Wedding Party

Tom Dean

Groom

The groom, kind, thoughtful, loving man. I can't wait to marry him.

Charlie Dean

Best Man

Charlie is Toms brother. He lives in Lebanon, TN with the love of his life Kristen her two boys and his two daughters Taylor and Mallory.

Christine Johnson

Bride

Mary Callanan

Matron of Honor

Three of us were joined at the hip throughout our high school years Mary, Allison and I . As teenagers we would sit around guessing who would get married first and yes dreaming what our wedding would be like. I am so honored to have my two best friends be Co Matron of Honor. They have been their for me my whole life even though thousands of miles separate us. They are always there when I need them. I love you guys more than you will ever know

Allison Mortimer Cepkauskas

Matron of Honor

Three of us were joined at the hip throughout our high school years Allison, Mary and I . As teenagers we would sit around guessing who would get married first and yes dreaming what our wedding would be like. I am so honored to have my two best friends be Co Matron of Honor. They have been their for me my whole life even though thousands of miles separate us. They are always there when I need them. I love you guys more than you will ever know

Mallory Dean

Bridesmaid

Toms oldest niece. We are so happy Mallory is able to be part of our wedding party it means the world to us!

Taylor Dean

Bridesmaid

Taylor is Toms niece. She just Graduated. She will be attending her first year of college when our wedding arrives. We are so happy she is able to take time away to be in our wedding party. It means the world to us to have her share in this day.

Christian Johnson

Groomsman

Christian is Christine's Brother. He lives in Texas with his wife Carolina and their three children Chance, Danny and Christopher.

Eric Johnson

Groomsman

Eric is Christine's brother. He lives in Florida with his wife Sue. Can't wait to see them both its been so long.

Carol Johnson

Mother of the Bride

Carol lives in Frisco, TX. She has been a huge help in planning the decorations for the wedding. Along with hosting our out of town guests.

Joanna Hill

Officiant

Christine and Joanna were roommates at their first residency. They became fast friends after taking the same classes and the same workshop. Taking a break from work to watch Rachel Maddow and late night talks bonded them after days of workshops and lectures. Always there to support each other.

Cindy Sams

Creator and Teller of Stories

Cindy and Christine were in the MFA program together at Reinhardt University. They presented their graduate readings back to back on the same night. Christine, Cindy and Joanna formed a bond during residency and classes. Strong, funny, supportive women are hard to find but these three found all those things in each other.

Mary Kate Johnson

Wedding Topper Artist

Mary Kate is Christines cousin, and a woman of many talents. The wedding topper was designed, created, and drawn by her.