Kanesha & Andrew
Wedding Party
Ashontae Lemon
Matron of Honor
Ashontae is Kanesha's older sister who has been along side her for most of her life....Literally. They grew up along side each other, up until she had to leave for college in 2013. Ashontae is a very strong minded individual who currently lives in Nashville, TN, she's an elementary school teacher by day and a loving wife and mother by night. Ashontae is one of Kanesha's favorite people to talk to each day and when the two come around each other they are inseparable! Ashontae's hobbies would include cooking for her friends and family, and shopping in her spare time lol
Faith Webb
Maid of Honor
Faith is Kanesha's godsister, who's been along her side since 2010 when they did pageants together at National American Miss; this is also where they first met and happens to be where they shared one of their favorite memories, meeting at a sleepover during the pageant festivities! Faith is a very people driven individual who's apart of various organizations throughout her school and community which includes her being a Zeta. Faith recently obtained her Masters degree in Criminal Justice at Virginia state university and her hobbies would include singing, dancing in public and being a great support to her friends!
Katie Reilly
Bridesmaid
Katie is another one of Kanesha's sisters in both of their eyes. She's a recent graduate from VCU majoring in environmental science and biology, which makes her very unique. Their relationships developed shortly after they met for the first time in 2018. One of her favorite memories was spending the day in Ocracoke with Kanesha and the groom back in 2019! A few of her hobbies would include her reading a wide variety of books, watching classic movies and collecting a range of mixed art. Katie also is a plant guru and enjoys collecting them as well, especially succulents!
Melonie Goode
Bridesmaid
Melonie and Kanesha met about 6 years ago at one of the apartment complex they both used to live at called Acqua. They met through a mutual friend and instantly kicked things off, since then they have always maintained a strong connection no matter where they moved. One of their favorite memories that they shared was getting snowed in together at Kanesha's apartment complex and had the best time together. Some of Melonie's hobbies would include her Traveling, baking, YouTubing and Hiking!
Sydney Huffman
Bridesmaid
Sydney is one of Kanesha's dearest friends that she met while working at the prison in 2017. Kanesha and Sydney truly began bonding over brunches and their epic "Girls Night Out". They both spend their time creating memories over shopping trips at target and "Uptown Cheapskate". They both share a lot of memories together, however their favorite memory is them having a girls night at the Hof. Her hobbies would include her swimming, spending time with family and playing with her dog "Leia". She also enjoys blasting Justin Bieber music while she rides through the streets lol
Ladajauh Washington
Bridesmaid
Ladajauh, also known as "lala" or "la poca" met kanesha when they were about 10/11 years old at their home church, where they praise danced on the worship team and sung on the choir together. Their relationship continued to blossom over the years as they got older and throughout that time they created a lot of memories. As they got older, they became gym partners and also the motivation they both needed on most days. Dajauh's hobbies would include her Hiking, doing makeup, traveling with friends and also visiting art museums.
Temeka Washington
Bridesmaid
Temeka is Kanesha's little sister who's been by her side most of her life. Kanesha and Temeka grew up together and although they have not always gotten along their sisterly bond has never changed. Temeka is a very quiet individual who loves to spend time with her friends and family and to take trips with them as well! She's a wonderful mommy to two beautiful baby boys and a great wife as well.
Stanley Webb
Bridesman
Stanley and Kanesha Met at Richard Bland college in 2014, where they both performed on the dance team. Over the next couple of years they became roommates and eventually graduated college together! A few of their favorite memories shared would be performing together in college at the basketball games and other school functions. Stanley's hobbies would include Dancing, Styling/ fashion Designing as well as being a creative director.
John Reilly
Best Man
John (AKA JP) is Andrew's older brother who grew up alongside him until he went to college at East Carolina University. Throughout their childhood they were always by each other's side even when they weren't getting along. Andrew's first job was working for John when he was the manager of a local pool in Falls Church. Although John is moving to Chicago for work, they continue to know that they both will always be there for each other.
Robert Lemon
Groomsman
Robert is Andrew's soon to be brother in law. Ever since they met in 2017 they have instantly connected and the brotherly bond was instantly there. Robert enjoys spending time with his wife, son, and close friends. Robert is currently a firefighter for the city of Nashville in Tennessee. Although they have never lived close together, Robert and Andrew know that they are both there for each other no matter what.
Ben Houchens
Groomsman
Ben and Andrew first met in 2015 while working together at Fluvanna Correctional Center for Women. Andrew and Ben eventually worked together as Shift Commanders and were always there for each other. The environment they worked in helped develop a bond that could not be broken. Andrew and Ben grew to depend on each at work and became each other's "ride or die" partners. Ben enjoys spending time outdoors with the company of his wife and children.
Brendan Goode
Groomsman
Brendan and Andrew first met in 2018 while working at Fluvanna Correctional Center for Women. Brendan and Andrew were able to instantly connect with their love and dedication for the job. Brendan has always been there for Andrew no matter the circumstance. They share many found memories together both on and off of the job. Brendan's favorite hobby is spending time in nature and fishing. In addition, Brendan is a loving husband and father to two sons.
Kyle Pillow
Groomsman
Kyle and Andrew have known each other since 2015 when Andrew first moved to the Central Virginia area. Kyle and Andrew have spent countless weekends together floating the river, watching football, and enjoying each other's company. Kyle's favorite hobbies include going to the beach, fishing, and spending time with family and friends.
Jaeden Allen
Ring Bearer
Kanesha's nephew who she dearly loves!
Robert Lemon third
Ring Bearer
Kanesha's nephew who she dearly loves!