Mary Pat & Gabe
Wedding Party
CJ Cook
Officiant
CJ is a dear friend of ours and also Chloé's husband. CJ has a heart of gold and a mind with the most selfless and creative thoughts I've ever had the privilege of knowing. Gabe and I wanted someone who knows the both of us as individuals and as couple to be the one to officiate our union. Someone who is special to us and is a part of our lives. CJ is one of few who fit this category. But, he so much more than just this criteria. His pure sincerity and genuine nature is what makes him the perfect officiant for us. We are so grateful for who CJ is and that we get to share this special day in our lives with him!
Amber Cole
Singer of Honor
I have known Amber since we were toddlers. Our dads were friends and also worked together. Growing up we shared clothes, had constant slumber parties, staged pretend weddings, and fought endlessly over Barbie's favorite colors. Amber's friendship has meant so much to me throughout our lives. I'm so grateful she has agreed to be apart of our day by singing some of the most important songs!
McKenna Trammell
Flower Girl
McKenna is the daughter of one of my closest friends from high school. I have the incredible honor of getting to share my birthday with McKenna! She is one of the fiercest women I know, just like her Momma. McKenna has never been afraid to be herself. In the short 7 years she had been on this Earth, this trueness has made it possible for her to accomplish anything she puts her mind to! She is going to do great things for our world!
Chloé Gray
Maid of Honor
My best friend since I was 11 years old and the sister to my soul, Chlo has been there for the good, bad, and ugly. You can't help but to fall in love with her energetic, loving, personality! She's always there to tell you that you deserve to live your best life, whatever that may look like. Chloé is the Yin to my Yang and my Office watching, peanut M&M eating, Twilight loving, queer dancing lover. I'm so grateful for how our friendship and sistership has evolved and all the adventures it has brought me!
Mariah Christine
Bridesmaid
Mariah and I met working as behavior specialists in 2014. After about 6 months of working together we had become close friends and I moved into the extra bedroom of her upstairs apartment. We had the best time living in our crappy, downtown Loudonville apartment. She is always there no matter what. She has probably chased after Wren across town as much as Gabe and myself. Mariah is the best friend who always knows how to have fun time, even if it is just sitting in bed together, getting drunk, and watching Harry Potter. I'm so grateful for how much life Mariah's friendship brings into my world!
Stacey Aberl
Bridesmaid
Stacey and I met freshman year of high school. We instantly clicked. Stacey has always marched to the beat of her own drum and it has always inspired me. Stacey and her family took me in as their own. I'm still coming into her childhood home without knocking even though Stacey has lived in Montana for 5 years now. Stacey is that best friend who spends endless nights talking with you about books, life, art, love, writing, anything under the sun. I am forever in debt to her for funding my vending machine snacks and then letting me drink 75% of the water bottle she packed in her lunch. I am so grateful for the strength our friendship brings to my world!
Jackie Miller
Bridesmaid
Jackie is my cousin and friend. She is one of the most kind and caring persons you will ever meet. Her determination is unlike anyone in my life. She has been one of my most cherished role models since I can remember. She has a way about her that constantly motivates you to be a better person. I am so grateful for all the guidance, wisdom, and everything else she brings into my life!
Gabe Larson
Bridesman
Gabe is one of my best pals and cousin. While Gabe has always been too cool for school he still let my nerdy ass hang out with him and his friends. We spent a lot of time in high school and college hanging out and getting into just enough trouble. Gabe has always been a bud to me and I couldn't be more thankful for how he has been there for me throughout my life!
Monica Aberl
Dogs' Maid
Monica is Stacey's younger sister and a dear friend. I met Moni when she was the shy, little sister of my friend. But, she is one of the funniest people I know and has grown to be one of my closest friends. Since Gabe and I have moved to Toledo she has been a lifesaver more times than I can count. Moni has a way with animals that I've never seen in anyone else. When it came to my family dog while growing up, Moni was one of few people Corky didn't aggressively greet at the door. Wren and Kai also adore her which, is why she is being entrusted with them for our wedding day!
Skyler Ewing
Best Man
Skyler is one of my younger brothers. Skyler is everybit of the younger brother that I could ask for. There aren't many other brothers that could say they have a relationship like the kind that Sky and I have. He's someone that I can always count on. Someone that lends an ear and his own time for me to vent to. Someone who understands. Even though he is younger than me, I've consistently learned from my brother. He sticks to the ever cliché saying "family comes first" and I couldn't appreciate anything more than that. He will be all I have, along with Justice, when we are all old and causing riff raff for our children in the future. I couldn't be more satisfied and blessed to have him by my side as my best man on the happiest day of my life!
Justice Willis
Groomsman
Justice is my youngest brother. Justice is the epitome of the baby brother. He is fiery and always has something to prove. I would love to have his mentality and there's nothing better than the feeling of knowing that someone looks up to you. Whether he admits it or not if asked, I know he does. This makes me a better individual. I strive to be a supportive and loving human because I want him to understand how important that is in life. I could've always done better and still could be better at being the oldest brother. But, I know that doesnt have a heavy impact in negative terms because he knows better. Justice is the one I know that will make sure we all feel loved, and protected with his presence. Justice I will have to admit has the most genuine eye capturing smile!
Nick Simon
Groomsman
Nick is my cousin and another longtime role model in my life. I spent most of my childhood following him around trying to be cool, but was mostly just annoying him. As I got older though Nick actually started hanging out with me. I'll never forget all the midnight releases of the Harry Potter books and movies we went to and all the times he covered for me during my rebellious years. Nick is also one of Gabe's favorite people! Nick has advised Gabe on EMS and firefighting and all pros and cons that come along with those fields. Although, they first bonded over teasing me about my clumsy-ness and mess making abilities!
Troy Hershler
Groomsman
Troy is one of the dumbest people I know, for good reason. This man could've been a doctor! Instead he lives the dream of traveling the world and conquering things no other human has had the time, confidence, and ambition to do! We love Troy through thick and thin. He's a great mutual friend of ours and has been apart of my maturing years as an adult! I miss the good ol' shit talking sessions, pushing each other to be better through our rigorous hours at Fast eddies, and attempting the back lever during our calisthenics workouts! I love Troy as if he was one of my own brothers. But thus, I fall back on the brother from another mother because he is just that, a beloved brother!
Tharon Blankenship
Grandmother of The Groom
The wisest woman we know! We are so thankful for all of you love, support, and guidance!!
Angela Westlake
Mother of the Groom
The woman who Gabe gets his strong personality from! Thank you for always being there!!
Bill Westlake
Father of the Groom
The man Gabe never listened to about learning how to do home and car projects. Now all Gabe wants to is home projects. Thank you for your continuous patience!
Kathy Savord
Mother of the Bride
The women who let us live in her home for almost 2 and half years! Thank you for you love, patience, and support!
Matthew Savord
Brother of the Bride
The man who keeps our lives interesting. Your moments of gentle kindness are what we treasure the most about you. We can't wait see to see you in your tux!