Wedding Party
Melissa
Matron of Honor
Darby and Melissa grew up together, thanks to their moms becoming best friends back in school. It was only natural that their daughters followed suit. Growing up with Melissa has been filled with unforgettable Fourth of July parties, countless sleepovers, and so many shared adventures. Darby has always looked up to Melissa like a big sister, so it’s only fitting that she stands by our side and helps us celebrate on our special day.
Evan
Best Man
Evan is Markus’s brother, and the two share an incredibly special bond. They’ve always been close and can count on each other no matter what. Although Evan now lives in Arizona and they don’t get to see each other as often, their connection remains just as strong. We can’t wait to have Evan here celebrating with us!
Chloe
Bridesmaid
Darby and Chloe met in 2018 and quickly became fast friends. They’ve shared countless memories, from sleepless nights exploring Seattle to blasting music and laughing until morning. Even though Chloe now lives in Montana, their friendship remains as strong as ever. We couldn’t be more excited to have her in our lives and to share our special day with her!
Dalton
Groomsman
Dalton is Darby’s brother. While growing up together wasn’t always easy, as they got older their bond grew stronger and they became best friends. Dalton and Markus also became fast friends from the moment they met. We can’t wait to share this special day with him!
Sophia
Bridesmaid
Sophia is Markus’s sister, and from the moment she met Darby, they shared an instant connection. Sophia looks up to Darby like an older sister and often turns to her for advice and guidance through life. Even though Sophia now lives in Montana, they still talk almost every day. We couldn’t be happier to have her in our lives!
Jesse
Groomsman
Markus and Jesse met in CDL school and quickly formed a strong friendship that has only grown over the years. From day one, they connected in a way that made it clear their bond was built to last. We’re beyond excited to have him stand by our side and be part of such a special day in our lives!
Sidney
Bridesmaid
Darby and Sidney met in high school and, through all the ups and downs, have always remained close. From countless sleepovers to trips and adventures, they’ve consistently been able to count on each other. Even though they now live far apart, their bond remains strong. We’re so happy she’s joining us on our special day!
Pat
Groomsman
Pat is a great friend of ours whom Markus met in 2018 through Kaleb. From the start, he fit right into the group, bonding over trucks, fishing, hunting, and everything outdoors. We’re thrilled to have him standing with us on our special day.
Allie
Bridesmaid
Allie is Kaleb’s wife and has been such a wonderful part of our lives. From the moment Darby met the friend group, Ali welcomed her with open arms, and the two quickly bonded over baking, life, and laughing at the boys. We’re so happy and grateful that she’ll be with us to celebrate our special day.
Kaleb
Groomsman
Kaleb is a close friend of ours and has been an important part of Markus’s life for many years. Their friendship grew through shared interests in trucks, fishing, hunting, and the outdoors, and Kaleb has been a constant presence through it all. We’re so grateful to have him standing beside us on our special day.
Alex
Bridesmaid
Alex is Tim’s wife, Alex has been a wonderful part of our lives, and we’re so grateful for her friendship and support. Even with the miles between us while they’ve been stationed in California, she’s remained a constant source of kindness and warmth. We’re truly honored to have her with us as we celebrate this special day
Tim
Groomsman
Tim is a close friend of ours who proudly serves in the Navy. Though distance has kept us apart while he’s been stationed in California, we’re incredibly thankful for his friendship and honored to have him beside us on our special day.
Aurora
Flower Girl
Aurora, the daughter of Ali and Kaleb, adores spending time with Darby and Markus, especially when everyone gets together to play games. She lovingly calls them her aunt and uncle, which makes us even more thrilled to have her as our flower girl.
Ella
Junior bridesmaid
Ella is the daughter of John Duane and the sister of Alek and Ashton. Darby and Ella have bonded over their love of horses and spending time outdoors. We are beyond excited to have her be a part of our special day!
Alek
Ring Bearer
Alek, the son of John Duane, is a wonderful part of our family. Darby and Markus cherish the time they spend together with everyone, and we’re so happy to have him included on our special day.
Ashton
Ring Bearer
Ashton, the son of John Duane, is a cherished part of our family. Darby and Markus treasure the time they spend together with everyone, and we’re so happy to have him included on our special day.
John Duane
Officiant
John Duane is Markus’s godfather. He and Markus’s father, JD, were best friends, and after the tragic loss of Markus’s father, John stepped into Markus’s life as a steady role model and father figure. We couldn’t have asked for anyone more meaningful to stand by us and support us on our special day.