Wedding Party
Alyssa Rodriguez
Maid of Honor
Alyssa is Brianna's younger sister and biggest headache. Growing up the two would fight every 5 minutes about everything, but as they got older Brianna and Alyssa would turn to each other to vent about all of life's struggles or to share a funny meme. Alyssa is a student at A&M Corpus Christi where she is studying Elementary Education. She loves to eat baked potatoes and late night Cane's, take mid-afternoon naps, and watch sunsets - especially on the Corpus beaches. Alyssa is great when you need a laugh and is always down to go for a drive or shopping trip, just don't ask her to watch a movie with you or she WILL fall asleep.
Steven Neaves
Best Man
Steven and Brandon met in college when he started going to First Baptist Church and joined the small group Steven led. They eventually lived together the following summer, started leading that small group together, and have lived with each other for the past few years now. Steven is a photographer/videographer with his own business and currently works for Baylor doing academic video production. He likes to travel across the country for work and has a ton of fun doing it. In his leisure time, he likes to read, and watch very particular videos keeping up with the tech industry.
Cassandra Riddle
Matron of Honor
Cassie is Brianna's older sister and is constantly looking out for her. Cassie is married to Dr. David Riddle and together they have an absolutely adorable son, Olin Riddle. Cassie works at a private Catholic school as their Admissions Director and has both her Bachelor's and Master's degrees. Cassie loves to go to the movies and spend afternoons at the pool with her family. Cassie is a great listener, will always offer advice when you need it and loves to laugh hysterically at the most random (and typically not that funny) TikToks. All their life Cassie has been supportive of Bri and is the first one to step up to protect any of her siblings.
Tony Riasco
Groomsman
Tony is Brandon’s cousin and ever since they were little, the two were either the best of friends or the biggest of rivals for no reason. They grew up going to each other's houses throughout the year, attending VBS together, playing video games, re-enacting crazy “stunts”, skating around the neighborhood, and getting into crazy adventures. Growing up together was a great blessing for each of them, and as time went by, they grew to respect and look up to one another even more. Tony is an Infantry Platoon Leader in No Slack stationed at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. He has recently come home from a stint in Eastern Europe and is currently residing in Clarksville Tennessee.
Abel Rodriguez
Bridesman
Abel is Brianna's cousin and favorite person to bother at every family event. The two of them grew up with random phone calls, spontaneous trips to the movies, late night Starbucks or chicken nugget runs and creating secret alliances while playing board games with family. Abel is always open to long talks and is willing to listen and offer advice to any life problems you may have. Abel spent 5 years in the US Air Force before retiring in Seattle with his husband. Abel has since joined the Air Force Reserves and works as a Flight Clerk. Outside of work, Abel adores being a dog dad and taking care of his babies, Misandei and Dobby. Abel has always been one of Brianna's favorite people and a trusted shoulder to lean on.
Veronica Mancinas
Groomswoman
Veronica met Brandon in high school doing audio and visual tech for their church. He was scared to talk to her as he was scared of all extroverts and women at the time. This did not stop Veronica from being his friend even while having wildly different paths in life. They would hang out at church working together during the service, talk about anime, and school drama. Veronica has lived in Houston her whole life. She currently works for the Harris County Criminal Courthouse and she just received her Masters in Criminal Justice from the University of Texas.
Fayeth Lewis
Bridesmaid
Fayeth has been Brianna's best friend and roommate since they met in 2019 at their work study jobs on UMHB campus. Fayeth is currently an elementary art teacher and is working on her Master's of Theological Studies to one day become a professor. Fayeth loves cartoon shows, doodling, knowing celebrity drama, her dog Maui and her family. Fayeth is a huge supporter of Brianna and will always go out of her way to make sure she feels loved. Fayeth is never judgmental and has acted as Brianna's personal therapist for the past few years. The pair have spent hours procrastinating work, going out for drinks, heading to the gym, and so many more fun moments. Brianna will forever cherish the years they spent being housemates and promises to always have space in her new house for Fayeth to visit.
Jacob Chesser
Groomsman
Jacob and Brandon met in college when Brandon was an innocent little freshman trying to learn all that he could. Jacob was one of Brandon's mentors throughout college, he helped him grow in his walk with Christ and is someone whom Brandon looks up to very highly. Brandon would cook for Jacob and he would act as his personal taste tester while they were roommates. Jacob and his amazing wife Hannah currently serve as missionaries in the amazing nation of Albania. Jacob enjoys coffee, Lord of the Rings, sporadic parkour, and moments to share Christ.
Hannah Berg
Bridesmaid
Hannah and Brianna met in 2019 when Brianna joined the UMHB Speech & Debate team. For the next two years the two bonded during tournaments and became close friends. Following graduation, Brianna and Hannah began teaching at the same High School and have leaned on each other for support in their early teaching years. Hannah is the yearbook advisor, Speech and Debate coordinator and an English II teacher (overwhelming and impressive all at once!) for their school. Hannah enjoys spending time playing on her switch, reading, and going to see the newest movies in theatres with her husband, Andrew. When school isn't stressing them out, Brianna and Hannah spend time grabbing food together or walking around target, usually while laughing at some bad joke one of them made.
DeMichael Franklin
Groomsman
DiMichael and Brandon met all the way in Middle school where they lived close enough to walk home together all the time. They both joined band together but were on the wrestling team together! They wrestled all throughout highschool and enjoyed long practices and endless weekends in tournaments together. DeMichael was born in California but grew up in Katy, Texas. He later moved to Iowa for college to wrestle and after 6 and a half years he is back in Texas.
Meleah Riddle
Bridesmaid
Meleah was brought into Brianna's family in 2020 when her brother began dating (and eventually married) Brianna's sister, Cassie. Meleah is a middle school band director and has been teaching since 2020 - a truly crazy year to jump into the teaching profession. Meleah loves music, Disney, telling vivid stories, going to the gym and watching anime with her boyfriend Zach and their two cats. Meleah is loving and friendly, welcoming anyone into a group with a smile and a joke. Brianna and Meleah have been able to vent about all things involving teaching and sharing thoughts on TV shows or movies. Brianna is so happy to have been given another sister, especially one that she can nerd out with!
Jared Poe
Groomsman
Jared and Brandon met through their mutual friend Jacob, who was Brandon's roommate at the time. Jared and Brandon quickly became the best of friends during their senior year with a mutual love for longboarding and Jesus. Jared is originally from southern California and now lives in Temple, TX, but he wishes to move overseas one day. His favorite hobbies include spending time outdoors, photography, traveling, and cooking.