Debb Bennett weds Chris Foster in nuptial ceremony
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The bride is the daughter of Shirley Ann Bennett of Robinson, Ill. Her grandparents are the late Gus and Dorothy Goodwin of Terre Haute, Ind. and the late Claude and Mary Bennett of Sullivan, Ind.
Mr. Foster?s parents are Clarence and Billie Anne Foster. He is the grandson of the late Robert and Vesta Foster and Lucille and the late Bill Fuson.
Recorded musical selections were provided by Nicholas and Jarred Foster. Brandy Lawhead sang ?From This Moment? for the bridal entrance.
Ivory rose and greenery garlands gracefully wrapped around the porch banisters welcoming guests to sign the register before entering the home. Ferns placed on pedestals flanked either side of the fireplace, with photographs of the couple displayed on the mantle. Hand-tyed bows served as aisle markers.
The bride was given in marriage by her brother, Ed Bennett from Palestine, Ill. She was lovely in a floor-length ivory satin Moonlight Maker gown. The model featured a small train attached to a large bow. She carried a bouquet of ivory roses accented with pearls and ribbon. Pearls and baby?s breath adorned her hair.
Tonya Swann, friend of the bride, served as the matron of honor. She was attired in a mauve gown and wore matching necklace an earrings, a gift from the bride. Baby?s breath was scattered throughout her upswept hairdo.
The groom?s daughter, Leila Foster was chosen as a bridesmaid. She wore a gown identical to the matron of honor?s in a light blue hue. She, too, wore matching necklace and earrings.
Both attendants carried bouquets of spring flowers of mauve, ivory and light blue, embellished with ribbon and pearls.
Katelyn Farless, niece of the groom, was the flower girl. She was lovely in a light blue, tea-length dress. She wore a tiara in her hair and wore pearl jewelry. A basket filled with dried rose petals taken from flowers given to the bride by the groom, was carried by the flower girl.
Gabriel Farless and Alex Steiner, nephews of the groom were ring bearers for the wedding.
The groom?s best man was his son, Christopher Foster of Smithville. Ushers for the event were nephews of the groom, Adrien Foster, Mitchell Steiner and Jordan Steiner.
The bridegroom?s mother was attired in an ankle-length ivory model with matching jacket. The ensemble was embroidered with silk mauve flowers and greenery.
A reception was held in the couple?s honor following the ceremony. A three-tiered wedding cake served as the focal point, accented with a photo of the couple.
Arrangements of lilies and roses flanked by blue and mauve candles graced the table. Servers at the reception included: Leigh Anne Steiner, Debbie Foster, Lynn Foster, Rebecca Farless, Dean Crowder, Sue Bennett and Billie Anne Foster. Approximately 50 guests attended the reception.
A reception later in the evening was hosted by Connie Smith, Jean Childress and Mark Jones at the Moose Lodge.
The new Mrs. Foster is employed with Newby?s RV Sales and her husband is employed with A-Plus Framing of Woodbury. The couple honeymooned at Ocha Rios Resort in Jamaica and are making their home in McMinnville.