Jim Chinn meets his match; masters pals among wedding party
M50 bachelor-no-more Jim Chinn, the world-class quarter-miler, got hitched yesterday in north San Diego County, where he lives. He and his bride Cecile — approaching liplock below — were married in the cozy chapel of the historic Rancho Guajome Adobe in Vista, a few miles from where they’re making their home in her place. Nine masters track friends were among the 90-plus witnesses to the 3 p.m. wedding, including meet announcer Peter Taylor, who flew out from Baltimore the day before and was set to return home today. Other masters present included James Lofton, Greg Pizza, David Hockersmith (from Scottsdale, Arizona), Durrell Turnage, Eric Dixon, Corey Moody (from Las Vegas) and Dave DiMassa.
Jim and Cecile do a PDA before a packed audience in old-time chapel.
Architect Jim and dental hygienist Cecile hope to honeymoon in New York City this spring. Their reception was held at her home, which he now shares while he rents out his former residence.
The Chinns were officially pronounced married at 3:37 p.m. Pacific time Thursday in Vista, California. (Photo by Chris Stone)
The bulk of masters visitors gathered with Jim on the stairway of their beautiful home at the catered reception, where a live band played in the living room feet away.
First row, from left: James Lofton and Corey Moody. Second row: Ken Stone, Greg PIE-Zuh and Durrell Turnage. Third row: David Hockersmith and Jim Chinn. Top row: Dave DiMassa and Peter Taylor. (Photo by Chris Stone)
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I don’t personally know them but congrats!! Thanks for sharing the photos and wish you all of the happiness in the world. This coming from a guy who has an anniversary today – me and my wife Nancy. I can relate. 😉
Congratulations to the newlyweds! May you enjoy many Happy New Years with each other. Superb photos, which I presume were taken by Chris and possibly Ken. Very happy for Jim and Cecile.
Congrats Jimmy!
Congratulations to one of the nicest guys in masters track and his beautiful bride as well!
Congratulations James……Sully
Congrats, James.
Congratulations James and Cecile! Many happy and wonderful new years to you! Laugh lots, love lots, and forgive lots! Enjoy!
Dang jim…I No longer have a roommate for nationals:-) ….congrats.!!
Congratulations & Happy New Year Jim & Cecile! Very happy for you!!!
Congratulations James/Cecile…
Congrats Jim, I’m sorry I couldn’t make it but you doing a track workout before the wedding is an all time classic! Stay blessed.
Congratulations James i wish you both all the very best for the future together.
Congratulations! May you have many blessed years together.
Best wishes James.
best wishes for a long and loving life together…!
Congratulations Jim and Cecile. Cecile welcome to the track family.
Congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Chinn!
I am suprised that the group picture is focused and not blury because there are quite a few speedy gentlemen on those stairs! 🙂
Congatulations Jim. Maybe this will finally slow you down a little bit. I wish you both the best and, of course, Happy New Year! Thank God I’ve move up.
Congratulations Jim! Best wishes and Happy New Year!
James Congrats, I’m very happy for you and your new bride–see you on the Track very soon–Mark
Richest blessings to Mr. and Mrs. Chinn and best wishes for a happy New Year!
Congratulations, James and Cecile. I hope you will have many, many happy years together.
I’m very happy for you James. Congratulations to you and Mrs. Chinn.
Congrats James!
Congratulations James. Best wishes to you and Mrs Chinn.
Congratulations to you both Mr. and Mrs. Chin.
Congrats James. Best wishes to you and the new wife.
Best wishes to both of you! You make a beautiful couple!
Congratulations, James, to you and your new wife. So wonderful …
Hey Jim, Congrats to you and your bride, your guys make a beautiful couple.
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