Bryant & Ava
Wedding Party
Victoria May Watts
Maid of Honor
The maid of honor is the bride's sister. Growing up, Victoria and Ava bonded over dance, cheerleading, and making videos on their Flip Video camera. Victoria graduated from Twin Valley South High school in 2013 as the Valedictorian of her class. She received her bachelor's degree in accounting from Ball State University and later became a CPA. Victoria now resides in Carmel, IN. She works as a staff accountant at Watermark Residental at Thompson Thrift in Indianapolis, IN. In her free time, she enjoys working out, getting drinks with friends, and watching TV (especially Jeopardy) with her fiance Ty Shortsleeve.
Brooklyn Kaylee Rieger-Marker
Bridesmaid
Brooklyn is one of the groom's sisters. Brooklyn is a senior at Miami Valley Career Technology Center in the Cosmetology program. She has been dancing and doing competitive cheer and dance for her entire life with Danielle's Dance Academy. Brooklyn is also a varsity cheerleader at Twin Valley South HS. Brooklyn and Bryant have always enjoyed singing and doing hip hop dances together while growing up. Ava has enjoyed watching Brooklyn grow over the past six years into a gorgeous young woman. Ava is so happy to now call Brooklyn her sister!
Brylee Aileen Simpson
Bridesmaid
Brylee is one of the groom's sisters. Brylee is a sophomore at Twin Valley South HS in West Alexandria, OH. She is on the varsity soccer team and cheer squad at TVS. Brylee has also been dancing and doing competitive cheer and dance her entire life at Danielle's Dance Academy. Brylee also teaches private tumbling lessons at the studio. Brylee and Bryant have enjoyed tumbling alongside one another and stunting in cheer over the years. Ava has enjoyed watching Brylee grow the last six years and is amazed by all of the things she has accomplished. Ava is so happy to now call Brylee her sister!
Lorin Elizabeth Barnes
Bridesmaid
Lorin Barnes is a longtime friend of the bride's. Lorin and Ava met at Margaret Leiber School of Dance at the age of 3. The two danced with each other all the way up to their senior year. They starred in their senior ballet of Sleeping Beauty as Aurora (Lorin) and Maleficient (Ava). Lorin graduated from Tri-County North in 2017. She attended Cedarville University and now works as the Marketing Manager for Opti-Vise IT. While attending Cedarville University, Lorin was a part of the cheerleading squad and became a captain in her last two years. In her free time, Lorin enjoys going to the lake with her fiancé Jacob Bassler, spending time with her family (and dog Daisy!), shopping, and discovering new restaurants. Ava is so glad she and Lorin have been able to stay in touch while in college!
Brandon Lee Simpson
Best Man
Brandon is the groom's oldest brother. Brandon graduated from Twin Valley South HS in 2015. He now works as a laborer at Miller Pipeline. He resides in West Alexandria, OH with his fiancé Skyler Conklin and their children Jameis, and Laila. In his free time, he enjoys having friends over, going hunting, and fishing. Bryant will always cherish the memories that Brandon and him have created while growing up.
Brayden Paul Marker
Groomsman
Brayden is one of the groom's brothers. Brayden graduated from Twin Valley South HS in 2021. Brayden was a captain on the varsity soccer team and varsity basketball team at TVS. In his free time, Brayden enjoys shooting hoops, fishing, and playing video games on his PS4. Bryant enjoyed the years growing up alongside Brayden and bonding over sports. Bryant's senior year playing soccer with Brayden was the most memorable.
Brycen Joe Lee Simpson
Groomsman
Brycen is the groom's youngest brother. Brycen is an 8th grader at Twin Valley South. Brycen is involved in football, baseball, basketball, competitive cheer, and competitive hip-hop. His dream is to pursue college football following graduation and eventually reach the NFL. In his free time, Brycen enjoys shooting hoops, riding in the golf-cart, and playing video games on his PS4. Bryant and Ava have enjoyed watching Brycen grow into a young man.
Tyler Lowe
Groomsman
Tyler is a lifetime friend of Bryants. Tyler graduated from Brookville High School in 2018. Tyler is now a manager at Pac Sun located at the Dayton Mall. Tyler wishes to pursue a career in music production. Bryant will always consider Tyler a brother, and a part of the family.
Jameis Michael
Ring Bearer
Jameis is the nephew of the groom. His parents are Brandon Simpson and Skyler Conklin. He attends preschool at Twin Valley South. He is currently involved in S.A.Y soccer and cheerleading at Danielle's Dance Academy. He is a great big brother to his baby sister, Laila!
Charlie and Piper Hutter
Flower Girl
Charlie and Piper are the bride's second cousins. Their parents are Mike and Charlotte Hutter.
Addison and Samantha Stacy
Flower Girl
Addi and Sammie are the groom's second cousins. Their parents are Brandon and Brittanie Stacy.