Alexis & Albert
Wedding Party
Kathleen Bissell
Maid of Honor
Alexis and Kat met on Alexis' 21st birthday, doing nothing other than singing karaoke. They had an instant connection and over the past several years, this has blossomed into an incredibly beautiful friendship. Kat has been there for Alexis through so many different trials and tribulations, but also through some extremely exciting times. Their senses of humor feed off of each other, and you will never be bored around Kat. She is the funniest person Alexis knows and also gives the best advise, and that is coming from a therapist. Kat has been an unwavering resource and support for the bride through it all and the bride can’t wait to have Kat as one of her maids of honor on this special day.
Mariah Russell
Maid of Honor
Alexis and Mariah, or Grams, as we call her, met while Mariah was still a freshman in college. They met through some mutual friends and instantly realized just how alike they are and hit it off. Since then, their friendship has done nothing but grow, even with the long distance in between them. They try to visit each other, and constantly talk. There has never been a time where Alexis has doubted her friendship with Mariah, and Mariah has been one of the most stable and supportive friends that Alexis has ever had. Mariah’s unwavering love and compassion for others is what sets her aside from the rest, and the bride is beyond happy and excited to have her as one of her maids of honor for this special day.
Brittany Pearson
Bridesmaid
Alexis and Brittany started their friendship back in 2005, when they were both in the fifth grade and coincidentally met in the bathroom. Brittany made a comment about how tall Alexis was, and they instantly hit it off, and have been not just best friends, but sisters ever since. You cannot choose your biological family, but Brittany has been a staple in the bride's life for as long as she can remember, and Alexis considers Britt family. For as long as she can remember, Brittany has been a part of her life. Through all of the different chaos and excitement life has thrown, these two have stayed strong and connected, always.
Amy Place
Bridesmaid
Alexis met Amy the first week of freshman year of college, and upon first meeting, they actually did not like each other, as Amy doesn't like germs, and Alexis thought it was a good idea to lick Amy's face. However, shortly after that, they realized that they are actually really alike and get along really well, and since then, Amy has been such an incredible friend to the bride. She is easily one of the most understanding and supportive people Alexis knows and Alexis is beyond excited to have Amy by her side on this special day and through life.
Shanda Neal
Bridesmaid
Shanda and Alexis also met on the bride's 21st birthday. They quickly realized that they are very alike, as they have the same Hogwarts House (shoutout Slytherin), and are the same person on the Golden Girls as well. They may not talk every day, but Alexis knows that Shanda is always there for her, through everything. Shanda is full of life experiences and advise and has been such an incredible support for the bride ever since they met.
Missy Sprout
Bridesmaid
Melissa, or Missy, and Alexis are newer friends, but time doesn't mean anything in the bride's eyes, as she sees quality over quantity always, and Missy is truly a quality friend. Since making her entrance into the bride's life, she has very quickly become an incredible support and friend to Alexis and continues to keep the bride laughing with her sense of humor. She is so funny and kind, and her compassion and love for others radiates from her.
Bobbi Schaeffer
Bridesmaid
Bobbi is another person that the bride met on her 21st birthday at the Stadium Club. Immediately, the bride recognized how incredible Bobbi is with her quick whit and attitude. She doesn't take anyone's crap and Alexis has always looked up to that. Bobbi is one of the strongest people the bride knows and she is so happy to have her support through this life.
Ashleigh Grier
Bridesmaid
Ashleigh joined the Grier family when she started dating the bride's brother and then finally married him in 2022. She is the best sister-in-law anyone could ask for and has always been there for the bride. Her kindness sets her apart from others and makes everyone love her. Ashleigh has been an incredible addition to the bride's life, and Alexis could not be happier that Ashleigh will stand by her side on her day, just as Alexis did on Ashleighs special day.
Salem Styer
Best Man
Salem is the son of the groom and the best son the groom could have ever wished for. Albert was young when Salem was born, and Salem truly changed his life. He has grown into the sweetest, coolest, goofiest young man, and Albert is beyond proud to be his father. Salem and Albert are so alike in so many ways, and the groom loves his “mini me”. Salem has brought an incredible amount of joy to not only the groom, but the bride too. In fact, the bride could not love Salem any more if he was her biological kid, and this day could not happen without him up there right by his dad's side.
Nate Lewis
Best Man
Nate has been the grooms best friend for about 20 years now. They first met in 5th grade at Caln Elementary School, but their friendship didn't really start to form until after 6th grade. Nate and the groom share hobbies like mixed martial arts, target shooting, and video games. Nate has always been there for the groom through the good and the bad. If there was ever a time Albert needed someone, Nate was there without question, no matter what. He definitely earned the title "brother from another mother.”
Jake Pettine
Groomsman
Jacob, or Jake, is one of Albert's newest friends. They met shortly after covid started at Capriotti's in West Chester. Jake was applying for a job when Albert decided to bust through the back door wearing a clown mask, and it was at that moment the bond was formed. Week after week, they learned more about one another and eventually started to talk outside of work. Music was their biggest connection and their shared love of EDM solidified the friendship.
Cody Speed
Groomsman
Cody was introduced to Albert by a mutual friend. Cody and Albert shared similar interests with guns and music. Cody was the friend that never showed up empty handed, whether it was a bar night or just a random Wednesday, he always showed up with a cooler of beer. The friendship between Albert and Cody grew stronger the night Albert needed to go to the hospital after a night on the town to receive a few stitches in his finger. Cody has always been a solid support system for the groom.
Jamie Johnson
Groomsman
So many things can be said about James "Rafiki" Johnson, or Jamie. For starters, he used to have hair. Yes, Jamie. Albert and James met one another in passing every weekend when they were “mall rats”back in the day. After countless “hi’s,” “hey’s,” and “what's up’s,” they finally started having actual conversations with each other. The friendship evolved from them hanging outside of the mall to playing basketball at Kerr Park in Downingtown and the day would not be complete without Jamie up there with the groom. Especially since the bride loves him so much too.
Andre Morgan
Groomsman
Andre, or “Dre” and Albert met very randomly, but it didn't take long for a friendship to form. From video games to sports, Albert and Andre always have some sort of competition between the 2 of them. Whether they are sitting at home or out on the town an event is never boring when the 2 of them get together. Andre always brings so much fun with him wherever he goes, and the groom knows that his wedding day will be no exception.
Chris Bennett
Groomsman
Chris was a random addition to Albert's life. Chris was just returning home from his Naval station when he was introduced to Albert by Andre. A short time passed before Chris and Albert began to hang out on a regular basis, whether that be out and about in West Chester or just hanging out at home. Albert and Chris have definitely butted heads throughout the years, and the arguments were always over something stupid, but the fights always ended after a few minutes or after a good joke came out. Chris has always been there for Albert, especially when he was going through some personal struggles. A surprising, but irreplaceable addition to the grooms life and groomsmen.
John Hall
Groomsman
John has been a friend of both the bride and groom for several years, and they even argued about whose side he would stand on for the wedding. The groom won, as he has known John for a longer time. John was there when the groom and bride first started dating, and has been there for both of them every step of the way, both together and separately. Johns love for others and genuine kindness is what sets him apart from others and this day could not happen without him up there with the couple, no matter what side he is standing on.
Chance Young
Ring Bearer
Chance is the best and cutest nephew the bride could ever ask for. He is so smart and funny and he loves his best friend Lexi. Chance is the son of one of the maids of honor and it is perfect that both his mother and Chance are two of the brides favorite people. This day would not be complete without this cutie pie.
Khaleesi Reyes
Flower Girl
Khaleesi has been such a little blessing in the lives of both the bride and groom. She is so cute and funny and such a smart little peanut. Both the bride and groom love their little niece so much and are so excited to have her be a part of their special day.