Wedding Party
Allie Grombala
Bride
Brian Aurich
Groom
Abby Fry
Matron of Honor
Abby and Allie have been best friends since freshman year of high school. They played high school and competitive volleyball together and have grown closer over the years as they grew their faith in God and managed their long distance friendship through college as Allie went to school in Fort Myers, and Abby in Kentucky. Both girls would often spend their days at the beach whenever they weren't practicing or training. Abby has always been someone that Allie looks up to as a godly example on how to live out your life for the Lord. Currently, Abby works in marketing and is married to her husband Will.
Brady Aurich
Best Man
As the second oldest sibling, Brady is currently pursuing his academic passions as a Junior at the University of South Florida where he is diligently studying accounting. Beyond the classroom and cracking jokes, Brady showcases his gifted side as a self-taught pianist, effortlessly filling rooms with sweet melodies that showcase his natural talent.
Falyn Aurich
Maid of Honor
Falyn and Allie's bond has grown over the last 5 years as the two have turned into the sisters that neither had. The two were introduced at their church's youth ministry and over the years have bonded over baking, sunset walks, and their love for God. Falyn has been a true spiritual role model for Allie and encourages her constantly in her faith. Falyn is currently pursuing a degree in biblical counseling at Boyce College in Kentucky, where she balances her studies with her amazing gift of baking.
Brogan Aurich
Groomsman
Despite Brogan being the youngest Aurich, his humor surpasses the funniest comedian you know, his constant laughter fills a room, and his priority is always his family. Brogan is graduating high school this coming May and plans to continue his work as a plumber when he's not busy fishing with Brian.
Emily Grombala
Bridesmaid
Emily is Allie's closest cousin. Both girls grew up laughing and playing together despite Emily being born and raised in Michigan and Allie in Florida. The two always would make time for long walks together or a fun craft to complete when they visited each other. Emily is a recent graduate from Hope College in Holland, Michigan where she studied marketing and communications. She also loves the beach and spending time down in Florida any chance that she gets, maybe because her favorite cousin is there.
Nathan Curtis
Groomsman
Nate and Brian met in 6th grade at their small Christian school and have been inseparable ever since. Both have gotten closer and closer over the years through bonding over fishing and working different jobs together through high school. Nate is currently working at a fabrication shop in Clearwater where he's focusing on expanding his experience in welding and sheet metal.
Milan Gillum
Bridesmaid
Brian and Milan's friendship dates back to their high school days, long before Brian and Allie started dating. When Allie entered the picture, Milan was quickly introduced, and the two instantly clicked. Their friendship has been non-stop ever since, with conversations flowing effortlessly from morning to night, paused briefly only by good food and laughter. On the horizon, Milan is eagerly anticipating her own wedding to Aidan Sebban, one of Brian's groomsmen, later this year.
Ryan Moser
Groomsman
Brian and Ryan met in 6th grade at their small Christian middle school. Both have bonded over the years primarily through fishing in any body of water within a 50 mile radius and working jobs together through high school. Ryan is currently working for Raymond James as a retirement planner.
Anabelle Wallace
Bridesmaid
Anabelle and Allie stumbled upon each other in college as each was looking for a new roommate. After meeting through a local church's college ministry the two started rooming together their sophomore year of college and stuck by each others side through their graduation in December of 2024. Both girls would spend their time together either on the beach or binging the next best Netflix series. Anabelle currently runs her own photography business in Fort Myers and is a proud "dog mom" to her havanese bichon mix, Enzo.
Caleb Copek
Groomsman
Brian and Caleb met in 6th grade at their small Christian middle school. Both bonded over their love for fishing and the outdoors. Brian and Caleb would often find themselves scouring Google Earth for new spots to fish during lunch in high school and eagerly waiting for the next time they could be on the water. They've since grown closer as the two enjoy anything outdoors from golfing to exploring uncharted fishing spots. Caleb is currently in his residency for anesthesiology.
Danielle Ressler
Bridesmaid
Dani and Allie's friendship dates back to their 6th grade year when they were introduced at church. Despite the two going to different schools, having different hobbies, and ending up at different churches, the two have remained inseparable over the years always making time to grab a cup of coffee and catch up for hours on end. Dani is currently working for a real estate company in St. Petersburg and is newly married to her husband Greyson.
Aidan Sebban
Groomsman
Aidan and Brian have been best friends since their junior year in high school and have bonded over the years playing poker and sharing a similar taste in cigars. Aidan and his relatives have become like a second family to Brian as they never fail to make him feel like one of their own. Aiden is currently working in his family business specializing in sales and planning his upcoming wedding with his fiancé, Milan.
Desmond Conway
Groomsman
Des has been like a brother to Brian since their junior year of high school. The two met working a summer job at their church and have grown closer since over basketball and their love for God. Des is currently a junior at Appalachian Bible College in West Virginia where he is studying theology and sports analytics. Despite the two being states apart they still manage to visit each other when they can, and call often.
Chad Fernandez
Groomsman
Chad and Brian met freshman year of high school. The two first bonded over their overwhelming passion for fishing and the outdoors. From sneaking out of class early, or staying out till all hours of the night to fish, it’s safe to say that Chad and Brian have used the sport to bond and grow together as friends over the years. Chad is currently working for an oil company in Texas but makes time to fish with Brian as much as possible with his time off.
Luke Baxter
Groomsman
Luke has been one of Brian's good friends since his junior year of high school while they were working at a local bait shop. The two thought their paths might not have crossed again after the job, but soon after they reconvened the summer after Brian's senior year of high school. Brian and Luke both share a huge passion for fishing and wildlife conservation. The two enjoy every opportunity they get to take their boats out together. Luke currently is working for his family's business in analytics.