Wedding Party
Alison Shuford
Maid of Honor
I like to think it was divine intervention when Mary Anne was placed in my classroom to complete her internship, that God knew we needed each other and our families did too! Her internship was where we first met and the beginning of our friendship! Fast forward, to another God moment when Mary Anne and I became office mates at KHE. Being this close on a daily basis allowed us the chance to become more than friends, but best friends. We began to realize that while we were similar in the classroom, we were also very similar in life! We enjoy lots of the same things! For example, we love having plans on the calendar but will complain about not having any money or time to get things done around the house! We procrastinate on almost everything! We both love being outside by the water and doing a whole lot of nothing! We are always forgetting things...thoughts, sunglasses, keys, all the things! We love to laugh and hate confrontation! We love to come up with crazy ideas and see them through...most of the time! We love each other's kids and would do anything for them! And, we genuinely just love being around each other! This brings us to the present and the reason I share this story: the marriage of my friend, Mary Anne. I just want to say how happy I am for her and how deserving she is of all the special wedding things and more! I am so blessed to call her my BFF and I look forward to a lifetime of forgetfulness together on the compound! Cheers to you and T! Love you friend!!
Rooster Sansone
Best Man
Where do I even begin… Birth? Tank has been my ride or die. Growing up he has always been there for me. We didn’t get to grow up together as much as I wished but everytime we got to see each other we jumped right back where we left off like we didn’t miss a beat. I’ll never forget running around the yard antagonizing all his friends during house parties. As I matured, Tank kept me by his side and showed me the ropes of being a teenager. I began to hang out with him and his friends more than my own! I became friends with most of them even till this day. We’d get up, go to work together, and pray for the weekend to come because we had a plan! Till this day we still hit concerts up and throw down at family events just as we did when we were younger. It was never Aaron and Anthony tearing up the town but Tank and Rooster! We had some of the best times together. Just like brothers do. What’s even more exciting than all those incredible memories of us growing up, is the ones we get to hold in the future and I can’t wait for this next chapter of Tank and MaryAnne! Love you T! .
Jessie Kendall
Maid of Honor
Mary Anne and I met many years ago on the softball field — It’s crazy that we are in our mid 30s now and can say that! As childhood best friends, we share endless memories that still make us laugh to this day. One of my favorite memories of Mary Anne and I was our every day trip to the local gas station to get an icee, then driving around town recklessly in between school and sporting events. The majority of our time together was spent listening to n’sync/staring at their pictures, acting like we were twins, annoying the crap out of our moms, writing rap songs, and having the most dumb inside jokes ever that we thought were so funny. We used to joke that we would grow old together because we would never find anyone….well look at us now! One of my favorite qualities of Mary Anne is her loyalty. I have no doubt that she has found someone just as loyal in Tank and I couldn’t be happier for them! I’m so happy for my bestie “Mare” and I look forward to standing by her side on her wedding day! .
Brayden McCall
Groomsman
Tank has been in my life from the start. Apparently, mom has pictures of him holding me as a baby (I obviously don’t remember this). And I used to call him “Uncle Tank”. I don’t really remember that either. But what I do remember is when I was in fifth grade, school shut down for Covid, and “Uncle Tank” was all of a sudden hanging out more than normal! It was nice to have a man in the house. Tank has always been good at showing me how to do “guy stuff”. Tank has always been like a dad to me. He’s someone I can talk to and go to for advice. Something I love about Tank is what he is for my mom. He makes her life easier and takes a lot of stress off of her. My mom and I are more reserved and Mikey is not….at all. Tank and Mikey are a lot alike! They’re both very outgoing and high energy. Adding Tank to our family makes us the perfect mix. Now it’s time to make it official….McGambles, here we come!
Kimmi Chapman
Bridesmaid
Mary Anne and I met when I started working at KHES, and our boys, Wyatt and Mikey, were in the same first grade class. Our friendship grew through our boys' friendship. The boys started playing baseball together, so we began spending more and more time together. Several years and lots of memories later, and then she and Tank started dating. Tank is one of my husband's best friends from high school! We began to hang out more and more. When we went on our first camping trip with our friend group, I paired up with Mary Anne and Alison for WACO'S! From there, the three of us started to build a closer bond. The three of us share a love for Morgan Wallen. We even took a road trip to see him in South Carolina! We made so many memories that weekend that we all still love to talk about! That weekend led us to many more concerts, and making more and more memories together. Which now brings us to one of the BEST days yet!! I am so happy for MA and T, and I'm so happy to be by her side on the BDE! .
Mikey McCall
Groomsman
Tank has always been around as far as I can remember. We’ve always gotten along and been friends. Our relationship really started to grow when he started dating my mom. One of my earliest memories of that time is going over to his house for dinners. We would watch sports on TV, he would let me help cook, he taught me how to grill and would show me some pretty cool songs that he loved. As you can see, we already had a lot in common, and there are plenty more things that we still love to do together! Something else that makes us have such a strong bond is how our pasts are related. Neither of us had it easy as a child. We both came from single mothers and neither of us had a relationship with our fathers. It was nice for me to have someone that could relate to me and what I’ve gone through. It’s easy to see what Papa Jackie is to Tank. And that is what Tank is to me and more. I’m so excited that Tank and my mom are getting married. But I’m mostly excited about Tank adopting me and that I’ll officially have a father that I know will always be there for me and that I can trust. Cheers to becoming the McGambles!
Brittany McCall
Bridesmaid
When I married into the McCall family, I gained a little sister and a new best friend. Mary Anne and I hit it off from the very beginning. Not only did we look alike and act alike, now we shared the same last name! We became “the McCall girls” that had “the McCall boys”. We have had so much fun over the years, from working at Flanagans, living together, raising our boys together, ballfield weekends, lake days, boat rides and especially aggravating Willie together! We have many memories of the 3 of us where MA was always our 3rd wheel. I always wanted Mary Anne to find a partner in life but her brother made it very difficult for that to happen. Then along came Tank, the first man that Willie didn't try to run off, and the McGambles evolved. Their love for each other is like no other that I've seen. They knew from the very beginning that they were made for each other, we all did! Through all of the ups and downs that life throws at us, I can always count on Mary Anne to be there for me and give me advice as a mother, a sister and a friend, and definitely give me a good laugh! I am honored to stand by her side as she marries the man of her dreams! We’ve had plenty of years sharing, now it’s time for Mary Anne to gain a new last name! Excuse me, I have a question... (pops the champagne!). Are you ready to do this, McGambles?!
Willie McCall
Groomsman
Tank and I go back a long ways, feels like as long as Mae and I go back! Tank has always been a special piece of my puzzle that I have always felt belonged close to my family, and now I see where he fits perfectly. We have been brothers since the beginning, in the back of Mr. McCollum’s class playing K-Ci & JoJo on the portable cd player with computer speakers, countless St. A weekend trips sleeping on couches or in trucks, working together over the years, sharing a lake house on Geneva, getting put on the naughty list for our wedding cruise stop in Nassau…I could go on forever on how I know Tank and the experiences we have shared, but none of them will come close to standing by Tank and my baby sister on their wedding day! I am so thankful for Tank’s love for Mary Anne and their boys. Mary Anne has been one of my best friends since we were kids and I am so happy to see her find who she has been looking for all these years, and he’s been right under her nose! What a great time to stand by two of my best friends on their special day! .
Lori Albritton
Bridesmaid
The Marry and Larry saga began as little Sparkies at Community Christian School. Little did we know, this was the beginning of a lifelong friendship - filled with laughs, lessons, and everything in between, shaping an unbreakable bond. I’m lucky to call her my best friend and sister-from-another Mister; some would even call us “The Red Hot Sisters”. We've crafted memories that transcend time, from planning parties we never had and always curiously planning what our lives would be like when we grew up (by playing MASH, of course). From playing cards and Trouble 24/7, to living on the softball field together. We were also trendsetters, from wearing matching “Diamonds are a girl's best friend” outfits to creating the quintessential middle hair part trend. We spent all our time together, from the lake to the softball field, all while jamming to NSYNC. And yes, there were many memories, including jumping out of a perfectly good airplane. We've laughed, cried, and conquered it all. As you embark on this new chapter, I’m grateful and honored to stand by your side on this momentous day. I’m happy that you’ve found a partner that is as kind, authentic, and hilarious as you are. To love, laughter, and lifelong relationships - from the memories we've made and the countless more waiting to be created. Cheers to the McGambles!
Jacob McCall
Groomsman
Sitting here thinking about how Tank and I met brings up so many memories. As far back as I can remember Tank was there with us. At first, Tank was my older brother's friend, somebody I looked up to, admired and wanted to be friends with as all little brothers do. As time went on Tank became more of a family member than a friend. He was always there when we needed him, there if we had get togethers or just hanging out with us around the house. We quickly became good friends, and have had so many great memories together between trips to Gainesville, St Augustine beach, camping trips at the springs, concerts and so much more. When Tank spoke to me about a relationship with my big sister I had a lot of emotions. My sister has always been one of my best friends and somebody I will always want to protect and want the best for, but it really makes sense that Tank could be that piece that fits best for her. I am so happy that my sister could find somebody like Tank to love and support her, to be by her side through good times and bad and always being there for the boys like a good father should. I am so grateful to be able to see two of the people that I love in this world find happiness with each other and have given me the opportunity to be by their side in this time. I pray that God blesses you both in this marriage. .
Krystle Phillips
Bridesmaid
Mary Anne and I first met in 2016…It was actually our boys who brought us together! We never stood a chance of not becoming best friends! The beginning of their friendship was also the beginning of ours! I love so many things about Mary Anne. One of my favorite qualities of hers is that she is the easiest person to talk to! She’s always down for any crazy adventure and she never lets me be petty alone! Mary Anne is always just a phone call away and I am so happy that I get to be part of this next chapter! .
Devin Chapman
Groomsman
Tank and I met while playing football in Junior High. Actually, I remember the EXACT day that he was given the nickname that he is so commonly called to this day. I’m not really sure when I learned his real name, but I was surprised to find out it was A-A-Ron. Soon, Tank and I started hanging out more and more, and it wouldn’t take long before our parents found out that they each now had an extra son. My mom loved T like he was her own, and he loved her just as much….But I think it was because she would always cook his favorite meal, Truck Driver Chowder. After high school I moved away, but after returning to Keystone we linked back up. It was like I never left. Our families get along just as good as we do and it couldn’t be any more perfect. When I met MA, I thought “wait a second, could it be?” And now I know for sure…We just added another to our wolf pack. Love you guys!
Riley Shuford
Bridesmaid
I met Riley when I was interning in her mom, Alison’s, Kindergarten class, way back when she was only 4 years old. Over the next few years, she and my boys became best buddies! They really didn’t have a choice, because Alison and I became best friends, and have dragged them on just about every adventure we could come up with! Riley and Brayden have been on some of the same sports teams, in the same classes and had the same friend group all throughout elementary school. She, Brayden and Mikey are still great friends and have so much fun together! Our memories together include endless lake days, beach trips, mountain trips, so many themed parties and get togethers for their friends, field trips, theme parks, many years of trick or treating and even some group Halloween costumes, camping trips, birthdays and holidays spent together, and so much more! I’ve always loved how close she and my boys have been, and how easily they get along. I’ve loved watching Riley grow up over the years, and I’m looking forward to watching her continue to grow in the years to come! She is sweet, respectful and always so much fun!! I love Riley like she is my own, and I am so honored to have her in our wedding!
Brandon Shuford
Groomsman
I met Tank several years ago through mutual friends and boy is he a better man for it! He was chasing my wife Alison’s best friend at the time and hasn’t left her alone since. I guess it’s worked out for him because now they’re tying the knot! All jokes aside, Tank has become the friend that everyone should be thankful to have. My dude’s the life of every party, always makes sure everyone’s having a good time and feeling included. A guy that keeps it real and isn’t afraid to tell you how it is, even if he knows it will ruffle some feathers. A real OG that I’m proud to call my boy! I’m super excited and honored to be a part of this special occasion. My family is stoked for the McGambles and are lucky to have them in our lives! Congrats my Peeps! .
Eli McCall
Usher
Eli is our first nephew, the one that made us Mimi and Uncle T! He is a sweet and silly boy that we love so much! He and our boys have always been so close, and we have loved watching him grow up over the years! We are excited to have him be a special part of our big day!!
Olivia McCall
Flower Girl
Olivia is our first and only niece. She is spunky, sweet and fun! Olivia is sure to always bring a smile to your face with her silly personality. She has always held a special place in our hearts. We are honored to have her as a flower girl on our big day!
Emmett McCall
Ring Bearer
Emmett is our spunky, full of life, goofball of a nephew! He is quite the entertainer and sure to bring some fun to any party! We are so excited to have him as a ring bearer on our big day! .
Charli Mae Shuford
Flower Girl
Charli Mae is our best friends' youngest daughter, who is like a daughter to us! She is sweet, so cute, and lots and lots of fun!! We are honored to have her as a flower girl (or bubble girl, or both!) in our wedding!
Benjamin McCall
Ring Bearer
Benjamin (Ben Ben) is our youngest nephew, the baby of the family! He is full of energy, fun and sweet dance moves! We are so glad he to have him as ring bearer on our big day!