Wedding Party

Schexnayders in September

9.28.2019

Lance Schexnayder

Groom

Young Creole New Orleans, LA •What’s something you can’t live without? God •What is your proudest accomplishment? My daughter & graduating from college. •Tell me something interesting about yourself? I used to have really long hair & wore it braided for many years. •What was your favorite thing to do in high school or as a teenager? Play sports •If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? White bean gumbo (one of my creations). •What is one of your favorite quotes? Stay humble in the trenches (it is also my clothing line). •How would your friends describe you? A True Man of God, Loving, Funny, Humble, Supercool, Loyal, Goofy, Thoughtful & Hardworking.

Cekell Barnes

Bride

CeCe New Orleans, LA •What’s something you can’t live without? God! •What is your proudest accomplishment? Graduating from Tennessee State University. •Tell me something interesting about yourself? I went skydiving 14,000 ft in the air. •What was your favorite thing to do in high school? Play double dutch (I’m still really good at it!) •If you could only eats a one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Pizza & praline candy! •What is one of your favorite quotes? A closed mouth don’t get fed. •How would your friends describe you? Loving, Fun, Creative, Fashionable, Talkative, Loyal, Late (lol), Hardworking, Down-to-earth, Social & Organized.

Carson Landry

Ring Bearer

New Orleans, LA

Zion Schexnayder

Flower Girl

Daughter of Lance Schexnayder (the groom)

Ralph Perry

Best Man

Big Ralph New Orleans, Louisiana •What’s something you can’t live without? Jesus Christ •What is your proudest accomplishment? Getting married to my soul mate! •Tell me something interesting about yourself? I'm quick to listen, slow to speak. I love to learn and I don't mind trying new things. •If you could only eats a one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Gumbo •What is one of your favorite quote? "Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting. (Galatians 6:7‭-‬8 KJV)

Crystal Perry

Matron of Honor

Nickname: Lite New Orleans, LA •What’s something you can’t live without? God •What is your proudest accomplishment? Being an amazing wife and mother. •Tell me something interesting about yourself? I can juggle. •If you could only eats a one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Red beans and rice. •What is one of your favorite quote? I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

Jermaine Glover

Groomsman

Preachermaine New Orleans, LA •What’s something you can’t live without? God •What is your proudest accomplishment? My Wife •Tell me something interesting about yourself? I’m a recording artist. •If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Fried Shrimp and baked potatoes •What is one of your favorite quotes? “I would have lost heart, unless I had believed That I would see the goodness of the LORD In the land of the living.” Psalms‬ ‭27:13‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Stephanie Coleman-Smith

Maid of Honor

Detroit, MI •What’s something you can’t live without? Close friends & family. •What is your proudest accomplishment? Overcoming Adversity in Life. •What is your favorite game or sport to play? Volleyball, but I'm not die hard about it like the Barnes girls. I like Dominoes too. •Tell me something interesting about yourself? I like doing home improvement projects. •If you could only eats a one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Grilled Salmon, Sauteed Spinach & Brussel sprouts with bacon. No carbs here buddy... #Keto4Life •What is one of your favorite quotes? "I am and I can" -Stephanie

Jason Johnson

Groomsman

J-Redd New Orleans, LA •What’s something you can’t live without? A relationship with God •What is your proudest accomplishment? Becoming a husband and father. •Tell me something interesting about yourself? I love to make up my own words. •If you could only eats a one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Mothers meatloaf from Cheesecake Bistro with mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables •What is one of your favorite quote? Everything is difficult before it is easy.

Corisma Johnson

Bridesmaid

Rizzy New Orleans, LA •What’s something you can’t live without? God •What is your proudest accomplishment? Giving birth to my sons & still finishing college. •Tell me something interesting about yourself? I teach high school kids. •If you could only eats a one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Gumbo/Seafood •What is one of your favorite quote? Nothing is impossible the word itself says “I’m possible”.

Jerry Barnes

Groomsman

Jay New Orleans, LA

Kimberly Groves

Bridesmaid

Aaliayah Nashville, TN •What’s something you can’t live without? Jesus •What is your proudest accomplishment? Graduating from The Tennessee State University est. 1912 •Tell me something interesting about yourself? I was born with an extra set of wisdom teeth. •If you could only eats a one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Steak and potatoes with broccoli. •What is one of your favorite quotes? Love Conquers All.

Daryl Holmes

Groomsman

Juice New Orleans LA •What’s something I cant live without? My wife and son Caubren. •What is your proudest accomplishment? Becoming a father. •Tell me something interesting about yourself? Well I am very versatile, competitive & absolutely hate losing and I am the first of my two brothers to get married. •If you could only eats a one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Fried chicken and my wifey baked mac and cheese...yes!!! Yes!!! •What is one of your favorite quote? My favorite quote is something my dad always preached to my brothers and I almost is never good enough, the job must be complete to be considered done.

Cislee Holmes

Bridesmaid

Mookie New Orleans, LA •What’s something you can’t live without? The Most High •What is your proudest accomplishment? Getting married & becoming a mother. •Tell me something interesting about yourself? I’m a great cook. •If you could only eats a one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? A vegan soul food dish. •What is one of your favorite quotes? Treat others the way you want to be treated.

Gary Carter

Groomsman

New Orleans

Casme’ Barnes

Bridesmaid

Cas New Orleans, LA •What’s something you can’t live without? Jesus •What is your proudest accomplishment? Traveling the world as a singer. •Tell me something interesting about yourself? I own 6 blooming businesses. •If you could only eats a one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Apple pecan chicken salad •What is one of your favorite quotes? Love is the answer for everything.

Lamour Howard

Groomsman

Zeke New Orleans, LA •What’s something you can’t live without? The Man Upstairs, My Daughter, and Crawfish •What is your proudest accomplishment? Becoming a home owner. •Tell me something interesting about yourself? I can really sing after 3 Crown and Coke’s. I’ve been told that I sound like El Dabarge. •If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Gumbo •What is one of your favorite quote? Don’t count the days, make the days count -Muhammad Ali

Brittany Howard

Bridesmaid

Britt New Orleans, LA •What is something you can't live without? God, Good Health & My Phone •If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Pizza, wings, cereal (too childish) •What is your proudest accomplishment? My daughter and graduating with my bachelors. •What is one of your favorite quotes? Live for today.

Kevin Wells

Groomsman

Tank New Orleans, LA

Ashley Schexnayder

Bridesmaid

NeNe Marrero, LA •What’s something you can’t live without? My kids •What is your proudest accomplishment? My kids •Tell me something interesting about yourself? I’m a pescatarian. •If you could only eats a one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Grilled fish, spinach & mash potatoes. •What is one of your favorite quotes? Be true to your teeth or your teeth will be false to you.

Jairus Ballard

Groomsman

July New Orleans, LA •What's Something You Can't Live Without? Music •What's Your Proudest Accomplishment? Receiving My Masters Degree. •Tell Me Something Interesting About Yourself? I'm A Professional Foodie & History Nerd. •If You Can Eat One Meal The Rest of Your Life What Would It Be? Gumbo •What's Your Favorite Quote? Play your cards, go against all odds. | Shoot for the moon, if you miss, you still amongst those stars.

Cathy Barnes

Bridesmaid

Katt New Orleans, LA

TJ

Groomsman

Chaval Barnes

Bridesmaid

Val New Orleans, LA

Christana Olomo

Bon Ami de la Mariée

Stana Nashville, TN •What’s something you can’t live without? Music •What is your proudest accomplishment? Marching to the Beat of My Hearts Drum. •Tell me something interesting about yourself? I was offered 3 Scholarships for Track & Field from Vanderbilt, Austin Peay & Middle TN State University. •If you could only eats a one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Pastries •What is one of your favorite quotes? I AM My Ancestors WILDEST DREAMS * TRANSLATION* Bon Ami de la Mariée means good friend of the bride in French.