Wedding Party
Taylor
Matron of Honor
Hi! My name is Taylor, I am Sarah's Matron of Honor. Currently, I'm a Graphic Designer at Phoenix Creative. I'm married to my high school sweetheart, Brandon, and together we have a daughter named Tinsley. In my spare time I love to snow ski, draw, go shopping, and hang out with my sweet pup named Bentley. It's a funny story how I met Sarah and Tyler. In high school my husband had a Chemistry class with Sarah and he nicknamed her "Ship" because of her last name. I would always hear her nickname come up in conversations we had but I never ended up meeting her. Several years passed and Brandon started playing hockey at the YMCA. He told me he met a really cool guy named Tyler who just got a Corgi. He invited Tyler and Sarah over for a play date with our two corgis. When I met Sarah, I was so nervous but we clicked and instantly became best friends. Yes, we bonded over our Corgis when we first met but we have built an amazing friendship that I'm forever grateful for.
Brandon
Best Man
Hi, my name is Brandon, and I am Tyler's best man. I met Tyler through Gong Show Hockey at the YMCA. We immediately became really good friends after our first hockey game. He always talked about his girlfriend Sarah. You could really tell they had a great relationship. Funny enough, I have known Sarah longer than Tyler has. Years ago, we met in high school Chemistry class and I nicknamed her "Ship" because of her last name (Blankenship). I work as a Probation Officer and in my spare time I enjoy hunting, fishing, golfing, and playing hockey. I am also happily married (to Taylor, the maid of honor) and we have a beautiful daughter named Tinsley.
Joelle
Bridesmaid
Hi everyone! My name is Joelle, I am one of Sarah's bridesmaids. Sarah and Tyler have become two of my best friends in the last 4 years and it all started when I started dating Cory, one of the groomsmen. In 2019, Cory introduced me to Tyler at a Blues game I was working at, and Tyler asked me if I had any single friends. I didn't at the time, thankfully, because it led to him and Sarah meeting just a few weeks later! We all became the best of friends so quick! I could not imagine what life would be like if I would not have met Sarah and Tyler. They are the most kind, caring, funny, selfless, (I could go on and on), couple out there. Cory and I are so blessed to call them our best friends! I am so excited to stand by Sarah's side as she marries the love of her life and stick by both their sides as we grow through life and our friendship. Can't wait for the future to come!
Cory
Groomsman
Hello, I am Cory Johnson, a groomsman for Tyler. Him and I first met my sophomore year of high school when Tyler was a junior, but we knew of each other years prior. He and I played hockey on the same team for years and I looked up to him as a player on the ice. We stayed in touch over the years but got really close post college. He is now a best friend of mine and to witness the man he's become after meeting Sarah is truly amazing and I can't wait to stand next to and support them in their marriage for years to come.
Morgan
Bridesmaid
Hi! My name is Morgan Krapf and I am the sister of the groom. I am a Physical Therapist Assistant at Alton Physical Therapy. I am the middle child, in between my older brother Tyler and my younger brother Carson. While Tyler is my brother, he is also a built-in best friend. I always tell people I was born in an ice rink, because a majority of my life has been spent watching Tyler play hockey. I have watched his love for the sport grow over all these years. I am so happy Tyler has found someone so genuine, caring, and who loves hockey as much as we do! The very first time I met Sarah was at our high school prom. She was wearing a stunning dress. Not knowing her at all, I walked up and told her how beautiful her dress was and how pretty she looked. We both didn't know it at the time, but later on we would meet again when she and Tyler came to a Blues watch party during the Stanley Cup playoffs. Sarah and I ended up sitting right next to each other and talked the entire night. I wouldn't trade the relationship I have with Sarah for anything. She is one of my best friends and soon to be sister! I cannot wait to see her on her special day, in a new stunning dress. I know she will be absolutely beautiful!
Carson
Groomsman
Hi, I am Carson, brother of the groom. I am the youngest of the three of us. Tyler and I both share a love of hockey and other sports. Growing up, Tyler and I always seemed to be close even though we are quite a few years apart. We always have a good time when we get together no matter what we do. Whether we play hockey, watch a hockey game, play video games, or find awesome last minute seats at the Blues games our time together is something I will always cherish. I am thankful for all of the memories we have made over the years and look forward to the memories we will make in the future and now with Sarah being part of them.
Candace
Bridesmaid
Hello everyone! I am Sarah’s older sister Candace. My husband Jon and I have two children, Jon David & Sylvia. I was 11 when I first met Sarah. She was an answer to one of my biggest prayers – to finally have a baby sister. I imagined her being someone I could talk to and play with…little did I know that as true little siblings do, she was always in my stuff and stealing my favorite lip gloss. No, I’m still not over it. However, she was and still is to this day, one of my very best friends and I wouldn’t have it any other way. When I met Tyler, it was not quite as special as it was with Sarah. Nonetheless, the more we have gotten to know Tyler, our love for him has grown more and more. We have enjoyed going to Uncle Tyler’s hockey games and cheering him on and Aunt Sarah always brings the best snacks! When I look at Sarah and Tyler, I see the love that they share and how perfectly they complement one another. We are honored and so excited to share in this very special time with you both! Love you Typhoon & Sar-Bear!
Dominic
Groomsman
Hi, my name is Dominic Warren. I grew up playing hockey and baseball and still to this day, I love to play hockey! I met TK back when we were in middle school. We both were playing in a roller league at the YMCA in Edwardsville that his dad helped coach. It seemed like we were the only two on the team that knew how to play and what to do which instantly connected us. Growing up, we played on the same high school team and that is when we really became best friends. An now, here we are, still playing hockey together after all of these years and I just have to skate around and get the puck back (that I usually give away anyways), and then find the big fella for his powerful shot! Nothing has really changed!
Sarah
Bridesmaid
I met Sarah through the Hockey league that Tyler and my husband play on. I was sitting at the table next to Sarah and thought I recognized her through the hockey league's "Better Halves" group, so I decided to introduce myself. The twist is that I actually thought she was someone else. As soon as she told me her name was Sarah too, we instantly bonded. We continued to talk more and more each game and realized we had so much in common. It wasn’t long until the four of us got together and the rest is history.
Nick
Groomsman
I met Tyler through my wife Sarah who had made friends with Sarah B while watching our hockey games. After a while, the two girls sparked a friendship up and we were invited to get together with some of Tyler and Sarah's friends. Tyler and I played against each other a few times but that get together started our friendship with Tyler and Sarah. Ever since then, we've gotten together for comedy shows, birthdays, and holidays, or just casual hang outs. Sarah and I are so happy that we met Tyler and Sarah because they're such a great couple and have made us feel like old friends in such a short time.
Anna
Bridesmaid
Hi, my name is Anna! I am the little sister of the bride. Looking back, I remember always wanting to do the same things Sarah did, all the way down to playing soccer for the YMCA for 5+ years. Here we are now, all grown up and I am making her promise to design my house so it looks like hers. I remember meeting Tyler for the first time and knowing what they had was something special. My favorite thing about Sarah and Tyler has always been that no matter the situation, they always find a way to laugh. My heart is so full knowing she found someone who loves her to no end. Love you both!
Jeff
Groomsman
I met Tyler through online gaming several years ago. We quickly became friends over our common interests that included gaming, sports (mainly hockey), family, and friends. I was fortunate enough to be able to visit Tyler and meet the love of his life, Sarah, in St. Louis. Tyler, Sarah, and their family and friends are the absolute best and I am thankful for them every day!
Chris
Groomsman
I've known Sarah since Kindergarten and we went to school together for many years. I met Tyler through my cousin Dom back in high school and we have been like brothers ever since! So many awesome memories have been made with Tyler through out the years and it was mind blowing when Tyler and Sarah ended up together! My life long friend and my best friend are together and happy and I have much love for them and their future!