Abby & Nigh
Wedding Party
Kasey Holt
Matron of Honor
Kasey is Abby's sweet sister and first friend. This friendship has stood the test of time, (24 1/2 years to be exact) and the test of sharing a bedroom for 11 years. Kasey has been by Abby's side through thick and thin, and many belly laughs. They have shared some of their favorite memories in their life chats driving to and from camp and OSU. Kasey is strong, kind, and loving soul. Everyone deserves a sister like Kasey.
Deacon Herndon
Best Man
Deacon Herndon is Nigh's brother and best friend. Although Deacon was not there for the first three years of Nigh's life, they have been best friends from the start. Without hesitation, and to the astonishment of others, they can instantly begin making jokes that have been in the works for years and understand one another's absurdisms with ease. Deacon is a strong man of character who always wants to do the good. There is no one Nigh would be prouder to call his best friend, brother, and best man.
Rebecca Dempewolf
Bridesmaid
Rebecca and Abby met through St. John Catholic Student Center at OSU. Their friendship blossomed through their shared loves of Jesus, walks, coffee and Ben Rector. Rebecca has an absolute heart of gold, intentional mind, and an adventurous spirit, and to know her is to love her. She is the type of friend that will always drop everything when you are in need. Everyone needs a Rebecca in their life.
Matthew Wennemann
Groomsman
Matthew B. Wennemann and Nigh first met at the University of Oklahoma through St. Thomas More University Parish. They connected through their love of theology, quirky humor, and serving Holy Mass. They were honestly like the dynamic duo of serving Mass. Nigh and Matthew were roommates and continue to stay close through frequent phone calls and somewhat less frequent, though equally important, whiskey nights. Matthew is a man of God who always seeks the Lord's Will in his own life and inspires those around him, whether he knows it or not.
Nicole Brinker
Bridesmaid
Nicole and Abby met while working at the greatest place in the world- Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Summer Camp. Their bond grew when Nicole transferred from Oklahoma Baptist University to Oklahoma State University. They became roommates with two of their pals- and the JANK house was born. Nicole is your modern day St. Joan of Arc- a joyful, quiet soul with a heart of a warrior. This sweet soul will brings joy to everyone she meets and every situation she encounters.
Alex McAllister
Groomsman
Alex and Nigh's friendship started in 7th grade at the School of St. Mary when Alex would not leave Nigh alone. It has been 10 years now, and they have been through everything together. Middle School. High School. College. Even first jobs. They have been roommates and best friends, and have always been able to know what the other is thinking, sometimes in an almost eerie way. Alex is a man of integrity who always seeks to choose the good and is inspiringly loyal to his friends. Especially to Nigh.
Jordan Stavrou
Bridesmaid
Jordan and Abby met through St. John's at OSU. Their friendship was born through their shared loves of Jesus and sarcasm. They have shared many laughs and memorable life chats over a cup of tea. Jordan has a special charism of making others feel loved so well, and loving them until it hurts. There is no one in the world Abby is more overjoyed and thrilled to have as a soon to be sister-in-law.
Avery Holt
Groomsman
Avery is Kasey Holt's husband as well as Nigh's future brother-in-law. Although Nigh did not know Avery before his relationship with Abby, they have quickly grown to be close friends through their oft striking similarity. They are both "nerds" in the best way possible and are quick to make the other laugh or strike up a very long conversation about Star Wars. Avery is a man who loves the Lord and his wife unfailingly, and a man that Nigh is proud to call his future brother-in-law and an incredible friend.
JinYu Burnham
Bridesmaid
JinYu and Abby are practically sisters. They were close friends all years at OSU, and roommates for 2 years. JinYu has taught Abby over the years how to: love God fearlessly, be goofy and unafraid of other's perceptions, and love her friends sacrificially. This persistent, fearless, and sacrificial love can be seen through JinYu's "Yes" to discern a religious vocation with the Franciscan Sisters of the Martyr St. George. While JinYu will not be able to be physically present on wedding day, she will still be with Nigh and Abby in spirit through lots of prayers.