Wedding Party
Ashley Higginbotham
Maid of Honor
Abby and Ashley met in college in Cincinnati and have been best friends since. Even though a lot of our friendship has involved both of us moving all over, we have stayed closer than ever. Abby and Ashley became roommates sophomore year and have many many memories we cannot share lol. Ashley will for sure be breaking down on the dance floor and you will probably hear her snort across the room all night. She better get over her stage fright to give her speech with Annie.
Annie Putnam
Maid of Honor
Abby met Annie in the athletic training program at UC and even though they weren't friends right away, they became super close upon graduating. Annie would hands down take the shirt off her back for anyone and knows how to light up a room! They visited many parking lot carnivals, cooked each other dinner, had many pool days and went on one too many shopping sprees together. Annie will probably be the first one on the dance floor and Abby is looking forward to her laugh/cry during her speech with Ashley.
Laura Gasca
Bridesmaid
Even though Laura moved all the way across the country after high school, she and Abby still remained great friends! Abby and Laura grew up together going to Canfield, getting very close in middle/high school. They also danced together for many years, so you may be seeing some of those routines on the dance floor. Some of their best memories include; driving up and down 224 all night listening to music, going to the movies, Target runs, always eating Chick-fil-a, and going to see Justin Timberlake in concert. Even though they can't see each other often, trips are made to both Cali and Ohio and they always pick back up where they left off!
Taylor Lipinsky
Bridesmaid
Taylor and Abby met in college, even though apparently they grew up just an hour from one another. They hit it off right away upon meeting because they could talk about all of the food they enjoyed back home while growing up. Taylor is always down for a good time and just one phone call away for a spontaneous hangout. They share many memories from college from traveling back home together for holidays, cabin trips, sporting events and many more. Taylor convinced Abby to go back to school for her Masters degree and was the biggest help along the way. Abby expects Taylor to sing word for word all night and get at least one dance with her.
Ashli Golic
Bridesmaid
Ashli and Abby met in college and got close when working UC football together. Even though that was one of the craziest times of their lives, they came out of it with a great friendship. Ashli met her husband at football camp that year (Abby likes to say she was there for that haha). They share many memories from college to adult life and Abby has gotten to watch her grow into the best mom there could be! Ashli has such a positive light to her, so please don't be turned away by the RBF lol.
Anna Luongo
Bridesmaid
Abby and Anna have been THROUGH IT together. They became super close friends at the end of 8th grade and the rest is history. They ran cross country together (sometimes ran away to hide), attended many concerts, went on many Pittsburgh/Cleveland trips, drank way too much coffee (is that even a thing?) and have stayed connected through all the years of college and adult life. Moving back home Abby was so excited to be back with Anna and it has been nothing but the best so far. Abby aspires to dance as much as Anna did at her wedding!
Emily Niehaus
Bridesmaid
Oh Emily, she is such a ray of sunshine and always ready to explore and have fun! Abby met Emily in college where they got close in the athletic training program. Emily and Abby were always at each others houses, probably getting into trouble, and getting the best college experiences that they could. Fast forward to adult life and they love to meet at different local breweries to try new beer together. Abby knows that Emily will keep everyone going on the big day and she will still be going strong until the end of the night!
Brad Carlson
Best Man
Brad is Abby's step father and hit it off with Cody the second they met. Brad has been a part of Abby's life for nearly 17 years and has been a great role model. Brad will be doing the part of walking Abby down the aisle and then switching roles and being Cody's best man. When being introduced to Cody they immediately went golfing. Since that day golf and sports in general has been a huge topic of conversation between the two. Abby BETS that Brad won't break it down on the dance floor and WILL cry like a baby during his speech.
Collin Smith
Groomsman
Collin is probably the most sarcastic person you'll ever meet, so please don't be offended by anything he says or does. Collin is one of Abby's many brothers and she will tell you that he was her "baby" growing up. Since being Abby's brother his whole life, he is now more like Cody's boyfriend lol. Collin is always a good time and he will probably run up the bar tab in shots BUT he will probably try to pay for everything. Collin will try telling everyone all night how his sister cut off his finger, but trust me... all the bullying she put up with... it was well deserved.
Jordan Smith
Groomsman
Jordan is the better half of Abby when it comes to siblings. Being Abby's oldest brother, they grew up together the longest, therefore they have put up with the most shit and have many secrets. Jordan has the kindest heart, which is why he has to cover for Abby when she's being rude lol. From playing video games, running too many miles at cross country and sneaking out of the house for late night Taco Bell runs, Abby and Jordan have been through it all together. Abby and Cody should've just gotten Jordan's band to play live music all night, but didn't think we could afford them. Glad we didn't lose Jordan to that snake bite so you could be here today!
Jordan Carpenter
Groomsman
Jordan is Cody's cousin and they were basically like brothers growing up. They went through high school together, but that was postponed because "they would get into too much trouble together" if they were in school together. As they got older Cody and Jordan would meet up for disc golf (even got Abby to go once) and they always meet up in the Fortnite lobby.
Brant Carlson
Groomsman
Brant is Abby's youngest step brother who she met when he was 9. Abby has witnessed Brant grow from the weirdest "funny goob" to the best dad. Growing up all of us kids went zombie hunting, playing flag football, accidentally shooting cop cars with potato cannons and making YouTube videos. Abby should've asked Brant to make the wedding cake, cause trust me he can whip up some seriously good fondant. Hoping he doesn't end up with "C.P.B." by the end of the evening.
Ryne Carlson
Groomsman
Ryne is Abby's older step brother, who secretly she was closer to than his brother (sorry brant lol). Not only did Abby and Ryne have similar memories growing up, but they also experienced college together at UC. Ryne is pretty much the reason Abby attended UC and she is so glad she had a family member with her while she was there. Their relationship spans from making YouTube videos and playing games when they were young all the way to many college memories and hanging out with his children today. Hopefully Ryne doesn't accidentally "drunk call" this mom tonight.
Isaiah Pouliot
Groomsman
Abby knows Isaiah from high school and was connected with Cody immediately upon moving back home. Abby and Isaiah were in all the dumb math classes together and she usually remembers him being the class clown. Years down the road Isaiah is now married to one of Abby's best friends, which she is so grateful for. Once Cody and Isaiah became friends, it was game over... golf... ALL THE TIME.
Paul Echelberry
Bridesman
Paul and Abby met in college and little did they know they have so many similarities. Paul and Abby both grew up dancing, so that was a big thing that bonded them from the beginning becoming each others first friend in college! They spent many nights getting pizza, also going to ATO, watching scary movies, working football together and traveling to Boardman together. Pauls laugh is contagious and he can make friends with just about anyone anytime. Paul and Abby will probably be the first two on the dance floor!
Carmen Luongo
Beer Girl
Carmen is legit the funniest person you will ever meet... I promise. Carmen has the biggest personality and the kindest heart, which is why Abby chose her for her position in the wedding. Carmen is Anna's sister and Abby is so glad that they FINALLY became close so that they can be friends too! Carmen will be hyping the crowd up before Abby walks down the aisle and if you're lucky enough, you will receive a cold one from her. She will dance on the dance floor alone if she has to, so please go out and join her!
Brianna Knox
Beer Girl
Bri was one of Abby's athletes at one point and Abby always had to kick her out of the training room and make her go back to practice lol. When Abby and Cody met, the three of them hit it off and always did stuff together as a trio. Abby and Bri have connected through working out, sending each other tiktoks, and even taking a few trips together. Bri would do anything for Abby and keeps her young, which is why she is a part of Abby and Cody's special day!
Elizabeth Conlin
Beer Girl
The friend group jokes that Liz only became our friends because she was forced to at football lol, but now she's stuck with us! Abby and Liz have stayed friends after college including; cabin trips, bar hopping, concerts and many more. Liz loves to make sure everyone is having a great time, so she will be passing out booze to the crowd to get the party started!
Jessica Brockman
Beer Girl
Jess only tried to kill Abby a couple times in the car throughout college lol (thanks sm for driving me to class everyday tho lol). Abby and Jess share many memories from college and beyond. They loved going to cabins, hiking, meeting up for dinner after crazy days at work and many more. Abby will probably make Jess show her "silly face" at some point during the night, so please don't be surprised.
Belle Morrow
Something Blue
Belle is Cody's sister and his twin and she will probably be up for anything you tell her to do! Abby is so lucky to have Belle, for they are like the same person. Belle has gone on many car rides and Kings Island trips with Abby and Cody. Cody will do anything to protect his sister, even if that means he may need to beat a dudes ass lol.
Abby Carlson
Something Blue
Abby and Abby... yeah I know... confusing right? They met prior to college and decided to room together freshman year. They apparently had the "coolest" decorated room on the floor of their dorm and everything started there. They have all the memories from ordering toppers pizza (nearly every night), trying to pass A&P together, college football games, going to the boys' house and concerts. She has been with Abby's step brother since the beginning of time and now has the most beautiful family.
Alexis Clark
Something Blue
Alexis is in a relationship with Abby's brother Jordan and she has the sweetest soul. Abby couldn't ask for a better partner for her brother, which is why Abby wanted her to be a part of her special day. Alexis loves spooky season just as much as Abby, which is really why she is so cool.
Leandra Carlson
Something Blue
Leandra is Abby's sister-in-law and is probably the most down to earth person you'll meet. She will tell you how it is and that's what we love most about her. She keeps Brant in line (remember when I said he wasn't my closest step brother growing up^) lol. She may walk down the aisle in a Trump hat and Abby is totally okay with that!!
Ella Rose
Flower Girl
Ella Rose is Abby's very 1st niece to make Abby an aunt. Abby wanted Ella Rose to be born on her birthday, but she just HAD to wait an extra day to have her own birthday. Ella Rose is the prettiest ballerina and Abby hopes that she follows in her footsteps of dance. She is such an outgoing little girl and will probably ask you to play "barbie store". Ever since her first time meeting Cody she called him Tody... so that's his name... call him that... all night.
Emmarae
Flower Girl
Emmarae is Abby's youngest niece and is the biggest snuggle bug... no really she may ask you to pick her up. You can see her personality grow daily and Abby hopes she can see her throw some flower petals before she walks down the aisle.
Ryder
Ring Bearer
Ryder man has the best mullet you may ever see and may have convinced Cody to cut one! He is Abby's first nephew and is just the sweetest boy you'll meet. Don't bring up video games to him at the wedding, cause we don't have any lol.
Brooks
Ring Bearer
Even though Brooks is the newest addition to the family, Cody and Abby couldn't imagine their day without him. He will charm everyone as he comes down the aisle with his big beautiful eyes and smile (he will even be walking by then)!
Tucker
Ring Bearer
Tucker is Cody's nephew and usually joined Cody and Jordan disc golfing. Cody is just a phone call away when Tucker needs to calm down and he will probably tell you that his favorite 2nd birthday present was from Cody.