Abigail & Brenndan
Wedding Party
Nicole Bareis
Maid of Honor
Nicole is Abby's twin sister and lifelong best friend. Although they live in different states, they talk every day and will always have the tightest bond together! As a special education teacher, Nicole’s selflessness, patience, and compassion shine through in everything she does. She brings warmth and calm wherever she goes, and Abby is so proud to have her as a twin!!
Kylie Sexton
Bridesmaid
Kylie is one of Abby's oldest friends; Kylie, Nicole, and Abby were all inseparable until they were forced apart freshman year of college when they went on their own paths. Kylie is now the proud mama of Stella Sexton, an adamant member of her church, and will always grab coffee with Abby to fuel their addictions!
Emily Granzow
Bridesmaid
Emily and Abby met Welcome Week their first year at Grand Valley and bonded over the fact they share the same birthday!! They immediately adventured through college together, being roommates until Emily graduated. Emily always knows how to make Abby laugh, be supportive, and scream sing Hamilton on queue.
Bethanny Jo Hall
Bridesmaid
Abby met Bethanny through Facebook Messenger a week into both of them moving to work as Duke nurses. Trusting their guts, they met up for lunch on a whim and have been best friends since. They have bonded through nursing stories, themed party planning, family, religion, and now sharing engaged eras together!!
Alli Gifford
Bridesmaid
Alli and Abby have been close since high school. Always picking up right where they left off when together, bonding over their life milestones. Abby admires Alli's willingness for adventure and empathy for her friends at all times. Alli now lives in Indiana, working as an engineer for Eli Lily, and starting her own family in 2026!
Jesse Jacobusse
Bridesmaid
Jesse and Abby became close through middle school basketball when Abby's dad was the coach. That friendship became stronger every year since. They now have formed a close bond as they plan their future weddings, and their lives in general! Jesse now works at Johnson & Johnson as a medical engineer. She has always been an outgoing personality, being the light of the group in every scenario.
Jackson Callahan
Best Man
Jackson is Brenndan's older brother and best friend. Throughout the years, Jackson has always been a huge role model for Brenndan. From growing up in Michigan and sharing a room their whole childhood, to making the move to North Carolina and living in downtown Raleigh, Jackson has always been there to encourage and support Brenndan. His dedication to his work and passion for others has been a huge inspiration to Brenndan, and he will always admire and look up to his big bro.
Nicholas Rautenberg
Groomsman
Nick is often referred to as Brenndan and Jackson's third brother, and rightfully so. He and Brenndan have been best pals ever since they met in elementary school. From mini sticks tournaments in his childhood home to mountain trips in NC, he, Brenndan, and Jackson have been inseparable. He is an exemplary man who embodies what it means to be a loyal, kind-hearted, and incredible friend.
John Riley Lloyd
Groomsman
John, often referred to as Riley, and Brenndan met freshman year of college at Grand Valley State University. The two were randomly assigned together by the University and their friendship started with a simple Facebook exchange on "who will bring the microwave" and "who would bring the vacuum". From there, the two formed a special and unique bond that only two randomly assigned roommates could share. Riley is someone who Brenndan knows he can always count on regardless of the physical distance between them.
Joshua Schneider
Groomsman
Joshua "Josh" Schneider and Brenndan first met in middle school growing up in South Lyon and have been great friends ever since. Josh is one of the most dependable and trustworthy friends anyone could have as exemplified by his fearless leading of their Fantasy Football League for the better part of a decade. From nights putting it all on the line for a game of Risk, to riding the bench in JV basketball, Brenndan and Josh have always remained close despite living in different states.
Alex Nicley
Groomsman
Alex and Brenndan first met through Josh at Grand Valley State University. Alex and Josh had been randomly assigned in the honors dorms, and when Alex and Brenndan met they immediately created a bond that would last for over a decade and continues to this day. Alex has been a true friend who Brenndan can always depend on and feel as if they have been friends since childhood. Just don't ask Alex about their Super Smash Bros record, it is a sore subject for him.
Cody Morterud
Groomsman
Cody and Brenndan first met when Cody moved to South Lyon in elementary school. The two immediately bonded while taking the bus to school every morning. Cody is one of the most generous, thoughtful, and caring friends anyone could hope for. He continues to be a huge positive influence on Brenndan to this day. From the chess club in 5th grade, to celebrating Cody's own marriage in Michigan, the two have created a bond to last a lifetime.