Adria & Adam
Wedding Party
Bridgett
Maid of Honor
Bridgett is a close friend to both Adam and I. She knew back in 2009 that we were meant to be together in the end!!! Bridgett and my life long friendship began when we worked together at 2nd Cousins. We became roommates for a short time until Bridgett moved to Arizona, where we love to visit her often! No matter the distance, our friendship has only gotten better!!! We have so many memories together that we remember and probably even more that we don’t remember!
Leah
Maid of Honor
Leah shares over ten years of friendship with me!! She’s been there for me through all the great times and many rough times! Whether it’s wine nights, helping me pick out outfits, football Sunday fundays or vacations she’s always making us laugh and makes sure everyone is having a great time!
Alyssa
Bridesmaid
Alyssa and I always say our close friendship was the best thing that came out of two not so good relationships!!! We have been there for each other through many rough times but many more great times! Our love for the Cubs, tacos, and tequila always make for a perfect girls night!!!
Katie
Bridesmaid
Where to begin with Katie. We have been friends since third grade. We met playing travel basketball. We’ve been through it all together. We’ve laughed until we cried and cried until we laughed. We still hold secrets from being kids that we would never tell anyone-even though they are completely irrelevant now! Many times life gets too busy and we can’t keep up but the second we are together it’s as if we never stopped the conversation!
Sarah
Bridesmaid
Sarah and I share a love for singing, sunshine, and a good time!!! There are times she made me laugh so hard it started to hurt!!! She’s a ray of sunshine and always makes me smile! Even though life gets busy and we live so far apart we always find time to catch up and make each other laugh!
Joey
Bridesmaid
Joey is Adam's younger sister and has enjoyed many years of activities with Adam and Adria including Iowa Hawkeye Football games in Iowa City, skiing in Colorado, and spontaneous weekend getaways to Galena. Adam and Adria are delighted to have Joey as part of the wedding party.
Shannon
Best Man
Shannon and Adam share more than 30 years of friendship together. They met in kindergarten at White Swan School in Rockford, IL and have been best friends ever since. They remained close even through Shannon's out of state moves to North Carolina and then back to Freeport, IL. During college Shannon and Adam frequented each others campuses at NIU and the University of Iowa, and even moved in together upon their return to Rockford following graduation. In 30 years of friendship they have built a strong friendship and can be found together at just about every event or on vacation. Adam is delighted to have Shannon as his best man.
Mario
Best Man
Mario and Adam have been friends for more than 20 years. They met at Flinn Middle School and a close friendship was made immediately. Sharing all the same interests, Mario and Adam could always be found together whether it was playing soccer, skateboard and rollerblading, snowboarding or attending concerts. Mario now lives in Encinitas, CA but they make sure to visit each other in Rockford or California, or meeting in Colorado or Honduras for vacations. Adam is delighted to have Mario as his best man.
Allen
Groomsman
Allen and Adam have known each other for over 20 years. They met at Flinn Middle School and shared similar interests in soccer, skateboarding, snowboarding and music. During college Adam made trips out to Burlington, Vermont to visit and the two most always spent breaks snowboarding in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan or in Colorado. Allen now lives in Atlanta, GA, but the two regularly meet for long weekends or spontaneous guys trips with Mario and Shannon to celebrate each other’s birthdays.
Matt
Groomsman
Matt and Adam have known each other for over 30 years. They met at 5 years old on one of their first soccer teams together, coached by Matt's dad, John. Matt and Adam never went to the same school but frequently had friendly battles on the soccer field during high school and club soccer games. Matt and Adam have enjoyed many golf rounds, beer festivals, boating on the lake and tube floating down river since returning to Rockford after college and have become great friends over the years.
Chris
Groomsman
Chris and Adam have known each other for over 20 years. Both growing up in Cherry Valley, IL, they became close friends in high school and could frequently been seen hanging out at the Meshes' house or at Old Chicago. They also had several friendly battles on the high school and club soccer fields and continued that playing on adult soccer leagues together after returning to Rockford after college. They are often seen together at Dave Matthews Band concerts, boating and tubing down the river, snowboarding in Colorado and attending every outdoor event Rockford has to offer.
Cameron
Groomsman
Cameron is the big brother to the bride. We have shared more memories together than any person in my life! When I was growing up I always wanted to hang out with my brother and his friends. I wasn’t too much into the Barbie or dress up scene. I wanted to be outside playing sports and riding bikes with the boys. Cameron always took me under his wing and kept me safe! We may have gotten into some trouble in our days but I love looking back and laughing at those memories now! I am so proud of everything he has done in his life! I love cheering him on as he speeds down the drag strip!
Cody
Usher
Cody is the brides second best friend in her life, next to her brother, Cameron. We spent a lot of time together growing up being cousins and being so close in age. We still continue to spend as much time as possible together even though we live hours apart. With shared love for volleyball, being on the water, and water sports-we have shared many, many memories together! He’s the bacon master, while I am in charge of making the Bloody Mary’s! When I think back to my childhood memories, almost all of them include Cody, Travis his brother, and Cameron my brother- I wouldn’t have had it any other way!
John
Usher
John is a very close family friend to the bride, who has also became a good friend with the groom. We try out all the new restaurants and repeat visits to our favorite ones! Whether it’s a Cubs game, drinks by the pool, or a comedy show John is always down for a good time or adventure!
Nina RIggins
Officiant
Nina and Adam have been close friends since high school and have strengthened that friendship as adults. They are often seen together boating on the river, at Tad's on the Rocks or any outdoor activity in downtown Rockford. Adria and Nina have also become friends sharing a close friendship and bond with their friend Kayleigh. Adria and Adam are delighted to have Nina officiate our wedding.