Stephanie & Thomas
Wedding Party
Dr. Ashley Nicole Sandoval
Matron of Honor
I have known Ashley since I was 13 years of age.She’s a Rockstar pharmacist in one of the busiest clinics in The Rio Grande Valley. On top of that she still finds the time to put Betty Crocker and Martha Steward to shame on a daily basis. She loves to bake! Ashley is my older brother’s wife.God knew not only did my brother need a good woman like Ashley, but he also knew Ashley would be the best sister for me! Ashley has been there for me more times than I can honestly count...always fulfilling her role as sister for me, always ready to give advice, protect me, and comfort me. I am so grateful for her! I thank God every day for my sister.
Ms. Briana Garza
Maid of Honor
Brenda is Briana’s momma As the youngest cousin in the family (over 50 cousins) I was attached to her momma’s hip. When I found out she was pregnant I was over the moon! In my eyes I was having a baby sister. Oh my goodness! I have watched my sweet AKA “BON BONS” grow. From changing her diapers to taking her out to her first Vegas trip we have done many many things together. I can always count on her to be in my corner. And lets not forget she keeps me up to date. She is very fashionable! If you ever need fashion advice, need your makeup done, call this girl!. She is wild, funny, and oh so loving! “I got you” She always says that! …and got you she does!
Ms. Briana Sandoval
Bridesmaid
Bri is my “Sandoval twinkie.” We look a lot alike, and are often confused. When Bri is not saving the young minds of many children and educating them in the classroom, you can best believe she is reading one or two or maybe even three books behind the scenes. She is a total bookworm! If there is ever a book you are debating about reading, you should ask her, it is very plausible she has already read it! Bri has a beautiful smile, is very fashionable, and has such a beautiful heart
Ms. Annmarie Baxter
Bridesmaid
Annmarie is Tom’s baby sister. We all call her “A!” Yes, like the letter A. A loves the outdoors. She is also a dog whisper. A can telepathically communicate with any four legged creature. She can pretty much get them to do whatever you want. She is always out hiking or kayaking with her dogs Lambo and Chessie bringing happiness to all they see on their walks one bark and/or drool at a time. I love A for how funny and sweet she is. I am grateful to be gaining another sister.
Major Megan Powers
Bridesmaid
AKA “Major Megs.” Major Megs recently married and got a new kick ass last name to go along with her personality and list of killer accomplishments. IF you ever wondered what GI Jane and Barbie would look like or be like if they meshed, well SHE is it. She’s a beautiful blond bombshell, and a Marine Corps Major. Major Megs is my protector and the wise one! She makes everything and anything sound easy! “Oh we can do that ourselves!” Also Beware…do not go workout with her unless you are in the best shape of your life; she and her hubby will put you to shame. She can do more pullups that you can count! To add, let’s not forget Major Megs was kind enough to take me under her wing (adopted me as her “dependa”) when Tom last deployed. Bless her heart!
Ms. Emery Bennett
Bridesmaid
My sweet Emmy is kick ass nurse practitioner. It has been a wild year for her attending to exhausting COVID matters and crazy overtime hours. Regardless of it all, Emmy and I always manage to pick up right where we left off, like we never missed a step. Emmy and I became great friends when I lived in Houston working at the Texas Medical Center. We had a strategy to working and living our best life. We worked our butts off during the week and then partied like rock stars on the weekend! We were definitely living it up and then coming back to life the next day with Texas’s finest WHATABURGER! Lol
Ms. Kalane Fultz
Bridesmaid
Kalane, “little bird” is my soul sister! When Kalane is not killing it on the matt in jiu jitsu, she is making homemade pies from scratch and thanksgiving dinners every night. She is the gal you want in your corner. I mean the girl can cook up some mean food and she can kick your butt all at the same time! She is always ready to be there for you and is always down for some Target and Marshalls runs. From endless Homegoods trips to endless hugs she is my girl. I know I can count on her for some good ole girls time and some very good laughs. Also Fun Fact! Little bird makes the BEST margaritas and can whip up and make mix drinks with whatever you got! She’s a magician like that.
The Corls
The Matchmakers - AKA CUPID
FUN FACT: Stephanie and Tom met @ The Corl Wedding in San Antonio, Texas. Stephanie and Tom were both in the wedding party. "You should meet Tom! …. You would really like him." - Crystal The Corls have a natural sharp instinct; Tom and Steph are not the first couple they have brought together. The Corls clearly have extensive archery skills in shooting love ;)
John
Best Man
Despite the years of savagely beating his younger brothers, John eventually tired of such activities and took to being a driven and caring older brother who set an example that all of his younger siblings have often followed.
Mike
Groomsman
Perhaps the most patient and giving sibling, Mike helped me through grade school, high school, and most assuredly helped me to understand what was happening in chemistry in college. Since that time he has taught me plumbing, painting, tiling, (how not do do) electrical work, and engrained in me the importance of constant improvement. I am fortunate to have such a brother.
Adrian
Groomsman
From the moment I met Stephanie’s brother I knew that she was coming from a special family. Adrian has taken me in like a brother and has been unreservedly supportive. Like any good big brother would do, one of the first times I came to visit he took me out to his ranch to go hunting. I was fairly certain he was just taking me somewhere quiet where he could hide my body but fortunately I made it through the hunt and he let me stay with his baby sister!
Adam
Groomsman
Adam and I first met during plebe summer in 2007. Since that time we were roommates throughout college, traveled together to Ecuador, Spain, Germany, Italy, Portugal, and many other places. His selfless dedication to others is a trait that is rarely found and I am lucky to have him as a friend.
Duc
Groomsman
Duc and I first met during plebe summer in 2007. Together we have traveled together to Germany, Ecuador, Peru, Italy, Japan, China, Indonesia, India, and many other places. Duc has a unique ability to find friends wherever he goes and despite the fact that we have not lived in the same place since 2014 we have remained close.
Evan
Groomsman
Evan and I first met in high school. Through band, wrestling, and various extra-curricular activities we become inseparable. Despite the bashing my head against a metal box and years of separation we have remained close throughout the years.
Lee
Groomsman
Despite going to the same college, we did not actually meet each other until I moved to San Diego in 2014. Since that time we have been roommates, explored San Diego, and done countless projects together and I am incredibly lucky to have him as a friend.