Jamie Kelley + Joseph Stivers

Jamie Kelley was stationed at Fort Bragg for more than 17 years, and Joseph Stivers was there for more than 20. But the couple didn’t meet on post. Set up by a friend, they connected by telephone while Joe was traveling for work. The two exchanged calls for a week before Joe returned home and they went on their first date at Aberdeen’s Workshop Tavern.

Fast forward to Oct. 12, 2024. The Stivers married at Village Pine Venue in front of 200 guests. “We loved the Charleston look with all the brick and the butterfly garden,” says Jamie.

Genuine Hospitality Catering & Events magicked up the meal, and the Bakehouse crafted the cake. But before the food, the party and even before the ceremony, the Stivers shared a special moment ahead of their “first look.”

“Before we saw each other, we held hands through the arch and prayed together. It was so special and just started everything right. I highly recommend just having a moment together,” Jamie says. “The day goes by so fast.”

photographer: Tricia Michael Photography
wedding planner & coordinator: Rebecca Pierce & Will Wright, Hillside Florist
ceremony & reception: Village Pine Venue
dress: Bride of the Pines
jewelry: Dareth Colburn
hair: Wild & Co. Salon
makeup: Topaz Fire Beauty
spray tans: Bronzed on Broad
bridesmaids: Azazie
groom & groomsmen: JoS A. Bank
flowers: Hillside Florist
cake: The Bakehouse
catering & bar: Genuine Hospitality Catering & Events
rentals: Village Pine Venue and Ward Productions
seating chart & balloon arch: Southern Charmed Events