Danelle & Dylan
Wedding Party
Kelsey Wang
Matron of Honor
Kelsey is Danelle's older sister and anyone can tell you that from a very young age, they were obviously very different! Although they have their differences, they continue to help and support each other as they grow up and step into the next big stages of their lives. Kelsey's next big stage being motherhood! She is having her baby girl in December, making Danelle an Auntie for the first time! Danelle is so happy to have her by her side on her wedding day.
Derek Hatch
Best Man
“Wait, they’re brothers?”, a phrase that Dylan and Derek have heard way too many times through out their lives, but yes Derek is Dylans taller, not so much darker, and ginger older brother! Derek has been a main example and role model throughout Dylan’s life and his biggest supporter, helping Dylan grow into the person he is. Having his brother stand next to him on his big day, Dylan wouldn’t want anything less.
Phyllis Lourens
Matron of Honor
Danelle and Phyllis met in high school, and became fast friends. They spent almost every day together, until Phyllis graduated and moved to Florida. When she made the move, the girls promised that they would always be at every momentous occasion in each others lives, and they've lived up to that promise. Danelle can't wait to have her by her side on her wedding day, one of the biggest and most momentous occasions of her life!
Scott Schoenheit
Best Man
Let me tell you a story! It is one of 2 boys, a play ground sand pit, a gardening rake and stepping on it to propel the long handle up into their foreheads…. Over and over again. It’s funny thinking that was the start of a 23 year brotherhood that is still going to this day. Scott was an important factor in Dylan and Danelle even meeting and has been an important member in helping build their relationship. Dylan couldn’t be more excited to have him as a best man.
Brianna Richards
Bridesmaid
Cat lover, wine drinker, yoga queen. All things describing Brianna Richards. Bri and Danelle met almost 4 years ago through a mutual friend, and have been inseparable ever since. They've spent countless hours laughing, watching their favorite reality tv shows, going to happy hour, becoming roommates, sitting for hours at their favorite beachside spot Dinis, and so much more. Bri was a huge source of love and support for Danelle while Dylan was in bootcamp and starting his Navy journey. She would freak out and scream with Danelle whenever she would get a phone call or letter, and would uplift and support her whenever she had harder days. Although a psychic told Bri she should never move to Florida, Danelle is determined to convince Bri to get a second opinion and make the move!!
Jake Mingo
Groomsman
Jake and Dylan’s friendship has grown tremendously over the years. They started as drinking buddies and are now people who do nothing but support and build each other up to make each other better. Jake is someone Dylan knows he can count on without hesitation and you can count on seeing him standing next to Dylan on the wedding day!
Danielle Stubbs
Bridesmaid
Danielle is one of a kind. Danelle and Danielle met 6 years ago and although they live hours apart, they have always kept their friendship strong and stayed highly involved in each others lives. Danielle is a fun, giggly, easy going girl that can get along with anyone. She's someone that can always put a smile on your face, and is always down for a good time. No matter how much time goes by, whenever Danelle and Danielle are together, they pick up right where they left off as if they had seen each other the day before.
Troy Welby
Groomsman
Have you ever met a person that makes you feel completely incompetent without even trying? Is so good at EVERYTHING, and also such a good person that you just had to know them? Well, these were Dylans exact thoughts when meeting Troy in elementary school. 20 years later, Troy is just as impressive and an even better friend. He and his girl friend Serena are some of Danelle and Dylan’s best friends in the world. It wouldn’t be the same without Troy standing next to him.
Jaclyn Donahue
Bridesmaid
Danelle and Jaclyn met when Danelle and Dylan first started dating, and has been a strong figure and influence in both their relationship and their lives. Danelle and Dylan spent almost every day with Jaclyn, her husband Chris, and their three little girls during the COVID quarantine. Playing beach volleyball, hanging out at the pool, and having dinner under the palapa bar were almost a daily occurrence. Since then, many birthdays, holidays and weekends have been spent the same way. It's something that's HUGELY missed by Dylan and Danelle now that they're in Florida! Aside from them all having a close friendship, Jaclyn and Danelle developed a special relationship of their own. Support, love and fun (and margaritas) has been the foundation of their relationship, and continues to be the theme of their friendship today. The day wouldn't be complete without Jaclyn by Danelle's side!
Anthony Koller
Groomsman
Anthony and Dylan's friendship began many years ago, after meeting through their mutual friend and fellow groomsman, Troy. Quickly becoming some of each other's best friends, Anthony has always been someone that Dylan can call anytime for an honest sounding board. Anthony is a man who is unapologetically himself, with the utmost integrity and brutal honesty, and Dylan has valued their friendship from the day they met. Dylan was able to be one of Anthony's groomsmen for his wedding, and now has the honor to have Anthony stand next to him as he ties the knot!
Hanli van den Berg
Bridesmaid
Hanli and Danelle have been blessed with 10+ years of friendship together. Whether they're working together, drunkily struggling on a pedal pub in St. Pete, or talking about what they want for each other in the future, they always have a great time and offer support to each other in everything they do. When they go out together, you will often find them holding hands skipping down the sidewalks, tequila in hand. Hanli and Danelle were able to stand up together in Phyllis's wedding, and Danelle can't wait for them to stand up with her on her big day!
Sam Jones
Groomsman
Have you ever seen something beautiful blossom from something terrible? Like a super bloom of flowers after a wild fire? Well, think of that but with high school drama, and that is how Sam and Dylan’s friendship came about. Through that, a brotherhood grew, and they have been virtually inseparable since. Dylan is so excited to have Sam standing with him on the day.
BB Cook
Bridesmaid
BB is a prime example of the saying that time does not determine friendship. Danelle and BB met in Pensacola, Florida, at a little brunch spot in town. They exchanged numbers and after spending some time together, they realized how similar they are and quickly created a tight bond. BB is a sassy and hilarious blonde bombshell that will always make you laugh. Throughout their countless double dates, country concerts, tennis lessons, dart competitions (which BB and Danelle always won), and wild weekends in New Orleans, they never stopped having fun together. BB has been by Danelle's side through many firsts with the Navy, and Danelle can't wait for her to be by her side while she ties the knot!
Danny Demlinger
Groomsman
Danny and Dylan’s friendship started on Dylan’s 21st birthday trip in big bear. Many beers and a concussion later, a friendship grew from that trip that has lasted the past 6 years and will continue for many more. From friendship, to house mates, Danny has always been there for Dylan and always will. Dylan can’t wait to have him as a groomsman.
Chris Donahue
Officiant
Chris’ relationship with Dylan and Danelle has been one of great importance; like another older brother and mentor to both Dylan and Danelle. Chris and his wife Jaclyn’s relationship to each other and to their kids is a perfect example of what Dylan and Danelle strive for. That being said, Chris is the perfect person to officiate and bring Dylan and Danelle into marriage.