Kelly + Tyler
Wedding Party
Kristen Knowles Arceneaux
Matron of Honor
As my older sister, Kelly always paved the way for me. I grew up following in her footsteps through marching band and academics, and as I got older, she supported me as I developed my own interests (and moved across the country!). I still go to her to talk about make-up and politics, and I'm grateful for our friendship.
Ivy Hauser
Maid of Honor
I don't remember how old we were when I met Kelly (the story is something about a brief stint as Brownie Scouts). We were somewhat inseparable during our school years. Despite attempting to branch out and meet new people in college, we kept seeing each other and managed to be best friends, ballroom dancing teammates, bible study buds, roommates, travel companions, and coworkers. Although we live in different parts of the country now, Kelly is still an important part of my life (thanks FaceTime!) and I'm so excited to be with her when she marries Tyler!
Rebecca Cox
Bridesmaid
I met Kelly when she interviewed at Vanderbilt, though we both agree that we don’t have a specific memory of meeting each other. Despite not making meaningful first impression on each other, Kelly has become one of my closest friends over the past 4 years. She has been an incredible lab sister and regularly astounds me with her vast knowledge of clinical science, particularly when I (repeatedly) need her to help me with psychophysiological data. She is insightful and hilarious, and I’m thrilled to be part of her big day.
Sarah Jessup
Bridesmaid
I met Kelly when I interviewed for my current job at Vanderbilt. She’s a graduate student in the lab I work in and (perhaps more importantly) a fellow UNC Tar Heel. From day one, Kelly has been a comforting reminder of home. Over the last two years, we’ve cheered on our Heels, celebrated not one- but two!- engagements, and spent countless hours planning each other's weddings. She's a wonderful friend and will make the most beautiful bride. Kelly has stood by my side through some of life’s craziest moments and I’m so, so honored to stand beside her as she marries Tyler!
Chris Klinefelter
Best Man
We first met at the very beginning of my sophomore year of college. I had just transferred to Millersville and had everything in common with incoming freshman. As I was wandering around campus trying to find the Communication building, I turned around and saw a kid looking just as lost and confused as I was. It turns out we were trying to find the same building. Tyler was the first person I met at this new school. God, yet again, watching out for both of us I think. I can't speak for Tyler, but I was able to walk a little more confidently, a little more sure of myself that day knowing I had a friend. Interestingly, Tyler's friendship still impacts me the same way over a decade later. I am incredibly grateful for him and our friendship, and beyond excited for him and Kelly!
Garrett Ogden
Groomsman
I've known Tyler before his first birthday. We spent a lot of time together in our younger years, whether it was during daycare, school or his family vacations. We would spend our summers riding our bikes miles to each others houses or to the local park to play basketball. I remember having to shovel the snow off the court at times before we could play. I have fond memories of going on trips with his family, including sports games and the Outer Banks. Trips I would not have been able to experience otherwise. Due to both of us relocating, careers, family, it is unfortunately rare that we get to see each other. When we do it is filled with stories and memories from the past. There is no shortage of inside jokes for a lifetime long friendship.
Mason Worthington
Groomsman
I met Tyler when he first moved to Nashville. We both shared a love for late 90s rock, political hysteria, and real life Sim City urban development. We have remained friends while Nashville has grown up around us. Through "Tyler Traditions": cabin trips in East Tennessee, tacky sweater parties, trivia, and late night jam sessions, Tyler has a way of bringing people together. I consider Tyler a lifelong friend and know I can count on him to walk my dog when I travel and I can help him put together furniture out of a box. I am excited for Kelly and Tyler to start their new life together. I could not be happier for them both and know we will be friends wherever the future takes us.
Troy Dixon
Groomsman
Tyler and I met somewhere in the hazy past of the late 00’s. I believe we first connected on our shared love of Martin guitars. As I became more involved in our church community, Tyler and I really cemented our friendship—a friendship which has developed characteristics similar to a brotherly relationship. We attended the same neighborhood group for many years and prayed together numerous times for one another. A common theme of these prayer times were singleness, dating and finding God’s will in the midst of it all. I’m ecstatic to see God’s answer to our prayers in the form of Kelly and in my life, Keana. To me, T has been a wingman, confidant, prayer partner, bandmate and roommate. I count it a high privilege to be a groomsman to him and a part of his and Kelly’s wedding day!