Engagement
McLaren and Taylor
The engagement of Kathleen Marie McLaren and Jeremiah R. Taylor is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Thomas McLaren. Parents of the future bridegroom are Tony Taylor and Kim Cummings Warden, both of Nashville. The wedding is planned for Saturday, June 2, at The Chattanoogan. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Thomas M. McLaren and Dorothy R. McLaren. Miss McLaren is a MAC cosmetic consultant. The future bridegroom is the grandson of Katherine Taylor, Sonja Cummings and Francis Cummings. Mr. Taylor received a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Middle Tennessee State University. He is self-employed.
Engagement
Lowe and Eby
The engagement of Haley Lauren Lowe and Christopher Patrick Eby is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Steven R. and Maureen Warren Lowe of Flintstone, Ga. Parents of the future bridegroom are Dr. Richard Eby and Dr. Cynthia Eby. The wedding is planned for Saturday, June 9, at St. Elmo United Methodist Church, where the bride-elect is a member. The future bride is the granddaughter of Raymond Warren and Gail Warren. Miss Lowe is a graduate of Chattanooga Christian School. She received a bachelor’s degree in mass communication from Georgia College and State University, where she was president of Lambda Pi Eta honor society. Mr. Eby is a graduate of McCallie School. He received a bachelor’s degree in history and philosophy from Georgia College and State University, where he was president and founder of the college chapter of Amnesty International. He will begin law school this fall at the University of Chicago.
Engagement
Johnson and Byous
The engagement of Cassidy LeeAnn Johnson and Travis Wayne Byous is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of DeWayne and Tina Johnson. Parents of the future bridegroom are Dennis and Susan Byous. The wedding is planned for Saturday, Sept. 22, at Island Cove Marina. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Dorothy and Jim Saul, the late Sammy Clay and the late Frances and Ronald Johnson. Miss Johnson is a graduate of Soddy-Daisy High School, She received a bachelor’s degree in education from Middle Tennessee State University. The future bridegroom is the grandson of Peggy Byous, the late Claude Byous Jr. and the late Nick and Mary Georgevich. Mr. Byous is a graduate of Hamilton Heights Christian Academy. He received a bachelor’s degree in exercise science from MTSU. He is a conditioning specialist at Volkswagen of Chattanooga.
Engagement
Tidmore and Griffin
The engagement of Nicole Tidmore and Jeff Griffin is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Alvin and Regina Bordelon of Gordo, Ala., and Robert and Sherry Tidmore of Cedar Bluff, Ala. Parents of the future bridegroom are Richard and Mary Griffin of Fayette, Ala. The wedding is planned for Saturday, June 2, at Chickamauga Presbyterian Church in Chickamauga, Ga. Miss Tidmore is a news producer at WRCB Channel 3, and is a member of The Orchard Church. Mr. Griffin is a department manager at Lowe’s, and is a member of The Orchard Church.
Wedding
Lindsey and Adkins
Jill Ariel Lindsey became the bride of Brandon Seth Adkins in a ceremony on Thursday, Dec. 29, at Friendship Central Community Church. Bishop Sean F. Teal Sr. performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Drucilla A. Lindsey and Terry L. Lindsey of Lewisburg, Tenn. The bridegroom is the son of Martha G. Adkins. Felecia Monique Kirkwood and Tenicha Washington were maids of honor. Emelie Martin and Shaunte’ Hunter were bridesmaids. Aria Janae Bess and Shayla Smith were flower girls. Bobby Goines served as best man. Groomsmen were Adrain Jenkins, Justin Truss and Lamar Jones. Dennzell Marshall was ring bearer. A reception was held at The Mill. The couple took a wedding trip to Jamaica. They reside in this city.
Engagement
Kee and Mikell
The engagement of Kelley Elizabeth Kee and Robert Felton Mikell is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Kee. Parents of the future bridegroom are Judge and Mrs. Gary Mikell of Statesboro, Ga. The wedding is planned for Saturday, June 2, at St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, where the bride-elect is a member. The future bride is the granddaughter of Juanita Kee, the late Hayes Kee, Dorothy Warren and the late Robert Warren, all of Nashville. Miss Kee received a bachelor’s degree in theater and elementary education and a master’s degree in elementary education from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. She is a teacher at St. Jude Catholic School. The future bridegroom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Felton Mikell and Mr and Mrs. C.J. Kim. Mr. Mikell received a bachelor’s degree in history from Georgia Southern University and a juris doctorate from the University of Georgia School of Law. He is an attorney and a member of Pittman Park United Methodist Church in Statesboro.
Engagement
Galloway and Henry
The engagement of Crystal Dai Galloway and Daniel Stephen Henry is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hoyt Lance of Ringgold, Ga. Parents of the future bridegroom are Janet Henry and Mike Henry of Atlanta. The wedding is planned for Saturday, June 2, at The Grandview on Lookout Mountain. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Franklin and Roberta Jean Lewis, Sue Galloway and the late Harold Galloway. Miss Galloway received a master’s degree in information technology from American InterContinental University. She is a web developer at 7Weight. The future bridegroom is the grandson of the late S. Rita and Mathias Thielman, Sylvia Henry and the late Joseph Henry. Mr. Henry received a degree in photographic design from the University of Georgia. He is a photojournalist for the Chattanooga Times Free Press.
Engagement
Brown and Brooks
The engagement of Louise Lavens Brown and Michael David Brooks Jr. is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William G. Brown Jr. Parents of the future bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. Michael David Brooks. The wedding is planned for Saturday, Oct. 27. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Cmdr. and Mrs. Richard P. Sullivan of Norfolk, Va., and Mr. and Mrs. William G. Brown. Miss Brown is a graduate of Girls Preparatory School. She received a bachelor’s degree in interior design from the University of Georgia, where she was a member of Chi Omega Sorority. She is an interior designer and a member of Our Lady of the Mount Catholic Church. The future bridegroom is the grandson of the Rev. Dr. and Mrs. Harry Martin Lawrence, Dillis Charles Brooks and the late Charlene Buchanan Brooks. Mr. Brooks is a graduate of St. Andrews-Sewanee School. He received a bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. He is a marine surveyor and a member of Christ Church Episcopal.
Engagement
Conn and Hale
The engagement of Laura Lisabeth Conn and Matthew Daniel Nathan Hale is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Eric Conn. Parents of the future bridegroom are Mr. and Mrs. Michael Hale of Folkeston, England. The wedding is planned for Saturday, May 26, at Grace Episcopal Church. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Dr. Hadley and Betty Jean Conn and the late Edward and Patti McKinley. Miss Conn received a bachelor’s degree in history from Duke University, a master’s degree in social work from the University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy and Practice, and a juris doctorate from the University of Pennsylvania Law School. She is an attorney in Washington, D.C. The future bridegroom is the grandson of the late Howard and Elizabeth Hale and the late Daniel and Brenda Crawley. Mr. Hale received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wales at Aberystwyth, and a master’s degree from Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies. He is a human rights advocate.
Engagement
Dailey and Coffman
The engagement of Tiffany Suzanne Dailey and Markus John Coffman is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Doug Dailey and Patti Henderson. Parents of the future bridegroom are Darrell and Cathy Coffman. The wedding is planned for Friday, June 1, at Tennessee RiverPlace. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Barbara Miller. Miss Dailey received a bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and a master’s degree in nursing from Southern University. She is a family nurse practitioner Mr. Coffman attended Chattanooga State Community College. He is a member of Bethel Baptist Church and is a Chattanooga firefighter-EMT.
Engagement
Mitchell and Hughes
The engagement of Samantha Lea Mitchell and Micah Seth Lee Hughes is announced today. The future bride is daughter of Eston Hal and Lisa B. Mitchell Jr. Parents of the future bridegroom are Ronald Lee and Judy B. Hughes. The wedding is planned for Saturday, June 9, in Alumni Chapel at Baylor School. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Lee E. Boydston, the late Jewell G. Boydston, Jeananne B. Mitchell and the late Eston Hal Mitchell. Miss Mitchell attended Miller-Mott Technical College. She is a special - needs educational assistant at Snowhill Elementary School. The future bridegroom is the grandson of Nola P. Beavers, the late Rev. Warren G. Beavers, Geraldine P. Hughes of Montgomery, Ala., and the late Claude Lee Hughes. Mr. Hughes is pursuing a degree in education at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. He is a member of Soddy Church of God, is a personal trainer at The Rush and an assistant football coach at Baylor School.
Wedding
Garner and Cothren
Lauren Ashlee Garner became the bride of Christopher Lee Cothren in a ceremony on Saturday, March 31, at the Chattanooga Chapel. The Rev. Rocky Bradford performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Brian and Tami Porter of Ringgold, Ga., and Jerry Garner of Rossville, Ga. Parents of the bridegroom are Danny and Julie Cothren of Rock Spring, Ga. The bride was given in marriage by her father. Aimee Garner was maid of honor. Tabi Cothren, Kodi Phillips, Beth Harris and Reagan Wampler were bridesmaids. Bella Duncan was the flower girl. Jared Deberry served as best man. Groomsmen were Matt Vaugn, Kyle Taylor, Josh Duncan and Seth Garner. Bradley Bee was ring bearer. A reception was held at the Chapel. After a Caribbean cruise, the couple resides in Ringgold.
Engagement
Whaley and Kitts
The engagement of Reagan Elizabeth Whaley and Eric Michael Kitts is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Michael David Whaley and Lisa Hicks Whaley. Parents of the future bridegroom are Greg and Missy Kitts of Blaine, Tenn. The wedding is planned for Saturday, May 26, at Whitestone Inn in Kingston, Tenn. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Faye Whaley, the late Donald Whaley and the late Marjorie and Freed Hicks. Miss Whaley received a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Carson Newman College. She is pursuing a master’s degree in the nurse practitioner program at Carson Newman. She is a registered nurse at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville and is a member of Lea Springs Baptist Church in Blaine. The future bridegroom is the grandson of Lois and Bill Kitts, Larry Davis and Judy Davis. Mr. Kitts received a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Lincoln Memorial University. He is productivity manager for Red Rock Sonic in Knoxville and is a member of Lea Springs Baptist Church.
Engagement
Tolbert and Nelson
The engagement of Julie Anna Tolbert and Bradley Ray Nelson is announced today. The future bride is the daughter of Tim and Darline McGinnis and David Tolbert of New Castle, Colo. Parents of the future bridegroom are Mike and Monica Ogan of Grinnell, Iowa, and the late Raymond Dale Nelson. The wedding is planned for Saturday, June 16, in Colorado Springs, Colo. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Jim and Nancy Crane, Olavene McGinnis and the late William C. “Buck” Tolbert. Miss Tolbert is a graduate of Hixson High School and Pikes Peak Community College in Colorado Springs. She is a floral designer. The future bridegroom is the grandson of Velma Nelson of Searsboro, Iowa, the late Edwin D. Nelson, the late Melvin and Evelyn Storbeck and Lois Ogan of Grinnell. Mr. Nelson is a graduate of Grinnell High School. He received a degree in business management from DeVry University. He is a branch manager for Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
Wedding
Lowy and Burkhart
Samantha Alexander Lowy became the bride of John Taylor Burkhart in a ceremony on Saturday, April 21, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. The Rev. Dan Harlan performed the ceremony The bride is the daughter of Sam and Pamela Lowy and Steve and Clare Markway of Clarksville, Tenn. Parents of the bridegroom are Alvin and Dee Burkhart. A reception was held at Mon Ami Gabi Restaurant in Las Vegas. The couple resides in Knoxville.
