Wedding Party Profiles

Just a few of the most important people in our lives!

Best Men
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Tom Loh
Tom Loh

Tom, married to Claire, is currently studying at Wycliffe Hall, Oxford. He is a good friend of Dan's from St. Andrew's Church, Oxford.

Dean Horton

Dean and Dan are friends from their days at Oxford University where they studied physics together. Dan was best man for Dean at his wedding to Katherine in 2008, and Dean is currently living and working in Geneva.

Bridesmaids
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Suzy Probert Suzy is Jo's younger sister, currently on the TeachFirst programme, teaching Religious Education at a secondary school in Croydon. Suzy has a very busy life, dividing her time between school, friends, church, sports and music. She has a vibrant personality!	Anna Seigal Anna is a friend of Jo from university in Cambridge. Anna is currently working towards a Doctorate in Psychology in London, with the intention of working as a clinical psychologist in the near future! Anna is a busy girl, spending lots of time with close friends and participating in church activities.
Ta Cooper Jo met Ta at primary school, and they have been friends ever since! Ta is in her final year studying medicine at Imperial College, London, having completed a PhD in the middle of her course! Ta is a great friend, a wife to JB, a member of her local church and gifted with artistic and musical skills.	Hannah Adams Hannah is Jo's step-niece, the grand-daughter of Jo's step-dad (Bob). Hannah lives in Manchester with her parents (Rachel and Dave) and little brother, Daniel. She enjoys nursery school and having her photograph taken!

Ushers
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Simon Probert

Simon is Jo's younger brother, and following a PGCE in history, has spent the past 18 months teaching English in China. Simon loves to travel, and has spent long periods of time living in Africa and Russia.

Philip Probert

Philip, Jo's youngest brother, is currently in his final year at Durham University, studying biology, and intending to begin a PhD in the Autumn. Philip loves dogs, running, photography, friends and computers!

Mother of the Bride
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Penny Probert Smith

Penny is Jo's mum, now married to Bob. Penny works as Vice-Principal at Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford, where she also works as an engineering tutor and lecturer. Outside of work, Penny is very involved with local churches, orchestral playing and enjoys spending time with family and in the garden!

Father of the Bride
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David Probert

David lives in Newbury with his Russian wife, Valentina. David travels a lot, all around the world, and enjoys entertaining friends at home in Newbury. David also enjoys playing the piano.

Mother of the Groom
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Elena Cumberbatch

Elena is Dan's mother, originally from Italy. Elena lives and works in Croydon, where Dan grew up. She works at a local school and enjoys spending time with friends.

Father of the Groom
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Olvere Cumberbatch

Olvere was Dan's father, and sadly passed away several years ago. Olvere was originally from Barbados and worked as a bus driver in Croydon. Dan has fond memories of sitting with his father on the bus!