IMPORTANT!

AS OF MAY 18 VIRGINIA CIRCUIT COURT OFFICES HAVE RESUMED ISSUING MARRIAGE LICENSES BY APPOINTMENT. 

The legal age for marriage is 18 years of age. A valid Marriage License obtained from the Clerk of the Circuit Court costs $30 and both applicants must appear in person to obtain one.  A Marriage License is valid for 60 days.Circuit Court Clerks DO NOT perform  but a Wedding Officiant can meet you at the Courthouse. There is no requirement for any specific ceremony. We can just sign the License or celebrate a simple civil elopement ceremony and immediately file it with the Clerk of the Court. There is no residency requirement. There is no waiting period. Same day weddings are common. Witnesses are not required. There is no blood test required.

Theresa and Walter @ Fredericksburg "Professional, Fun and Reliable David Norford is a professional wedding officiant who took care of all the marriage paperwork for us. He was reliable, showed up on-time, and made sure that even when we were nervous, he kept it fun and serious at the same time."

Patrice and Tommy @ Riverwind "This was a beautiful experience! David was great. He made us feel welcomed and relaxed. We got married on the deck overlooking the Potomac and two humming birds actually flew beside us while we were saying our vows. We recommend anyone who wants a warm and loving environment to go with David and Donna Norford."

Stephanie and Danny @ Riverwind "Thank you David for making our wedding day beautiful! I was blown away by the vows spoken over us and the gorgeous location felt like love was really in the air." 

Lori and Taylor @ Riverwind "Wanted to thank you for sending the photo.  And thank you for marrying us.  We opted to skip the pomp and circumstance of having a wedding ceremony.  Seemed kind of silly at our age to do something like that. Beautiful place you have back there.  Didn't even know that part of King George existed! Again, Thank you T.G. and Lori" 

Jennifer and Doug @ King George "Doug and I were immensely impressed with how you performed our ceremony! It was especially wonderful to receive the photo of us in the background with the script of our wedding date overlapping. It will hang in our living room as one of our most treasured moments! Thank you for mirroring our energy on such a special day!" 

Mihoko and Dean @ Fredericksburg Battlefield "Thank you very much for officiating at our elopement at such an early morning on the rainy day. We were not quite sure how we would like to conduct our ceremony, but you listened to our thoughts patiently and organized wonderful vows. The photos you took turned really nice. It was a foggy morning but it was just what we wanted. Thank you very much for accepting this assignment and being flexible. We are leaving for Ukraine in a couple of months. We are very excited! Please take care of yourself. Mihoko and Dean" 

Jordan and Stan @ Quantico "David went above and beyond our expectations not only for our wedding day but afterwards as well. We were given David's name after applying to rent the chapel on the Quantico Marine Corps base. With only two weeks notice David was willing to officiate our wedding day. He took the time to get to know us beforehand so he could make our day special. It meant so much to us that he was a man of professionalism and genuine kindness. Following the wedding, David went out of his way to make sure my husband received certified copies of our marriage license. The first one we applied for got lost in the mail. So David took the initiative to drive to the courthouse and get it to my husband on the base by hand. We cannot thank him enough for the sacrifices he made to get us those certificates. If you are looking for someone to create a unique and memorable wedding day, David and Donna are the perfect match!" 

Rachel and Thomas @ White Hall Estate, King George "Very pleased with David Norford service! He was very accommodating and cared about my ceremony and my marriage certificates. Thank you. Rachel Perkins" 

Jennifer and Daniel @ Riverwind "Thank you Mr. Norford for making day special and allowing us to share your home [Riverwind] with our closest family and friends. You made the day easy and relaxing. Thanks again, Danny and Jennifer Caputo"

Tyler and Terry @ Nokesville "Thank you for making our day so special !!" 

Teresa and Bill @ Riverwind "We had a wonderful experience. We weren't sure what to expect but David put us at ease. He was professional, personable and had a good sense of humor. His home [Riverwind] was beautiful and the perfect place for us to get married. It was a great experience and we will cherish this memory forever. Thank you!" 

Monica and Steven @ Spotsylvania "Thank you so much! Steven and I couldn't have dreamed of a  better officiant to conduct our wedding ceremony than you. You put a lot of thought into what you wrote, and took our thoughts and wishes into consideration. We enjoyed your humor and personal touch during the ceremony. We love your personality. You're great! We had a wonderful experience in spite of the weather, and it was in large part due to you. Thank you for helping to make our wedding a beautiful one and making it special with your personal touch!"

 Michelle and James @ Presidential Lakes, King George "We are so very pleased with the way our special day turned out. Special thanks to David, our ceremony was beautiful and the easiest part was what David took care of. We received our documents super fast afterwards. Thanks so much!" 

Kathleen and Patrick @ Riverwind "David and Donna, Thank you so much. Not only did you make it so easy for us to say 'I do' but you hosted our girls and made them feel just as involved. You are wonderful hosts and genuinely wonderful people. You met us only days before and kept it anxiety free. You are wonderful at what you do. We were blessed to find you, meet you, be married by you, and to have a wonderful memory of the day you made so special for a new family. Thank you again, Sincerely, Patrick and Kathleen Murphy" 

Tabby and Tyler @ Fredericksburg "Great to have at my wedding. Very friendly and easy to work with. Highly recommend!" 

Michele and Jason @ Riverwind "We had a great experience with David. Highly recommend "marryus" for couples looking to avoid the noise of a traditional wedding and focus on small intimate ceremony. Thanks for everything! Jason and Michele" 

Wanda and Chris @ Riverwind "5 stars. Great venue [Riverwind] and people." 

Tilly and Jeff @ Riverwind "Thank you Mr. and Mrs. Norford! Wonderful to work with, very flexible and accommodating. Beautiful home and grounds [Riverwind]."

Molly and Brandon @ Hartwood "Mr. Norford was so sweet! He was very professional, came early and made sure we had everything we needed and made my husband and I feel like family." 

Shirley and Derrick @ Riverwind "David, We just wanted to say thank you again for performing our ceremony on 17 March 2018! You made it perfect with your attention to detail and extreme professionalism. You made us both feel very comfortable and welcomed in your home. It was exactly what we had hoped for! We will not hesitate in recommending you to any and every one! Many blessings to you and your family! Thank you again!!

Derrick & Shirley Wright Fredericksburg, VA" June and Steve @ Prince William "We wanted to be married around the holidays in our own home. David was more than accommodating, came to our home, and with family and friends made our wedding day very special. It was simple and memorable with big smiles and happy tears. Thanks Dave!" 

Allie and Justin @ King George "Mr. Norford was absolutely wonderful to work with. In a time crunch he was accommodating and respectful. He was able to provide us with type of ceremony we wanted without a lot of planning time. We weren't able to meet in person before but he took the time to listen over the phone and help us make our big day run as smooth as possible. I would definitely recommend him!" 

Mandy and Matt @ Quantico "We are so lucky we found Mr. Norford. He made the process so easy and walked us through everything. He also performed a beautiful ceremony that fell in line with exactly what we wanted. We would recommend him to everyone. Thank you!!" 

Michelle and Mark @ King George "Mr. Norford was everything we have hoped for and more to tie our ceremony together. He was extremely personable and so patient with all our questions and concerns. During our ceremony he explained the meaning of a ring and the reasoning behind it. We will be forever grateful that you were a part of our special day and could not imagine anyone else standing up there with us. Thank you so much! Mark and Michelle Silva"

Teaira and Zavon @ King George "We love everything about you, Mr. Norford. You made our day so special. You are a blessing to us. Thank you beyond words. I will tell everyone about you. We love and thank you so much." 

Sarah and David @ King George "Our experience with Mr. Norford was delightful! He was warm, friendly, and personable. He showed up early to go over exactly what we wanted to ensure we got the experience we were looking for! I would absolutely recommend him to others as a wonderful officiant! Thank you!!!" 

Stephanie and Jason @ Riverwind "Thank you so much for opening your home [Riverwind] so I could have my wedding. Even though mother nature didn't cooperate, you and your family made my wedding magical and memorable. I will never forget it. Best day ever!" 

Diana and Rick @ Riverwind "Thank you Donna and David for the marriage ceremony that you performed for us. You did everything you said you would to make sure that our experience was memorable. You two are the best." 

Marici and Brian @ Gainesville "My husband and I got married back in October and hired Donna Norford to be our officiate. We were married on a golf course overlooking a beautiful pond. Donna was professional, warm, and kind. It was very easy working with her. The words used to perform our ceremony were exactly what we wanted. Donna and her husband David are two caring individuals and will do an amazing job. We want to thank Donna for being a part of our special day and we would highly recommend her to other couples." 

Kathleen and TJ @ Riverwind "Thank you for a beautiful day! We still talk about our ceremony and the beautiful location. We love how you made us feel very welcome - and made our parents very comfortable, too. Thank you for being part of our new life and making it official!" 

Monika and Neal @ Riverwind "David, you, Donna and [Riverwind] were the best choice we could have made. Everything was picture perfect. Thank you!" 

Terri and Mike @ Riverwind "Thanks for having us. Everything was perfect." Jayde and Marvin @ Riverwind "Mr. Norford, we can not thank you enough for all that you did to make our 'big day' complete! You showed nothing but kindness from start to finish. Our wedding rocked! Thank you so very much!" 

Synclaire and Joshua @ Riverwind "My wedding was beautiful thanks to David and Donna. Super friendly and easy to work with, our wedding went smoothly, just as I imagined. I loved having my wedding at Riverwind." 

Leslie and David @ Riverwind "I wanted to thank you for the wonderful marriage experience at [Riverwind]. The tranquil surroundings, the views, David and I couldn't have had a better wedding day. We will always be greatly blessed by the memories on that wonderful day." 

Taylor and Michael @ Hartwood "It was an honor to have David Norford there to officiate our special day. We had a lot of ups and downs that day, so many things went wrong. Once the ceremony started, David really, truly captured the love in the room and even had the audience laughing. He spoke and it seemed like all the negative weight of the day faded away. He said many beautiful words and even included a poem we had mentioned to him. The whole event was just amazing and I would like to thank you for the wonderful memory you gave to us."

 Amber and Cory @ Riverwind "I couldn't have asked for a more beautiful ceremony. The effort and hard thoughtful work was evident. It was great to have someone marry us that did it not for the money but because it is enjoyed. That made our day even more special. Cory and I can't thank you enough for everything!" 

Kelly and Jason @ Dahlgren "Thanks so much for officiating our wedding. The process was simple and easy and exactly what we wanted. Only thing I'd say was that it was tough to find you! I found your name in the depths of the KG County website. The ceremony was short and sweet and you made us both relaxed and comfortable. Appreciate all that you did."

 Lyn and Gerry @ Riverwind "Perfect location and an excellent experience. They were truly a blessing!" Traci and Dwayne @ King George "Thank you for officiating our wedding ceremony. Aside from it being so hot, everything was good. We especially liked how fast it was!" 

Debbie and Greg @ Spotsylvania "David gave my wedding that special touch even though we had not met face to fact before our wedding day. I felt like I knew him. He was very warm and friendly. David, may we ask a favor of you? We would like a copy of our wedding vows. They were perfect and I want to frame them. Thank you."​ 

Melissa and Andre @ Riverwind " You made our wedding day extra special with your warm wishes and blessing. Thank you." 

Brandy and Terry @ Riverwind "The whole experience was wonderful. Words can't describe how perfect my day was. I do thank you for giving us the perfect wedding. You were so understanding and patient and the vows fit us completely. You exceeded my/our expectations. Thank you, again. I will recommend you to others." 

Tina and Frank @ King George "Tina Willis and I could not be more pleased with your service! From our first meeting at your lovely home [Riverwind], you imposed a very high sense of concern for our desires. It was an outdoor ceremony, but the weather was not cooperating. Your calming and casual attitude to wait a bit longer before starting made all the difference. The rain stopped, the sky cleared and with some help from our crowded house, everyone pitched in and we had our outdoor wedding. Your sincere, thoughtful and meaningful words were exactly the type of service we expected. Although secular, we felt you brought a definite sense of deep and devotional atmosphere to our wedding. We are grateful to you!" 

Shannon and Robert @ Westmoreland "I think our little service was perfect. You did an excellent job. You seem to be a sweet person and noticed our love. Robbie is a hopeless romantic, a rare find these days. I would recommend you to anyone. Thank you so much!" 

Jennifer and Christopher @ Riverwind  "Mr. Norford was not only amazing, willing accommodate our very quick elopement, but he also made us and our families feel completely welcome. He made our wedding day that much more special for my husband and I. Riverwind is beautiful and I could not have asked for a more perfect wedding day!" 

Selena and Steve @ Riverwind "Thank you for everything. Such a wonderful, amazing ceremony you gave us. It's people like you who make a difference in this world. Again, we appreciate you both for opening your home [Riverwind] to us. Thank you." 

Robin and Rasean @ Riverwind "David, I have never ever felt so much compassion and caring for another human being as I did with you. Our experience was absolutely amazing. Our day was beautiful and so were the words spoken by you. We were blessed to have found you. Many, many thanks to you." 

Chris and Teresa @ Riverwind "Thank you so much for making our marriage ceremony so special. It was perfect. We wanted a simple, loving and family oriented ceremony and we were overjoyed! We felt very special to be in your home [Riverwind] to celebrate our day. The sand ceremony for us and our children was beautifully written and really shows the importance we have focused on bringing our families together! Thank you, again."

Ted and Michelle @ Riverwind "Michelle and I really appreciate you officiating our wedding on December 24, 2015. Your home [Riverwind] is beautiful and you did a great job before, during and after the ceremony." 

Billy and Jessica @ Caroline "You came out on the very last minute notice and were extremely kind and patient. We gladly recommend your services to anyone. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. God Bless!" 

Robert and Margaret @ Riverwind "Thanks so much for making our day even more special and warm."

Jacob and Mya @ Riverwind "Our experience was wonderful, very pleasant, and comfortable atmosphere. The professionalism displayed was wonderful. Mrs. Norford made November 3, 2015 one that we will never forget." 

Paul and Tonya @ Spotsylvania "Mr. Norford was very professional and heartfelt. The wedding vows were perfect. Very flexible and reasonable. Highly recommend!" 

Alvin and Andrea @ Riverwind "We really don't know where to begin, this is a day we will never forget. You exceeded our expectations in so many ways. From the first day we came out and saw [Riverwind] for our pre-wedding meeting, it was a wonderful experience from start to finish. Even when it was over you exceeded our expectations [referring to fast filing of the marriage license and  receiving the certified copies]. You are very professional, you listen, and you make things happen. I felt like I had a million dollar wedding. You gave us 200% satisfaction and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Everyone I speak with asks how did we meet and engage the services of this wonderful person. I would not hesitate to recommend you. You are the best." 

Michael and Diane @ Riverwind "I have nothing but positive things to say about the entire experience we had with the services provided by Mr. Norford. Mr. Norford was easily reachable, sincere and obviously very experienced performing marriage ceremonies. Mr. Norford also took his time with us to make sure the ceremony he was performing was right for us. Mr. Norford's home, Riverwind, was a beautiful location for our ceremony - it proved perfect for us. After our experience with David Norford, I would not hesitate to recommend his services as a Marriage Officiant. One last comment, Mr. Norford's following up on the paperwork was stellar. We received our certified documents before the week was out." 

Michael and Nicki @ Riverwind "Donna and David made us feel so welcome and made our special day wonderful. Very personal and warm service." 

Ryan and Penny @ King George "Everything Mr. Norford provided to my husband and I exceeded our expectations. Mr. Norford promptly executed our paperwork due to our move the following day. The ceremony was perfect. The vows fit us to a tee and I am beyond happy with his services and professionalism."

Joe and Barbara @ Ashford Farm "Mr. Norford made our day very special. He was very kind and professional. He made us feel like we had known him for years. We highly recommend David Norford!" 

Ryan and Ashley @ Riverwind "You helped us a lot with making sure everything went well. We thank you." 

Tyler and Jessica @ Riverwind "Mr. Norford married my wife and I with short notice. We're a military family and had a time sensitive date. He was extremely accommodating, not only for the actual service, but throughout the entire process. We highly recommend Mr. Norford and his lovely home [Riverwind] for any couple intending to unify their love through marriage. With much appreciation.." 

Mark and Annette @ Riverwind "Being an older couple, we choose a private wedding in your beautiful home [Riverwind]. Thank you for your services in conducting traditional vows. Warmest regards." 

Mark and Stephanie @ Riverwind "Thank you for marrying us! We enjoyed meeting you and have been telling our friends and family what a wonderful experience we had. And, we loved your home [Riverwind] - so beautiful. Take care and God Bless." 

Jeremy and Michele @ Riverwind "I can't think of anyone else I would have wanted to perform our ceremony. I highly recommend Mr Norford! 

Eugene and Kristy @ King George "Mr. Norford was exceptional. He was very accommodating with our schedules. He offered us various options with our vows. We would recommend him again and again. Thanks" 

Taylor and Jasmyn @ Riverwind "Mr. Norford was kind, professional and flexible. We had our ceremony at his property [Riverwind] and it was very picturesque. I suggest you offer to perform ceremonies outside near the river. I will recommend Mr. Norford to my engaged friends." 

Jared and Catherine @ Riverwind "We loved being able to recite our own vows. It was nice having options as far as what kind of ceremony we wanted. It was so nice letting us use [Riverwind] to join our lives together. Overall amazing experience!!" 

Jacob and Teresa @ Riverwind "Mr. Norford is a very caring and compassionate individual who really strives to make your special day a one of a kind moment. He takes your needs and wants and makes them a reality. He goes above and beyond no matter how small the ceremony. Thank you Mr. Norford for everything. We look forward to renewing our vows with you!" 

Drew and Melanie @ Fredericksburg "We loved having David as our Officiant. He took time to meet with us, listen to what we wanted and put together the perfect vows and sand ceremony." 

Shauntey and Chantel @ Riverwind "David was very easy to work with. He gave us exactly what we were looking for. Simple and stress free. I could not have imagined  a better day. Thank you David!" 

Curtis and Cheryl @ Riverwind "Very nice service. We like that you took the time to talk, ask questions, and explain everything." 

Brian and Tonya @ King George  "David made our day very special. He was sure to provide the type of service that we wanted. I would highly recommend him." 

John and Robin @ King George "My husband and I were very pleased with how professional, courteous, and pleasant you were. You made our ceremony very memorable to us. Thank you so very much."