An Emotional Second Marriage in Tennessee

Toni Withers and Samuel Stewart, Jr. were both widowed after having been married for many years, but when they met at a friend’s karaoke party there was instant chemistry.  They discovered that they were both very family-oriented and loved karaoke, music, and dancing. Most importantly, they held the same spiritual and moral values, both being Jehovah’s Witnesses. After a period of dating, Toni and Samuel were positive that true love had found them again, and they had a beautiful, standing room only wedding in front of over 300 family members and friends.

Their inspiring nuptials were photographed by Esmee Kyles of Incredibly Wee Photography who had this to share about the Stewart’s touching union,” The attendants (bridesmaids and ushers) included their adult children, grandchildren, and close family friends.  Toni’s son gave her away.  After they exchanged vows, the  reception immediately followed at the McWherter Senior Center in Memphis, a community room.  The maid of honor sang “Inseparable” by Natalie Cole while the couple had their first dance.  Then there were two very emotional dances, one by the bride and her two adult children, and another by the groom and his daughter.  Having both lost their parents in death, this wedding was emotional for the children who were now accepting a new union and a new life for their surviving parents. The happy couple also danced to an upbeat song, which is typical of the fun-loving type of people they both are, and the grandchildren were all cheering for her, shouting “Go Grandma!  Go Grandma!” It was so sweet.  All in all, it was a very nice, family oriented, simple and classy ceremony and reception.  Not a lot of décor, not a lot of outside vendors and suppliers used.  Most of the work was done by family and close family friends local to Memphis.”  The Stewart’s wedding proves that love knows no age. We wish this beautiful couple all the best!

Quick Facts

• Wedding Date: 02/15/2014
•  Wedding Location: Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Memphis, TN
• Wedding Flowers: Calla Lilies
• First Dance Song:  “Inseparable” by Natalie Cole sung by Marilyn Phillips
• Wedding Cake Flavors: Strawberry, Lemon and white cake with white icing.
• Wedding Menu Favorite: Grilled chicken breast and pulled pork.

Wedding Theme

Our children and grandchildren all had a role in our wedding. Our granddaughters all wore white, and our grandsons wore black suits with purple bow-ties.

Wedding Style

My wedding dress was a champagne colored strapless dress with a lace cover.

Most Memorable Moment

We married our best friend, with the love and support from our families and friends. We danced the night away.

Wedding Advice

Don’t get too complicated. Keep it simple but elegant. Hire or assign a wedding coordinator and caterer that can work together. By all means delegate.

Vendors

• Catering: Yvonna’s Catering
• Photography: Esmee Kyles for Incredibly Wee Photography
• Design: www.partyconcepts.net
• Bride’s Dress: Donna at Unique Bridal Boutique