PANORAMA
THE ITEM
WEDDINGS
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2013
ENGAGEMENTS
Nelson-Thompson Niyonnah Y. Nelson and Quenbodice, a side crystal-accented ton L. Thompson were united in satin bow, a dropped waist, and a marriage at 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. beaded lace applique tulle skirt 21, 2013, at Patriot Hall in Sumter. that trailed to a semi-cathedral The bride is the daughter of length train. She carried a bouquet George E. and Karen Nelson of of peonies, hydrangeas, garden Sumter, and the granddaughter of roses, ranunculus and orchids with the late Mrs. Mary Swinton Jackson a photo charm of her deceased of Sumter, Douggrandmother. las Jackson of Ms. Shakeeya Scottsburg, Va., White Sorrells served and Mrs. Rebecas maid of honor, ca Washington with Mrs. Cor Deija Nelson and the Nelson Horne as malate George Neltron of honor. Mrs. son Jr. of Sumter. Chiquita Hill SteShe graduated phens served as from Sumter bridesmaid with Cori High School and Denaye Horne as Central Carolina flower girl. Technical ColTelvin T.J. Jackson lege. She is emserved as best man. ployed as a CLA Groomsmen were by MUSC PhysiHollis Hardwick Jr., cians. Jamaal R. Nelson and The brideJames D. Sinkler. groom is the son Kevin R. Sinkler of Ms. Rogie Bell MRS. QUENTON THOMPSON served as usher with Thompson of Bryson Malik Nelson Clewiston, Fla., as ring bearer. and Emeril Eugene Jackson of PaAlso participating were Ms. hokee, Fla., and the grandson of Shante N. Jackson, Ms. Brookie D. the late Ms. Daisy Bell Davis and Nelson, Ms. Danielle D. Jackson, the late Roger Thompson, both of Ms. Kirtisha Jackson and Ms. FloBell Glade, Fla. He is employed as a landa M. Boyd. security officer by Securitas SecuriThe reception was given by the ty Inc. bride’s parents at Patriot Hall in The Rev. Eric W. Jackson officiat- Sumter. ed at the ceremony. The rehearsal party was given by Music was provided by Geraluncles and aunts of the bride at 903 dine Richardson, soloist; Daniel Twin Lakes Drive in Sumter. Blackwell, saxaphonist; and Derek Following a wedding trip to Spann, keyboardist. Gatlinburg, Tenn., the couple will Escorted by her father, the bride reside in Charleston. wore an ivory strapless ballgown by ••• Casablanca Bridal Collection feaThe couple is registered at Maturing a sweetheart neckline, cryscy’s, www.macys.com; Belk, www. tals and beadwork adorning the belk.com; and Target, www.target.
Adams-Gainous LEXINGTON — Jade Lee Ann Adams, officiated at the ceremony. Adams of Chapin and Blake Frederick Escorted by her father, the bride Gainous of Sumter were united in wore an ivory lace, strapless Enzoani marriage at 6 p.m. Saturday, June 1, A-line gown with a sweetheart neck2013, at Wintergreen Woods. line and a Vera Wang cathedralThe bride is the length veil daughter of Mr. and adorned with lace Mrs. David D. and crystal embelAdams of Chapin, lishment. She carand the grandried a bouquet of daughter of Mr. and red roses and Mrs. Kenneth M. black calla lilies Sedor of Irmo, Mr. accented with and Mrs. David E. black fiddlehead Adams of Anna, Ill., ferns. and Larry Trovillion Courtney Cruse and the late Elizaserved as maid of beth Trovillion of honor. BridesVienna, Ill. She maids were Kendgraduated from ra Adams, sister of Anna Jonesboro the bride, Linda Community High Corbett and Taylor School in Illinois Given. and studied conChris Gainous, struction managebrother of the MR., MRS. BLAKE GAINOUS ment at Southern Ilbridegroom, linois University. served as best The bridegroom man. Groomsmen is the son of Mr. and were Alex Broder, Mrs. Michael F. Gainous, and the Drew Crooks and Matt King. Darryl grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar F. Adams and Rich Algeier served as Gainous, Ms. Sylvia Spiegel, Scott ushers. Wolff, and the late Richard M. Spiegel, The bride’s parents held the recepall of Sumter. He graduated from tion at Wintergreen Woods. Lakewood High School in Sumter and The bridegroom’s parents held the The Criminal Justice Academy in Corehearsal party at Nonnah’s in the lumbia. He is a trooper first class with Vista in Columbia. the South Carolina Highway Patrol. Following a wedding trip to Myrtle The bride’s grandfather, David E. Beach, the couple resides in Chapin.
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Carmichael-Moses Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Gaddy Carmichael of Seneca announce the engagement of their daughter, Ashlee Nicole Carmichael of Charleston, to Marion Moise Moses of Columbia, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Harby Moses of Sumter. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Felix Spencer Young of Clemson and Mrs. Bea Carmichael and the late Marvin Carmichael of Dillon. She graduated from Clemson University with a bachelor of science degree in health science. She is employed as a field marketing specialist by Boston Scientific. The bridegroom-elect is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Marion Moise and the late Mr. and Mrs. Perry Moses MOSES, MISS CARMICHAEL Jr., all of Sumter. He graduated cum laude from Wofford College with a bachelor of science in business economics and from the University of South Carolina School of Law with a juris doctor degree. He is the owner of the Law Office of Marion M. Moses, LLC, a general practice law firm in Columbia. The wedding is planned for Dec. 28, 2013, at Mount Pleasant Presbyterian Church in Mount Pleasant.
Jeferson-Keels Earl Jefferson of Lynchburg announces the engagement of his son, Reynard Patrick Oliver Jefferson of Lynchburg, to Jemia Keels of Columbia, daughter of Murphy and Jackie Riley of Columbia. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mosetta Sullivan and the late Walter Sullivan of Columbia, William and Mollie Conyers of Englewood, N.J., and Mae Frances Keels of Seneca. She graduated from Winthrop University with a bachelor’s degree in fitness/wellness and is pursuing a master’s degree from University of South Florida. She is employed by Palmetto Health. The bridegroom-elect is also the son of the late Olivia Jefferson of Lynchburg, and the grandson of Myrtle Wright and the late Hampton Wright of Rembert MISS KEELS, JEFFERSON and the late Joseph and Emma Jefferson of Mayesville. He graduated from Winthrop University with a bachelor’s degree in physical education and is pursuing a master of educational administration from Grand Canyon University. He is employed by Sumter School District at Sumter High School. The wedding is planned for June 28, 2014, at Brookland Baptist Church in West Columbia.
WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
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Letchers celebrate 60 years Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Letcher of Sumter celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on Sept. 19, 2013, with a trip to Myrtle Beach. Their children are Patti Trzcinski of Sumter and Lisa Lyons of Vancouver, Wash. The couple has five grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Mrs. Letcher is the former Marie Rose of Pottsville, Pa.
MR., MRS. ROBERT C. LETCHER
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