Ashleigh Lockhart & Zachary Going
Wedding Party
J.T. Lockhart
Father of the Bride
The Father of the Bride, J.T., joins us in nothing short of being proud of his daughter and the wonderful man she's marrying. He would do anything for his little girl and having a part in hand picking her soon to be husband from beyond the stars is such a special way to include himself in his daughter's big day. Ashleigh wishes so deeply her Father could be here to see her and give her away on her wedding day. A piece of him is with the Bride so that he can still walk her down the aisle to her soon to be husband.
Laci A McCoy
Mother of the Bride
Mother of the Bride, Laci, is accompanied by her partner Larry. Laci has the proud moment of walking her daughter down the aisle to her forever!
Tim Lewis
Father of the Groom
Tim raised Zac into the man he is standing before his future wife today. Without hesitation, Tim selflessly welcomed young Zac into his life and never let go of him or his siblings. Always the biggest voice in Zac's corner, he not only rooted him on through sports growing up, but rooted him on through life. Tim was not only someone Zac looked up to, but his biggest inspiration in life. Tim is very missed by the Groom and the Bride as he watches down on them on this beautiful day. Tim, becoming Ashleigh's bonus dad, was meant to walk her down the aisle to his son and her soon to be husband. We know he is with us in spirit and will also be with the bride in a special charm attached to her bouquet to honor him.
Deb Lewis
Mother of the Groom
Proud Mother of the Groom! Excited for this magical moment for her youngest son!
Michael A Nickerson
Officiant
Best friend of both the Bride & Groom, there's no one better suited to bring these two together as they exchange vows promising their forever as he's watched their love story grow from the start! Michael has been by both their sides as some of life's biggest changes came across their adventure. Giving his all for his best friends over their entire relationship, it was without a doubt the couple quickly agreed to have their best friend be the one to unite them in marriage. Michael is accompanied by his partner, Heath, as he officiates his best friend's marriage!
Lupe Vaca & Jorge Vaca
Matron of Honor
Sister by heart, Lupe proudly stands beside her sister-from-another-mister, Ashleigh, as she marries the love of her life. Lupe and Ashleigh were quick to become instant best friends and have grown with each other since the college years. The two families continue to grow together as the years come with Lupe & Jorge marrying in 2018, welcoming Zac & Ashleigh's loving nephew Gael, the Ring Bearer, in 2019 and again welcoming Ashleigh & Zac's beautiful niece and Goddaughter, Elena, the Flower Girl, in 2022! Bridesman Jorge, became an instant best friend to Ashleigh and Zac, welcoming them without hesitation! His sweet disposition and kind soul was never reserved for Ashleigh and Zac as he was there with open arms from the very beginning. Jorge has welcomed Ashleigh and Zac into his life without hesitation to join the journey created by Lupe and Ashleigh long ago!
Christy Woodrum
Maid of Honor
Cousin to the Bride, Christy and Ashleigh have always had an unbreakable bond. Through the years, Christy watched Ashleigh grow up and truly loved spending time with her as she grew into the woman she is today. Of course, she was honored when Ashleigh ask her to be a Maid of Honor and stand beside her on her big day!
Judith Morse
Matron of Honor
Becoming quick friends was easy for Judith, Ashleigh, and Zac! Feeling like they'd never been apart and known each other for ever, making Judith a Matron of Honor was an easy decision for Ashleigh! She has made such a huge impact on Ashleigh and Zac's lives, loving them and along with her husband, Dylan, making them Aunt and Uncle to their beautiful, precious baby girl, Moxxie, when she arrived in Fall of 2024! Judith and Dylan married in 2021 before welcoming their baby girl Moxxie just last year!
Kaci Petri
Maid of Honor
Kaci has been friends with Ashleigh and Zac for years and has been a huge part of their lives! Coming in clutch and being the true MVP more times than Ashleigh can count, making Kaci a Maid of Honor was an easy decision for her! Kaci is accompanied by her Fiance, Coal, who is also a groomsmen! Together they welcomed their beautiful and darling daughter, Riza, in Winter 2024!
Kelsey Giannuzzi
Bridesmaid
Sister of the Groom and Mother to Zac and Ashleigh's niece, M.J. (who was welcomed in Summer 2024) Kelsey welcomed Ashleigh into the family when she saw her brother, Zac, happy & loved. Ashleigh was more than happy to make Kelsey a bridesmaid and have her stand alongside her as they became Sisters-In-Law after all this time! Kelsey is accompanied by her Husband, Rocky!
Audrey Morgan & Taylor Morgan
Bridesmaid
Meeting at work years ago, Taylor and Audrey both became quick friends with Zac and then Ashleigh and haven't stopped since! Over the years Taylor and Audrey have been great, loving, supporting friends to the couple through thick and thin and continue to grow their friendship for the years to come, so of course having them stand beside her was an easy decision for Ashleigh! After many years together Taylor & Audrey happily married in 2021 in a beautiful forest setting!
Cassie Westberry
Bridesmaid
Cassie was introduced to Ashleigh and Zac through her boyfriend, Sam, who is also a Groomsman! Quick to become friends, Cassie and Ashleigh have grown in closeness as the years have passed, feeling like no time at all! The couples have come together for game nights, parties, or just for a great dinner as the years have passed. One thing you can always count on is a great laugh when they all get together! Cassie and Sam both are wonderful friends to Ashleigh and Zac and the Bride and Groom are lucky to get to celebrate years to come with them as they grow their relationship. Cassie is accompanied by her boyfriend & Groomsman, Sam!
Nicholas Ludwig
Bridesman
Instant Best friend to the Bride, Ashleigh, these two were quick to become great friends and have spent many years goofing around, enjoying float trips and hikes, and of course board games! Ashleigh was elated when Nick accepted role of Bridesman and continued to stand beside her on yet another great adventure! Nick is a very treasured part of Ashleigh's life. Over the years their friendship has grown into what it is now, almost a decade strong. They say time passes when you're having fun and that's just what Nick and Ashleigh love to do! Collecting together for parties, board games, and just to hang out, there's never a dull moment!
Elijah Wakefield
Bridesman
Quick Best Friend to the Bride, Ashleigh, as well as float trips, hikes, and board games, Eli has always been there to share a good laugh, a deep conversation, or a delicious meal with the Bride, Nick, and Michael as they've moved through the years together! Eli has been a crucial part of the friend group for nearly a decade and a very important part of Ashleigh's life! Eli was quick to accept Ashleigh into the friend group and over the years the Eli and Ashleigh have shared many life experiences. Ashleigh was without a doubt so happy to hear that Eli would join her as a Bridesman and stand by her side as she marries Zac!
Justin Asperger
Bridesman
Justin became quick friends of the couple after being introduced to Ashleigh through Nicholas! Witty and quick with a joke, Justin has always had a great time with the friend group and Bride and Groom, attending many parties & float trips throughout the years, it was an easy decision for Ashleigh to ask Justin to be a Bridesman! Justin is accompanied by his beautiful girlfriend, Emily!
Joe LePage
Groomsman
Brother of the Groom Joe has been there for Zac since he was born, helping him learn the ropes growing up, taking him on adventures, and giving Zac his love for music. Joe has always been the caring big brother that Zac has looked up to, teaching him how to be a good big brother himself. It was without a doubt Zac wanted his big brother next to him on his wedding day as he added one more member to their family and was quick to ask Joe to be his groomsman! Joe is accompanied by his girlfriend, Kristen!
Aaron Green
Groomsman
One of Zac's longest known best friends, Aaron has been there since grade school alongside Zac as they grew through the years, quickly becoming a brother. Still best friends and brothers to this day, it was an easy decision for Zac to ask Aaron to stand alongside him on his big day and celebrate another milestone together!
Brandon Funk
Best Man
Brandon and Zac met in a bar during their college days. From friends to roommates, Brandon quickly became a very important part of Zac's life, helping him grow into the man he is today. Brandon has always been a big supporter of Zac and Ashleigh, especially in their early days. Brandon has been a true friend and brother to Zac and Ashleigh throughout the years and plays a huge part in their life. Brandon is accompanied by his wife, Abigail, as they welcome their first baby Summer 2025!
A.J. Manwarren
Best Man
AJ has always been a great friend to Zac, making the decision of being a Best Man an easy one. AJ has always been quick with a joke, a song, or a mixture of both. Growing together over the years, AJ and Zac have transformed into the men they are today. Proud Husband and Dad to two beautiful girls, AJ is accompanied by his wife Carly as he stands by his best friend Zac on this special day.
Steven Scribner
Best Man
Much like real brothers, Steven and Zac didn't start off the best of friends, but one day that changed and they've been family ever since. Growing up through school, sports, and their days after together, Zac is quick to describe his friendship with Steven and his family as his 'home away from home.' Truly a brother-from-another-mother, Steven was an instant decision for Zac to be a Best Man and stand beside him as he marries the love of his life.
Sam Geodecke
Best Man
A friendship forged through the fires of battle, Sam and Zac quickly became friends, bonding over their love of video games. After meeting in real life, the two quickly became brothers as the years went on, spending holidays, birthdays, and game nights together! Zac was proud to ask Sam to be his Best Man on his big day! Sam is accompanied by his girlfriend + Bridesmaid, Cassie!
Adria Duey
Best Woman
Friends for over a decade, Adria has always been a huge part of Zac's life. After many years together and sharing such a close bond, it was without a doubt that Zac wanted Adria by his side as he married Ashleigh! When Ashleigh came along, Adria was quick to love her just as much! Deemed Mama Bear of the friend group, Adria has her fair share of plenty of stories about the couple over the years!
Coal Ellinger
Groomsman
Dear, long time friend of Zac, Coal and Zac have gone through a lot of life changes together over the years. From working together, to growing together, and everything in between that have built them into the men they are today, it was an easy decision for Zac to ask his long-time friend to stand beside him on his big day and celebrate another big milestone in their relationship! Coal is accompanied by his beautiful Fiance & Maid of Honor, Kaci! They welcomed their beautiful baby girl, Riza, in Winter 2024!
Ty Ephron
Groomsman
Zac and Ty quickly bonded over their love of video games and sports, playing together often and building an unbreakable bond. Over the years, Ty has always been there with a sincere smile and a genuine ability to make the most of time spent together. Always willing to lend a helping hand or kind words, Ty has quickly earned the title of Brother in Zac's book, making it easy for Zac to ask Ty to stand beside him on his wedding day.
Matt Janushanis
Groomsman
Meeting through work, Matt and Zac worked closely together for years and became quick friends! Matt has always been there for Zac with support both through his words and actions as they worked alongside each other in the Kitchen where they met. Zac always appreciates Matt's work ethic, sense of family, kind demeanor, and loving personality! It was an easy decision for Zac to ask Matt to stand beside him on his big day! Matt is accompanied by his beautiful wife Megan! They married in 2017 and welcomed their adorable son, Jeffrey, in 2022!
Christian Arredondo Perez
Groomsman
Christian has been friends with Zac for years, bonding over video games and belonging to the same gaming group, The Orphans, these two had no issue becoming quick friends! From organizing game nights together to traveling across the country to not only stand next to Zac on his big day but for them to also meet many of their online friend group in person for the first time! Any friend who would make a commitment that big for him was no doubt a proud choice of groomsman in Christian! Christian is accompanied by his beautiful girlfriend, Mariah to celebrate the couple's big day!
Rhys Szentpetery
Groomsman
Rhys met Zac through their video games and quickly became part of the gaming group, The Orphans. Coordinating gaming nights together from all the way across the world, Rhys has always gone above and beyond in his friendship with Zac. Zac is honored to have a friend like Rhys, who is traveling across the world to be here for his big day! Zac had no hesitation in asking Rhys to be a groomsman and was elated when he accepted and started booking his trip to the U.S. to celebrate with the couple & meet more of their gaming group in person for the first time!
Tyler Van Doren
Groomsman
Meeting through mutual friends, Zac and Tyler very quickly became the best of friends. Partying over the years, with lots of stories to tell, these two have had their fair share of fun throughout the years. Their love of retro video games, dogs, and working out has been just the tip of the iceberg, it was without a doubt that Zac wanted Tyler by his side on his big day! Tyler is accompanied by his beautiful wife, Kim!
Gael Vaca
Ring Bearer
Son of Matron of Honor, Lupe and her Husband, Bridesman Jorge, Gael is our most special ring bearer! It was the easiest choice to make trust him as our ring bearer as he's been a light in our lives since we knew he was on his way! We have been lucky enough to be graced with the titles of Tia & Tio to our sweet nephew Gael and are honored to have him be such and important part of our big day!
Elena Vaca
Flower Girl
Daughter to Matron of Honor, Lupe and her Husband, Bridesman Jorge, sweet little Elena is our most precious Flower Girl! Having the incredible honor of being her God Mother and God Father, Elena gave us not only the title of God Mother and God Father, but also Tia & Tio! As with Gael, we're honored, grateful, and so thankful to play such a part in our sweet neice Elena's life and that Lupe & Jorge have continued to allow us to grow alongside them as time goes on!