Wedding Party
Amanda Yurkiw
Matron of Honor
Almost two decades of friendship, adventures, music and laughter have been shared between Rebecca and Amanda. Amanda's exuberance for life and all things fun is contagious. When asked to describe her best friend, Rebecca's first words are always that of the strength, charm and talent Amanda has. Often mistaken for sisters, Amanda's place, standing with Rebecca, is exactly where everyone expects her. Where there's one, there's another!
Joseph Laitem-Wilson
Best Man
Despite how different brothers Joe and Jason are, they haven't killed each other yet! If that's not love, we don't know what is! Joe has been a steadfast brother and friend for 27 years. Joe's ambition and drive are equal to his sharp, sarcastic wit. Always there to make you laugh or tell an interesting factoid, Joe brings new flavor to any interaction. Jason couldn't be any happier to have his younger brother by his side on his wedding day.
Jessi McMurtry
ASL Interpreter
Both graduates of the American Sign Language/English Interpreting Program, Jessi and Rebecca worked together for years and developed a great friendship. Jessi's charisma and charm has been a light in Rebecca's world since they met. When Rebecca knew she was going to have interpreters at her wedding, she knew she could trust Jessi completely. Her hands express the emotion and heart that makes words come to life.
Alex Montgomery
ASL Interpreter
Rebecca watched Alex grow from a shy, first semester ASL student to a confident, full-fledged American Sign Language interpreter. Along with being an amazing inspiration, Alex has been close friends with Rebecca for the entirety of his ASL journey. Not only is Alex poised and professional, he can light up a room with his joy. Before Rebecca was even in a relationship, she asked Alex to one day interpret her wedding. Luckily, that time has come!
Marquesa Cook-Whearty
Officiant
Through the Speech and ASL department at Palomar College, Rebecca has been fortunate to know, work with, and learn from Marquesa over the last 5 years. As radiant as the islands she's named for, Marquesa is one of the brightest, kindest and most genuinely beautiful people you will ever meet.