Wedding Party
Layla McCall
Bride
Layla works at Delta Fuel in the sales department. Layla graduated from LSU in 2024 and loves painting, hosting for guests, and her cat Fetty. Layla is most excited to see everyone she cares about in one room!
Fred Dow Hairston
Groom
Dow works at the hydroelectric plant. Dow graduated from trade school in 2025 and loves hunting, having friends over, and taking care of his house! Dow is most excited to see friends and family that he doesn't normally get to see!
Lana McCall
Mother of the Bride
Lana is Layla's mom and first best friend. She has dedicated her life to raising her two girls. She is a wonderful mom and wife who loves her dogs, her home, and most importantly her family.
Ellyn Hairston
Mother of the Groom
Ellyn is Dow's mother and a teacher at Delta Charter school. She loves her two boys, her friends and family, and taking care of her dogs. She is a wonderful mother who always has the most positive attitude!
Josh McCall
Father of the Bride
Josh is Layla's dad. Josh is a loving dad and husband to the McCall girls and his two dogs! Josh enjoys fishing, card games, and dinners with his family! He's been a hard worker in the oilfield for over 25 years.
Kemp Hairston
Father of the Groom
Kemp is Dows dad and favorite hunting partner. Kemp loves hunting with his boys, watching LSU football & baseball, and cooking for his family. We had to pay him to be here since hunting season and the wedding crossover.
Lida McCall
Maid of Honor
Lida is the bride's younger sister. She currently studies accounting at Louisiana State University. Lida enjoys spending time with her boyfriend, Gabe, and working at Drago's in Baton Rouge, LA.
Jake Hairston
Best Man
Jake is the groom's younger brother. Jake is currently studying criminology at Mississippi State University. Jake enjoys spending time with his girlfriend, Ellie, and hunting with his family.
Gracie McNeely
Bridesmaid
Gracie has been Layla's best friend for more than a decade. Gracie is a loving mother to a beautiful little girl named Blair. She enjoys shopping, making new friends, and... shopping again!
Ayden Rojo
Groomsman
Ayden is one of Dow's closest and longest friendships. Ayden currently studies Construction Management at Mississippi State University. Ayden loves the LSU Tigers, watching football with his friends, and his dog Luna.
Anna Simmons
Bridesmaid
Anna is one of Layla's newest and closest friends here in Natchez. Anna is a true friend! She loves meaningful hangouts with friends, her boyfriend Wes, and her cat Peach!
Parker Murray
Groomsman
Parker has been one of Dow's long-time friendships! Parker works at Concordia Bank in Vidalia. He loves to work out, watch LSU football and be the life of the party!
Abigail Rushing
Bridesmaid
Abby is also one of Layla's newer friendships in Natchez. Abby is currently in school to be a nurse! Abby is super creative, loves her friends, and will always be the funniest person in the room!
Wes Stockstill
Groomsman
Wes and Dow have been close for a long time. Wes currently works in the oilfield. He loves being around his many friends, his girlfriend Anna, and lake days! Wes can talk to anyone about anything!
Lauren Pallet-Snow
Bridesmaid
Lauren has been one of Layla's best friends throughout their time in college! She graduated with a Double Major and currently works at EY in Dallas, TX as a risk consultant. Lauren loves thrifting, traveling, and her cat Misty.
Jones Richardson
Groomsman
Jones and Dow have been friends for a long time. Jones currently works at Magowah Ranch in Starkville MS. Jones loves football, being around his friends, and spending time with his girlfriend, Sarah Saxon. Jones is always the most responsible in the group!
Cendall Barton
Bridesmaid
Cendall has been Layla's close friend since living together in college. She lives in Alexandria, LA and works at LSUA. Cendall is always the life of the party and brings positivity everywhere she goes.
Dray Geohegan
Groomsman
Dray and Dow go way back. Dray currently works at Marcel in Natchez. Dray never lets anything ruin his good mood. He is always on the go, and always the one to bring the group together!
Rowan Braley
Bridesmaid
Rowan and Layla quickly became friends over the summer. Rowan works at Concordia bank! She loves being outdoors, hunting with family, needle point, and will always be your most honest friend!
Liam Blackburn
Groomsman
Liam and Dow became close while in trade school together! Liam currently repairs appliances for work. Liam is always the most positive around, always giving pep talks to the people he cares about! A true Empath!
Abigail Boles
Bridesmaid
Abby is one of Layla’s new friends here in Natchez. They became very close on a short time. Abby graduated from Mississippi State University with a degree in Interior Design. She currently works in her field at Brakenridge Furniture in Downtown Natchez. Abby is always so kind and has the best fashion sense!
Bankston Jordan
Groomsman
Bankston is one of Dows closest friends. He graduated from Mississippi State University and now works at Jordan Carriers. Bankston can talk to anybody about anything and enjoys playing golf, hunting, and hanging out with his dog, Ladybug.
Landon Beard
Usher
Landon is Layla's little cousin. He is currently a senior in high school. Landon enjoys basketball, working out and being around his friends.
Gunner Beard
Usher
Gunner is Layla's little cousin, he is currently a junior in high school. Gunner enjoys video games, working out, and playing sports!