Emma & Dakoda
Wedding Party
Emma Willis
Bride
Emma is the most special person I have ever been around. Her desire to love and help others is unmatched and only comes second to her love for the lord. She has a way of breaking people out of their shells and making them feel wanted and welcomed. But when she loves something there is nothing more pure.
Dakoda Westbrook
Groom
Dakoda is every bit and more of the man I've prayed my husband would be for many years. In all those prayers, I never imagined I would be blessed with someone like him. Dakoda is so loving, caring, and patient. He constantly puts others and their needs before his own and goes out of his way to go above and beyond to provide for them. He loves unconditionally and works harder than anyone I've ever known. He loves the Lord and serves him with his whole heart. No matter what life throws our way, he reminds me of how great our God is and how his plan exceeds our understanding. I'm so grateful for the love, friendship, guidance, and joy that our time together has brought. I truly can't think of a better way to spend the rest of my life than serving the kingdom of God with you by my side.
Anna Willis
Mother of the Bride
My mom and I don’t always see eye to eye, probably because we’re so similar our stubbornness either clashes or combines. But regardless of that, she is always by my side to tell me I'm crazy or help me work out my problems. She is so loving and kind, and she always thinks about others and how what she does effects them. My mom really is one of my best friends, and I am so so thankful for her.
Jeremy Willis
Father of the Bride
My dad has definitely given me his wild side, and together we have done many crazy things, like free falling 100 feet into a giant net and making our own ski trails on the slopes. At the end of the day and all the craziness has settled down, I know that I can count on him for anything, and will make a way as he has done so many times. I’ve learned so much from my dad and I am so grateful for him and that he’s not just my dad, but my friend.
Amanda Westbrook
Mother of the Groom
My mom is unlike any other. She truly has a servants heart and always wants to give to others no matter what. Growing up my mom was strict and stern and quick to correct. However, she was the most loving and compassionate person I’ve ever been around. Anytime I did something good whether it was baseball or grades or even the smallest things like cooking breakfast she was right there with the biggest proud smile on her face. She sacrificed and worked hard for each and every one of us to be who and where we are today and I will forever be grateful.
Jason Westbrook
Father of the Groom
Man where do I start with my dad. For those that I have never told I wasn’t born a Westbrook my birth name was Dakoda Edgar. However, there has never been a time since he came into mine and Brady’s life that he hasn’t been dad. He worked insane hours and sacrificed sleep and rest and everything to give us the life that we have. He never stops working even if he’s at home he’s on his tractor or lawnmower or he’s at the deer lease you won’t find someone that can outwork him. From day one he took us in as his own and loved us and I will forever be grateful for that. I am honored to have his name, I am honored to pass that name on to Emma and to our kids, I am honored to be able to watch our future kids grow up and wear Westbrook on their jerseys. Nobody is more deserving of that than him. It takes a special kind of man to do what he has done for me.
Shaelee Riggins
Maid of Honor
Shae quickly became my best friend when I moved to college. We became so close so fast and have made so many memories, I am so grateful for the love and friendship between us and can't wait for more laughs and memories.
Hunter Hoffman
Best Man
Those who know me know that I keep few people very close to me. I very rarely let new people into my circle. Well Hunter is the exception. Over the last year Hunter has become my right hand man. So much so that the decision to have one best man was impossible to choose so I have two best men.
Jaci Cleveland
Maid of Honor
Jaci and I taught at the daycare together and bonded over the mutual stress of college classes and the love for our sweet babies. We had to learn how to adult and live in the big kid world together. We've had so many memories and laughs as well as tears over sad movies. Jaci has shown me true friendships and kept me sane through this whole wedding process. I'm so thankful for her, and all these moments and can't wait for many more.
Landon O'Neal
Best Man
Landon is my day one ride or die. He has transcended friendship status and become my brother. There is nobody that I would rather have by my side.
Gabbi Folmar
Bridesmaid
Gabbi has been my rock through middle and high school and now is one of my closest friends. I could not have made it through without her endless love and guidance.
Abraham Prado
Groomsman
Abe is someone that I know I can count on. He is the first person I call for anything music related not only because he is talented but because I know he will come through. He is the clown of the group and nobody is safe from a roast session when Abe is around.
Aubree Bickford
Bridesmaid
Besties from the womb, Aubree and I have grown up together laughing, planning, and being the favorite cousins in the family. We've had our ups and downs, made tons of videos, spy books, plays, and of course many choreographed performances. Through it all, we always manage to end up laughing until we can't breathe.
Jordan Edwards
Groomsman
Very few people are as passionate for the Lord as Jordan. He’s the guy that you can joke with for hours or debate with for hours on anything. He is always able to bring a perspective that you’ve never thought about before and keep you on your toes. He’s also my basketball bail out my air balls become his alley oops.
Sarah Hughes
Bridesmaid
I haven’t known Sarah for a long time, but she quickly became a very close friend of mine. We’ve made so many fun memories over the last semester, and I am so grateful for her light, kindness, and the way she is so encouraging. She is the absolute sweetest, and I can’t wait for many more adventures to come.
Seth Gideon
Groomsman
Seth is the easiest person to roast out of my whole friend group. He’s from Oklahoma which is enough in itself but on any given weekend you can find him changing what college team he’s a fan of. But Seth has a fire for the word and living the Christian life to its fullest. Wherever Seth is serving you know he’s covering it in prayer and dedication.
Jenna Willis
Bridesmaid
Although we fight crazy, we still have our good moments of sisterly love (not touching of course). We may not always get along but the times we do are unlike any other- full of laughs, planning, talking about cute boys, or making fun of Colton. Nothing beats these sweet moments of sisterly love.
Colton Willis
Groomsman
Colton is Emma’s brother. He has a love for anything outdoors. If he’s not at work he’s more than likely in the woods or on a lake.
Caralina Westbrook
Bridesmaid
Caralina and I quickly bonded over our mutual love for fashion, target, and of course our top-notch athleticism. Every time we hang out, there are sure to be lots of laughs, planning, and definitely shopping. I am so thankful for our relationship and can't wait to upgrade it to sister!
Brady Westbrook
Groomsman
Brady is my little brother. He’s a dork but I love him for it. He has a servants heart and I fully believe he will do big things in this world.
Pecos Ford
Flower Girl
Brittney and Heath have been very close family friends for quite a while now. We were just kids when they came into our lives, and over the years we've seen lots of changes. When Brittney was in nursing school, and I was in middle school, she would leave Pecos at our house to watch her while Brittney went to class and clinicals. I spent almost every day playing with her, feeding her, and rocking her to sleep. Now she's grown up into a smart, loving girl, and I am so grateful and proud to have been able to watch her grow up. Pecos never fails to bring a smile to everyone's faces with her words and actions. She is such a joy to be around, and always brings lots of laughs wherever she goes. Pecos has a big personality, but an even bigger heart, and I am so excited to see who she becomes.
Gracesyn Ford
Flower Girl
Sweet Gracesyn has always had a heart for others. I have never met a kid more kind and interested in serving others than her. Grace is always looking out for those around her and will go out of her way to make sure everyone's needs are met. She may only be six, but she is full of love and wisdom, always ready to tell anyone she meets about Jesus. Gracesyn is growing up to be such a beautiful, kind girl, and I can't wait to continue to watch her grow and do great things.
Owen Holcomb
Ring Bearer
Owen is the nephew of the groom. He’s our little crazy monster that always makes for a laugh. You never know what your going to get next out of him so be prepared come wedding day!
Liam Folmar
Ring Bearer
Liam is Will and Gabbi's and we started out as besties. I used to watch Liam during church, we would play, I would rock him to sleep and we would hang out in the back. When I taught at the daycare, I would sneak a few minutes with Liam and we would hang out for a few minutes before I had to take him back to class. The older he gets, the less he sees me so he forgets were besties, but deep down, he knows that I'm definitely his favorite.
Caleb Alfred
Usher
Cal is my roommate. He’s the car guy of the group. He spends his days working and his nights in a mechanic shop.
Triston Schanfish
Usher
Triston is another college friend who has gone above and beyond! He’s my gaming buddy who’s always down for another round. The quiet and reserved friend that you know always has your back without him ever having to say a word.
Will Folmar
Officiant
Will spoke into me, mentored me, and showed me what it meant to practically live as a Christ-follower and show His love to others through my everyday life. Throughout middle school and high school, he was there for me through all the things that come with being that age and helped me navigate those times. He showed me what it meant to be a leader and gave me the tools to be confident in myself and in my faith. As I graduated and became an adult, he walked alongside me in that season too, and both he and Gabbi became some of my closest friends. Without his love and guidance and the example he set, I would not be the strong Christian leader that I am today. There is no one else that I would want to officiate our wedding, than the one who showed me how to pursue Christ fully.