Cassie & Brett
Wedding Party
Rachel Adkins
Maid of Honor
Rachel is Cassie’s sister, best friend, Maid of Honor, & role model. Rachel has known Cassie for 21 years—practically her whole life! Rachel is so excited for Cassie’s wedding! “She deserves so much. This day and everything leading up to it is going to be perfect because Cassie is planning it. I’m so excited to be part of every step of it!”
Jacob DeCamp
Best Man
Jacob has known Brett so long, he doesn't really remember where the friendship started. But if he had to guess it was when they started reffing soccer games in high-school, or working Geek Squad together. Jacob hopes he can teach Brett how to properly use a grill before he murders any more defenseless cheddar brats.
Kelsey Branch
Matron of Honor
Kelsey Branch is so honored to be Cassie's Matron of Honor! Kelsey has known Cassie for almost 9 years- they met in 2011 when Kelsey & her husband, Steven moved to O'Fallon for Steven to be the Youth Pastor at Cassie's family's church. Cassie was in high school at the time but the 2 became quick friends. Kelsey & Steven moved home to Lee's Summit, MO in 2014 but have stayed close with Cassie & the Adkins family. The Branch's have been blessed with two sweet kids who Cassie has prayed for for years & who consider Cassie their Aunt- they will also be in the wedding! <3 Kelsey now works at Summit Christian Academy in Lee's Summit in the Development Department 2 days a week & gets to spend the rest of her time at home with her babies. She's living her dream & is so blessed and thankful!
Jon Hazelwonder
Groomsman
Brett and Jon have known each other since 3rd grade where fate placed both of them on the same Troy soccer team. Since then, they have had the privilege of playing together through HS. They really bonded over the fact that their dads always yelled at us while on the field and after the games. Their friendship has definitely had its ups and downs, but at the end of the day, they both know they will always have each other’s back no matter what.
Maria Biondo
Bridesmaid
Cassie and Maria have been best friends since she started her freshman year of high school! Their moms worked together and that’s how they become close. They been through some good and tough times together that Maria says she will never forget! “This is my first time being in a wedding and I can’t wait to stand up in support, especially in one of my best friend’s weddings! I thank God everyday for bringing Cassie into my life!” Maria really enjoys watching Netflix and hanging with friends! She work at Nonnas Italian Kitchen as a waitress. She go to Macomb Community College. “I wish the day will come sooner Cassie! Can’t wait to celebrate your special day! I love you!”
Ben Lemkuhl
Groomsman
A brother, though not by blood, Ben essentially grew up in Brett’s house and on the soccer field with him. Ben enjoy Star Wars, all things outdoors and playing sports in the old men’s league because well... beer gut.
Kourtney Mudd
Bridesmaid
I remember when I first heard Cassie’s name. I was standing outside of a restaurant, roughly 250 miles away, when our family chat started blowing up - Brett met a girl. I met Cassie shortly after that on one of my many weekend trips home from college and it was in that moment it was clear how happy she made Brett. Over the last two years, I have watched him turn from my nerdy older brother into a strong and proud life partner for Cassie. I am looking forward to standing next to this lovely couple as they begin the next chapter of their forever together!
Kyle Westermann
Groomsman
Kyle has know Brett ever since they became cousins when they were younger. They played games and sports together when they were growing up. They still to this day play games together, the only difference is the games they play nowadays involve drinking! LGB!
Savanna Kuhn
Bridesmaid
Savanna has known Cassie since forever- Cassie is Savanna’s cousin and one of her closest friends! In my spare time I enjoy being outdoors, spending time with my husband and three dogs, and watching The Office. Savanna cannot wait to shower Cassie with the love and support she deserves as she prepares to marry the man of her dreams.
Jake Harke
Groomsman
Jake and Brett are cousins and also great friends! They both enjoy hockey, playing games with the cousins, and beer! Jake enjoys playing guitar, sports, and hanging out with his friends!
Malorie Dunlap
Bridesmaid
Cassie & Malorie went to CHS, but didn’t become friends until freshmen year of college. For the next 3 years, they were roommates. Malorie says she “learned so much about her in those few years. I learned how much she loves animals (dogs, hedgehogs, cats, you name it!), her friends, Jesus, games, teaching, & of course Dunkin! We’ve experienced so many things together! I won’t ever forget hiding Penelope (the hedgehog) in our shower for room checks or when the ostrich attacked me in Springfield. Cassie showed her loyalty to me during that trip when I got sick & she had to take care of me & drove us home. I am forever thankful to her for the many nights she turned the lights out after I fell asleep & the numerous times she fixed my hair! I am so excited to see your life with Brett unfold!”
Austin Gann
Groomsman
Brett and Austin met and worked hard (more like hardly worked) together at Best Buy! After they stopped working together they bonded over way too many sessions of laser tag. Fun Fact: Brett & Austin’s moms went to high school together. And Austin hasn’t quite forgiven Brett for the time he put his clipboard in jello.
Asher Branch
Ring Bearer
Asher Branch is son of Steven and Kelsey and turned three in October. He is sure to be the most handsome ring bearer you have ever seen! Asher loves all things BOY... trash trucks, dinosaurs, fishing, construction vehicles, trains, planes, football, playing outside, water slides, etc. He inadvertently started calling "Aunt Cass" "Aunt Trash" last year because he had trouble with his "C's" and it was just too funny to correct him. Asher is the sweetest boy with a great personality and sense of humor. His new passion is making up songs which are always quick hits... You may be lucky to hear one at the wedding!
Harper Branch
Flower Girl
Harper Branch is daughter of Steven and Kelsey and turned one in August. We are all just praying that she makes it down the aisle without crying, but we think the odds are good since her mommy and daddy will be down the aisle in the wedding party waiting for her! Either way she will be the prettiest flower girl in the world. Harper loves snacks (which may be used as bribery to get her down the aisle) and pestering/wrestling her big brother Asher. Her smile lights up a room! She can't wait to be the flower girl in her Aunt Cass' wedding and take on the dance floor with her mommy, daddy, and brother.... as long as it is before her bed time!
Steven Branch
Officiant
Steven Branch will be the officiant at Cassie and Brett's wedding. He met Cassie and the Adkins family in 2011 when he was the youth pastor at Dardenne Prairie Bible Church.... They were actually the first family he and his wife Kelsey met upon moving, as Lisa was their realtor when purchasing their first house. With his outgoing personality, he became fast friends with Mike, Lisa, and both girls and the families have spent many Thanksgiving and Christmas days together. Steven and Kelsey relocated back home to Lee's Summit in 2014 where he is currently the Groups Care Pastor at Abundant Life Church in Lee's Summit, MO. Steven loves playing board games and especially winning them, watching sports, and laughing. He is an amazing husband and dad to his two kids!