Wedding Party
Kelsie Shoup
Bride
Bobby Evans
Groom
Olivia Solanina
Maid of Honor
Hi, I am Olivia! Kelsie is my best friend since birth! We go way back. My sister, Mauresa & I were lucky enough to have a camp next to Kelsie growing up. We spent almost every weekend in the summer at West Monterey exploring, riding quads, boating, and making the absolute funniest memories. It was always us three. The Morticia to my Barbie, we couldn’t be more alike! Kelsie & I have spent many years bonding through our funny humor, our inside jokes, the up’s & downs of life, spirituality, hot yoga, & our love for shopping lol. (We love a girls day). We have stuck by each other’s side through it ALL. There’s no greater friend than kelsie to me, she truly is my sister!
Gabe Taylor
Best Man
Me and Bobby met while we were both enlisted in the army at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. He was trying to sign for a pizza I had ordered to my room. The next day he didn’t even remember that incident and from that moment on we became steadfast friends fueled by our mutual suffering in the army. Along our army career we got into loads of debauchery and good times in and out of uniform together and with friends. Once out of the army we both went into the trades and kept in touch despite living far away. Bobby has been there for me through the good and bad and I’m honored he chose me as his best man. I work as a plumber at the Local 130 in Illinois and am married to my wife Makayla and we have one daughter, Korra together.
Zoe Geissler
Bridesmaid
Kelsie and I are cousins and many of our favorite childhood memories include each other! Growing up we were always together from a very young age and continued a close relationship throughout the years. It was always me, my older brother TJ (Kelsie’s cousin) and Kelsie getting into trouble and making each other laugh. I am so happy to be able to stand next to her on her wedding day. I work in accounting, have two big and beautiful cats, and am engaged to my fiancé, Sam.
Jordan Prather
Groomsman
I am Jordan Prather. Bobby and I met each other in 2017 serving in the Army. He lived down the hall from me in the barracks. I have some of my best memories from spending almost every day together for over 3 years. We worked hard but we played even harder. Kelsie is the perfect match for Bobby and am looking forward to celebrating them! I am a supply chain analyst, and live in Northeast Nebraska with my significant other, McKenzie and our daughter, Emerson.
Mauresa Solanina
Bridesmaid
I’m Mauresa! I’ve known Kelsie all our lives. Our family’s are neighbors at our camp. We’ve been with each other through all of the milestones in each other’s lives! Kelsie is more of a sister than a friend. We grew up riding quads, mudding, adventuring, boating and jet skiing. Many of my favorite memories involve Kelsie! I’m a mother to 3 boys, Jasper, Bennett and Owen. I’m also the older sister to the maid of honor, Olivia.
Chris Sanson
Groomsman
I met Bobby in 2017, he was one of first people that made feel welcomed when I got to Fort Campbell. He always looked out for me, ever since then I always saw him as my older brother. We’ve had countless crazy and bizarre memories torgether that I will always cherish. I remember when he first started talking to Kelsie, they have definitely come a long way. This is definitely the happiest I’ve seen Bobby and I’m so happy they are finally tying the knot. Much love Bobby and Kelsie, I will always have love for y’all. PS: Kelsie, keep my first gym buddy happy ❤️
Brandi Buchignani
Bridesmaid
Kelsie and I met while working together at St. John’s, and instantly she became a good friend. We bonded over our love for the unique and the unusual. I’ve lost track on how long I have known Kelsie, but time is fluid anyway.
Brandon Shoup
Groomsman
As the older brother of the bride, I obviously met Bobby through Kelsie. Bobby is a great fit for Kelsie and I enjoy hanging out with him too. The three of us bond over crappy horror movies frequently. I’m looking forward to watching the two of them take this step in their relationship.
Autum Crookshank
Bridesmaid
Hi my names Autum and I am a mother of two. I've known Kelsie for about 6 years now and it didn't take long for us to become close. She is one of the strongest people I know and such an amazing mother, she deserves the absolute world! She along with a few other people in the bridal party are one of the many reasons I enjoyed going into work, we have had so many good memories and I miss working along side all of them. I have been waiting for Kels and Bobby to start this journey from the beginning, and I knew at some point we would get to this moment and I am so incredibly excited and happy for the both of them and Briar. I am also absolutely honored to get to be apart of this beautiful wedding, I simply cannot wait to see these two souls become one!
Kyle Albaugh
Groomsman
Brandon (Bobby) and I met back in second grade, and he’s been like a brother since. He’s been there for me through a lot of good and bad times, and I’m honored to be part of his and Kelsie’s wedding!
Heather Clemons
Bridesmaid
My name is Heather, and I am a 45 year old mother of 7. I met Kelsie at work at St. John’s. I have known Kelsie for about 5 years now. We have the kind of friendship where we don't have to talk every day but we know if we ever need each other, we could call on one another and we will be there. My favorite moment that will forever stick out to me was the night Kelsie and I were at work, and we sat at a table and just talked for hours. We really had a heart to heart. My understandings of the woman, mother, and fiancé- just the human being herself- made me realize of how truly special she is. I feel that was the moment I was lucky to have this special, unique, and amazing person in my life to call my friend. When she asked me to be part of her special day, I can't express the joy and honor I felt. I am thankful I get to be part of one of the biggest moments of her life.
James Maxwell
Groomsman
I met Brandon (Bobby) in second grade. I’d say little further down the road, we became pretty good friends, and then he became like my brother. I’ve seen him transform himself into who he is today. You may ask who that is- just look, a great man stands before you, who I am proud to call my brother. There are many things I could bring up about our lives together, but I guess the most important is that he is still someone who comes around not just when it’s convenient.