Wedding Day

Old North State Club

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

As many of you know, we are high school sweethearts who have been together since our junior year. After going through six years of school together, all it took was one spontaneous date to get milkshakes and we’ve been inseparable ever since! It has been the greatest blessing getting to love and support each other through each milestone in life, from graduating high school, doing long distance our first year in college, to now being together at UNCW! Over the past five years, we've grown together in love and life—learning, evolving, and becoming the best versions of ourselves for each other. Along the way, we've discovered that we truly are each other’s better half. 	Fast forward to June 15th, 2025 in San Pedro, Belize where we got engaged! It came as a complete surprise when Robert got down on one knee as we were out on the dock together. The rest of the evening was spent with lots of tears, laughs, and hugs as we celebrated our love and new chapter in life. We can’t wait to continue growing, learning, and loving by each other’s side and we are so grateful that you get to watch our story unfold!

Our Story

Photos

Meet The Wedding Party!

The BrideMother of The Bride: Gwen RouthFather of The Bride: Zach Routh

The GroomMother of The Groom: Lori HalesFather of The Groom: Bobby Hales

Maid of Honor: Kynnedi RouthBest Man: Reigo Rodriguez

BridesmaidsJenna GerlockVictoria HalesClaire GulleyKara ComerFiona O'Hara

GroomsmenJake HaynesBen WalkerDylan WeilJackson WeilMason Rich

Flower Girl: Willow RouthRing Bearer: Lincoln HumphreyOfficiant: Richard Brown

Wedding Party

Below are some suggestions for rentals located 2-10 miles from the venue!

This is a lake view Airbnb in Badin Shores Resort with self check-in, accommodating 6 guests!

Lake House Airbnb

This is an Airbnb located in Badin Shores Resort with self check-in, accommodating 5 guests!

Lakefront Retreat Airbnb

This Airbnb is located in Badin Shores Resort with self check-in, accommodating 4 guests!

Badin Shores- Hilltop Hideaway

2-Bedroom Tiny Home Airbnb

This Airbnb is located in Heron Bay on Badin Lake with self check-in, lakefront view, and dock access to accommodate 4 guests!

Waterfront Luxury Vacation Apartment Airbnb

This Airbnb is located on Badin Lake with self check-in, dock access, and a hot tub! This rental can accommodate 12 guests, which works great for coordinating lodging with other friends/families!

Lake Retreat with Hot Tub & Dock Airbnb

This hotel is located approximately 25 minutes from the venue!

Best Western Albemarle Inn

This hotel is approximately 30 minutes from the venue!

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Albemarle by IHG

For additional questions or housing recommendations please contact Lori Hales at (336) 442-5350

Payton & Robert