Wedding Party
Ashley Tuttle
Bride
At first, Ashley was never really sure that this day would come, and she is so happy that it did. Justin was always wanting to spend quality time with her; whether it was doing a video call every night at the early stages of their relationship. Or being competitive with each other when it came to dominoes or card games. Justin is caring, considerate, and supportive. When Justin steps in without asking and wants to help Ashley with her crazy school projects for her kiddos, or fixing her car Ida, or just making her laugh it makes everything so much better. When Justin tells Ashley he loves her every day; she knew that this was the person she wanted to be with. Ashley is excited to see what the future holds for her and Justin.
Justin Bond
Groom
Justin has waited along time to find his person. In the spring of 2023 he finally found his person in Ashley. He now feels a like a completely new man with so many less worries in life and a much more relaxed view on life. The highlight of Justin's day is coming home from work to see his beautiful bride to be where Ashley and Justin always hug when seeing each other after a long day at work. Telling each other how much they love and missed each other. Justin is looking forward to spending the rest of his life loving Ashley.
Kayla Tuttle
Maid of Honor
Kayla is Ashley's older sister. Two peas in a pod, Kayla has been Ashley's go to her whole life. At first, they did not get along as most siblings don't in the early stages of their lives. Once Kayla left for college; their relationship started to bloom. Ashley followed in Kayla's footsteps by also going to Alma College, and then the shenanigans began. Since then, the two have been inseparable. From their random quirks, to their love of books and movies, Kayla giving Ashley advice; Ashley knew that she wanted her big sister to be by her side for the big day.
Joseph Edwards
Best Man
Joe is one of Justin's best and oldest friends knowing each other since children. Joe has a big heart and is always willing give a helping hand with a car project or just giving some good advice. Justin looks to Joe like the older brother he never had.
Vicky Chase
Bridesmaid
Ashley met Vicky during the summer of 2021 through their mutual friend Nicole. What started as a simple hangout with friends during Folk Fest became the start of Ashley and Vicky's friendship. Since then, Vicky has been a go to in Ashley's life. From rants about students and school life, to being able to work together at The Mustard Seed, to book marathons, random trips, and 9 hour puzzle sessions; Ashley always has the best times with Vicky. With her bright bubbly personality and constant support; she was a perfect fit to have as one of Ashley's bridesmaids.
Doug Bond
Groomsman
Doug is more then just a father to Justin, he is like a best friend. There is nothing too big or too small that he would help Justin with. From being a mentor to Justin, teaching him the ways of being a successful automotive service technician, or saving Justin when his car broke down one night. Justin is proud to call Doug his Dad and a best friend.
Allison O'Brien
Bridesmaid
Ashley met Allison during the summer of 2020 as they both got hired at Emerald Elementary together as the new 5th grade teachers. While Ashley probably scared Allison as it was her 1st year teaching and just meeting her, that didn't stop their relationship. While being co-teachers for 2 years Allison and Ashley had breakfast dates every morning and made their students jealous; sharing rants on each other's classroom floors, and Allison giving Ashley great relationship advice. Even though they don't get to see each other as much anymore; whenever they do talk it never skips a beat. Allison with her words of wisdom and positivity made her a great choice to have as a bridesmaid.
Jason Bond
Groomsman
Jason is the younger and only sibling to Justin. In there younger years Justin and Jason would enjoy playing with each other inside and outside of the house. Though they may have had their share of arguments and disagreements over the years. In the end they still know how much brotherly love they have for each other.
Erin Stone
Bridesmaid
Ashley met Erin in the fall of 2013 at Alma when Ashley joined Phi Sigma Sigma. Ashley and Erin are in the same sorority family line the tulips and Erin is Ashley's "grandma" Through Phi Sig, Ashley and Erin have had many adventures including having Tulip bar nights at Bravehearts and the PK, adding more family members to best awkward fam jam and enjoying seeing each other through yearly visits and hangouts. Since Alma, Ashley and Erin have continued to grow their family bonds as grandma and grandkid and have continued to meet up at Alma's homecoming. Ashley loves to be able to have part of her college life join her bridal party and be reunited with "family" once more.
Aidan Eckert
Groomsman
Aidan is one of Justin's many cousins. Aidan is always ready to join in on an adventure and help in anyway. Including many trips to the dunes and getting everything ready the day before and having lots of fun.
Allie Peterson
Flower Girl
Allie is one of the flower girls that will be for the wedding. Picked by Ashley, Allie is the daughter of Ashley's friend Sheree. Sheree and Ashley met at Emerald where Sheree was Ashley's aide for 2 years. Allie of course was able to come visit Ashley every morning and spend time with her. Allie and Ashley formed a special bond as that is her "buddy" Even though Ashley can't see her buddy as much; she is delighted to have Allie be apart of her special day.
Violet Brooks
Flower Girl
Violet is always happy to see Justin anytime Justin joins Violet and her parents for dinner. When she was younger, she would be very shy at first, but after a few minutes into dinner she would always want to change her seat at the table and sit next to Justin. After dinner, she would want Justin to come home and hangout.
Jayce Edwards
Ring Bearer
Every time Justin visits the Edwards household Jayce is always excited to see Uncle Justin. First he would ask Justin to rev the engine of the car or truck Justin drove. Jayce is always excited to ride in Joe's boat with Justin or just sit at the dining room table to color and draw pictures.