Wedding Party
Angela (Angie) Burel
Mother of the Bride
If you're wondering where Amanda gets her smile from, you've found the lady. Angie and Amanda are a dynamic mother-daughter duo, and they have been talking about this moment since Amanda was in elementary school. Angie loves to travel, hang out with her family, and has bonded with her son-in-law over their love for Peaky Blinders.
Shantelle (Shan) Aitchison
Mother of the Groom
If you know Tory, you know that he's a Cincinnati Bengals fan, and that fandom came from his beautiful mother, Shan. Besides being a Bengals fan, she's a huge fan of Dave Mathews Band, and Amanda and Tory have ensured they made it to the wedding mix. Shan loves traveling and cooking, and she has bonded with her daughter-in-law over their mutual love of crafting.
Donnie Burel
Father of the Bride
We can't talk about the Bengals without also including Amanda's love for the Dallas Cowboys. You can thank this man right here for Amanda's unwavering loyalty to her team and her love for football season. Donnie is an experienced father of the bride, as Amanda is the LAST daughter he is giving away. Donnie is a Corvette enthusiast and grill master, and he has bonded with his son-in-law over their mutual love of cigars.
Bernard (Bunky) Harkleroad
Father of the Groom
With Tory's height it's not surprising that he used to play basketball, but with a coach as a father OF COURSE HE DID! In his free time Bunky enjoys endurance fitness. (ask him about an 'ultra-marathon'). He can often be found spending time waterside with his dogs, Luna & Penny. Or turning the kitchen into a laboratory with his affinity for experimental dishes. A competitive fervor on family game nights and adoration of athletics is shared between Bunky and his daughter-in-law.
Sara Kesler
Maid of Honor
A shoulder to cry on, an ear to listen , and a forever drinking buddy. The best of friend and the best maid of honor. Sara and Amanda met as coworkers and quickly became best friends. They have navigated dog motherhood together, the paralegal world, and now the opportunity to wedding plan together. Sara loves to go camping, and she's always down for a thrifting trip. Sara and Tory share a mutual love of the Sacramento Kings and annoying Amanda with a "Light the Beam" call.
Thomas (Ty) Harkleroad
Best Man
So much more than a birthday and bedroom has been shared between Ty and Tory through the years. The younger not-so-little brother of the groom has been the definition of Tory's best friend, and is now his Best Man! Ty enjoys vintage cars, especially those capable of off-roading. You can catch him in the garage putting his collection of antique tools to use. Ty is a video game enthusiast that defies the stereotype of the big brother always winning. A love of football, country music & Chihuahuas is mutual between him and his Sister-in-law
Karimah Williams
Matron of Honor
Karimah is one of Amanda's eldest sisters and hands down her favorite babysitter growing up! It's only appropriate that Karimah stands by Amanda on her wedding day as her matron of honor as Amanda did on her wedding day as her maid of honor. Amanda and Karimah are known for killing the sangria at all the family gatherings. Karimah loves to travel and be with her family. Karimah and her brother-in-law have bonded over their love of the Sacramento Kings and having too much fun in Sin City!
Tahni Jenkins
Groomswoman
With little more than a years age between the two, there is little in life that Tory & Tahni haven't experienced together. fortunately Her brothers wedding day will be no exception! When school is not in session she is most certainly on an adventure with her daughter Abi. Tahni is a concert enthusiast with a talent for snagging tickets. You may see her at San Jose Sharks games, or out camping and hiking with her family. Tahni and her Sister-in-law both enjoy teasing Tory and share a love of swimming and nature.