Hey everyone! My name is Mary and I am the groom’s little and only sister. I am a senior at Ball State University studying to be a nurse. While he is my brother, I have to say my favorite memories of us have been being able to share a love for the beach and for 4-H. Our grandparents used to winter down on Hilton Head Island, and it quickly became one of our favorite places. My brother and I always liked seeing the alligators and playing on the beach. He and our dad would build cool sand sculptures or even a sand couch to sit on. We were both also ten year 4-Hers along with members of the local FFA chapter. My brother and I are both big into agriculture and being outdoors. One time on vacation in the mountains we went horse back riding on a trail, which was something we both enjoyed even though I got the horse that wanted nothing more than to take me through the bushes instead of staying on the path. I am beyond excited to be apart of his special day!
Chloe Alford - Matron of Honor
Hey, everyone! My name is Chloe, and I am Grace’s Matron of Honor. I am so excited for Grace and Josh’s big day! Grace and I met on Kappa Delta Bid Day 2019. Instantly, Grace and I just clicked. Since then, we have shared countless coffee dates, baked cookies in the Kappa Delta house, put on WAY too many fake nails, cried together, laughed together, and laughed until we cried together. Grace is the best friend anyone could ask for. She’s strong, witty, independent, the list goes on. Grace stood next to me while I married the man of my dreams, and I can’t wait to do the same. I love you, Grace, and I am so happy for you and Josh!
Gunner Boatright - Groomsman
Hello, I'm Gunner Boatright and I have known Grace my entire life. We've spent a lot of hours together and she's been around for all of the happenings in my life, and I for hers. She's a fantastic sister and, even though we have our differences, I still love her and want to see her prosper in the future! Josh is a great partner for her, and I can’t wait to see how their relationship develops.
Sydney Riley - Bridesmaid
Hi everyone! My name is Sydney, and I like to think of myself as the little sister Grace always wished she had, but we both know we would have been a handful so God made her one of my best friends. I can’t remember a time Grace wasn’t in my life, probably because she was there when I was born. There are so many ways to describe Grace, but some of my favorites are creative, passionate, and loving. I have got to grow up looking up to Grace and watching her grow into an amazing person. We have been through so many chapters in life together, whether it was making mud pies in the backyard, jamming out to One Direction and 5SOS, or long car rides on the way to Montana, Grace has always been there. I can’t believe the next chapter will be watching her go on this journey into marriage. Grace, I can’t wait to see what this next chapter in you and Josh’s life holds, but I know it will be truly amazing! I wish you both the best and love you guys!
Nick Jachim - Groomsman
Yo! I’m Nick Jachim, and I am Josh’s younger brother, but definitely the most favorite in the family. As you could guess, I have known Josh for literally my entire life. Can’t say everyday was great, but wouldn’t want to trade him for any other. Josh and I are two very different people, he would rather go play in the mud while I go play some video games, but we were able to agree on how awesome a 4-wheeler was to ride around on. I haven’t known Grace nearly as long, but the way she interacts with our whole family, I couldn’t picture a better partner for my brother. Super proud of both of them and can’t wait to see where their journey will take them.
Taylor Thomasson - Bridesmaid
Hey my name is Taylor and I’m one of the adopted younger sisters Grace never had lol. How do I describe Grace? Crazy, lovable, reliable, super creative, and definitely full of energy. We have known each other since birth, pretty much. We are what you call “lifelong best friends” where basically, we are stuck with each other no matter what. Through every weird phase, traumatic event, bad decision, and relationship, we have endured it all. I am so extremely proud of her for everything she has accomplished in life so far. She has already made such a difference in this world and in everyone’s life that she meets. I can’t wait to see how She and Josh grow in their relationship and I'm so honored to be one of the bridesmaids in this enchanted wedding.
Hunter Bailey - Groomsman
Hello everyone, my name is Hunter Bailey. I am a student at the University of Northwestern Ohio, studying high performance motorsports. I have had the pleasure of knowing Josh for a little over four years, when I started dating Mary. He has been one of the funniest and most kind hearted people I have met. One of my favorite memories would be when we went to Tennessee after Christmas in 2022. After getting snowed in, we all had a blast playing Cards Against Humanity, and just getting to hang out with each other. Josh and I would frequently go for walks up the icy roads to inspect the conditions and there were many times that I almost fell and slid down the hill. Josh has been a great person to get to know over the last few years, since we both share a passion for agriculture and were in FFA. I cannot say how happy I am that he has found Grace to spend the rest of his life with. Good luck in your guys’ future and have a long, successful life!
Brianna Martin - Bridesmaid
Brianna, also known as Bri. Lover of hockey, spending money, and being wholeheartedly obsessed with my dog, Ruby.
I met the bride through our sorority during Big/Little Reveal, and ultimately took her in as an “honorary little” a short period later. Over the years, our friendship developed into family dinners, book club meetings, and me eventually becoming the “favorite Boatright" sister in Gunner’s eyes.
Knowing Grace has been the experience of a lifetime and she never ceases to bring joy and laughter into my life. I’ve known Grace as a young, full of life college student to now a grown adult with a big girl job. I cannot wait to be by Grace’s side as she steps into this new, exciting journey in life.
Andy Merideth - Groomsman
My name is Andy Meredith, and I met Josh in November of 2019 when I started working at Tractor Supply. Some of my favorite memories with Josh are hanging out after work carving pumpkins and taking our dogs to the dog park. One of the things I noticed about Josh the second I met him was how much he cares and how much he likes to help people. When I started working at Tractor Supply, he was the one I could go to for anything. Didn’t know an answer to a customer’s question, go find Josh, needed to know where something went, go to Josh, need to swap hours with someone, Josh was the only one willing to swap hours. And it would never matter what was going on, he was happy to help and wanted to help and that is why I was honored to be asked to stand with him and to call him a friend.
Victoria Naas - Bridesmaid
Hi everyone! I’m Victoria and I am a close friend of the bride. We have known each other for about 3 years. We bonded over our shared love (and some would say obsession) of all things Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, and One Direction. My favorite memories with Grace are our trips to New York and Louisville, to see Harry Styles and Conan Gray. I love both Grace and Josh so much and I am thrilled to be a part of their special day!