Engagement
Reel and Kreilein
The engagement of Crystal Jane Reel and 2nd Lt. Casey Michael Kreilein is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Stephen and Jane Reel of Dayton, Tenn. Parents of the future bridegroom are Wayne and Rose Kreilein of Jasper, Ind. The wedding is planned for Saturday, July 6, at Chilhowee Campground. Miss Reel received a bachelor’s degree in business administration, summa cum laude, from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. The future bridegroom received a bachelor’s degree in business administration from UTC. He is an officer in the U.S. Army.
Engagement
Benson and Williams
The engagement of Amanda Nicole Benson and Tyler Cade Williams is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Harwell Benson of Houston. Parents of the future bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Cade Williams Jr. The wedding is planned for Saturday, June 1, at The Courtyard on St. James Place in Houston. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Josephine Theobald, the late Henning Theobald, Mary Nell Benson and the late Harry Benson. Miss Benson is a graduate of Cypress Creek High School. She received a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering from Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas, where she was a member of Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority. She is a procurement associate with Exxon Mobil in Houston. The future bridegroom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Edd Volney Harper and the late Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Cade Williams. Mr. Williams is a graduate of Soddy-Daisy High School. He received a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, where he was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity. He is a procurement associate with Exxon Mobil in Houston.
Wedding
Dann and Ogden
Lt. Mary Katherine Dann, became the bride of Capt. Wesley Robert Ogden in a ceremony on Saturday, April 20, at Church of the Good Shepherd on Lookout Mountain. The Rev. Robert Carter Paden and the Rev. Christopher S. Fronk, performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lawrence Dann. Parents of the bridegroom are Mary Corrigan Ogden and William Wesley Ogden Jr. of Houston, Texas. Amy Katherine Vetter was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Mary Katherine Brock, Jennifer Lynn Cole, Laura Cameron Graeber, Julia Anne Loveless, Susan Ellen Mogck, Kelly Corrigan Ogden, Shelia Corrigan, Lt. Caroline Maria Seider and Taylor Elaine Tucker. Evelyn Marie Edwards was the flower girl Capt. Stephen Ray Gilley, served as best man. Groomsmen were Lt. Robert David Archer, Capt. Michael Charles Bell, Capt. John Ashton Boykin, Lt. William Eugene Dann, Jonathan Andrew Dann, Robert James Dann, Capt. Peter James Dorn, Lt. Andrew James Edwards and Capt. Daniel Scott Vanes. A reception was held at Fairyland Club on Lookout Mountain. After a wedding trip to St. Barts Island, the couple resides in Pensacola, Fla.
Engagement
Thomas and Cofer
The engagement of Felicia Alexis Thomas and Robert Joseph Cofer is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Detha Yoder and James Thomas. Parents of the future bridegroom are Dub and Jill Cofer of Ringgold, Ga. The wedding is planned for Saturday, June 8, at New Haven Baptist Church, where both are members. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Bill and Joyce Broom of Ringgold, Ga. Miss Thomas received a nursing degree from Chattanooga State Community College. She is an LPN. The future bridegroom is the grandson of Ralph White of Ringgold, and Carolyn Cofer. Mr. Cofer is enrolled at IBEW apprenticeship school for electricians. He is employed as an electrical apprentice.
Engagement
Smith and McGee
The engagement of Lori Marie Smith and Seth Alan McGee is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Sandra and Steve Watkins and Toby and Edwina Smith. Parents of the future bridegroom are Mark and Doris McGee. The wedding is planned for Friday, May 31, at The Car Barn. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Gene and Juanita Kelly of Fort Oglethorpe. Miss Smith attends Cleveland State Community College. She is an emergency medical technician, and is a member of Silverdale Baptist Church. Mr. McGee is a chemical operator at Fujifilm Hunt Chemicals in Dayton, Tenn., and is a member of Silverdale Baptist Church.
Engagement
Ellison and Moore
The engagement of Kimberly Denise Ellison and Lydell Lebron Moore is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Rhonda and Maurice Woodruff and Gerry Ellison. Parents of the future bridegroom are Harold and Brenda Taylor and Lydell Lovelace. The wedding is planned for Saturday, Sept. 28, at New United Missionary Baptist Church, where the bride-elect is a member. The future bride is the granddaughter of the late John and Daisy Boyer and the late Eula Ellison. Miss Ellison is a graduate of Brainerd High School. She received a bachelor’s degree from East Tennessee State University. She is employed as a mental health tech. The future bridegroom is the grandson of the late Charlie and Pauline Moore and Lydell and Louise Lovelace. Mr. Moore is a graduate of Brainerd High School. He is employed as an automotive assembly inspector, and is a member of Masjid Muhammad.
Wedding
Hannah and Saieed
Alicia Hannah became the bride of Samuel Ray Saieed in a ceremony on Saturday, April 27, at Inlet Beach, Fla. Dr. Hunter Hughes performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Michael and Freeda Hannah of Arlington, Tenn. Parents of the bridegroom are Daniel and Karen Saieed. Audrey Cross Keown and Pamela Malinowski Wilson served as maids of honor. Bridesmaids were Holly Yackey, sister of the bride, Madison Ralston and Morgan Horner. Constance Yackey was the flower girl. Groomsmen were Paul Archambault, Barry Lewis, Brian Geppi, Blake Waddell and Avery Washburn. Christopher Hannah was the junior groomsman and Coleton Yackey was ringbearer. A reception was held at Anna’s Veranda in Santa Rosa Beach, Fla., where the couple honeymooned. The couple resides in this city.
Engagement
Chandler and Chapin
The engagement of Leslie Vassey Chandler and William L. Chapin is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Peggy Vassey and the late Royal Benjamin Vassey. Parents of the future bridegroom are Doris Chapin of Lynchburg, Va., and the late Marshall Chapin. The wedding is planned for Sunday, June 9, at Wintergreen Resort in Wintergreen, Va. The bride-elect is a counseling psychologist at Girls Preparatory School, and is a member of St. Jude Catholic Church. Mr. Chapin is owner of Dominion Box Co. in Dayton, Tenn.
Engagement
Mills and Brown
The engagement of Heather Lynette Mills and Anthony Patrick Brown is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Shirley Mills and Robert Mills. Parents of the future bridegroom are Patrick and Kimberly Brown of Fremont, Mich. The wedding is planned for Saturday, June 8, at Castleton Farms in Loudon, Tenn. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Robert and Betty Mills of Knoxville, Annette Escue of Portland, Tenn., and the late Dorothy and Henry Escue. Miss Mills is a graduate of Collegedale Academy. She received a bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. She is employed as a project manager for ARS Advertising. The future bridegroom is the grandson of Leona Ruth Walch of Michigan and the late Austin “Tony” Brown and the late Dorothy Brown. Mr. Brown is a graduate of Fremont High School. He received a bachelor’s degree in international business from Johnson and Wales University. He is the southeastern regional sales manager for Mighty Lube and OPCO.
Engagement
Au and Howard
The engagement of Jasmine Lorraine Au and Tyler Joseph Howard is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry “Brownie” Au Jr. Parents of the future bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Howard of Knoxville. The wedding is planned for Friday, July 5, at the Reserve at Bluebird Hill in Lenoir City, Tenn. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Berniece W. Pack of Cleveland, Tenn., the late John H. Pack, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Harry Au Sr. Miss Au received a bachelor’s degree in marketing and international business, summa cum laude, from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. She is marketing coordinator for Scripps Networks Interactive. The future bridegroom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. R.C. Baker, and Dr. and Mrs. Robert Howard of Knoxville. Mr. Howard received a bachelor’s degree in economics, international business and mathematics, magna cum laude, from UTK. He will begin doctoral studies in economics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in August.
Engagement
Swiney and Nunnally
The engagement of Sarah Elizabeth Swiney and Joshua Ryan Nunnally is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Scott and Deanna Swiney. Parents of the future bridegroom are Bruce and Lee Nunnally of Knoxville. The wedding is planned for Saturday, June 22, at The Episcopal Church of the Ascension, where both are members. Miss Swiney received a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. Mr. Nunnally received a bachelor’s degree in history from UTK.
Wedding
Galphin and Siegel
Kathryn Beatrice Galphin became the bride of Robert William Siegel III in a ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, at St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church on Signal Mountain. The Rev. Lillian Galphin and the Rev. John Dukes performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Claude Mabry Galphin. Parents of the bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. Robert William Siegel Jr. of Grand Rapids, Mich. Mary Frances Galphin and Sarah Mabry Galphin, twin sisters of the bride, were maids of honor. Bridesmaids were Katherine Siegel, Kelsey Davidson, Polly Martin, Megan McCord and Carter Woodring. Readers were Robert William Siegel Jr., Emily Apple and Madelyn Henderson. Christopher Meyer served as best man. Groomsmen were Daniel Burger, Kevin Chronowski, Matthew Jalbert, Dr. John McMahon, Brandon Sprotte, Darren Waclawski and Jonathan Zuidema. Ushers were Kyle Hanson and Paul Byrne. A reception was held at Lindsay Street Hall. The couple took a wedding trip to St. Lucia. They reside in Indianapolis.
Engagement
Mills and Brown
The engagement of Heather Lynette Mills and Anthony Patrick Brown is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Shirley Mills and Robert Mills. Parents of the future bridegroom are Patrick and Kimberly Brown of Fremont, Mich. The wedding is planned for Saturday, June 8, at Castleton Farms in Loudon, Tenn. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Robert and Betty Mills of Knoxville, Annette Escue of Portland, Tenn., and the late Dorothy and Henry Escue. Miss Mills is a graduate of Collegedale Academy. She received a bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. She is employed as a project manager for ARS Advertising. The future bridegroom is the grandson of Leona Ruth Walch of Michigan and the late Austin and Dorothy Brown. Mr. Brown is a graduate of Fremont High School. He received a bachelor’s degree in international business from Johnson and Wales University. He is the southeastern regional sales manager for Mighty Lube and OPCO.
Wedding
Siccama and Rhodes
Selina Nicole Siccama became the bride of Robert Allen Rhodes in a ceremony on Saturday, May 11, at Dove Canyon Courtyard in Dove Canyon, Calif. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jessey Siccama of Whitier, Calif. The bridegroom is the son of Cassandra Godbold. The bride graduated from LaSerna High School and is studying nursing at Cypress College in California. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Monugian of Whitier. The bridegroom is the grandson of Bob Mabe. He is a graduate of Hixson High School and is serving in the U.S. Navy. A local reception will be held on Saturday, June 1, at the home of Larry and Cassandra Godbold in Hixson.
Engagement
Conner and Stephens
The engagement of Elizabeth Kennedy Conner and Jesse Ray Stephens is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Kennedy Conner. Parents of the future bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. Donald Stephens of Rocheport, Mo. The wedding is planned for Saturday, June 1, at Signal Mountain Presbyterian Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Dilkes Conner and the late Mr. and Mrs. John Parker Garrison. Miss Conner is a graduate of Baylor School. She received a bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia, where she was a member of Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority. She is an assistant professor and news editor at the Missouri School of Journalism. She attends Little Bonne Femme Baptist Church. The future bridegroom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Sapp and the late Mr. and Mrs. William Stephens. Mr. Stephens is a graduate of Rock Bridge High School. He received a bachelor’s degree in engineering from the University of Missouri-Columbia. He is a civil engineer at Crockett Engineering in Columbia and is a member of Little Bonne Femme Baptist Church.
