Lisa & JohnLisa & John
Wedding PartyWedding Party
Valsala JacobValsala Jacob
Mother of the Bride
Lisa's mom is everything to her, so she's grateful to have her by her side on the big day. Valsala will be escorted by Lisa's brother, Tom Jacob.
John & Erin EndeanJohn & Erin Endean
Parents of the Groom
John’s parents have shaped every aspect of his life. Everything from his sense of humor, love of film/music, work ethic, values, and love of cats was influenced by his parents. He is very excited to celebrate alongside them on this special day.
Misty ThomasMisty Thomas
Matron of Honor
Baby Whisperer & Bestie Saving babies by day and Lisa's sanity by night, Misty is one of Lisa's oldest and closest friends ~ more a sister than a best friend. Their favorite memories include riding bikes through their neighborhood, birthday morning surprises, and cheering in the New Year together. Lisa can't get married without Misty by her side!
RJ StirlingRJ Stirling
Best Man
Real Estate Mogul, Lover of Windward Passage Vodka, and First Rate Confidant Rj was one of the first friends that John made when he first moved to DFW 8 years ago. They first met on the first annual Austin float trip, organized by Dalton, and it became very apparent that they would become fast friends. Together, RJ and John have enjoyed playing frisbee golf at sketchy frisbee golf parks, trying new bbq joints/hot chicken restaurants, and floating the Guadalupe. John is very honored to have RJ stand by his side!
Blanca ValenciaBlanca Valencia
Bridesmaid
Boss Lady Extraordinaire, Changing the World One Life at a Time Blanca was Lisa's first new friend in Austin when she moved back, and they immediately hit it off! Their favorite memories include backyard dates during the pandemic and rallying at protests downtown. Though she is the newest member of her Bridal Babes, Blanca and Lisa's friendship grew deeply over many long nights of laughter and loss.
Dan EndeanDan Endean
Groomsman
Foodie, Techie, and Aspiring Pro-Golfer John has known Dan since he was born! Despite being John’s youngest brother, he has maintained a close relationship with John. Some of John’s favorite memories of Dan include traveling with him and the rest of the family on long car rides to North Carolina during Spring Break, attending Dallas Cowboys playoff games, checking out new restaurants together in NOVA, and playing countless games of Skip-Bo!
Christine YangChristine Yang
Bridesmaid
Fellow Foodie & Sage Soul Christine and Lisa met in college but began spending time together as camp roomies. Their favorite memories include staying up late and then skipping breakfast to sleep in, connecting over their love for their dogs, and still hanging out after everyone else has left. Her thoughtfulness, intentionality, and generosity is a treasure. Everyone needs a Christine in their life, and I’m grateful that she’s in mine.
Tom EndeanTom Endean
Groomsman
World Traveler, Baseball Statistician, and Cat Whisperer John has known Tom since Tom was born! Tom and John have enjoyed some special times together. Some of these moments include attending sporting events together, eating their fill of Rocco’s pizza, and seeing David Gilmour in concert at Madison Square Garden with their brother Dan! John has always admired Tom’s sense of adventure and exploration as Tom has traveled to several countries and done long distance hiking/backpacking trips.
Deby ThomasDeby Thomas
Bridesmaid
Number Cruncher & Secret Keeper Lisa and Deby met in college and soon became inseparable. Their favorite memories include sharing the same taste buds and the same apartment when Deby was Lisa's unofficial third roommate her sophomore year. Deby is beloved by all who know her, and Lisa is lucky to call her best friend.
Anna HoskinsonAnna Hoskinson
Groomswoman
Dessert Lover, Crafting Queen, and Event Planner Extraordinaire Anna and John became acquainted shortly after John moved to DFW. Anna is the consummate “up for anything” person. Whether it be checking out a new dessert shop, floating the river, or playing Mario Kart, Anna’s can-do attitude has always been a constant in their friendship.
Dianne JohnsonDianne Johnson
Bridesmaid
Storyteller & Lifelong Learner Lisa and Dianne became fast friends at church, though Dianne initially told her that "there was no point" since she thought she would be moving. Staying proved her wrong, and they've been friends ever since. Their favorite memories together include cross-country travel, musicals, and monthly date nights. Dianne is known for her hilarious stories and her book recs - she's read pretty much anything worth reading!
Brennan SmithBrennan Smith
Groomsman
Coffee Snob, Annoying Oklahoma Sooners Superfan, Political Junkie Brennan and John became friends during John’s junior year of college. Together, John and Brennan have enjoyed some great times together including attending Dallas Cowboys games (back when John was a fan of the Cowboys), attending craft beer festivals, eating French toast sandwiches at Meddlesome Moth, and seeing Chris Cornell in concert. Even when they don’t always agree on football, John and Brennan have built a strong friendship based on good natured ribbing and good food/beer.
Jane AbrahamJane Abraham
Bridesmaid
Dr. Mom & World Traveler Though they became besties in college, Jane and Lisa met in their teens when Jane moved from Jersey and joined choir. Their favorite memories together include anything Jane Austen, foodie fun adventures, and countless road trips across Texas through the years. Jane's steady wisdom and presence has been Lisa's faithful companion.
Corey GillCorey Gill
Groomsman
Steelers Diehard, Milkman, and Simpsons Aficionado John and Corey became friends during college orientation weekend. They share a mutual love of Van Halen (DLR era, obviously), Pittsburgh Steelers football, and rocking out to “The Monster Mash.” Corey and John have had some great moments together including hanging out in Nashville, TN, attending a Van Halen concert, and many a late night Sheetz run in college. Corey and John enjoy a “roasting” type of friendship which may confuse many but is unique and special to them.
Joseph KwanJoseph Kwan
Bridesmate
Marketing Hotshot & Sounding Board Joseph and Lisa met when they both worked as college pastors. Their favorite memories include long chats over late night walks, puppy play dates, and Joseph conspiring with Lisa's various shenanigans. Joseph is one of those friends who always makes you better, and Lisa can't imagine her life without him.
Dalton HoltDalton Holt
Groomsman
Commanders Superfan & Dog Whisperer John and Dalton were friendly in college but weren’t close. However, when John moved to DFW, Dalton was the best first person he reached out to. Dalton was John’s sherpa in Dallas; he introduced him to his friends who eventually became John’s friends. Dalton’s kindness during this period of transition had a lasting impact on John, and John is honored to have Dalton by his side. Some of John’s favorite moments with Dalton include visiting Inwood Tavern, attending an FC Dallas soccer game, and hanging out watching football while playing with Dalton’s adorable puppy, Bert!
Reba AbrahamReba Abraham
Bridesmaid
Corporate Climber & Life of the Party Lisa and Reba have known each other their whole lives, but Reba was initially more of spunky little sister to her. Through weekly San Marcos drives during college, they quickly became much more. Their favorite memories include playing sports, eating sushi, and dancing til dawn. Reba has never met a stranger, and Lisa can always count on her to keep it real.
Gary BabatzGary Babatz
Groomsman
Crypto Bro, Turducken Specialist, and Austin Maximalist Gary and John became friends by way of Dalton. In a short time, Gary and John bonded over a love of football, fine cuisine (Turducken), and live music. Some of John’s favorite moments with Gary include all day Fortnite tournaments, pool parties, river float trips, and trips to the Minnesota State Fair. Gary is a true renaissance man, and John is excited to celebrate this day with him.
Sheryl MathewSheryl Mathew
Bridesmaid
Pro Plate-Spinner & Soul Sister Sheryl and Lisa have known each other all their lives. Their favorite memories include playing hangman under the coat racks at church, attending UT football games, and being mistaken as each other. When she's not working on her dissertation, addressing systemic change among the marginalized, or killing it as a mom, Sheryl is known for her powerhouse voice, both in wisdom and in music.
Hank HolmesHank Holmes
Groomsman
Celtics Diehard, Craft Beer Enthusiast, and Hiking Expert John and Hank became friends during college leadership weekend the summer before freshman year. Post-graduation, Hank lived at John’s parent’s house while he and John searched for employment in our nation’s capital. Some of John’s favorite moments with Hank include vacationing in New England during Spring Break, beer tastings at Harpoon Brewery, and attending an NCAA Final Four game in Boston. Hank’s infectious positivity and ability to befriend anyone and everyone will be on full display during the big day!
Tania ThomasTania Thomas
Bridesmaid
Superhero Mom & Expert Googler Tania and Lisa met at UT and spent their final years of college living together in apartment complexes and treehouses. Their favorite memories include dancing in the rain, jamming out to music, and long car rides between Austin and Ft. Worth. There's not much Tania can't do whether its whipping up a delicious meal, troubleshooting tech issues, or discovering the best finds.
Lexi HinkeLexi Hinke
Groomswoman
Oatmeal Enjoyer, Breaking Bad Superfan, Coffee Mug Collector Lexi and John became friends during Lexi’s sophomore year of college. Together, they share a deep love for all things Breaking Bad-related, Bucees snacks, and John Wick movies. While Lexi might be a fan of the Baltimore Ravens, she has been a most excellent friend to John. Some of John’s favorite moments with Lexi include watching Breaking Bad together during finals week (and eating dinosaur egg oatmeal), late night walks to Waffle House, and playing Gamepigeon games.
Sharon VargheseSharon Varghese
Honorary Bridesmaid
Gentle Encourager and Old Soul Much like others, Sharon and Lisa knew each other their whole lives, but it was high school and college that cemented their friendship as lifelong. Their favorite memories include mischievous night drives and sisterhood dates. Sharon is the perfect mix of humor and intentionality and warms the hearts of all who know her. Sharon is pregnant with twins and is due in May, so she will be joining the celebrations in spirit!
Tenzin JacobTenzin Jacob
Ring Bearer / “Bear”
Tenzin is Lisa’s nephew and is looking forward to being a bear 🐾 at his Maavi (Lisa) and Uncle John’s wedding. He is a bright light in their lives and will be sure to make the wedding even cuter!
