Shaylee & William
Wedding Party
Jessica Shook
Maid of Honor
My soul sister! Our friendship took off back in Fall 2018. We may look like complete opposites but we share so many similar interest and hobbies. We truly share a bond that will never be broken. We are always laughing when we are together, there is seriously never a dull moment. Jess is the most kind hearted and sweetest girl you will ever meet. She is currently attending Marion Technical College, focused and on obtaining her RN degree. She loves spending time with her family, her boyfriend Danny, and friends.
Samantha Trausch
Bridesmaid
We go back to the second grade!! My forever BFF. Sam has such a fun and genuine personality. She has been there for it all. She is so positive and encouraging. Sam exemplifies the meaning behind the saying "beautiful inside & out". She is currently attending Hope College, majoring in dance and business. She loves her family, friends, our hometown, and reading a good book.
Alexis Nicholson
Bridesmaid
Alexis and I met freshman year of college. We instantly shared a connection as our boys were heading out to boot camp for the Army National Guard. Alexis is so driven, yet so selfless. No matter where life takes us, our relationship will always stand strong. She is currently attending The Ohio State University in regards to obtaining her animal science degree. She loves her doggy, Jueno and boyfriend, Bobby. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, cherishing every moment.
Kaela Gearhart
Bridesmaid
WOW! What a gal. Kaylz and I go way back. We have known each other for nearly our whole life. We became super close friends my freshman and her sophomore year of high school. We share so many ridiculous and funny stories and memories. Kaela has taught me so much about being a loyal, honest and truthful person. She is a once in a lifetime friend and has the biggest heart. She is studying at The Ohio State University for social work. She enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and boyfriend, Jake, doing yoga, going to concerts, and hiking/exploring in nature.
Skylar Paradiso
Bridesmaid
Sky and I met our freshman year of college. We share so many laughable moments. We have connected as friends so deeply. She is the strongest and most fierce woman I know. She is always the life of the party and ready to have a good time. She attends at The Ohio State University for animal science. She loves spending time with friends, working out, and spending time outdoors and with animals.
Kaitlyn Thiel
Bridesmaid
My sister! Kaitlyn has known me my whole life, from day one. We have been through all of life's trials as well as blessings together. She is such a strong, motivated, and caring sister and person. She recently married the love of her life, Brandt Thiel, in September 2019. They have planted their roots in our hometown of Edon. She loves being a wife and spending time with family and friends.
Manny Parsley
Groomsman
Manny made me a brother when I was seven years old. We spend the majority of our time picking on each other and pushing one another to be better. We enjoy throwing the football, playing basketball, and wrestling each other. Manny will be entering his freshman year of high school this coming fall. He enjoys playing video games, playing sports with his friends, and going to church.
The Highland Boys
Best Man, Groomsmen, & Ushers
Austyn Albanese (Best Man) Colten Liszkai, Dylan Tuggle, Zach Baker, Max Schreiber (Groomsmen) Gerald Adkins, Quin Winklefoos (Ushers) We have been an inseparable group since elementary school. Every sport we ever played was played together. Our memories are filled of crazy weekends running around doing things we probably shouldn't have been. Each and everyone of us has always had one anothers backs. We all put our friendship first. We are all busy running around in college now, but the group still gets together whenever possible and not a thing has changed nor will it ever. I might call them my friends, but they will always be more like my brothers.
Riley Manahan
Usher
Riley and I have always been so close as siblings. Most people usually mistake us for twins. Yes, we sometimes argue but for the most part we have one another's back. He's is everything a brother should be and more (#1 Bro). He is so intelligent, hardworking, and caring. He is currently studying at Northwest State Community College for mechanical engineering. He loves his girl, Katherine, working on cars, and spending time with his cat.
Bobby Davis
Usher
Bobby and I became friends our freshman year of college. We had always competed against one another in sports. Bobby is a loyal and honest friend. We both serve in the Army National Guard together. Bobby has graduated from Marion Technical College Police Academy and has hopes to work in the police force. He likes spending time with his family and friends and his girl, Alexis.