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IVY ROSE BARN 1337 Hopkins Rd, Rocky Mount, VA 24151

Our Wedding

Grace’s mom and truly her best friend. She is kind, loving, and endlessly loyal. She’s the role model who shaped Grace into who she is today. Grace’s wedding day wouldn't be near the same without her mom!

Jeannine Simon

Trent has been James’s best friend since high school and has stood by him through every season of life. His loyalty, encouragement, and steady presence make him someone James can always count on. It is an honor to have him serving as best man.

Trent Judd

Ella has been Grace’s best friend for more than a decade and now stands by her as maid of honor. She is faithful, kind, spirit-filled, and loyal. Grace's special day wouldn't be the same without Ella by her side.

Ella Tkachenko

Wyatt led WyldLife alongside James, this quickly turned into a close friendship. His faith, humor, and encouragement have made him one of James’s closest friends. James is grateful to have him standing beside him.

Wyatt Forney

Megan is pure, joyful, radiant, silly, and always up for an adventure. Grace and Megan first met playing travel soccer and from there developed a long lasting friendship with LOTS of laughter.

Megan Eller

Matt was James’s Young Life leader in high school and helped shape his understanding of what it means to live for Christ daily. His joy, authenticity, and sense of humor left a lasting impression. He remains one of the funniest and most genuine people James knows.

Matthew Puryear

Sadie and Grace were co-leaders of a Cru Bible study junior year. Sadie has been a loyal, spirit-filled, kind, and faithful friend who has been a bright reflection of Christ’s love. She has played a huge role in Grace’s walk with the Lord.

Sadie Henderson

Travis has discipled James during his time at Radford and has been an incredible Christ-centered role model. His wisdom, humility, and commitment to faith have had a lasting impact on James’s life. James is thankful for his guidance and friendship.

Travis Woolard

Sarah Kate is James's twin sister. Sarah Kate is kind, faithful, joyful, and gentle-hearted. Grace is so excited and blessed to get the sister she never had!

Sarah Kate Tozier

Kobey is James’s future brother-in-law, and James is honored to have him as part of the wedding celebration. Kobey is someone James looks up to and is grateful to have standing alongside him on this day.

Kobey Simon

Summer is silly, joyful, reliable, and adventurous. Grace and Summer became best friends in high school and did everything together from soccer to late night adventures. Summer was always up for a good laugh and a crazy idea!

Summer Smith

Daniel is James’s younger brother and someone he has had the privilege of growing up alongside. Watching Daniel develop into the person he is today has been such a joy. He is grateful to have Daniel standing with him on this special day.

Daniel Tozier

Zoe was Grace's college roommate from sophomore year to senior year. Zoe is loyal, warm-hearted, sweet, and genuine. Grace and Zoe have shared so many memories - whether it be over organic chemistry trauma or the many laughs throughout the years!

Zoe Mathis

Luke is James’s younger brother and brings plenty of energy and laughter wherever he goes. Their shared memories and family bond mean a great deal to James. He’s excited to have Luke standing with him on such a special day

Luke Tozier

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We kindly request formal attire for our wedding day. For my girls, please wear floor-length dresses with fun prints, florals, and colors are welcome. Just a note that our venue is surrounded with gravel so be mindful when choosing heels :) For men, a suit is requested, with a tie optional.

James & Grace

James & Grace

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