Christy & Thurman
Wedding Party
Sydney Marguleas
Maid of Honor
Christy and Syd's friendship dates back to 2005 where they met at Palm Desert High School. Despite not having any classes together, these two hit it off right away passing notes in the hallways and having nightly phone calls talking about boys and laughing about life. They are each other's partner in crime and will always have the others back. These two best friends do an amazing job of seeing each other as much as they can despite living in 2 different states. It's always a spontaneous adventure with them. Syd will be there for you no matter what time of day or night it is. She puts everything into perspective and Christy loves their late night phone calls. Syd has been Christy's rock and has always been such a huge part of her life. There is no Christy without a Syd. CJ22&SM11 for life!
Sydney Janszen
Jr. Bridesmaid
Sydney is Christy's little sister and their story begins in 2007 when Sydney was born. Christy thinks it's so special that her best friend and her sister are both named Sydney. Ever since the day Sydney was born, she was a mini Christy. From her mannerisms, personality, and appearance it was staring us all right in the face. Sydney has always looked up to her big sister and Christy feels so blessed to have such a strong bond with her mini-me. They love to send snapchats to each other and gang up on Dad every once in a while. Having Sydney apart of the wedding means so much to both of them.
Bree Maron
Bridesmaid
Bree goes by many names from the Janszen clan. We have Debra, Debbie, Anna, and Frosty. That just goes to show how much she's loved by Christy and her family. Their story begins in college in 2012 when both girls met while working at Winghouse. It wasn't long after that when they became roommates. Bree actually attended Christy and Thurman's very first date and has been such an amazing friend to the both of them over the years. Bree has become like family to Christy and she feels so lucky that they both live so close to each other. Oh, and Bree recently become a doctor so Christy knows to keep her around forever :)
Jesily Ruiz
Bridesmaid
Jesily and Christy's friendship dates back to the college days as well. These two met while working at Winghouse in Gainesville. Christy will never forget their first shift together behind the bar. These two had a bond right away and learned all about each other's lives. They lived right across the street from each other and used to spend many girls nights sipping on wine and watching Law and Order SVU. Christy loved going over to Jesily's place because she is such an amazing cook who always offered dinner. Jesily and Thurman had a class together in college so Christy was able to get the scoop on Thurm before they started dating. Christy has always looked up to Jesily and values the very special friendship that they share.
Alexa Olney
Bridesmaid
Lex and Christy met in 2017 and have been inseparable ever since. Thurman and Lex work together with the Jacksonville Jaguars and they ironically found out they lived in the same apartment complex on the same floor. Thurman, Ian, Lex, and Christy spent many nights down by the dock sharing stories. Lex and Christy's first adventure was in Key West. Luckily they missed big bad Irma by one week and were able to enjoy all that Key West has to offer. Lex is the first person to drop everything to be there for her friends no matter what. She has the biggest heart and loves her friends dearly. Lex is also getting married soon so it has been so fun for the both of them to share this experience together.
Megan Goulette
Bridesmaid
Christy and Meg's story begins on the 4th of July in Jacksonville Beach. The year is 2015 and if you've ever experienced the 4th in Jax beach, well you know how much fun is involved. Meg is someone who will always be real with you and who can instantly make anyone's day better. Christy loves going over to Meg's place because she makes the best meat and cheese boards in all of the world. She has such a zest for life and is always coming up with the most creative ideas. Christy and Meg enjoy weekly happy hours and making fun of themselves. Christy tries to follow in Meg's footsteps with her organizational skills and her expertise in planning. Safe to say that Christy is still working on this. These two share a bond that can't ever be broken.
Melissa Draper
Bridesmaid
Christy and Mel also met on the 4th of July in 2015. Thurman and Mel used to work together and Thurm used to always come home and tell Christy how much she needed to meet this girl Mel. Sure enough, they hit it off on that 4th of July and the rest is history. Mel is the definition of a positive Patty. She always has a smile on her face and brings out the positive and good in any situation. She is extremely understanding and always loves to listen to her friends. These two also love weekly happy hours and sharing a plate of nachos any chance they get. Christy and Mel can confide in each other about anything. There's no stopping these two :)
Ryan Kelly
Best Man
Ryan (R-Kelly) and Thurman's story begins on Thurman’s first day of 8th grade in Fort Myers. Thurman had his shirt buttoned all the way up, and Ryan looked over at Thurman making a motion with his hands. While no words were said, Ryan was clearly indicating to Thurman to “unbutton the top button you freakin nerd”. That’s when Thurman knew Ryan had his back since day one and has always been a hard-working, reliable, trustworthy, and loyal friend. They eventually went through high school together and became roommates in college where there are simply too many stories (ask Ryan about the beer run story) to tell. Ryan’s wife Courtney has always been like a sister to Thurman. Thurman was the best man at Ryan’s wedding, so Thurman had no choice but to return the favor and honor.
Reilly Morris
Groomsman
Reilly (aka D-Riles) is properly equipped to tell you anything and everything about Thurman being his big Brother in this life. From when they lived in Utah for 12 years to moving to Florida in 2004. Reilly has always played that good brother role in looking after his little brother, being a mentor to him, and being good friends with all of Thurman’s close friends. Reilly and his girlfriend’ Desiree are close with Thurman and Christy and like to experience all that this life has to offer in their own unique way. Reilly is truly a kind person and although they aren’t beating each other up on mini basketball hoops anymore, there hasn’t been anyone closer to Thurman for his entire life.
Brennen Melvin
Groomsman
Brennen and Thurman’s first days date back to 8th grade at St. Michaels as well and was one of Thurman’s first friends in Florida. They’ve played a lot of basketball together (Shout out St. Michaels State Champs 05!) and can be found usually playing some sort of activity when they are around each other, ranging from tossing the pigskin to playing Halo. Brennen and Thurman were roommates in college and experienced a lot of good times in their lives together. You can usually find Brennen (aka luxurious Keith) listening to some fresh tunes and spending time with his girlfriend Julia, who Thurman and Christy love to spend time with.
Jimmy Janszen
Groomsman
Jimmy is Christy’s brother, but even if he wasn’t, Thurman and he would have found a way to still be friends. Thurman first met Jimmy at Christy’s’ college graduation in 2014 and connected right away. You will hear nothing but positive things about Jimmy from his friends and the genuinely good person that he is. Thurman will make any excuse to go visit Jimmy in San Diego, where Jimmy shreds the surf, the slopes, and digital marketing. Thurman is lucky to call Jimmy his future brother-in-law and could not have asked for anyone better.
Codey Arnold
Groomsman
Codey (aka Code Red) and Thurman have been friends since first meeting at a pool party in their apartment complex in Gainesville, FL while going to college in 2011. From the moment they became friends, Codey has been one of those people in Thurman’s life who usually knows exactly what Thurman is thinking in a situation without saying a word and is typically feeling the same way. You can find Codey and Thurman playing golf every weekend together and have become even closer living in Jacksonville, FL together again. Codey served in the Marine Corps and is the friend you can rely on to always give it to you straight while speaking his mind.
Ian Eversman
Groomsman
Ian and Thurman first met through one of his co-workers for the Jaguars, Alexa who is one of Christy’s bridesmaids and Ian’s soon to be wife! The four of them really hit it off right away living in the same complex together and going on too many double dates to count. Ian and Thurman are usually sizing each other up in ping pong or watching Game of Thrones. Ian is currently a Lieutenant in the Navy and is a very honest, genuine person. It’s easy to admire what Ian’s commitment to his friends are, especially when he is advocating to go to a concert the night before having to wake up at 4am to leave on a 3-month submarine mission!
Matt Ringland
Groomsman
Matt (aka Matt Rang) and Thurman first met each other at Ida S. Baker high school in 2008. Having a computer class together, they quickly hit it off and would hangout on the weekend mostly playing Halo, drinking party balls, going on double dates, bike ramp jumping (ask about their montage video with RK) and other shenanigans. Matt is known for always having his friends back and never passes up the opportunity to have a good time with friends. It’s easy to recognize why these two are buddies by hearing the “Matt Matt Matt” anthem (Jay & Silent Bob reference) when their around each other. Matt is currently an owner at uBreakiFix in the Fort Myers/Naples area.