Kaitlyn & Mason
Wedding Party
Val Henry
Maid of Honor
Kaitlyn and Val first met years ago while working together at Chili's. This blunt, calls-it-as-she-sees-it Pennsylvania girl became like a big sister to Kaitlyn, and would be the first one to take Kaitlyn out for drinks after a bad day. Kaitlyn greatly admires Val's loyalty to her family and her ability to win EVERY CONTEST SHE ENTERS. But really, Val has some serious luck. She used to win tickets to all kinds of country shows when she was living in Nashville - sometimes multiple shows in one week! Despite her move home to PA, the two have kept in touch and are very excited to share in this exciting time together.
Travis Meredith
Best Man
For those who don't know, Travis is Mason’s older brother. Most would assume this is why Mason chose him as his best man. While that may be a factor, it is not really the case. Travis is the smartest man Mason knows. As Mason looks back on his life, there hasn't been anyone as constant as Travis. His quick wit has greatly defined Mason’s sense of humor. His intelligence and work ethic have always given Mason a goal to strive for. And his criticisms have always been to help Mason achieve greatness in life. There is no one Mason admires or respects more than his big brother and no one Mason would rather have by his side.
Ragan Tuttle
Matron of Honor
Ragan may be Mason's little sister, but she definitely has the bigger personality of the two (sorry, babe). Kaitlyn has felt so welcomed into her new family from day one, in large part thanks to this lady right here! Being an only child, Kaitlyn has never experienced how awesome siblings can be. So far, Ragan has proven that sisters really are your best friends. She has been instrumental in helping Kaitlyn plan the wedding, and Kaitlyn is so excited to officially call Ragan her sister!
Byron Tuttle
Groomsman
Byron is the newest addition to Mason's family. While he has been around for nearly 8 years, he married Mason's baby sister a little over a year ago. Byron is the type of guy that it takes time to get to know. But the first time Mason met Byron, he knew he liked him as a match for his sister. Mason has always been the protective big brother, so it was important to him she found someone who would treat her right. Byron is that guy. He is supportive and kind. Mason respects him for putting up with his baby sister, but he loves him for who he is, a great guy. Mason gets to call Byron his brother-in-law, but he's more grateful that he can call him his friend.
Maya Wimmer
Bridesmaid
After 20 years of friendship, it's safe to say Maya has earned her spot in the bride tribe! Kaitlyn first met Maya when the Wimmers moved in two houses up from Kaitlyn's family in Franklin, TN. It was the summer before first grade, and they've been friends ever since. Through dressing like twins, playing Puppy Power Sartutious, the woeful days of middle school, drifting apart in high school, going to different colleges, getting degrees and jobs, they have always been there for one another. Maya currently lives and works in Portland, OR, though she's travelled to Chile and Spain in recent years. Maya's adventurous spirit is most admirable! Kaitlyn can't imagine her oldest pal not being by her side on one of the most important days of her life.
Collin Higgs
Groomsman
Mason first met Collin in 2015, about two months before Kaitlyn and Mason started dating. Collin was friends with his roommates at the time. They quickly hit it off due to their dumb senses of humor. Their friendship grew once Kaitlyn and Mason got together as Collin lived practically next door to her. When Mason officially moved in with Kaitlyn, they were even closer to Collin. Mason got Collin a job at Chili's and they worked together as service partners more often than not. When they all got a house together, they became more family than friends. If Mason were to name one person who has seen Kaitlyn and his relationship grow the most, it would be Collin.
Rachel Horne
Bridesmaid
Another Chili's matchup, but this one is a little different. Rachel is one of Kaitlyn's "work daughters" she and Mason adopted during their tenure at Chili's. While they call her mom, Kaitlyn has really functioned as more of a big sister to the girls. Kaitlyn developed a special bond with Rachel, however, and she found that in the midst of trying to be an inspiration and a shoulder to cry on for the girls, Rachel had become that for her. Their days together are often spent with Kaitlyn trying to educate Rachel on the best film series to have ever been created (Star Wars, duh), but they talk through the whole movie for the millionth time, all while Rachel tries to convince everyone around her to GO VEGAN and save the planet (not making fun, Rachel; there is no planet B you guys). Rachel is a smart young lady, and "mom" and "dad" are excited to see where life takes her and even more thrilled that she's agreed to be part of their special day!
Corwin Aycock
Groomsman
Corwin might be the most lovable person in the whole wedding party. He and Mason met when Mason first went to MTSU. He lived with Garrett, and Mason with Zach, both some of Corwin's oldest friends. He was among Mason's first friends in Murfreesboro. From walking around campus with him and Travis Pickens playing their acoustic instruments to really teaching Mason how to play Super Smash Bros, Corwin and Mason have always had fun. When he moved into the house, along with Collin, Kaitlyn and Mason, their bond only grew. There are few chances in life to watch someone grow as a person like Mason has been able to with Corwin. Mason respects him more than many for what he has achieved through hard work and perseverance. Though distance separates them, he will always be family.
Meaghan O'Leary
Bridesmaid
Meaghan is another close friend of Kaitlyn's from their days at Chili's (thanks for the friends, Chili's!). She has not only been an EMT, firefighter, 911 call center operator, AND a police officer, but she is also a newlywed and a mother of two sweet little kiddos. If you look up "fierce" in the dictionary, you are sure to find Meaghan's face smiling back at you! Some of Kaitlyn's favorite nights were those spent with Meaghan and Val eating chips and queso, talking about work, and drinking an ice cold... water.
Sean Lehutsky
Groomsman
Of all the Groomsman, Mason has known Sean the shortest amount of time. But from the time Sean started at Chili's, they were immediate friends. He might be the only person around who can out talk Mason, which, let's admit it, is super impressive. Their shared love for cars bonded them quickly, and his ability to help Mason fix his when they were broken endeared him even further. If there is ever anything Mason needs, so long as he is able, Sean will be there. Mason so proud of what Sean has made of his life, and he knows Sean will only continue to grow.
Matthew Cooper
Usher
Kaitlyn has known Matt since her very first day at Chili's back in 2013. Although she was an annoyance to him at first, Kaitlyn was persistent and wanted to be cool enough to be Matt's buddy. Eventually, she pulled it off! Kaitlyn shared countless evenings with Matt and Val, and often Meaghan, too. Matt was also the closing (nighttime) bartender at Chili's while Kaitlyn was the opener. She would stay hours after her shift was over to ensure Matt had everything he needed to succeed because she knew he would do the same for her. He's always had Kaitlyn's back, been there early with Starbucks, known all the juicy gossip, just a great friend. Kaitlyn is so excited she can count on Matt to be a part of the big day!
JD Greenen
Usher
JD is the kind of friend everyone would be lucky to have. Much like many of those in the wedding party, Kaitlyn and Mason met JD at Chili's. JD was one of the few people there who had a plan, though. That's something Mason always respected about him. JD and Mason's love of cars brought them together, but it was JD's steadfast attitude and kind heart that made Mason most realize what kind of man he was. JD is the father to Mason and Kaitlyn's Goddaughter and a friend they know they can always count on.
Ben Daniel
Officiant
Ben is Kaitlyn's cousin (their dads are bros). He is a very charismatic man with a very interesting story! Ben and his wife, Liz, live in Wisconsin with their four children, Aiden, Hailey, Railyn, and Laina. He is a pastor at Southbrook Church in Franklin, WI. Before building his little American dream, Ben was overseas fighting for our American dream in the Middle East. Benjamin is such an inspiration to both Kaitlyn and Mason. Kaitlyn was so proud of him as a kid she used to tell her classmates that her big brother was in the army! It means the world to her that Ben has agreed to officiate the "I do's".