The Future McCurry's Registry
Wedding Party
Kaylee Petitt
Matron of Honor
The calm to my storm! Kaylee is my oldest and favorite sister (and only sister)… Personality wise, Kaylee and I could not be more opposite. She is the purple to my pink, the order to my chaos, calm to my storm. Yet in life, I have found that to be the perfect mixture for a friendship that is so special to me. Kaylee has become one of the only people to truly know and understand me completely. She always knows exactly what to say to make things better, and in true sister nature, knows exactly what to say to push my buttons. Nevertheless, Kaylee is a role model and hard act to follow, but has always been there to teach and show me every step of life. She is the big sister that you almost hate to have because she is so well achieved and successful, but absolutely love because you are so incredibly proud to call her your sister. She is the hardest worker I know and always their to advocate for the people who don't have the voice to do so. Her strength in life and mind is something I strive for daily. Kaylee has this incredible drive in her that has been an inspiration for me. She has way of making you feel heard and known when talking with her. We have always been told by our mom that when all else fails in life, we will always have each other whether we like it or not. She was my first friendship by default, but a lasting one by choice! Love you sis!
Jackson Palumbo
Best Man
Jackson and I went to the University of Tennessee together. We were roommates freshman year and have lived with each other since then. He is from Baton Rouge, Louisiana and we met via a roommate preference app named Roomsync. Crazy to think how faithful the Lord is even through a random app like that. Once we had both moved to Knoxville, we quickly became very close, basically doing everything together like campus ministries, hooping at the TREC, intramurals, video games, classes, you name it. Sophomore year we ended up rushing BYX together and that was a big focal point of our time in college. I am so thankful for him and all that he has done for me. He is wise above his years and was exactly who I needed as a friend to grow me as a person as well as pushing me to a closer walk with the Lord. His willingness to listen without judgment and offer guidance without hesitation has truly made a significant difference in my life and I am a better man because of it and in turn better for Kaitlyn. Thank you for being one of a kind and standing next to me on my big day.
Tucker McCurry
Best Dog
An honorary addition to our wedding party, the Best Dog! Tucker is our dog who has played a huge part in our relationship after college. He is full of fun and energy, always bringing joy to us with his sweet smile and hugs. He loves treats, tennis balls, his grandma, and tummy rubs! From man's best friend to man's best dog, we love you Tuck!
Brooke Stockton
Bridesmaid
The third addition to our relationship! Brooke has been there since day 1 for us and is the person who introduced us. She famously spit out the words "BEN MCCURRY???" after I told her I thought he was cute that night. Luckily I persisted! All aside, Brooke has been my friend and roommate for the past four years. Growing up, I always wanted to have a friend that felt more like a sister, and Brooke is that wish granted. She is my goofy side and brings out the best (and funniest) parts of me. Her laugh is contagious and her spirit could make anyone's day better! Brooke has such a sweet nature about her, she is kind to each and every person she meets, no matter the experience and will walk away with a new friend. She always does her best to include everyone and is truly loved by all. One of my favorite things about Brooke is how she simply just loves spending time with people. Brooke is the person who is always down to just be there. Whether its going to get food, groceries, the mall, a walk, an errand, she is ready to go. Looking back at Ben and I's relationship one common is Brooke being our tagalong for Chick-fil-a runs, pickleball, Friday nights, movies, you name it. She is our always plus one and we jokingly call her our 'first child'. Through that, us three have grown such a sweet friendship that makes her support on our wedding day so much more meaningful. There is no one else we would want to be a 'plus one' next to us on this big day!
Greta Von Haefen
Bridesmaid
The one who is authentically always herself! Greta is one of my best friends from college and someone who has always been there when I needed her no matter the circumstance. Our relationship has given me so many lesson in life that have made me a better person. Greta is the most out-going person I think I have truly ever met. In a room full of people, Greta is the one that would get on stage and do karaoke without skipping a beat. She is never afraid to make a moment fun, even if it means embarrassing herself. One of my favorite stories from Ben and I's relationship involves Greta's spunky personality. One night before Ben and I were dating, I cooked him a full course meal to impress him. While waiting for him to arrive, Greta decided she would be our 'waiter' for the night. Thinking it was a little weird, but overall funny, I reluctantly said yes. Little did I know how far she would take it! Greta goes into her room and comes out 10 minutes later dressed in a white button up and tie, sharpie mustache on her face with a towel draped over her arm, blaring French music. Safe to say, Greta makes each second of life more full and knows how to make a bad day good and a good day even better! Love you Greta Girl!
Kyrstin Funk
Bridesmaid
The simple and solid support! Kyrstin is one of my best friends from college and the person who will always be down to do nothing with! The best days in college were spent 'rotting' in her king size bed watching movies and eating fast food all day. Kyrstin has a very unique personality that is both extremely honest and funny, but also very genuine. She is intentional with her words, and will always be the friend to tell you exactly what you need to hear, whether you like it or not. Kyrstin has a love and loyalty for her friends that is endless, and she will do anything for those she cares about. My relationship with Kyrstin has always been one that I love. There is a sense of comfort that she gives off where we could sit in silence together for hours on end and never think anything of it. Kyrstin is always the friend to make you feel special when it means the most and I cannot think of a better person to stand with me on this special day!
Bailey McCurry
Bridesmaid
My twin!! The oldest of Ben's sisters and Kaitlyn's twin/soon to be sister-in-law! Bailey was Kaitlyn before Kaitlyn ever existed. Both are incredibly outspoken, sarcastic, and there to annoy Ben! Bailey is an answer to my lifelong dream of having another me around to be friends with. From our love for the color blue and white antiques to us matching 24/7, Bailey and I's similarities continue to amaze me! Where we differ is the parts of Bailey that make her so special to each person she touches. Bailey is wise above her years and strong in faith, heart, and mind. She has a spirit that can light up a room and is a constant reminder of her true authentic self. As a friend who will now become my sister, I am so grateful to have you by my side and in my life forever! They always say you will end up with someone like one of your family members, they never said which one though *wink wink*.
Brooke McCurry
Bridesmaid
A sweet soul! The youngest of Ben's sister and Kaitlyn's soon to be sister-in-law! Brooke is the kindest soul and is beautiful inside and out. Her confidence radiates through every step in her and is contagious to those she is around. Brooke is so full of energy and spirit, making each moment for fun. I admire her way to bring light to each situation and look at the positives in life. Her cup is definitely always full! Brooke is never afraid to step out and be herself in any moment. As a friend who will now be in my life forever as a sister! Our wedding would not be complete without you by my side!
Reagan Carlson
Groom
Reagan was a brother in BYX and was one of my roommates during my junior and senior years of college. He quickly became one of my closest friends. He has been such a consistently great friend to me. He truly does love and support those he is closest to. It has been a blessing to be around him. We loved watching countless NFL, NBA, MLB and you name it games on TV as well as playing many sports during our time together. During our Junior/Senior year, it felt like we played pickleball almost every day. I am thankful for him teaching me to not take life so seriously and that it is okay to relax and enjoy the moment. I can’t wait for our relationship to continue to grow as I take this next step in becoming a married man.
Seth Jarratt
Groom
Seth Jarratt was a brother in BYX and someone who I was very close with during college. We pledged together, did pledge team together, and was pledge captain during my year of being the recruitment captain of BYX. Seth is one of the funniest and most real people I know. He is the type of guy who is so easy to talk to too. The way he pursued and continues to pursue Lauren was an amazing example of how I wanted to pursue Kaitlyn early on. Seth and I were always playing sports all through college, with my favorite being our intramural softball league. Seth was there and involved with many of my core memories of college and I am so thankful to have a man like him in my corner.
Austin Crenshaw
Groom
Austin Crenshaw is from Memphis, Tennessee, and has been in my life for as long as I can remember. Our fathers both were pastors at the same church for most of our lives so naturally we were always spending time together one way or another. Growing up I went to 5 different schools from K-6th grade. Once we were back in Memphis for a second time Austin was the only person I remembered and who I wanted to spend my time with. I would always ask to go to the Crenshaw's house to have Nerf gun fights, play video games, and enjoy peanut butter and honey sandwiches (which I wasn’t allowed to have at my house because of my sister's allergies). Fast forwarding to high school I would drive Austin to school and would try my best to be a mentor to him. Eventually, I went to Tennessee and joined BYX. I knew I wanted Austin there with me one day. Once that day came, I was so thrilled and excited he committed to UT and was the recruitment captain for BYX the year it was coming in as a freshman. Our relationship has grown so much and thankful for the Lord allowing us to be in each other's lives and for him to be standing next to me on my big day.
Reid Curlin
Groom
Reid Curlin is from Memphis, Tennessee, and was my little in BYX. Since the rush week of 2021, I always knew I wanted Reid as my little. In BYX, bigs, littles, and families gathered once a week for cell group which was a time to go through a certain book, or scripture and share their highlights and lowlights from the week. It is a time of growth as older men in college speak wisdom to the younger guys. But with Reid, many times he was the one giving me the advice and wisdom. Never have I met someone who is so spiritually and Biblically grounded as Reid. He is so much wiser than his age and we formed a special bond during our time in college. I can’t imagine my time in college without Reid. I am thankful for his boldness and friendship which will only continue to grow as I take this next step in marriage. Love you brother more than you know.
Dawson Houser
Groom
Dawson Houser was another member of our fraternity BYX. Dawson is a year older than I am and became my big in BYX during my time at UT. Growing up with two sisters, I have always prayed for “some other person.” Someone older than me who I would look up to and someone who would seek me out and encourage me. Dawson was that answered prayer. He was funny when I needed someone to make me smile. He was vulnerable and was not afraid to get deep with me about what I was struggling with. Dawson set an example of how to be a great big and in turn I tried to be that for Reid. Dawson was the president of his Senior year and was always someone who wanted to lead. I always have looked up to Dawson. I feel incredibly fortunate to have him as a friend and mentor. Thank you for being such a rock and voice that I can always rely on to offer wisdom in my spiritual walk and personally as a man. I grew so much during my time with Dawson because of that. He got married in 2022 and how he pursued Maddie modeled how I should do the same for Kaitlyn. I love you, brother. I am excited to see how our relationship will continue to grow over the next few years as married men.