Elizabeth & Shay
Wedding Party
Dalee Snachez
Matron of Honor
Dalee and Ellie were kids together growing up in Littleton but became the best of friends in 2012. 10 Years of adventures, laughter and heart to hearts have been shared. She has been with Ellie through so much, so it is a great honor to have Dalee as the Matron of Honor on this special day.
Brianna Wilson
Maid of Honor
Brianna and Ellie met in the summer of 2012 and have been inseparable ever since. Best of Friends for 10 years, the pair has had many adventures. Through every triumph, down fall and memorable moment they have always been there for each other. So, it was only fitting that Brianna is the Maid of Honor and apart of Shay and Ellies special day.
Adeline Clark
Bridesmaid
Adeline is Ellies soon-to-be sister-in-law and mother to our two beautiful nieces Everleigh and Ryleigh. Ellie met Adeline when Adeline was just 15 years old and dating her younger brother Zachary. When she reentered into Ellies life a few years later, they rekindled at a Illenium concert that all three attended. (Fun Fact: this concert happened the day after Shay and Ellie met!) Ellie is so thrilled to have her sister stand with her on her special day and couldn't be more grateful to share it with her nieces as well.
Katherine Carwise
Bridesmaid
Katherine is Shays' sister and mother to our handsome nephew Nicolas Jr. Ellie really got to know Kat in the summer of 2020, at a couple's trip to Pigon Forge, TN. After the adventures. their mutual love for Disney, laughing and singing brought the two closer. Ellie is elated to have her new sister stand with them and to be able to share this moment with their nephew as well.
Patrick Murphy
Best Man
Patrick and Shay been best friends since 2013 when they met at Heritage College. The two have been through so many things together and have made so many memories throughout their time as friends. Patrick has always been there for Shay, so it is only fitting that he is the best man. Patrick is an amazing father to two beautiful kids, Gerald and Athena. Shay is honored to have Patrick stand with him on this special day.
Zach Abney
Groomsman
Zach is Ellie's younger brother and father to our beautiful nieces Everleigh and Ryleigh. So lovingly called "Little Big Brother" by Ellie, Zach has always been there for his sister. While there were some sibling confrontations growing up- the two became closer in their late teens/ early twenties. Shay and Ellie are so excited to have Zach stand with them and be a part of their special day.
Ryan Campbell
Groomsman
Ryan came into Ellie's life 6 years ago when he started dating her best friend, Brianna. When Ellie first brought over Shay to "meet the crew", Ryan's open heart and laid-back charm let Shay know that they would be fast friends. Between beer pong partners and game nights, Ryan has always been a genuine, fun part of the couple's lives. Shay is very excited to have him be a part of this special day.
Cyle Ortega
Groomsman
Cyle and Shay known each other since Shay started at the Post Office in 2016, soon after that they became friends. They both enjoy hanging out together either at the gym or evening longboarding at The Arvada Art Center. Even though they both work at different stations, they still continue to talk on the phone on every shift. Shay is so excited to have him here to stand with us today.
Everleigh and Ryleigh
Flower Girl
Everleigh and Ryleigh are Zach and Adeline's daughters. These beautiful, sweet and funny little girls are our honorary Flower Girls!
Nicholas Jr.
Ring Bearer
Nicholas Jr is son to Katherine and Nick. This bright, happy, handsome young man is our honorary Ring Bearer!
Morgan Norman-Wallace
Usher/Back-Up Dancer
Morgan is one of Shay's brothers (lil brother) and Founder of his Brand "Get Life". Shay and Morgan met through Facebook and met up for a game night at one of Morgans friends; ever since then Shay and Morgan became brothers. They both enjoy going to the gym together and their favorite thing to do is Bros Night. with their other brother Sebastian. Morgan will be one of the Ushers for the wedding but will also be helping Shay with his dance for Ellie.
Sebastian Sap
Usher/ Back-Up Dancer
Sebastian is the big brother of the trio (Morgan, Shay and Seb). Sebastian and Shay met through TikTok when Seb reached out to Shay letting him know he was moving down from VA and that he wanted to hangout. Shay and Morgan both actually met up with Sebastian for the first time together at a Cajun restaurant, soon after that the three of them grew a bond. Shay and Sebastian also enjoy going to the gym together and hanging out with the three of them together for Bros Night. Sebastian will also be one of the Ushers for the wedding and will be dancing by Shays and Morgans side in the dance that Shay has planned for Ellie on their big day.