Amy & Jerry
Wedding Party
Skyler Dolihite
Maid of Honor
Davie, FL AMY: My amazing daughter. My rock. One of the most beautiful people I have ever encountered. You are stunning, smart, talented, honest, direct, so comical, stronger than you know. I am proud EVERYDAY for more reasons than I can name. You are the only person who has heard my heart beat from the inside and you carry that heart with you everywhere you go. We are sooooo blessed! JERRY: God gave me an awesome daughter that I swear has my genes. We share many talents and think a lot alike in so many ways. Drives Amy crazy sometimes. With each new day, conversation, and time together, I know that Doodle is my "Doodle-Bug"!
Rhonda Gilbert
Bridesmaid
Ft. Lauderdale, FL AMY: This best friend- a woman who I aspire to be like! She keeps me grounded. She lifts me up! She is so caring. She is an always positive force that absolutely has never left my side. I am honored to have her in my circle! JERRY: There are few women in life who readily accept their best friend's new man before meeting him. Rhonda had open arms and has always been there for us! She is family that I hope every one can have! ~
Travis Shaffer
Best Man
Valdosta, GA JERRY: Where do I start? 28 years and counting. My younger brother from another mother. We have been through a lot together, and apart. Travis is someone that makes you enjoy life and find the humor where it normally isn't found. He has seen me through the good times, and the bad, more than anyone else I know. Even being miles apart, we have always been there for each other. Family is not always blood-related, and Travis is one of the best brothers I could ever have in my life! AMY: Oh the stories I can't wait to hear!!!! You bring a smile to the heart of so many people. Thank you!
Liam Devine
Groomsman
Davie, FL AMY: Since you were 8 you have called me MOM. Since you were 8 you have felt like my son. I adore you! I love your excitement for life and the energy you create!! I love how protective you are about the people you consider family. I love the "never give up" when you have a goal. You are soooooooo very special. You always have my heart. And I am so glad you are here. JERRY: Besides Doodle, Liam was very apprehensive of Amy and I getting together at first (I was dubbed the Memphis Murderer). This young man I call my son. First day we met, perfect! We share many commonalities, especially the ocean.
Pat deOyarzabal
Giving of the Bride
Tremont City, OH AMY: I am HONORED my brother Pat accepted this important role of giving me away (although I am sure when I was younger he was ALL ABOUT giving me to anyone!). You are such a soft hearted soul who loves and cares for his family with a strength and love that is felt and seen with every action you take. I love you and respect you deeply and so very Thankful you are my brother! JERRY: Being the only man of six children, I cannot comprehend how Pat has stayed sane all these years. Before and after Dad's passing, Pat has always stood up and done the right thing for all of the ladies, especially with Vicki! I have a lot of respect for him and am completely honored that he accepted the role of Jack, and also that he will be my brother!!
Steve Stone, Sr
Officiant
Cordova, TN AMY: Teacher- like a parent that cares and guides you. Tribe leader. Challenged me to take a leap and embrace what I knew to be true in my heart. I'm learning "religion" but he has shown me Jesus. JERRY: Steve has always conveyed and taught the most important thing that Jesus died for... Love with no boundaries. His teachings and honesty are what brought me back to Christ, as well as reach Amy on a level that I never could when it comes to building a relationship with our Lord (he also baptized her!). ~