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  • Based in Northwest Ohio, Weddings For The Ages is a wedding officiant service. We combine caring, creativity, and experience into a process that makes ceremony planning as stress-free as possible! We've written and performed more than 300 one-of-a-kind ceremonies for couples, making every celebration personal and memorable. Over 20 dedicated officiants are ready and available to serve couples throughout the states of Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana.
  • Every couple and every event is different, so each ceremony is customized to reflect the couples unique love story, personalities, and vibe! Our goal is to create a service that you will remember forever. We love to meet with couples multiple times before the ceremony, letting us get to know you better, and allowing you to explain your vision for your ceremony and ask any questions you may have.
  • Your comfort is so important to us. Your whole wedding day will be a rollercoaster of emotion, but the high point will be when you stand in front of your friends and family, and pledge your lives to each other - you'll want to feel comfortable and confident with the person who's guiding that moment! That's why we don't let couples book us until you've had a chance to talk with your officiant, so we can make sure that everyone feels like it's a good fit.
  • Whether you want a basic ceremony or something much more elaborate, we have packages to make your dream ceremony a reality. From a five-minute "mini-mony" in the park, to an hour-long extravaganza with music and movement, we are here to make it happen. Even quick paperwork-only services!
  • We are welcoming to all beliefs, backgrounds, and traditions, and are happy to include any special prayers, readings, or ceremonies that are significant to you; in fact, we love performing inter-faith ceremonies! Combining backgrounds and traditions in interesting ways can be incredibly fun!
  • We celebrate love in all forms, and all couples are welcome. We have experience performing weddings for same-sex, opposite-sex and non-binary couples. We are more than happy to use whatever pronoun(s) you prefer and will design the ceremony to fit with your personal beliefs. From traditional ceremonies to elopements and everything in between, Weddings for the Ages can help make your day one to remember.
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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the price of your wedding officiant services?

Ceremony Rehearsal

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$75

What types of weddings and events do you provide services for?

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal
Civil Union

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
Anglican
Baha'i Faith
Baptist
Buddhist
Catholic
Earth-Based
Episcopalian
Evangelical
Hindu
Islam
Jainism
Jewish
Lutheran
Methodist
Mormon
No Denomination
Orthodox Christian
Pagan
Presbyterian
Quaker
Shinto
Sikhism
Taoist
Unitarian

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.
30-60 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

IL
IN
MI
OH

What languages do you speak?

English

Reviews of Weddings For The Ages

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Weddings for the Ages receives consistent praise for personable, professional officiants who calm nerves and personalize ceremonies. Reviewers note thoughtful, customized scripts, clear communication, helpful questionnaires and rehearsals, and assistance with paperwork. Couples found the team flexible, affordable, and made their day feel intimate and stress-free.

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Weddings for the Ages receives consistent praise for personable, professional officiants who calm nerves and personalize ceremonies. Reviewers note thoughtful, customized scripts, clear communication, helpful questionnaires and rehearsals, and assistance with paperwork. Couples found the team flexible, affordable, and made their day feel intimate and stress-free.

Annette
Annette Sent on 05/27/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing-thank you so much Weddings for the Ages!!

I could not be happier with Atonn and Weddings for the Ages. I grew up religious, and while I'm at a different point in my life now, wanted to honor some of the traditions, while leaving out others. My now husband and I had a plan of what kind of ceremony would make us both happy, and Atonn helped make it a reality. He made sure to verify what we were and were not okay with, and asked questions we hadn't considered to make sure everything flowed beautifully. We heard nothing but great things from our guests, and most people were incredibly surprised to find out he wasn't a long time friend of either one of us! He brought a calming, professional and natural energy to our day, and we are so grateful for that!
Thank you Atonn and weddings for the Ages!!
Cadence
Cadence Sent on 06/15/2026
5 out of 5 rating

KC is amazing

I scheduled with Weddings of the Ages pretty last minute (about 30 days before the wedding). With planning everything it was really the little (but very important) details that were slipping my mind. KC was able to be our officiant for our special day and she was amazing. She was super helpful when planning the ceremony and even tho we chose to have a 15 minute ceremony she made it so personal and amazing. It felt like it was just me and my husband with no one watching. KC also relived a lot of stress when planning the ceremony and mailing the marriage certificate!
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Dawn Sent on 01/22/2026
5 out of 5 rating

AMAZING is an Understatement!

I cannot say enough good things about Weddings for the Ages. We had looked at so many different officiants with absolutely no luck. The we came across Weddings for the Ages through Wedding Wire. With no previous knowledge or recommendations, immediately it felt right. The enthusiasm and genuineness that we saw on the website became even more evident at our meeting with Mr. Atonn Smeltzer. It wasn't a question & answer session; it was like old friends catching up in a coffee shop. He took the time to really listen and get to know us. His manner, while very professional, was relaxed and engaging. We wanted more of a family celebration versus a formal ceremony. We asked that he not only speak to us but also to our family and friends in attendance. There were laughs and tears. So many people told us how much they enjoyed meeting him prior to the ceremony and what he said during the ceremony was beautiful. They thought that we had known him for years. The true love Atonn has for marrying couples is apparent. Weddings for the Ages made our wedding exactly that!
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Heather Sent on 12/13/2025
5 out of 5 rating

KC Bailey was amazing!

My husband and I used KC Bailey from Weddings For The Ages. We absolutely loved working and getting to know KC. She was very easy going. She communicated well with us and made it easy to schedule with her. She very helpful with what we would need to get paperwork wise and made that process super easy. She was truly there for us to make the day go smoothly and she made our ceremony very special and about us. She answered all questions and was very open and honest with us. If you are looking for a wedding officiant who is going to listen to you and make the ceremony run smoothly we highly recommend her. She made it very clear what services she was able to provide and was very transparent with the cost. She even made sure to get a selfie with us after!
Calikev
Calikev Sent on 08/25/2025
5 out of 5 rating

They Rocked!

Atonn was very helpful, knowledgeable, and personable. He made sure we were ready to go in the year leading up to the ceremony and plugged holes that popped up in the chaos of the actual day. He rolled with the moment and made everything go smoothly -- all while being personable and kind.

10/10; would book again. Won't have to, though.
Abbey
Abbey Sent on 06/25/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Toledo Zoo Summer Wedding

Atonn was an amazing officiant on our wedding day! First of all, he agreed to meet us at the Cat Cafe in Bowling Green for our final ceremony review. On the rehearsal and wedding day, Atonn used his sense of humor to calm our nerves. I knew that he had our backs and would lead us through everything with professionalism. I cannot say enough about him. What I told him on the day of the wedding was that I wished he could stay through the reception because I loved his energy.
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Molly Sent on 11/06/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Officiant

My husband and I had such a great experience with wedding for the ages. Our officiant was Scott and he was so pleasant to work with! He was very laid back and really took the time to get to know my husband and I well. This allowed him to conduct a wonderful wedding ceremony for us that truly captured us as a a couple!!
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Stephanie Sent on 10/30/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful officiant - Toledo Metro

We had a wonderful experience with Scott from Weddings for the Ages! Scott put a ton of thought and care into crafting the perfect wedding ceremony. He had a ton of suggestions prepared as far as ceremony readings and unity ceremony. There was a thorough questionnaire that was a ton of help with describing our relationship so the ceremony could be unique to us. Great option for any type of wedding ceremony (non religious or religious) and very affordable pricing. Highly recommend to anyone who is looking for an officiant for their wedding!
Nicole
Nicole Sent on 10/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Truly amazing!!

We had Michael Barlos as our officiant and he was seriously so amazing and the perfect fit for us! Every meeting ran smooth including our rehearsal! The ceremony was absolutely perfect! He was so fun and easy to work with!
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Monique Sent on 09/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

We love atonn

Atonn. You created the most beautiful ceremony ever. We cannot thank you enough, but what we can do is help to share how amazing it was with others here. My husband and I had no idea where to start when it came to looking for an officiant. We attending a few wedding events, but just did not feel a connection with anyone. I did extensive online searching and review reading, and I stumbled upon Atonn at weddings for the ages. I was blown away with the amount of positive reviews he had received. Our first meeting was one I’ll never forget. My husband and I were SOOOO nervous until we had ONE conversation with him, and we opened right up. He is friendly, inviting, relatable, and most importantly he respected every decision we wanted to make regarding our ceremony. He asked questions that helped us draft our desired ceremony with him. He also helped us with many unity feature ideas when we were unsure. He attended our rehearsal to ensure everyone knew what we were supposed to do and when. He was patient and attentive to everything we talked about. He included all the small details about us that we mentioned in meeting with him and discussing in his questionnaire and you can tell he put thought and emotion into every word he said. I LOVED that he offered to review both of our personal vows before the ceremony, because they were SOO in sync. He ensured we got our marriage license in the appropriate time and got it filed very quickly!!! I appreciate him for everything! Once we have more photos back, we’ll be sure to share them with you. Thank you for creating such a memorable day.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Forevermore Weddings LLC Forevermore Weddings LLC Wedding Planners

Working with Weddings for the Ages is such a easy process. When running wedding rehearsals they are present which is a plus for us because not only our clients but we also get to practice everything start to the end of the ceremony. Their super nice, professional and our clients enjoy their services! We love working with Weddings for the Ages and can't wait to work together again!

Nazareth Hall Nazareth Hall Historic Weddings

Atonn is one of our all-time favorite officiants!! We fully trust him with all of our clients and enjoy his light-hearted, professional, and passionate personality and work ethic. Allowing him to be apart of your day will be one of the greatest decisions you make throughout your planning process!

LCN Events LCN Events Wedding Planners

If you are looking for a very thoughtful, detailed and compassionate officiant to truly make your ceremony special, I highly recommend connecting with Atonn! He takes time to develop personal and thoughtful ceremonies that share the personalities of the couple while adding elements of poise and professionalism. Your special day will truly be all about you as a couple and your story that led up to the very moment you'll say "I Do".

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