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Wedding Party
Hana Sheppard
Matron of Honor
Hana is the sister I never had! We met back in 2006 during dance class and have been vital parts of each others lives ever since! She's always been there whether it's a shoulder to cry on, a gripe session or a laugh until you cry moment. So glad to have her by my side on my big day!
Julia Grefenstette
Matron of Honor
I met Julia (or JFTB for short) in college at Winthrop where we were both commuters. We would see each other every day and decided to grab lunch together in the student union - and a friendship was born. We both love a good thrift store, craft or hike! I can't celebrate our big day without her by my side!
Lawson Brackett
Bridesmaid
I met Lawson in a dreadful statistics classic during my junior year at Winthrop. She picked the seat beside me - and I am so thankful she did! From those days in college to our annual after Christmas travels, we have so many memories! I couldn't say "I Do" without her by my side!
Wanda Banker
Bridesmaid
Wanda is my future sister in law - and I have hit the jackpot with her! It's been a joy to get to know her and become part of her family these last four years. I'm so excited to have her by my side on our big day!
Russ Banker
Best Man
I first met Russ shortly after I was placed in this world. Over the years, Russ has been both a Big Brother as well as a father figure to me. He passed down countless lessons to me, leading by example. He has shown me on countless occasions how to conduct myself as a Husband, Father, employee, supervisor, and chef. It is my honor to share this day with him by my side.
Nate Welch
Best Man
I first met Nate when he was planted in my second grade class when I was 8. Although not tremendous friends at first, we became the best of friends from 5th grade on and we have since become inseparable. He has taught me many lessons over the years, including how to be a man who can be counted on at home and at work, while being a tireless friend. Very much a brother to me and an honor to have at my side.
Nick Herman
Groomsman
The latest edition to a group I would all call brother, but certainly not one I could ever do this day without. Nick was introduced to me via Nate 13 years ago and has had a tremendous impact on my life and has always encouraged me to live a life of courage and authenticity. An honor to share this day with yet another man I consider a brother to me.
Wes Palmer
Groomsman
Wes has known me since I was very small, as he and my brother Russ have been good friends since they were very small. Wes has always been there to provide wisdom as well as guidance to ensure that I am able to live an enriched life as a man of conviction. Very much a big brother to me and an honor to have at my side.
Josh Parker
Procession Referee/Usher
Josh and I (Hayli) "met" freshman year of college - but didn't get close until he, Julia and I had some classes together. He's been there through the ups and the downs, breakups, job changes (we now work together!) and everything in between. Our day wouldn't be complete without him!
Tyler Jackson
Usher
Tyler has been a friend of my family for 25 years. In that time, he has faithfully shared in the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. He is a man who seeks to support the men in his life as well as be an example to both the young people he is raising but now to others as a coach. He is a skilled clinician in Occupational Therapy and a joyful man to be around.