Ashley & BrantAshley & Brant

Wedding PartyWedding Party

Clarke CrosbyClarke Crosby

Officiant

Hello everyone, My name is Clarke, I'm the friend you can call for anything, and there for everything. I've been one of Ashley's best friends for years and now I am honored to officiate their wedding. I have had so many great adventures with Brant and Ashley and made alot of unforgettable memories throughout our friendship and their relationship. I look forward to many more memories with them in the future.

Leslie HauptLeslie Haupt

Maid of Honor

Hey! I'm Les. I'm a mom of two. I've lived in Pine County for the majority of my life. I'm artsy and I like to do stuff outside, like fishing and camping. Ashley is one of my best friends. She’s the most authentic person I know. She works hard, and she loves harder. She’s always solid, she’s always got my back, she’s creative, crafty, and a problem solver. I love her more than life. I’m so proud of her and I’m so glad that she’s found such a perfect life partner. I’m so lucky to know her and I’m so grateful that I get to be a part of such an amazing day.

Marcus JobMarcus Job

Best Man

Hello, I'm 6 foot 2, I wanna dance with you and I'm sophisticated fun! I eat filet mignon and I'm nice and young, best believe I'm number one.. Groomsman! Brant and I met when he transferred to Albany high school and our bond quickly formed during football practice. Over the years Brant has become more than just a friend, he is someone I consider to be a brother and family for life. I am beyond honored and grateful to be a part of this celebration of welcoming Ashley into this family!

Meagan SutliffeMeagan Sutliffe

Bridesmaid

I am an animal lover and massage therapy extraordinaire. I met Ashley when I was working at a chiropractor office. For the first week we stared at each other trying to remember where we knew each other from but later found out we didn't. We came to the conclusion that we must know each other from a past life.

Paul KirchnerPaul Kirchner

Groomsman

Hi I’m Paul, I live in Duluth with my wife Kirstin and two kids Lyle and Sunny. Brant and I met somewhere around the summer of 1999. After a few awkward months figuring out our friendship dynamic, I finally came to terms with the fact that Brant was a much better hockey player than myself. This was the first of many summers together, which included riding around town on the back of Brant’s pegs, weekends at Fritz’s resort and never ending ham sandwiches. Sixteen years later, I still call Brant one of my closest friends and am so happy I can be there for him and Ashley on their big day.

Cierra MillerCierra Miller

Bridesmaid

Hello ya’ll! My name is Cierra. I’m a Pharmacy Technician. I love painting, writing poetry, and spending time with my dogs. Ashley is one of my very best friends. Some of our adventures include; camping, kayaking and road tripping to the Black Hills. She is fearless when I am fearful. She has always been encouraging, genuine, and selfless. She deserves all the happiness in the world, I think that’s why the universe led her to Brant. I’m so happy for both Brant and Ashley. It’s a privilege to be in their lives and an absolute honor to be apart of their special day.

Brooke CruzBrooke Cruz

Bridesmaid

Hola everyone! I’m Brooke I’m an ESL teacher and Spanish Interpreter in Federal Court and I live in Fargo. I have a daughter named Sofia who is 9 and a son named Simon who is 6. And my husband Sam and I are expecting a baby together in November. Brant is my baby brother ❤️ We have a LOT of good memories from when we were growing up since we played together all the time, but one of my favorites is when we dressed Brant up in my pink swimsuit with a pink ruffle and he looked just like me, but with a blonde bowl cut haircut. 😂

Evan odegardEvan odegard

Groomsman

Hi, my name is Evan. I’m from the St. Cloud area but now live in Otsego. I met Brant back in 2014, and from that moment, we were fast friends. It all started when he had just recently moved back to St. Cloud from Mankato after college. I was just starting college and was looking for another roommate. It didn’t take long to realize we had a lot in common. Before you knew it, we were roommates at the white house off clearwater road. Over the years, we’ve shared plenty of laughs and adventures. I’ve come to consider Brant not just a friend, but a true brother.

Nathan JoppNathan Jopp

Groomsman

Hello I’m Nate, I an electrician and live in Sauk Rapids. I have 4 amazing boys that keep me busy! The story of my friendship with Brant takes us back to the winter of 2000. When Brant and I were 5th graders. We were forced by our mothers to retake swimming lessons due to “a lack of diving skills.” Being the outcasts in the group we formed a bond over making attempts to touch the bottom of the pool. Though our friendship really didn’t begin until junior year when Brant transferred to Albany. With our similar interest and unconventional sense of humor we quickly became close friends. Some of my best memories are with him right by my side. I feel truly blessed to have him in my life, and I’m proud to call him one of my best friends. Ashley and I’s friendship grew through her love of cooking and my love of a good free meal. She is the kind of person you want in your corner as she always keeps your best interest in mind. Not to mention she is also an amazing cook. I'm so grateful to have earned her friendship, and to have her be a part of my life. Brant and Ashley compliment each other so well. I'm so excited to see what the future has in store for them. I love you guys, and I'm honored to be a part of your special day.

Samantha JohnsonSamantha Johnson

Bridesmaid

Hello, my name is Sammy. I have two dogs. I work in the mental health field. And I love to laugh. I am a goofy, silly soul so it's no wonder Ashley and I are friends. I have known Ashley since the first grade when I booed her for bringing a whisk to show and tell. We have grown past that, and have made some of the best memories together through the years. It is an honor and a privilege to be involved with this special day.

Justin GenoskyJustin Genosky

Groomsman

Hello I’m Geno. I work as a cook at Lakewood Health. Brant came to Albany our Junior year of high school I saw him around school cause he stood out in a crowd then one day he approached he and asked if I wanted to go on a drive. On the drive we talked admired some art and the spark of friendship was lit from finding out we had many shared interests and hobbies a friendship still burning strong today.

Brittany LeeBrittany Lee

Bridesmaid

Hi, I'm Brittany. I am an engineer for CAT. My husband Jeremy and I have 2 great daughters Josephine and Evelyn. Brant is my baby brother. We have made many memories over the years! One of my favorites was when we were young we played a game called Brooke meets the wall. Where I would be in roller blades pushing Brant in a stroller while pulling Brooke on roller blade and we would fling her into the wall! I'm so excited for them both and to be gaining another sister!