Luke & Erica
Wedding Party
Jessica Huddlestun
Maid of Honor
Jessica is Erica's sister as well as her best friend. They share a special bond that has only become stronger throughout the years. Jessica has always looked out for Erica growing up and given her advice along the way. However, she's not afraid to get a little crazy and goofy with her little sister. One way that they bonded was watching episodes of Spongebob Squarepants. To this day, they can still quote their favorite episodes. They would also watch Lifetime movies together as well as Unsolved Mysteries. You can tell that they're sisters because they are both accident prone. Like the time Jessica ran into a tree during a game of tag or when Erica did a somersault onto her bed & smacked up against the wall. Jessica is Erica's absolute best friend.
Brandon Phillips
Best Man
Brandon "Dale" and Luke have been friends for approximately 9 years. Both friends are unsure of how exactly they met but they both recall bonding over the military while they were both in the National Guard. Brandon and Luke share many memories such as, Luke wrecking Brandon's motorcycle when Luke didn't have a license, Brandon teaching Luke about sports through video games and countless times the two almost died together, but we won't get into that. Brandon and Luke were also college roommates. Luke fondly remembers having to drag Brandon out of bed for their 8am classes. The two are now continuing the tradition of standing by each others side as Best Man as they watch their best friend get married.
Brianna Knopp
Bridesmaid
Brianna "Bri" has quickly become one of Erica's best friends. They met through Bri's husband (Jeff Knopp) & Luke. One evening truly marked the start of their friendship. They were listening to music when Bri pulled out some songs that most people didn't listen to. Erica wasn't one of those people. They both had listened to the same "emo" music in high school. They also share a deep love for Mexican food which they eat together at least twice a month. They also enjoy watching their other halves act goofy & not so quietly judge them. If one or the other is ever down, they are always there for each other. Erica typically ends up at Bri's house on the weekends where they hang out & Erica steals Bri's two German Shepherds' love.
Jeff Knopp
Groomsman
Jeff "Knopp" and Luke became friends when they were hired together at the Vigo County Sheriff's Department in 2015. Luke and Jeff both remember going through the hiring process together. Since they were hired Jeff and Luke have shared the same schedule and the same days off for most of their time there. Luke and Jeff lived a block and a half away from each other for a short while where they bonded over Call of Duty and have been inseparable ever since. Jeff and Luke have shared some hairy situations at work together where they had each other backs. Some would call it a "Bromance" and Erica and Bri (Jeff's wife) are definitely jealous of the love Luke and Jeff share.
Bobbi Edwards
Bridesmaid
Bobbi & Erica met in high school & have been inseparable ever since. They both share a unique sense of humor but are also always able to be straight forward with each other. Throughout the years, they have always remained close. Even when Erica moved to Colorado, Bobbi would forget & ask Erica to hang out. It was heartbreaking to remind her that they were 15 hours apart. They share a love for going on a drive with the windows down, music blaring with some iced coffee. Another favorite past time they share, is watching horror movies. Especially when Erica manages to record Bobbi screaming & covering her face during scary parts followed by Bobbi yelling at Erica to stop.
Tyler Hudson
Groomsman
Tyler "Thud" and Luke have been friends for about 5 years. Luke met Tyler through Brandon. Luke remembers when he met Tyler although Tyler does not (alcohol may have been involved). While Tyler may be an illusive friend and sometimes hard to get a hold of, Tyler has always been there for the times that matter. Tyler and Luke share a special memory in Miami, Florida where Tyler and Luke hit the town and ended up spending the night hanging out with model who were in town for a show while Brandon was back at the hotel sleeping.
Tiffany Mulheron
Bridesmaid
Tiffany & Erica are not only cousins, but also best friends. Growing up, they always waited for the other to show up during family events. That's when the party really began. They both had a deep love for the Backstreet Boys (which remains to this day) as well as cats & photography. In high school, they would make skits together & edit them into movies. In one video, you see Erica walking out a field, enjoying the day when all of a sudden, Tiffany starts chasing her in a golf cart. Some of their favorite adventures were ghost hunting, hiking in Colorado, & going to concerts. To this day, they still remain close & always look forward to the other showing up to family events.
Clayton Hall
Groomsman
Clayton "Clay" and Luke have also been friends for about 5 years. Luke and Clayton also met through Brandon. Clayton and Luke became closer while roommates with Brandon in college as Clayton and Tyler would often come to Carbondale to enjoy the night life with Brandon and Luke. Luke recalls one night when Clayton came to Carbondale to visit by himself. Luke and Clayton hit the town that night and Clayton lost Luke for a little bit once again alcohol may have been involved) and Clayton had no idea how to get back to Luke's apartment. Luckily Clayton found Luke and was able to take care of him the rest of the night.