Wedding Party
John Blessinger
Groom
Hello everyone! I am excited to see you all and share this big moment in our lives. I know or have met most of you but for the few that I haven’t I am looking forward to meeting you as Britney has told me so much about you all. See you all soon!!!
Britney Hughes
Bride
I am so happy you all are supporting us as we prepare to grow into this new season of life! I am looking forward to committing our lives to each other surrounded by all of our most special family and friends. Thank you for being part of what makes this so special :)
Isaac Fouts
Best Man
John and I met at Saint Xavier. We share the same hobbies and choice in career paths. We have worked alongside one another throughout the years as students, athletes, coworkers, and outdoor adventurers. There are countless times he has been wrenching with me and my dad. It is with great honor I get to celebrate this upcoming milestone in John and Britney’s life as his best man.
Kelsey Mahoney
Maid of Honor
I'm Kelsey and I currently live in Los Angeles, but I met Britney in Grand Island, NY, in grade school through our friend Jordan. We had so many silly inside jokes and adventures trekking through the woods after school. When Britney moved away in middle school, we made an effort to stay in touch, and somehow our friendship has survived over long distance for 14 years! I'm so touched to be her maid of honor and I know this wedding will mark the beginning of a beautiful new chapter for her, filled with more silliness, adventures, and, most of all, love!
Max Brian
Groomsman
I met John at Saint Xavier and it wasn’t long after that we were going down to Red River Gorge for weekend trips. When I decided I wanted to Hike the Appalachian trail I knew John would be the one to enthusiastically join along on the journey. I can’t wait to be able to enthusiastically join John and Britney on their wedding day and see them start the next journey of their life.
Jill O'Bryan
Bridesmaid
I'm Jill! I've got 3 boys, 2 dogs, and 14 chickens. I met Britney in 2022 at Willow Hope Farm & we became best friends. My husband and I rock climb with Britney and John when we get the opportunity. I'm so thankful John and Britney have each other, they are truly an amazing couple.
Derek Cornwell
Groomsman
I met John at Max’s house in high school and we grew to be great friends through our mutual love of the outdoors and video games. We’ve been on many adventures together in the Red River Gorge and I’m excited for him and Britney as they embark on their great adventure together.
Jordan Anthony
Bridesmaid
Jordan and Britney have been friends for over 15 years! Their friendship has inspired creativity and energy in Jordan's life which she uses to write, sing, kayak, and dance, amung other passions. Jordan, Britney, Kelsey and Shelby frequently planned details of their weddings since they were in middle school!
Squid
Ring Bearer
I like long walks in the woods, chasing things, and snuggling. Britney had rescued me from a bad situation, nursed me to health from Parvo, and has been my main person my whole life! John helped with my knee surgery and rehab process and I am excited he will always take care of me and play tug, even though I do not understand the concept of marriage.
Susan Miller
Bridesmaid
I met Britney while we were both working at the Kentucky Humane Society, and since then she’s become a friend I can always count on. We’ve had so many fun adventures, and I’m excited and honored to help her celebrate this next chapter!
Hannah Griffiths
Bridesmaid
Hannah here! I had the fortune of meeting Britney during my time volunteering at Willow Hope Farm. It's usually hard to make friends, but with Britney, it felt easy. I am looking forward to Britney and John's new chapter and thankful they've extended me the honor of helping celebrate the occasion!
Rachel Hughes
Jr. Bridesmaid
My names Rachel and I'm the Sister of the Bride. Between cars, bikes, and everyday chaos, family has always been the most important thing to me. Watching my sister find someone who makes her this happy has been really special, and I’m so excited to celebrate them both.
Annemarie and Eloise
Flower Girl
Hi everyone! I’m Annemarie, the groom’s proud big sister, and this is my daughter, Eloise, who will be making her flower girl debut with a little bit of help. Growing up, John was always my silly, pestering little brother — the one who never stopped annoying me. But somewhere along the way, that same little boy became the kind of man who insists on taking me out to lunch and paying for it. It’s hard to believe my little brother is 26 and getting married. Watching him grow into the person he is today has been such a gift, and seeing him so happy and loved makes this season even more meaningful for all of us.
Eugene Blessinger
Father of the Groom
Hi everyone, I go by the nickname Sonny and I am John's father. I am looking forward to celebrating John and Britney's wedding and I am wishing them the best of everything in their new life together. I'm so proud of them both and can't wait to see the amazing life you'll build together. Cheers!
Lisa Hughes
Mother of the Bride
I’ve known Britney for 26 years now. Haha! My name is Lisa and I’m the Mother of the Bride. Britney is our oldest, out of our 4 children. Through those years, I’ve watched Britney grow into a caring, loving, free spirited, woman. A woman that “marches to her own beat”, as her Gramma would say. A family goes through trials and tribulations. It hasn’t always been a smooth ride, but we always make it through as a whole. Welcome to our family, John! It’s sometimes crazy, but I wouldn’t change our individual personalities, a bit. We each offer unique qualities and so do you. I wish Britney and John a lot of happy times, tons of memories to cherish, with patience, faith and trust in one another to get through the rocky times, which isn’t always easy. I’m looking forward to what the future has in store for you both. May your family values be embedded in you and carry through with your lives in your adventures together. God Bless you both!
Lori Cushing
Mother of the Groom
Hello, proud to say I am John Paul’s mom, Lori Cushing. I know John and Britney are excited to get married and their excitement is contagious. I am looking forward to meeting Britney’s family and friends and for her to be a part of our family.
Robert Hughes
Father of the Bride
Hi, I’m Bob Britney’s Dad. I’m so proud of her as she has been an influential part of our family. She is the oldest of our four children and is a great daughter and big sister. I’m so glad she has found a great guy and am happy to be welcoming John into our family. I am wishing John and Britney a lifetime of love, happiness and adventure.
Rick Fouts
Officiant
Hello, I’m Rick. My wonderful wife is Dawn & we have been married for 32 yrs. Our son, Isaac, is the Best Man & our daughter is Hannah, Isaac’s big sister. I was introduced to John about 10 yrs ago when Isaac invited friends over. Over the next 10 yrs we worked on a few cars together, he’s helped us many times working on our boat. We’ve fished together and had a lot of laughs. Those times spent working together sparked John’s interest in the Millwright trade, which I’ve been a part of for 38 yrs. I was honored to guide him into the trade when he asked, helped mentor him along the way and worked together in our trade. Isaac is also a Millwright Journeyman, so the 3 of us working together on projects at home & at work is how we got to know each other. I also know that Britney makes John very happy. I’m honored to be a part of this life event for the them and we all look forward to watching them share their life together.
Shane Hughes
Usher
Hello everybody, I'm Shane, one of the wedding ushers. I'm looking forward to ushering this incredible couple and their big day.