Wedding Party
Stacy Skowyra
Matron of Honor
Stacy is the the one person I talk to every single day of my life. She plays such an important role in my life not only as my sister but as someone I truly rely on day in and day out. I can not image anyone else being by my side as I marry the man of my dreams.
Dave Skowyra
Best Man
Dave is the Bride's Brother in law. When I took John to the sibling Hanukkah party in December 2024. Dave and John got along so well they exchanged phone numbers by the end of the day. You will always see these two talking at any family function. This wedding is going to be a truly family affair.
Spencer Skowyra
Maid of Honor
My niece "Hallway" is the reason I have my favorite title in the world, Auntie. The day Hallway was born was one of the most important days of my life. Hallway is my independant, stubborn, sweet and thoughtful person. I think of Hallway as my own child and can't image them not standing by me for another important day when her Auntie gets to marry John.
Kristy Richards
Groomswoman
Kristy is John's oldest daughter. I have only had the pleasure of meeting Kristy a few times but I look forward to getting to know her much better. Kristy is a lot like John so I know I will get to love her. Plus her and Abby made me something I never thought would happen, I will become their "Bonus Mom".
Vinny Skowyra
Maid of Honor
My Niece Vinny is my sweet, sassy, feirce and lovable human being. I was so scared when Stacy was pregnant that I wouldn't have enough love for both nieces but I was so wrong. The day Vinny came into this world I learned you can fall in love with a human instantly. Vinny is my side kick and just like their sibling I treat them like my own. Having Vinny stand up for me at the wedding and giving me the go ahead just makes the wedding and the planning so much more special.
Abigail Thurlow
Groomswoman
Abby is John's youngest daughter. Abby and I have had been texting often since we met. Instant connection just like I had with her Dad. She is very sweet and adventurous. She loves to travel just like I do. She is also the reason I am becoming a "Bonus Mom". I look forward to many years of spending time together.
Scott Greenberg
Bridesman
Scott is the Bride's Brother. Scott met John at my house unexpectedly, but Scott embraced John as part of his little sister's life. Scott and John have found a common interests that can keep them talking for quite a while. Scott and I are extremely close and having my brother stand next to my future husband during our ceremony is priceless.
Natalie Richards
Groomswoman
Natalie is John's Granddaughter. Natalie is in 11th Grade and by the time of the wedding she will be a Senior graduating in May! I'll fill you in more about Natalie once I get to know her better. (She is pictured with her 6 soon to be 7 year old Brother Owen, John's grandson) I do look forward to being there "Bonus Grandmother". Yes, I did write that. I will actually be Natalie and Owen's Bonus Grandmother.
Kelsey Canfield
Officiant
Kelsey joined our family in 2023. Kelsey will have the honor of marrying John and I. She has been ordained for years. John and I only thought it was fitting that she was the one who could legally pronounce us as Husband and Wife.
Owen Richards
Groomsman
Owen is John's 7 year old Grandson. I have not had the pleasure of hanging out with him yet, but I will update as soon as I find out some fun facts.
It's a Family Affair
Our Wedding Party
Our wedding party is made up of all our family! John and I decided that we wanted to make sure our immediate family were front and center as we take our vows. This in no way means that we do not love and adore all our friends and family. Since our wedding is so small with our closest people to our hearts traveling to Punta Cana, it will feel like everyone is in our wedding party! Small and intimate just the way John and I want it!!
Beth Thurlow
Honorable Mention
John's sister, Beth passed away in 2018. However, Beth may not be here physically I would like to mention her because she is John's only sibling. We talk about her often and John shares stories about them growing up and their lives together. I wish I could of met her and had her apart of our special day.