Wedding Party
Ester Fuentes
Maid of Honor
Ester and Karen met in 6th grade English class when they were just 12 years old. A simple "hey you're pretty" tuned into a life long friendship. They've been inseparable ever since. I think its safe to say that one day they'll be the God parents of each others kids.
Kevin Grant
Best Man
Kevin is not only Jareds brother but his best friend. He taught him how to play sports, the beauty in nature, and what it means to be a brother.
Cecilia Moya
Bridesmaid
Cecilia is Karens sister in law, they became in laws in 2016. I think we could all admit that not everyone is able to say they get along with their in-laws, but they certainly got lucky. If you ask Karen she would tell you that she definitely doesn’t think she could’ve had a better person than Cecilia as her sister in law, and that one day she hopes to be as great of a mother as Cecilia is to her two nieces.
Lucas Jibben
Groomsman
The man of little words and big actions. Jareds best friend since 4th grade and his toughest opponent in basketball. Jibben has always been a role model for always showing humility, gratitude, and love.
Elizabeth Batton
Bridesmaid
From becoming sorority sisters to big and little to now bride and bridesmaid!!! Elizabeth and Karen met in Zeta Tau Alpha, a sorority at the University of North Texas. The best part of their friendship is that they can be miles away from one another and pick up like it was just yesterday of seeing one another. My favorite thing about Elizabeth is how she always has a cure or theory for EVERYTHING in life. If you're suffering from an ailment, having relationship problems, or just plain crazy, she's Mrs Fix It! I can't imagine my special day without her standing by my side—just like she did during my sorority years.
Creg Canalizo
Groomsman
Creg has been Jareds best friend since 2nd grade. He has always defined what it means to be a best friend. Asking how life is going, what Jareds goals are, and never letting him skip out of facing his fears.
Ginella Burra
Bridesmaid
From the first time Karen met Ginella she knew that everyone was right about them being so similar. They are two very matter of fact people, they both have very clear visions of where they want to go in life, they are very sentimental, loyal, and share the same fundamentals as to what constitutes a true friend. Sometimes Karen believes that they share the same mind. It is rare that you have someone that you deeply connect with and Karen is happy to say that she has found that in Ginella. Shoutout Zeta for bringing them together!!
Christan Lee
Groomsman
Pure dedication and discipline. When you tell Christian you want to start working out, he will push you to your max. Jared has never seen Christian miss a day at the gym, work, or school. Jared is forever grateful to have had a buddy like Christian to keep him on his toes throughout college.
Bethany Uy
Bridesmaid
Karen and Bethany met in high school but they really began developing their friendship during their senior year. Bethany has always been known to be very inquisitive, caring and funny. She has been very supportive and is always willing to listen and give her advice. Karen is so proud of Bethany and her endeavors over the past 7 years, she truly is able to be true to herself at all times and that's one of the things that Karen really admires about her. Karen and Bethany have stood with each other through many life events and she can't wait to stand with her on another major life event, her wedding day.
Chase Deatrick
Groomsman
The smartest and most analytical person Jared has ever met. Jared has learned so much from Chase but his biggest take away is always thinking everything through every scenario. Always ask “why”.
Hadia Shafique
Bridesmaid
It all started senior year with a trip to New York! Hadia and Karen shared so many great memories together through all the ups and downs they always held eachother up! Through the storm they were each others calm one would say. When Hadia first met Jared she knew he was going to be someone special in Karen’s’ life. Hadia is so happy to share this amazing day with Jared and Karen. Through and through for eachother Karensita and Hadita
Tyler Forer
Groomsman
A free spirit and creative mind makes Tyler one of Jareds favorite people to spend time with. Ever since pledge ship Tyler and Jared have been brothers.
Janie Hale
Day of Coordinator
Although in reality Janie and Karen are technically cousins they grew up like sisters all their life. Just like any other sisters they were like cats and dogs throughout a lot of their childhood and teenage years, however, at the end of the day they have always had love for each other. Karen is forever grateful to have Janie as a cousin, sister and now her coordinator on her special day!