Wedding Party
Chloe Heiny
Maid of Honor
Chloe and I have been friends since middle school. We met in eighth grade through mutual friends and clicked immediately. We ended up going to IU together and getting even closer throughout college. Chloe now lives with us and has taken on the responsibilities and honor of becoming Violets "Uncle Bob". Chloe has seen all the crazy turns our lives have taken, and we are beyond happy she is going to be a part of this next chapter.
Caleb White
Groomsman
Caleb met Caleb at drill when both Calebs arrived at the airborne company. It wasn't long until they had deemed themselves Caleb squared and were manufacturing plans to build a compound with extensive tunnel networks.
Erin Grooms
Matron of Honor
Erin and I met freshman year of college, when she was still Erin Fulford, through random roommate assignment. We were strangers who were required to live together in the same room sharing a bunkbed for almost a whole year. We were fast friends because we shared the trait of being homebodies. We enjoyed our quiet time and confided in each other about the stresses of school. We talked for hours and laughed often. We ended up living together for junior and senior year as well. It's crazy to think that a stranger became such a close friend. Amber had the pleasure of standing next to Erin when she married her Husband Brett and we are so excited she gets to stand by us when we get married.
Maan Murad
Best Man
Maan and I met in middle school shortly after he immigrated to the United States. We had classes together throughout middle school and high school. Later we shared a house in college. Maan is my best man and has known me the longest out of the men of the wedding partyl
Nicole Harris
Bridesmaid
Nicole and I met through Chloe at IU and immediately enjoyed talking to her. We would all go out to The Upstairs Pub and play music video bingo and chat. Nicole is another one of our friends that Amber had the pleasure of standing by while she married her Husband Jackson. After graduating college Nicole and Jackson sadly moved to Atlanta. We have kept a long-distance friendship, and we are thrilled she agreed to be one of the Bridesmaids.
JD Piezcul
Groomsman
JD and I met through the military at the same time I met Caleb. JD and I quickly became friends after learning he and Amber were both from the same town of Crown Point and vaguely knew each other. JD and I hung out many times in Bloomington and up north in the years to come before deploying.
Aurora Hesser
Bridesmaid
Aurora and I have known each other since elementary school. We were in a lot of the same classes and talked frequently. We became a lot closer after hanging out with her and Chloe. She has been there for all of us ever since. We are truly lucky to have her join us for our big day.
Logan Zlaich
Groomsman
Logan "Meatball" Zlaich was one of the better members of the original 2-1. (2nd platoon 1st squad) that I deployed with. I had many a 12 hour day with Logan in the towers of Africa and conversations that won't be forgotten. Logan made several trips to Bloomington to see Amber and I in our earlier years together as we traveled to him as well.
Quinn Mehal
Bridesmaid
I have known Quinn since she was about six years old. We were neighbors and her and Tyler would play with each other in our front yard all the time. 12 years later and her and Tyler have now been dating for about 3 years. We love her like a sister and cannot stress enough how amazing of an auntie she’s been to Violet. We are so excited she gets to be apart of our wedding day.
Tyler Juergens
Groomsman
Tyler is not only my brother but someone we are happy to call our friend as well. Tyler and Caleb immediately got along after being introduced and have been friends ever since. We are so excited he is a part of our wedding day.
Hannah Patrick
Bridesmaid
Hannah is my little sister who Violet runs to often just before hugging her Gigi. Hannah growing up was always the quiet observant one plotting my demise in any game waiting to strike. She was always drawing or painting something and hand made the first ring I gave Amber.
Kyle Lawson
Groomsman
Kyle is someone who I've watched grow exponentially from when we first met at the unit to today. Many hours were spent from Bloomington to the towers in Kenya talking about life, random facts, and whatever else the day brought. He's motivated me many times and given advice that has guided me to where I'm at today. BTA 1-1
Maddie Patrick
Bridesmaid
Maddie is my little sister who is constantly striving to be the "favorite aunt" to Violet. Growing up Maddie and I would spend time perfecting our minecraft worlds and playing outside with friends. She was always ready to take down the boys in backyard football and I'm sure nothing has changed there.
John Heath
Groomsman
John and I met in high school on the football field where we quickly became friends. He was another house mate of myself and Maan in college and was the undisputed champion of living room basketball.