Brooke & Matthew
Wedding Party
Missy Watson
Matron of Honor
Missy has known Brooke for over ten years. They met over her finding " hair extensions" in her brother's sofa, and she had ask him who are these, this is how she met Brooke. Missy has also been a great friend , and support system for when Brooke had first moved to Alabama. Brooke lived with Missy ,Blake and Harper for about two months. It was a long two months! Missy was very happy to hear about Brooke meeting Matt, and was there for all the changes that Brooke has faced. This move has brought the whole family closer!
Jennifer Clements
Bridesmaid
Jennifer and Brooke had met when Brooke had first moved to Prattville. They met at work, and then soon became co teachers.Jennifer was Brooke's first friend when she first moved here and welcomed her with open arms. Jennifer has also been a great addition to helping with Kennedy. Jennifer and Brooke spend fourty hours a week togahter , but it never gets old! She has been a great help with the wedding, and has been their with every step!
Heather Conley
Bridesmaid
Heather and Brooke became friends at their neighborhood park in Destin, Florida. Brooke and Heather started talking, and have been friends for four years! They would enjoy dates at the park, and the pool!
Shanelle Lowrance
Bridesmaid
Shanelle is Matt's sister. Brooke and Shanelle had became friends over spending time with eachother at Thanksgiving at her house in 2018.
David Beck
Best Man
Dave and I, and the whole Beck family, go way back. Growing up in Millbrook, Dave, his brothers and I were all roommates throughout our early young adult years, and experienced A LOT together. The winds have taken us through each of our unique lives, and we all remain in touch, and as close as natural brothers and family. Our families and adventure has grown, and made this walk through life a grand one. I'm truly grateful to have them in my life.
Jason Pope
Groomsman
Jason and I became friend's in fourth grade, when my family and I first moved to Alabama. We found that we both enjoyed art and drawing, and we also both had a knack for it. We became teens and grew to love music. We both picked up an instrument, me guitars and Jason drums. I can say to this day that his skill on his instrument of choice, has certainly surpassed my "guitar" skills. Jason and I have remained close friends even after years of being states apart. We are blessed to have this dingleberry in our lives. Kidding Pope!
Sam Lowrance
Groomsman
Sam is my brother-in-law. Shanelle, my sister, met Sam in Montana in 1997. My father (and Sam) were in the Air Force and stationed at Malmstrom AFB. They began to date but were due to move soon. After we moved back to Alabama in 1998, she remained in contact with Sam. She landed a job at Yellowstone National Park soon after moving, so she was close to Sam again, and they continued dating. They soon married and began a family welcoming Annabelle and Samuel. Since then, the Lowrance family resides in Huntsville, AL. We are truly blessed to have him in our family.
Blake Watson
Groomsman
Blake is Brooke's brother. Blake has been a huge help when Brooke first moved to Alabama. Brooke and Kennedy lived with Blake,Missy, and Harper for about two months. It was a challenging time, but Blake stepped up and acted as a father to Kennedy. Blake is happy that Kennedy and Brooke have a stable household now. Thanks for being there Blake.
Kaylee Pratersch
Junior Bridesmaid
Kaylee is Matt's daugher. She has been a great big sister to Kennedy! Kaylee has also been a great additon to the family! Kaylee enjoys teaching Kennedy new things, such as painting her nails!
Harper Watson
Junior Bridesmaid
Harper is Brooke's niece. Harper did not expect to have Brooke and Kennedy moved in with them when they first moved to Alabama. This though, made Harper and Kennedy closer. They love eachother , and are more like sisters! Harper has also been very thrilled to be a part of this journey, and is also thrilled to have a new sister in the family (Kaylee)!
Kennedy Cooley
Flower Girl
Kennedy is Brooke's daughter. Matt welcomed her with open arms. Kennedy has experience a lot of change in two years. At first she missed her friend's in Florida, but now has gain friend's here, and has gain a Big Sister Kaylee!
John Watson and Patrica Watson
Bride's Father and Bride's Step-mother
John and Patrica are the Bride's father and Bride's step- mother. After moved left Florida, the change and need for help had brought a closer realtionship to both her father and step mother. They were a huge help in the moved to Alabama, and a great family support system.
Rhonda and Robert Martin
Bride's mother and Step-father
Rhonda and Robert are the bride's mother and step- father. They were also a big help when Brooke first moved to Alabama. Brooke and Kennedy lived with Robert and Rhonda, for a week when they first moved to Alabama. Rhonda, has said many times she is happy that Brooke has found a man that loves her and her grand-daughter Kennedy. God has answered her prayers!
Kathy and Steve Pratersch
Groom's mother and father
Kathy and Steve were thrilled when they heard Matt and Brooke started dating. Matt had been single for a long time, and was waiting for someone to bring home to his parents. Kathy and Steve, have welcomed Kennedy and Brooke as their own, and are very happy that Kaylee now has a soon to be little sister(Kennedy)! They have been a huge help with our new journey also!