We are choosing to host a child-free reception. This will include our own children. Make appropriate preparations prior to the gathering. PLEASE RSVP BEFORE OCTOBER 8th, 2025!
Stephen Rice
Lena Cheetham
Stephen Rice
Lena Cheetham
January 12, 2026
Our Story
We met quite a few times before we spoke personally. He later showed me a video he had of me singing at Maggie Meyer's. If he wasn't his own marketing guy, I would be creeped out. Stephen ran karaoke all over the city, and I love to sing. Specifically, I loved to sing Fergalicious and Fergalicious ONLY. He always remembered what song I wanted to sing and my name, usually writing me down on the list before I approached him. He later ran karaoke for a birthday party that our mutual friend, John "Boss", threw for me. He did it for free and let me sing all night long. Literally. I am not exaggerating. Back to back. Sometimes, I even sang the same song at least five times so I could "get it right". We didn't hang out again for another year. This time, our friend group was on a "bender" and Stephen joined. Towards the end of it, we expressed our feelings for each other and haven't been apart since. I am intentionally leaving out the part about how his house was incredibly haunted and that damn sugar cookie suit. IYKYK. We lived together three months later and were engaged six months later. Some say, "when you know, you know". It's me. I'm some. Cheers photos by @peytonnicholephoto
Schedule
Saturday, November 8, 2025
The Rice Wedding
4:30 pm
1320 McMullen Road, Gurley, AL 35748
Black Cocktail Attire
This will be a child-free reception. This includes our own children.
Travel
Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Huntsville Hampton Cove
Hotel
Homewood Suites by Hilton Huntsville-Downtown, AL
Honeymoon Fund
Honeymoon Fund
Wedding Party
Stephen
Groom
Lena
Bride
Lan Rice
Mother of the Groom
Willie Cheatham
Father of the Bride
Alexis Conway
Maid of Honor
Paige Spicer
Matron of Honor
Brandon Caires
Bridesman
Daniel Pritchett
Bridesman
Savanah Edwards
Bridesmaid
Chase Nobles
Bridesman
Sarah Hardee
Bridesmaid
Kenny Phan
Bridesman
Adam Burnett
Best Man
Jason Elliott
Best Man
Tim Denney
Groomsman
Lance Kozack
Groomsman
Dillon Spicer
Groomsman
Gary Helmick
Groomsman
Gallery
FAQs
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What do I wear?
Answer
Black cocktail attire.
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What if I can't find a babysitter?
Answer
That's okay. At the end of the day, we understand. We have children. We would be happy to suggest a trusted sitter/nanny service that we have used personally. Reach out to us and start the conversation.
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Will there be an open bar?
Answer
Short answer, yes. There is no liquor allowed on the premises. We will have beer and wine.
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Transportation
Answer
As we plan to party, it is important to us that our guests understand that the venue is in the middle of nowhere in Gurley, AL. This means that if you want to party hard, we would suggest an Uber/Lyft/carpool with a DD situation. Please make these arrangements prior to the wedding.
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What if I am unable to make the walk to the venue?
Answer
There will be a golf cart transporting from the parking lot to the front doors from 3-4 pm on the day of the wedding.
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What’s on the menu?
Answer
Wings! We will have sides as options for those of you that do not eat meat such as vegetable egg rolls and a salad bar. There will be desserts and late night snacks as well.
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Will there be a seating chart?
Answer
Nope. We’re doing family style dining. Get where you fit.
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What time should I get there?
Answer
4:00 PM. The ceremony starts at 4:30, but the doors will shut and lock at 4:20.
RSVP
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