Wedding Party

Joey Darling

Bride

Lucas Hernandez

Groom

Isabel and Kevin Darling

Parents of the Bride

Ben & Chris Hernandez

Parents of the Groom

Rod Pilkenton

Father of the Bride

Jesse Thompson

Officiant

Joey's oldest brother is the officiant for our wedding. We wanted someone that was special and dear to us. We couldn't think of anyone better than Jesse; a man we know we can rely on and has looked out for Joey through her many adventures. We are so honored to have him as the officiant of our wedding!

Rachel Coleman

Bridesmaid

Rachel is one of Joey's closest friends. They started taking classes at Pure Barre within a month of each other and quickly recognized their similarities. Their friendship continued to grow throughout their time together in North Carolina, and Rachel continues to be Joey's steadfast pillar of love and support.

Davis Vermillion

Groomsman

Davis and Lucas worked together at Ft. Liberty and quickly became best friends. Davis was a pillar in the foundation of Joey and Lucas' journey. Davis is a big fan of Creed and golf!

Jennifer Thompson

Bridesmaid

Jen is Joey's sister-in-law. They were fast friends after first meeting and always pick up like no time has passed when they see each other. They connected quickly and their bond remains strong, always laughing together, loving each other, and giving Jesse (Joey's oldest brother) a hard time.

Logan Hernandez

Groomsman

Logan and Lucas can always recall the times they were playing video games together or wrestling in the family house. Logan is a smart man that enjoys sharpening his shooting skills and getting big in the gym!

Stephanie Hart

Bridesmaid

Joey and Stephanie started as co-workers and that quickly grew into an amazing friendship! Stephanie is who Joey goes to when she needs a hype woman, someone who will get her perspective, or when she's just looking for connection and fun. Stephanie's positive energy is contagious, and you will surely see her on the dance floor with Joey!

Lydia Hernandez

Groomswoman

Lucas, with no shame, says that watching Barbie, and playing My Little Pony together after school was one of his favorite past-times. Lydia enjoys reading books and going to concerts in her free time!

Dawn Rightenburg

Bridesmaid

Dawn is Joey's stepsister, but they get along as so much more than that. They laugh all the time about their similarities, and Dawn always has Joey's back! They love each other so much!

Matt Barnwell

Groomsman

Lucas met Matt early on in his military career. They would attend the same unit, deploy together, become roommates and eventually lead to becoming amazing friends. Matt taught Lucas what it meant to "break down walls". Matt enjoys taking his boat out on the water!

Sam Bergquist

Groomsman

Lucas has known Sam since 2016 from North Park University where they played soccer together and lived across the dorm hallway. They would eventually become roommates and go on many adventures together. Sam loves running marathons and fine whiskey!

Sam Zivot

Groomsman

Lucas has know Sam for over five years now. They would attend the same unit, deploy and live together. Sam taught Lucas that a sense of humor and some history lessons will make you the most interesting person in the room. Sam enjoys traveling the world.