Maggie is Abi's cousin and one of her best friends. Abi and Maggie are only fourteen months apart and loved getting to grow up together. From putting on performances at every family function to getting to experience engagement together, Abi and Maggie have always been close.
Andrew Rolader - Best Man
Andrew is Ryan’s brother and one of his closest friends. They grew up doing everything together—whether it was playing video games or competing in every sport they could get their hands on. They have always been there for one another and always will be for the rest of their lives.
Caroline Sims - Maid of Honor
Abi and Caroline have been best friends since middle school. They rode the bus together and spent many summer days at the pool. Their friendship has always been strong regardless of how much time passed since they saw each other last, and it has been such a blessing in their adult lives.
Wil Hartter - Groomsman
Wil is Abi's older brother and they have always been close. As Abi and Ryan's relationship has grown, Ryan has enjoyed getting to know Wil better, especially during trips to visit him and his wife in Maryland. Wil and Ryan enjoy talking sports and competing in game nights.
Peyton Rolader - Bridesmaid
Peyton is Ryan's older sister. Abi has gotten to know Peyton throughout the years and has so much fun decorating cookies with her and staying up late to chat on trips. She took all of Ryan and Abi's photos for high school dances, and Ryan and Abi always enjoy hanging out with her.
Nick Butts - Groomsman
Nick and Ryan met in elementary school and have been like brothers ever since. From starring in school plays like The Nutcracker, playing basketball, or to being college roommates and making midnight QT runs, they’ve always had each other’s backs through thick and thin.
Elise Rolader - Bridesmaid
Elise and Abi met in middle school and have been great friends since high school. From grabbing Mexican food to making silly videos together, they have always had so much fun. Elise is married to Ryan's brother, Andrew, and Abi and Elise are so excited to get to do life together.
Matthew Wages - Groomsman
Matthew and Ryan met in high school marching band through mutual friends. Over the years, they've become some of each other's closest friends. Whether it's playing video games or grabbing lunch together every week, they always make time to hang out and keep their friendship strong.
Lauren Hartter - Bridesmaid
Lauren has been with Abi's brother Wil since they were in high school, so Abi has known Lauren since she was eleven. Lauren took Abi out on coffee dates when she was in middle school and has always been so fun to hang out with. Ryan and Abi enjoy going to visit Wil and Lauren in Maryland.
Davis Ward - Groomsman
Davis and Ryan originally met early in elementary school as their basketball teams would play each other. They didn't become close friends until high school when they were both in the trumpet section in the marching band. They share tons of common interests like playing sports together and video games.
Annie Howard - Bridesmaid
Annie is Abi's older cousin and such a sweet friend. Annie always did Abi's hair and makeup when they were little, which Abi of course loved. They have always enjoyed spending time together at different family functions and loved getting to grow up together.
Garrett Plumlee - Groomsman
Garrett and Ryan met when Ryan’s family moved in next door in first grade, and they quickly went from neighbors to close friends. Growing up, they spent nearly all their free time outdoors, riding bikes, skateboards, and exploring. They became college roommates and have always had each other’s backs, no matter what.
Lauren Durling - Bridesmaid
Abi and Lauren have been close friends since middle school. They have been through so many stages of life together and always manage to have fun, no matter what they are doing. From middle school photoshoots to late night sonic runs, Lauren and Abi share so many fun memories.
Jamie Robertson - Groomsman
Jamie and Ryan met early in elementary school. Though Jamie was Andrew’s best friend, he always made Ryan feel like one of his closest friends too. Over the years, their bond has only grown stronger. Whether it was playing basketball or shooting pool in the basement, Jamie has always been one of Ryan’s most genuine friends.
Alexa Maddox - Bridesmaid
Alexa, Olivia, and Abi all met on a roommate search Facebook page. The first time they met for lunch they ended up hanging out for multiple hours and Alexa got a parking ticket. Alexa was always a source of laughter and comfort for Abi, and living with her and Olivia was one of the highlights of her college experience.
Ryan Watkins - Groomsman
Ryan and Ryan met in elementary school and became great friends in middle and high school. Their friendship grew as they were in marching band together. During those high school years, they were practically inseparable—from band, to football, to pool basketball trick shots, they never failed to make great jokes and great memories.
Olivia Oseroff - Bridesmaid
Olivia and Abi met for coffee their freshman year of college and immediately clicked. Olivia was Abi's first college friend, and they loved living together with Alexa. From late night deep talks to Chick-fil-A runs, Abi is very thankful for Olivia's friendship.
Parker Jones - Groomsman
Parker and Ryan met in middle school and became close friends in high school. They quickly bonded over their love for college football and basketball. Whether it’s watching or talking sports, playing ultimate frisbee, or hitting the disc golf course, their friendship has only continued to grow stronger over the years.
Caroline Hartter - Flower Girl
Caroline is Wil and Lauren Hartter's daughter and Abi and Ryan's niece. She will be almost four months old at the wedding. Right now she loves bath time and going on long walks!
Brooks Rolader - Ring Bearer
Brooks is Andrew and Elise Rolader's son and Abi and Ryan's nephew. He will be thirteen months old at the wedding. He currently loves eating food, looking out the window, and reading books!