Brooke & John
Wedding Party
Becky Sullivan
Matron of Honor
Becky is my identical twin sister and wombmate! 7 minutes younger, but we have been best friends and soul mates from our first breaths together on earth! She’s the one you who is just a tad bit shorter than me, but her smile can light up a room! She has always been my rock and my most powerful influence. From playing all our club sports growing up, to playing Div. 1 soccer together, living across the continent from one another and sharing apartments. We are ultra competitive, yet one another's biggest fan. She is the most loyal, fun-loving and charismatic person I know and I scored the jackpot having her as my twin. She is the mother of the 3 most beautiful little flower girls, my better half since birth, and my very best friend!
Katie Birmingham
Bridesmaid
Katie is John's older sister of 4 years. She and I had an instant friendship from the beginning, getting to know one another basically through texts and social media up until 7 months into us dating when I joined John back home in Michigan for Christmas in December 2015. Our most common bond is our love of our fur babies and our genuine ability to be ourselves around one another. I'm so thankful to have Katie as my "sista", but also a best friend; so there was no doubt in my mind that she would be standing up here next to me as I marry her brother.
Ramona Garcia
Bridesmaid
Ramona is my sister-law and was a missing piece to our growing family. She is tiny, but mighty. She has that Cuban fierce personality, and is always down for a good time with the people she loves. She has your back and will do anything for family, and I feel so honored to have her standing next to me. Ramona genuinely cares about the people around her and lives life to it's fullest potential. She is absolutely gorgeous on the outside, but even more so on the inside. You will definitely see her on the dance floor, most likely with a drink in her hand. I love you "Beb!"
Alyssa Schubert
Bridesmaid
Alyssa is probably my fastest growing friendship I've ever had. I felt like I instantly knew her when we met in the fall of 2018. From there our friendship has blossomed into one of my most cherished that I know will be life-long. She is full of adventure...loves the finer things in life, but is also down to really experience life in a much simpler way. She has travelled all across the globe and has an aura about her that is genuine, intentional and warm. She is an absolute beauty, she is incredibly smart, and knows how to make you feel so special in her own Alyssa way. This year, 2 months apart we both became mothers to little boys. I can’t wait to see their friendship form to share more memories with her family. I cherish our time together and only wish I met her sooner in life!
Ellie Sullivan
Flower Girl
Our Ellie Bells. She is a super proud soon-to-be Kindergartner and such a happy, sweet, playful gem. She has piercing blue eyes, and a smile that can light up a room, like her mommy. Loves to make her own videos, play sports, watch movies, dance in her living room and go swimming. She turned 5 this year on June 6th (almost sharing a birthday with her youngest cousin Jackson). Ellie and her sister Eisla are the best big sissy's to their little sister Evynn, who they adore so much as she can do no wrong! She will be leading the girls (and baby Jackson) down the aisle.
Eisla Sullivan
Flower Girl
Eisla (pronounced Eye-La) “Smile-a”...is her nickname that she has earned for herself. She is always smiling and has a very charismatic personality. Always striving to be like her big sister Ellie, and she definitely holds her own! She loves food (future "foodie") and like her older sister enjoys playing sports, dancing, and cuddling. With her big sister Ellie, they are the most patient, loving and adoring big sissy's to their "baby" sister Evynn. She will be 4 at the end of October and is counting down the days.
Evynn Sullivan
Flower Girl
Evynn (pronounced Evan) This little one is always go-go-go and keeps you on your toes at all times. She loves adventure and you know when she is getting into mischief by her smile. She really enjoys her downtime snuggling, hugging and learning, but also discovering things. She may be the youngest, but she has everyone wrapped around her infectious personality and little finger. She will be 2 on October 17th - Sharing a birthday with her Uncle Johnny!
Jackson Orr
Ring Bearer
The absolute light of our lives and our favorite person is our sweet son! Born on June 5th, 2021, he will be almost 4 months in Nashville and lead down the aisle by his 3 older cousins.
Glenn Toppings
Father of the Bride
The man I compare every other man to - My dad and one of Jackson's namesakes. The best father, and father-in -law there could be!!! Married to the love of his life since 1973 - This November will be 48 years!
Pam Toppings
Mother of the Bride
Other than my sister, my mom is my other very best friend!! The absolute best mother, and mother-in-law there could be!!! Married to the love of her life since 1973 - This November will be 48 years!
Jack Orr
Father of the Groom
The best father, and father-in-law there could be!!! Jackson's other namesake. Married to his high school sweetheart since 1977 - Married 44 years!
Melissa Orr
Mother of the Groom
The absolute best mother, and mother-in-law there could be!!! She naturally loves to take care of the people around her, and shop for them too :) Married to her high school sweetheart since 1977 - Married 44 years!
Travis Bass
Groomsman
Travis is the first roommate I had coming out of high school after joining the Army. When I think of a word to describe Travis 'loyalty' is the first word that comes to my mind. He never fails to look after the people he cares about whether it be family or friends. We have spent a lot of time together and had lots of adventures around the world, including Iraq.
Aaron Stiehl
Groomsman
I've known Aaron since childhood for over 20 years. From playing sports together our whole lives to teenage - adult debauchery we have shared a lot of fun memories. His brain seems to work just like mine, and we are oddly very similar; except I'm better looking. Aaron has come to visit me in Washington, and whenever I go home, he is one face I know I will always see as he always makes time for me. When I think of one word to describe Aaron, genuine comes to mind. He is who he is, and I know that will never change.
Matt Lafrance
Groomsman
Matt is my friend for over 20 years, meeting when we were young kids, in the 5th or 6th grade. I haven't lived at home since graduating high school, but every time I come home, Matt makes an intentional effort to meet up, even if it's just for a quick beer. When I think of a word to describe Matt, the words "dedicated and loyal" come immediately to mind. He is just as good of a friend as he is husband to his wife Kim, and father to his 3 children Michael, Ryan and Emily. From coaching to just being there, he is always involved in their busy sports and activities and seems to do it with ease.
Tyson Toppings
Groomsman
Tyson is Brooke's wise older brother. When she and I started dating, and I finally met her family, Tyson welcomed me with open arms and has become a friend alongside brother-in-law. He's always a good time to be around, except when I have to chug a bunch of his tailgate backpack beer before going to Seahawks games. I'm fortunate to have an extended brother now in my life that I also consider a friend. Looking forward to more memories and family time together.
Shane Sullivan
Groomsman
Shane and I have an interesting bond...we are the husbands to twin sisters, so immediately he has my back and I have his! He instantly helped me feel a part of this West Coast family and is always down for a good time. As a dedicated father (to the 3 most beautiful little flower girls), there isn't much he wouldn't do for his family. Shane is an avid sports fan and talented athlete who is always watching or playing something. I love to get out and beat him in golf, whenever our wives let us. Looking forward to more family memories and beers in our future.