Savannah & Daniel
Wedding Party
Daniel LaDuke
Groom
Daniel Robert LaDuke was born and raised in Lake City, Florida. Daniel is the son of Gregory T. LaDuke and Karen Bickel-LaDuke and Grandson of David and Darla Bickel. Daniel graduated Columbia County Adult Education Class of 2014. Daniel loves playing video games, watching movies and football. He also loves spending quality time with his son, Blayze.
Savannah Wheeler
Bride
Savannah Renee’ Wheeler was born and raised in Lake City, Florida. Savannah is the daughter of James D. Wheeler and Robin Elmore-Wheeler. Savannah graduated from Columbia High School class of 2013 and Florida Gateway College Class of 2021. Savannah loves the beach, music and movies of all kinds. Her favorite flower is sunflowers and her favorite food is Pizza.
Carlos Quijada
Officiant
The wedding will be officiated by our dearest friend and cousin Carlos. We entrust he will do a beautiful job!
Blayze LaDuke
Ring Bearer
Blayze is Daniels’s son and Savannah’s soon-to-be son. He is a rambunctious and sweet kid who loves football, video games and spider-man. He is so excited to be a part of his daddy and “Vannah”‘s wedding day.
Ophelia Smith-Lawton
Flower Girl
Best Man Jon Lawton’s sweet daughter blessing us by being a flower girl
Miranda LaDuke
Maid of Honor
Miranda is Daniels’s only sister and will do the honor of being Savannah’s Maid of Honor. She is very supportive and has become a wonderful friend to Savannah.
Jessica Frost
Bridesmaid
Jessica Frost has been friends with Savannah since approximately 2013. Becoming long distance besties after Jessica moved to Dallas, Texas for college. The pair always make an effort to spend time together whenever Jessica comes to visit Florida. They enjoy parked car conversations, lunch dates and looking at Christmas lights. Savannah has also had the honor of standing by Jess as a Bridesmaid at her wedding and the trip was Savannah's first ever time flying in an airplane.
Josie Dicks
Bridesmaid
Josie has been friends with Savannah since approximately 2019 when the two met through their mutual friend and fellow Bridesmaid Jessica. They immediately became friends, playing off each others' goofy energy and enjoy regular lunch dates and mani/pedi’s. Savannah has also had the honor of standing by Josie as a Bridesmaid at her wedding.
Madison Douglas
Bridesmaid
Madison has been friends with Savannah since approximately 2017. They were coworkers together for several years and became friends outside of work. They’ve shared many memories together such as concerts, dinners, parties and Madison even accompanied Savannah to get one of her favorite tattoos, a remembrance piece for Kelsey Johnson. Although Madison moved to Orlando for college, Savannah still stays in touch and makes it a priority to hangout any chance possible.
Teisha Dukes
Bridesmaid
Teisha has been friends with Savannah since approximately 2016. They were coworkers for several years and enjoyed hanging out outside of work. They’ve shared great memories together such as concerts for the Jonas Brothers and Ariana Grande. They've spent lots of time together either going to the Gainesville Mall or chilling by the pool, and so many margaritas. Savannah applauds Teisha for her accomplishments and becoming an RN, inspiring Savannah to pursue a career in health care.
Amelia “Libby” Brownfield
Bridesmaid
Libby has been best friends with Savannah since high school. The two graduated high school together in 2013. They were in several classes together including chorus and claimed each other's company during school events and field trips. Savannah gives kudos to Libby for her awesome cooking skills and remembers many times staying over at Libby's house and Libby cooking delicious dinner. They have been supportive to each other through several stages of life including Libby's wedding and baby shower and now Savannah's wedding, too!
Jonathan Lawton
Best Man
Jonathan has been friends and coworkers with Daniel for many years. He is always there for Daniel when he needs him even if it’s just advice or listening ears. Jon has supported Daniel through the years, as well as Daniel supporting Jon. Daniel stood beside Jon when he got married. And shared his happiness when had a sweet baby girl Ophelia (the wedding’s flower girl). He will graciously be Daniel’s best man on his wedding day.
Mathew LaDuke
Groomsman
Daniel’s “little big brother” and friend will be standing by him on his wedding day. Mathew likes video games and football.
Alexander LaDuke
Groomsman
Daniel’s oldest brother and friend will be standing by him on his wedding day as a Groomsman. Alex loves tacos, comics and video games.
Hector “Ricky” Velasquez
Groomsman
Daniel’s youngest brother and friend will be standing by him on his wedding day. Ricky is currently a Junior in high school and loves to play soccer!
Michael “Mike” Lawton
Groomsman
Mike has been friends with Daniel for several years. They like watching and playing football together and even football video games like “Madden”. Mike’s favorite team is the Chicago Bears.
Anthony Komorowski
Groomsman
Anthony is Daniel’s friend and future brother-in-law. Anthony has been friends with Daniel for several years. He loves football and hanging out with his son Ayden.
Kelsey Johnson
Honored Attendant
Kelsey Johnson is Savannah’s longest best friend & closest to a sister. They met as infants, born only 3 months apart, the two met again in Kindergarten having the same class and instantly clicked. The bond they shared throughout childhood could never be broken. Even when Kelsey moved to Suwannee county, they talked on the phone almost daily and spent summer together. sleepovers, birthday parties, county fairs, amusement parks, and countless other adventures. In adulthood, Kelsey supported Savannah’s love for Daniel. Life is precious and Life is short. In 2017 Kelsey left this Earth and became Savannah’s guardian angel. If she were here today, she would have held Savannah’s hand on her wedding day. She will be honored in the ceremony because she will be with her in Spirit.