Nicole & Tobius
Wedding Party
Darren Hair
Best Man
Darren and Tobius have been best friends since the seventh Grade. Darren is God Father to Brooklynn Bates and is a member of the Bates Family. His friendship is priceless and Tobius is proud to have him standing next to him on the big Day !
Jerhon Murray
Best Man
Jerhon and Tobius have been friends over 20 years. They first met at Hiram Johnson Sr. High School and have been friends ever since. He is a die hard Steelers fan, Great Father and a loyal friend.
Jovian Brown
Groomsman
Jovian is the LIFE of THE PARTY !! Jovian and Tobius have been friends over 20 years ! Another HJ alumni he and Tobius went to high school together and have been friends since. Tobius was a groomsman in Jovians' wedding and is proud to have Jovian standing with him on this big day !!
Lejon Lee
Groomsman
Lejon has been a Good friend to Tobius over 20 years. In fact, Lejon was essential in connecting Nicole and Tobius together. He is a true friend, Great father and will be standing in support of the Bates Bash on the big day,
Marlon Johnson
Groomsman
Marlon and Tobius have been friends for Decades ! Both of their mothers are from Little Rock Arkansas and have remained friends over the years as well. Marlon is one of the Family ! Throughout our relationship Marlon has been there to support us and our family ! We couldn't be more grateful !
Rolando
Groomsman
Rolando " Ro" is THE COOLEST Brotha on the Planet ! Tobius has been best friends with Ro over a decade ! Tobius was the Best Man in Ro's wedding. We are eternally grateful for his friendship and feel blessed to have him standing in support of our union on the BIG DAY !!
Lemay Huntzinger
Groomsman
Rizzard the Madden God has been a Great friend to Tobius over a decade !! (They both getting old lol !!) From partying in Vegas to riding up the hill to place parlay bets , Lemay and Tobius have PLENTY of stories to tell ! Lemay is a great friend and we are excited to have him standing with us in support of the BATES BASH 2018 !!
Micheal Washington
Groomsman
Mikey NY is what they call him ... but the students at HJ call him Mr Washington !! lol !! Mike and Tobius have been friends over a Century ! Really a Century !! They are SUPER OLD !! LOLOLOLOLOL !! Mike is a GREAT person and even better friend ! He always shows up for birthdays, weddings, birth of a child ,, etc. and for that alone we are forever grateful ! We are proud to have your love and support for our union ! Thanks brotha !
Kesha Holloway
Maid of Honor
Oh the words can't describe you ! My family.. My sister .. My cousin .. my confidant .. my rider .. my best friend .. We have been inseparable since we were toddlers. I don't have very many child hood memories that don't include you. You mean the world to me and I appreciate your love and support on this special day. I was there for you and I am grateful you are here for me ! Crazy Kelso's forever ! :)
Victoria Pashcke
Matron of Honor
My beautiful sister cousin .. what can I say ... Growing up you were the little one that drove us crazy ! Now you are the one that we drive crazy !! I love you more than words can say and I appreciate the woman you have grown into ! I am proud to have you with me on this day and I love you for all your support !
Keilah Kelso
Bridesmaid
Baby sister cousin .. I am so proud of you .. You are a walking inspiration ! You decide what you want and execute exactly that ! No matter what ! I admire your determination, focus and drive ! I can't wait to see you walk that stage and continue your journey Dr. Kelso. I love you to life !
Jackie Chideme
Bridesmaid
Jackie . Jackie . Jackie . When I started this wedding process who would have known it would be you that would get me through. You styled my engagement shoot ( including the one of a kind dress designed and made by yourself ) and stood with me through all the planning process. You took all my frantic calls rambling about dresses and ideas and stuck with me through all my changes without any complaints, I wouldn't have thought to ask you to do the things you did for me .. hell I didn't even know I needed them .. and for that Mr. Chideme I am ETERNALLY GRATEFUL. I am proud and thankful you have agreed to stand with me in support of our union on our Big Day.
Ruby Saenz
Bridesmaid
Ruby has been my friend over 20 years. We met at an insurance company while working together and have been close friends ever since. I appreciate your friendship and love for our family. I am honored to have you with me on this IMPORTANT DAY :)
Lennea Hubbard
Bridesmaid
Lennea ! How many stories can we tell.... I think I would fill this entire web page .. lol .. We have been friends since over 30 years !! 30 years y'all !! We getting old !! Thanks for all the rides to school, from school, to go hang out ( :o)) to football games, to basketball games, to parties and wherever else we decided to go ! Your friendship is priceless and I appreciate your presence and support on this Big Day !
Angelique Felix
Bridesmaid
Sister Sister :) Blood couldn't make us any closer, thats why the lord gave you to me my God sister ! You are always there with an unwavering, non judgemental ear ready to listen, love and support. I feel secure knowing you will be there to support us on this big Day ! Thanks Sister :) Love you !
Tameka Shedwin
Bridesmaid
I am excited you will be standing with me on my big day ! You have always been a supporter of our love and a sounding board for all my venting sessions. Your friendship is priceless and I appreciate you being there for us during this exciting time !! Love you CHICKA :)
Ashia Brown
Bridesmaid
My baby ! My little god sister has grown up !! I love you Ashia and I am grateful you are able to be with me on this day ! I used to babysit you when you were little and walk you to school 😘 now you are and adult and have been there for me at the perfect times in my life and I am forever grateful !! You helped me give birth to Brooklynn now your helping me marry her father and unite our family .. thanks baby sis !! Love you 😘