Business Details
9 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding Officiant in Dayton, Ohio
Welcome 2 Wed Ceremonies is a professional wedding officiant service founded in 2017 by Rev. Deb O'Dell. Our team, including Rev. John O'Dell and Rev. Deborah Vaughn, brings decades of combined experience in creating personalized ceremonies that reflect each couple's unique vision. We specialize in religious, non-denominational, secular, civil, and interfaith ceremonies, including elopements, handfasting, and commitment ceremonies. Our services extend across the Miami Valley and surrounding regions of Ohio and Indiana, with travel flexibility for destination weddings. We prioritize compassionate guidance, offering customized planning resources, venue recommendations, and coordination with trusted vendors to ensure a stress-free experience.Our team arrives early on wedding days to coordinate details with vendors and couples, ensuring seamless execution. With hundreds of ceremonies officiated, we maintain a 5-star reputation for professionalism, adaptability, and heartfelt service. We accept cash and Zelle payments, require a $50 retainer for bookings, and include up to one hour of round-trip travel in our base pricing. Our commitment to excellence has earned consistent positive feedback for creating memorable, personalized experiences that honor couples' traditions and values.
Services
Wedding Officiating
Elopement Ceremonies
Handfasting Services
Commitment Ceremonies
Interfaith Weddings
Civil Ceremonies
Secular Ceremonies
Equality Minded Ceremonies
Spiritual Advisor Services
Guest Speaker Services
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined experience in officiating diverse wedding ceremonies.
- Our team creates fully customized ceremonies reflecting individual traditions and values.
- We provide complimentary venue recommendations and vendor partnerships for stress-free planning.
- Our officiants coordinate ceremony logistics with photographers, DJs, and planners on-site.
- We maintain a 5-star reputation with hundreds of satisfied couples across Ohio and Indiana.
What people say
Top-notched service
Highly recommended
Made us feel comfortable
Flawless execution
Perfect match for ceremonies
Services
Wedding Officiating
Professional officiant services for customized wedding ceremonies. Our experienced team creates personalized religious, secular, and interfaith ceremonies that reflect couples' unique traditions and values. We coordinate with vendors and provide rehearsal support to ensure seamless execution.
Elopement Ceremonies
Private, meaningful elopement services for couples seeking simplicity. We offer legal-only signings or semi-formal ceremonies with personalized elements, including venue recommendations and streamlined planning resources for stress-free execution.
Handfasting Ceremonies
Traditional handfasting ceremonies blending modern and ancient customs. Our officiants guide couples through personalized rituals that honor cultural heritage while incorporating contemporary elements for memorable, symbolic celebrations.
Commitment Ceremonies
Custom commitment ceremonies for milestone celebrations. We design personalized vows and rituals that reflect couples' journeys, offering flexible formats for anniversary renewals or personal milestone commemorations.
Interfaith Weddings
Specialized interfaith wedding services respecting diverse traditions. Our officiants skillfully integrate elements from multiple faiths into cohesive ceremonies, ensuring cultural sensitivity while creating unified, meaningful celebrations for blended families.
People
Rev. Deb O'Dell
Founder & Lead Officiant
Rev. Deb O'Dell, founder of Welcome 2 Wed Ceremonies, brings 20+ years of experience officiating weddings. Known for her warm personality and adaptability, she specializes in creating personalized ceremonies that reflect couples' unique visions while maintaining a 5-star reputation.
Rev. John O'Dell
Senior Officiant
Rev. John O'Dell combines professionalism with heartfelt service, officiating hundreds of weddings. His attention to detail and ability to create comfortable atmospheres ensure memorable ceremonies, earning consistent client praise for flawless execution and compassionate guidance.
Deborah Vaughn
Senior Officiant
Deborah Vaughn, a dedicated wedding officiant, is celebrated for her dependability and personalized approach. Clients appreciate her ability to make ceremonies feel intimate while expertly managing logistics, ensuring stress-free experiences that exceed expectations.
Questions
What types of wedding ceremonies do you officiate?
We officiate religious, non-denominational, semi-religious, traditional, secular, civil, spiritual, humanist, interfaith, and contemporary ceremonies including elopements and handfasting.
Do you offer customized ceremony planning?
Yes, we provide personalized ceremony planning with vision questionnaires, rehearsal coordination, and custom ceremony packets tailored to your preferences.
What areas do you service?
We service Dayton, Springfield, Greenville, Central Ohio, Indiana, and surrounding counties including Darke, Greene, Mercer, Miami, Montgomery, and Union.
How do you handle last-minute coordination?
Our team arrives 20-30 minutes early to coordinate with vendors, review details, and ensure smooth ceremony execution without additional fees.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash and Zelle payments with a $50 retainer required to secure your event date.
Can you accommodate destination weddings?
Yes, we travel to destination weddings with travel fees applied for locations beyond our 15-mile radius.
