Katherine & Wade
Wedding Party
Michele LaRue Freese
Maid of Honor
Michele was one of Katie's Nicholls State roommates. She lives in New Orleans with her husband Brian Freese and daughter Drew Freese. Michele is great with numbers and will always remember the wedding date. Michele wanted to be a flower girl but Rhylee set her straight.
Taylor Rook Robertson
Bridesmaid
Taylor is the one who gave Katie the title of "Nannie". Katie's goddaughter "bug" lives in Gonzales and is married to Garrett Robertson. She is also her cousin on the Nicholas side of her family. She is a busy Occupational Therapist. Taylor has always been protective over her nannie and she gave her approval. ♡♡♡♡ She is a good judge of someone's character.
Theresa Nicholas O'Kelly
Bridesmaid
Theresa is Katie's little sister "Resa". She lives in Memphis Tennessee with her husband Mike O'Kelly and son Nolan Henry. Both Theresa and Mike work for St. Jude. Theresa has always loved Elvis and that was a sign she would live close to Memphis. She makes sure Nolan knows who the King is of Rock and Roll is and who is the boss at home. Ask Nolan and he will tell you Mommy....well most of the time. Other times he will respond "ME" and Roar.
Julie Roddy Dudek
Bridesmaid
Julie is married to Katie's 1st cousin Eugene "T-Mac" Dudek. They live in Houma and have a son Eugene McCarthy, III AKA Ivy. Julie is a school teacher in Houma. She knew when she met Wade, he was the one for Katie!!!! Katie thought the same when she heard her cousin talk about Julie for the first time. After meeting Julie, Katie adored her and they have a great connection. She is also great to have a drink with even if its shots of Vodka from a collection of medicine cups out of her cabinet in her kitchen. When there is a will, Julie always finds a way.
Allison Laiche Mumphrey
Bridesmaid
Allison is Wade's oldest sister. She is married to Tommy Mumphrey and is the mother to Brian Mumphrey. She is the proud grandmother of two of the flower girls Kaedyn and Rhylee. Allison is the matriarch to the Laiche family and is always there for her siblings and family. Well until you play cards with her, she is not at all competitive......
Raemi Laiche Fortenberry
Bridesmaid
Raemi is Wade's youngest sister. She is recently a newly wed and is married to Mike Fortenberry. Raemi is passionate and is not afraid to stand her ground especially when it comes to the ones she loves and cares about. Raemi always gives a helping hand except when playing a game and cards. She will set you straight if you get out of line. She is just a little competitive. That's a strong Laiche trait.
Brian Mumphrey
Man of Honor
Brian is Wade's Nephew and lives in Gonzales. He is married to Megan Mumphrey and has two beautiful daughters Kaedyn and Rhylee. He is a master at cooking jambalaya and boiling crawfish. He is always there when we need him or just want to hangout.
Seth Mayers
Groomsman
Seth is Wade's cousin and lives in Gonzales. Seth and Wade have been close all their lives. Seth is the father of Brady Mayers.
Brayden Newchurch
Groomsman
Brayden is Wade's other godchild He is the son of Wade's sister Melanie and lives in Gonzales. He is dating the Mrs. Jamabalya Queen Tara Babin.
James Ramirez
Groomsman
James is one of Katie's best friends. ''What you say'', the Latin lover lives in Laplace and has two beautiful daughters Kai and Kali. He is dating a wonderful lady Dawn. Try to drink him under the table is impossible. Trust me, Katie has tried.
Ron Harris
Groomsman
Ron has been a best friend to Katie for 20 plus years. He lives in Gonzales and has a YouTube channel called Swampland. He loves the outdoors and is the grown up boy scout. He has always been a true friend . Ron is a graphic designer and drew the wedding knot Wade's mom always doodled. Ladies, he is single. lol
Mike Fortenberry
Groomsman
Mike is the husband of Wade's sister Raemi and is from Metairie and lives in Gonzales. Mike is a huge Cubs fan and if you want to talk baseball he will keep up the conversation.
Chandler Newchurch
Unity Cross
Chandler is son of Wade's older sister Melanie. Putting this country man in a suit was not a choice so he will assist with Katie and Wade with the unity cross. He is dating a wonderful girl Eden Schexnayder.
Matthew Laiche
Usher
Matthew is the son of Wade's older sister Stephanie and lives in Gonzales. He is the one who gave Wade's the name "Parrain". Wade was a big part of Matthew's life growing up. He was the son Wade never had. Matthew is also Katie's beer buddy. Matthew is dating the beautiful smart Tori Cavalier.
Bruce Clouatre, Sr.
Escort the Bride
Mr. Bruce and Mrs. Shirley was the first couple Katie's parent met when they moved to Gonzales. They have been supportive through out the lives of the Nicholas' girls. They have 3 children Heather, Paige and Bruce Jr. and 7 grandchildren. Mrs. Shirley is also cousins to the Laiche family. Mr. Bruce has never met a stranger. He enjoys cooking, sipping on a glass of crown with a good cigar.
Madeline Newchurch
Reader
Maddie is the daughter of Wade's sister Melanie and lives in Gonzales. She is the only niece out of five boys. She is a nursing student at South Eastern and is dating the guy with the best beard in town Andrew Button. She has always melted Wade's heart. She is the daughter Wade never had and always wanted.
Jennifer Rodrigue
Greeter
Jennifer is Katie's cousin on the Nicholas' side. She lives in Paulina and is the wonderful mother of Austin and Natalee. She has the best sense of humor and is always ready with a funny come back.
Melanie Newchurch
Greeter
Melanie is one of Wade's older sisters. She lives in Gonzales and is married to Jeff Newchurch. She is the fabulous mother to Chandler, Brayden and Maddie. Wade and Katie are glad the wedding is not during the best time for the beach because Melanie might not have made the big day. She has a gorgeous tan and loves to dance and have a great time.
Mary Walker
Officiant
Mary is the cousin of Katie's on the Nicholas' side of their family. She is also the godmother of Jennifer Rodrigue. She is married to Kerry Walker and has three daughters Shelly, Kimberly and Kara. They are proud grandparents of seven grandchildren. Mary is not only married to the constable of St. James parish but is the Jutice of the Peace. She is the 3rd generation JP in our famly. She is active with raising money for The Cancer Society through "Bless You Baby".
Kaedyn Mumphrey
Flower Girl
Kaedyn is the great neice of Wade's. She lives in Gonzales with her parents Brian and Megan and sister Rhylee. She is a talented dancer and full of personality. She is in 5th grade. Ask her about her flirting face.....she will entertain you.
Rhylee Mumphrey
Flower Girl
Rhylee is the great neice of Wade. She lives in Gonzales with her parents Brian and Megan and sister Kaedyn. She is excited about going to 1st grade and loves dancing. She is the one you have to pass to get to her Uncle Wade.
Nolan O'Kelly
Ring Bearer
Nolan is Katie's nephew and the son of Theresa and Mike O'Kelly. He is a true tiger fan of Memphis and LSU, wait till you hear him roar. Nolan loves to play with his cars, dinosaurs and anything to do with a ball. He likes to cook with his dad and sing with his mom.
Megan Mumphrey
reader
Megan is the wife of Brian Mumphrey and the mother of Kaedyn and Rhylee. They live in Gonzales and stay active with dancing and bowling. She has a heart of gold. Megan is a huge fan of Disney World and became a travel agent for Disney vacations. She is planning the family Disney trip for 2020. Megan is awesome at capturing the photo's of special moments.
Bruce Clouatre, Jr.
Usher
Bruce is the brother Katie never had. Bruce grew up with the Nicholas' girls and was their mothers adopted son. He lives in Geismar with his dancing talented wife Lea and their two cute sons Logan and Brody. Bruce has also hand made the Sand Box and Unity Cross for the ceremony. His wonderful wife will be escorting the bridal party the day of the wedding.
Brandy Plaisance
Singing "My Mircle" by Brad Paisley
Brandy is one of Katie's friends from Nicholls State. Brandy lives is Houma with her husband Abel and 3 gorgeous daughter's Faith, Hope and Grace. One of Brandy's gift from God is her beautiful voice. Brandy has a personality all her own and makes her joy to be around and she will always give you a good laugh.