Denise Monaco and Jill Thomas of Natchez were married Saturday, May 21, 2016, at the gazebo on the bluff in Natchez with the Rev. Sara Cunningham of Oklahoma City, Okla. officiating.

Music for the ceremony was provided by Ed Bowser.

Denise wore a Mori Lee Madeline Gardner designed ivory silver wedding dress with crystal beading on laser cut, embroidered appliques onto the net gown over soft satin. The gown was V-neck with cap sleeves and a beaded embroidered train.

Jill wore an aqua tuxedo suit made especially for her by Sandra Stokes of San-Jay’s Creations.

Matron of honor was Lou Morace. She wore a pastel pink flowing mid-length dress with a white lace jacket.

Maid of honor was Misty Thomas. She wore a white lace short dress.

James Collins Thomas of Vidalia served as groomsman and Gage Collins Thomas was the ring bearer.

A reception was at the Natchez Community Center following the ceremony.

Assisting at the reception was Lou Morace and Mae Bell Hughes. Food supplied by Mary Douglas.

After the wedding trip to Gulf Shores, Ala., the couple will live in Natchez.