebe. Leslie is a graduate of Northwood High School and a 2012 graduate of Northwestern State University in which she earned a Bachelor degree of Radiologic Sciences. She is currently enrolled in Ultrasound School at the Institute of Ultrasound Diagnostic. The groom is the son of James and Anita Swartz of Sharp. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Larry Phillips of Sharp and Iva Jeannette Swartz of Cotile and the late James O. Swartz. Rory is a graduate of Northwood High School and a 2006 graduate of Northwestern State University of Science in Radiologic Technology. He is employed at Veterans Affairs Medical Center in the Radiology Department. Elizabeth Knight served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Lauren Norris, Lisa Dubois, Brooke Bounds, Taija Murrell, and Chelsey Wise. Flower girl was Crimsen Miller, niece of bride. A.J. Richard served as best man. Groomsmen were Aaron Wasson, Christopher Karmales, Adam Bordelon, Daniel Mulvihill, and David Futrell. The ring bearer was Austin Phillips, cousin of groom. Ushers were Sammi Phillips, cousin of groom and Cameron Kerik, cousin of bride. The newlyweds will reside in Pineville, LA.

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Ashley Elizabeth Bryant and John Thomas Holt were united in marriage on Saturday June 9, 2012. The couple exchanged vows at Southern Forest Heritage Museum in Long Leaf, LA. Brother Jacob Crawford officiated the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Lorraine Price Bryant of Deville and James Bryant of Deville. She is the granddaughter of the late Aubrey and Connie Price of Pineville, LA and the late Jay Bryant and Alice Deville Bryant of Deville, LA. The groom is the son of Russell Holt of Boyce, LA and the late Kathryn Andries Holt. He is the grandson of Tunk Andries and the late Nanette Andries and Gwyn Holt and the late Shirley Holt of Boyce, LA Escorted by her father the bride wore a white gown with a strapless beaded sweetheart neckline. The fit and flair gown was accented at her waist with rhinestones. Her fingertip veil was edged with miniture rhinestones. She carried a bouquet of pink roses accented with a white satin ribbon. Four miniature photo frame charms of her late grandparents, uncle, and stepfather were attached to the ribbon. Natalie Faye Holt, daughter of the groom served as the miniature bride. She wore a long white gown with a fingertip veil. She carried a matching pink bridal bouquet. Serving as the Matron of Honor was ReBecca Holt. The bridesmaids were friends of the bride and groom, Kristin Thiels, Staci Beebe, Brandi Thiels, and Hannah Kohut. Jamie Holt served his brother as best man. The groomsmen were Jamie Thiels, Chris Young, Eric Thiels, Jody Holt. Serving as the flower girl was Bailee Holt, niece of the groom. The miniature attendants were the bride's cousins , Amy Lee and Elizabeth Lee. Serving as the ring bearer was Cooper Brown, nephew of the groom. The reception was held in the planner mill at the Southern Forest Heritage Museum. Catering provided by Backwoods catering, Julie Thiels DeKeyzer and Avery Michaels and Exit 209 provided the music. The wedding planner Julie Bolin. Dana Murphy (DM Photography) captured those special moments. The couple honeymooned traveling the northwest coast.

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Alison Denee' Swain of Deville and Ryan Collins Crump of Pollock were married in a 2:30 pm ceremony on Saturday July 7, 2012 at Pine Grove Baptist Church in Ruby, LA. Alison is the daughter of Thomas and Shelia Swain of Deville, La. She is the granddaughter to Richard and Shirley Swain of Ruby, LA and Doyle and Dolly Hines of Centerpoint, LA. Alison is a graduate of Buckeye High School and Louisiana College obtaining a BS in Nursing. She is employed as a Registered Nurse at Rapides Regional Medical Center. Ryan is the son of Gary Crump of Pollock, LA and Kathy Collins of Tampa, FL. He is the grandson of Wilma Filipi of Lecompte, LA and Jean Crump of Pineville, LA. Ryan is a graduate of Grant High School and Louisiana Tech University obtaining a BS in Construction Engineering Technology. He is employed by Westerchil Consruction as a Project Manager/Estimator. They now reside in Deville, LA.

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Lauren Marie Fletcher and John Benjamin Luke, III were united in the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony on Saturday, September 8, 2012 at Saint Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Abbeville. The ceremony was celebrated by the Reverend Scott DesOrmeaux and the Reverend Morgan MacIntire. The bride is the daughter of Ms. Anne DesOrmeaux of Lafayette, and Mr. Robert Hugh Fletcher of The Woodlands, Texas. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Farrell Pierre DesOrmeaux of Abbeville, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Walter Fletcher of Franklin. The bride is a graduate of Vermilion Catholic High School in Abbeville and Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Medical School, completed one year of residency in Pediatrics and now in her final year of Family Medicine at Louisiana State University Medical Center in Lafayette. The groom is the son of Mrs. Adell Baillif Luke and the late Dr. John Benjamin Luke, Junior of Lecompte. He is the grandson of Mrs. Kathryn Hynson Luke and the late Mr. John Benjamin Luke, Senior of Bunkie, and the late Dr. and Mrs. Ralph Norman Baillif of Metairie. He is a graduate of Menard Catholic High School in Alexandria, Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University Medical School in Shreveport, General Surgery at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans and is currently completing a fellowship in Vascular Surgery at University of Alabama Birmingham. Given in marriage by her parents and escorted by her father, the bride wore a timeless ivory La Sposa wedding designer gown. The royal satin ball gown featured an off the shoulder v-neckline. The beautiful beaded embroidery decorated the center of this wedding dress. The back of the stunning gown had buttons from the top of the gown which flowed classically all the way to the bottom. An elegant chapel length sweep train completed this designer dress. The bride chose a cathedral length veil with Alencon and Chantilly lace edging to complement the extravagance. She carried a fresh bouquet of Sarah roses, Vendella roses and Ivory Majellica Roses in their traditional appearance wrapped in a beautiful ivory satin ribbon. Keeping her loved ones close to her heart, the bride adorned her bouquet with an heirloom rosary from her grandmother. Maid of Honor was Ashley Fletcher, the bride's identical twin sister of Lafayette. Serving as bridesmaids were Jill Ayo Roy, Ann-Claire Breaux, Carly DesOrmeaux who are cousins of the bride, Haley Broussard Buteau childhood friend of the bride all of Lafayette, Lauren Hebert, Meghan Magruder who are long time friends of the bride and both of New Orleans, and Noha Matoui friend of the bride of Staten Island, New York. They wore Jim Helm designer floor length formal gowns in navy blue dupioni raw silk and carried fresh bouquets of ivory roses mixed with pale pink peonies. Best Man was Robin Gilliland of Alexandria, childhood friend of the groom. The groomsmen included Williamson Luke cousin of the groom, Shalinder Gupta friend of the groom both of Lafayette, Jeff Johnson childhood friend of the groom and Brad Waddell friend of the groom both of New Orleans, Mark Neal and Nick Zeringue both friends of the groom of Thibodaux, and Frankie Petitto friend of the groom of Bossier City. They wore full dress evening black tailcoats with satin lapels and white gloves. Ushers were Alan Stakes, Timothy Kelly and Tristen Kelly of Abbeville, Michael Breaux of Lafayette, Zack Quinn and Jack Wick of Destin, Florida which are all close cousins of the bride. The scriptures were read by Janice Stakes of Abbeville, and Tommy DesOrmeaux of Lafayette, who are Aunt and Uncle of the bride. Responsorial Psalm was sung by vocalist Kristi Anderson who is a close friend to the bride of Lafayette. The Program attendants were Noah Smith and Luke Piazza, both nephews of the groom of Dallas, Texas. Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Rip Van Winkle Gardens, Jefferson Island. There was an indoor and outdoor celebration with a harpist indoors, Krossfyre Band played outdoors under a large canopy tent with dimmed chandeliers hanging in the oak trees and tent with an outstanding firework show over Lake Peigneur during the event. After returning from their honeymoon the couple will reside in Birmingham, Alabama temporarily and have future plans of moving back to Louisiana.
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