Wedding Party
Rachel Brown
Officiant
“Hi! I’m Rachel, Austin’s older sister!! I remember when Austin first told us about Alayna, she seemed too good to be true! And then after meeting her, it just confirmed that she truly is the best and they really are perfect for each other. It makes me SO happy, as an older sister, to see the amazing life they have already created together and how happy they make each other. I’m so excited for her to officially be my sister, too! I am so honored to be a part of their special day and couldn’t be happier for them!!”
Shari Rossow
Matron of Honor
‘I am Alayna’s aunt Shari, her mom’s sister. I’ve known her since she was approximately 5 weeks old (I flew in from NH after she was born to meet her for the first time). I met Austin thru Alayna! ❤️’
Steve Quade
Best Man
best man and father of the groom ‘Some of my favorite memories of Austin are of when I would go down to Belle Plaine where he lived with his mom and we would go bowling every Wednesday, eat at the restaurant in there and then go to the park and he would show me his catching skills while I threw him the football and make up plays. The drive home was always hard for me. That kid/ man can catch!! Advice: Loyalty and always show your love!’
Katie Kvilvang
Bridesmaid
“My name is Katie and I’m a good friend of Alayna’s. I know both Alayna and Austin from EMS. Austin used to be an EMT partner of mine and Alayna was a new medic when I started who I quickly discovered had so much potential and would easily become a best friend of mine… so here we are today.’
PJ Brown
Groomsman
brother of the groom
Jaime Williams
Bridesmaid
‘Hi , my name is Jaime, friend of both the bride and groom. I’m a fellow EMS family member, bringer of the bluntness and chaos. I met the cute and quiet Alayna in medic school and have been friends since. As for Austin, I met him when he was a baby EMR.’
Zach Workman
Groomsman
‘Hey I’m Zach, Austin’s sister’s boyfriend! I’ve been friends with Austin’s family for years, we grew up together. Looking forward to celebrating Austin and Alayna!’
Jon Wilson
Bridesman
‘Hello all! My name is John I am a paramedic with Alayna at North Memorial ambulance service. I met Alayna and Austin both through work and me and WAYNA instantly bonded and realized that we’re basically the same person. When WAYNA asked me to be a part of their big day of course I said yes! PS: WAYNA, if you decide that a straight man is too much for you to handle (like I have) I’ll support you living the best of both worlds. 😉’
Alex Quade
Groomsman
brother of the groom
Brandon Svoboda
Groomsman
‘Hi my name is Brandon. I met Austin through work when he was a baby with a bad mustache, long hair and consumed a 12 pack of red bull a day. We became friends through long car rides with strangers and endless hours in Buhl. I also met Wayna through work. Our shifts together were always uneventful and monotonous. Some advice for the new couple; no more red bull for Austin, WWE is fake and always remember; Whopper, Whopper.’
Conner Flohaug
Groomsman
‘I’m Conner! I’m a current PA student but before that I worked as an EMT for MEDS-1 ambulance service where I met both Austin and Alayna! They took me in as the new guy, made me feel welcomed and encouraged me to be the best EMT I could be. It didn’t take too long before I became trauma bonded with both of them and the friendship has continued ever since!’
Jaxon Trondson
Ring Bearer
Jaxon is 6 years old and in Kindergarten! His favorite food is pizza and he wants to be a police officer when he grows up.
Mason Baker
Ring Bearer
Mason is 6 years old and in 1st grade! Funnily enough, he has the same answer as his brother and his favorite food is also pizza and he wants to be a police officer when he grows up too!
Kameron Baker-Quade
Flower Girl
Kameron is 1 year old! her favorite food is spaghetti but also goldfish crackers, and she loves watching Miss Rachel and Bluey.
Peyton Baker-Quade
Flower Girl
Peyton is 3 years old and in Pre-school! her favorite food is fruit and she wants to be a princess when she grows up. also-she invented the name ‘wayna’
Michelle Zlimen
Mother of the Bride
‘When Alayna was around 3, she was trying to get her grandpas attention as we were all visiting. She got angry and said “Grandpa, be attention”. Don’t underestimate Alayna, when she wants something, she’ll do her best to achieve it.’
John Zlimen
Father of the Bride
‘We have been married for almost 27 years. Our advice to you both is to respect each other and always validate each others feelings.’
Colleen Quade
Mother of the Groom
Having known Austin since he was just a little 3 year old- it will be hard to pick one memory!! Since this is for your wedding I’ll pick the memory from our wedding! Let’s just say I sure hope Austin walks down the aisle ALOT better than he did for ours😂. Steve sure had a hard time keeping a straight happy face trying to entice Austin to walk down the aisle with him! The only advice I can give you both for your marriage is to be honest and kind above all else. Everything else will fall into place with trust and kindness. Many blessings on your upcoming marriage.
