Congratulations, John & Paul!
John Marshall Watson and Paul Sidney Sparks were married on September 12th at Saint Ann’s Episcopal Church in Bridgehampton, New York. Marshall is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Etheridge Watson, Jr., and Paul is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Paul Sparks. The evening prior, Marshall and Paul hosted a rehearsal dinner at their beautiful home in East Hampton. Following the ceremony, Marshall and Paul hosted a lovely wedding reception at the East Hampton Point Restaurant. Susan Kelly and Joanne Brown were the matrons of honor, and Joe Billone and Ray Kennedy served as the best men. Michael Watson, Marshall’s nephew; Adam Carr, Paul’s nephew; and Michael Goldstein were ushers. Marshall is president of Marshall Watson Interiors, and Paul is an executive producer for corporate meetings and events. The happy couple is at home in New York City.
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Michael Watson, Marshall Watson and Beth Watson |
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Mr. John Marshall Watson and Mr. Paul Sidney Sparks |
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Michael Watson, usher; the grooms and Susan Kelly, matron of honor |
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Leigh Jones-Bamman and Marshall Watson |
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Melissa Powell and Alissa Deane |
Additional photos also featured in the October 31, 2015 issue of The Independent
Photo Credits: Noel Sutherland and Richard Lewin
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