Michelle & DennisMichelle & Dennis
Wedding PartyWedding Party
Mrs. Janette BurrisMrs. Janette Burris
Mother of the Bride
The sweetest lady who loves to smile. She is a Southern Belle. Ask her about Amtrak, Alabama, being kind, and her favorite popcorn.
Mr. Michael BurrisMr. Michael Burris
Father of the Bride
He's so excited for the wedding, he already has his suit and song recommendations.
Mrs. Susan LaVereMrs. Susan LaVere
Mother of the Groom
The gorgeous Mother of the Groom. Ask her about all things related to gardening and cooking.
Mr. Dennis LaVere Sr.Mr. Dennis LaVere Sr.
Father of the Groom
A friendly personality to light up the room. Ask him about tractors, country living, and jokes. He will keep you laughing throughout the wedding.
Dr. Ronald "Ron" WilliamsDr. Ronald "Ron" Williams
Officiant
Michelle has known Dr. Williams for four years through their shared zeal for community service, Christian faith, and economic development in their professions and calling. A former Chief Servant for Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Ron has spent nearly 40 years in leadership at the esteemed HBCU, Coppin State University in Baltimore, where he is currently serving as a Dean. His warm personality and sense of humor will light up the room!
Krystal WellerKrystal Weller
Groomswoman
Dennis has been lucky to call Krystal a great friend for nearly 20 years. Their friendship started on video games, but it quickly became one of the most real and reliable connections in his life. She is the definition of a great friend: always supportive, always ready for an adventure, and honest enough to tell him everything he needed to hear (and sometimes what he didn't!). Dennis is thrilled to have her, and her boyfriend, Chris, who will be there to celebrate together.
Rich EnnistRich Ennist
Groomsman
If you are looking for a perfect example of a truly great guy, look no further than Rich. He has always been one of the most consistently good-hearted, genuine people you could ever hope to meet. Whether he and Dennis are diving into an epic game or just talking life, he is someone Dennis can always rely on for a thoughtful conversation and a great laugh.
Keir GardnerKeir Gardner
Groomsman
For 20+ years, Keir has a consistent comrade who whom Dennis has been able to share ideas, disconnect, and destress with. Their friendship spanned high school, paintball, college late-night study, gaming sessions, and every milestone since. While life has taken Dennis and Keir is various directions over the years, he has always been there for Dennis no matter the distance of the chaos in life. He has always been on to follow soccer, and travel the world, and more recently chasing after his beautiful daughter.
Dr. KaNesha OssoDr. KaNesha Osso
Matron of Honor
KaNesha and Michelle have been BFFs since 2012. KaNesha is a phenomenal doctor and friend, and all of her patients are so blessed to have her.
Barbara JaneyBarbara Janey
Matron of Honor
Barbara and Michelle have been friends since 2020. She is so grateful for her fashion expertise and NYC bantor.
Amara Joy BrittAmara Joy Britt
Flower Girl
Amara is the sweetest and enjoys being a flower girl. She is a natural at it!
Natalie GeyerNatalie Geyer
Flower Girl
Natalie will grace us with flowers and she is the couple's niece. We have really enjoyed watching her grow up.
Dylane WashingtonDylane Washington
Flower Girl
Dylane has a light to shine and a helping hand to lend. At her young age, she is athletic, intelligent, and a little fashion connoisseur. She is a wonderful big sister and Michelle is blessed to know her.
Kristian WashingtonKristian Washington
Flower Girl
Kristian may be little but she is mighty in personality, energy, and grace. She has a smile to light up the room and the sweetest demeanor that radiates everywhere she goes.
Leila TaziLeila Tazi
Bridesmaid
Michelle has known Leila for six years and she went from student to one of Michelle's closest friends. Leila helped Michelle choose her dress and she and her twin sister are travel experts. Ask Leila about Mount Kilimanjaro at the wedding.
Lylian TaziLylian Tazi
Bridesmaid
Lylian and her sister, Leila are brilliant social justice advocates. Lylian helped Michelle to make final selections on her dress. Ask Lylian about her community service throughout NYC and in the world. She is a true servant leader!
B. Monét FennellB. Monét Fennell
Bridesmaid
B. Monét is an award winning writer and producer. She and Michelle have been close friends for 13 years. She was the first Black woman to direct a commercial for Cadillac, worked in Beyonce's production studio, and is the recipients of numerous awards, including from Queen Latifah. Ask B. Monét about her abundance of talents in the film space and just being overall a radiant human being!
Anita SalleyAnita Salley
Bridesmaid
Anita and Michelle met as next door neighbors at Spelman College 13 years ago and the rest is history. Anita is blessed with invaluable gifts, including the gift of song and acting. Anita is an author, life coach, and speaker, and a woman of faith. Ask Anita about her most recent book at the wedding.
Dr. Ruth Wangia DixonDr. Ruth Wangia Dixon
Bridesmaid
Ruth was Michelle's first friend at Spelman through the arrangement of their Dean, Kimberly Scott. Thankfully the synergy was genuine and their friendship has been inseparable for 13 years. Ruth is an incredible STEM leader. Ask about her research in environmental science and Kenyan culture.
Aaliyah WellsAaliyah Wells
Bridesmaid
Michelle has been blessed to know Aaliyah most her life. She has the personality to light up a room and has made a difference in the lives of so many of her peers and siblings. Ask Aaliyah about her fashion expertise.
Chasidy Boyd-CrewsChasidy Boyd-Crews
Bridesmaid
Michelle and Chasidy has known each other for most of their lives. They have worked hand in hand through their service in church such as the Young Adults. Chasidy is a light for children she works with, and a fashion connoisseur, so be sure to ask her for related advice!
Jordyn SellmanJordyn Sellman
Bridesmaid
Jordyn is a Bridesmaid and the Goddaughter of Michelle. Michelle is so proud of Jordyn and she is one of the most polite kids you will ever meet. They love their adventures and ask Jordyn about the Spy Museum.
Jeremiah SellmanJeremiah Sellman
Ring Bearer
Michelle has known Jeremiah since he was born and he is a very talented drummer. Ask Jeremiah about playing the hangman game.
Indi Sahni-ManilalIndi Sahni-Manilal
Bride Announcer
Michelle has known Indus all his life and he lights up the life of anyone he encounters. He has the warmest personality, cool dance moves, and the biggest smiles. Ask Indi about anything, he's a very cool kid.
Kiara PiersonKiara Pierson
Emcee
Kiara and Michelle are first cousins and have an inseparable bond. She and the DJ will emcee the best reception. Kiara is a woman of faith and uses her ministry to uplift everyone she encounters. Ask Kiara about her many travels from coast to coast.
E Braxton PiersonE Braxton Pierson
Vocalist
Elder Pierson and Michelle are first cousins and he is going to bless us with the gift of song. Ask Braxton to make you laugh and tell you about his many travels all over. He is Southern through and through.
Cassidy CoatesCassidy Coates
Wedding Planner
Cassidy is a PHENOMENAL wedding planner and highly recommend her. So much gratitude to her for all her planning and support of this special day.