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EC Matrimony
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Serving Beaverton, Oregon, and the surrounding Pacific Northwest since 2014, Ernie Claeson (EC Matrimony) is an award-winning, highly sought-after wedding officiant who specializes in tailored ceremonies to meet all needs and desires. Whether you're looking for something traditional or modern, Ernie is ready to work with you to create a ceremony that will represent you and your relationship. This is achieved by keeping an open line of communication throughout the planning process. It's an essential part of what he believes is the best way to make sure couples are comfortable going into their big day.
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Freedom of choice is really what separates EC Matrimony from the rest. Choosing between traditional or customized vows, religious or not, Ernie is ready to provide clients with step-by-step assistance to create a ceremony as unique as you. By understanding that weddings are fluid and things can change, it is important that even after the consultation, you still have an open line of communication for any questions or concerns that may arise throughout your planning process. With over 15 years of experience, EC Matrimony has had an extensive background in all wedding types, including civil union, single religion, interfaith ceremony, non-religious, and vow renewal.
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Reviews of EC Matrimony
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EC Matrimony's officiants are professional, warm, and highly communicative, crafting personalized, heartfelt ceremonies that guests frequently praise. They handle logistics (licenses, rehearsals), accommodate elopements and last‑minute requests, and add thoughtful details that ease stress. Services are affordable, punctual, and widely recommended by couples.
Ernie is the best, 10 out of 10 recommend
The Best Officiant!
His wife and assistant, Dodie, was equally amazing. She has an incredible eye for detail and made sure everything was perfectly arranged for our special day—even down to coordinating Don’s tie with our wedding colors, which was such a thoughtful touch!
Don himself was so kind and genuine, and he performed a ceremony that was deeply meaningful and personal to us. One of my favorite things was his speaking voice—it was calm, engaging, and added such a special touch to the ceremony.
We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant team. Highly recommend Don and Dodie to anyone looking to make their wedding day truly unforgettable!
Grateful for Don Gloud!
Exactly what we were looking for
Highly recommend EC Matrimony!
From the very beginning, their communication was great. We initially worked with Ernie to find an officiant that best fit us and our wedding. He answered all our questions and sent over a ton of resources to help us find the ceremony that worked for us.
Don Gloud was our officiant and he was amazing! We received so many compliments from our guests on how well he led the ceremony. Don and his wife Dodie sent us a pre-wedding checklist to make sure we got our marriage license on time and all the little details were taken care of. After the ceremony they instructed us on how to complete the license and took care of mailing it in for us. They made the whole process so easy.
5 Star Review
We loved EC Matrimony & Don Gloud!
We are non-religious and EC Matrimony + Don fit our every need. I am soooo glad we decided to go with them for our big day. Both our families loved Don & Dodie so much ♥️
Pro tip: if you want them to be able to be at your wedding for the reception, book way in advance! We dropped the ball on this and they weren’t able to stay and celebrate (everyone wanted them stay 🥲) !
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I have worked with EC Matrimony on a couple different occasions. The ceremony is always runs flawlessly and is just perfect. My couples are always so happy with him.
I am one of the owners of Once Upon A Happy Ending Events based in Wilsonville. Recently we had the amazing opportunity to plan a wedding in just 30 days. Ernie came highly recommended to us by other wedding professionals and he did not disappoint! I was very impressed with his dedication and willingness to work with our couple, even on very short notice. Ernie has quickly become one of our preferred vendors and we highly recommend him!
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