Wedding Party
Maggie Harvell
Matron of Honor
Maggie is a lifelong friend of Meredith’s, having met as toddlers at Jean Harling’s play school. From growing up in the same schools from kindergarten through college to sharing countless memories along the way, Maggie has always been more like a sister than a friend—basically family.
Rebekah McKay
Bridesmaid
Meredith and Rebekah became great friends in middle school and have been inseparable ever since. From surviving teenage years to living in NYC at the same time, they’ve shared countless memories along the way. Rebekah is a lifelong friend who feels more like family than a friend.
Lisa Carlyle
Bridesmaid
Lisa and Meredith met in college and quickly bonded while sharing what may have been the smallest room in existence. They lived together again in their early twenties, this time as first-time dog moms, and have only grown closer over the years. Lisa is Meredith’s go-to phone friend—they talk nearly every day—and she has truly become family.
Colleen Moody
Bridesmaid
Colleen and Meredith met through mutual running friends in 2009 and quickly bonded over going back to “college” in their twenties—Meredith in nursing school and Colleen completing prerequisites for pharmacy school. Even as Colleen moved away for pharmacy school, got married, and became a mom, their friendship only grew stronger. Colleen also happens to have played matchmaker—she introduced Meredith and Lee!
Danny Rowland
Best Man
Danny is Lee’s dad, and they share a close and special bond. He is Lee’s biggest supporter, and the two regularly catch up over the latest in UNC sports. Lee is honored to have his dad standing beside him on such an important day.
Walt Rowland
Groomsman
Walt is Lee’s brother and one of his very best friends. They deeply value their family and make it a priority to see each other often. Lee is especially thankful for Walt and Dawn—and their two boys, whom Lee absolutely loves being an uncle to.
Robert Strickland
Groomsman
Lee and Robert met in elementary school, and Kinston hasn’t been the same since. From working together on a produce farm in high school to heading off to the same college, their friendship has lasted through every stage of life. It was at Robert’s 40th birthday party that Meredith and Lee reconnected and began dating shortly after.
Nick Harling
Groomsman
Lee has enjoyed getting to know Nick over the past few years. They love catching up over the latest sports news, and Lee has proudly become Nick’s go-to resource for any pressing Nintendo issues. Lee is grateful to have been so warmly welcomed into the family by Nick.
Hugo Harling
Ring Bearer
Hugo is Meredith’s oldest and wisest nephew and the undeniable life of the party. He is very excited to be a ring bearer and is especially thrilled that Lee will officially become his uncle—something he plans to remind everyone of often.
August Harling
Ring Bearer
Lee is August's favorite out of the couple. When asked if he would be a ring bearer he specifically said he wanted to carry Lee's ring. At any family gathering you will find him sitting right beside Lee. Athough he does have plenty of love for his Aunt Mere, too
David Harling
Father of the Bride
David Harling is Meredith's dad and the wedding planner. He is excellent at organizing and being the boss. We all may hate it at times, but he is usually right. His expertise has truly made the wedding planning process a breeze.