Michelle & Raphael
Wedding Party
Aimee Ketner
Maid of Honor
Aimee is the sister of the bride. Aimee has known Michelle her whole life. As kids they fought like typical sisters, as adults they have become very close. Aimee and Michelle are close in age which has made their bond as adults even stronger. Aimee has been an amazing sister to Michelle, there for her in the good and bad times. When Aimee and Michelle go out together, they are often mistaken for twins. Aimee is the Godmother to the newest addition to the Amey family, Kynlee. Aimee is one of Michelle's best friends.
Katy Brooks
Bridesmaid
Katy and Michelle have been friends since the third grade. Katy has been Michelle's number one best friend most of her life. They have shared so many memories together from the crazy teenage years to the fun adult years. From their obsession with N'Sync, to dancing in talent shows, to navigating the adult world- they hold so many priceless memories. Both share a bond with one another that will never be broken.
Tori Williams
Bridesmaid
Michelle and Tori have known each other since they were daiseys together in girl scouts. Tori is another close childhood best friend to Michelle. Tori and Michelle have shared some crazy adventures as adults that have remained some of the best memories she has. Their mother's probably always worry when they plan a night out because you never know what they might get into. There is never a dull moment when the two of them are together. Tori will always be one of Michelle's best friends!
Kristi Dudash
Bridesmaid
Kristi is Michelle's sister in law, Michelle met Kristi through her brother while she was in college at VCU. Kristi and Michelle had shared similar passion for the elderly population and both involved in that program at the college. One early memory Michelle has with Kristi during the college years involves meeting some of Kristi's friends and the introduction to a drink called the Irish Car Bomb. Needless to say, Michelle was not a fan. Kristi has also been an amazing Aunt to her son, Sebastian. Both Kristi and Michelle's brother Jason would often take Sebastian on camping trips or over night stays! Kristi has been an amazing addition to the family!
Tegan Lewis
Bridesmaid
Tegan and Michelle met as adults several years ago in the CIT program. Michelle was the coordinator of the program and Tegan became an instructor. Tegan has become one of Michelle's close friends as they share a unique bond. Some of her happiest memories include Tegan and the trips/conferences they have attended together. Tegan has been a true friend since they met, always supporting Michelle. Michelle is grateful for the friendship she has with Tegan and is excited for the continued memories to come.
Hayley Taylor
Bridesmaid
Hayley and Michelle have known each other for many years as adults, Michelle met Hayley through the CIT program. Michelle was the coordinator and Hayley became an instructor. Hayley and Michelle share a special bond, they have supported one another through the good and bad times. Hayley has moved forward in her career since their friendship has started and Michelle is extremely proud of the individual she has become. Hayley continues to be a great friend and Michelle looks forward to the future memories they will continue to share.
Tino Alexander
Best Man
Born Three years after Raphael from their beautiful mother. They grew up fighting each other and fighting for each other. They both went through the same obstacles in life; they cried together, had fun together, and lived together in college. They are both each other's biggest fan!
Shelton Franklin
Groomsman
Shelton is another brother from another mother. Raphael and Shelton met while in middle school, they did not go to the same school but met in a neighborhood that Raphael would spend time in with other friends. They played basketball together. Raphael introduced Shelton to his other friend Chad and they all have become close since then.
Zayd Augustus
Groomsman
Raphael and Zayd met in elementary school. Raphael and Zayd played football together, which made them closer as friends. They played together in high school and against one another in college. They became even closer after college as they tried to figure out life!
Rian McHenry
Groomsman
When Raphael started at Potomac High School, he new no one. Rian was one of the first people he met at Potomac. They played both basketball and football together and have been friends ever since. A memory that stands out for Raphael is that he took Rian and Shelton to a Jets football work out, after his own 4 hour workout. He was starving and he was thinking about the food he had saved and ready to eat it. Come to find out Shelton and Rian ate all the food, Raphael is still mad about this! Rian will always be a brother to Raphael for life.
Chad King
Groomsman
Chad is basically another brother to Raphael. They met in elementary school and both played baseball in the same league in the city. Chad and Raphael did everything together. Raphael and Chad were like two peas in a pod, they experienced life's milestones almost identically.
Josh O'Reel
Groomsman
Raphael and Josh played basketball together at Kentucky State University. They met during his sophomore year. Raphael and Josh became instant friends; they both were from different places but their personalities were one and the same. Josh, like the rest, is another true brother to Raphael.
Hailey Ketner
Flower Girl
Hailey is Michelle's niece. Hailey is an 8 year old smart and spunky flower girl in the wedding party.
Henry Ketner
Ring Bearer
Henry is Michelle's nephew; he is a 6 year old determined and independent young boy. Henry will be the ring bearer in the wedding.