WEDDING
Schwarz & Thomas
BY LAUREN ROUSE PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARY WINFORD, MARYWINFORDWEDDINGS.COM
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orthwood High School graduate Holly Thomas and her fiance Chris Schwarz
met at the beginning of 2021 and immediately hit it off. Their shared values, mutual attraction, a similar sense of humor, common interests and, most significantly, their faith all aligned, and the pair knew they’d found something special. Chris asked Holly to be his girlfriend after a trivia night at Ruckus Pizza in Apex. The couple went on several dates, solidifying their bond as they began attending Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral in Raleigh together, and soon fell in love. They got engaged in June 2022 during a trip to Wrightsville Beach with Chris’ family. Chris and Holly went for a walk on the beach, where Chris popped the big question, but the excitement didn’t end there. Upon their return to the beach condo, Holly was greeted with another heartwarming surprise – her own family was there to join in the celebration. Holly and Chris tied the knot May 20, 2023, at Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral. The reception was coordinated by Gilda McDaniel at The Fearrington Barn in Fearrington Village, a venue rich with sentimental value for the couple – Holly was raised nearby, and Chris has many fond childhood memories of dining at The Fearrington House with his family. Blushed Bridal of Siler City artfully handled the bride’s hair and makeup, while Chris’ older sister, Dana Catherine Schwarz, delivered a touching rendition of their first dance song, “Can’t Help Falling in Love” by Elvis Presley. The newlyweds currently live in Wake Forest. CM
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WINTER 2023-2024