Wedding Party
Kayla Higdon
Matron of Honor
LesLeigh and Kayla have known each other since the 3rd grade! Friends in elementary school, they reconnected at Western Carolina as they both were majoring in Education. LesLeigh and Kayla have shared many memories and milestones together. From graduation and tackling their first teaching jobs to now getting married and Kayla and Tanner welcoming their sweet boy Truett into the world. Kayla is one of the most important people in LesLeigh's life and she can't wait to share this day with her!
Mary Dickerson
Bridesmaid
LesLeigh and Mary both attended Western Carolina University and because close friends soon after they began teaching together. No matter what grades they teach, they always find a way to cause plenty of trouble together. From dressing up for spirit days, going on field trips, driving a school bus, and everything in between. These self titled "Bus Queens" are always looking for ways to make school fun for their students, and they love doing it together! LesLeigh could not imagine her special day without Mary by her side!
Ashlee Herndon
Bridesmaid
LesLeigh and Ashlee met working summer camp while in college. Although their friendship didn’t start out perfectly, they became fast friends! Both education majors, they got together often to work on homework and share stories. When Ashlee moved 2 hours away after graduation, they vowed to meet in the middle each month to catch up. Although they’ve missed a month here and there, they still get together often to catch up on life! LesLeigh has always admired Ashlee’s bold faith and trust in Jesus. She is a voice of wisdom and faith in LesLeigh’s life!
Victoria Solheim
Bridesmaid
LesLeigh and Victoria met in college where they both competed in track and field at Western Carolina. Victoria joined the team LesLeigh’s sophomore year and they became fast friends. She is never afraid to tell you she loves you and brightens any room she enters. Although they don’t live as close as they did in college, they remain close and LesLeigh looks forward to all the memories they will share in the future!
Amy Yarborough
Bridesmaid
LesLeigh and Amy’s friendship started out as a rivalry. The pair met in high school while competing in track and field. They were very competitive, often trading wins each meet. They ended up teammates at Western Carolina and their rivalry quickly turned to a friendship. That friendship led them to be roommates and the rest is history! Some of LesLeigh’s fondest memories with Amy were their “couch talks” in their old apartment. They often solved world problems, talked about Jesus, and everything in between.
Abby Payne
Best Woman
When Jon asked LesLeigh to marry him, it was a no brainer who would stand beside him on his big day. Abby is Jon's sister and built in best friend. Although they tease each other like siblings do, their bond is unbreakable. They are always laughing when they get together! LesLeigh and Abby have become close friends as well. They have the same taste in music and are always looking for a concert to go to. LesLeigh is thrilled to be gaining Abby as her sister in law!
Tyler Sebring
Groomsman
Hadley Payne
Flower Girl
When Jon and LesLeigh first started dating, Abby was pregnant with Hadley Bea. Hadley stole their hearts from the first moments they held her in the hospital! Since then, Uncle Jon and Aunt LesLeigh have loved all the milestones and memories they have gotten to share. From taking her first few steps, family vacations, birthday parties, and everything in between! They could not imagine their special day without her!
Cash Norman
Ring Bearer
Cash is the son of Ty and Brianna Norman, close family friends of the bride and groom. From the moment he was born, he has stolen the hearts of everyone he meets! Cash was born with limited function in his left arm, but he has never let that slow him down. He is one of the happiest and spunkiest little boys you will ever meet. LesLeigh and Jon are so excited for him to be part of their big day!
