Ceslie Marie Hunter and Richard Chad Patterson were united in marriage at 7 p.m. June 18, 2008, at Destin Point Beach in Destin, Fla. The bride is the daughter of Rachel Hunter of Gainesville and the late Mitchell Hunter. The groom is the son of Sue Patterson of Gainesville and Gail and Willie Patterson of Dawsonville.

The Rev. Richard L. Buesinger performed the ceremony.

The bride was presented in marriage by her son Donovan Hunter of Gainesville. The bride’s friend Rebecca Hooper of Gainesville was matron of honor. Hooper’s daughter Bailey Hooper of Gainesville was the flower girl.

The groom’s friend Shawn Wine of Gainesville was the best man.

The groom’s son Justin Patterson of Gainesville was the ring bearer.

Florida Weddings was the wedding coordinator.

The couple’s friends gave a reception at The Beach House in Destin following the ceremony.

The couple resides in Gainesville.