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The Grand Theater in the majestic Grand Opera House of the South in Crowley was the setting for the lovely Saturday, June 10, wedding uniting Madeline Kaye Morgan and Joshua Tyler Hand, both of Arlington, Texas.
Pastor Joseph Nader officiated the 6 p.m double ring ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Rachelle and Tim Morgan of Crowley. Her maternal grandparents are Jean Gaspard and Bonnie and Robert Gaspard, all of Crowley. Her paternal grandparents are Lillian Hanks Morgan of Crowley and the late Arnette Morgan.
Madeline is a graduate of Northside Christian School in Crowley and Southwestern Assemblies of God University in Waxahachie, Texas, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in education with a minor in youth and student ministries. She is also a graduate of Arlington Dental Assistant School, where she earned an associate’s degree in dental assisting. She is presently employed as a registered dental assistant at Simple Sleep Services in Dallas, Texas.
The groom is the son of April Rodriguez of Denver, Colorado, and Lester Hand of St. Louis, Missouri. He is the grandson of Carol Manke and Bob Davis of Denver, and of Bernise Burch of Grand Ridge, Florida, and the late Kenney Burch.
Joshua graduated from La Porte High School in La Porte, Texas, before attending the University of Texas at Arlington, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary music education. He is currently employed as a music teacher at Hommel Elementary in Everman, Texas.
The mother of the bride and the mother of the groom, who was escorted by her two sons Aaron and Benjamin Morgan, entered the theater to “Han Solo and the Princess” from “Star Wars.”
For her daughter’s wedding day, the mother of the bride, the former Rachelle Gaspard, selected a sleeveless A-line gown in Persion blue chiffon with front and back V-necklines, ribbon work on the bodice and a flyaway skirt.
The mother of the groom, the former April Manke, chose a sleeveless knee length navy jersey dress featuring an eye-catching beaded neckline ad a three-quarter sleeve sheer illusion jacket.
Both mothers wore wristlets of sunflowers and small daisies.
Escorted by her father, the bride processed down the aisle to the Star Wars “Main Theme.”
Madeline was beautiful in an ivory off-the-shoulder Alfred Angelo floor length ball gown featuring a beaded lace bodice, a tulle skirt with Alençon lace and a brush train. She paired her gown with a double-tier fingertip veil and carried a bouquet of sunflowers and small daisies.
In keeping with tradition, the bride wore a yellow gold ring with a rose and diamond center as “something old,” while her engagement ring served as “something new.” The bride’s great-grandmother’s brooch was “something borrowed” and her navy blue wedge heels were “something blue.”
Ansleigh Fontenot, cousin of the bride, served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Megan Morgan and Mallory Morgan, sisters-in-law of the bride, and Tally Paul, Tiffany Nichols and Erica Soto, friends of the bride.
They wore full length marine blue chiffon dresses in various styles of their choosing and carried bouquets of sunflowers.
Brooke Gaspard, cousin of the bride, served as flower girl.
The duties of best man were performed by Alex Rentie, brother of the groom. Standing as groomspersons were Zach Graves, LeeAnn Wendell, Jeff Net, Jordan Yarbrough and Thomas Mitchell, all friends of the groom.
Patrick Fontenot, gochild and cousin of the bride, served as ring bearer.
Aaron Morgan, brother of the bride, and Garrett Cart, Luis Ortega and Daniel Smyers, friends of the groom, served as ushers.
During the nuptials, the bride and groom performed a sand ceremony to represent their coming together in unity.
Selected scriptures were read by Dianna Mischnick, friend of the groom, and Becky Morgan, aunt of the bride.
Following the recession of the bride and groom to the Star Wars “Imperial March,” friends and family joined the newlywed couple for an on-site reception in Le Grand Hall.
The guest tables were topped with white cloths and navy satin runners and decorated with milk bottle vases filled with arrangements of sunflowers and twigs.
Guests were served brisket, crawfish tasso pasta, chicken and sausage gumbo with potato salad, boudin links, spinach and artichoke dip, Mexican layered dip, marinated vegetables and assorted fruit, along with tea and clear punch.
The bride’s three-tiered round ruffle cake was embellished with a burlap ribbon on the middle tier and topped with an “H” monogram with a small burlap and button sunflower. It was served by Aimee Stelly, nanny of the bride.
The groom’s rectangular cake was decorated as a Texas flag and served by Eric Manke, uncle of the groom.
Out-of-town guests at the event traveled from California, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, New Mexico, Texas and various points throughout Louisiana.
On the Friday evening prior to the wedding, the groom and his family hosted a rehearsal dinner at Northside Assembly of God in Crowley. The food was prepared and served by Chantina Foreman and her family, who are friends of the bride’s family. Those in attendance were served chicken spaghetti, corn, green beans, green bean casserole, rolls and Caesar salad, with peach cobbler for desert, as well as iced tea and soft drinks.
Following a Western Caribbean cruise to the Yucatan and Cozumel, the couple will reside in Arlington.

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Josie Mae Young-Allen on June 5, 2017, at the age of 89.
She was born on Aug. 3, 1927, with her identical twin sister to Luther and Adeline Bellizare Young.
Cherishing fond memories of her will be two daughters, JoEthel Allen-Campbell of Houston, Texas, and Evelyn C. Young of Rayne; two nieces and one nephew she reared and nurtured as her own, Adeline Benoit (William) Reese of Houston, Texas, Leola Young Woods of Rayne and Joseph W. (Regina) Benoit Jr. of Dallas, Texas; three grandchildren, Corey (Nakia) Allen, Coretta (Ronnie) Hawthorne, of Houston, Texas, and Patrice Francis of Rayne; seven grandchildren that she loved dearly; one brother-in-law, Joseph Whitfield Benoit Sr. of Duson; five great-nieces and a host of cousins, relatives and other friends.
Josie was a lifelong resident of Rayne and a graduate of Acadia Parish Training School in 1944. She worked for years as an integral part of the Lasseigne and Dr. C.T. Curtis families of Rayne. After she retired, she enjoyed spending her time with her family and grandchildren.
Josie was laid to rest on June 10. She was preceded in death by her parents, Luther and Adeline B. Young; her husband, Wilson Paul Allen; one brother, Luther Young Jr.; two sisters, Helen Young Venoit and twin sister Jessie Mae Young; and a special aunt, Evelyn Bellizare.
The family would like to especially thank Mrs. Mildred White and Mrs. Margaret Livings.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Iota for Janet Ann Henderson, 65, who died Thursday, June 15, 2017 at her home in Iota.
Fr. Jude Thierry, Pastor of St. Joseph Catholic Church, will officiate for the services. The family requests visiting hours Monday from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Tuesday from 8 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. A rosary will be recited Monday at 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery.
Mrs. Janet is survived by one daughter, Tracy Jennings of Iota; one niece, Mary Day of Bangor, MI; one nephew, Michael Day of Aurora, IL; three great nieces, Jessica Hanson and husband Robert of Bolingbrook, IL, Tara Day of Lake Charles and Rachael Day of Pineville; two great nephews, Jerimiah Day of Tioga and Nathan Williams of Phoenix, AZ; also survived by her grand dogs, Chloe, Zoe and Gracy along with their kitty sister, Penny.
She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Hazel Reed Henderson; one sister, Andalene “Sue” Day; and her beloved cat, Casper.
Words of comfort may be sent to the family at www.geesey-ferguson.com
Arrangements have been entrusted to Geesey-Ferguson Funeral Home, 301 North Avenue F, Crowley, LA 70526, 337-783-3313.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at noon on Saturday, June 17, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church honoring the life of Rose Richard Primeaux, 88 years old. Rose passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 13, 2017, at her residence surrounded by her children and their spouses during her transition to Heaven. She will be laid to rest at Kaplan Cemetery with Reverend Mark Miley officiating the services.
She was a proud graduate of Crowley High School. After graduating, Rose met Huey at a weekly dance and they were a match made in heaven. As a wife of a Navy sailor, she and Huey shared adventures while living in numerous places including San Diego, Maryland and New Orleans before settling down in Nunez. She was a bookkeeper at several businesses. Rose spent her life devoted to her family. She had many talents that included crocheting, sewing many wedding and bridesmaid dresses, gardening, canning, cooking and was an avid baker of pies, tarts and homemade bread. She enjoyed dancing and social activities with Huey and friends. Her love of family was her greatest joy and she showered them with love. She was a very devoted Catholic, praying the rosary and novenas. Rose and Huey instilled a strong love of faith and guided their family in their Catholic faith. Rose was a member of Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Ladies Altar Society, L.A.R.C. – Parents Club, 4-H Adult Leader, KHS Band Parent Booster, American Legion Auxiliary, K.C. Ladies Auxiliary, and recently attended Acadiana’s Camp Bluebird for cancer surviviors.
She is survived by her sons, Robert Michael (Jennifer), Larry Paul (Laura) and Kenneth Charles (Darlene), all of Kaplan; her daughters, Janet M. Touchet (Rodney) of Erath, Barbara Gayle Guttry (Billy) of Kaplan and Judy Evelyn Owens (Scott) of Kaplan; 17 grandchildren, Jeremy, Robbie, Jacob, Ryan, Kenneth Jr., Hanson, Adam, Lance, Ethan, Jessica, Kimberly, Chancy, Aimee, Melissa, Leslie, Paulette and Mandy; 35 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; one great-grandchild on the way; and four brothers, John Jack Richard of Baton Rouge, Clifford Richard of Vidor, Texas, Joseph Roy of Kaplan and Daniel Richard of Lake Charles.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Huey Paul; one daughter, Joycelyn Anne; her parents, Stanislaus Alexandre Richard and Elizabeth Simon Roy; and one sister, Helena R. LeBeouf.
The family wishes to thank the following caregivers for providing such loving and compassionate care during her fight with lung cancer: Donna Abshire, Judy Wiggins, Angela Mouton, Jeaneen Campbell, Cathy Marceaux, Janet Faulk Broussard and Clorae Vincent. Also thanks to St. Joseph Hospice for their compassionate care and guidance in keeping our mother at home in her final journey.
The family requests that visiting hours be observed at Vincent Funeral Home - Kaplan, 300 N. Eleazar Ave., on Friday, June 16, from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. with a rosary being prayed at 7 p.m.; Saturday, June 17, from 8 a.m. until the procession departs for the church.
All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home of Kaplan, (337) 643-7276 [Service Information 225-5276]. Condolences may be sent to the Primeaux family at www.vincentfuneralhome.net.