Hobbs-Wright couple pledges vows in resort wedding chapel
The bride’s parents are Phillip and Denise Hobbs of McMinnville and the bridegroom is the son of William and Mary Wright of Nashville. Grandparents of the bride include Frances Hobbs and the late Leslie R. Hobbs; and Tip and Tootie Skinner of Erlanger, Ky. Great-grandparents are Dolly Black and the late Dave Black, also of Erlanger.
The quaint chapel was aglow with burning tapers in brass candelabras reflecting in stained glass windows. The candelabras were entwined with white roses, greenery and satin ribbons.
The bride, escorted down the aisle by her father, was lovely in a two-pieced, strapless satin gown with a flowing skirt. It was accented with sequins and bugle beads and topped with a long sheer duster scattered with sequins and beads. Her shoulder-length veil made by her mother was edged in crystal beads.
A bouquet of white roses, baby’s breath and greenery was carried by the bride. It was tied with white satin ribbon with pearl accents.
Serving as matron of honor was Suzanne Arehart of Oak Ridge. She was attired in a floor-length, flowing organza gown in navy blue. Her dress featured a sleeveless bodice with a scooped cowl neckline.
Sister of the bride, Jennifer D. Hobbs, served as maid of honor, with cousins Megan Hobbs, and Kelly Goodpaster of Erlanger serving as bridesmaids. They wore navy blue organza ball-gowns featuring a halter bodice. Each attendant carried nosegays of white roses, blue bells, baby’s breath and white pearl accents.
Serving as best man was Derek Goodman of Nashville. Groomsmen were Jason Hobbs, the bride’s brother; Chris Hobbs, cousin of the bride; and Chris Goodpaster, also cousin of bride from Erlanger. The bride’s uncle, Terry Davies from Dayton, Ohio, served as the usher.
A reception was given for the bridal couple at the Tennessee Chalet in the Smoky Mountains. Tables held crystal bowls with floating candles and guests feasted on a buffet meal and enjoyed the panoramic view of the mountains from an outdoor deck.
A two-tiered wedding cake was placed on crystal pedestals with a flowing water fountain underneath. Nearby was a plush “Mickey and Minnie” bridal couple monogramed for the couple.
The new Mrs. Wright received her bachelor’s degree in general science (physics-biology) with a concentration in radiation therapy from Middle Tennessee State University. The bridegroom received his psychology degree from MTSU.
The bridal couple left for Disney World immediately following the reception and now reside in Nashville.