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Elster's Professional Wedding Officiant Service LLC

Crafting Heartfelt Ceremonies for Couples
5 out of 5 stars and 6 reviews
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Phoenix, Arizona, AZ
Tucson, Marana, Oro Valley, Vail
Travel area: Within 100 miles See details
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Edward Elster
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Elster's Professional Wedding Officiant Service LLC is a Tucson, AZ-based wedding celebrant service. Owner and officiant Edward E. Elster is an ordained minister and a former US Army veteran crafting heartfelt ceremonies for couples who value meaning, connection, and authenticity. He has over 9 years of experience in the wedding industry where he has officiated over 25 weddings. At Elsters Professional Wedding Officiant Services LLC, he specializes in creating ceremonies that feel deeply personal, emotionally resonant, and beautifully tailored to your journey. Whether you're marrying for the first time, blending families, or celebrating love later in life, he brings warmth, professionalism, and a deep respect for your story. As a certified SYMBIS facilitator, he also offers premarital counseling for couples who want to build a strong foundation for marriage. His approach is inclusive, intentional, and rooted in the belief that every love story deserves to be honored with care and dignity.
Veteran-owned Business
3+ years in business
Speaks English
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Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Elopement
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Religious Affiliations
Christian
Protestant
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Premarital Counseling
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Vendor
Edward Elster
Owner
I am married and have three sons. I am originally from San Francisco, California, but relocated here in Tucson in 1994. I retired from both military and civilian careers. After retirement, I was ordained by American Marriage Ministries in October 2016 and have done over 23 weddings. On the personal side, my interests and hobbies are that I like to go bowling, traveling to historic sites, reading, collecting coins, and utilizing my computer skills. I enjoy mystery and spy movies and novels. As far as literature, I like English and American poetry, especially that of the English Romantic period.
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5.0
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6 reviews
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Edward was highly praised for his exceptional service and professionalism as an officiant for weddings. Reviewers appreciated his caring and thoughtful approach, flexibility in personalizing ceremonies, quick communication, and organization leading up to and during the wedding. Guests felt the ceremonies were intimate and well-organized. Edward's kindness, compassion, and responsiveness to couples' wishes were highlighted, making him a highly recommended officiant for a special day.
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10/19/2024
Edward was very caring and great with input for creation of our ceremony. He gave us flexibility for our ceremony to be personalized. Edward had an easy schedule and availabilit...
y to meet via facetime more than once. Very professional before, during, and timely with processing the marriage license. We felt and the guest felt our ceremony was intimate.
Response from Elster's Professional Wedding Officiant Service LLC on 10/20/2024
It was my pleasure to have officiated at your wedding. You chose a wonderful venue at Booj...
um Hidden Tree Gardens in Phoenix, Az. to officiate which I had for the first time. I enjoyed working with you both on your wedding journey and glad that you were patient on all the revisions of your wedding ceremony script. Truly it was a memorable day.
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9/07/2024
Edward called me back within 15 mins. We contacted him one week prior to the wedding. Edward quickly took action and we got it all together. His professionalism is remarkable as...
is kind thoughtful ways. This was an amazing event which we are so very grateful for Edward helping us get there. Thanks so much Edward!!
Response from Elster's Professional Wedding Officiant Service LLC on 09/08/2024
I want to thank you for giving me the honor of officiating your beautiful wedding on such ...
a lovely day. The weather was ideal, and I enjoyed sharing your memories of the bear canyon trailhead. Be blessed on your wedding journey!
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5/03/2024
Ed was a pleasure to work with. He has a lot of ways to celebrate that’s for sure however he is flexible and really listens to what you are asking of him.
Response from Elster's Professional Wedding Officiant Service LLC on 07/12/2024
Thanks for letting me share your memorable experience with you at Tubac Golf Resort & Spa....
It truly was a beautiful day and the venue was phenomenal. It was great working with you both and happy that you had a memorable experience.
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4/27/2024
Exceptional service, great communication. Would highly recommend his services.
Response from Elster's Professional Wedding Officiant Service LLC on 04/28/2024
It was indeed an honor to officiate for your wedding ceremony. I enjoyed meeting all your ...
family and the love they shared with you on this special memorable day! It was also great weather for you to add to the amazing time!! Thank you for taking the time to complete a review and especially for including some photos. I appreciate it immensely!!
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5/30/2023
My father was the perfect officiant for our wedding! He was so warm and welcoming, and he made us feel so special. He was very organized and professional, and he made sure that eve...
rything ran smoothly. He was also very flexible and accommodating to our needs. His words were heartfelt and meaningful, and he truly made our ceremony special. We couldn't have asked for a better officiant! 5 stars!
Response from Elster's Professional Wedding Officiant Service LLC on 05/30/2023
I am so thankful you allowed me the honor of accomplishing my goal of officiating your wed...
ding ceremony. It made me proud and happy. I wish much happiness for you both in the future.
AvatarK
5/27/2023
Edward was amazing! He is so professional and helped us from start to finish with everything involving our vows and ceremony. He is kind, caring, compassionate, and good listener a...
nd responsive to your own wants when it comes to your special day! Highly recommend Edward!!!
Response from Elster's Professional Wedding Officiant Service LLC on 05/30/2023
Thank you for your kind words and compliments. I appreciated the opportunity to officiate ...
your wedding ceremony and was honored to do so. I wish you both much happiness together in the future.

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11201 N. Tatum Blvd., Ste 300, PMB 893965, Phoenix, Arizona, AZ
11201 N. Tatum Blvd., Ste 300, PMB 893965, Phoenix, Arizona, AZ
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Tucson, Marana, Oro Valley, Vail
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Travel area: Within 100 miles
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