Margo & Benjamin
Wedding Party
Megan Klode
Maid of Honor
Margo and Megan met through Illini Service Dogs in 2018- they were paired as 'big and little' and became friends instantly! Margo and Megan lived together from 2019-2020, and Megan helped Margo get ready for her first date with Ben.
Erin Ripple
Bridesmaid
Erin and Margo are friends from birth! They grew up dancing, attending church, and playing sports together. Erin transferred to U of I in the Fall of 2019, and she was one of the first to be introduced to Ben after Margo started dating him.
Cambell Lanier
Bridesmaid
Cambell and Margo are often mistaken as twins when they go out in public together, even though Cambell is four years younger than her older sister. Cambell just finished her freshman year at UIUC, and enjoys fishing with Ben in Decatur.
Hannah Tschetter
Bridesmaid
Hannah is Ben's youngest- and only- sister! She recently finished her junior year at the University of Illinois, majoring in Hospitality Management. She enjoys cooking, baking, and playing with the family's Boston Terrier, Daisy.
Tyler Erhard
Best Man
Ben and Tyler were childhood friends from a young age, lost touch for a few years, but reunited in Jr. High and have been close friends since. Ben and Tyler attended Judah for high school as well as both Parkland and UIUC (where Tyler studied business) for college. Tyler was the first person Ben told about Margo, and now the three enjoy socializing and having dinner with friends each week.
Noah Marrera
Groomsman
Noah is Ben's cousin, and the two have remained close their whole lives. Noah is a graduate from Liberty University and now works in Chicago. He loves Jesus and America, and will make sure you know it! You can often find him playing or watching sports, working out, and looking for good times.
Sam Tschetter
Groomsman
Sam is the older of Ben's two younger brothers. He is a 2022 graduate of Judah Christian School. He is a huge pizza junkie and a fan of all things 90's. He enjoys hanging out with friends and playing basketball, but his favorite pastime is collecting and playing retro games with Ben.
Toby Tschetter
Groomsman
Toby is the younger of Ben's two younger brothers. He recently completed his sophomore year at Judah Christian School. Toby loves playing games with his family, playing with the family dog, Daisy, and washing dishes.
Trent Marrera
Usher
Trent is Ben's cousin - Noah's younger brother - and the first of his family to meet Margo. He's a Junior at UIUC and studies business. Trent loves hanging out with friends, volunteering at a Christian camp he's attended for years, and helping coach baseball.
Brandon Carmichael
Usher
Brandon is one of Ben's first friends, and the two grew up together. From late night gaming to Office marathons, they've done it all. Brandon graduated from St Joseph High School in 2017, and then moved to Texas for college where he now resides with his wife Ashlyn.
Zach Carmichael
Usher
Zach is also one of Ben's very first friends, and the older brother of Brandon. The three boys share countless memories growing up together, and Ben and Margo have also been fortunate to spend time with Zach when he's come back to Illinois for visits. He is a UIUC MBA graduate, works remotely, and currently is exploring the United States looking for a city he loves enough to reside.
Sadie Jane Theisen
Flower Girl
Sadie is currently a first grader in Nashville, TN. She enjoys playing with Legos as well as Pokemon. Fun fact- Sadie will turn 7 on Ben and Margo's wedding day!