Ami & Justin
Wedding Party
Allie Keller
Matron of Honor
Allie is a hard working momma of Lyla & fur babies Frank & Abe, wife to husband Andrew, and also Ami's best friend. It all started when Ami & Allie met Freshman year at UNI when they lived in the same dorm, and Allie found out Ami was also from Minneapolis and could catch a ride home. Since the day they met, the 2 of them have been each other's 1st call. (Next to their spouses of course...sometimes.) Allie & Ami have and always will be there for each other when it's not their day, week, month, or even their year. Allie shares the love of tacos & Margaritas with Ami.
Aaron Gnirk
Best Man
Justin and Aaron's friendship really started to grow when they studied abroad in Australia together. He was one of five others I shared an apartment with while over there. While we were there we went on numerous trips together including the Great Barrier Reef to go scuba diving, also went sky diving on that same trip, spent 10 days in a camper van while exploring New Zealand. After coming back from Australia he was always around and hanging out. When he did move in to take Dylan's spot not much changed besides him sleeping in his own bed instead of on our couch. He is very hardworking and a loyal friend. He loves to travel, try new beers (specifically IPAs) watch sports, and explore new areas.
Erika Menke
Bridesmaid
Erika & Ami meet while both studying Interior Design at UNI. Both love geeking out over design & art. Erika and her boyfriend Kelley know where to find the best coffee! They love to travel & explore when they aren’t at home with their cat Luna. Erika & Ami can't be left alone for too long because they are always up for anything so we never know what they will get into.
Josh Johnson
Groomsman
Justin has known Josh since 8th grade. We technically had a 7th-grade history together but I don't believe we talked to one another then. I do remember that ridiculous afro he had though. Once we became friends we were inseparable, during spirit weeks he would call me to see what I was wearing for each day. He's always been there for me and I've always been there for him. I somehow convinced him to go to St. Cloud State with me and be my roommate where his outgoing personality helped me meet a lot more people than I would have normally. He's a person that can get along with anyone. He and his wife Tori have two cute dogs named Fin and Leo. He's a huge history buff, loves to travel, drink wine and talk about Star Wars and Lord of the Rings.
Jeni Dorn
Bridesmaid
Jeni and Ami met back in 7th grade when they rode the same bus and soon realized they also went to HNOJ Church together as well. As high school came & they ended up at different schools, but that didn't stop them. Ami & Jeni's friendship has always stayed tight even when they are apart. Jeni enjoys biking with her husband Brandon.
Kevin Sauer
Groomsman
Kevin and Justin met freshman year at St. Cloud State. He lived diagonally across the hall with his high school friend Dylan and I was living with my high school friend Josh. We instantly clicked, one of the first memories I have with Kevin is riding in his beautiful red Pontiac GTO on our way to Target for some special freshman-only shopping deal. We were roommates all throughout college and it was filled with movie nights, playing knee hockey, nerf wars and so many other random activities. He loves to work on cars, he and his wife Annie renovated a school bus into a camper bus where they went on a three week trip out west. He also loves to go snowmobiling, dirt bike riding, and really anything with a motor he is interested in.
Rachel Peterson
Bridesmaid
Rachel met Ami over 10 years ago in high school. Rachel played basketball with Ami though Rachel was much better than Ami! Rachel was excited to hear Ami moved back to the cities after college. Rachel & husband for almost a year, Thomas, have always been the best couple to 3rd wheel before Justin came along! Rachel is always for Ami's crazy ideas. You can normally find us at a good brunch, or happy hour, especially if the Steelers are playing. Rachel LOVES the Steelers! Rachel & Tom also share Ami & Justin's love of travel!
Dylan Tischer
Groomsman
Dylan and Justin met freshman year at St. Cloud State. He lived diagonally across the hall with his high school friend Kevin and I was living with my high school friend Josh. One day we were at the mall and we passed a Dairy Queen. I asked him what his favorite flavor blizzard was, he answered double fudge cookie dough. I exclaimed that was my favorite! For some reason the next question I asked was when his birthday was. He answered April 15th, which is my birthday as well! That's the day we discovered we were birthday buddies. He loved to walk into my dorm room after I got back from class and take a nap on my bed while I played Skyrim, every so often he would wake up and check on my progress. He was my roommate for almost all of college and was always down for something spontaneous. He is a husband to Ella and a great dad to his daughter Kara. He loves working on cars and driving anything that has a motor on it.
Katie VanNatta
Honor Attendant
Katie & Ami met at Suds, a bar in Cedar Falls. Katie & Ami enjoyed being single together as all our friends gained boyfriends and spouses! Even though Katie still lives in Iowa, they make an effort to get together more than once a year!
Sarah Burns
Honor Attendant
Sarah also met Ami Freshman year at UNI and also lived down the hall from Ami & Allie. Sarah is known as Dr. Sarah to them. Sarah and her husband Josh live in Ames, but Ami & Justin make sure to get together as much as we can. They also love to bike in their free time. Enjoy new games and drinks with friends!
Alex Jensen
Usher
Ami's not so little Brother! You will be able to see this giant! Alex is living the college life, that most of us miss to an extent. He is enjoying his last and final year of football for the University of South Dakota as he finishes up grad school. GO YOTES! Ami is so happy that he will be taking the weekend off to celebrate with her! Alex loves to be outdoors, fishing, drinking, boating, drinking, & more.
Greg Bringgold
Usher
Greg is Justin's brother in law, Brittny's husband. Greg loves their pup, Jax! When he's not teaching or studying for grad school, you can find him on the golf course. He is much better than Brittny & Ami even put together. Greg also gets to go on all the double dates, the girls plan! He also enjoys a good happy hour!
Brittny Bringgold
Chaos Coordinator
Brittny is Justin's older sister, momma of dog, Jax, & wife to Greg. Ami & Brittny bonded over being the oldest & all things beauty. Brittny & Ami often take turns planning double dates for the boys! Brittny loves aerial, trying new recipes, wine, and loving on their dog Jax.
Kathy & Dave
Mother & Bonus Dad of Groom
Kathy & Dave are very excited for the wedding & gaining a daughter! They are also new dog parents to Maggie. They are SO excited for the wedding day!! You will find Kathy on the dance floor! Dave will also wish he was at the lake and fishing.
Brenda & Del
Parents of the Bride
Brenda & Del are very excited to have Justin officially join the family! They love to travel especially when it is to watch Alex play football. Mom enjoys it when Dad leaves to catch the big one because she finally gets some time to herself with the tv not blasting. We are very excited to put them to work with some projects when we buy a house soon after the wedding!
Brian & Mia
Father & Bonus Mother of Groom
Brian & Mia are also very excited for the wedding! Brian is extactic to enjoy the wedding and not behind the scenes cooking for once. Brian & Justin share the love of all things Hockey! Justin & Ami also enjoy his dad's BBQ. Brian & Mia a very excited to soon welcome the newest Anderson to the family. Mia & Ami share the love of being artsy fartsy. They are enjoying the joys of being a new dog mom & dad to Memphis!