Jason Ashley & Asia-Marie
Wedding Party
Asia-Marie Terrell
Bride
THE Bride! She is the star of the show. She works in the pharmacy for Walgreens Stores. She also sings on the Grace Church Worship team, one of her passions in serving. She is also passionate about mystery novels, helping others and learning to be a great wife and maybe one day a mother!
Jason McAllister
Groom
Jason is the Groom and the lucky guy who is marrying Asia-Marie Terrell. He works as a Software Implementation Engineer in Durham. He has a passion for video games, technology and fitness. He serves his local church in the Grace Kids children's ministry because kids are awesome. If he could be one animal it would be a Llama.
Ariel Drinker
Maid of Honor
Ari as she is affectionately known has been a close friend of Asia-Marie since high school. She is like a sister. She currently works for State Farm Insurance Company. She is passionate about writing, editing and creative endeavors that unfold stories in ways that open up creativity and bring others to a special place.
Tya O. McAllister
Lady of Honor To the Groom
Tya is the daughter of the groom. She is a high school junior. She is gifted in both Art and Design, with her passions in sketching and music.
Janelle Blossingham
Matron of Honor
Janelle is a close friend and mentor of the bride. She met Asia-Marie through Grace Church about 2 years ago. She works as a RN in Oncology for Duke Health. She is passionate about being a great wife, good friend, amazing mother and servant of God!
Chris Williams
Groomsman
Chris is a close friend of the groom. He is a published author and on-air news correspondent. He has a passion for news, field reporting, social/current issues, staying physically active (Crossfit!) and sharing the heart of God!
Chelsie Sanders
Bridesmaid
Chelsie is a long-time friend, former neighbor of Asia-Marie's grandparents and partner in Britney Spears karaoke days. She works as an Emergency Med Clinical Pharmacist at WakeMed. She is passionate about her fur-babies, Finley and Thump! She is also mesmerized by brunch and Mexican food!
Mario Tobias
Groomsman
Mario is a close friend and former roommate of the groom. He is a Registered Nurse and all around awesome caregiver. He has a passion for dogs especially his fur buddy Harvey the Hound, things that make you go "boom!" and Oklahoma U. Football! (Boomer Sooner!)
Michelle Klienschmidt-Hoover
Mother of the Bride
Michelle is the mother of Asia-Marie. She works as a Bookkeeper for Estes Hills Elementary School. She is passionate about equality and human rights. She is also passionate about her family, education and wanting grandkids.
Juanita Freeman McAllister
Dearly Departed Mother of the Groom
Juanita departed on Dec 26th, 2012 after a long, amazing life. She is the adopted mother of the groom. She worked in public elementary education for 35 years. She had a passion for cooking, sewing and serving others. She is dearly missed, but never forgotten.
Joe Terrell
Father of the Bride
Joe is the father of Asia-Marie Terrell. He is a former service member of the US Air Force, serving in a civilian government role. He is passionate about Dallas Cowboys football and UNC basketball.
John David McAllister, Sr.
Dearly Departed Father of the Groom
David (as commonly known) departed on June 27th, 2013. He is the adopted father of the groom. He worked in education and education administration for 50 years. He was well accomplished and applauded for his service in his community and the NC school system at large. He had a passion for service, teaching, gardening and the outdoors in general. He is dearly missed, but never forgotten.
Katlyn Terrell
Flower Girl
Katlyn is the younger sister of Asia-Marie. She is currently an elementary school student. She is passionate about fashion, cosmetics and being creative. She is fascinated with the fashion capital and beauty of the city of Paris, France!
Spartacus Maximus
Honorary Dog in Charge of Leftovers
Spartacus Maximus is a 6-year old Chihuahua and adopted dog of the groom. He runs the McAllister Home Security and Food Inspection Division (MSFID). He has given Asia-Marie top level security clearance but keeps a diligent eye out for any security violations. While he is easily bribed with treats, he takes his job seriously. He has a passion for treats, getting under blankets and grooming his humans.