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6:24 am Saturday, January 31, 2004

Addison, Cockrell

By Staff
Gloria Cockrell of Meridian and Jim Addison of Marion were married Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2004, at Magnolia Realty of Meridian with the Rev. Dr. Raymon Leake officiating.
Music for the ceremony was provided by Faye Stokes and Deanna Herring, vocalists.
The bride was given in marriage by her grandson, Austin Kimbrell, and family.
The bride wore a two piece suit of pink satin with crystal accessories.
Christina Kimbrell of Meridian, the bride's granddaughter, served as maid of honor.
Kayleigh Tidwell of Meridian was flower girl.
Brian "Buddy" Lay of Meridian served as best man.
Christina Kimbrell and Austin Kimbrell, both of Meridian, served as ring bearers.
Bubble attendant was Austin Kimbrell.
Program attendants was Deanna Herring.
A reception was held at Magnolia Realty of Meridian Inc. following the ceremony.
Assisting at the reception were Faye Stokes, Margaret Page and Deanna Herring.
After a honeymoon in Birmingham, Ala., the couple resides in Meridian.

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