Susanna & Clayton
Wedding Party
Ashley Wafford
Matron of Honor
Ashley is Susanna’s sister and lifelong friend. A few of Susanna’s favorite memories with Ashley include summer days exploring in the woods, traveling through the Southern states, and many weekend trips to Dallas. They both share a love for all things vintage and thrifting. Through so many exciting moments in life, Ashley has been there and always been supportive. She is married to Caleb and mom to Audrey and Cason. They live in Josephine, TX.
Annatraia Hay
Bridesmaid
Annatraia (Anna) started out as a co-worker of Susanna’s but quickly became “work bestie”! Through their times together at the N Market Capital One Branch, they have shared tears, frustration, and even more laughs. Anna has been a mainstay in Susanna’s life and was the first to know about Clayton. Anna is momma to Jordyn and Kori and lives in Minden, LA.
Stesha Barkley
Bridesmaid
Stesha and Susanna met while Susanna was living in Bogalusa, LA. She spent the summer as a music intern while attending Indiana Bible College. Susanna and Stesha quickly formed a close attachment and realized that they were alike in many ways! Through some of the most challenging moments, Stesha was there and supportive, never allowing her friendship to waver. Stesha is extremely talented and will be sharing her amazing gift during the ceremony. Stesha lives in San Antonio, Texas.
Anna Yates
Bridesmaid
Anna is Clayton's sister. When Susanna first met her over a shared dinner at Pizza Rev in Shreveport, she knew they would be great friends! They both have a mutual love for the greatest city in the USA, Boston! Anna has a passion for serving her community and does so through her career as an OBGYN resident. Anna currently lives in Los Angeles, CA.
Audrey Wafford
Flower Girl
Audrey is Susanna's spunky and sassy niece! Susie refers to her as Audrey Shark because she sings the best version of "Baby Shark" around. She loves animals, singing songs, and swimming in her swimming pool. Audrey will be prancing down the aisle with her new friends Jordyn and Koko.
Jordyn Dillard
Flower Girl
Jordyn has the best little diva personality in the world! She loves to make people laugh with her dance moves, singing, and cheerful smile. She enjoys nurturing those around her and has a particular love for babies. Jordyn is Annatraia's oldest daughter and Kori's big sister.
Kori "Koko" Dillard
Flower Girl
Koko, a little girl that has the most beautiful smile, is so full of life and love! She may seem shy at first, but once she becomes your friend, she is sure to snuggle up with you! She has a love for all things adventure, dinosaurs, and ocean life. One of her favorite past times is watching animal documentaries with her mom. Koko is Annatraia's youngest daughter and Jordyn's oldest sister.
Donald Ray "DJ" Wells Jr
Bride Escort
DJ is Susanna's best friend. Susanna met DJ 7 years ago while she was living in Bogalusa, LA. Their friendship blossomed quickly and soon they were always together. They have spent many nights laughing uncontrollably, eating all of of the Raising Canes and Jalapeno Tree, and dominating the karaoke stage. Some of the best memories were spent in prayer and worship together in the small Legacy Student Ministries chapel at First Church. Since DJ has walked with Susanna through so many amazing moments in life, he will be escorting her on the walk of her life.
Caleb Wafford
Usher
Caleb is Susanna's brother in law. He has a love for the Texas Longhorns, Mexican food, and the State Fair of Texas. He has a great talent for making people laugh, serves as a leader of the college and career ministry at his church, and is an amazing dad. He is married to Ashley Wafford and together they are parents to Audrey and Cason.
Kelly Simpson
Honorary father
Kelly is Susanna’s uncle and her father’s younger brother. Kelly and Mitchell were extremely close growing up and through their adult life. You could always rest assured that they would spend hours talking on the phone, fishing during free time, and sharing stories from their childhood. Since Mitchell’s passing in 2013, Kelly has stepped in and been a father figure in Susanna’s life. In memory of her father, Kelly will be giving Susanna away at the wedding.
Logan Smith
Best Man
Logan and Clayton have been friends for several years. They met through church and have travelled throughout the country with the church youth choir. Logan lives in Shreveport, LA.
Quanerick “Q” Milton
Groomsman
Q and Clayton worked at Lifeway together in Shreveport. He has always been a person that Clayton can easily talk to about anything, mostly sports. Q currently lives in Haughton, LA and works for the United States Postal Service.
Caleb Francis
Groomsman
Caleb and Clayton worked together at Lifeway. Caleb’s personality is one that you will never forget. He has the ability to make everyone feel like a friend the moment that you meet him. Caleb lives in Bossier City, LA and is an EMT. Caleb is also engaged to Kylie and will be married in 2021.
Britani Harper
Groomswoman
Britani is Clayton’s very best friend! She was the Co-Manager at Lifeway Christian Bookstore where Clayton worked and could often be found firing him and throwing shoes at him. Her friendship has proved to be the most loyal in Clayton’s life and he is honored to have her stand by his side. Britani is married to Steve and together they live in Shreveport, LA.