Wedding Party & Support Teams

N. NICOLE JAMES "Nikki"

Bride

Friends are essential and important. I've always been able to make friends. Yet, its not easy building lasting friendships. Helen Keller said, "I would rather walk with a friend in the dark, than alone in the light." I have some amazing friends who have walked with me during some of my most difficult and challenging times. They all have been in my corner, have my back and been there for me when I needed them most. Heather, Andrea, Brittany-Leigh, Tonia & Sheila have agreed to stand with me as I marry the love of my life. Ladies, I LOVE you and I'm very blessed to have your friendship. Although I may not be the most important person in your life; I just hope that when you hear my name you will always smile and say...that's my friend.

HENRY G. DAVIS, JR. "Hank"

Groom

One of the many things that I have learned in life is that relationships are the most precious treasures that anyone could have. I've learn that as you travel through this life’s journey, the more relationships you establish, the more you continue to grow and evolve. I've come to understand that Love Has Got EVERYTHING To Do With It!! The gentlemen that will stand with me as I take Nicole as my bride, exemplifies my life’s journey through relationships. These gentlemen capture this part of our journey at this time, and I am so honored to have them be apart of our day.

Andrea Sheree' Franklin

Matron of Honor

Andrea is a wife, mother of 3 and a Regional Property Director. NICOLE SAYS: "Best Friends are people who make your problems their problems, just so you don't have to go through it alone. Andrea is the epitome of this. There are friendships imprinted in our hearts that will never be diminished by time, distance or anything. Andrea is imprinted in my heart. She's my chief Intercessor and Prayer Partner, kind, sweet, loving, forgiving, incredibly generous and fiercely dedicated to her friends. When I first met Andrea, I told her that she needed to get some new friends. I had no idea that I would become one of them and we would forge a bond that has lasted through thick and thin; thin and thick".

Heather Eileen Walker-Coleman

Matron of Honor

Heather is a wife, mother of 4, grandmother and Registered Nurse who resides in Texas. NICOLE SAYS:l "Heather and I have been friends since the 90's when we used to stomp in Detroit. I remember we would hang out together until the sun would catch us riding home on I-94. We dedicated our lives to Christ and got baptized together. As years passed, she remains, my "Ride or fly, I ain't tellin' a lie", friend who is kind and loving. She always has my back and is pretty protective when it comes to me so watch it. Don't mess with her or me because "Baby, she is FIRE in more ways than one. Yet, she's super sweet. Sweet as sweet potato pie, and so is our friendship. I think that's why we call each other "Sugah", & "Sugah, Sugah".

Brittany-Leigh Powell

Matron of Honor

Brittany-Leigh works as a Real Estate Agent. She is a wife and mother. NICOLE SAYS: "I am so grateful that we call each other friends. Brittany-Leigh has championed the love and success of my relationship with Hank for many years. We've grown close since the day we met at a clothing store. Later, she became a client and also a friend. I'm thankful that Brittany-Leigh's heart wasn't closed love and relationships. She helped me embrace being more forgiving and a life with Hank because my heart was still healing when we met. Who would have thought that a retail shopping trip would birth a beautiful friendship".

Sheila Renee Rhodes

Maid of Honor and Vocalist

"I am honored to participate in and elated to witness the union of my 2 friends. I first met Hank over 20 years ago at karaoke. Someone suggested we do a duet and Hank says I was less than thrilled, but did it anyway. Our voices blended very well together and he has been a good friend and singing buddy ever since. He and I shared many laughs and good times over the years. We have been in a couple of bands together and still enjoy our good times and laughter at karaoke. Nikki and I met at karaoke too about 12 years ago. It was one of the first times she, Hank and I spent time together. We became fast friends and she soon became hooked on karaoke. We spent many hours laughing and talking while she styled my hair, went shopping or shared a meal. I wish continued blessings for my two friends".

Sheila Renee Rhodes (cont'd)

Maid of Honor

NICOLE SAYS: "Sheila and Hank have been friends for over 20 years. They met at Banfield's in Ann Arbor while singing karaoke. Sheila and I met through Hank in 2009 and she showed me the utmost respect when Hank and I started dating. Since then Sheila and I have bonded and formed our own special friendship. She is now one of my most dear friends and another big sister. Sheila is sweet as sweet potato pie, kind, gentle and soft spoken. She always gives me gentle truth, sound advice; and she is respectful of my feelings, opinions and views, even if we disagree. I can always count on Sheila to listen, be there in a pinch, when the chips are down and for any shopping or "Road trip"!

Tonia C. Williams

Maid of Honor

Tonia works as a Property Manager. She is a mother of 5 children with 14 grandchildren and a few on the way. NICOLE SAYS: "Tonia, adopted me as her little sister and she is my big sister. If you're in her circle, you will experience a unique relationship. Only a few chosen people get to see how kind, very generous and loving this woman really is. Most won't have the privilege of being close to her and if you are; that means she really loves you. She is wise, reserved, modest and walks with a mindset that commands attention. Tonia is responsible for me being able to connect with Hank on a more mature level when he and I met" because she forced me to grow up in ways that I didn't want to. She gives me honest truth which has matured me into the woman that I am today.

Erika Tiffany Miller

Bridesmaid

& Sister of the Bride Erika is a wife and Accounts Payables Manager who resides in Texas.

Jonathon Miles Davis

Best Man

& Son of the Groom Jon is currently employed in the Flint area and is studying to become an entrepreneur.

Stuart Brittain Davis

Best Man

& Son of the Groom Stuart is a husband and a father to three beautiful daughters! He is studying to be a Master Chef.

Steven Eugene Wilson

Groomsman

& Best friend of the Groom Hank and Steve met in 1981 and have been friends for well over 30 years. Steve and Hank share a bond more like brothers rather than friends. This celebration simply would not be the same without BIG STEVE!!

Aaron Vincent Barnes

Groomsman

& Friend of the Bride and Groom Aaron is a father of 3 adult children, 14 grandchildren and says "Little people are cool". He is an Emergency Room Technician at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs/VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System a/k/a "VA Hospital" and has served the United States for "22 years and 11 months and 16 days" (to date of his interview for this) as a Army Medic. NICOLE SAYS: When Hank first introduced me to Aaron in 2009, I did not like him and he was the ultimate annoying thorn in my side. Now I can say this guy is el es mi hermano latino y lo amamos. That means... He is my Latin brother and we love him.

Leon James, Jr.

Groomsman

& Brother of the Bride Leon Jr. is a husband and Accounts Payables Manager.

E. Grace Davis

Mother of the Groom

The Groom has known this woman all his life.

Pastor Paul Wiens

Officiant

Paul Weins is the minister of the Church of Christ in Washington, Indiana. He was the previous Pastor of the Ypsilanti Church of Christ where he and Hank met. Hank and Paul became very close during his time in Ypsilanti. He had the opportunity to get to know both Nicole and Hank and considers it an honor to officiate their Marriage Covenant Ceremony.

Leon James, Sr.

Father of the Bride

The Bride has known this man all her life.

Josephine James

Mother of the Bride

The Bride has known this woman all her life.

SUPPORT TEAM 2 Family &Friends

Team 2 - Guest Relations, Hospitality & Assistants

Darrin Patterson

Vocalist

Sheila Renee Rhodes

Vocalist

Patrice Du Bose

Guest Relations Coordinator Event Assistant

Patrice is a wife, mother and Community Manager. Nicole and Patrice met when she first visited Nicole J Henry SALON for hair services. They not only have a professional relationship, but have forged a budding friendship and sisterhood. Patrice along with her husband, both minister, pray and intercede for Hank and Nicole. Patrice quickly volunteered to assist and support Hank and Nicole's vision.

LaToya Kirkman

RSVP/VIP Coordinator Bridal and Event Assistant

LaToya is a mother, Registered Nurse and Entrepreneur. Nicole and Latoya have been long time friends who have known each other all of LaToya's life. They grew up together at their local church where they both sang together in the choir. UPDATED 07/12/2022 The Bride & Groom have provided exclusive tickets to their Strolling Brunch Reception aboard the Infinity via your mailed wedding invitation. However, for reasons unknown, some invitees have not received theirs via USPS. If you have not, please email this concern before July 22, 2022 to: LaToya Kirkman RSVP/VIP Coordinator bkbylk14262@gmail.com ~or~ Call: (734) 695-1080

Sallye Ramsey

Guest Relations Greeter and Event Assistant

Angel Johnson

Guest Relations Greeter and Event Assistant

Kimberly Brantley

Guest Relations Event Assistant

Tammara Walker

Guest Relations Event Assistant

Tia Walker

Guest Relations Event Assistant

Rashawn Orr

Guest Relations Event Assistant

Angela James

Guest Relations Security, RSVP/VIP Assistant

SUPPORT TEAM 1

Vendors

Below are the wonderful people who worked diligently with the Bride and Groom to bring forth the vision for their wedding ceremony and reception.

Steven Rybicki

IOYC President and General Manager

Infinity & Ovation Yacht Charters 400 Maple Park Blvd Ste 404 St. Clair Shores, MI 48081

Cassandra Gray

IOYC Event Group Administrative Director/Administration Mgr.

Infinity & Ovation Yacht Charters 400 Maple Park Blvd Ste 404 St. Clair Shores, MI 48081

Laura Stewart

IOYC Operations Manager and Director of Sales

Infinity & Ovation Yacht Charters 400 Maple Park Blvd Ste 404 St. Clair Shores, MI 48081

Angela L. Landers

IOYC Sales Executive and Relationship Manager

Infinity & Ovation Yacht Charters 400 Maple Park Blvd Ste 404 St. Clair Shores, MI 48081

Rachel C. Joseph

IOYC Event Coordinator

Infinity & Ovation Yacht Charters 400 Maple Park Blvd Ste 404 St. Clair Shores, MI 48081 (248) 729-1342 RC.Joseph@infinityovation.com

Jeannie Michels

IOYC Accounting Manager

Infinity & Ovation Yacht Charters 400 Maple Park Blvd Ste 404 St. Clair Shores, MI 48081

Domnique N. Coleman

IOYC Systems Coordinator

Infinity & Ovation Yacht Charters 400 Maple Park Blvd Ste 404 St. Clair Shores, MI 48081

Rebecca Bacheldor

Event Manager and Designer

Emerald City Designs | The Special Event Group 24590 N. INDUSTRIAL DRIVE, FARMINGTON HILLS | MI 48335 248.474.7077

Jill Kammerzell

Wedding Rehearsal & Ceremony Coordinator

BE and Company Milford, MI 48381

Morning Glory Coffee &Pastries

Cake Designers

Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236

Jason Parent

DJ Manager

Jason Parent, Owner - Pro DJ Services St. Clair Shores, MI 48081

Kristyn Greenfield

Photographer

KG Creative Photography Belleville, MI 48111 (734) 658-1169

Sherrod Glosson

Videographer

RADOgraphy Productions