Engagement
Bayless and Yaw
The engagement of Codee Lynn Bayless and Jared Scott Yaw is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Tracy and Susan Bayless. Parents of the future bridegroom are Jeff and Nita Yaw of Cincinnati, Ohio. The wedding is planned for Saturday, April 30, at Lindsay Street Hall. Miss Bayless is a graduate of Girls Preparatory School. She received a bachelor’s degree in public relations from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, where she was a member of Kappa Delta Sorority. She is a site optimization specialist. Mr. Yaw received a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Ohio State University and a master’s degree in educational psychology from UTK, where he is a doctoral candidate.
Engagement
Davis and Bonner
The engagement of Alison Paige Davis and James David Bonner is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Victor and Patricia Davis. The future bridegroom is the son of Doris Bonner. The wedding is planned for Saturday, April 30, in St. Augustine, Fla. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Ann Benton of Douglas, Ga. Miss Davis is a graduate of Ooltewah High School. She received a bachelor’s degree in marketing from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, where she was a member of Sigma Kappa Sorority. She received a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. She is employed as a sales analyst at Burner Systems International. Mr. Bonner graduated from Ooltewah High School and attended UTC. He is employed by Sherwin Williams Co.
Engagement
Davis and Bonner
The engagement of Alison Paige Davis and James David Bonner is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Victor and Patricia Davis. The future bridegroom is the son of Doris Bonner. The wedding is planned for Saturday, April 30, in St. Augustine, Fla. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Ann Benton of Douglas, Ga. Miss Davis is a graduate of Ooltewah High School. She received a bachelor’s degree in marketing from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, where she was a member of Sigma Kappa Sorority. She received a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. She is employed as a sales analyst at Burner Systems International. Mr. Bonner graduated from Ooltewah High School and attended UTC. He is employed by Sherwin Williams Co.
Engagement
Elrod and Fehr
The engagement of Stephanie Lynn Elrod and Dane Christopher Fehr is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Steve and Sabra Elrod of Ringgold, Ga. Parents of the future bridegroom are Chuck and Trish Fehr of Ringgold. The wedding is planned for Sunday, May 29, at Ashford Manor in Watkinsville, Ga. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Jack Nichols of Rossville, Ga., the late Nedra Nichols, and Kenneth and Linda Elrod of Ringgold. Miss Elrod received a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education from the University of Georgia. She is a member of Athens Church and is a teacher at High Shoals Elementary School in Bishop, Ga. The future bridegroom is the grandson of Dr. Donald C. Fehr Sr. of Thomaston, Ga., the late Peggy Fehr, and Gregory and Marian Kergosien Bay of St. Louis, Miss. Mr. Fehr received a bachelor’s degree in special education from Presbyterian College. He is a member of Athens Church and is a teacher at High Shoals Elementary School.
Engagement
Lindsey and Rains
The engagement of Ashley Caroline Lindsey and Parker Marion Rains is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Vince and Becky Lindsey of Killen, Ala. Parents of the future bridegroom are Lamar and Martha Rains. The wedding is planned for Saturday, May 21, at Cheekwood Gardens in Nashville. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Johnnie Lou Cochran, the late George Thomas Cochran and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Lindsey. Miss Lindsey is a graduate of Bradshaw High School. She received a bachelor’s degree in international marketing from Auburn University. She is vice president of marketing for CryoSurgery Inc. in Nashville. The future bridegroom is the grandson of the late Gladys Rains and the late Gerard and Vista Scruggs. Mr. Rains is a graduate of Baylor School. He received a bachelor’s degree in communications from Auburn University. He is a member of First Presbyterian Church and is a commercial insurance agent for Fisher Brown.
Engagement
Maddux and Frazier
The engagement of Anne Elizabeth Maddux and Brandon Michael Frazier is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Lee Maddux. Parents of the future bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. David Frazier of Winchester, Va. The wedding is planned for Saturday, June 25, at First Cumberland Presbyterian Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Walter Jefferies Doty and the late Mr. and Mrs. Gustavus Adolphus Maddux. Miss Maddux is a graduate of Boyd-Buchanan School. She received a bachelor’s degree in political science, summa cum laude, and a master’s degree in secondary education, summa cum laude, from Lee University, where she was a member of Pi Sigma Alpha honor society and Omega Alpha Phi Sorority. The future bridegroom is the grandson of Wanda Butts of Harpers Ferry, West Va., the late Charles Butts, and Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Frazier of Charlestown, W. Va. Mr. Frazier is a graduate of Sherando High School. He received a bachelor’s degree in business administration, cum laude, from Lee University, where he was a member of Alpha Gamma Chi Fraternity. He received a master’s degree in business administration, cum laude, from Lipscomb University. He is a training coordinator at Chick-fil-A’s corporate headquarters in Atlanta.
Engagement
Pike and Proctor
The engagement of Renee Pike and Russell Proctor is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Cindy Seals of Fort Oglethorpe, and Allen and Vicky Pike of LaFayette, Ga. Parents of the future bridegroom are Earl and Barbara Proctor of Dutton, Ala. The wedding is planned for Saturday, June 4, in Trion, Ga. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Rachel Pike Bartlett of LaFayette, the late Frank Pike, and the late Boyd and Virginia Cordell. Miss Pike is a graduate of LaFayette High School. She is a member of Grace Community Church/Tri-State House of Prayer and is employed by Cohutta Bank. The future bridegroom is the grandson of the late Lawrence and Lillian Proctor and the late Reuben and Effie Coffee. Mr. Proctor is a graduate of Section High School. He is a member of Grace Community Church/Tri-State House of Prayer and is employed as an addiction counselor by Freedom Counseling Services.
Engagement
Ruiz and Richard
The engagement of Judith Ruiz and Charles Richard “Chip” Austin II is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Sara and George Ruiz of Elko, Nev. Parents of the future bridegroom are Mary and Rick Austin. The wedding is planned for Saturday, June 4, at St. Thomas Cathedral in Reno, Nev. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Rosa and Isidro Ruiz of Los Angeles, Calif. Miss Ruiz received a bachelor’s degree in international business from the University of Nevada. She is also a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu culinary school in Sacramento, Calif. The future bridegroom is the grandson of Art Reese. Mr. Austin received a bachelor’s degree in logistics from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. He is pursuing a master’s degree in business administration at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. He is employed as an analyst by Chattem Inc.
Engagement
Rife and Perutelli
The engagement of Jennifer Rife and Freddie Perutelli III is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Dan and Libby Rife. Parents of the future bridegroom are Alfred Charles and Patricia Perutelli of Buckingham, Va. The wedding is planned for Saturday, April 30, at Grace Baptist Church, where the bride-elect is a member. The future bride is the granddaughter of Hollis and Arlene Roden of Gobles, Mich., and Roland and Elaine Rife of Lawton, Mich. Miss Rife is a graduate of Grace Academy. She is a pet stylist at PetSmart. Mr. Perutelli is a member of Glory Baptist Church and is employed by Applebees on Brainerd Road.
Engagement
Swanger and Rojas
The engagement of Kelly Nicole Swanger and David Manuel Rojas is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Barbara L. Swanger and Michael Swanger. Parents of the future bridegroom are Rudy and Marta Rojas of Minneola, Fla. The wedding is planned for Saturday, June 11, at Brainerd Baptist Church, where both are members. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Amon Swanger, the late Mrs. Swanger and the late Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Ledford. Miss Swanger is a graduate of Chattanooga Christian School. She received a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Carson-Newman College. She is a teacher at Red Bank Elementary School. The future bridegroom is the grandson of the late Olympia Mendez, Concepcion Pendas of Miami, Fla., and the late Manuel Pendas. Mr. Rojas is a graduate of Calvary Christian School. He received a bachelor’s degree in business management and marketing from Tennessee Temple University. He is director of the at Brainerd Crossroads.
Engagement
Sabin and Jenkins
The engagement of Kelsey Siobhan Sabin and Jeremy Michael Jenkins is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Norm and Pat Sabin. Parents of the future bridegroom are Larry and Judy Jenkins of Cleveland, Tenn. The wedding is planned for Saturday, April 30, at the Old Woolen Mill in Cleveland. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Howard and Helen Sabin and the late Roy and Nettie McDaris. Miss Sabin is a graduate of Soddy-Daisy High School. She received a bachelor’s degree in public relations and marketing from Middle Tennessee State University, where she was a member of Alpha Chi Omega Sorority. She is employed by CapitalMark Bank and Trust. The future bridegroom is the grandson of the late Baxter and Betty Jenkins and the late I.J. and Myrtle Wright. Mr. Jenkins is a graduate of Cleveland High School. He received a bachelor’s degree in finance and accounting from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. He is employed by Regions Bank.
Wedding
Swanger and Crews
Jessica Ann Swanger became the bride of Brandon Scott Crews in a ceremony on Saturday, Oct. 9, at Brainerd Baptist Church. The Rev. Robby Gallaty performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Barbara Swanger and Michael Swanger. Parents of the bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. Gary Crews. Nicole Swanger was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Kaycee Crews, Carolyn Wadley, Heather Prairie, Meredith Cox and Jessica Chase. Julia Hendrix, Ashlin Lowry, Addie Cheatwood and Emma Crews were flower girls. Mr. Crews served his son as best man. Groomsmen were Josh Brister, Jon Johnson, Robert Hetrick, Mitch Templeton and Bart Smith. A reception was held at Brainerd Crossroads. After a wedding trip to the mountains, the couple reside in this city.
Wedding
Hall and Purcell
Ashley Nicole Hall became the bride of Jarrod Michael Purcell in a ceremony on Saturday, March 19, at Mountain Oaks Wedding Chapel. The Rev. Tylan Blansit performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dewayne Hall. Parents of the bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. Michael Purcell. Chelsea Penney was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Emily Hall, Lacey Beam, Bailey Layne, Ashley Dupree and Katie Newman. Bailey Smith was the flower girl. Mr. Purcell served his son as best man. Groomsmen were Ross Purcell, Zac Beam, Ryan Houston, Ryan Edwards, Tyler Livingston, Chris Burdine and Justin Lee. A reception was held at Mountain Oaks Wedding Chapel. The couple took a wedding trip to Townsend, Tenn. They reside in this city.
