Brieann & Matthew
Wedding Party
Kierra Bailey
Matron of Honor
Kierra and I are best friend soulmates. Nobody makes me laugh harder than her, and she has been right by my side ever since we met in the soprano section in high school choir. You know how people "finish each other's sentences," well we don't do that, we just say the exact same thing at the exact same time 100 times a day. Haha! I love her! She is so fun and hardworking, and we are so honored to have her as my matron of honor.
Zach Litkenhus
Best Man
Zach and I met at freshman orientation at IUPUI. Turns out forcing two people to share a hotel room the first day they meet is a great way to make them get along! I hadn't realized it at the time, but I had just met my Best Man that night! Zach, thank you for being such a great friend! Fun fact: Zach spent more time creating a Universal Studios itinerary than he did studying for his senior year finals! Ask him why he despises Jeep products so much when you see him!
Rylie Gendron
Maid of Honor
Where to begin with this woman, she has been my best friend ever since I forced her to talk to me on the school bus in kindergarten. She used to be so shy, good thing she met me. Haha! Seriously, she has been such a faithful friend to me, always there for me, and I can't do life without her. She is so talented and beautiful. We love her, and I am so thankful to have her as my maid of honor.
Chris Hays
Groomsman
Chris is my baby brother. People have been getting us mixed up for years, and I have been called Chris by my mom hundreds of times (she will deny this). Having a little brother is nice because you always have someone to play with, and when you are six years older than them, you usually win...until they grow up, that is. Chris, thanks for being an amazing brother! Fun fact: Chris used to eat bananas with ketchup. Ask him how he lost his wallet twice in the same month, both times without leaving the house.
Katelyn Schuck
Bridesmaid
Kitty K is my best friend who always gives the best advice, always down to do everything and anything with me. We also met in choir, and we often showcase our talents by screaming songs at the top of our lungs in the car together. We have such a strong bond, and her friendship is irreplaceable to me. I trust her and love her so much. Matt and I are lucky to have her as a friend, and I am so happy that she is my bridesmaid.
Aaron Rush
Groomsman
Aaron and I first met in little league baseball where we bonded over being indifferent towards playing baseball. In high school, we ended up in the same choir! We both enjoy music, sports, video games, board games, and Penn Station. Aaron, thanks for being a great friend. Fun fact: Aaron can run a mile faster than you! Ask him about the 2022 Purdue vs. Saint Peter's basketball game to ruin his day.
Rachael Espinosa Vazquez
Bridesmaid
Rachael is my sweetest best friend from nursing school. She is seriously such a kindhearted person. We took quizzes in nursing school to find out which animal most relates to our personalities, and she got golden retriever. I think that is so accurate. She is also an ER nurse, so you know she's also crazy! Haha! Together we have so much fun, and I would do anything for her. We are so lucky to have met her, and I am so blessed to have her as my bridesmaid.
Abraham Hadley
Groomsman
Abe and I have been playing basketball both with and against each other since eighth grade. We ended up going to the same high school and college. I have a fond memory of the first day of class in high school senior year. I walked into the classroom, Abe saw me and said "YOOO MATT WHAT'S UP?!" and the teacher said "Nope. You two can't sit next to each other." Abe, thanks for being such a good friend. Fun fact: Abe is marrying his high-school sweetheart in December! Call him Aber if you want to get under his skin.
Erin Burton
Bridesmaid
Future sister alert! Erin and I are very close, and she has been such a supportive and inspiring role model for me over the last 9 years. She really goes above and beyond in everything she does, and we are so thankful for her. Erin and I originally met in choir, and then I started dating her little brother--whoops :) Our relationship has really formed into a strong one, and I already know and love her as my sister. She is lot of fun and has a lot of love to share, and I am so excited to have her as my bridesmaid.
Tyler Eddy
Groomsman
Tyler is my cousin. Tyler is older than me by about a month, so growing up, our relatives had to deal with Dumb and Dumber. We have the same sense of humor and spend most our time together laughing. Tyler, thanks for being my cousin. Thanks for being such a good friend, also. Fun fact: Tyler has known me longest of any groomsman. Ask him why he thinks choir is superior to band.
Chelsea Theobald
Bridesmaid
Chelsea is my best friend who I love so dearly. She is the most genuine and kind person I have ever met. She and I also met in choir--notice a trend? When I think of our friendship, I just think of something very solid or absolute. I just feel like whether she is in Texas or Europe or Illinois, nothing can change the bond we share. Plus, she needs me. Who else is going to teach her how to flirt with boys, dance at a club, or order a drink at a bar? Haha! She is too precious! We are so fortunate to have her in our lives, and I am so grateful that she is my bridesmaid.
Colin Pool
Groomsman
Colin and I met in high school choir. If I ever need a Pizza King date while Brieann is at work, Colin is the man for the job. I was new to my high school, and Colin was one of the first people to befriend me. Colin, thank you for being such a good friend. Fun fact: Colin is the only groomsman to know the bride before knowing the groom! Ask him how strong his collarbone is when you get a chance.
Bailey Staker
Usher
My little brother will be our usher, and we are so lucky to have him. Bailey is seriously the funniest person ever, he even told me he was going to wear a tux with the sleeves cut off to show off his muscles at our wedding-- see how hilarious he is? Haha! Regardless of his jokes, he is also very responsible and will do great job in the bridal party, and I am sure he will get out on the dance floor and have so much fun at the reception. We love him, and we are so excited to see him all dressed up and for him to be our usher. Ask him about his French Toast!
Bill Bettler
Officiant
Uncle Bill is like an uncle to us, because he is. Bill is such a great guy--smart, friendly, goofy, supportive, understanding, patient, devilishly handsome... the list goes on. He is such a great role model for us. We are so blessed to have him in our lives, and we are ecstatic to have him officiate our wedding! Fun fact: Bill is a guitar virtuoso and plays in a band! Ask him about the time at Eagle Creek when he fell out of the boat!