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Aaron - Lacasey Vaught and Jeremy Aaron
Marriage vows to be exchanged Sept. 18, 2004
Lacasey Vaught, daughter of Danny and Betty Vaught of Bridgeport, will marry Jeremy Aaron, son of David and Janet Aaron of Azle, on Sept. 18, 2004, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Mineral Wells. Father Gonzo Morales will officiate.
The bride-elect is a Bridgeport High School graduate, attended Weatherford College and works for Devon Energy.
The prospective groom graduated from Azle High School, attended Weatherford College and is employed by Tri-Co Electric.
Published Sunday, September 5, 2004

Alford - Mr. and Mrs. Ray Alford
Marriage vows exchanged May 22, 2004
Jessica Fuqua of Denton, daughter of Cristy and Kenneth Fuqua of Paradise, married Ray Alford of Denton, son of Angela Teetrick and Forrest Charles Chapman of Whitesboro, in the Wise County Courthouse District Courtroom on May 22, 2004.
A reception was given by the bride’s parents at the Lions Club.
The bride is a 1994 graduate of Paradise High School.
The groom is a 1993 graduate of Whitesboro High School.
Both work for Labinal in Corinth. They reside in Denton.
Published Sunday, June 27, 2004

Allen - Sarah Milligan and Trenton Allen
Marriage vows to be exchanged July 24, 2004
Sarah Elizabeth Milligan, daughter of Paul and Patsy Milligan of Decatur will marry Trenton Dale Allen, son of Todd and Jennifer Allen of Decatur, at River of Life Church in Decatur on July 24, 2004. Paul Milligan, father of the bride, and Greg Mohr will officiate.
The bride-elect graduated from Decatur High School in 2003 and is a music major at Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
The prospective groom graduated from Decatur High School in 2001 and is a sound engineer major at Oral Roberts University.
Published Sunday, June 13, 2004

Allen (2)- Mr. and Mrs. Trenton Dale Allen
Marriage vows exchanged July 24, 2004
Sarah Elizabeth Milligan of Decatur and Trenton Dale Allen of Decatur were married July 24, 2004, at River of Life Church in Decatur. The Rev. Greg Mohr, pastor of River of Life Church and Paul Milligan, father of the bride, officiated the double-ring ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Paul and Patsy Milligan of Decatur.
The groom is the son of Todd and Jennifer Allen of Decatur.
Escorted by her father, the bride wore a white strapless gown with a fitted bodice with Victorian stays covered with beadwork and embroidered flowers. The full skirt had an overlay with floating sequins as well as beadwork and embroidered flowers. Her headpiece was a tiara with an elbow-length veil.
The bride carried red and white roses with cranberry alstromeria, white stock and beaded pearls.
Matron of honor was Shana Scoggins of Roanoke. Bridesmatrons were Lana Boner, sister of the bride, and Jessica Milligan, sister-in-law of the bride, both of Decatur. Bridesmaids were sisters of the groom, Janelle Allen and Sarah Allen, both of Decatur. The honor attendants wore red dresses and carried red roses and cranberry alstromeria.
The flower girls were nieces of the bride of Decatur, Kallie Boner, daughter of Kenny and Lana Boner and Anna Milligan, daughter of Andy and Jessica Milligan. Ringbearer was Jack Hayhurst of Decatur, son of Conor and Laurie Hayhurst.
Best man was Brett Davis of Newark. Groomsmen were Conor Hayhurst, Andy Milligan, brother of the bride, and Robbie Surratt, all of Decatur, and Luke Duler of Brigeport. Ushers were Kenny Boner of Decatur, brother-in-law of the bride, Phillip Scoggins of Roanoke and Daniel Milligan of Fort Worth, cousin of the bride.
Guest book attendant was Heather West of Decatur. Pianist was Brad Logan of Bridgeport and guitarist was Andrew McKinney of Decatur. Soloist was Sara Milligan of Decatur.
A reception was given by the bride’s parents at the church.
The bride graduated from Decatur High School in 2003. She is a student at Oral Roberts University.
The groom is a 2002 graduate of home-schooling and is also a student at Oral Roberts University.
Following a honeymoon to the Grand Caymen Islands, the couple reside in Tulsa, Okla.
Published Sunday, September 12, 2004

Barham - Kay Locke and Dustin Barham
Marriage vows to be exchanged July 2, 2004
Kay Locke of Stephenville, daughter of Betsy Locke and C.J. Locke of Paradise, will marry Dustin Barham of Stephenville, son of Dan and Connie Barham of Stephenville, on July 2, 2004, at the Tropicana Hotel in Las Vegas.
The bride-elect is attending Tarleton State University and is employed at CCS Hospice in Dublin.
The prospective groom is a graduate of Tarleton State University and is employed at Century 21 Southwest Realty in Stephenville.
Published Sunday, June 27, 2004

Barksdale - Cindy Buckner and Arnie Barksdale
Marriage vows to be exchanged June 5, 2004
Cindy Buckner of Chico, daughter of G.A. and Jan Buckner of Chico, will marry Arnie Barksdale of Justin, son of Peggy Barksdale of Justin, on June 5, 2004, at Pleasant View Baptist Church in Bridgeport. Gary Demmitt will officiate.
The bride-elect is a 1992 graduate of Chico High School and a 1996 graduate of Texas Tech University. She is attending the University of North Texas and is employed as an agricultural science teacher at Chico High School.
The prospective groom is a 1987 graduate of Northwest High School and attended Tarleton State University. He is employed by American Airlines.
Published Sunday, May 16, 2004

Barnett - Heidi LewAnn Ingram and Todd Allen Barnett
Marriage vows to be exchanged Oct. 30, 2004
Heidi LewAnn Ingram of Lewisville, daughter of Sondra Ingram of Emmett, Idaho, and granddaughter of Gladys Roberts and Oleen and Eddie McGann, all of Emmett, will marry Todd Allen Barnett, son of John L. and Betty Barnett Jr. of Irving, and grandson of William (Red) and June Ivy and Mary Barnett, all of Bridgeport, on Oct. 30, 2004, in Emmett.
The bride-elect earned a bachelor of arts degree in history from Boise State University in Boise, Idaho, and a master of arts degree in biblical studies at Dallas Theological Seminary. She is employed by Plano Christian Academy.
The prospective groom earned a bachlor’s degree in business from the University of Texas at Arlington and is employed by Vartech Telecommunications in Dallas.
Published Sunday, September 19, 2004

Bassham - Alvin and Carolyn Bassham
Fiftieth wedding anniversary Jan. 1, 2005
Alvin and Carolyn Bassham of Keeter will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a reception hosted by their children at the Decatur Civic Center from 2 to 5 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 2, 2005.
Alvin Bassham and the former Carolyn Blythe were married Jan. 1, 1955, in Fort Worth.
He retired from the maintenance department of TXU after 39 years and she is a homemaker. They are members of the Cottondale Church of Christ.
They have three children: Alvin Ray Bassham Jr. and wife, Patty, of Haltom City, Rebecca Bishop and husband, Robert, of Bowie, and Brian Bassham and wife, Mona, of Boyd.
The couple also has 10 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
Published Sunday, December 19, 2004

Bates - Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bates
Marriage vows exchanged Dec. 20, 2003
Stephanie Ann Lee of Decatur, daughter of Dennis and Sonia Lee of Decatur, married Robert David Bates of Greenfield, Ind., son of David and Krista Bates of Greenfield, on Dec. 20, 2003, at 6:30 p.m. at Decatur Church of Christ. Robert Isham of the church officiated the double ring ceremony.
Escorted by her father, the bride wore a full length designer gown made of ivory satapeau. The fitted bodice with scooped neckline was trimmed with seed pearls, gold bugle beads and sequins. The delicately beaded waist and chapel-length train were adorned with fine ribbon flowers, seed pearls, gold bugle beads and rhinestones. The headpiece was a simple two-tiered, waist length veil trimmed in seed pearls. The bride carried a bouquet of Baton Rouige roses with exotic greenery.
The maid of honor was Nicole Reece of Richmond, Va. Bridesmaids were Rebecca Taylor of Bristow, Va., Rayel Bates, sister of the groom, of Greenfield, Ind., and Megan Beilve of Dumas, Texas. The attendants wore black crepe dresses with scoop backs and carried flowers resembling the bridal bouquet with cascading Baton Rouige roses and exotic greenery.
Best man was John Sullivan of Nashville, Tenn. Groomsmen were Brandon Bates, cousin of the groom, of Little Hocking, Ohio; Christopher Lee, brother of the bride, of Decatur; and Justin Clay of Lancaster, Ohio.
Ushers were Randy and Ricky Bates, brothers of the groom, of Greenfield.
Guest book attendant was Ruth Ann Cox of Searcy, Ark.
The bride’s parents gave a reception at the Decatur Church of Christ Family Life Center.
Servers were Lori Thornton of Nashville, Rachel Martin, Erika Ross of Searcy, Sarah Bates and Stephanie White of Canton, Ohio.
The couple took a Western Caribbean cruise as their wedding trip.
They will reside in Searcy, Ark., where both attend Harding University. She is pursuing a degree in computer science and works as office manager for Gym Stars. He is working on a master’s degree in accounting and is employed as the assistant manager for Hibbett Sports.
Published Sunday, February 15, 2004

Billy - Sondra Lee Inman and Charles Wayne Billy
Marriage vows to be exchanged Oct. 8, 2004
Sondra Lee Inman of Watauga, daughter of Lonnie and Linda Galloway of Newark and Tommy and Lauran Inman of Fort Worth, will marry Charles Wayne Billy of Watauga, son of Jerry and Rhonda Long of Bedford and Charles A. Billy of Celina, on Oct. 8, 2004, at the Fort Worth Stock Yards.
The bride-elect is employed by Citigroup in Irving.
The prospective groom owns Charles’ Custom Concrete.
Published Sunday, August 29, 2004

Black - Amanda Elizabeth Hopkins and Benjamin Andrew Black
Marriage vows to be exchanged Jan. 8, 2005
Amanda Elizabeth Hopkins of Atlanta, Ga., daughter of Mark and Helen Hopkins of Haslet, will marry Benjamin Andrew Black of Atlanta, son of David and Betty Black of Dallas, on Jan. 8, 2005, at the First United Methodist Church of Dallas. The Rev. Jerry Jones of Floral Heights Methodist Church in Wichita Falls and the Rev. Wallace Chappell of the First United Methodist Church of Dallas will officiate.
The bride-elect is a 1998 graduate of Northwest High School and a 2002 graduate of Southern Methodist University with a bachelor of arts degree in religious studies and psychology. She will graduate in May 2005 with a master’s degree in divinity from the Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta. She is a member of Gamma Phi Beta sorority and is employed by the Wesley Foundation at Emory University.
The prospective groom is a 1999 graduate of Jesuit College Preparatory School in Dallas and a 2003 graduate of Rice University with a bachelor and master of science degree in mechanical engineering. He is a Ph.D. candidate in mechanical engineering at Georgia Tech University in Atlanta. He was a member of the cross country team at Rice University. He is employed by Georgia Tech University.
Published Sunday, October 31, 2004

Blanks - Charles and Viva Jean Blanks
Fiftieth wedding anniversary May 29, 2004
Charles and Viva Jean Blanks of Chico will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a reception hosted by their children at the First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall from 2 until 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 22.
The wife is the former Viva Jean Pitts. The couple was married May 29, 1954, in Whitesboro.
Their children are Keith Blanks of Chico, David Blanks of Dickenson and Doug Blanks of Richland Hills. They also have five grandchildren.
Charles is self employed as the owner of an automotive mechanic shop.
Viva is self employed and semi-retired from child care.
The couple requests no gifts.
Published Sunday, May 16, 2004

Bosecker - Mr. and Mrs. David Walter Bosecker
Marriage vows exchanged Feb. 14, 2004
Brenda Elton Edwards and David Walter Bosecker, both of Wise County, were married Feb. 14, 2004, in the Candlelight Chapel in Las Vegas, Nev.
The bride is the daughter of Launa Holsenbeck of San Angelo.
The groom is the son of Chris and Ramah Bosecker of Midland.
Best man Ted Bosecker of Midland, brother of the groom, escorted the bride who wore a floor-length lined dress. The bodice and sleeves were scalloped and lined with antique lace. The skirt and bodice had hand-sewn appliques of roses accented with hand-sewn pearls and sequins. The waist was adorned with hand-sewn sequins, and the round neckline and back were decorated with hand-sewn pearls. A silk shawl draped at the elbows.
The matron of honor was Charlotte Bosecker of Midland, sister-in-law of the groom. Both the bride and matron of honor carried nosegays of pink roses and baby’s breath.
A wedding dinner and cake was served at Hugo’s restaurant in downtown Las Vegas.
The bride is a graduate of Lake View High School in San Angelo. She has an associate’s degree in social work from Texas State Technical Institute and a business management credential from Angelo State University. She is employed at the Wise County clerk’s office.
A graduate of Permian Basin High School in Midland, the groom received a bachelor of science degree in agriculture from Tarleton State University and completed the police academy in Weatherford. He is employed as a sergeant at the Wise County Sheriff’s Office.
After a honeymoon in Las Vegas, the couple returned to their home in Wise County.
Published Sunday, February 22, 2004

Brogdon - Mr. and Mrs. Jarrod Brogdon
Marriage vows exchanged June 26, 2004
Alissa Brooke Harris of Schertz and Jarrod Heath Brogdon of Marion were married in a double ring ceremony at 6:30 p.m. June 26, 2004, at Windcrest United Methodist Church in San Antonio.
The bride is the daughter of Terry and Rhonda Harris of Schertz and the granddaughter of Billy and Betty Wiley of Decatur.
The groom is the son of Rita Brogdon of Marion.
Escorted by her father, the bride wore a strapless, white satin princess seamed gown accented with Austrian crystal beads at the top and around the chapel-length train. She carried red roses.
Her matron of honor was her sister, April Tobola, and her maid of honor was Sandy George. Bridesmaids were Tiffany Dirks, Annie Price, Leslie Muska, Lisa Snyder and Kim Slyman. They wore strapless red satin floor-length gowns and carried spring bouquets.
Candle lighters were cousins, Reba and Jimmy Harris.
The ringbearer was nephew Breven Tobola.
Best man was Kenneth Fleenor. Groomsmen were Christopher Tobola, Lewis Dodson, Ryan Sales, T. Slaven, Thomas Cho and Jon Lu.
Ushers were cousins, Jeremy and Stephen Rawlings.
A reception was held at the St. Anthony Hotel. After a wedding trip to the Mayan Riviera in Mexico, the couple reside in San Antonio.
The bride is a 2003 graduate of Texas State University. She teaches special education in pre-kindergarten.
The groom is a 2002 graduate of Texas State University. He is a manager at Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
Published Sunday, August 29, 2004

Broom - Kendra LeAnne Hess and Jeremy David Broom
Marriage vows to be exchanged Sept. 25, 2004
Kendra LeAnne Hess of Corinth, daughter of Ronnie and Kathy Hess of Decatur, will marry Jeremy David Broom of North Richland Hills, son of David and Becky Broom of North Richland Hills, on Sept. 25, 2004, in Decatur.
The bride-elect graduated from Decatur High School in 1997 and from Abilene Christian University in 2001 with a degree in human development and family studies. She is employed at Lake Dallas Elementary School.
The prospective groom is a 1998 graduate of Richland High School, and a 2002 graduate of ACU with a degree in human resource management. He graduated in 2003 from Tarrant County College Fire Academy and is employed by the Coppell Fire Department.
Published Sunday, August 29, 2004

Brown - Sherrea L. Cox and Clint Brown
Marriage vows to be exchanged Feb. 28, 2004
Sherrea L. Cox of Boyd, daughter of Jimmy and Vickie Cox of Boyd, will marry Clint M. Brown of Sulphur Springs, son of Bob and Judy Brown of Sulphur Springs, on Feb. 28, 2004, in Cottondale. Brother Charles Pugh of the Cottondale Baptist Church will officiate.
Published Sunday, January 26, 2004

Brown (2)- Mr. and Mrs. Clint Matthew Brown
Marriage vows exchanged Feb. 28, 2004
Sherrea Linne Cox of Boyd and Clint Matthew Brown of Whitehall, Ark., were married Feb. 28, 2004, at the First Baptist Church of Cottondale. The Rev. Charles Pugh officiated the double-ring ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Jimmy and Vickie Cox of Boyd.
The groom is the son of Bob and Judy Brown of Sulphur Springs.
The bride was escorted by her father. The ceremony was a Marine Corps wedding with eight Marines attending in full uniforms with swords.
The matron of honor was Jackie Jackson of Fort Worth, and the bridesmatron was Julie Lewis of Winnsboro. Flower girl was Cheyenne Dodson, daughter of Ken and Cynthia Dodson of Decatur.
Best man was Randy Bench of Farmersville, and groomsman was Kevin Brewer of Sulphur Springs. Ushers were Scott Cox of Boyd, brother of the bride, and Jared and Jonathan Gold of Plano. Jared and Jonathan, nephews of the groom, also acted as candlelighters. Ringbearers were Ty and Colby Cox of Boyd, nephews of the bride.
A reception was given by the bride’s friends and family at the Boyd Community Center. Servers were Leah Pegues, cousin of the bride, and Cheryl Cote, cousin of the bride, both of Paradise.
The bride is a graduate of Boyd High School and is employed at State Farm Insurance in Pine Bluff, Ark. A graduate of the University of Texas in Dallas, the groom is a warrant officer in the Marine Corps Reserves and is employed at the General Physics Corporation at the Pine Bluff Arsenal in Pine Bluff.
After a honeymoon trip to Cancun, Mexico, the couple reside in Whitehall.
Published Sunday, March 28, 2004

Bruce - Nora Beth Marsh and Jason Lynn Bruce
Marriage vows to be exchanged April 24, 2004
Nora Beth Marsh of Decatur, daughter of Ronnie and Lissa Lambert of Decatur, and Donna Archer of Bridgeport, will marry Jason Lynn Bruce of Chico, son of Clyde and Carla Deering of Chico, on April 24, 2004, at Grace Baptist Church in Decatur.
The bride-elect is a graduate of Bridgeport High School and is employed by First Baptist Church.
The prospective groom is a Chico High School graduate and is employed by TXI Bridgeport Stone.
Published Sunday, January 11, 2004

Bruce (2)- Mr. and Mrs. Jason Lynn Bruce
Marriage vows exchanged April 24, 2004
Nora Beth Marsh of Decatur and Jason Lynn Bruce of Chico were married April 24, 2004, at Grace Baptist Church in Decatur. Dr. Van Gardner, pastor, officiated the double ring ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Ronnie and Lissa Lambert of Decatur and Donna Archer of Bridgeport.
The groom is the son of Clyde and Carla Deering of Chico.
Escorted by her father and her son, Bryan Marsh, the bride wore a simple white dress with a simple head band. The dress had a V-shaped back accented with a small rose under the V shape. She carried red- and white-stemmed roses.
Carrie Tremaine of Bridgeport was matron of honor.
John Gibbson, cousin of the groom, of Henrietta was best man.
Flower girls were Kassy Norman, daughter of Pam Norman and niece of the bride, of Krum and Rebecca Marsh, daughter of Beth Marsh, of Decatur.
Rodney Lambert, brother of the bride, of Decatur, Shane Norman, brother-in-law of the groom of Krum, and Trent Teague, brother-in-law of the bride of Chico, were ushers.
The matron of honor wore a red dress with white roses and carried red and white stemmed roses.
Lisa Plemons of Decatur was pianist.
A reception followed in the church fellowship hall.
Sandra Romine of Bridgeport and Michelle Robbins of McKinney were servers.
The bride graduated from Bridgeport High School. She is employed by First Baptist Church of Decatur.
The groom graduated from Chico High School. He is employed by TXI Bridgeport Stone in Bridgeport.
The couple, who are taking a June wedding trip to Mexico, live in Decatur.
Published Sunday, May 16, 2004

Burns - Alissa Horton and Zachary Burns
Marriage vows to be exchanged July 31, 2004
Alissa Erin Horton of Decatur, daughter of Louis and Joyce Horton of Decatur, will marry Zachary Robert Burns of Fremont, Neb., son of Neil and Cindy Burns of Fremont, Neb., July 31, 2004, at Immanuel Baptist Church in Decatur with pastor Louis Horton officiating.
The bride-elect is a 2001 graduate of Immanuel Baptist Christian Academy and is a senior at Oklahoma Baptist College in Oklahoma City. She is an elementary education major and will graduate in May 2005.
The prospective groom is a 2001 graduate of Heartland Christian School in Fremont, Neb., and a May 2004 graduate of Oklahoma Baptist College. His major was pastoral theology. He is employed at O’Reilly Auto Parts in Oklahoma City.
Published Sunday, June 6, 2004

Burns (2)- Mr. and Mrs. Zachary Robert Burns
Marriage vows exchanged July 31, 2004
Alissa Erin Horton of Decatur and Zachary Robert Burns of Fremont, Neb., were married July 31, 2004, at Immanuel Baptist Church in Decatur. Brad Horton, brother of the bride and associate pastor of Faith Baptist Church in Kilgore, and Louis Horton, father of the bride, pastor of Immanuel Baptist Church in Decatur, officiated the double ring ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Louis and Joyce Horton of Decatur.
The groom is the son of Neil and Cindy Burns of Fremont.
Escorted by her father, the bride wore a white, princess style, A-line gown with a square neck and dropped waist of embroidered and beaded cystalline organza. Embroidered and beaded sheer, three-quarter-length bell sleeves covered cap sleeves. The skirt was made of matte satin with a chapel-length train covered in two layers of embroidered and beaded organza that formed an A-line split in the front of the gown. Her headpiece was a tiara with a fingertip-length veil. She carried a bouquet of a dozen white roses with navy and silver ribbon.
Matron of honor was Carrie Dailey, sister of the bride, of Herndon, Va. Bridesmaids were Mandy Bayaraa of Heber Springs, Ark., and Kari Gage of Decatur. The honor attendants wore navy blue dresses with floor-length A-line skirts and short-sleeve, princess style tops with round necklines.
Flower girl was Hannah Horton of Bridgeport, daughter of Gilbert and Jennifer Horton. Ringbearer was Quinnten Gober of Paradise, cousin of the bride, son of Misty and Kerry Gober.
Best man was Marshall Burns of Fremont, brother of the groom. Groomsmen were Andrew Aaron of Oklahoma City, Okla., and Adam Marshall, cousin of the groom, of Fremont.
Ushers and candlelighters were Brad Horton, brother of the bride of Kilgore, and Chris Hughes, cousin of the bride of Decatur.
Guestbook attendant was Neilea Burns of Fremont, sister of the groom. Pianists and soloists were Carrie and Michael Dailey of Herndon, sister and brother-in-law of the bride. Sharon Van Manen of Oklahoma City was also a soloist.
A reception was hosted by the bride’s parents at the Calvary Baptist Church fellowship hall in Decatur. Servers were Darlene Hudson of Paradise, aunt of the bride, Sharon Van Manen of Oklahoma City, Chandra Horton of Kilgore, sister-in-law of the bride, Neilea Burns of Fremont, sister of the groom and Jennifer Burns of Fremont, sister-in-law of the groom.
The bride is a 2001 graduate of Immanuel Baptist Christian Academy in Decatur. She is a senior at Oklahoma Baptist College in Oklahoma City and will graduate in May 2005 with a degree in elementary education.
The groom is a 2001 graduate of Heartland Christian School in Fremont and a 2004 graduate of Oklahoma Baptist College with a degree in pastoral theology.
Following a honeymoon to Eureka Springs, Ark., the couple live in Oklahoma City.
Published Sunday, September 5, 2004

Butler - Mr. and Mrs. Austin Wade Butler
Marriage vows exchanged Oct. 25, 2003
Jaime Lynn Teal of Decatur and Austin Wade Butler of Rhome were married Oct. 25, 2003, at the First Baptist Church of Decatur. The Rev. Ken May and Mike Stephenson officiated the double-ring ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Sammy and Donna Teal of Decatur. She is the granddaughter of Tommy and Betty Stephens of Boyd and J.L. and Evelyn Teal of Springtown.
The groom is the son of Rip and Sonja Butler of Rhome. He is the grandson of Bernice Miles of Rhome and Shirley Butler of Springtown.
A vase of white roses was placed on the altar in memory of the groom’s grandfathers.
Escorted by her father, the bride wore a hand-beaded, strapless princess gown of ivory Dulciana satin and Italian satin, trimmed in rum pink and Alencon lace by Mon Cheri. The fitted bodice was adorned with crystals, sequins and freshwater rum pink pearls. She wore her maternal grandmother’s pearl necklace and carried the handkerchief she carried in her wedding.
The semi-cathedral length train was hand-beaded Alencon lace and attached over layers of ivory tulle accented with sequins and pearls. The Ocone blusher veil was made of illusion and trimmed in rum pink rolled ribbon. She wore a headpiece created by Dallas designer Yooki Yoon that was hand wired with clusters of ivory freshwater pearls accented by clear Swarovski crystals.
The bride carried a clutch style bouquet of Charlotte roses, black magic roses, mini eggplant calla lilies, purple ranunculus, red berries, freesia, viburnum and Gerbera daisies tied with chiffon.
The maid of honor was Jodi Luttrell of Decatur. The matron of honor was Tricia Whiteley Teal, sister-in-law of the bride, of Arlington. Bridesmaids were Amanda Butler Hughes, sister of the groom, of Rhome, Rachel Sturgeon of Irving, Tasha Miles of Rhome, Kristen Williams and Taylor Woods, both of Decatur.
The flower girls were Victoria Brooke Miller of Justin, Shelbee Gosselin of Conroe and Rebecca Lee of Fort Worth.
The best man was Phillip Miles, cousin of the groom, of Rhome. Groomsmen were Gregg Teal, brother of the bride, of Arlington, Gary Hughes, brother-in-law of the groom, of Rhome, Michael Nail of Rhome, Priestly Ledger and Robby Miller, both of Rhome, and Samuel Teal, brother of the bride, of Decatur.
Ushers were Jacob Stephens, cousin of the bride, of Boyd, Chris Word of Rhome, Robert Miles, uncle of the groom, of Rhome and Levi Hughes of Justin.
The ringbearers were Ethan Miles of Rhome, Hunter Eustace of North Richland Hills and Braden Ledger of Rhome.
The guestbook attendants were Natasha Teal, cousin of the bride, of Fort Worth and Amy Cude of Decatur. Members of the house party were cousins of the groom, Heather Lee of Fort Worth, Amber Young of Haslet, Tanya Ledger of Rhome and Cicely Word of Rhome.
Music for the ceremony was provided by pianist Jo Joiner of Decatur and the First Baptist Church Handbell Choir. Kevin Moore of Decatur played “Trumpet Voluntary” for the presentation of the bride and during the lighting of the unity candle, soloist Samuel Teal, brother of the bride, sang “The Lord’s Prayer.”
The bride is a graduate of Decatur High School and is a sophomore at Tarrant County College in Fort Worth. She is majoring in education and journalism and plans to attend the University of North Texas in Denton. She is employed by Memory Lane Gifts in Decatur.
The groom is a graduate of Northwest High School. He is employed by Ace Water Wells in Decatur.
The couple will honeymoon in Cozumel in January. They reside in Boyd.
Published Sunday, January 4, 2004

Cantu - Ruben and Sara Cantu
Tenth wedding anniversary Nov. 17, 2004
Ruben and Sara Cantu of Decatur will celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary with a reception at the Decatur Civic Center on Saturday, Nov. 27, from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Ruben Cantu and the former Sara Reta were married Nov. 17, 1994, in Decatur. They have two children, Ivan Santana Cantu, 6, and Samantha Cantu, 2.
Ruben is a salesman at Karl Klement Ford and Sara is a homemaker.
Published Sunday, November 21, 2004

Carter, Garry Ray - Mr. and Mrs. Garry Ray Carter
Marriage vows exchanged Aug. 12, 2004
Tonya Marie Johnson of Krum and Garry Ray Carter of Krum were married Aug. 12, 2004, in a double ring ceremony in Jamaica. The couple also had a ceremony and reception on Aug. 28, 2004, at their house in Slidell.
The bride is a photographer.
The groom is self-employed with GRC Concrete Contractors.
Published Sunday, September 19, 2004

Carter, Ralph - Ralph and Anneliese Carter
Fiftieth wedding anniversary Dec. 29, 2003
Ralph and Anneliese Carter of Chico celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Dec. 29.
Carter and the former Anneliese Prause were married Dec. 29, 1953, in Hammelburg, Germany. They have three children, Linda Blanks of Chico, Wendy Denney of Decatur and Joyce O’Dell of Bridgeport and five grandchildren.
Ralph is a member of the Wise County Veterans group.
They are members of the First Baptist Church of Chico.
Published Sunday, January 4, 2004

Cayce - Vhonda Jade Miller and Brian Pate Cayce
Marriage vows to be exchanged Aug. 7, 2004
Vhonda Jade Miller of Alvord, daughter of Gerald and Penny Miller of Alvord, will marry Brian Pate Cayce of Chico, son of Rodney and Pam Cayce of Chico, on Aug. 7, 2004, in Chico.
The bride elect and prospective groom are both students at Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls.
Published Sunday, April 11, 2004

Cheek - JoAnn Fippinger and Emory Cheek
Marriage vows to be exchanged April 3, 2004
JoAnn Fippinger of College Station, daughter of Don and Donna Fippinger of Caldwell, will marry Emory Cheek of Temple, son of Arthur and Zuma Cheek of Grandview, on April 3, 2004, at Christ United Methodist Church in College Station.
The bride elect graduated from Tarleton State University in 1998 with a bachelor of science degree in interdisciplinary studies. She is employed at Aldersgate Methodist Church in College Station.
The prospective groom graduated from Mary Hardin Baylor University in 2001 with a bachelor of science degree in computer science. He is employed by Panel Specialists Inc. in Temple.
Published Sunday, March 7, 2004

Clark - Mr. and Mrs. William Barrett Clark Jr.
Marriage vows exchanged Sept. 25, 2004
Tracy Louise Watson and William Barrett Clark Jr. were married Sept. 25, 2004, at the First United Methodist Church of Decatur. The Rev. Thomas O. Brumett officiated.
The bride is the daughter of Ron and Tracy Watson of Corsicana and Marilyn Clark of Montague.
The groom is the son of Bill Clark of Montague.
The bride wore a white strapless satin gown with a chapel-length train. The bodice had a sweetheart neckline and lace-up back. The organza overlay had an embroidered ivy design. The skirt was trimmed with satin ribbon. The dress was made by the bride’s grandmother, Nell Sawyer.
Maid of honor was Shelly Barbee, cousin of the bride. Bridesmaids were Nicole Watson, sister of the bride, and Hattie Carrizales. They wore ankle-length dresses of lilac satin.
Best man was Matt Jenkins. Groomsmen were Greg Gammage and Will Odell. They wore western-styled tuxedo tops with black jeans and black boots.
Flower girl was Allyson Clark, daughter of the groom. Ring bearers were Jackson Shipp, son of the bride, and Kelan Jenkins. Candle lighters were Peggy Russell and Rosemary Wear, aunts of the groom.
Nanci Nellis played pipe organ, Carolyn Thompson was soloist and the bride’s family played hand bells.
The bride is a 1998 graduate of Decatur High School. She attended the University of North Texas, Navarro College and North Central Texas College. She is employed by S&J Oil Company.
The groom is a 1995 graduate of Bridgeport High School. He attended NCTC and is employed by TXI in Bridgeport.
The couple lives in Montague and will take a honeymoon trip in January.
Published Sunday, October 10, 2004

Clayton - Allison Renee Howard and Jeremy Sha Clayton
Marriage vows to be exchanged June 4, 2004
Allison Renee Howard, daughter of Pamela Cason Tindall of Fort Worth, will marry Jeremy Sha Clayton, son of Melinda Cook Henry of Paradise and grandson of Sam and Linda Cook of Paradise, on June 4, 2004, at 5 p.m. at the Ritz-Carlton in Montego Bay, Jamaica.
The bride elect is employed at Walsh Oil in Fort Worth.
The prospective groom is employed as a firefighter and paramedic for the city of Irving and owns Firehouse Gym in Decatur.
Published Sunday, March 21, 2004

Cocanougher - Dr. Charles Marion and Jo Ann Cocanougher
Fiftieth wedding anniversary Aug. 28, 2004
Dr. Charles Marion and Jo Ann Cocanougher of Decatur celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a surprise party hosted by their children July 31 at the Decatur Civic Center.
Dr. Cocanougher and the former Jo Ann Gary, daughter of Fred and Orlena Gary of Decatur, were married Aug. 28, 1954, at Matthews Memorial Methodist Church in Fort Worth.
Charles Marion Cocanougher is a doctor of veterinary medicine who retired from Wise County Animal Clinic. He owns Cocanougher Properties. He is a member of the First United Methodist Church, a distinguished former student of Texas A&M University and served on the Decatur City Council and ran for mayor against Coke Gage. He was also a member of the chamber of commerce and Rotary Club, and was on the boards of the appraisal district and the Texas Veterinary Medical Association.
Jo Ann Cocanougher is a mother and a housewife. She is a member of the First United Methodist Church and was secretary of the first Decatur water board.
They have five children, Gary Cocanougher and wife, Susan, of Decatur, D’Ann Moore and husband, Mark, of Dallas, Beth Short and husband, Dr. David, of Tyler, Scott Cocanougher and wife, Alison, of Selbyville, Tenn., and Mary Kay Battaglia and husband, Dr. John, of Madison, Wis.; and 11 grandchildren.
Published Sunday, August 8, 2004

Colbert - Mr. and Mrs. Dave Colbert
Marriage vows exchanged Dec. 27, 2003
Erin Rae Boyd and David Lee Colbert were married Dec. 27, 2003, at Historic First Protestant Church in New Braunfels. Pastor Billy Mark Arnold, uncle of the bride, officiated the double-ring ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Ben Richard and Karen Boyd of New Braunfels, the granddaughter of Xelna Boyd of Decatur and the great-granddaughter of Ollie Maude Boyd of Decatur.
The groom is the son of Jo Ann Fletcher of Virginia Beach, Va., and Russell Gray Colbert Jr. of Austin.
Diane Elise Arnold of Federal Way, Wash., was her cousin’s maid of honor.
Bridesmaids were Lanie Sue Nivens, cousin of the bride, Dyan Rene Connor, Holli Suzette White, Vivian Geneve Talley and Shelia Dian Colbert, sister of the groom.
Junior bridesmaids were Kareece Jeanine Sacco, daughter of Chris and Lisa Sacco and Becky Ann Brontze, daughter of Gary and Terri Brontze, both from New Braunfels.
Flower girls were cousins of the bride, Kyndal Elizabeth Klose, daughter of Will and Crystal Klose and Emily Austyn Boyd, daughter of Derrick and Cheri Boyd, all of Decatur.
Russell Gray Colbert Jr. was his son’s best man.
Groomsmen were Jonathan Andrew McCarthy, Matthew Nelsen Herrick, Michael James Den Hartog, Brett Adam Boyd, brother of the bride, and Brian Mark Arnold, cousin of the bride.
The usher was James Marcus Goff, uncle of the bride.
Vocalists were Patricia Suzanne Arnold, aunt of the bride, Billy Mark Arnold, uncle of the bride, and Diane Elise Arnold, cousin of the bride. Organ and piano music was provided by Dr. Joey Martin.
Glyn Hubbard Goff, grandfather of the bride, read scripture during the ceremony.
The bride’s dress was an Oleg Cassini creation with strapless satin molded bodice embellished with hand-beaded trim of pearls and crystals.
The skirt was tulle with a sweep train. Her tiara was also of pearls and crystals attached to a cathedral veil. She carried a bouquet of Casa Blanca lilies, white calla lilies and white atika roses.
Jonathan Rickman on the trumpet played “Trumpet Voluntary” as the bride entered the church on the arm of her father.
The maid of honor and bridesmaids wore strapless A-line dresses of hunter green satin accented with long gloves. Their flowers were stargazer lilies and mauve calla lilies.
The junior bridesmaids and flower girls wore identical white satin sleeveless dresses adorned with pearls at the neckline and waist. Each wore a tiara of pearls and crystals and carried stargazer lilies and mauve calla lilies.
The groom and groomsmen were in black full dress.
In charge of the register were Kim Bates, aunt of the bride, and Ryan Culberson, cousin of the bride. The house party consisted of Patty Baker, Cindy Blue, Janelle Berger, Gary, Terri and Kristen Brontze, Mike, Linda and Allison Dietert, Erica DenHartog, Kirk and Rosemarie Gregory, Pat Langston, Jo Ann Robinet, Diane Schultz, Cannis Ulbrich and Susan White.
A reception and dance followed the ceremony.
The bride’s cake was a four-layer, tres leches confection decorated with ivory roses and calla lilies. The groom’s cake was amaretto tres leche iced with chocolate mousse and strawberries.
The Rio Trio played music for the dance and the Grand March was led by Charles and Wallie Mund.
The rehearsal dinner the evening before the wedding was hosted by the groom’s father at the Grist Mill at Gruene. The wedding party and guests were entertained by Billy, Patricia and Diane Arnold.
The bride and groom left the reception in a 1915 Hudson. After a honeymoon in Hawaii, the couple will reside in Cedar Park, Texas.
Published Sunday, March 1, 2004

Cox - Kimberly Walker and Michael Cox
Marriage vows to be exchanged March 12, 2005
Kimberly Jo Walker, daughter of Randal and Shelia Walker of Bowie, will marry Michael Allen Cox of Bowie, son of Kenneth and Connie Cox of Boyd, on March 12, 2005, at Carter Lakes Church of Christ. David Hall will officiate.
The bride-elect will graduate from Midwestern State University in May 2005 with an associate’s degree in radiological science.
The prospective groom is employed with the city of Lewisville as a firefighter and paramedic.
Published Sunday, September 26, 2004

Cruz - Mr. and Mrs. Alejandro Cruz
Marriage vows exchanged July 19, 2004
Jennifer Michelle Vaughn of Denton and Alejandro Cruz of Denton were married July 19, 2004, at the Wise County Courthouse. Justice of the Peace Jan Morrow officiated the double-ring ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Michael and Jammie Vaughn of Decatur.
The groom is the son of Victor Cruz of Tula, Mexico.
Escorted by her parents, the bride carried two red roses with heather tied with a cream-colored ribbon.
The bride is a 1993 graduate of Decatur High School and is a homemaker.
The groom is employed by R&S Landscaping.
Following the wedding, the couple will reside in Decatur.
Published Sunday, July 25, 2004

Davie - Miranda Clanin and Shaun Davie
Marriage vows to be exchanged Aug. 27, 2004
Miranda Dawn Clanin of Decatur, daughter of Larry Clanin of Weatherford, will marry Shaun Eric Davie of Decatur, son of Mark and Karla Davie of Decatur, at Community Baptist Church in Decatur at 7 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 27, 2004. The Rev. John Redfern will officiate.
The bride-elect is a homemaker.
The prospective groom works for All-Tex Service.
Published Sunday, August 15, 2004

Debo - Terry Simmons and Vance Debo
Marriage vows to be exchanged May 2, 2004
Terry L. Simmons of Arlington, daughter of Buck Young and Lynn Morgan of Decatur, will marry Vance E. Debo of Arlington, son of Jerry and Doris Debo of Grand Prairie, on May 2 at Green Oaks wedding chapel in Arlington.
The bride elect works for First American Bank in Bedford.
The groom is a graduate of Southern Methodist University and Cox School of Business. He owns Debo Cycle Sports of Dallas and Debo’s Insurance of Arlington.
Published Sunday, February 15, 2004

Dennis - Mr. and Mrs. Jay Dennis
Marriage vows exchanged Oct. 25, 2004
Naomi Velazquez and Jay Dennis were married Oct. 25, 2004, in Joshua Tree, Calif.
The bride is the daughter of Daniel and Yolanda Velazquez of Yonkers, N.Y., and Russell and Ruth Henwood of North Miami Beach, Fla. She is a 1996 graduate of North Miami Beach Senior High School and is a corpsman aboard the Coastguard Cutter Elm in North Carolina.
The groom is the son of Red and Cathy Dennis of Bridgeport. He is a 1995 graduate of Bridgeport High School and is a corpsman in the Navy. He will soon be leaving for a six-month deployment in Africa.
Published Sunday, October 31, 2004

Dickey - Tony and Dorris Dickey
Fiftieth wedding anniversary Feb. 27, 2004
Tony and Dorris Dickey of Rhome will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary Feb. 29.
Dickey and the former Dorris Utley were married Feb. 27, 1954.
Tony Dickey retired from Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 146 in Fort Worth after 42 years of service. During his last nine years, he served as their business manager and financial secretary. Dorris Dickey retired after 42 years with the Texas Refinery Corp. as an assistant vice president. They have been lifetime Wise County residents.
They have two children, Tony and Missy, and eight grandchildren.
A reception will be held at the Roanoke Community Center on Sunday, Feb. 29.
Published Sunday, March 1, 2004

Dunlap - Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Eugene Dunlap
Marriage vows exchanged May 1, 2004
Ashley Shea Robinson of Chico and Phillip Eugene Dunlap of Edinboro, Pa., were married May 1, 2004, in Panama City Beach, Fla. The Rev. B.J. Womack, grandfather of the bride, officiated the double ring ceremony.
The bride is the daughter Sherri Robinson of Bridgeport and Randy Robinson of Chico. She is the granddaughter of B. J. and Norma Womack and Betty Cox Robinson, all of Chico.
The groom is the son of Dan and Kathy Netzler of Edinboro, and Errol and Kate Dunlap of Eric, Pa. He is the grandson of Ursula Dunlap of Port St. Lucy, Fla.
The bride, given in marriage by her mother, wore a floor-length gown of white satin. The gown featured an embroidered bodice of adorned rosebuds.
The bride carried a bouquet of red roses and stargazer lilies gathered by her grandmother-in-law’s rosary and a guardian angel pin in honor of her late grandfather. She also wore wedding rings of her grandmother and great-grandmother.
A dinner reception was held by the bride’s mother at Pappou’s Restaurant in Panama City Beach following the ceremony.
The bride is a 1998 graduate of Chico High School. She attended Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls and will receive her bachelor’s degree from Florida State University. She is emplyed as a dental financial coordinator.
The groom is a 1997 graduate of General McLean High School in Edinboro. He is stationed at Tyndall Air Force Base.
After a honeymoon cruise to the Caribbean, the couple reside in Panama City, Fla.
Published Sunday, May 30, 2004

Durham - Sarah Lawson and Joshua Durham
Marriage vows to be exchanged Dec. 30, 2004
Sarah SueAnn Lawson of Decatur, daughter of Jack Lawson of Bowie and Becky Lawson of Decatur, will marry Joshua Bret Durham of Fort Worth, son of Steve and Tammy Durham of Fort Worth, on Dec. 30, 2004, at Decatur Cornerstone Baptist Church. Larry Cox of First Freewill Baptist in Bowie will officiate.
The bride-elect graduated from Decatur High School in 2000 and is completing a bachelor of arts degree in English at University of North Texas in Denton.
The prospective groom graduated from Liberty High School in 1998 and is employed by Fluor Corporation.
Published Sunday, November 21, 2004

Edge - Landon Smith and Tiffany Edge
Marriage vows to be exchanged July 24, 2004
Landon Coit Smith, son of Rick and Joyce Smith of Paradise, will marry Tiffany Renee Edge, daughter of Dennis and Cindy Edge of Pearland, on July 24, 2004, in Pearland.
The prospective groom is the grandson of Lou Etta Armstrong of Paradise and E. L. and Wilma Smith of Allen. He is a 1999 graduate of Paradise High School and a 2003 graduate of Texas A & M University. He is employed with Smith Oilfield Services in Bridgeport.
The bride-elect is a 1999 graduate of Pearland High School and a 2003 graduate of Texas A&M. She will begin teaching at Paradise Elementary School in the fall.
Published Sunday, June 27, 2004

Erickson - Mr. and Mrs. John Harlan Erickson
Marriage vows exchanged Oct. 16, 2004
Jennifer Lynn Ough of Decatur and John Harlan Erickson of Groton, Mass., were married Oct. 16, 2004, at the Dallas temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The bride is the daughter of Bradley and Paula Ough of Decatur.
The groom is the son of Kevin and Jeannie Erickson of Groton.
The maid of honor was Jessie Decker of Decatur and the best man was Davis Erickson of Groton, brother of the groom.
A reception was given by the parents of the couple at The Club at Runaway Bay.
The bride is a 2001 graduate of Decatur High School and is attending Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah.
The groom is a 2001 graduate of Groton-Dunstable High School and is also attending Brigham Young University in Provo.
The couple live in Provo.
Published Sunday, November 7, 2004

Espinosa - Elvia Araiza and Francisco Espinosa
Marriage vows to be exchanged Oct. 23, 2004
Elvia Lorena Araiza of Decatur, daughter of Leonor Araiza of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, will marry Francisco R. Espinoza of Bridgeport, son of Maria and Alberto C. Espinosa of Bridgeport, on Oct. 23, 2004, at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Decatur. Father Gilberto Pansza will officiate.
The bride-elect is a business administration major at the University of North Texas.
The prospective groom graduated from UNT with a bachelor of science in criminal justice and a master’s degree in public administration. He is a counselor for the Texas Youth Commission.
Published Sunday, October 10, 2004

Eurto - Carolyn Brandon and William Eurto Jr.
Marriage vows to be exchanged Oct. 23, 2004
Carolyn Brandon, daughter of Craig and Melissa Brandon, all of North Richland Hills, will marry William Eurto Jr. of Bedford, son of Jason and Delane Ausburn and Susan Eurto and the late William Eurto Sr., all of Fort Worth, on Oct. 23, 2004, in Fort Worth. Todd Shipley will officiate.
The bride-elect is a 2001 graduate of Richland High School and is employed as a medical assistant in Bedford. She is the granddaughter of George Ann Brandon and Carol and Kenneth Fleming of Benbrook.
The prospective groom is a 1992 graduate of Paschal High School and is a police officer and SWAT team member for the Bedford Police Department.
Published Sunday, October 17, 2004

Farley - Elisha Smith and Jason Farley
Marriage vows to be exchanged Dec. 3, 2004
Elisha Mae Smith of Keller, daughter of Randy Smith of Keeter and Bobbie Smith of Boyd, will marry Jason Daniel Farley of Southlake, son of Wayne and Retha Farley of North Richland Hills, Dec. 3, 2004, at the First United Methodist Church in Fort Worth. Dr. David Farmer will officiate.
The bride-elect attended Tyler Junior College, graduated from University of North Texas with a teaching degree, was duchess from Keller at the 1998 Tyler Rose Festival and is a kindergarten teacher for Primrose School.
The prospective groom attended Texas Wesleyan and Tyler Junior College and graduated from Tarrant County College. He is employed at Dynasonics.
Published Sunday, November 21, 2004

Farris - Lucy Emily Delano and Michael David Farris
Marriage vows to be exchanged July 23, 2004
Lucy Emily Delano of Decatur, daughter of Jerry and Jeannie Ray of Decatur, will marry Michael David Farris of White Settlement, son of David and Sandra Farris of White Settlement, on July 23, 2004, in Fort Worth.
Published Sunday, June 20, 2004

Farris (2)- Mr. and Mrs. Michael David Farris
Marriage vows exchanged July 23, 2004
Lucy Emily Delano of Decatur and Michael David Farris of White Settlement were married in a double-ring ceremony July 23, 2004, at the Tarrant County Courthouse.
The bride is the daughter of Jerry and Jeannie Ray of Decatur.
The groom is the son of David and Sandra Farris of White Settlement.
Bridesmaids were Emily Delano and Hannah Farris, daughters of the bride and groom.
Groomsmen were Tyler Delano and Ben Farris, sons of the bride and groom.
A reception hosted by the bride’s parents was held July 31 at the Boyd Community Center.
The bride is a 1992 graduate of Paradise High School. She is employed by Ryder Systems.
The groom is a 1989 graduate of Brewer High School. He is employed by Beall Concrete.
Following a honeymoon to Orlando, Fla., the couple reside in Decatur.
Published Sunday, August 8, 2004

Fogle - Mr. and Mrs. Michael Fogle
Marriage vows exchanged Oct. 19, 2003
Amy Michele Jackson and Michael Dwain Fogel, both of Decatur, exchanged wedding vows in a double-ring ceremony Oct. 19, 2003, at Paradise Cove Resort in Southlake.
Parents of the bride are David and Judy Jackson.
Mother of the groom is Datanna Fogle.
Grandparents of the couple are Mabel Jackson, Betty Dunlap and Barbara Stephen, all of Decatur.
The bride was escorted by her father.
Maid of honor was Jennifer Criscuolo and bridesmaid was Danielle Fiderlick.
Best man was Ryan Fiderlick and groomsman was Brandon Peyton.
Ring bearers were Zachary and Hunter Longoria, cousins of the bride.
Flower girl was Rebekah Ford, cousin of the bride.
The couple reside in Decatur.
Published Sunday, March 1, 2004

Foster - Tara Nicole Crockett and Bradley Cye Foster
Marriage vows to be exchanged Sept. 18, 2004
Tara Nicole Crockett of Ponder, daughter of Lloyd and Rhonda Burgess and David Crockett, all of Ponder, will marry Bradley Cye Foster of Rhome, son of Cye and Paula Foster of Rhome, on Sept. 18, 2004, in Southlake. Lonny Gray will officiate.
Published Sunday, September 5, 2004

Fowler - Sandra Hutsell and B.J. Fowler
Marriage vows to be exchanged May 1, 2004
Sandra Kay Hutsell of Grand Prairie, daughter of Dan and Kay Hutsell of Grand Prairie, will marry B. J. Fowler of Bowie, son of Neal and Maggie Fowler of Bowie and formerly of Alvord, on May 1, 2004, at Radiant Life Church in Grand Prairie.
Published Sunday, February 22, 2004

Fox - Mr. and Mrs. Mark Fox
Marriage vows exchanged April 15, 2004
Stephanie Ann Taylor of Bridgeport and Mark Allen Fox of Decatur were married April 15, 2004, at Bethel Baptist Church in Decatur. Charles Taylor officiated.
The bride is the daughter of Kim and George Struthers of Bridgeport and Eddie and Dawnna Taylor of Texarkana.
The groom is the son of Joyce and Earl Fox of Decatur.
Escorted by her grandfather, Joe Ball of Bridgeport, the bride wore a white wedding gown and carried red roses.
Her matron of honor was Rebecca Thedford of Bowie.
Flower girl was Keashia St. John, cousin of the bride and daughter of Monty and Kathy St. John of Bridgeport.
The ring bearer was Keaton St. John, cousin of the bride and son of Monty and Kathy St. John of Bridgeport.
The couple will live in Decatur.
Published Sunday, May 2, 2004

Fultz - Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fultz
Marriage vows exchanged May 22, 2004
Karen “Lynette” Self of Bowie and Robert Fultz of Decatur were married May 22, 2004, at the First Baptist Church of Decatur. Cecil Ray Fultz Jr., uncle of the groom, of Wichita Falls, officiated the double-ring ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Leroy and Karen Self of Bowie.
The groom is the son of Ralph and Judy Fultz of Decatur.
Escorted by her father, the bride wore a white strapless satin gown designed by Oleg Cassini with tulle overlay. The satin bodice was trimmed with Alencon lace, hand-sewn pearls and authentic crystals. The tulle ball-gown style skirt had matching Alencon lace appliqués that flowed to the finish of the lace trim surrounding the skirt and extended to the chapel-length train. The matching fingertip-length veil had a satin finish and was accented with pearls and crystals.
The bride carried a bouquet of periwinkle hydrangeas and white roses.
The matron of honor was Stephanie Morgan, cousin of the bride, of Mansfield, Ark. Bridesmatron was Suzann Berg of Decatur. The honor attendants wore periwinkle floor-length dresses and carried small bouquets of periwinkle hydrangeas and white roses.
The flower girl was Cheyenne Morgan, daughter of David and Stephanie Morgan of Mansfield, cousin of the bride. The ringbearer was R.J. Fultz, son of Ray Fultz and Dana Coker of Decatur, nephew of the bride.
Best man was Stephen Beck of Justin. Groomsman was Sonny Westerman of Savannah, Ga. Ushers were Rusty Berg of Decatur, Ray Fultz, brother of the goom, of Decatur and Brian Self, brother of the bride, of Bowie.
A reception was held at the church.
The bride is a 1998 graduate of Bowie High School.
The groom is a 1995 graduate of Decatur High School.
Following a honeymoon to Playa del Carmen, Mexico, the couple reside in Decatur.
Published Sunday, July 25, 2004

Fuqua - Floyd and Ruby Fuqua
Fiftieth wedding anniversary July 10, 2004
Floyd and Ruby Fuqua of Paradise will celebrate 50 years of marriage at a reception given by their children July 10, 2004, from 2 until 4 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Paradise.
Floyd Fuqua and the former Ruby Dunn were married July 10, 1954, in Decatur.
He is the retired postmaster in Paradise.
The couple have four children and four grandchildren.
Published Sunday, June 27, 2004

Gage, C.L. - C.L. and Patti Gage
Twenty-fifth wedding anniversary Oct. 1, 2004
C.L. and Patti Gage of Decatur celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary Sept. 24 at the Sokol Club in Fort Worth. The dinner and dance was hosted by their children and family. They were married Oct. 1, 1979, at the Tarrant County Courthouse in Fort Worth. They have lived in Decatur since 1981.
Published Sunday, October 10, 2004

Gage, John David - Mr. and Mrs. John David Gage
Marriage vows exchanged June 19, 2004
Alicia Ann Mitchell of Decatur and John David Gage of Gunter were married June 19, 2004, at the First Baptist Church of Decatur. The Revs. Jack Gatewood and John Rasberry, grandfather of the groom, officiated the double ring ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Myles and Lee Ann Mitchell of Decatur.
The groom is the son of David and Mary Gage of Gunter.
Escorted by her father, the bride wore a strapless gown with a satin bodice with lace overlay, embellished with Swarovski crystals and bugle beads. The gown had a cathedral-length train with cutwork embroidery. She also wore a rhinestone tiara with a cathedral-length veil edged with rhinestones.
She carried a bouquet of white and cream roses, hydrangea and stephenotis with pearl and gemstone centers hand-tied with a French braid of double-faced cream satin ribbon.
Maid of honor was Leah Mitchell, sister of the bride. Bridesmatrons were Lana Mitchell, sister-in-law of the bride, and Keelie Ferguson, sister of the groom. Bridesmaids were Jennifer Boland, Susan Summers, Kasey Pounds, Chelsey Dane, Misti Hubbard and Sarah Rock.
The honor attendants wore black satin skirts with cathedral-length trains and different tops. They carried bouquets of blue hydrangeas tied with a black double-faced satin ribbon in a French braid.
Flower girl was Delainey Gage, daughter of Laine and Brian Gage, cousin of the groom. Ringbearer was Lane Mitchell, son of Tina O’Brian and Drew Mitchell, nephew of the bride. Candlelighters were Zach Gage and Eric Gage, cousins of the groom.
Best man was David Gage of Gunter, father of the groom. Groomsmen were Justin Ferguson, brother-in-law of the groom, Alan Green, Greg Davis, Randy Miller, Hunter Sims, Clayton Bowen, Brett Arceneaux and Will Fritcher. Ushers were Patrick Chism, cousin of the bride, and Drew Mitchell and Ryan Mitchell, brothers of the bride, and Andrew Gage, cousin of the groom.
The guestbook attendants were Brandi Wicker and Jennifer Box. The Stradivarius String Trio of Dallas provided the music and soloists were Matt and Michelle Ellis of Abilene.
A reception was hosted by the bride’s parents at the Decatur Civic Center.
The bride is a 2004 graduate of Hardin-Simmons University and is employed by the Frisco Independent School District.
The groom is a 2004 graduate of Texas Tech University and is employed by Washington Mutual.
Following a honeymoon to Jamaica, the couple reside in Carrollton.
Published Sunday, August 1, 2004

Gage, John David (2) - Alicia Ann Mitchell and John David Gage
Marriage vows to be exchanged June 19, 2004
Alicia Ann Mitchell of Decatur, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Myles R. Mitchell of Decatur, will marry John David Gage of Gunter, son of Mr. and Mrs. David G. Gage of Gunter, on June 19, 2004, at the First Baptist Church in Decatur. The Revs. Jack Gatewood and John Rasberry, grandfather of the groom, will officiate.
The bride elect will graduate in May from Hardin Simmons University with a bachelor of science degree in behavioral science.
The prospective groom will graduate in May from Texas Tech University with a bachelor’s degree in finance. He is employed by Washington Mutual in Irving.
Published Sunday, March 7, 2004

Gage, Matthew Barton - Rebecca Scott and Matthew B. Gage
Marriage vows to be exchanged June 4, 2004
Rebecca Scott of Lexington, Ky., daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Tim Scott of Haines City, Fla., will marry Matthew B. Gage of Lexington, son of Larry and Kristin Gage of Decatur, on June 4, 2004, at Landmark Baptist Church in Haines City.
The bride-elect will graduate in May from Commonwealth Baptist College in Lexington with a degree in elementary education.
The prospective groom is a 2001 graduate of Immanuel Baptist Christian Academy. He is a student at Commonwealth Baptist College majoring in theology.
Published Sunday, May 16, 2004

Gage, Matthew Barton (2) - Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Barton Gage
Marriage vows exchanged June 4, 2004
Rebecca Diane Scott of Haines City, Fla. and Matthew Barton Gage of Decatur were married June 4, 2004, at Landmark Baptist Church in Haines City. Mickey Carter officiated the double ring ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Tim and Debbie Scott of Haines City.
The groom is the son of Larry and Kristin Gage. He is the grandson of Jimmy and Patricia Gage of Decatur and Dave and Linda Cochard of Union, Mo. He is the great-grandson of Aszelene Souther of Decatur and Flossie Halbert of Cleburne.
Escorted by her father, the bride wore a floor length with gown with a fitted bodice of satin overlaid with lace and sheer lace sleeves. She also wore a cathedral length train and her headpiece was a tiara with white tulle.
The bride carried a bouquet of blue and white roses.
The maid of honor was Kathy Schaefer of Haines City, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Kari Gage of Decatur, sister of the groom, Amy Richter of Missouri and Rachel Scott of Haines City, sister of the bride.
The honor attendants wore floor length navy skirts made of shantung satin with white satin blouses. They carried bouquets of blue and white flowers.
Flower girls were Heather Scott and Stephanie Scott, sisters of the bride of Haines City. Ringbearers were Austin Woods and Seth Woods of Buffalo, Mo., cousins of the groom. Candlelighter was David Scott of Haines City, brother of the bride.
Best man was Larry Gage of Decatur, father of the groom. Groomsmen were Daniel Robinson of Chico, Ryan Green of Lexington, Ky. and David Scott of Haines City, brother of the bride. Ushers were the groomsmen.
Soloists were Tim Scott and Karen Scott. Organist was Kristy Miller and pianist was Tim Miller, both of Lexington.
A reception was given by the bride’s parents at Landmark Baptist College Fellowship Hall.
The bride graduated from Commonwealth Baptist College with a bachelor of science degree in elementary education.
The groom is a 2001 graduate of Immanuel Baptist Academy and will graduate from Commonwealth Baptist College in May 2005 with a degree in theology. He is employed by Sears.
Following a honeymoon to the Smoky Mountains, the couple reside in Lexington, Ky.
Published Sunday, June 20, 2004

Gilmore - Allison Renee Spencer and Justin Scott Gilmore
Marriage vows to be exchanged June 12, 2004
Allison Renee Spencer of Arlington, daughter of Max and Susan Spencer of Arlington, will marry Justin Scott Gilmore of Arlington, son of Michael Gilmore of Las Vegas and Jonette Daggs of Arlington, June 12, 2004, at First United Methodist Church in Arlington.
A reception will follow at Rolling Hills Country Club.
The bride-elect is a May graduate of Texas Tech University, where she earned her degree in early childhood education. She was a vice president of standards for Kappa Delta sorority. She is the granddaughter of Naomi Prescott of Decatur.
The prospective groom is a 2003 graduate of Texas Tech University, where he earned his bachelor of science degree in architecture. He was past president of Phi Gamma Delta fraternity and a senator in the Student Government Association. He is the grandson of Nanette Parramore of Rockwall and Ruby Gilmore of Arlington. He is employed by Southwest Architects Inc. of Fort Worth.
Published Sunday, May 16, 2004

Gilmore (2) - Mr. and Mrs. Justin Scott Gilmore
Marriage vows exchanged June 12, 2004
Allison Renee Spencer of Arlington and Justin Scott Gilmore of Arlington were married June 12, 2004, at the First United Methodist Church of Arlington. The Rev. Chris Hayes officiated the double ring ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Max and Susan Spencer of Arlington and the granddaughter of Naomi Prescott of Decatur.
The groom is the son of Michael Gilmore of Las Vegas and Jonette Daggs of Arlington.
Escorted by her father, the bride wore a strapless Maggie Sottero wedding gown in white with an elbow-length veil. She carried a boquet of white, pink, lavender and red roses.
The maid of honor was Andrea Spencer of Arlington, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Andrea Gilmore of Arlington, sister of the groom, Shannon Grinnell of Lubbock, Amber Hunt of Arlington, Paige Peterson of Arlington and Michelle Williams of Dallas.
The bridesmaids wore strapless pink dresses with black ribbon tied at the waist and carried boquets of white, pink, lavender and red roses.
Flower girl was Macie McFarland of Frisco, cousin of the groom.
The best man was Chris Schurwon of Houston and groomsmen were John Chung of Chicago, Anthony Contreras of Dallas, Jeff Dietzman, Mark Spencer of Arlington, brother of the bride and Grant Wagner. Ushers were Chris and Chase Middleton, cousins of the bride.
Guestbook attendant was Alyssa Middleton, cousin of the bride, organist was John Williams, harpist was Jenny Glass and Flutist was Katie Glass, all of Arlington.
A reception was held by the parents of the bride at Rolling Hills Country Club in Arlington. Servers were Misty Jones, Melissa Perley, Staci Prescott, cousin of the bride, Kristen Poleski and Cary Zepernick. Michaela Gilmore, sister of the groom, passed out rose petals.
The bride graduated from Texas Tech University in 2004 with a bachelor of science degree in early childhood development. She was a member of the Kappa Delta sorortity. She is a first grade teacher at Beth Anderson Elementary in Arlington.
The groom graduated from Texas Tech University in 2003 with a bachelor of science degree in architecture. He was a member of Phi Gamma Delta fraternity. He is employed by Southwest Architects Inc. in Fort Worth.
Following a honeymoon trip to Ocho Rios Jamaica, the couple live in Mansfield.
Published Sunday, June 20, 2004

Goode - Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Shelton Goode
Marriage vows exchanged Jan. 3, 2004
Ashley Nichole Trafton of Amarillo and Joshua Shelton Goode of Boyd were married Saturday, Jan. 3, 2004, at Paramount Baptist Church in Amarillo. The Rev. Jerry Moore officiated.
The bride is the daughter of Rick and Brenda Trafton of Amarillo. She is the granddaughter of Betty Trafton of Amarillo.
The groom is the son of Gary and Brenda Goode of Boyd. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. James Goode of Colleyvile.
The bride wore an ivory dulciana satin gown designed by St. Patrick. The strapless gown had a fitted bodice, cropped waist and a slipper-length A-line skirt. A hand-beaded border of pearls, sequins and crystals accented with gold thread lined the bodice, waist and full-length train. Small pearls scattered over the gown matched her two-tier silk illusion veil with an organza border that was sprinkled with pearls.
The maid of honor was Sarah Myers of Roanoke, Va. Bridesmaids were Kari Nunn Wood of Lewisville and Nadia Kamar of Dallas. Junior bridesmaids were Shay McClean of Dallas and Meghan Price of Amarillo. Honorary bridesmaid was Sara Goode, sister of the groom, of Boyd.
Flower girls were Kennidi Craft of Amarillo and Jaci Spencer of Vernon. Ringbearer was Tyler Strother of Fort Worth.
The best man was David McMinn of Boyd. Groomsmen were Chance Chandler, cousin of the groom, of Benbrook, Ron Rodenburg and Alan Shettlesworth, both of Dallas, and Kyle Trafton, brother of the bride, of Amarillo.
Jason Mancino of Escondido, Calif., and Richard Harris of Dallas lighted candles in memory of deceased grandparents Ronald D. Trafton, Belva Blevins, B.G. Barton and Ray Lawrence Phillips. Colton Smith, cousin of the bride, of Lubbock, Paige Spencer of Vernon and Tyler and Emily Craft of Amarillo read scripture. The guestbook attendants were Micah Boyett of Syracuse, N.Y., and Dawn Webb Egan of West Wareham, Mass.
Music was provided by a string quartet. Billy Bob White sang “In This Very Room,” and Myra Vaughn and White sang “The Prayer.”
A reception was held at the Grand Plaza at the Amarillo Civic Center. Reception attendants were Cara Barton of Austin, Cayla Barton of Caldwell, Tarrah, Larrah and Sarrah Barton of Abilene, Brandie Barton of Lubbock, Bridgett Shelton of Tyler, Brooke Harris of Dallas, Braden Harris of Denton and Jessie Trafton of Amarillo, all cousins of the bride.
The bride is a graduate of Amarillo High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in fine arts in studio art from Southern Methodist University in Dallas.
The groom is a graduate of Boyd High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in fine arts from SMU. He is pursuing a master’s degree in fine arts from Boston University.
Following a honeymoon to Venice, Florence and Rome, Italy, the couple reside in Boston.
Published Sunday, January 18, 2004

Goodwyn - Jeff and Pam Goodwyn
Twenty-fifth wedding anniversary March 17, 2004
Jeff and Pam Goodwyn of Decatur celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary at the River Walk in San Antonio on Wednesday, March 17.
Jeff Goodwyn and the former Pam Wilson were married at the First Baptist Church in Decatur March 17, 1979.
Both are court reporters for Wise and Jack counties.
They have three children Jessica, 22, Whitney, 20, and Claire, 13.
Published Sunday, March 21, 2004

Gotcher - Jacqueline Clarese Hitzfeld and Craig Ryan Gotcher
Jacqueline Clarese Hitzfeld of Paradise, daughter of Rodney and Rhonda Hitzfeld of Paradise, will marry Craig Ryan Gotcher of Georgetown, son of Rusty and Cynthia Gotcher of Georgetown. A wedding date has not yet been set.
The bride elect attends the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor where she plays volleyball. She will graduate in December 2004 with a bachelor’s degree in psychology.
The prospective groom attends the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor where he plays baseball. He will graduate in May 2004 with a bachelor’s degree in business management.
Published Sunday, January 4, 2004

Goynes - Angela Marie Abner and William Kenneth Goynes
Marriage vows to be exchanged Aug. 21, 2004
Angela Marie Abner of Azle, daughter of Carolyn Abner of Azle and Jerry Abner of Briar, will marry William Kenneth Goynes of Bridgeport, son of Robert and Cindy Goynes of Bridgeport, on Aug. 21, 2004, at the First Baptist Church of Bridgeport.
The bride-elect is a graduate of Springtown High School and is employed by Wal-Mart in Decatur.
The groom is a graduate of Bridgeport High School and is employed by the Sunbeam Bread Company in Fort Worth.
Published Sunday, July 25, 2004

Goynes (2)- Mr. and Mrs. William Goynes
Marriage vows exchanged Aug. 21, 2004
Angela M. Abner and William K. Goynes were married Aug. 21, 2004, at the First Baptist Church in Bridgeport. Dr. Paul Sands officiated.
The bride is the daughter of Carolyn Abner of Azle and Jerry Abner of Briar and the granddaughter of Francis Boyer of Chillicothe, Ohio.
The groom is the son of Cindy and Robert Goynes of Bridgeport and the grandson of Marvin and Doris Sherman of Osage City, Kan. and Flora Goynes of Baton Rouge, La.
The bride wore a floor-length white slipper satin gown and a veil with flower sequins on top and bottom and carried a bouquet of light blue, lavender and white roses.
Matron of honor was Cristy Jones of Fort Worth. Jessica Collins of Azle was the bridesmaid. Both wore light blue chiffon dresses with spaghetti straps and a shawl.
Abigail S. Abner, daughter of the bride, of Bridgeport was the flower girl. She wore a light blue printed, sleeveless dress.
Best man was Jason Williams of Azle. Letty Foster of Decatur was a groomsman.
Ushers were Bobby Goynes, brother of the groom of Bridgeport and Tracy Markum of Azle.
Ring bearer was Kristopher Jones, son of Cristy and Brian Jones of Fort Worth.
Guestbook attendant was Mandi Fraker, cousin of the groom, of Lyndon, Kan.
A reception was held at First Baptist Church of Bridgeport.
The bride graduated from Springtown High School and works at Wal-Mart in Decatur.
The groom graduated from Bridgeport High School, earned an associate’s degree in applied science from Weatherford College and works for Sunbeam Bread Company in Fort Worth.
After a honeymoon to San Antonio, the couple live in Bridgeport.
Published Sunday, September 12, 2004

Green - Kristy Ann Tackel and Alan Cole Green
Marriage vows to be exchanged July 10, 2004
Kristy Ann Tackel of Bridgeport, daughter of Tish and Chris Tackel of Bridgeport and the granddaughter of Roy and Betty Tackel and Billie Horn, will marry Alan Cole Green of Bridgeport, son of Gary and Linda Green of Bridgeport and grandson of J.M. (Jeat) and Laverne Green and Lois Morrow, on July 10, 2004, at Sunset Shores in Bridgeport.
The bride-elect and prospective groom are students at Texas Tech University.
Published Sunday, May 9, 2004

Gregg - Tasha Gray and Bennett Gregg
Marriage vows to be exchanged Oct. 29, 2004
Tasha Nicole Gray of Decatur, daughter of Debbie and Troy Gregg and Tony Gray of Bridgeport, will marry Bennett James Gregg Jr. of Decatur, son of LeeAnn and Bennett Gregg of Bridgeport, on Oct. 29, 2004, at Alvord First Baptist Church. The Rev. Bill Cleveland will officiate.
The bride elect’s grandparents are Michael and Maria Vankirk of Graham and Gail and J.R. Pugh and Marvin Gray of Bridgeport.
The prospective groom’s grandparents are Toni and Jerry Gillin of Bridgeport, Jim Gregg of Hastings, Penn., and Sue and Jim Ebright of Lakeside, Calif. His great-great-grandmother is Neva Hough.
The bride-elect is a graduate of Bridgeport High School. She attends Weatherford College.
The prospective groom is a graduate of Bridgeport High School and is employed by the Adjutant General of the State of Texas.
Published Sunday, October 17, 2004

Grow - Crystil Trotter and James Grow
Marriage vows to be exchanged Jan. 24, 2004
Crystil Trotter of Bedford, daughter of Dwight and Robin Trotter of Paradise, will marry James Grow of Fort Worth, son of John and Gretchen Grow of Fort Worth, on Jan. 24, 2004, at the River of Life Church in Decatur.
The bride-elect is a 1996 graduate of Paradise High School and is employed by Haltom’s Jewelers.
The prospective groom is a 2000 graduate of the University of North Texas and is employed by the city of Fort Worth. He served in the U.S. Army for four years as a part of the 82nd Airborne Division.
Published Sunday, January 18, 2004

Grow (2)- Mr. and Mrs. James Leon Grow
Marriage vows exchanged Jan. 24, 2004
Emily Crystil Trotter of Bedford, daughter of Dwight and Robin Trotter of Paradise, married James Leon Grow of Fort Worth, son of John and Gretchen Grow of Fort Worth, on Jan. 24, 2004, at River of Life Church in Decatur. The Rev. Greg Mohr of River of Life officiated the double ring ceremony.
Escorted by her father, the bride carried fresh wine and champagne colored roses. She wore a triple layer, fingertip length pencil veil accented at the comb with two rows of pearl beading. Her white Michelangelo gown had a fitted, satin bodice with a halter V neckline. The gown laced in the back of the bodice. Sequins and floral lace accented the waistline, and the gown flared to the floor in a ballroom style skirt with multiple tiered layers of tulle. A wide skirt and train were also accented at the bottom with the same sequins and floral lace as the waistline.
The maids of honor were Jennifer Trotter, sister of the bride, of Bedford, Leslie Wolfe of Decatur, Stephanie Hughes of Round Rock, Michelle Ufkes of Burleson and Rachel Williams, sister of the bride, of Bossier City, La.
The bridesmaids wore sleeveless, wine-colored gowns with scoop necklines and fitted bodices that laced up the back. The bodices also had light boning and beadwork on the front. The gowns continued to the floor in a wine A-line crepe skirt. Bridesmaids also carried matching crepe shawls. They wore heeled, strappy sandals and carried bouquets of fresh champagne-colored roses.
Flower girl was Samantha Ufkes, daughter of Paul and Michelle Ufkes of Burleson.
Walter Glow, brother of the groom, of Fargo, N.D., was the best man. Groomsmen were Dean Wolpert of Fort Lauderdale, Paul Ufkes of Burleson, John Trotter, brother of the bride, of Paradise and David Williams, brother-in-law of the bride, of Bossier City.
Ushers and candlelighters were Kevin Stanley and Greg Jones, both of Fort Worth.
Guest book attendant was Rachel Grow, sister of the groom, of Fort Worth.
Parents of the bride gave a reception at River of Life Church.
Servers were Jammie Vaughn of Decatur, Deryl Newby of Paradise, Kathy Wallace, the bride’s aunt, of Paradise and Stuart Summers of Decatur.
The couple stayed at the Crescent Hotel in Dallas before traveling to Taos, N.M., for a week of skiing. Following their honeymoon, they live in Fort Worth.
The bride is a 1996 graduate of Paradise High School. She attended the University of Texas at Arlington for two years and plans to return in the spring of 2005. She works at Haltom’s Jewelers.
The groom is a 1986 graduate of Haltom City High School, served four years in the 82nd Airborne Division of the U.S. Army and is a 2000 graduate of the University of North Texas. He works for the city of Fort Worth.
Published Sunday, February 15, 2004

Hale - Venita Michelle Johnson and Stanley Joe Hale
Marriage vows to be exchanged May 21, 2005
Venita Michelle Johnson of Chickasha, Okla., daughter of Randell and Janet Johnson of Moore, Okla. and formerly of Decatur, and granddaughter of Kenneth and Merle Claborn of Decatur, will marry Stanley Joe Hale of Sterling, Okla., son of Jerry and Kyung Hale of Sterling, on May 21, 2005, at the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma alumni chapel in Chickasha.
The bride-elect will graduate from the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma in December with a bachelor of arts degree in sociology and a minor in liberal arts. She is a presidential leadership scholar, chair of the university’s volunteer action council and a member of the student activities board. She is employed by Manpower Staffing in Chickasha.
The prospective groom graduated from the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma with a bachelor of science degree in business administration and a minor in liberal arts. He was a presidential leadership scholar, as well as a member of Future Business Leaders of America and Phi Lambda Chi fraternity. He is employed by IBC Bank of Chickasha.
Published Sunday, November 7, 2004

Hardin - Mr. and Mrs. Kip Hardin
Marriage vows exchanged Dec. 17, 2004
Shayne Delise Joseph and Kip Hardin, both of Decatur, were married Dec. 17, 2004, in a double ring ceremony at St. Lucia.
The bride is the daughter of Denise Joseph of Decatur.
The groom is the son of Richard and Pam Hardin of Decatur.
Published Sunday, December 26, 2004

Henry - Sarah Annette Shewmake and Todd William Henry
Marriage vows to be exchanged May 1, 2004
Sarah Annette Shewmake of Dallas, daughter of Jim and Jean Ashton of Archer City and Dr. Roger and Rita Shewmake of Sioux Falls, S.D., will marry Todd William Henry of Dallas, son of Marvin and Theresa Henry of Archer City, on May 1, 2004, at the Wilshire Baptist Church in Dallas.
The bride-elect graduated from Texas Tech University in 1999 with a bachelor’s of science degree in biology and from Southwest Texas State University in 2002 with a master’s degree in physical therapy. She is employed by RehabWorks in Dallas and is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association.
The prospective groom graduated from Texas A&M Univeristy with a bachelor’s degree in environmental design in 2000. He is employed by Precept Builders in Dallas and is a member of QUOIN, the Dallas/Fort Worth chapter of the Association of General Contractors.
Published Sunday, February 1, 2004

Herring - Charles and Anna Herring
Fiftieth wedding anniversary Aug. 12, 2004
Charles and Anna Herring of Alvord will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a barbecue and reception hosted by their family Aug. 14.
Herring and the former Anna Taylor were married Aug. 12, 1954, in McAllen.
The couple has a daughter, Marian Gilliam and her husband, Kevin. They also have seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
The Herrings have lived in Alvord since 1981 and are the owners and managers of Charles Herring Appliance Service in Decatur. They are members of the Ascension & St. Mark’s Episcopal Church.
Published Sunday, August 15, 2004

Hines - Paula Carlene Nelson and Brent Jerome Hines
Marriage vows to be exchanged Oct. 9, 2004
Paula Carlene Nelson of Silverthorne, Colo., daughter of Willie Nelson and Connie Nelson of Austin, will marry Brent Jerome Hines of Silverthorne, son of Bob and Karen Hines of Bridgeport, on Oct. 9, 2004, in Austin.
The bride-elect is a graduate of Westlake High School. She is a recording artist and songwriter.
The prospective groom is a graduate of Chico High School and the Texas Culinary Academy in Austin with a degree in culinary arts. He is employed by Keystone Ranch Restaurant as a chef in Keystone, Colo.
Published Sunday, September 5, 2004

Holloway - Mr. and Mrs. Shawn Wesley Holloway
Marriage vows exchanged March 6, 2004
Stephanie Alexandria Pittman of Decatur and Shawn Wesley Holloway of Decatur were married March 6, 2004, at the First United Methodist Church of Humble. The Rev. Guy Williams of Bellville United Methodist Church officiated the double ring ceremony.
The bride is formerly of Kingwood and is the daughter of Steve and Judy Pittman of Kingwood.
The groom is formerly of Bellville and is the grandson of Billy and Jim Holloway of Bellville.
Escorted by her father, the bride wore a strapless white, A-line gown embellished with pearls. She carried a hand-tied bouquet of 30 red and yellow roses.
The matron of honor was Jennifer Watson, sister of the bride, of Kingwood. Bridesmatrons were Lindy Orozco of Brackettville and Laura Kirkham of Conroe. Bridesmaids were Stacey Shepherd of Conroe and Aubrey Juarez of Bridgeport.
The flower girl was Morgan Watkins, cousin of the bride and daughter of Charlie and Tammy Watkins of Shreveport, La. The ringbearer was Tyler Ramirez, nephew of the groom and son of Anthony and Michelle Ramirez of Pearland.
Candlelighters were Shelby Holloway, cousin of the groom, of Bellville and Jamie Lemieux of Decatur. Scripture readers were Stacie Petersen of New Orleans, La, and Keri Pritchard of Decatur.
Best man was Cody Sobieski of Katy. Groomsmen were Chad Holloway, brother of groom, of Bellville, Ryan Pfeffer of Bellville, James Abbate of Austin and Tye Holloway, cousin of groom, of Bellville.
Ushers were Anthony Ramirez, brother-in-law of the groom, of Pearland and John Watson, brother-in-law of the bride, of Kingwood.
Guest book attendant was Katie Watkins and the pianist was Sarah Carlisle, both cousins of the bride, of Shreveport.
A reception was given by the bride’s parents at the Heritage Center in Kingwood.
The bride graduated in 2000 from Texas A&M University with a bachelor of science degree in biomedical science. She earned a master of healthcare administration degree from Texas A&M in 2002. She is employed as Coordinator of the Wise Regional Health Foundation by Wise Regional Health System.
The groom graduated from the University of North Texas in 2002 with a bachelor of arts degree in sociology. He is employed by Techline Inc. in Fort Worth.
Following a honeymoon to New Orleans, the couple reside in Decatur.
Published Sunday, April 18, 2004

Hoots - Angela Lynn Williams and Adam Edward Hoots
Marriage vows to be exchanged Aug. 21, 2004
Angela Lynn Williams of Bridgeport, daughter of Ivette West of Clarksville, Tenn., will marry Adam Edward Hoots of Paradise, son of Tony and Peggy Hoots of Paradise, Aug. 21, 2004, at Bible Baptist Church in Bridgeport with Bill Higgins officiating.
The bride-elect will be given away by William and Monette Burris.
The bride-elect attended Bridgeport High School. The prospective groom attended Paradise High School and Navarro College. He is employed by First National Bank of Bridgeport.
The bride’s grandparents are Sonny and Bone Whitsitt of Bridgeport. The groom’s grandparents are Raymond and Billie Lester of Paradise and Beverly Hoots of Fulton.
Published Sunday, May 30, 2004

Hoover - Bob and Helen Hoover
Fiftieth wedding anniversary May 28, 2004
Bob and Helen Hoover of Alvord will celebrate their 50th wedding aniversary this week.
Bob Hoover and the former Helen Gunter were married May 28, 1954, in Fort Worth.
They have three children, Sherry Smith of Temple and Audrey Hoover and Annette Hestilow, both of Hurst. They also have five grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Bob is a general contractor, residential builder.
Helen works for Doctors Young and McGehee.
Published Sunday, May 23, 2004

Huddleston - Bill and Pam Huddleston
Twenty-fifth wedding anniversary March 3, 2004
Bill and Pam Huddleston of Decatur celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary March 3, 2004.
Huddleston and the former Pam Looney were married March 3, 1979, at the First Baptist Church of Boyd. They have two children, Chad Huddleston and Kimberly Huddleston, both of Decatur.
Bill is a parts salesman at Nichols Ford in Fort Worth. Pam works for Martin News Agency in Dallas.
The family celebrated with a dinner at Montana Restaurant in Weatherford, and the couple’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Troy Looney and Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Huddleston, all of Boyd, hosted a surprise party at the couple’s home on Wednesday, March 3.
Published Sunday, March 7, 2004

Hurmence - Britney Nicole Meador and Anthony Hurmence
Marriage vows to be exchanged May 16, 2004
Britney Nicole Meador of Corinth, daughter of Terry Meador of Corinth and granddaughter of James and Evelyn Meador of Decatur, Sherian Jones of Runaway Bay and Arvil Erwin of Fort Worth, will marry Anthony Hurmence of Lake Dallas on May 16, 2004, in Lake Dallas. Hartley Simmons will officiate. Hurmence is the son of John Hurmance of Lake Dallas.
The bride-elect and prospective groom are students at North Central Texas College in Denton.
Published Sunday, March 28, 2004

Hurmence (2)- Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Justin Hurmence
Marriage vows exchanged May 16, 2004
Britney Nicole Meador of Corinth and Anthony Justin Hurmence of Lake Dallas were married May 16, 2004, at the Grand Traditions Wedding Chapel in Corinth. Mike McDaniel officiated the double-ring ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Terri Meador of Corinth and the granddaughter of Arvil Erwin of Fort Worth, James and Evelyn Meador of Decatur and Sherian Jones of Runaway Bay.
The groom is the son of John Hurmence and the grandson of Wayne and Audrey Hurmence of Austin, Minn., and Virginia Larrabee of Webster, Wis.
Escorted by her mother, the bride wore a strapless floor-length gown that wrapped to the side. The bodice was encrusted with embroidery and beadwork with a ballgown skirt with embroidery and beadwork on an inlaid panel with a chapel-length train and buttons down the back.
The bride carried a mixed bouquet, with violets, lavender and purple tulips.
Maid of honor was Lisa Funderburg of Denton. Bridesmaid was Amber Hurmence of Wichita Falls, sister of the groom. Dresses were lavender-colored with scooped necks and beadwork at the top. The flowers were a mix of lavenders, purples and whites.
Best man was Phillip Wachlin of Lake Dallas. Groomsman was Charles Ray of Corinth.
Flower girl was Maci Meador, cousin of the bride and daughter of Tony and Brandi Meador of Decatur.
Ringbearer was Braiden Meador, cousin of the bride and son of Jeff and Stormie Meador of Decatur.
Ushers were Ricky Meador of Alvord, uncle of the bride, and Jeff Meador of Decatur, uncle of the bride.
Guest book attendant was Sierra Bishop of Conroe, cousin of the bride.
Sign-language interpreter was Ginger Hartsburg of Sanger.
The reception was held at the Grand Traditions reception hall and was given by the mother of the bride.
The bride is a 2002 Denton High School graduate and is attending North Central Texas College in Corinth.
The groom is a 2002 Lake Dallas High School graduate and is now attending Lincoln Technical Institute.
After a wedding trip to Cancun, the couple reside in Corinth.
Published Sunday, June 20, 2004

Jackson - Kelly Michelle Phillips and John Neil Jackson
Marriage vows to be exchanged Sept. 25, 2004
Kelly Michelle Phillips of Boyd, daughter of Alvie and Bonnie Phillips of Newark, will marry John Neil Jackson of Boyd, son of Don and Karen Jackson of Boyd, on Sept. 25, 2004, in Boyd.
The bride-elect is a 2001 graduate of Northwest High School and earned a master of arts from Remington College in Fort Worth.
The prospective groom is a 1998 graduate of Boyd High School and is employed by Don Jackson Construction Company.
Published Sunday, August 15, 2004

Jacobs - Mr. and Mrs. Steven Wayne Jacobs
Marriage vows exchanged May 19, 2004
Beverly Kay Watts and Steven Wayne Jacobs, both of Alvord, were married in a double ring ceremony on May 19, 2004, at the Justice of the Peace office in Decatur.
The bride is the daughter of Wayne and Jean Watts of Paradise. The groom is the son of Buck and Lorraine Jacobs of Tulsa, Okla.
The bride’s costume was western formal attire.
The groom is employed at Poco Graphite in Decatur.
The couple live in Alvord.
Published Sunday, May 23, 2004

Jaramillo - Mr. and Mrs. Antonio Clovis Jaramillo II
Marriage vows exchanged July 17, 2004
Tasha Nichole Michel and Antonio Clovis Jaramillo II, both of Newark, were married July 17, 2004, at Grace Baptist Church of Newark. Dan Williams officiated the double-ring ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Robert Michel and Corky Waggoner, both of Newark, and the granddaughter of John and Francis Michel of Waurika, Okla.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Antonio Clovis Jaramillo Sr. of Newark and the grandson of Sally Jaramillo of Fort Worth and Billie Roper of Boyd.
Escorted by her father, the bride wore a white floor length gown with an elbow-length veil and carried a bouquet of red and white roses.
The maid of honor was Linda Boyd of Keller.
Bridesmaids were Kimberly Davis of Newark and Chealsea Lamance of Boyd, cousins of the groom, and Rebecca Michel of Davis, Okla., cousin of the bride.
The bridesmaids wore red dresses and carried bouquets of red and white roses.
The flower girls were Payton Patterson, sister of the bride and Brittaney Croxton, niece of the groom, both of Newark.
The ring bearer was Devin Rosado, nephew of the groom, of Newark.
The best man was Nick Price of Haslet.
Groomsmen were Ryder Jaramillo of Newark, brother of the groom, and B.J. Davis of Boyd and Justin Davis of Newark.
Ushers were Yancy VanSchuyver of Newark, cousin of the groom, Bobby Rosado of Newark, brother-in-law of the groom.
Guestbook attendants were Jacob Michel of Davis, Okla., and Arron Wiley of Newark, cousins of the bride.
Bellboy was Dalton Waggoner of Newark, cousin of the bride.
Reception sponsors and servers were Mr. and Mrs. Jose Torres of Fort Worth, Mr. and Mrs. Carlos Pena of Granbury and Rose Mary Romera of Fort Worth, all aunts and uncles of the groom.
David Oster catered the reception. Nancy Jaramillo of New Mexico was an additional server.
The reception was held at Emanuel Reception Hall in Azle.
Sally Jaramillo designed and made the wedding cake and flowers for the groom, groomsmen, fathers, mothers and ushers. Nina Waggoner made the bouquets for the bride and bridesmaids.
Published Sunday, August 22, 2004

Johnson - Kristen Clement and Kevin Johnson
Marriage vows to be exchanged March 13, 2004
Kristen Leeann Clement of Plano, daughter of Judy Clement and Dickie Clement of Alvord, will marry Kevin Elliott Johnson of Dallas, son of Michael and Jana Johnson of Dallas, on March 13, 2004, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Dallas.
The bride-elect is a 1999 graduate of Alvord High School and a 2003 graduate of the University of Texas at Dallas. She is employed by Perot Investments in Plano.
The prospective groom is a 1998 graduate of Lutheran High School of Dallas and a student at the University of North Texas in Denton. He is employed by Whole Foods Market in Plano.
Published Sunday, January 18, 2004

Johnson (2)- Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Johnson
Marriage vows exchanged July 9, 2004
Danyelle DeArman of Alvord and Doyle Wayne Johnson of Bridgeport were married in a double-ring ceremony by Justice of the Peace Kay Swaim at her office in Alvord on July 9, 2004.
The bride is the daughter of Tommy P. DeArman of Alvord.
The bride was escorted by Amanda Frye of Alvord.
She is a 1998 graduate of Alvord High School.
The groom is a 1987 graduate of Alvord High School and employed by Poco Graphite.
The couple reside in Bridgeport.
Published Sunday, October 3, 2004

Jolley - Mr. and Mrs. Edward R. Jolley
Marriage vows exchanged Aug. 21, 2004
Cynthia M. DeVries and Maj. Edward R. Jolley, both of Westborough, Mass., were married Aug. 21, 2004, at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, N.Y.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bill King of Marlborough, Mass. The groom is the son of Ed and Ann Jolley of Decatur.
Robert Monroe of Highland Falls, N.Y., officiated the ceremony. A reception followed at Hotel Thayer at West Point.
The bride was given in marriage by her parents. Her daughter, Krisanne DeVries, was maid of honor and her son, Jon DeVries, was best man. Ring bearer was Brett Jolley, son of the bride and groom.
The bride is a 2004 graduate of Massachusetts School of Law. A member of the Massachusetts Bar, she is the sole practitioner of her law firm in Hudson, Mass. The groom is a 1985 graduate of Decatur High School and a 1989 graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. He earned a master’s degree from Worcester Polytechnic Institute and is a third year law student at New England School of Law. He plans to join his wife’s law firm after graduation. He is a major in the U.S. Army, Special Forces and is employed by Natick Labs as an engineer.
After a honeymoon in New York, the couple live in Hudson.
Published Sunday, October 10, 2004

Jones, Jason Brac - Mr. and Mrs. Jason Brac Jones
Marriage vows exchanged Oct. 4, 2003
Carley Dee Christian and Jason Brac Jones, both of Decatur, were married Oct. 4, 2003, at the A&M Gardens in Azle. David Dickerson officiated the double ring ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Greg and Jamye Christian of Decatur.
The groom is the son of Jimmy John and Sandy Jones of Decatur.
Escorted by her father, the bride wore a strapless satin gown with wrap detail, lace-up back and sweep-detailed train. Lace accents were beaded with Swarovski crystals. The headpiece was three layers with ribbon detail and an elbow-length veil with tiara.
The bride carried a cascade of cream vandella roses with wax flower and greenery as filler.
The maid of honor was Julie Christian of Decatur, sister-in-law of the bride. Bridesmaids were Kayla Morris of Decatur and Tiffney Boner of Decatur, cousin of the bride. The honor attendants wore Victorian lilac satin, princess-lined gowns with spaghetti straps, a wrap detail and sweep train. They carried cascades of cream vandella, jade green and lavender bluebird roses.
Flower girl was McKenna Flake, daughter of Kevin and Rachel Flake of Chico. Ringbearer was Tyler White, cousin of the bride and son of Scott and Amy White of Decatur.
The best man was Jimmy John Jones of Decatur, father of the groom. Groomsmen were Fred Jones of Bridgeport and Ross Jones of Decatur, cousins of the groom. Ushers were Cody Christian, brother of the bride, Colton White, cousin of the bride, Justin Morris, cousin of the bride, and Jason Bridgeman, all of Decatur.
The guestbook attendants were Shanda Jones of Decatur and Michelle Phillips of Chico.
A reception was given by the bride’s parents at A&M Gardens. Servers were Chelsey Christian, cousin of the bride, Rachel Gasperson, Tressa Potter and Nancy Little, all of Decatur.
A 2002 graduate of Decatur High School, the bride graduated from Weatherford College in 2003 as a pharmacy technician. She works at Curves for Women in Decatur. The groom is a 1997 Decatur High School graduate and works at Wise Electric Cooperative in Decatur.
Following a honeymoon at Big Cedar Lodge in Ridgedale, Mo., the couple reside in Decatur.
Published Sunday, January 26, 2004

Jones, Kyle Evan - Mr. and Mrs. Kyle Evan Jones
Marriage vows exchanged Dec. 13, 2003
Erica Dawn McCarter of Allen and Kyle Evan Jones of Denton were married Dec. 13, 2003, at The Church in Peaster. Tim Acree officiated the double ring ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Casey and Dawn McCarter of Springton and the granddaughter of Hallie McCarter of Springtown.
The groom is the son of Harold (Pete) and Pam Jones of Paradise. He is the grandson of Otis and Bobbie Adams of Saginaw.
Escorted by her father, the bride wore a strapless, white princess-cut dress with corset-style lacing in the back. The satin bodice was adorned with sequins and pearl beading and a toule skirt.
The bride carried a bouquet of white roses that were in full bloom with a touch of baby’s breath and ribbon.
The bridesmaid was Lauren Felts of Granbury.
The best man was Ryan Rustan of Denton. Ushers were Mike Phillips of Lubbock and Ben Phillips of Arlington.
The pianist was Josh Martin of Stephenville.
Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the church. Servers were Emily Jones of Paradise, sister of the groom, Macie Pence of Saginaw, cousin of the groom, and Rachel Acree of Peaster.
The bride is a 2001 graduate of Springtown High School. The groom graduated from Paradise High School in 2001. They are both pursuing degrees in fine arts at the University of North Texas in Denton.
Following a honeymoon in Colorado, the couple reside in Denton.
Published Sunday, January 26, 2004

Lambert - Stephanie Jean Herriage and Robert Paul Lambert
Marriage vows to be exchanged Sept. 25, 2004
Stephanie Jean Herriage of Boyd, daughter of Don and Rhonda Herriage of Boyd, will marry Robert Paul Lambert of Boyd, son of Jim and Sandy Lambert of Boyd, on Sept. 25, 2004, at the First Baptist Church of Boyd.
The bride-elect is a graduate of Boyd High School and is attending Ashworth College. She works at the National Bank of Texas.
The prospective groom is also a graduate of Boyd High School. He is employed by Jim Lambert Construction Inc.
Published Sunday, July 25, 2004

Laney - Kelly Williamson and Chris Laney
Marriage vows to be exchanged March 27, 2004
Kelly Williamson of Decatur, daughter of Frank and Karen Williamson of Greenwood, will marry Chris Laney of Decatur, son of Travis and Glenda Laney of Decatur, on March 27, 2004, at The Ranch in Chico. Jeff Strickland will officiate.
The bride elect is a graduate of South Grand Prairie High School and a member of Victory Family Church in Decatur.
A graduate of Lake Worth High School, the prospective groom is a self-employed rancher in Chico. He is also a member of Victory Family Church in Decatur.
Published Sunday, March 14, 2004

Laney (2)- Mr. and Mrs. Chris Laney
Marriage vows exchanged March 27, 2004
Kelly Williamson and Chris Laney, both of Decatur, were married March 27, 2004, at the Rocking H Ranch in Chico. Jeff Strickland, cousin of the groom, officiated the double-ring ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Frank and Karen Williamson of Greenwood.
The groom is the son of Travis and Glenda Laney of Decatur.
Escorted by her father, the bride wore a white beaded lace, trumpet dress with a pearl-beaded seam and fishtail train. She carried a spring mix bouquet of bluebonnets, orange snapdraggons, white veronica, wax flower, freesia and orange alstromeria.
The matron of honor was Kim Perryman of Lewisville, sister of the bride. The bridesmatrons were Carrie Odette of Irving, sister of the bride, and Stacie Farda of Irving, cousin of the bride. Flower girl was Madeline Smith, daughter of the bride. Honor attendants carried bouquets of seeded eucalyptus, tree fern and Ruscus.
Best man was James Bryant of Waxahachie. Groomsman were Chad Gilbreath of Haslet and Bruce Laney of Decatur, brother of the groom.
Ushers were Braiden Beck of Decatur, nephew of the groom, and Preston and Cole Odette of Irving, nephews of the bride. Ringbearer was Brody Beck, nephew of the groom, son of Alex and Caron Beck of Decatur.
A reception was given by the couple at the Rocking H Ranch. Servers were the bridesmatrons.
The bride is a 1994 graduate of South Grand Prairie High School and attended the University of Texas at Arlington from 1994 to 1997. She is employed with Dr. John Winder in Decatur. The groom is a 1991 graduate of Lake Worth High School and is a self-employed rancher.
The couple live in Decatur and plan a honeymoon trip to the Bahamas later this year.
Published Sunday, April 11, 2004

Leidel - Stephanie Richardson and John Leidel
Marriage vows to be exchanged Nov. 27, 2004
Stephanie Kay Richardson of Boyd, daughter of Mike and Debbie Richardson of Boyd, will marry John David Leidel of Denton, son of David and Gloria Leidel of Arlington, on November, 27, 2004, at the First Baptist Church of Boyd.
The bride-elect is a Boyd High School graduate, currently working toward an associate registered nursing degree at Weatherford College. She is employed by Wise Regional Health System in Decatur.
The prospective groom is a graduate of James W. Martin High School in Arlington and will complete a bachelor’s degree in computer science at the University of North Texas on May 8. He is employed by the university.
Published Sunday, April 25, 2004

Lewis - Johnny and Boots Lewis
Fifty-fourth wedding anniversary Jan. 28, 2004
Johnny and Boots Lewis of Decatur celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary Jan. 28.
Lewis and the former Boots Browning were married Jan. 28, 1950, in Amherstdale, W.Va.
Johnny Lewis retired from the U.S. Army after serving 27 years, then retired from the U.S. Postal Service. Boots Lewis was an active volunteer with the American Red Cross and their church. They enjoy traveling and spending time with their great-grandchildren.
They have two children, Leah Lewis and John L. Lewis of Decatur; two grandchildren, Jenny and Micahel Vess of Boyd and Leah Peel of Fort Worth and three great-grandchildren, Arianna and Peyton Vess of Boyd and Macie Peel of Fort Worth.
Published Sunday, February 1, 2004

Linder - Orbie Ray and Roberta Jean Linder
Fiftieth wedding anniversary Aug. 20, 2004
Orbie Ray and Roberta Jean Linder of Krum will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary at a party hosted by their children and grandchildren from 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday, August 15, at Krum Middle School. They were married Aug. 20, 1954, in Colorado City.
Orbie Ray Linder retired from the Navy. Roberta Jean Linder was the school nurse at Slidell.
They have two children, Les Linder of Decatur and Jana Giraud of Spring. They also have four grandchildren.
Published Sunday, August 8, 2004

Little - Michael Little and Jillian Fox
Marriage vows to be exchanged May 22, 2004
Jillian Fox, daughter of Marty and Karen Fox of Bowie, will marry Michael Little, son of Jim Bob Little and D’Ann Little of Decatur, on May 22 at 7 p.m.
The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mary Lambert and Shorty and Jo Fox, all of Decatur. She is employed by Smith Brothers Denton and is a college student.
The prospective groom is the grandson of Janice and Stanley Pitts and Dub Little and Maxine Little, all of Decatur. He works for Waggoner-Sauder Ranch in Decatur.
Published Sunday, April 25, 2004

Lunsford - Raymond Chesley and Melba Joyce Lunsford
Fiftieth wedding anniversary Nov. 6, 2004
Raymond Chesley and Melba Joyce Lunsford of Nocona will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary Nov. 6, 2004, at Lakeview Church of God in Iowa Park.
Raymond Lunsford and the former Melba Shelton were married Nov. 6, 1954, in Fort Worth.
They have five children, Franklin Lunsford of Lewisville and Michael Lunsford, Jerry Lunsford, Marian Lunsford and Donna Turney, all of Iowa Park.
They also have six grandchildren.
Raymond was in electrical supplies sales. He was born in Missouri, served in the Army in the Korean Conflict and has lived in Texas since the early 1950s.
Joyce was born and raised in Decatur and still has two sisters and their families here. She is a homemaker and worked in retail sales.
Published Sunday, November 7, 2004