Wedding Party

Tracy Fox

Father of the Bride

I have always been my dad's little girl. I couldn't ask for a more loving and supportive father and I like to joke that he's the best dad I've ever had! He has always supported me in everything that I put my mind to from driving me to volleyball tournaments and rebounding for me, to being the number one fan of my art. He has always encouraged me to do my best and never hesitates to let me know that he is proud of me. I am so thankful for all of the things he has done for me and continues to do for me. He has always inspired me with his kindness, work ethic, and care for others. I know I can always count on him for a hug or a back scratch. He truly is the best dad I've ever had and I can't wait for him to walk me down the aisle (even though he will "have allergies" and make me cry too).

Johnna Fox

Mother of the Bride

I am so incredibly thankful for my mom. She has been the one who would pick me up from a friend’s house when I got homesick, the one that would pray with me every time I had a bad dream, and the one who I call when I have a hard day. She has always inspired me to put others first by her example of serving and being hospitable to others. She is always willing to help brainstorm and lend a hand to solve whatever problem I may be facing, even though I may not always be the most receptive. I am definitely not the best communicator so I am so thankful to have a mom who loves me unconditionally, despite my shortcomings. I am a lot of who I am today because of my mom. I wouldn't trade what she has given me for anything in the world and I am so excited to share this day with her.

Hailee Fox

Maid of Honor

I am so lucky to have grown up with a sister like Hailee. She has been the person that I look up to as well as my best friend. Her heart for others and relationship with Jesus has always inspired me and provided an amazing example for me and others. She paved the way for me and has had more of an impact on my life than she realizes. If it wasn't for Hailee, I probably would not have ended up at IU or CSF, and I would have never met Jeff! Hailee and I love to be goofy together and she never fails to make me laugh with her hilarious impressions and random thoughts. She is the one that has always taken time to listen when I feel that no one else can understand. I have been blessed with the best koala bear of a sister and I am so thankful that she will be by my side at my wedding!

Emma Hall

Bridesmaid

Not many people get to say that their best friends are their second cousins, but I can! Emma has been inseparable from my sister and I for as long as I can remember. With Emma, it's been constant laughter, sleepovers, vacations, and so many fun times. She has a presence and a giggle that can light up a whole room. I have always admired her passion and determination for anything that she sets her mind to. I can always count on her to send us something to make me laugh and brighten my day. Everything is just so much fun when Emma around. I will always cherish her friendship, love, advice, and sisterhood. Big things are coming for this one and the world just isn't ready for how awesome she is. I can't wait for so many more fun times and wonderful memories!

Claire Phillips

Bridesmaid

Claire is the most hilarious, entertaining person you will ever meet, aka my second cousin, aka one of my best friends. I have been so blessed to grow up with Claire and her family. She is always down for a pizza night or a good pep talk. You can always expect a warm welcome with a firm handshake and a “how the heck are ya?”. When we were younger, Claire was definitely a little rough, and being two of the younger cousins we got to spend a lot of time together for better or for worse. I can’t say I was never bruised after being around Claire but she always kept things interesting. She has grown into the most incredible person from being a future nurse to coaching a sixth grade basketball team. She is definitely one of the coolest people I know and I am so thankful for her.

Kelsey Gilliland

Bridesmaid

Kelsey is my second “big sister”. Her family has always been like family to ours, and from that we have been able to have such an amazing relationship. I remember when I was younger I would be so excited when Kelsey was coming over or when she would pick me up from school. She has always been someone that I look up to and someone that is so much fun to be around. It has been so amazing to grow up with her and to now see her grow with her own family, and to have that same great relationship with them as well. They are the ones that threatened Jeff (in a nice way) that things would not go well for him if he ever hurt me. Kelsey is a wonderful wife, mother, sister, and friend and I am so excited that she can share this day with me like I was able to share with her!

Emilee Smith

Bridesmaid

Emilee has been my roommate for all four years of college. I could not have asked for a better person to share my space and my life with. She has such a positive spirit, an infectious energy, an incredible love for food, and never fails to make me laugh. She has played such a big role in my college experience and has been an amazing friend to both Jeff and I! She is the one who gave Jeff advice before we were dating, allowed Jeff to be our honorary roommate, and now calls us "mom" and "dad". I will always cherish our late night conversations, her always saving me a seat at encounter, and our car rides listening to music. There has never been a dull moment in our friendship and even though we'll no longer be living together, she will always be my roommate.

Paige Overbeck

Bridesmaid

Paige was my beautiful roommate for two years and even though she’s married now, she will always be my roommate and one of my best friends. Paige has such an amazing energy that is inspiring, and she works hard to accomplish everything that she sets her mind to. She has always been willing to listen and give me amazing advice. I could not have been more blessed to have someone like Paige come into my life. She has also been around for the entirety of Jeff an I's relationship and very kindly allowed him to be our fourth "roommate" and her friend. From late night talks, to doing ballet workouts, to being in her wedding, I have so many amazing memories with Paige and I know that we will continue to make many more!

Elaina Cramer

Bridesmaid

Graceanna Cramer

Bridesmaid

Trent Bradford

Father of the Groom

My Dad and I have always bonded through sports. We spent many weekends on the road going to various sports tournaments and spending a lot of nights in hotels. This time we spent together helped to develop the strong relationship we have today. My sophomore year roommate, Grant King, always joked that when my dad would call, we would fly through the life updates to get to what we had saw in sports that day. Dad wanted to have a strong relationship with my brother and I from the day we were born. Because of this, he took us out to breakfast just the 3 of us every Saturday, a tradition that still stands whenever we are home. Each Saturday, we got a Sun Times, a Chicago Tribune, and a Daily Herald and would read our own sports section while we talked and ate.

Terri Bradford

Mother of the Groom

My mom was always an emotional rock for me growing up. She was the typical mom that would always be concerned for me even when I didn't want her to be. Mom and I were always great at working on projects together when I was in school and managed to always have a fun time, even if I was two days late on a book report and should have been stressed. Even though I don't call her as much as I should or as Greg might, she always will answer the phone if I call and say I need to talk or get something off of my chest. Mom is the person I would defend at all costs and is the relationship I look to as a model for the other relationships I have in life, including the one I have with Ashlynn. While I may give her a hard time, she always loves me and knows that I love her, even when I get frustrated.

Greg Bradford

Best Man

My brother and I have always had a strong friendship growing up. He has always managed to put up with me, even though I was the high energy, talkative kid, and he was the quiet introvert. For someone that cherished their alone time, he was able to deal with me moving into his bedroom for a few years growing up because I didn't like to be alone. I was always more willing to do something less fun if it meant I was doing it with Greg. He is a great example of how to properly follow God and challenged me in a positive and healthy way if he thought I could do better. Though I would fight back and argue with him, I always knew he only ever got mad at me because he had higher expectations for me than for others. Greg has always believed in me, and for that I am grateful.

Evan Fox

Groomsman

(Written by Ashlynn) Evan is my one and only brother. He is a teenager now which is crazy! When he was born, I can’t say that I was happy about not being the baby of the family anymore, but he has proved himself to be a pretty great addition. He truly is one of a kind. He is a talented musician and I am so proud of what he has accomplished at such a young age. He is always willing to help out or try something new. He is a quick learner, and maybe just a bit of a know it all, but overall he’s pretty handy. We may not always get along, but I will always love him and he will always be my favorite little bother.

Grant Gardner

Groomsman

Grant, better known as GWhiz, and I were set up as random roommates our freshman year at CSF. We grew close very quickly and were always there for each other with the deep conversations. Even if I'm laying in bed at 2 am, if I get that text from Grant asking if I'm still awake I start getting out of bed knowing a trip to Steak n' Shake is coming. Grant will always be there at the drop of a hat and is someone I definitely know God placed into my life for this purpose, he always has my back in everything. Thanks to IU messing up Grant's on campus housing form, I have been blessed with a friendship I know will never end. GWhiz is that guy who can make a flapjack out of 3 quarters and that ain't no lie as he spits his rhymes and moonwalks down the oceanfront if you get what I mean kangaroo.

Ian Holman

Groomsman

Ian and I had an interesting friendship. From me not knowing how to talk to him in elementary school because him and I were so different to us being in the same small group and becoming very close friends, we've been through a lot together. Along with Michael, we were among the few Wheaton Christian kids to go to Wheaton North and became even closer as a result. When he moved to Kansas it was very hard to say goodbye, but opened up the opportunity for Michael and I to road-trip to visit. While I am very bad at keeping up communications with people at long distance, Ian and I manage to keep in touch a good amount and are always asking each other about our lives. I am excited that he gets to be a part of my wedding and that I will get to be a part of his wedding two weeks after mine!

Nick Kult

Groomsman

Nick and I bonded pretty quickly when I met him freshman year as a part of our small group with Scott, and at college class at Sherwood Oaks. Nick will make a great youth minister because he truly cares about each person he interacts with. Even when I'm being a jerk or in a bad mood he still shows love and support and knows how to listen well when I need someone to vent to. Even though he goes to Olivet now I enjoy getting to call and talk to him every once and awhile. Nick is the guy I called before meeting with Tracy to ask for his blessing to marry Ashlynn because he knows how to keep me calm. Whenever Nick is back I always try to blindside him and jump on his back or give him a big ole hug because he is the type of guy people get excited to see when he walks in a room.

Nathaniel Philbrick

Groomsman

Ninker has been the guy that has always had my back ever since we were younger. He is the guy that would call me out and challenge me in a loving way because he knew when I could be better than I was. He believes in me and builds me up. He knows the right verse to give me when I'm struggling. I'll always remember our many rounds of golf, frequent Dairy Queen runs, and showing up unannounced at each others house. His family is also ver important to me. There have been times I have been at their house without Nink there. The Philbricks have always been my biggest fans and are always very excited for me when good things happen, and there for me when bad things happen. I also enjoyed the time I got to spend with their family at their place in Door County, and all the meals we have shared.

Ajay Sharma

Groomsman

Ajay and I met while at Indiana. Scott knew him from doing Campus Life together and invited him to come to CSF for encounter and to join our small group. I always forget that Ajay wasn't in our small group from the beginning because he seemed to always fit in and he was never an outsider with our group. I could not imagine doing life without him now. Ajay even spent Christmas Eve with my family going with us to church and is a very large part of my life. Ajay is the guy that puts up with every annoying thing I do loves me no matter what. He understands me in a way most others can't. I am very grateful for our friendship and know that we will be lifelong friends.

Michael Tucker

Groomsman

Michael and I have been friends almost as long as I can remember. Growing up only two blocks from each other we spent a lot of time together. What I loved most about Michael was we didn't have to do anything fancy when we would hang out. We would just get together and do random things like going to Dunkin right before close to get free donuts, or following each other on errands to the grocery store. Michael and I were always a great tag team. We paired up in just about everything from assassins our senior year, to badminton tournaments and spikeball. Him and I in almost any 2 on 2 sport are a great team that is tough to beat.

Scott Newland

Officiant

(Written by Jeff) Thanks to the fabulous Grant Gardner introducing us, Scott became a part of my life as my small group leader at the beginning of freshman year of college. Scott is great at pushing me out of my comfort zone and is someone that leads by example. He has been a great role model for my life and isn't afraid to ask me the tough questions. Scott has a way of figuring out how I actually feel and gets me to share most everything about my life. I have really appreciated the love he has shown Ashlynn as well and how he has been there for us as a couple. How he loves his wife, Ang, is a great example of how to love your spouse. His impact on Ashlynn and I's relationship has been great and I am excited he can be a part of our wedding as the officiant.