Wedding Party
Emily Wainright
Bride
Emily is the heart behind this big day, and the soon-to-be Mrs. Wheeler. She is the planner of all pretty things, and is most happy with her people, her puppy, and her future husband. Most of all, she is so excited to be celebrating with all of you!
Jessy Wheeler
Groom
Jessy is the guy who somehow makes Emily laugh every single day, still thinks he’s going to be helpful on wedding planning, and loves snacks and napping more than he probably should. He’s happiest with his people, his soon-to-be wife, and of couse, with Benny Lane.
Lilah Blue Searcy
Maid of Honor
Lilah Blue and Emily have known each other since Emily arrived aboard the USS Paul Ignatius in December of 2021. They clicked instantly and soon became roommates in the barracks, where they realized they couldn’t imagine life without one another. Even now, living in two different states, their bond remains unbreakable. Lilah Blue has waited forever to be apart of Emily's big day!
Lamont Arnold
Best Man
Lamont (better known as Lank) has known Jessy since 2017. He and Jessy have been friends long enough for him to know that Jessy still hasn’t completed this section of the website and his cute little bio is actually boring because it’s blank, - Emily, the wife
Ellie Hightower
Bridesmaid
Ellie and Emily met onboard USS Paul Ignatius in Rota, Spain, where they discovered they grew up just 45 minutes down the road from one another. Although they now live in different states, they always make time to see each other whenever they’re home at the same time. No matter the distance, their friendship has remained constant, making Ellie a truly special part of Emily’s life and her big day.
Bobby Barbaro
Groomsman
Known to Jessy and Emily as "Barb" (or better yet... the whiz kid), he met both the bride and groom onboard USS Paul Ignatius. He is one of the smartest men you'll ever meet, and insanely giving and kind. Barb and Jessy were liberty buddies for every port visit in Europe they could take together, and remain great friends to this day. He watched Jessy and Emily begin their love story, and he is so excited to be apart of their big day.
Sara Crider
Bridesmaid
Sara is Emily's little sister! They are exactly six years and three days apart. She and Emily could not be more opposite of each other but love each other nonetheless. Sara always has her sister's back. She is super funny, loves to hunt (with her bow of course!) and is extremely honest and blunt. She cannot wait to watch her big sister get married!
Hunter Kohn
Groomsman
Hunter and Jessy met onboard USS Paul Ignatius. They are friends and such and such. Jessy also has not completed Hunter’s bio, which makes Jessy a loser. “I’ll get there.” - Jessy Wheeler, on 20 February 2026, which means he knew he had to update it for at least a month, and still hasn’t. :) - Emily, the wife
Benny Lane
Honor Attendant
Benny Lane is our chaos coordinator, professional snuggler, and master of puppy charm. He loves zoomies, occasionally stealing socks, and making sure everyone sees him and gets his loving puppy kisses. He’s most excited for head scratches, all the attention, stealing hearts (and maybe a few treats), and supervising all the important wedding business. He asks everyone to please pack a few treats with them so he can be greeted properly.