Shannon & Jonathan
Wedding Party
Michael Edwards
Father of the Bride
"My beautiful baby turned into a lovely young lady. I am blessed to have her as my daughter. I'm glad that Shannon found someone to make her happy, and will be proud to call Jonathan my son-in-law." - Mike
Ralph Simmons
Father of the Groom
"From the time you were born, throughout your life, you have brought happiness to my life! I wish you and Shannon much luck and love on this new journey!" - Ralph
Diana Edwards
Mother of the Bride
"My beautiful daughter calls me her best friend; an honor I don't take lightly. I have watched my little girl grow into an amazing woman. She is brave, smart, caring, creative, and maybe a little too honest. She met a handsome young man who she has given her heart to. He is hard-working, honest, and true. Now I trust in Jonny to keep my best friend's heart safe." - Diana
Judy Simmons
Mother of the Groom
"One March afternoon, Jonathan called me for advice. He met a girl who was really special, but she’d be graduating at the end of the school year. I told him if it was meant to be, the two of them would find a way to make it work. And look at them now!" - Judy
Megan Stemper
Matron of Honor
Megan and Shannon met during their sophomore year at FSU through their sorority. They loved attending the games together and here is a classic picture of them with the Garnet and Gold Guys! They went to every home game leading up to the Seminoles winning the 2014 BCS National Championship Game.
Kyle Brasher
Best Man
Kyle and Jonathan have been best friends since they were 2 years old! Throughout the years they have been on many family vacations together, and here is a throwback of them fishing on the beach.
Marissa Connell
Maid of Honor
Marissa and Shannon met their freshman year of college when they both pledged the same sorority, Gamma Phi. They quickly realized how many things they have in common such as animals, traveling, and Harry Potter. Here is a picture of them enjoying some Butter Beer in "Diagon Alley".
Holton Graham
Groomsman
Holton and Jonathan have been best friends since they were two years old! Here is an adorable picture of them as toddlers ridding around in a golf cart at the Tallahassee Fall Festival.
Hannah Lyon
Bridesmaid
Shannon was lucky enough to find the perfect little sister in her sorority, Hannah. Since Hannah joined the sorority the two were the best of friends. This is a picture of the two at Hannah's initiation to Gamma Phi.
Gordon Stemper
Groomsman
Gordon and Jonathan became friends through their significant others, Megan and Shannon. As college best friends, Megan and Shannon were so ecstatic with how quickly the at-the-time boyfriends hit it off. Gordon and Jon enjoy doing many things together... like brunch, as seen here!
Carly Slaggert
Bridesmaid
Carly and Shannon have been best friends since middle school when Carly moved from North Carolina to Florida. The two were inseparable for all of high school and would pass notes back and forth doodling their future weddings. It is so great that they were both able to stand by the other's side on their special days. Here is a picture of them from high school graduation!
Mason McLaren
Groomsman
Mason and Jonathan became good friends through Mason being the constant 5th wheel to Megan, Gordon, Jonathan, and Shannon. Here is an adorable picture of Jonathan helping Mason prepare for Gordon's wedding.
Kristin O'Laughlin
Bridesmaid
Kristin was one of Shannon's first friends in college and her very first friend in their sorority, Gamma Phi. This is a picture of the two of them the day the accepted their bids. Kristin and Shannon have stayed close since college and Shannon is excited to have her stand by her side!
Colin Smith
Groomsman
Colin and Jonathan were on the same team at work and became good friends quickly. Aside from work, Colin, Jonathan, and Shannon all earned their Scuba certification together! Here is a picture of Jonathan and Colin at their first shore dive.
Elizabeth Alderson
Bridesmaid
Lizzy and Shannon have been friends since they both joined their sorority, Gamma Phi. They also lived in the sorority house together as roommates for 3 years! Shannon could always count on Lizzy to light up her days and she is so happy to have her with her during this special time.
Ariel Arapianou
Groomsman
Ariel and Jonathan were on the same team at work and bonded over their unique senses of humor. They have many great memories together, but here is one from when they helped move Nathalie and Maggie to a new apartment. After helping move, there was a housewarming party themed around them.
Maggie Griffin
Bridesmaid
Maggie and Shannon met through Jonathan because Maggie and he were on the same team at work. Maggie and Shannon became friends easily over mocking Jonathan's inability to speak quietly. They also love to rollerblade on the beach! Here is a picture of the two of them at Maggie's birthday party.
Jeffrey Jernigan
Groomsman
Jeffrey and Jonathan have been friends since their freshman year of college when they both joined the same fraternity, Kappa Sigma. They were also roommates for two years! Here is a picture of the two of them celebrating Jonathan's graduation from FSU.
Nathalie Korchak
Bridesmaid
Nathalie and Shannon became friends due to Shannon's teaching about the French Revolution and Nathalie being from France. They soon found more entertaining things to talk about besides history and built a great friendship. Nathalie and Shannon enjoy running and brunching, here they are with some yummy mimosas!
Ian Willis
Groomsman
Jonathan and Ian have been good friends since high school and have made countless good memories together. Such as here when they went on Spring Break to Panama City Beach!
Leanne Grubbs
Bridesmaid
Leanne and Shannon met through their significant others, Colin and Jonathan. Colin and Jonathan worked on the same team at Citrix and when they quickly became friends they organized double dates to include the girls. Leanne and Shannon hit it off and here is them on a trip to Hershey Park in Pennsylvania!