OUR SPECIAL DAY
WEDDING PARTY
Samantha Kailing
Maid of Honor
Sammy is my Best Friend. We met when I lived in Big Rapids, while attending Ferris State University. GO BULL DOGS! We worked together at Buffalo Wild Wings and became really close. After moving to Grand Rapids, away from her, and spending some time apart, she finally moved to GR and we rekindled our friendship and have been inseparable since. She is my BFF, my rock, my PIC, she gets me, loves Chrislyn and loves Carlos. The whole fam is team Sammy and Chrislyn loves having the coolest Auntie in town!
Tori Napora
Bridesmaid
Tor is one of my longest friends that I grew up with and lived around the corner from in Bay City. My memories with her are endless and forever cherished. We have grown into teenagers, adults and mothers together. We have always leaned on one another for advice, or an ear to listen. Living hours away from each other has never intervened because we never allowed it to. Tor is my best friend I dont speak to every day, but, as soon as we get with each other, its like there was never any time apart and those type of friends are hard to come by.
Anna Vachon
Bridesmaid
Annie Bananie and I met when we both attended Ferris State University. We worked at Buffalo Wild Wings together. Although we didn't become sidekicks then, little did we know, the following year when we moved in with each other, we would gain a friendship that would follow us even outside of college. We were basically the same person. We are so loud and bubbly together. We love FOOD. Having Anna live in Grand Rapids after graduating, has been the greatest blessing to have. Her love for me, has extended to Chrislyn and what's better than having your best friend, your daughters too?!
Kristina Gem
Bridesmaid
KG and I met 7 years ago, when I started working at Member First Mortgage. We instantly became friends when I heard her laugh (you can't not laugh when she is laughing). Being around her for literally 40+ hours a week was the best time ever. We brought laughter and happiness to the office. Wherever she was, I was right there, and vice versa. When covid came and we had to work from home, we were devastated not to see each other every day. It almost felt like a breakup, haha. She was my first real friend I made when I moved to Grand Rapids, my free therapist and someone I genuinely cant live without. I am so grateful to have such a self-less, caring and LOUD person like her in my life!
Crystal Socier
Bridesmaid
Crystal AKA Kiko, is my cousin. Although, we are more like sisters than anything. I looked up to Crystal when I was a kid and since I didn't have a sister she was definitely the closest thing to it. We would spend so much time together as kids, I know for a fact she should've been annoyed with me lol but she never was. She has always been my biggest hype girl, supporter, cheerleader and protector. Her and I are hard proof, that family is a bond that is unbreakable.
Carlton Love
Best Man
Carl is my big bro.. even though I treat him like a little brother on the basketball court. All jokes aside he has been my best friend throughout my life and always there for me. I am glad to have him supporting, Paige and I on our love journey.
Eddy Torres
Best Man
What can I say? Friendship after our first encounter at high school football practice. Eddy and I have a friendship like no other and has grown even stronger over the years. He's supports me when needed and shares his honesty when I need to be humbled. I am grateful to have Eddy apart of our family.
Bryson Ruffin
Groomsman
Since our Northwood University Football days Bryson and I have been connected. Now working together at the same company and leaning on each other for support through our professional careers. Outside of business, we remain the best of friends and continue to share our visions for our families and reminisce on how far we've come.
Larry Frederick
Groomsman
I always thought it would be cool to have other siblings and god blessed me with that through my friendship with, Larry. I never have to guess if he will be in my corner when needed and cherish his loyalty. We've spent much of our lives chasing our athletic dreams and growing onto our next step of our lives. Looking forward to what the future holds for our friendship & brotherhood.
Lamar Frederick
Groomsman
Lamar always has been a great friend throughout my life. I am grateful for our friendship he has challenge me to be better many times throughout my life. He's encouraged me to stay connected with my faith and lean into my beliefs when life presents its obstacles. Definitely a friendship planned by god, thank you for being you!