Engagement
Barron and Gray
Dr. and Mrs. Noel Douglas Barron Jr. announce the engagement of their daughter, Anna Grace Barron, to Jonathan Nathan Gray, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Nathan Gray II of Camden, Tenn. The wedding is planned for Saturday, Sept. 5, at Signal Mountain Presbyterian Church. Miss Barron is the granddaughter of Pat Barron, the late Noel D. Barron Sr., and the late John and Marlys Higgins of Dallas. The bride-elect is a graduate of Girls Preparatory School, and received bachelor’s degrees in microbiology and Spanish from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. She is a medical student at the UT Health Science Center in Memphis. The future bridegroom is the grandson of Ruth Mardyla of Palm Bay, Fla., the late Walter P. Mardyla, and the late Charlie and Carol Gray. Mr. Gray is a graduate of Camden Central High School and received bachelor’s degrees in mathematics and physics from Florida State University. He is pursuing his doctorate in mathematics from UTK.
Engagement
Cooke and Stanley
The engagement of Amy Nelle Cooke and Sterling Grant Stanley is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Winborn Clarke Cooke Jr. Parents of the future bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. Tony Stedman Stanley of Lenoir City, Tenn., and Jolena Gibson of Newport, Tenn. The wedding is planned for Saturday, Oct. 17, at Signal Crest United Methodist Church, where the future bride is a member. The future bride is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Horace McSwain Robison of Atlanta, and Mr. and Mrs. Winborn Clarke Cooke Sr. of North Litchfield, S.C. Ms. Cooke received a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education from Carson-Newman College, where she was a member of Chi Lambda Sigma Sorority, and a master’s degree in educational leadership from Trevecca Nazarene University. She is a teacher with Hamilton County school system. The future bridegroom is the grandson of Mavis Stanley of Lenoir City, Tenn., the late Robert Stanley and the late Floyd and Juanita Gowan. Mr. Stanley received an associate’s degree in mechanical engineering from Pelissippi State Technical Community College. He is a member of Woodlawn Baptist Church, and is employed as an industrial maintenance apprentice at PBR Automotive in Knoxville.
Engagement
Gossman and Gossett
The engagement of Kaleigh Suzanne Gossman and James Cody Gossett is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Dave and Jan Gossman of Newburgh, Ind. Parents of the future bridegroom are John and Cindy Bishop of Ringgold, Ga., and George and Kathy Gossett. The wedding is planned for Saturday, Aug. 1, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Evansville, Ind. The future bride is the granddaughter of Dorothy Mills, the late Tom Mills, and James and Mary Anne Gossman, all of Evansville. Miss Gossman is a graduate of Castle High School. She received a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry from Lipscomb University. She is employed as a developmental chemist at Chattem Inc. The future bridegroom is the grandson of Jim and Wynelle Byers, Estelle Gossett and the late J.R. Gossett. Mr. Gossett is a graduate of Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe High School. He attended the University of West Georgia, where he majored in computer science. He is employed as a general contractor with Gossett Co.
Engagement
Middleton and Cox
The Rev. and Mrs. Steven Sellers of Jasper, Tenn., announce the engagement of their daughter, Kelly Elizabeth Middleton, to Richard Eugene Cox Jr. Mr. Cox is the son of Louise Cox, Richard Eugene Cox Sr. of Las Vegas, and Gwen Wheeler of Jasper, Tenn. The wedding is planned for Saturday, Sept. 12, at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Larry Sellers in Whitwell, Tenn., grandparents of the bride-elect. The future bride is also the granddaughter of the Rev. and Mrs. J.B. Middleton of Manchester, Tenn.
Engagement
Perry and Foo
The engagement of Alicia M. Perry and Darvin C. Foo is announced today. Miss Perry is the daughter of Alden and Carolene Perry. Mr. Foo is the son of Raymond Foo of San Francisco and the late Joanne Foo. The wedding is planned for Sunday, Sept. 27, in Atlanta. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Pauline W. Grossnickle, the late Carroll U. Grossnickle, the late Dr. John H. Perry and the late Betsey Perry. Miss Perry is a graduate of Girls Preparatory School. She received a bachelor’s degree in religion from Presbyterian College and a master’s degree in guidance and school counseling from University of West Georgia. She is employed as a school counselor in Rockdale County, Ga. The future bridegroom is the grandson of Frances Lee, the late Harry Lee, the late Dr. Peter Sah and the late Ethel Sah. Mr. Foo is a graduate of Lowell High School and received a bachelor’s degree in physiology and certification in physical therapy from the University of California at Davis. He is a physical therapist and a graduate student in the physician assistant program at Emory University.
Engagement
Richardson and Snodgrass
The engagement of Dr. Amanda Hope Richardson and William “Wes” Edward Snodgrass IV is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Warren Richardson VII of Columbia, S.C. Parents of the future bridegroom are the Rev. and Mrs. W. Edward Snodgrass III. The wedding is planned for Saturday, Sept. 26, at The Millstone at Adam’s Pond in Columbia. The future bride is granddaughter of Beatrice Phillips, the late Morris W. Phillips, and the late Mr. and Mrs. William King Richardson, all of Columbia. Miss Richardson is a graduate of Cardinal Newman High School. She received a bachelor’s degree in exercise science and doctorate in physical therapy from the University of South Carolina, where she was a member of Chi Omega Sorority. She is a member of Trenholm Road United Methodist Church, and is employed as a physical therapist. The future bridegroom is the grandson of Dolly Prack of Cincinnati, the late Arthur Prack, Margaret Ross of St. Louis, and the late William Edward Snodgrass Sr. Mr. Snodgrass is a graduate of McCallie School. He attended the University of South Carolina, where he was a member of Pi Kappi Phi Fraternity. He is a member of First-Centenary United Methodist Church, and is employed as a branch sales manager for Heritage Crystal Clean in Cayce, S.C.
Engagement
Skahan and Thomas
The engagement of Denise Ann Skahan and Ryan Per Thomas is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Kevin and Mary Skahan. Parents of the future bridegroom are Per and Bonnie Thomas of Hendersonville, Tenn. The wedding is planned for Saturday, Oct. 10, at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. The future bride is the granddaughter of Charles and Virginia Seiter, Gerry Skahan and the late Paul Skahan of Windsor, Conn. Miss Skahan received a bachelor’s degree in environmental science, magna cum laude, from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, where she was a member of Tri Beta honor society. She is a graduate student at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, and a member of St. Jude Catholic Church. The future bridegroom is the grandson of William Heim of Bradenton, Fla., the late Bess Heim, and Richard and Inger Thomas of Bighamton, N.Y. Mr. Thomas received a bachelor’s degree in business marketing from UTC. He is a member of St. Timothy Lutheran Church in Hendersonville. He is employed with Business Data Transfer Services.
Engagement
Stone and Roberts
Sgt. and Mrs. Davis Stone announce the engagement of their daughter, Michele Renee Stone, to Douglas William Roberts, son of Theresa Lewis of Cedar Grove, Tenn., and Grady and Marti Roberts of Ringgold, Ga. The wedding is planned for Saturday, Aug. 8, at the Dearing lake house in Decatur, Tenn. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Lois Stone, the late Russell Stone, Helen and Bill Walsh and the late Curt Dearing. Miss Stone is a graduate of Notre Dame High School and attended Bellarmine University, where she was a member of Phi Mu Sorority. She graduated from the dental hygiene program at Chattanooga State Technical Community College and is employed as a dental hygienist for Dr. Kaz Hasnani in Jasper, Tenn., and Dr. Lynda Moore in Dayton, Tenn. She is a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. The prospective bridegroom is the grandson of the late Edith and Grady Roberts and the late Ruby and Hubert Pruitt. Mr. Roberts is a graduate of Soddy-Daisy High School and is pursuing a degree in criminal justice from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. He is a manager at the Chattanooga Marriott and Convention Center.
Engagement
Stuckey and Easterwood
Dr. and Mrs. Wesley Mabry Stuckey of Dalton, Ga., announce the engagement of their daughter, Rachel Olivia Stuckey, to Bruce Daniel Easterwood, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Henry Shirley of Calhoun, Ga. The wedding is planned for Saturday, Aug. 1, at First United Methodist Church of Dalton. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mrs. Mabry Winford Stuckey of Evergreen, Ala., the late Mr. Stuckey, Mrs. Silas Garrett Tucker Sr. of Uriah, Ala., and the late Mr. Tucker. Miss Stuckey is a graduate of Girls Preparatory School and is pursuing a degree in psychology from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. The future bridegroom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Howard King Burchett of Calhoun, Ga., the late Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Francis Easterwood and the late Evelyn Harris. Mr. Easterwood is a graduate of Southeast Whitfield High School and is pursuing a degree in marketing at Dalton State College.
Wedding
Ballard
Angela Elsie Smith became the bride of Michael Scott Ballard in a ceremony on Saturday, Oct.11, 2008, at First Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Dr. Lawrence L. Schenk performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Daniel and Betty Smith. Parents of the bridegroom are Robert and Linda Ballard of Winchester, Tenn. Susan Corbin was maid of honor. Angela McAllister, Shannon Acree, Kristen Camden, Shea Smith, Kendra Waddle and Pam Saynes were bridesmaids. Zack Ballard and Ben Ballard were best men. Groomsmen were Bill Holland, Steve Thompson, Phil Stokinger, Daniel Smith, Ray Webb and Joseph Oliver. A reception was held at Loose Cannon Gallery. The couple took a wedding trip to Florida, Mexico and Belize. They reside in Chattanooga.
Wedding
Barajas
Matisha Loraine Wooten became the bride of Christian Joseph Barajas in a ceremony on Wednesday, May 20, in Nassau, Bahamas. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Claude Wooten, grandfather of the bride. The bride is the daughter of Nathan and Monda Wooten of Trenton, Ga. Parents of the bridegroom are Phil and Johneen Rodman of Wildwood, Ga. Tiffany Scott served as maid of honor. Mary Maldonado was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Kelly Simons, Tonya Gass, Hilary Guinn and Ashley Wax. Corey Barajas and Jessie Byers served as best men. Groomsmen were Kevin Wilson, Richard Gass, Tim Tripp and Jason Moy. A reception was held at Sunrise Farm in Trenton. The couple reside in Trenton.
Wedding
Brezina
Ashley Carrol Estes became the bride of Eligius Michael Brezina in a ceremony on Saturday, April 18, at the Baylor School chapel. The Rev. Greg Brezina performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Gary and Nancy Estes. Parents of the bridegroom are Mark and Debbie Brezina of Knoxville. Meredith Fiestner was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Lauren Bacon, Meredith Rivers, Lauren Truslow, Erin Durham and Kathleen Farr. Sydney Fiestner, Sloane Heagerty and Keeley Heagerty were flower girls. Zach Brezina was best man. Groomsmen were Chris Heagerty, John Lacy, Erick Clifford, Chris Parks and Alex Estes. A reception was held at Chattanooga Golf and Country Club. The couple took a wedding trip to Costa Rica. They reside in Knoxville.
Wedding
Bunn
Jessica Anne Jones became the bride of Allen Russell Bunn in a ceremony on Saturday, March 28, at Trinity United Methodist Church in Spartanburg, S.C. The Rev. Arthur M. Fisher performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Brian A. Stewart of Georgetown, Tenn., and Ronald Maxwell Jones of Flintstone, Ga. Parents of the bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Patterson Bunn II of Spartanburg. Nancy McNair Hastings was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Addie Louise Bunn, Kelly Marie Bickers, Holly Earnhardt Davis, Vanessa Nicole Pizza and Alicia Nicole London. The bridegroom’s father served as best man. Groomsmen were Adam Patterson Bunn, Adam Sellars Campbell, Earl Richard Cobden IV, Murray Lamar Davis III and Alexander Page Lewis. A reception was held at The Piedmont Club in Spartanburg. The couple took a wedding trip to Argentina. They reside in Spartanburg.
Wedding
Green
Jennifer Nicole Stone and Jameson Buddy Green were united in marriage on Saturday, May 9, in a ceremony held at St. Andrews Country Club in Winston, Ga. The Rev. Sandra Prince Adams performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Diane Stone of Cohutta, Ga., and the late H. Richard Stone. The bridegroom is the son of Debbie and Buddy Green of Douglasville, Ga. April Kirk served as matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Kim Stone, Amanda Bivens and Miranda Green. Malorie Green and Madison Green were junior bridesmaids and Delaney Stone was the flower girl. Jonathan Green acted as best man. Groomsmen were Buddy Green, Lee Howard, Matt Bass and Chris Peel. Garrett Stone was junior groomsman. Bronson Stone and Bud Green were ring bearers. A reception was held at the country club. Following a wedding trip to Florida, the couple reside in Douglasville.
Wedding
Henderson
Katrina L. Jackson became the bride of Dr. James Andrew Henderson in a ceremony on Thursday, June 18, at Schwabacher’s Landing in Grand Teton National Park. Caryn Haman performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Tony and Kathy Jackson of Rye, N.H. Parents of the bridegroom are Mike and Judy Henderson of Calhoun, Tenn. Jennifer Reilly was the honor attendant and Lauren Reilly was the bridesmaid. J.D. Henderson, brother of the bridegroom, acted as best man. A dinner was held following the ceremony at The Granary at Spring Creek Ranch in Jackson, Wyo. After a wedding trip to the Grant Teton and Yellowstone national parks, the couple will reside in Cambridge, Mass., where they are both postdoctoral research scientists at Harvard University.
Wedding
Jefferies
Laura Elizabeth Allen became the bride of Todd Pearson Jefferies in a ceremony on Saturday, May 16, at First-Centenary United Methodist Church. Dr. Dwight Kilbourne performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Rex and Debra Allen. Parents of the bridegroom are Ray and Janet Jefferies of Clearwater, Fla. Kimberley Lewis was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Regan McDonald, Juliana Crumbley, Hailey Paulson, Marianne Allen, Caitlin Muldoon and Kristen Smith, sister of the bridegroom. Matthew Moore was best man. Groomsmen were Ryan Allen, brother of the bridegroom, Kevin Smith, Patrick Burke, Jon Costello, Kyle Artz and Todd Snell. A reception was held at the Sheraton Read House. The couple took a wedding trip to the Virgin Islands. They reside in Atlanta.
Wedding
Kile
Lindsey Eck became the bride of Nathan Kile in a ceremony on Saturday, July 11, in Weaverville, N.C. The Rev. Rhonda Frye performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Christian and MaryAnn Eck of Weaverville. Parents of the bridegroom are Raymond and Audrey Kile. Cassandra Eck was maid of honor for her sister. Tim Tomisek served as best man. A reception was held at The Fields at Blackberry Cove in Weaverville. After a wedding trip to Mexico, the couple will reside in Pointe Marion, Pa.
Wedding
Lambert
Hania Saad Mohamed Ahmed became the bride of Kashta Amadi Lambert in a ceremony on Friday, May 15, at the Hotel Shepheard in Cairo, Egypt. The bride is the daughter of Micheline Solange Roger Brutus of Cairo. The bridegroom is the son of Mary Ineal Dawson Lambert. The bride is a graduate of Cairo University, and is an executive administrative assistant for the Director of Finance in Cairo. The bridegroom graduated from the United States Military Academy. Mr. Lambert works for the U.S. State Department in Cairo. A reception was held at the hotel. The couple took a wedding trip to Europe. They will reside in Cairo.
Wedding
Moffett
Sara Michelle Jones became the bride of Samuel Jordan Moffett in a ceremony held on Saturday, June 13, at Orange Beach, Ala. The bride is the daughter of Nancy Chamberlain and Jim Jones of Knoxville. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Mike Moffett. A reception was held in Orange Beach. Following a wedding trip to Destin, Fla., the couple reside in Knoxville.
Wedding
Shackelford
Shalunda Thomas Gresham and Carlis Labron Shackelford were united in marriage during a ceremony on Saturday, July 18, at River Inn Events. The Rev. Michael London performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Rosie and Jeffrey London of Deptford, N.J. The bridegroom is the son of Brenda and Lovell Johnson. Mr. London gave his daughter in marriage. Zoddy Robinson served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Tiffany King and Tyesha Anderson, and Tionna Gresham was the junior bridesmaid. TaKerria Buchanan was flower girl. Dedric Cameron served as best man. Haneef Sharif and Emmit Terry were groomsmen, and Carlis Shackelford Jr. was the junior groomsman. The ring bearer was Trenton Gresham. A reception was held at River Inn Events. The couple reside in Rossville, Ga.
Wedding
Towe
Cassi Dianne Hawthorne became the bride of Jon-William “Kolby” Towe in a ceremony on Saturday, May 16, at the Canyon Ridge Golf Club. Dr. Mike Chapman performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Watson of Ringgold, Ga., and Mr. and Mrs. Mike Hawthorne. Parents of the bridegroom are Trudy Towe and the late Steven Towe. Misti Bray was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Brittany Burris, Kelly Cox, Sunshine Mansel, Brittany Pauley and Savannah Brown. Zak Towe was best man. Groomsmen were Matthew Mansel, Brandon Bray, David Geren and Tyler Gables. Landon Gables was ring bearer. A reception was held at the Canyon Ridge Golf Club. The couple took a wedding cruise to the Bahamas. They reside in Chattanooga.
Wedding
Dickerson
Christine Ann Odom and Joseph Keenan Dickerson were united in marriage on Wednesday, July 1, in a ceremony held in Jamaica. The Rev. Brian Victor McKretty performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Larry and Barbara Kilgore. The bridegroom is the son of H.C. and Janet Dickerson of Port Orange, Fla. A reception was held for the couple at Out of the Blue restaurant on July 12. Following a honeymoon in Jamaica, the couple reside in this city.
