Wedding Party
Rayah Johnson
Bride
Rayah is a mix of heart a humor, she's a thoughtful soul with a creative spirit, and when she loves - she loves all in. From the moment she met Aaron, something just clicked. Now she's counting down the days until she walks down the aisle and says "I do" to her best friend.
Aaron Denny
Groom
Aaron is steady, kind, and the guy who makes everyone feel welcome. Whether he's working hard, cracking a joke, or offering a helping hand, he brings strength and confidence to every room he's in. To Rayah he's her safe place, and her biggest supporter. Now, she can't wait to walk hand in hand into the next chapter of their lives together.
Zariya Schmalzried
Maid of Honor
My Maid of Honor is my absolute best friend and truly my person. She’s the one who can always make me laugh, no matter what, but she’s also the first one there when I need someone to lean on. Through everything, she’s been by my side, supporting me, lifting me up, and loving me unconditionally I couldn’t imagine this day without her standing next to me.
Ty Schmalzried
Best Man
Ty is Aarons Best Man and truly one of his closest friends—someone who came into his life and instantly felt like he’d always been there. Ty has a natural way of making everyone around him laugh and his humor is a huge part of what makes him so special. Beyond that, he’s a loving husband to Zariya and an amazing dad to their daughter Zay, always putting his family first Ty’s loyalty, personality, and the joy he brings to the people around him, make him such an important part of Aaron‘s and Rayah’s life.
Lily Briesmeister
Bridesmaid
Lily and I met during a puppy play date for our two Great Danes, and we just clicked. She is the sweetest soul, and truly one of a kind. She is the kind of friend everyone should have. She has never failed to show up, and her friendship means the world to me. I am so grateful to have met her and for her to be a part of such a special day.
Travis White
Groomsman
Travis is one of Aaron‘s groomsmen and someone he’s proud to have standing by his side on such an important day. He’s the kind of person who brings a steady positive presence wherever he goes and his support means a lot to Aaron whether it’s showing up when it counts or just being someone you can rely on, Travis is a valued friend and an important part of the celebration.
Zaynai Bell
Flower Girl
Zaynai, or as most of us know her as NeeNee, is our spunky and sweet flower girl and the little sister to my Maid of Honor. She brings smiles, lots of personality, and a little extra magic to our day.
Andy Barkley
Father of the Bride
My dad is one of the most important people in my life and someone I’ve always looked up to. He’s been my constant support, my protector, and my guide through every stage of life. His love strength and the way he’s always been there for me have shaped who I am today having him by my side on this day means more to me than I could ever put into words. He didn’t have to be my dad, but he chose to be, and that is something I will never take for granted.
Selena Meneghin-Barkley
Flower Girl
Oh Selena… this girl has been one of the biggest blessings in my life. I never expected to be a big sister again at the age of 14, but here we are and I wouldn’t change a thing. She is incredibly smart, courteous, and the biggest jokester. She is quite a tomboy, and loved the idea of being a flower girl until I told her she had to wear a dress. She put up quite a fight but ultimately decided she would and I couldn’t be happier.
Zayliani Schmalzried
Flower Girl
Zayliani, our niece, is the daughter of my Maid of Honor and Aarons Best Man. She has brought so much sunshine and smiles into Aaron and I’s lives. While she is quite a bit younger than our other two flower girls, I couldn’t imagine her not being a special part of our special day.
Rowan Barkley
Officiant
Rowan is my brother and one of the most important people in my life. We’ve been through almost everything imaginable together yet we’ve always been each other‘s constants. He’s always been there for me, supportive, dependable, and full of love. Beyond being family, he’s a friend I can always count on and having him by my side on my wedding day makes this moment even more special.