Our Wedding Party

Desi McCandless

Mother of the Bride

Desi McCandless is Melissa's mother. She loves to dance, especially with her daughter and sisters. She is a huge Pittsburgh Steelers fan and loves her family more than life. She is the strongest and most giving person Melissa has ever known and a huge influencer in Melissa's life. Mother is always right!

Christine Noddings

Mother of the Groom

Christine is Chris' mum...leading to 29 years of confusion when someone asks for "Chris"...Best known as Lady Noddings, a keen tennis player, she and Chris have partnered each other in a local league for many years, winning many trophies! Christine is an extremely generous and loving person to her children and especially her grandchildren!

Meredith McCandless

Father of the Bride

Meredith is Melissa's dad. Yes, his name is deceptively feminine. Meredith enjoys nothing more than spending time with his dogs, his wife and his daughter. He is happiest when he is drinking a Coors Light and relaxing with his family. He has a child- like sense of humor and is always up for discussing politics. He is willing to help anyone with anything that he can and is Melissa's biggest fan and cheerleader.

Timothy Noddings

Father of the Groom

Tim is Chris' dad...but mainly a diehard Leeds United fan. A keen golfer known as "Tiger Tim" on the circuit. An ex Ministry of Defence secret agent... but we can’t talk about that...A world traveller but a true Yorkshireman at his core. A kind, loving man who we’re both lucky to have in our lives.

Corina Jahren

Maid of Honor

Melissa & Corina have been through everything together since they became friends in 9th grade. They actually met in Middle School, but Corina decided she didn't like Melissa in their 8th grade band class. Through the years, they have been through thick & thin, so it is only natural she is a Maid of Honor. Corina recently had her first baby with her husband Brett. Little Callie will make her wedding day appearance! Melissa would not be the person she is today without their friendship.

Tom Cartledge

Best Man

Best known as TC, he and Chris have been best friends since playing in their high school basketball team in year 7. Since then they have been through it all including making a national championship basketball game (and losing...) and a charity cycle around the circumference of Iceland! TC is known for his wild personality leading him to be up for trying almost anything...He has spent much of his adult life traveling the world.

Jenna Sohns

Maid of Honor

Jenna (Mr. Pow) Sohns is Melissa's soul mate. Chris is actually marrying Jenna and Melissa. Jenna is a very influential person in Melissa's life because they tend to think the same on just about everything. Jenna is fun- loving, high energy and very loyal to her friends & family. She would do anything for anyone in need and is very loved by many people.

Dom Hawksworth

Best Man

Best known as Dom Hawksworth, he and Chris became best friends when working at a nightclub. Since meeting they have enjoyed a fun filled relationship and include NFL wide receiver Golden Tate as a close personal friend #BetterFriendThanHaribo. Dom is best known for biting ears, his youth boxing and rugby careers and his general reckless behaviour. He has a twin brother in attendance called Howard as well as his Fiancé Doug Delf.

Alexa Prelaz

Maid of Honor

There is never a dull moment when Alexa and Melissa are together. About a month after Alexa married her husband Anthony, Melissa moved in with them since she was new to Orlando. After spending a year living together, Melissa and Alexa became closer than ever. Alexa is the person to call if you ever need honest advice or guidance with any life situations. She will always speak her mind and always makes herself available for her friends. She is the mother of an adorable son, Carlos Prelaz.

Chris Harrison

Best Man

Best known as Haribo, he and Chris have been friends since working at a nightclub together at 18/19 years old. Since then they have become best friends and are co-credited with the creation of the hit craze ACHKF with the ever popular accompanying app RCG. Hairbo is best known for his fluency in several languages, being hairy and his love of York City.

Georgina Coe

Bridesmaid

Georgina is the older sister of Chris. She is a busy mother of 3 energetic & fun boys and always manages to make time for other people, including Chris and Melissa. Melissa first met Georgina when she came to Florida for a vacation. Ever since then, Melissa has realized that Georgina is the more sensible sibling with the biggest heart & a wonderful mother to her boys.

Rory Ingham

Groomsman

Best known as Rory, he and Chris have been friends since high school and have had many crazy adventures and road trips together. Rory is the only grown up amongst the groomsman - owning his own house, married to the wonderful Elan and has 3 beautiful children. Rory is best known for his positive and can do attitude which often leads to some amazing and unique situations...

Jessica McIntosh

Bridesmaid

Jessica's mother & Melissa's mother are sisters. Growing up in their family is definitely an adventure on it's own! Jessica is the closest thing Melissa has to a sister- from going through challenging family difficulties such as the loss of their grandmother, to celebrating life's greatest accomplishments. They have always been able to pick up where they left off. Jessica is full of life and energy and is the light of any party.

Simon Bardon

Groomsman

Best known as Bards, he and Chris have been friends since working at a nightclub together. They became very close very quickly and have certainly bonded over their continuing love of alcohol. He is best known for his gentlemanly demeanor, waistcoats and his delightfully soft and luscious beard.

Aron Arrington

Usher

Aron is one of Melissa's closest friends for the past 8 years. Melissa and Aron's favorite thing to do together is to sit at Starbucks for hours and people watch. Not many people would find this interesting, but it provided hours of entertainment to them. Melissa is the Godmother to Aron's only daughter. You are sure to see lots of interesting dance moves from Aron and he will certainly make you laugh with his larger than life personality.

Joshua, Marcus and Christian

Ring Bearer

Known as the Coe boys and they are Chris' nephews. Each of them are completely unique; each having extremely different personalities. They have a very close relationship with Chris and Melissa, so much so they have expressed interest in moving to America and marrying American girls themselves! Although they can be a handful, no one can say they didn't have more fun because they were around. They are considered so important to the wedding that the wedding contract actually has a clause in it allowing the date to be changed if one of them cannot attend!

Emilia Arrington

Flower Girl

Emilia (Emi) Roe is Melissa's Goddaughter, her father is Aron Arrington. Emilia loves mermaids and dressing up. She was born in Maryland, but will one day move to Florida!

Ashlynn Elliott

Flower Girl

Ashlynn is Melissa's eldest Goddaughter. She is the daughter of Brittany and Ryan Elliott. Brittany & Melissa have been great friends for years, she is honored to be the Godmother of such a fun loving, crazy girl like Ashlynn. When Ashlynn last met Chris, she asked him if he was speaking English. Chris and Ashlynn are now best friends.

Harvy Hareogate

Son of Chris & Melissa