It truly is a love story. You would think that they have been together their entire lives. Two peas in a pod. Aaron and Allison knew they were going to marry each other after the first date. No, of course they did not share this information with each other that soon. It was shortly after they knew how strongly the other felt about them. Aaron had then knew he was going to marry Allison. He simply had to get a plan together to execute the perfect proposal. Aaron dropped the first hint to Allison after the new year. He was expressing his goals for the upcoming year, and in the midst of listing work related goals Aaron ever so discreetly mentions he plans to get married this year. Allison reacts as if that was his proposal, and the race was on. She knew a proposal had to be happening soon. Allison had a million questions that Aaron did not seem to have any of the answers. He simply knew he was marrying Allison in 2024, and nothing else mattered. Within that same week, ring shopping just so happened to be a planned date night for the young couple. Allison is anxious and has no idea what to think it was a 'is this really happening' moment. Two short weeks later, or in Allison's case the two longest weeks of her life, Aaron had started acting suspicious. All weekend he had been talking about going to Bob Evan's on Monday. Allison was excited about their weekly tradition, but that was not the suspicious part. Aaron kept on insisting that Allison wear a dress to Bob Evan's - if you have ever been to Bob Evan's you can see why this was suspicious. Allison does not wear a dress, but she did curl her hair and wear a nice outfit to stay comfortable and warm considering it was a high of zero and a low of negative six. The couple had a very nice lunch and returned home. Aaron wanted to go in through the front door of the house. Allison has her suspicions, but does not think twice about it and just thinks Aaron is being romantic, as he often is. Continuing the romance Aaron offered to take her coat and hang it up while Allison got a late surprise Christmas gift under the tree from Aaron. As Allison is picking up the neatly wrapped gift under the tree, Aaron is getting the engagement ring just in time to be on one knee in front of her when she turns around. Allison then realized that there was no late surprise Christmas gift and this was the moment she has been waiting for her entire life. Aaron had even gone one step further to have a photographer and Allison's sister, Chelsea, in the next room over to capture the entire moment for the couple. Aaron asks Allison to marry him and make him the happiest man in the world. As the tears of joy run down Allison's face, she could not have said yes fast enough. The couple then embraced each other in what felt like the most loving and compassionate manner. The very ecstatic love birds proceeded to go outside to take the engagement photos displayed on this website.
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Semi Formal
The bridal shower will take place at the Union City Country Club (AKA the golf course). Please meet us upstairs for the party. You may take the ramp or the steps on the side of the building. INFORMATION: Men are invited to golf with the groom and groomsmen while the women play bridal games in the upper part of the clubhouse. At the end the men are more than welcome to come inside and have dinner with everyone. RSVP: When responding please indicate if you or your significant other will be golfing so we can reserve enough tee times, thank you in advance!
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Casual
The wedding party, parents, and grandparents will rehearse for the ceremony at LifeSpring Church South in Richmond at 5:00pm on Friday. Following the 30 minute rehearsal, wedding party, family, and spouses are invited to dinner at the Lochtefeld’s Shop. Dinner will begin at approximately 6:30pm.
2:30 pm - 3:15 pm
Black Tie Optional
Please enter the church by going up the steps to the open church doors. If you need a ramp, there is one available to the side of the steps. Parking is to the south of the building as well as on the street.
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Black Tie Optional
Cocktail hour will begin at 5:00pm for guests who wish to go straight from the ceremony to the reception. The wedding party will enter at 6:00pm with an approximate dinner start time of 6:15pm.
7:00 am - 10:00 am
Comfy Casual
Meet us in the lobby for breakfast provided by the hotel! We will be there all morning so feel free to come down whenever you are ready!
Please enter the first and last name of one member of your party below.
If you're responding for you and a guest (or your family), you'll be able to RSVP for your entire group on the next page.
Bride
Groom
Father of the Bride
Mother of the Bride
Father of the Groom
Mother of the Groom
Matron of Honor
Best Man
Bridesmaid
Groomsman
Groomsman
Bridesmaid
Bridesmaid
Bridesmaid
Bridesmaid
Groomsman
Groomsman
Groomsman
Ring Bearer
Flower Girl
Flower Girl
Hotel
If you wish to stay overnight near the reception venue, please make your reservation as soon as possible as rooms are filling up fast. If you do book a room, please text Allison to let her know so she can plan accordingly! 260-251-3213
Hotel
There are rooms blocked at this hotel. Mention the "Lochtefeld/Addington Block" to receive a discount. Please be sure to let Allison know if you book so we can welcome you!
Please RSVP on the website or to 260-726-0881 no later than July 20th.
Although we absolutely adore your kiddos, we would prefer you take the evening to celebrate with us “kid-free.” However, they are welcome to come if you wish!
The dress code is black tie optional. Please feel free to wear what makes you most comfortable to let loose to have a good time!
The bar will be open for beer but if you wish to have liquor of any kind, you will need to bring cash! You will not be permitted to bring in your own alcohol.
If you need something to eat as you head in or out of town, be sure to stop at Maidrites! It is right down the road from our reception venue. Don’t forget to get a milkshake as well!