Leah & Alex
Wedding Party
Justin McNurlen
Man of Honor
Justin and I met in nursing school and I knew from the start we were going to be great friends, best friends, as a matter of fact. I made it through nursing school because of him and and since then he's been there for all the highs and lows in my life-ever loyal and always making me laugh. We've come a long way from our late night study sessions, endless snacking, and blowing off steam after exams. It is truly MY honor to have him as my Man of Honor
Trevor Hall
Best Man
Trevor and I have been friends since childhood. Our memories and stories could fill volumes. It is my privilege to add another chapter to our friendship by having him be my Best Man.
Caitlin Onusko
Bridesmaid
Caitlin writes, we met in nursing school 7 years ago connecting over the "rivers" of WV while having dorm rooms next to each other. We both accepted jobs on the Oncology unit at West Penn Hospital after graduation and remained close friends. Over the years we bonded over sports, beers, breakfast at the hospital, and have so many inside jokes no one else would laugh at besides us. After hearing about Alex, forever, I really wanted to meet him. So when they were running in the Pittsburgh Marathon, one of his first times in Pittsburgh, I made Leah show me his picture to memorize what he looked like so I could stop him in his tracks, say, "Hi," and ask to take a picture with him. Of course he didn't know me. I pulled it off and I'm pretty sure he thought I was crazy ever since.
McKenzie Clemons
Bridesmaid
McKenzie is Alex’s cousin and sister to groomsman Tyler. You will soon see she is undoubtedly the life of the party and her dance moves will prove it! I am delighted she is making the trip from Wisconsin to be a part of team bride.
Lalo Ramirez
Groomsman
Lalo and I met at Fort Hood years ago and became fast friends. Not only was it an honor to serve with him, it is now a greater honor to have him stand with me at our wedding.
Rikki Artus
Bridesmaid
Not only have you made my brother happy by becoming his future bride, but you have delighted us by completing our wedding party. I've always wanted to have a sister and now I can say she stood by my side and shared in this special day with me. Here's to a lifetime filled with fun and family.
Sam Mewes
Groomsman
Serving in the Army did not only introduce me to Leah but provided me with some lifelong friends. Sam is one of those friends. I’m honored he’s making the trip to Pittsburgh to share in our special day.
Tyler Clemons
Groomsman
Our wedding party would not be complete without my cousin, Tyler. It’s true when they say cousins are our first friends. Here’s to family and making more memories.
Cole Laeyendecker
Groomsman
Other than being known as Flower Girl Amara’s dad, Cole is also my stepbrother. Having grown up together, we have lots of history and more importantly some great hunting and fishing stories. Our wedding party wouldn’t be complete without him.
Amara Laeyendecker
Flower Girl
Amara is Alex's niece and daughter to his stepbrother Cole and wife Krystal. Being a flower girl is making all of Amara's princess dreams come true. She takes her petal spreading very seriously as you will see and has been practicing for her big day, wearing her new tiara and wanting to wear her flower girl dress.
Howard Flank
Officiant
Howie is Leah's uncle and is married to her mom's sister, Janice. According to Howie, officiating a wedding has long been a dream of his. He was the first person to come to mind for both the bride and groom and they wouldn't have it any other way. His natural flare for public speaking is almost as great as his moves on the dance floor. Either way, he's sure to get a few laughs!