Wedding Party
John G. Rights
Officiant
John was Crystal's youth pastor at New Philadelphia Moravian Church. Crystal and Shawn are excited to have him join them in holy matrimony.
Melissa Lemmerman
Maid of Honor
Melissa has been Crystal's best friend since elementary school. She is amazing, and her ride-or-die girl through thick and thin. Her daughter, Addie, is the flower girl in the wedding.
Joe Annas
Best Man
Joe is Shawn’s unofficial son and best friend for over a decade. Also known as Joey Joe, there is no one else Shawn would want by his side.
Meghan Cooper
Bridesmaid
Meghan has been one of Crystal's best friends since 6th grade. She is one of the smartest and most genuine of the people she knows.
Justin Cervero
Groomsman
Justin is a great friend and colleague of Shawn and Crystal's. He has acted as their relationship "therapist" over the years—he has been there for both Shawn and Crystal through thick and thin.
Kelsey Granger
Bridesmaid
Kelsey has been one of Crystal's best friends since the freshman year of High School! She's super positive and fun-loving and always there for others.
Clint Nelson
Groomsman
Clint is Shawn and Crystal's homie. He is a great friend to sit back, chill, and have a good whiskey with. Yo dawg!
Grace Huffman
Bridesmaid
Grace is one of the sweetest girls on the planet. She is amazing, always there for you - no matter what. She loves crafting and her adorable kitties.
Tung Ong
Groomsman
Tung is one of Shawn's first friends at App State and a dedicated running buddy (though he runs less since he started playing pickleball). He's always been there for Shawn.
Sarah Lewis
Bridesmaid
Sarah is one of Crystal's long-time best friends since her freshman year of High School! She is Crystal's emotional support person and always keeps it real. She is the best person to go watch sports with.
Ryan Weisner
Groomsman
Ryan is Crystal's younger brother. He is very smart, talented, and athletic. He will be playing the song that Crystal is walking down the aisle to, "Tale as Old as Time" from Beauty and the Beast. He will also be getting married in April 2027 to the lovely Julia Sartori.
Rebecca Whitener Smith
Bridesmaid
Becca is Shawn's sister and is one of the most fun-loving and caring people on the planet. She has always been by Shawn's side. She will definitely be out on the dancefloor showing off her moves!
Daniel Whitener
Groomsman
Daniel is Shawn's youngest son. He is a saxophonist and is very talented. He and his band will be playing during the Cocktail hour. He is one of the smartest and funniest people we know.
Gabby Whitener
Bridesmaid
Gabby is Shawn's daughter-in-love. She is a fun, REAL, and caring person. She is married to Shawn's second-oldest son and a groomsman, Griffin. She is the mother of Shawn's grandchildren - Little Griffin and Graham.
Griffin Whitener
Groomsman
Griffin is Shawn's second-oldest son and father to his two grandsons, Little Griffin and Graham. He's a great conversationalist, storyteller, and always down to make someone laugh. His long red hair makes everyone jealous!
Kaitlyn Wood
Bridesmaid
Kaitlyn is one of Crystal's long-time best friends since Middle School. She is super fun and always positive, and brings out the best in others. Her laugh is contagious! She is the mother of two adorable twin girls.
Reuben Whitener
Groomsman
Reuben is Shawn's second youngest son. He loves playing Kendama and competes in tournaments. He is also a musician and will be DJing part of the wedding. He's one of the most genuinely kind people that Shawn and Crystal know.
Shelia Weisner
Mother of the Bride
Shelia is Crystal's best friend and confidant. She is the sweetest and most caring person. She will be walking Crystal down the aisle. She is so loved!
Karen Whitener
Mother of the Groom
Karen is Shawn's mother. She is one of the most caring people we know. She loves her family and would do anything for them. She has a great sense of humor and is so loved!
Ed Whitener
Father of the Groom
Ed is Shawn's father. He is a musician and has taught music in Lenoir for over 20 years. He is very kind and caring.
Addie Lemmerman
Flower Girl
Addie is the daughter of Melissa (Maid of Honor) and Carter Lemmerman. She is very smart and loves Princess Aurora.
Little Griffin Whitener
Ring Bearer
Little Griffin is Shawn's grandson - his parents are Gabby (bridesmaid) and Griffin Whitener (groomsmen). He loves Bluey, bubbles, and chasing Shawn and Crystal's dog Cotton.