Wedding Party
Kathleen Lester
Matron of Honor
Kathleen and Allison met at Jessie Nielsen's (other matron of honor) wedding in 2014. Kathleen quickly became a dear friend as her heart is one of the biggest you'll ever find, and her sincere generosity and love for others makes her someone everyone wants to be around. In January of 2018, Kathleen married Patrick and Allison was thrilled to stand by her side throughout her big day. Kathleen--You have become one of my favorite humans on this earth. I always look forward to seeing your bright, beautiful smile whenever I can. We love you so much and cannot thank you enough for everything you have done and continue to do for us and for our wedding.
Jessie Nielsen
Matron of Honor
Allison and Jessie met during college, in the elite vocal group the "Troubadors". They kept being assigned to sit next to each other either because their voices blended well together--or their music director saw the potential friendship at hand! A few years later, as they were both seniors, they lived together for a year and truly became best friends. In 2014, Allison was honored to stand next to Jessie as her Maid of Honor in her wedding--and here it comes full circle! Jessie--Where do I even begin? The years between us have been full of exciting adventurous, hilarious memories, and so much more. You are truly my chosen sister through life, and I know there's many more memories yet to be made. Thank you for everything you have done to make our day a special one.
Briana Whitehead
Bridesmaid
Briana and Allison met while they both worked at Carrabbas. Jordan, Briana's husband now, was one of Allison's closest friends who also worked at the restaurant. Soon after, Jordan and Briana were married and Allison was lucky enough to be there and celebrate with them. They now have three beautiful children, and "Aunt Allison" loves them all so much! Briana--I cannot thank you enough for standing up with me on our big day. You have always been a dear friend, and your entire family has such a special place in my heart. I love that our friendship did not start off typically--because I think that's what makes the friendship so real now. Thank you both for everything!
Brandon Tracy
Best Man
From study buddies in school to inadvertently single and intoxicated homies in WoW, we've been through more ups and downs together than I can possibly list. We've always been there for for each other through the good and the bad without waiver, without question. May our friendship be as long and well cared for as your majestic beard.
Joseph Haines
Groomsman
Forever my stoic lead guitarist, our friendship started in a way that was creepily similar to the movie Step Brothers: Me: You play MTG? Joe: YUP! Me: You like Rock Band? Joe: YUP! Me/Joe simultaneously in Borat impersonation voice: VERY NAAAAYCE!
Joshua McKnight
Groomsman
The first friend I ever had... We've supported each other while unavoidably maintaining a competitive nature at the same time. You may have finally beaten me in the "height" category, but I've still got you in the "good looks" department.