Married by a Sea Captain

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About Married by a Sea Captain

Married by a Sea Captain

Wedding Officiant

I am a retired professional with a background in law and hospitality, holding degrees from Brigham Young University, Wake Forest University, and UNC School of Law. After officiating weddings in South Florida, I moved to Rancho Mirage to be near my grandchildren. I love helping couples create memorable, meaningful ceremonies. As a U.S. Coast Guard-licensed captain, I bring a relaxed, personal touch to every wedding, making your special day unique and enjoyable.

I am a retired professional with a background in law and hospitality, holding degrees from Brigham Young University, Wake Forest University, and UNC School of Law. After officiating weddings in South Florida, I moved to Rancho Mirage to be near my grandchildren. I love helping couples create memorable, meaningful ceremonies. As a U.S. Coast Guard-licensed captain, I bring a relaxed, personal touch to every wedding, making your special day unique and enjoyable.

In three words: Collaborative, Creative, Thoughtful

Services

Ceremony types

  • Civil Union
  • Commitment Ceremony
  • Elopement
  • Interfaith Ceremony
  • Legal License Signing
  • Multicultural Weddings
  • Non-religious Ceremony
  • Religious
  • Vow Renewal Ceremony

Religious affiliations

  • Buddhist
  • Catholic
  • Christian
  • Hindu
  • Interfaith
  • Jewish
  • Muslim
  • Secular
  • Spiritual
  • Unitarian

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  • Bride

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    •Amanda K.•Aug 11, 2025

    We were married in Palm Beach in February 2022, and because my husband is a yacht captain, we knew we wanted a sea captain to officiate our wedding. We found Captain Ray online and from our very first meeting, we knew we had made the right choice. He took the time to learn our love story, understand our vision, and work closely with us to create a beautiful interfaith ceremony with nautical touches that felt deeply personal and meaningful. Captain Ray blended warmth, professionalism, and charm, making both us and our guests feel completely at ease. Our ceremony was exactly what we hoped for — heartfelt, unique, and a true reflection of us. We are so grateful for his guidance and presence on our special day and highly recommend him to any couple looking for an officiant who truly listens, cares, and delivers a memorable experience.

  • Still Happily Married & in Love

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    •James & L.•Jul 28, 2025

    Please feel free to share our photos with people ready to make the sea journey! he's fun and great!

  • Married on a boat

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    •Teresa Koetzle B.•Jul 27, 2025

    Married by a Sea Captain was magnificent. They were very professional and lots of fun. Marrying on a boat was exceptional, and our captain was amazing. We were so happy to have him be part of our wonderful, memorable experience.

  • We loved the experience!

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    •Tom•Jul 23, 2025

    Ray did a wonderful job officiating our wedding! All in attendance were touched by his words.

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