Wedding Party
Jessie Ridgeway
Maid of Honor
Paige: "Jessie has been my bestie since we were in elementary school. Going to our brothers' volleyball tournaments, getting through Girl Scouts together, pulling practical pranks on our friends, and spending many holidays together- you name it, we've done it. We have so many inside jokes (Bones, Snake, Snarf, our troublesome donut run, prom's fake tatoos, and SO much more) <3. There will be many more to come. I love you, Jess!"
Will Curtis
Best Man / Patch's Brother
Patch: "If you know Will, you know that he is a character and a half and is always full of energy. He is my only brother, and I could not ask for a better one. Growing up, we would always build random things that we managed to have a blast with, and now he gets to eventually do that for a living! I’m looking forward to him building something amazing, so he can buy some kind of aircraft I can fly him around in." Paige: "Willis T Willis will now be my fourth brother, and I can't imagine a better person to fill that role. Ever since I met him, he's been sassy as can be, but still loving and gentle. I cannot wait to spend more time with him as we create inside jokes, handshakes, and shared favorite songs. He's an answered prayer."
Mimi Abusham
Bridesmaid
Paige: "Mims is the sister I never had. Like actually, I call her "sista" :). I met her in high school when she tore her ACL at one of the first days of practice (oof). After the ride back on the cart to the trainers, I knew we'd be friends. She's quickly become my partner in crime at home with our surf, shopping, and coffee trips. One time, a lifeguard gave us a bandaid with his number on it, LOL. Now, she flies the Navy planes I work on!! I can't wait til she moves near me and we surf every day ;)"
Matty (Chunky) Pierce
Groomsman
Patch: "Matty (Chunky Slabs) Pierce is one of my closest friends since childhood. He is one of the most ripped dudes I actually know and will charge the chunkiest waves I have seen. Chunky and I first met in kindergarten and started hanging out right away. Over the years, we have grown together through school, youth group, sailing, surfing, and several family vacations and adventures. It has been amazing seeing his success in Australia, and I can't wait to go visit him!"
Athena Sandoval
Bridesmaid
Paige: "Theeeeeeeeens!!! Athena is one of my greatest childhood friends. I met her through club soccer in middle school where we played indoor in this little shack in Long Beach. In high school, we created the 5th Wheelers squad with three of our other friends. It was legendary and very exclusive (lol). One of my favorite memories with Athena is when we watched a horror movie and just belly laughed the whole time. More to come, Theens! <3"
Ben (Full Send) Speirs
Groomsman
Patch: "Benjamin Senderson Speirs is another one of my childhood best friends. We have also known each other since kindergarten, and we tried to spend almost every day together when we were younger. From free-boarding to surfing, to skiing and countless other adventures, it has always been a blast. It is an absolute blessing to have you in my life, my guy, and I can't wait for the crazy adventures that are to come!"
Haley Matthews
Bridesmaid
Paige: "Not only did Hay play right next to me for all of Riddle soccer, but we did almost everything together in college. I couldn’t have chosen a better person to spend so much time with over the last four years. We’ve lived together twice, made many Goodwill runs to be followed up by fashion shows, and have had some seriously deep talks. Haley is the most fun-loving, loud music bumping, scuba-enthusiast, Jesus loving girl I know. You will almost always catch Haley and me laughing about something ridiculous or randomly dancing. You better believe we'll be tearing up the dance floor together on the big day. Love you endlessly, Hay. <3"
Eli Celaya
Groomsman
Patch: "Eli was one the first guys I met at Embry Riddle, and from day one we began to send some pretty sweet adventures. With COVID still partially in effect and the Chi Alpha group not at full strength, he helped me expand my friend group in Arizona. I am still close with several of those friends! We share a love for mountain biking, which found us on several weekend excursions to Sedona to find new trails. After graduating from Riddle, we've remained close and have been able to hang out in California. Super thankful for this friendship and stoked to see what the future holds for us both!"
Ary Sanchez
Bridesmaid
Paige: "Miss Aryanna Sanchez, sometimes RiRi on her sassy days, was my roommate all four years of college. I have so many favorite moments with Ary. One was freshman year, when we ran out of gas and were frantically yelling at her car, Hannah, to make it to the gas station. Don't worry, we made it! The other one is a compliation of all our musical watch party sing-alongs. Ary has been there through literally every step of my relationship with Patch, and she’s been one of our biggest supporters. She is a true, caring, and thoughtful friend <3."
James Morris
Groomsman
Patch: "James and I first met in a taco shop in Prescott. We found out that we had a mutual friend I knew from Whitworth. Our friend was originally from Juneau, which is where this Alaskan man, James, is from. Since that fateful taco night, we have been on countless adventures both on the ground and in the sky. James and I flew out to several of Paige's games to cheer her and the team on, which I will never be able to thank him enough for! James has also come out to Santa Barbara several times, and each time always brings an adventure, whether that be sailing, bowling, or flying all the way to San Diego to fly a helicopter. Stoked to have you up there with me, man!"
Katy Hyde
Bridesmaid
Paige: "Katy girl- I don't even know where to begin. She was my freshman college roommate, thanks to our soccer coach for putting two very opposite personalities together. I'm so happy he did though, because she made my college experience 1000x more fun. Katy was my go-to girl as my relationship with Patch bloomed from the very beginning. She was there for not only that, but she's been there through some of my hardest times in life. For that, I'm extremely grateful :,)."
Connor Wallace
Groomsman
Patch: "Over the last few years, Connor and I have been able to get a lot closer. We've had many fun times together from sleeping on his couch before flights, to exploring the caves at the Channel Islands in Santa Barbara. Conner is one of the funniest people I know, and I always appreciate the talks we have. Nowadays, we are both working our way up in the aviation industry, and I can't wait to see where we both end up!"
Emily Berry
Bridesmaid
Paige: "Emily and I met in college through our church group. After many sunrise coffees, road trips, and much more, she soon became one of my best friends. I have so many good memories with Em, but one of them was making her slack line and karaoke with me at the same time. She was so mad at me, but I'll never forget how hard we laughed. We've celebrated so many things together like her passing a Nursing exam, both of us getting job offers, and now my engagement! We have big plans to travel together and do life together. She's a friend for life :)."
Conner Heil
Groomsman
Patch: "It is crazy that I was just in this man's wedding! Conner and I have been close friends since the start of college and were roommates sophomore year. Since our Whitworth years, we have spent time in both of our hometowns meeting each others childhood friends and families. This has included spending holidays, birthdays, and other vacations with each other. I am super honored to have him stand by my side!"
Conley Thompson
Bridesmaid / Sister-in-Law
Paige: "When Bryce met Conley, I knew he had gotten a good one. Con very quickly became one of my best friends- someone who will listen, love on you, and make you laugh under any circumstance. Con and I got to room together in Europe, and we had some late night chats I'll never forget. We've also shared so many hysterical belly laughs. Bryce has been my best friend and partner in crime since birth, so the fact that I now get to have Bryce AND Conley is double the blessing. She is a bright light in this world, and I can't wait for many, many more adventures with her."
Bryce Thompson
Groomsman / Paige's Brother
Patch: "Bryce was the second brother I met, but it was in the best way possible. He came out to Embry Riddle with Conley, and we got Bill's Pizza. We then went and played dodgeball with the Chi Alpha group. After that trip, I've gotten to watch Bryce play volleyball and see how much fun he is. Stoked for having him up there and for him to be a future brother!" Paige: "Bryce has always been my first and closest friend. Ever since we were tiny, we'd destroy the house and then hide under the crib together, giggling uncontrollably. Then to growing up, taking tandom bike rides whenever possible, joining a new church together, and simply just enjoying each other's presence, I am so grateful God blessed me with such an amazing friend I get to call my brother. I love you more than words, Bryce."
Julia (almost) Thompson
Bridesmaid / Sister-in-Law
Paige: "I've only known Jules for about a year now, but she has grown very quickly to be a gal that I admire and love so much. She came out with Cole to visit me in Arizona, which was the first time I had ever met her. We had the best, most wholesome time. I saw how much she loved my brother, and how she brings out the very best of him. She’s sweet, kind to the core, and still has some sass to her. I cannot wait for her to marry my brother in June. I could not have imagined a better girl for Cole. I just know that we are going to have so much fun together in the future <3."
Cole Thompson
Groomsman / Paige's Brother
Patch: "Cole was the final brother I met, and he definitely reminds me of Will, which is a lot of fun! That means I can banter with him quite a bit if I want. We have definitely had a lot of fun Thompson family events recently, and I am looking forward to the many more to come!" Paige: "Cole, even though he may seem tough on the outside, has one of the biggest hearts I've ever seen. His very first time "meeting" Patch on the phone, he said "So, you like to flirt with my sister, huh?". Patch then responded with “Um, sometimes!” He is the best kind of overprotective, and he also is just a blast to hang out with. We’ve gotten really close over the last couple years, and I’m grateful to call him one of my best friends. Love you forever, Cole."
Tiffany Thompson
Bridesmaid / Sister-in-Law
Paige: "Tiffany was my first sister-in-law, and she has been such a blessing to me. Growing up with three brothers, I didn’t know how it would be having another girl in the family. However, she’s been the most amazing addition to our family. I stayed with Tiff and Grant for a summer, which was full of many late night card games and so many laughs. She is kind, very resourceful, and has been such a great role model for me as a woman in this world. Every time I listen to her talk about work, I realize even more what an amazing person she is. I am so grateful to be living close to her still and can't wait for more memories! <3"
Grant Thompson
Groomsman / Paige's Brother
Paige: "Grant is my oldest brother. He's the best oldest brother I could ask for. He is responsible, caring, incredibly kind, and takes all the jokes that we younger siblings bug him with. When Grant first met Patch, he tried to be kind of intimidating, but he's such a nice guy, it didn't work very well. He has given me so much advice regarding jobs, relationships, and just life in general. Soon, I’ll be giving him advice on how to win Monopoly Deal ;). Love you always, Grant!" Patch: "I met Grant first out of any of the brothers and like Paige said, he is an incredibly nice a person. He was super inviting and just wanted to get to know me right off the bat. Since that day, he has always been a blast to hang out with and is always super chill. Stoked to have him celebrate with Paige and me!"
Sydney Hess
Ring Bear Escort
Patch: "Sydney first met me at my high school graduation, and since then we have been great friends! She is always super energetic, and I can't wait for her to bring the energy to the party!"
Leila Koch
Ring Bear Escort
Patch: "I have known Leila longer than anyone else! We grew up doing everything together, and she has always been an amazing friend. I had the honor of being in her wedding and cannot wait to have her be a part of our wedding!"
Ryan Lamar
Flower Girl
Patch: “Ryan, AKA Baby Ryan, is my youngest cousin, and we are absolutely thrilled to have her chucking flowers for us. We can't wait for her spunk as she struts it down the aisle.”
Bear Curtis
Ring Bearer
Patch: “Welcome the best dog to ever exist! Bear Curtis will be walking with Leila and Sydney down the aisle as our official ring bearer.”