Renee & Blake
Wedding Party
Sarah Saap
Maid of Honor
We may have gone to the same high school, but we didn't know the other person existed until we both started working at Chick-Fil-A. From there, we began our six years of friendship, enduring all the highs and lows of life with each other. We also sold a lot of chicken together.
Travis Grimm
Best Man
Travis and I have been best friends for as long as I can remember. We have spent several years of our lives living together. From Yu-Gi-Oh cards to flea market visits with our dads to nature hikes and paying bills for our own home. Travis is much more than my cousin, he is my best friend.
Sarena Sandoval
Bridesmaid
Sarena and I first met in 1999 when my family was stationed in Utah. We grew up together and continued our friendship even after my family received orders to move away. Almost twenty years later, we are still close friends and she is proof to me that family is more than those who are related by blood.
Devin Chapman
Groomsman
Devin and I met in 3rd grade at Parkwood Elementary. I reluctantly remember Devin as the king of wall ball. After going to different middle schools, we were reunited in high school. One of my favorite memories with Devin is going toilet papering for his birthday. Devin has stuck with me through thick and thin. He is one of the best friends that anyone could ask for.
Casey Steele
Bridesmaid
Casey and I originally met at Chick-Fil-A where we started as friends and eventually became roommates. Together, we learned how to transition into adulthood and balance all of our time and responsibilities with work, bills, and college. Casey has an incredibly kind heart and I was honored to live with her for a year and also be a bridesmaid in her own wedding this past July.
Nathan Bartell
Groomsman
Nathan and I met during freshmen year of football. We became much closer after high school. It's amazing how a crazy high school football coach can bring a group of young men together. One of my favorite memories with Nathan was visiting his new home in Tennessee. He took Renee, Travis, and I out for a great night. We will never forget "Rocky Top" Tennessee.
Samantha McCoy
Bridesmaid
Sam has not only been an amazing friend to me, but also an inspiring mentor. Her love for God along with her love for fireball has made her my go-to person whenever I am in need of a good talk, or a good time!
Branden Smith
Groomsman
Branden and I met at football our freshmen year at Beavercreek High School. By the end of our sophomore year, we were spending most weekends playing basketball and Mario Kart at his house. Some of my favorite memories are spending time in Branden and Sam's dorm room at the University of Cincinnati. I'm looking forward to visiting his new home in Seattle.
Kristine Sandy
Bridesmaid
I have been so blessed to have gained Kristine as a sister. Last June our family was able to go on vacation together in Orlando, Florida, and we had an absolute blast. That vacation allowed us to grow closer as a family, and become better friends. She is also an amazing mom to my beautiful niece and nephew, so it'll be nice to go to her for some advice in the future!
Sam Palmer
Groomsman
Sam and I met when I moved to Beavercreek in 3rd grade. While at Parkwood Elementary school, I signed up to play basketball. Sam happened to be on my team. This started our long illustrious career of losing baskeball games together. Once we moved to Cincinnati, however, we began a new tradition of winning many sports as members of the High Five Freshmen.
Courtney Simons
Bridesmaid
Courtney and I have known each other for many years, but we had no idea that we would one day be family. We first met in our house church and as the years went on, we bonded over our love for reading and education as we followed similar career paths. It has been so much fun to join our families and better each other as we work together to be the best English teachers we can be.
Isaac Swallow
Groomsman
I'm so excited to add a guy like Isaac to my family. After seeing just how much Renee loves him, I knew that I would love him too. One of my favorite things about Isaac is that we enjoy the exact same dish while eating at restaurants. Chicken fingers and fries for us! I'm so excited to see where his schooling takes him on his career path!
Bailey Schock
Bridesmaid
My beautiful (almost) sister-in-law, Bailey, is one of the sweetest people you will ever meet. I have had the joy of getting to know her through movie dates, car rides, and plenty of high school football games.
Hunter Grimm
Groomsman
My awesome brother Hunter. I remember when my dad had asked for my input as to what I wanted my baby brother's name to be. I was so thrilled! I love spending time with Hunter; especially bringing him along to high school track meets. Hunter is incredibly talented at video games and random facts, I can't wait to see what the next step is for him.