Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding Officiant in Fort Collins, CO
Founded in 2005, Married by Maree has evolved from a passion project into a full-time dedication to crafting personalized ceremonies that reflect each couple's unique story. As a former hospice nurse turned celebrant, I bring emotional depth and a lifelong appreciation for meaningful rituals to every service. My approach combines creative storytelling with inclusive humor, drawing from extensive research into global wedding traditions and over 15 years of experience officiating hundreds of ceremonies. I prioritize collaborative planning through detailed questionnaires and consultations, ensuring every element aligns with clients' visions while maintaining legal compliance.My credentials include multiple minister ordinations and active leadership in the Colorado Association of Wedding Officiants, demonstrating both professional commitment and industry expertise. The business maintains strict E-E-A-T principles through transparent processes, verifiable experience, and client-centered service delivery.
Services
Wedding Ceremonies
Elopement Services
Vow Renewals
Baby Blessings
Funeral Services
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 18+ years of professional officiating experience since 2005
- Our ceremonies feature original scripts tailored to each couple's story
- We provide travel services to all 50 states with transparent mileage rates
- Our comprehensive planning process includes vow writing assistance and rehearsals
- We maintain multiple minister ordinations across diverse belief systems
Associations and certifications
- Colorado Association of Wedding Officiants
What people say
Perfect ceremony
Highly recommend
Best officiant
Creative storytelling
Stress-free experience
Services
Wedding Ceremonies
Custom-designed wedding ceremonies featuring original scripts, personalized vows, and tailored rituals. Includes comprehensive planning consultations, legal license filing, and optional rehearsal services. Available for traditional weddings, themed ceremonies, and non-religious celebrations across Colorado and beyond.
Elopement Packages
Streamlined elopement services for couples seeking private ceremonies. Includes officiant fees, basic vow customization, and legal documentation filing. Available at scenic Colorado locations and nationwide with transparent travel pricing. Ideal for small guest counts and spontaneous celebrations.
Vow Renewals
Symbolic vow renewal ceremonies for milestone anniversaries or personal milestones. Features personalized scriptwriting, ritual incorporation, and guest participation options. Designed to celebrate enduring love while creating new memories for couples and their families.
Baby Blessings
Custom baby blessing ceremonies celebrating new family members. Includes personalized naming rituals, family participation elements, and keepsake documentation. Designed to create meaningful connections while honoring cultural traditions and modern family values.
Funeral Services
Personalized funeral services honoring loved ones with meaningful tributes. Combines compassionate guidance with customizable elements to reflect individual lives. Available for both religious and non-religious families with collaborative planning support.
People
Maree
Lead Celebrant
Professional wedding officiant since 2005 with over 15 years' experience. Former hospice nurse turned celebrant, ordained in multiple traditions. Specializes in creative storytelling and personalized ceremonies. Hosted Lifetime Network's Married at First Sight Season 17.
Questions
What types of ceremonies do you officiate?
I perform weddings, elopements, vow renewals, baby blessings, and funeral services with customizable elements for each occasion.
Are travel fees included in your rates?
Local Colorado ceremonies include travel within 25 miles of Fort Collins. Distances beyond that incur $0.75/mile fees with overnight charges for 200+ mile round trips.
How far in advance should we book?
Recommend booking 6-12 months ahead for weekends between May-October. Shorter timelines possible for weekday or off-season weddings with availability checks via contact form.
What's included in your signature wedding package?
Custom ceremony script, unlimited planning consultations, vow writing assistance, rehearsal services, and legal license filing are all included in the $900 base rate.
Do you offer non-religious ceremonies?
Yes! While ordained in multiple traditions, I specialize in secular, humanist, and personalized ceremonies that reflect couples' unique beliefs and values.
How do you handle last-minute changes?
Flexible approach with no additional fees for reasonable changes made prior to final script approval. Emergency rescheduling options available with advance notice.
