Wedding Party

Kathryn

Bride

Ryan

Groom

Jennifer Kisken

Maid of Honor

Jennifer is Ryan's younger sister and has become Kathryn's close friend over the past four years. She is always up for a show at the Downtown Cabaret, a painting class (where she puts Kathryn to shame), an escape room, any board or card game, whipping up a batch of cookies for no reason, or just a walk with the pups. Jennifer and Kathryn share a love of ciders, pasta, puppies, and any New England sports (except for hockey). Whatever it is Jenn is willing to give it a try (even if she doesn't really want to but Kathryn forces her). But most importantly, she is best auntie that Henley could ever ask for!! This day would not be nearly as special without her!

Tyler Whalen

Groomsman

Tyler is Ryan's sister's fiancé. He has been a part of the Kisken family for the past six years and we love him like a brother. He shares Kathryn's love of all Boston sports, puzzles, and board games, Ryan's love of craft beers, golf, and videogames, and the whole family's love of Kathryn and Ryan's dachshund, Henley. Uncle Ty (aka uncle long legs) is one of Henley's favorite people to sleep on because his long legs allow a long dog to stretch out fully. Tyler has been a part of Ryan and Kathryn's lives from the beginning and we wouldn't want to celebrate the day without him.

Abigail Lupien Keilman

Bridesmaid

Abby is the first friend Kathryn made in kindergarten, so really her first real friend. Kathryn's first memory with Abby is going over to her grandparent's house, dressing up in Abby's old dance costumes, and dancing around the living room. They may or may not have broken the couch that day while doing all of our flips and jumps. Throughout their years at Christian Heritage, in high school, college, and now in their adult lives they have remained close friends. They have traveled together to Las Vegas, Puerto Rico, The Grand Canyon, St. Thomas, St. Maarten, Curacao, Aruba, Grand Cayman, The Bahamas, Bermuda, and Disney World and have had countless other local adventures in Connecticut and Boston. Kathryn had the honor of being Abby's bridesmaid and is now excited to have Abby as hers.

David Crosby

Groomsman

David is Kathryn's cousin, but also her little brother. David and Kathryn have shared a lifetime of birthdays, Saturday tuna lunches with the Cannon grandparents, trick-or-treating, moving outings, Marriott pool days, prom photo sessions, and high school, college and grad school graduations. David is one of the most kind, caring, compassionate, and selfless individuals around, which makes him an amazing Physician Assistant. Whenever you need help, David will be there. If you need to talk, David will listen. If you are sick and need a helping hand, David will have your back. David has been by Kathryn's side through every major event and decision encourgaging, celebrating, and supporting her. Now that Kathryn and Ryan are getting married, what better place for David than by their sides.

Nicole Ioanna

Bridesmaid

Nicole and Kathryn met when they were pledging Alpha Phi Omega at UConn. When they found out they were both from Fairfield County their friendship instantly clicked. Since that time, Nicole has been Kathryn's ride or die, adventure companion. Whatever Kathryn asks her to do, she says "yes". Whether it was a trip to Ellis Island, football game in Boston, a trip to Eataly, or a day at Penfield Beach Nicole was all for it. Nicole shares Kathryn's love of Block Island, Sarasota, Puerto Rico, Broadway shows, UConn sports, Dairy Bar ice cream, CrossFit, Peloton, Vineyard Vines, Lilly Pulitzer, and all things beachy. Not only is Nicole Kathryn's adventure companion, but also she is one of her most true and loyal friends. Kathryn can't imagine getting married without her.

Christian Crosby

Officiant

Christian is Kathry's cousin, but more like a brother. From the time that Christian was born, they shared a close bond and have stayed that way to this day. Growing up together, Christian and Kathryn share endless memories of family holidays, weddings, snowday sledding, Burger King and Duchess dinners, breakfasts watching Spongebob, visits to the zoo and aquarium, trips to Georgetown, and more recently European adventures in London and Scotland. When Kathryn and Ryan got engaged the first person that came to mind when deciding who would officiate their wedding was Christian. Known for his wit and talent with words, no one else would be able to do the job justice. Christian thrives as the host and center of attention so what better place than right up front.

Chloe Ettari

Bridesmaid

Chloe and Kathryn first met when she joined Kathryn's cube at Americares. Little did Kathryn know that bubbly blonde who joined the cube would become one of her best friends. Once they started sharing dating app horror stories their friendship just kind of snowballed into something big. Even after Kathryn left Americares, she and Chloe remained close (leaving Chloe was the hardest part of leaving that job). Chloe is kind, genuine, encouraging, supportive, the best listener. Their Shake Shack dates, trips to NYC, and love of puppies and public health are only a few of the things that make them such great friends. Chloe is the first person Kathryn turns to when things go dark. Kathryn's life is so much more exciting with Chloe in it and couldn't imagine her not being in the wedding!

Henley Benson

Ring Bearer

Henley is Kathryn and Ryan's dachshund. He is the light of their lives and they love him more than anything else in the world. When Kathryn and Ryan told Henley that they were getting married he insisted that he have a part in the wedding. Since we don't have any nieces or nephews, who better to bring mom and dad their wedding rings than their little boy. Their wedding day wouldn't be complete without the little weenie.