Katie & Jeremy
Wedding Party
Katie Bernal
Bride
Born and raised in San Antonio, Texas, Katie has always been close to her family and friends. She attended Texas State University where she studied sound production. After meeting Jeremy, they moved to Austin after college. A few years, job /career changes later, they decided to move across the country to the beautiful Pacific Northwest! They currently live in Seattle, Washington, and Katie works in Graphic Design and Marketing. They love the PNW and all the adventures surrounding them!
Jeremy Jesmer
Groom
Jeremy was born in Waco and grew up in Austin. After meeting Katie in College at Texas State University, they moved to Austin, where he started a career in a completely unrelated field to his very expensive degree. That job ended up providing Jeremy and Katie the ability to relocate to the Pacific Northwest, where they currently reside. Now in Seattle, Jeremy continues to work in the booming Tech Sales industry, still completely unrelated to the very expensive piece of paper he received.
Alexa Kirk
Maid of Honor
Alexa is Katie's older sister by 7.5 years! Katie was really influenced by Alexa's taste in music and food culture growing up, and it's something they enjoy bonding over.
Shawn Allen
Best Man
Jeremy met Shawn back on the Grid Iron at Grisham Middle school. They have been best friends ever since. Shawn currently lives in Austin Texas.
Isabel Ramirez
Bridesmaid
With a shared love of music, cats, and anything creative, Izzy and Katie met in the Sound Recording Program while attending Texas State University.
Steve Rodriguez
Groomsman
Jeremy met Steven back in College as neighbors, however Steven basically turned into an unexpected 4th roommate. Steven currently lives in Houston Texas.
Melissa Crane
Bridesmaid
Friends since 5th grade and college roommates, Katie and Melissa have been through it all together! Melissa is currently living in Okinawa with her husband, but they will soon be joining Katie and Jeremy in Washington!
Joey Mears
Groomsman
Jeremy met Joey back in Elementary School, they grew up 4 houses away from each other and have been brothers since childhood. Joey Currently lives in Austin Texas.
Michelle Jameson
Bridesmaid
Michelle and Katie met in women's choir at Texas State! If you want to compete in movie quotes, Michelle is your girl.
Chad Laisure
Groomsman
Jeremy met Chad in College when Chad was knocking on neighbors doors trying to find fellow Cowboys fans to watch the game- They became friends instantly. Chad currently lives in Austin Texas.
Deimante Baurinaite-Peel
Bridesmaid
Coming all the way from Lithuania, Ireland, and England, Deimante moved all the way to Austin, just to befriend Katie! Funny enough, she is a wedding photographer!
Oliver Peel
Groomsman
Jeremy Met Oli through Katie's friend Dei. Oli is an active hobbyist and is currently mastering the art of Baking. He currently lives in Austin Texas.
Amira Minazz
Bridesmaid
Katie and Amira have been friends since 5th grade and all the way through high school and college! Amira has always been a great listener and advice giver, making her the great therapist she is!
Mike Kennedy
Groomsman
Jeremy met Mike through Shawn back in Middle School. They formed a group of friends that has lasted for decades. Mike currently lives in Austin Texas.
Sara Schiman
Bridesmaid
Katie was one of Sara's first friends when she moved to Austin. They bonded over their world travels and became instant tea buddies! Most of their hangouts include pjs, blankets, and wine!
Steve Kennedy
Groomsman
Jeremy met Steve (Twin brother of Mike) through Shawn in Middle school where they formed a group of friends lasting decades. Steve currently lives in Austin Texas.
Chrissi Valadez
Bridesmaid
Katie and Chrissi go back the furthest, all the way to 4th grade! Harry Potter book release parties were their thing back in the day, and Chrissi is a queen of Disney movies!
JT Madden
Groomsman
Jeremy met JT back in college while working at HEB. JT and Jeremy were separated often during shifts, as they had too much fun together. JT currently lives in Austin, Texas.