Barden - Lawson

Emma Leslie Barden & Chad Donald Lawson were united in marriage on October 8, 2011 at Cedar Ridge Vineyards. Reverend Brian Milford officiated the ceremony. Emma is the daughter of Andrew and Shari Barden of Cedar Rapids, and Chad is the son of Brad and Rhonda Lawson of Eagle Grove, IA.

The maid of honor was Jessica Paul, and the bridesmaids were Tina Weinert, Jenica Quandt, Alicia Morgan, and Jaime Brandow. The best man was Brett Lawson, and the groomsmen were Tyler Pedersen, Luke Reiland, Chris Manues, James Elliott, and Brent Swalin. Ushers were Charles Barden and Aaron Kay. The flower girl was Ava Dimmer, and the ring bearer was Kael Dimmer.

Emma works at the Statehouse in Des Moines. Chad is an electrician for Waldinger Corporation in Des Moines.