Wedding Party
Madison Vanlandingham
Matron of Honor
Madison and I met in our 6th-grade science class and became best friends shortly after. Throughout our ten-year friendship, she has been my rock, my shoulder to cry on, and the person that I knew I could come to with absolutely anything. I have never known a stronger, more resilient soul. We have both grown so much since we've known each other, and I am so grateful that she will be by my side on this important day in my life.
Taylor Barger
Maid of Honor
Taylor is my older sister, and I've always looked up to her (both figuratively and literally; she's 6 ft tall). She taught me that I should always be authentically myself no matter who is watching, and that I should surround myself with people who see my worth. Aside from Ryan, she is the person that makes me laugh the hardest and we have too many inside jokes to count. She has been by my side throughout my whole life and I am so grateful she will continue to hold that position on my special day.
Chloe Barger
Bridesmaid
Chloe is my younger sister and my mini me. Sometimes I think we’re too alike for our own good. We’re so close and love to hang out together because we have a lot of the same interests. I’m so excited for her to have such a big part in my big day!
Carley Barger
Bridesmaid
Carley is the youngest of the Barger sisters (only by about two minutes). She knows how to make everyone laugh and have a good time. I am excited to have her as one of my girls during my big day!
Jalyn Jackson
Bridesmaid
Jalyn is Ryan’s cousin. She’s always been so sweet to me and she’s someone that can make anyone feel comfortable! I am so happy to have her stand by my side on my special day!
Owen Durbin
Best Man
I don’t even know where to start with this guy. He is someone who I met through my work. He and I have bumped heads at work SOO many times. I can’t think of any specific time where we weren’t fighting. But even though we fight so much, we always forget about it 10-20 minutes after it happens. No matter how big or small the fight was, we are always laughing about it afterward (and we have had some serious fights). He has always looked out for me when I have seizures at work and he makes sure that I’m okay even if he has to tell our boss to shut up during it. I have to have Owen as one of my best men because he is my best friend and my brother from another mother.
Cory Barth
Best Man
I’ve known Cory for 26 years. He is someone who genuinely loves me and is a great person (don’t tell him I said that part). He has always looked out for me and is a great big brother. And we had a lot of fun growing up, whether it was playing sports in our backyard or making fun of each other. He is a perfect choice for one of my best men.
Kason Jackson
Groomsman
Kason is a person that does his best to make sure everyone is included and has a fun time. He is hilarious and tries to make everyone laugh. He can do a lot of things. But the one thing he will never accomplish, is dunk a basketball on a normal rim.
Rick Hartzel
Groomsman
I haven’t known Rick for my whole life, but I have grown close with him very quickly. He is very funny and quick witted. We have a lot of inside jokes with each other. Even though he is almost as old as my grandpa, Kristi made an amazing choice with a husband because he is genuinely an amazing man and uncle. Plus, he LOVES pea pods.
Garyn Jackson
Groomsman
I have been close to Garyn for the majority of my life. He is one of the nicest people in the world (and most annoying). And don’t ever ask him to drive a scooter, because he may end up driving it down some stairs. And if you don’t believe me, ask my grandpa.