McClain, Rhea wed May 21

Shirley Ann McClain became the bride of Marty Lynn Rhea during a double ring ceremony at Northcutts Cove Church of Christ on May 21. (Photo provided)

The marriage vows of Shirley Ann McClain and Marty Lynn Rhea were solemnized May 21 in an outdoor setting at Northcutts Cove Church of Christ. R.S. Rigney officiated the double ring ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ricky McClain and Linda Taylor. Her grandparents are the late Ruby McClain and the late Hugh and Irene Taylor.

The groom’s parents are Mr. and Mrs. Tony Rhea. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Avery Boyd and the late Mr. and Mrs. Felton Rhea.

Mr. Rhea escorted his mother to her honored seat and presented her a pink rose. The mother of the bride was escorted by her son, Danny McClain. The bride’s stepmother was escorted by her son, Ricky Lynn McClain. They were also presented with a pink rose.

For the exchanging of the vows, an archway entwined with English ivy was placed by a flowing creek. Arrangements of calla lilies, ferns and assorted foliage plants were nestled in fuschia draping. White guest chairs were marked with fuschia and white bows.

The bride was given in marriage by her father to the song “The Rose.” She was lovely in an ivory floor-length Jacquelin Exclusive gown. Her tulle veil was attached to a rhinestone tiara, a gift to the bride from her stepmother. She carried a bouquet of fuschia and white calla lilies tied with matching ribbon.

Angie Ashford served her step-sister as maid of honor. Megan Rhea, the groom’s sister, was her bridesmaid. They were attired in fuschia floor-length gowns and carried a bouquet of fuschia and white calla lilies.

Flower girl Bailey Ashford was pulled in a decorated red wagon by her brother Dalton Ashford. Matthew Coppinger was the ring bearer. A guest register was attended by Kim Fults and Cassie Grant.

David Milstead, cousin of the groom, was chosen as best man. Brian Perry, friend of the groom, served as the groomsman. Jeff Cope and Dillon Powell were ushers for the ceremony.

An outdoor reception was held honoring the newlyweds. Tables were covered with lace tablecloths belonging to the groom’s grandmother. They were complimented with arrangements of calla lilies and fuschia ribbons.

Serving the guests were Brenda Blocker, Pam Perry, Glenda Woodlee, Lisa Thaxton, Jenny Boyd and Leslie White.

Before leaving on their honeymoon to the Great Smoky Mountains, the couple drove away to the song “She and I” on a decorated four-wheeler.

The new Mrs. Rhea is a graduate of Warren County High school and is presently employed with Stewart’s Pharmacy.

The groom is also a graduate of WCHS and is owner of Rhea and Son Logging. The couple are now residing in the Irving College/Northcutts Cove community.