Tega Cay Golf Club

Ceremony Rehearsal &  Rehearsal Dinner (Wedding Party Only)

Windjammer Beach Park

Social Hour

Windjammer Park, Tega Cay, SC

Wedding Day

Wedding

Reception

Our Wedding

Following more than two years of a long distance relationship (LDR), traveling between Huntington, WV and Tega Cay, SC, Mike and Deanna are finally settled in the same zip code. While the LDR provided many challenges, it also provided the opportunity for them to focus on what's really important and to not 'sweat the small stuff.' When a change in jobs provided the opportunity for Mike to relocate to South Carolina, they didn't hesitate - this is what they had been wanting for and planning for for some time. They've settled into life in weather-pleasant Tega Cay, enjoying the local parks, trails, activities and community events. In August of 2014, they brought 3-month old puppy, Wylie, into their home and he has added spunk, capriciousness and even some taxing moments to their household. But, above all, he has completed their family.Mike and Deanna enjoy traveling wherever their hearts desire, which is mostly to new places and especially wherever the Wahoos are playing any sport. They enjoy discovering new barbecue places around the Carolinas as their adventures take them along the famous BBQ Trail.And now they begin a new adventure....

LDR No More!

The Best Day Ever Schedule

End times are approximate.

3:45 pm - Griffith-House Wedding Shuttles from Tega Cay Golf Club4:00 pm to 4:55 pm - Pre-Do - Social Hour5:00 pm - 5:30 pm - The I Do's! - Griffith-House Wedding Ceremony5:30 pm to 6:00 pm - We Did It! - Happy 'Hour'6:00 pm - to 7:00 pm - Traditional Southern Dinner7:00 pm to 9:30 pm - Wahoo! - Celebration Reception9:45 pm - Last Shuttles return guests to Tega Cay Golf Club

Our Story

Additional Accommodations

Looking for a hotel?

Hotel rooms in Fort Mill are extremely limited. However, we are fortunate to be situated between two areas that offer many hotel options - Rock Hill, SC (7 miles south on I-77) and the Carowinds area of Charlotte (4 miles north on I-77). You can search for hotels using the zip code 29708 and you will receive a plethora of options in both locations.

What to do. What to do.

Looking for area attractions or something to eat when you are in the Tega Cay area for our wedding? Check out these great links to nearby attractions, restaurants and shopping.<a href="http://www.tourtegacay.com/">Tega Cay, SC </a>- take the virtual tour and see why we chose to call this Lake Wylie peninsula home. <a href="http://www.baxtertowncenter.com/">Baxter Town Center</a> - directly across Hwy. 160 from the hotel - great restaurants, shops, walking paths, etc. <a href="http://fortmillsc.gov/index.asp?SEC=F13B2B44-D121-4B1B-9C0D-5787B1C02256&amp;Type=GALLERY">Historic Downtown Fort Mill, SC</a> - this quaint town, just a few minutes south of Tega Cay on Hwy 160 is full of history, shops and unique restaurants.<a href="http://www.visitrockhillsc.com/">Rock Hill, SC</a> - located a few miles south of Tega Cay on I-77, this Charlotte bedroom community offers a bevy of attractions, shops and restaurants. Be sure to drive down historic main street for a trip back in time.<a href="http://www.shoprivergate.com/">Rivergate Shopping Plaza</a> - located just north of Tega Cay on Hwy 160, the Steel Creek area of Charlotte offers many shopping and dining options, including this unique and growing shopping and dining plaza.<a href="https://www.carowinds.com/plan-a-visit/about-the-area">Carowinds Area</a> - The Carolinas' only amusement park, boasts the world's largest giga-coaster at 325 feet high. The area surrounding Carowinds offers a variety of dining, sleeping and shopping options. Especially if your souvenir of choice is Fireworks!

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Accommodations

Dave is Mike's best friend from high school and lives in New Hampshire and on his sailboat near Jamestown, RI.

Dave Baxter

Karen is Deanna's younger sister and resides in Marysville, Ohio with  her husband Brian, daughter  Kayla and son Garrett. 

Karen Ogan

Matt is Mike's older son and resides with his wife, Diana Doukas in Washington, D.C. Matt is the communications director for a senator and is an avid, albeit, frustrated golfer.

Matt House

Patty is Mike's younger sister who recently relocated to Huntsville, AL with her husband Greg, where they both will wind down successful careers with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. These empty nesters are the proud parents of Mike's only two nieces, Brittany and Stephanie. Huntsville is the latest stop in a series of moves around the country which has enabled them both to contribute to keeping America safe from terrorist attacks during their tenure.  

Patty Carl

Michelle is Deanna's sister-in-law and is a special needs teacher in the Hilliard, OH schools. She ran her first marathon in late 2015! She and her husband, Kyle Griffith (Deanna's youngest brother), live in Hilliard, OH with their children, Aidan, Mia and Keaton.

Michelle Griffith

Dennis is Mike's younger (also taller, more handsome) son who's claim to fame is once beating his Dad in an arm wrestling match (albeit right-handed, Mike's a lefty). He and his beautiful, blue-eyed wife Kate live in Chicagoland with two cats and a dog to round out their budding family.

Dennis House

Marty and Deanna have been best friends since their first days at BGSU in the mid 80's... and have enjoyed many travels, laughs and more over the past 30 years. He lives in Columbus, OH with his fiancé, Greg.

Marty Loveless

Diane and Deanna met when they were both working in Auto Racing. Diane still does - serving as head of design for Hendrick Motorsports. She and her son, Joshua live in Charlotte, NC along with their two dogs - Amy &amp; Timmy.

Diane Holl

Abby is Deanna's teenage niece and lives on a farm outside of Marysville, OH. Abby is in the 6th grade at Trinity Lutheran School where she is very active in theater, choral groups, 4-H  and anything that captures her attention!

Abigayle (Abby) Kay Griffith

Aidan is Deanna's teenage nephew and is in the 6th grade. He enjoys movies, playing on his Miracle League baseball team, OSU football - especially Brutus Buckeye, and watching his dad's high school football team score!

Aidan Griffith

Andy Mansinne

Mia is Deanna's youngest niece and is in Kindergarten at Hilliard City Schools. She enjoys playing baseball, gymnastics and going to the gym.  

Mia Griffith

Wylie is a Havenese puppy adopted by Mike and Deanna in 2015. He is as precocious as he is cute! A graduate of Tega K-9 Puppy School, he enjoys long naps, eating leaves and chewing on 'Duck.' He is providing Ring Security. for the ceremony.

Wylie House

Keaton is Deanna's youngest nephew and is in Pre-School in Hilliard, OH. Keaton enjoys playing baseball, eating any frozen treat and going to his dad's football games.

Keaton Griffith

Dale is Deanna's older brother and works as day-hauler truck driver. He and his wife, Michele, live outside of Marysville, OH where he is a weekend gardener and, snow permitting, avid snowmobiler. 

Dale Griffith

Daren is Deanna's middle brother and is an over-the-road truck driver and weekend farmer. He and his wife, Katie live on a farm near Marysville, OH and enjoy camping and boating.   

Daren Griffith

Kyle is Deanna's youngest brother and is a high school teacher and football coach for Hilliard Schools, Hilliard, OH. He is an avid Ohio State Buckeyes supporter.

Kyle Griffith

Wedding Party

Photos

Registry

Q + A

For guests arriving via air, the hotel and wedding location is located approximately 20 minutes from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). Most major airlines fly several times a day to and from CLT, however the airport is a hub for American Airlines (formerly USAirways), and therefore offer the most options.All major rental car companies are located right at the terminal.

Charlotte Douglas International Airport

Feel at home at Hampton Inn &amp; Suites Fort Mill, a newly opened hotel ideally located just off Interstate 77 and SC-160. Walk to the restaurants and specialty shops of Baxter Village pr take the short drive to Rock Hill, SC or to uptown Charlotte, NC. Our Fort Mill, SC hotel is just a 15-minute drive from Carowinds amusement park and 5 minutes drive to Lake Wylie. Each of our modern guest rooms features a microwave, mini-refrigerator, flat-screen HDTV and a clean and fresh Hampton bed®. Prop your laptop on the handy lap desk and stay connected with family and colleagues using free WiFi. Upgrade to a studio suite for a wet bar and a sitting area with sofa bed, ideal for extended stays.Join us for Hampton's free hot breakfast, or if you're in a hurry, grab a free Hampton On the Run™ Breakfast Bag, available Monday - Friday. Stop by our 24-hour convenience shop for snacks and beverages, and enjoy coffee and tea in the Perfect Mix Lobby, featuring a large community table and a cozy, stylish atmosphere. Unwind after a long day in the outdoor pool and relax on our patio, or work out in the fitness center. Be sure to use our group code: CHXGHW when you book!

Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Mill (South Carolina)

Parking at Windjammer Park is limited and requires a Tega Cay resident sticker when spaces are available , so all guests are asked to park at Tega Cay Golf Club to take provided shuttle transportation. Shuttles will begin transporting guests at 4:00 pm and will return you to your vehicle upon your request or as the park closes just after 9:00 pm.Look for the Griffith-House Wedding shuttles with signs near the front of the parking lot as you enter the Golf Club.Directions to the Tega Cay Golf Club are available on their website through Google Maps: <a href="http://tegacaygolfclub.com/contact-us/">http://tegacaygolfclub.com/contact-us/</a>

Deanna & Mike

Deanna & Mike

Registry

Your Presence at our wedding is Present enough. We know there are those of you out there that are traditional gift-givers, so we've registered for a few items for our home. Alternatively, if you prefer a monetary gift, we will use the FUNds for an extra special dinner or excursion on our honeymoon!