Katie & Jeffrey
Our "I Do" Crew
Jeff Gray
Best Man
Jeff is the father of the groom and has been one of the biggest influences in Jeffrey's life. He has always been by his side: from teaching him how to ride a bike, to coaching him throughout all the years of baseball, and now working together everyday building and transforming outdoor living spaces.
Ryan O'Hara
Best Man
Jeff and Ryan met at Hampden- Sydney College where they both played baseball together. Through practices, workouts, travelling, and games they formed a friendship built off similar interests, joking on each other, and having a good time. Off the field, they shared a small dorm room for two years, which was a record for Jeff.
Brittany Aldo O'Donnell
Matron of Honor
Brittany and Katie met at Christopher Newport University. Soon after Katie pledged Phi Mu her freshman year, a lifetime bond was forged between the two as they became big and little. Brittany remains a mentor to Katie to this day. While in college, Brittany gave Katie a set of pearls to sew in her wedding dress one day (a Phi Mu ritual) and looks forward to that special moment together in October.
Paige Beck
Maid of Honor
Paige and Katie met while pledging Phi Mu together where they formed an incredible bond. She is one of the most kindhearted, lovable, and faith- based people you will ever meet. Every year the gals get together for an annual trip of a lifetime! You can find the two of them dancing the night away with a vodka soda in hand- hyping each other up! There is never a dull moment when these two are together. Fun fact: She loves tater tots.
Josh Blair
Groomsman
Josh and Jeffrey met in 2012 while playing baseball and studying at Hampden- Sydney College. He has always had an infectious personality and is a constant form of entertainment. Whether it be his dance moves or simple mannerisms, Josh is bound to make you laugh.
Shaq Brooks
Groomsman
Shaq and Katie met their freshman year at CNU and have stayed close friends. When Shaq met Jeffrey they instantly became great friends, as well. Shaq is a young professional in the heart of D.C, but don't let his major in Computer Information Systems fool you, he is truly the life of the party. Shaq will be the first one on the dance floor and the last one to leave it!
Lexi Putney
Maid of Honor
Katie met Lexi during her freshman year and knew she had to be a Phi Mu! She recruited her all semester and ran into her arms on bid day- best day ever! Lexi is a mature young lady and has a heart of pure gold. Katie has always seen Lexi as the little sister she never had, but always wanted.
Leah Steinke
Bridesmaid
Leah and Katie were randomly placed as suite mates freshman year. They formed a friendship, became Phi Mu sisters and lived together two more times before graduation! Leah is helpful, understanding, and a great listener; A friend you can rely on that is always in your corner. Very soon she'll be a wifey to the love of her life, too- Congrats Leahcat!
Jake O'Brian
Groomsman
Jake is one of Jeff's oldest friends. The two played little league baseball together when they were young and have stayed close all of these years! Jake is a local real estate agent on the peninsula, but could definitely make a career out of being a chef or a NASCAR racer!
Christian Hamlett
Groomsman
Christian and Jeff met as freshman while playing baseball and studying at Hampden-Sydney College. They recognized each other from playing summerball together the previous year, and easily formed a bond as the young guys on the team. Christian has always been one of the nicest friends and the first to get parallel and hit a nap.
Garrett Birnbaum
Groomsman
Garrett and Jeff met in 2011 as freshmen playing baseball and studying at Hampden-Sydney College. Off the field they lived together for two years and enjoyed all things sports. As roommates and teammates there were plenty of good times and laughs.
Kyle Lung
Groomsman
Kyle and Jeff met at Hampden-Sydney College in 2011. They met at the first team meeting for baseball and learned they grew up in the same area and had many shared interests. Kyle was always a helpful friend and was Jeff's preferred proof-reader for all things writing.
Ellie McElroy
Bridesmaid
Ellie and Katie met while attending Goochland High School where they became friends senior year... and boy did they have some fun times on the farm! She went off to Sweet Briar College, while Katie started her life at CNU but never missed a beat with one another. Ellie is not afraid of a challenge and always up for a good time. She will be #married shortly to her sweet fiance, Wes!
Katelyn Payne Hall
Bridesmaid
Katelyn is one of Katie's oldest friends. They cheered together from the time they were in little league until seniors in high school- Go Bulldogs! Katelyn is such a sincere genuine person and has been a constant friend in her life. Katie was honored to be a bridesmaid in Katelyn's wedding just a few short years ago and now she is a mommy- to- be to a sweet girl who doesn't even know how lucky she is yet!
Mackenzie Jones
Bridesmaid
Mackenzie is also one of Katie's oldest friends. The two have known each other for years and formed their relationship in high school while cheering on the Bulldogs. They were inseparable after every Friday night football game... probably getting into trouble! Mackenzie and Katie have had many fun memories together throughout the years and no matter the distance, they'll always be there for one another. Fun fact: Mackenzie and Katie had the same car in high school and are also sorority sisters! LIOB!