Wyona Moss and Jimmye Ashley just got married in Anderson. The 88-year-old South Carolina couple celebrated the emotional day with about 40 of their closest friends and family.
Moss’ grandson, Darien Rencher, 27, and his wife, Makenzie Rencher, 25, were in attendance, with Makenzie capturing and sharing the heartfelt moments on TikTok.
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“My husbands 88-year-old grandma got married today It’s never too late for love,” Makenzie wrote in a video that captured moments from the intimate celebration on March 15, including a sweet slow dance and kiss.
“She was so happy,” Makenzie noted in the caption of her post, which has since garnered nearly 2 million views and 500,000 likes. Makenzie explained that the couple first met at the Senior Center of their church, where Moss is the coordinator.
Ashley had moved to South Carolina and began attending the center “to meet new people.”
Makenzie told People, “Pretty soon he had his eyes on this remarkable lady, who happened to be Wyona.” She added, “He then asked her to be his ‘special friend.’ Well, they got tired of going their separate ways each day and talking over the phone at night. Mr. Ashley decided that he needed to seal the deal.”
A year later, Ashley sought the blessings of both of their children before proposing at the Senior Center.
Once they agreed, wedding plans quickly followed, and in less than a month, they were married with their family’s help. Moss walked down the aisle to “I Believe in You and Me” by Four Tops.
Makenzie posted clips from the wedding in hopes of inspiring others, showing that love can come at any age.
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“You could see how happy they were all day,” Makenzie recounted. “They still have an innocent young sweetness about them. Their story is such a beautiful testimony to never let anyone ever tell you that you’re too old to live out your dream or to find love!”
The wedding touched many TikTok users, sparking over 3,000 comments. Many shared personal stories about their loved ones finding love later in life.
Moss and Ashley’s wedding serves as a reminder that love knows no age limit.
Their heartwarming story resonated with many, proving that it’s never too late to find happiness and companionship.
With the support of their family and community, the couple began a new chapter together, celebrating the power of love at any stage in life.
