Crystal & Benjamin
Wedding Party
Sakia Drayton
Matron of Honor
Kia(the groom's sister) is part of the reason why there is a wedding. The bride and Kia have been "sisters" since 1994 and during a visit to Kia's house, the bride and groom met and began the relationship they have today. Through the best and worst times, their sisterhood has remained in tact and will continue to thrive as they grow old. Kia and the bride will officially become sisters once her brother says, I Do and they will remain sisters for an eternity.
H. Neal Simpson
Best Man
Neal is the cousin of the groom. There is not a time when they are together at an event that the event isn't rocking. Their style of dress is impeccable and if you catch them out together, they are often color coordinated without even planning to do so. The groom knew from day one that Neal would be his best man but not because of his style. Their relationship made the choice easy.
Shena Harrison
Maid of Honor
True and loyal friends are hard to come by and Shena is one of those true and loyal friends. The bride has never had to question their friendship and is very grateful for that. They met over 10 years ago when their daughters traveled together for basketball and they have been traveling together as best friends ever since. **DEDICATION TO OUR BEST FRIEND SHARON** While we miss you everyday, we know you are watching over us. We shall see you at the next pier. XOXO
Donnell Drayton
Groomsman
Donnell is the brother in law of the groom. Even though Donnell is married to the groom's sister, Donnell and the groom have formed a bond as if they were blood brothers. Their bond is so tight that his wife will often think the groom only came to see Donnell and not her, even though he visits to see Donnell, her and their children.
Mary Ross
Bridesmaid
Leave it to the groom, he always said that Mary was supposed to marry his cousin, Qwauntico. Because of the bond between the groom and Mary's husband, the bride and Mary met each other and instantly started a lifelong friendship. Their friendship has created memories that Mary and Crystal will remember for a long time. Once the bride and Mary officially become family, their bond will not only become stronger, but memories will continue to be made.
Qwauntico "Sun" Ross
Groomsman
As the bride always says, Yep, they are related." Sun is the cousin of the groom. Their foundational bond is the reason they have the connection and loyalty that has lasted through the years as adults. They have lived together, matured together and they will continue to grow old together, but dont lie around Sun because the bride and groom will know what he will say. Lol.(insider).
Rodney Young Sr.
Groomsman
Rodney is the cousin of the Groom. He has always been the strong, supportive leader to the groom. Their relationship has always remained in tact over the years and the groom is always appreciative for his advice and realness that he has received from Rodney.
Von Sturgis
Groomsman
Von is the cousin of the Groom. If you could sit with the groom and Von, they would have many stories to tell about the times they had when they were growing up together. Von is truly the little brother that the groom never had. They may fuss and fight as brothers do, but no one can ever break the bond that they share together.
Daia Garrison
Flower Girl
Little Miss Daia is the adorable great-niece of the Groom. From the moment she was born, Daia has been the sparkle in the family's eyes and she will sparkle down the aisle on her uncle's wedding day.
Lenora Young
Wedding Day Coordinator
Big Sis is the perfect term and description for Lenora. Lenora, the cousin of the groom, has always been there to offer sound advice and support not only to the groom, but anyone she encounters. She is big on family, love and being organized so she was the perfect choice to make sure the bride and groom's day runs smoothly through love.
Chere's Garden Events and Rentals, LLC. Chere and Darice Benson
Event Designer
Facebook has a way of reconnecting people. Darice and the groom were friends as children and reconnected through Facebook and things picked up where they left off. His wife Chere, owns Chere's Garden which is a premier event designing company based out of Maryland. Through Darice and the groom, Chere and the bride have been able to form a friendship and bond over children, food and a love for events and planning.