Father of the Bride
"My dad is my hero, hands down. As a dedicated member of the army, he’s made countless sacrifices to protect and serve, not just for our country, but for our family. The strength, courage, and selflessness he’s shown throughout his life is something I admire beyond words. He’s given up so much—his time, his comfort, and so many precious moments—just to make sure we have the life we do. His unwavering dedication, both as a father, soldier, and a grandfather has shaped me in ways I’ll never be able to fully express. I’m beyond proud to call him my dad, and I’ll forever be grateful for everything he’s done for me."
Mother of the Bride
"My mother is the definition of strength and love. Her strength isn’t just about resilience through tough times, but in the way she lifts others up, encourages them to grow, and guides them with gentle wisdom. She knows when to be tough and when to be tender, always putting her loved ones first while making sure they feel seen, heard, and valued. Her ability to balance it all, while pouring so much love into everything she does, is nothing short of inspiring."
Flower Girl
"Our sweet little June, at just one year old, is already bringing so much joy and light into our lives. As our flower girl, she’ll be the tiniest but most adorable part of our special day. With her infectious smile, curious spirit, and those little giggles that warm our hearts, we know she’ll steal everyone’s attention and make the moment even more magical. We’re so excited to see her take part in such an important role, and we’re filled with love and pride as we watch her grow into the beautiful little person she’s becoming."
Maid of Honor
"Let me tell you a little about my best friend Andie Miller. She is one of the most amazing people to ever meet. I am not kidding when I say that we were literally inseparable throughout our college years, so of course when it came time to choose a Maid of Honor, she was the first person to come to mind. Allow me to tell you, however, that 'Maid of Honor' is an understatement. Andie is the sister I never had, the best friend everyone wishes they had, and my soulmate (shh don' tell Grant)."
Bridesmaid
"Alexis is one of the most hardworking, determined individuals I have ever met. She is not only an amazing sister to Grant, but she is the best aunt to our June. There is no one I'd rather call my Sister-In-Law that Alexis, and I am truly blessed to have her."
Bridesmaid
"Miss Kayli Tussing is such a light in my life. She knows how to just about make anyone laugh, and her smile is contagious. But if you were to ask my about my favorite quality of Kayli's, it is her adventurous spirit. Kayli is always ready to step outside her comfort zone and try something different."
Bridesmaid
"Amelie has always been the little sister I never had. We have known each other for fourteen years now, and no matter how long it has been, we always pick right back up. I am so lucky to have a friendship as strong and as special as this one, and I cannot imagine this day without her."
Bridesmaid
"Amanda has been my friend for what feels like forever. She is someone I know I can always count on, no matter what. You know you have a true friendship if you can always pick right back up from where you left off. Not to mention she has the most contagious personality!"
Bridesmaid
"Emily and I have been through it all together: college, pregnancy, and motherhood. I have always look up to Emily as she juggles every aspect of motherhood with such grace and love. She shows me everyday what it means to be resilient and dedicated, and I am so excited to go through every phase of life together."
Bridesmaid
"Kadence is that one person I know will always be there rooting for me, no matter what. From the biggest milestones to the smallest challenges, she’s there cheering me on with unwavering support and belief in my abilities. I am beyond grateful for her constant support and encouragement."
Best Man
"Man where do I even begin when it comes to Brayden Loomis. Brady and I have known each other for quite sometime now. Believe it or not, Brady and I actually did not always get along. When we were little we would always get a little too competitive especially when it came to basketball. But, fast forward to when we were in high school, we built a strong friendship. Something that him and I probably did not see coming, but I am happy it did. We would soon graduate high school and then become roommates in college! Brady has always been there for me and I know he will continue to not just be there for me but each and everyone of these guys in the future. I am incredibly proud of Brady and happy to call him my Best Man." P.S. If you ever want to see Brady without a beard, let me know. I got some good photos.
Groomsman
"Jack and I just met our Sophomore year in college but man do we have some stories. We had met each other out and about before but we never really knew each other until we rushed Phi Chi. We were in the same group during devotion week and thats when we really got to know each other. Some of my favorite memories with Jack is just hanging out at CI and having a good time enjoying the conversations that we would always have. Let me just tell you how great of a friend Jack is. Before Juliet and I even started going out and I had a huge crush on Juliet, I would always want to go out to where she was so I could make my move. I never wanted to go alone because I was a little shy so Jack would come along with me. And some of those nights were long nights of bouncing from bar to bar. I am incredibly grateful for that semester sophomore year when Jack and I met, he is a great friend and one of a kind!"
Groomsman
"Okay so really funny story. Jack and I actually met through Xbox. Whenever I would play Xbox with Brady he would always be in a party (a voice chat on xbox for those who do not know) with Jack. Through playing Xbox together, we all thought it would be a great idea to meet in person and hangout! Jack was only a city over so it wasn't a far drive! It is funny how close Jack and I got through Xbox to then meeting in person. Jack and I have plenty of fun memories together. I think my favorite ones have got to be the times we would go out on the lake and kayak or paddle board. Jack was actually the one who got me into working out too something that I never thought I would really be interested in after doing it for a sport four years straight! I also love hearing Jack play the guitar, I mean the man is a MUSICIAN! Sadly Jack has moved to AZ for work so we do not get to see each other as much, but he is a great friend and someone who will always be there for you!”
Groomsman
"Vinny is one of the best cousins that I ever could have asked for. Some of my greatest memories of Vinny come from Aunt Debbie and Uncle Mario's house back to when he was "Ketchup and Mustard Man" chasing us all around with a bowl of it mixed together trying to throw it at us. Then when we got older, Vinny would always ask if I wanted to go to Kalahari with the family and those were also some of the best memories! Some other great memories were witnessing him and Anthony argue over who was better at Madden or who was cheating and man did those moments get heated lol. Vinny is a great cousin as he is a great friend. I have nothing but great things to say about Vinny and I am proud of the many things he has accomplished as of recently. Love you cuzzo!"
Groomsman
"So Aidan and I actually know each other through our sisters. Both of our sisters played soccer together at Magnificat and we would soon find ourselves going to the same high school, St. Eds. Our freshman year was a fun year because we would carpool to football practices in the summers and those were some great memories. As we got older in high school we had different friend groups so we really did not hangout that much. But then we would find ourselves both going to Ohio University together! Aidan and I grew even closer in college than we were in high school and I am so grateful for this. We also were in the same business fraternity together but let me tell you, it was impossible to get this guy to come out on a Tuesday night! You can also spot Aidan anywhere in a crowd, he is one of the tallest people I know. Aidan is also a great friend and I am very fortunate that we went to the same high school and that we grew closer in college!”
Groomsman
“Tyler and I actually met through Drew. I always heard of this Tyler guy from Drew but never knew who he was. Once Drew had told us we were all going to college together we figured it would be a good idea to meet! I remember the very first time I met Tyler we were out in his front yard throwing the football shortly after he had shoulder surgery. Throwing the football would soon turn into going golfing together at copper top back when it was $20 for 18 and a cart! Tyler and I would wake up at 7am to get to our 8am Cluster classes and those are mornings I think both of us will never forget. Not just because of the great conversations we had but the fact that we were actually able to get up that early to go to class! When we were at school Tyler and I would always workout together and whether he knew this or not, he will now, I would always try and be competitive with how much weight we could lift! Tyler and I have many of the same interests which is what made Tyler and I close throughout these past few years. He is a great friend and I am very lucky that he is a part of Juliet and I’s special day.”
Groomsman
“I first met Drew at our first mini camp for Freshman year football at St. Ed’s. The first thing that comes to mind thinking back to that year is me seeing Drew run and thinking to my self “man that kids fast!” I think Drew and I’s friendship really started though once he became my holder for football. Man those football memories were great weren’t they Drew. Our friendship in high school was one where you were friends in school and out but you never really hung out. Then come senior year, COVID happened. I was over Drew’s house probably every other night whether it was helping out with the yard work, enjoying a beer on the porch, or him putting Beatles into a beer bottle. Everyone who knows Drew has some great stories to share. Like the time in college we went out for his birthday, I think, and when we got back we ding dong ditched some of the dorm rooms and run away as quickly as we could. Well this particular time, Drew ran into a wall and summersaulted midair, banging up his knee. There are countless great memories that we could share about Drew. Once I met Drew I knew that we were going to have a lasting friendship. Drew has seen me go through a lot and I’m very thankful to call him my friend.”
Mother of the Groom
“My mom is an inspiration to me. She is the strongest woman that I know! My mom inspires me to be strong because in her toughest times she was strong for Alexis and I both and would still do whatever it took to take care of us. When I was younger my mom would always help me with my homework to make sure I understood what I was learning, especially when it came to math. Sorry Dad, that subject was never really your area of expertise. If you know my mom you know that she truly is one of the nicest human beings ever and she truly inspires me to be the best person that I can be! I can go on and on and talk about you mom but the most important thing that I want to say on here is that I love you and thank you for always being there for me and helping me with whatever it was I needed help with. Whether it was with homework or simply just listening to a problem I was having over the phone. I love you and thank you!”
Father of the Groom
“My Dad truly is my hero and the greatest coach I have ever had. Not just in sports but in life. My dad is my hero because as a police officer, every shift he was sacrificing time so that he can provide for both Alexis and I. I’m sure it was not easy being on days or midnights but we are truly grateful for all you did for us. As for being my greatest coach, you are the one that taught me how to throw a football, how to be a better wrestler, how to kick a football, how to run properly, how to shoot a basketball (although that might’ve been mom too since that was her sport) and most importantly how to be a man. I could go on and on and talk about you and mom both but there is just too much to say in one little paragraph. I love you Dad and thank you for everything you have done for me. Thank you for being my hero, my coach in sports, and my coach in life.”