Tori Steyne, Cole Harper marry

Victoria “Tori” Steyne of West Columbia and Lemuel “Cole” Harper of Columbia were united in marriage Sept. 10 at Rock Bottom Pond in Ridgeway. Pastor Scott Robertson officiated the 5:30 p.m. ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Paul and Michelle Steyne of West Columbia. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. William Wolf and Dr. Philip Steyne, both of Columbia. A graduate of the University of South Carolina, she is employed as a marketing director.

The groom is the son of Lem and Brenda Harper of Columbia. A graduate of Columbia International University, he is employed as a staff associate with Young Life Newberry.

The bride was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents.

Matrons of honor were Sam Harper and Nicole Snedeker. Bridesmaids were Keely Steyne, Lauren Lacomba, Karin Strickland, Sarah Robertson, Kalyn Thibault, Jordan Cone-Grumbach, Allie Wynn, Abbey McGarity, and Laura Lee Garner. Mia Steyne was junior bridesmaid, and Ella Snedeker was flower girl.

Best man was Kyle Harper. Groomsmen were Austin Kinard, Christopher Steyne, Joseph Steyne, Joseph Helms, Garrett Cutter, Rey Franco, David Peterson, Joseph Nelson, Chad Sanders, and Jeremy Kelly. Makai Steyne, Timmy Snedeker and Josh Snedeker were ring bearers. Eli Steyne and Levi Steyne were junior groomsmen.

A reception followed at Rock Bottom Pond.

The couple will reside in Newberry.

In their own words

Q: How did you meet?

A: At church.

Q: Tell us about the proposal.

A: On a sailboat, at sunset, on Lake Murray.

Q: What was your favorite part of the wedding day?

A: All of our friends being in the same place at the same time.

Q: How did you choose the venue where you were married?

A: Gorgeous venue and at a reasonable price.