Kelsey & Michael
Wedding Party
Luke Fanning
Man of Honor
Lucas Daniel Fanning has been Kelsey's best friend for more than 10 years. There is no one on this planet that has been there for this bride than the man you see here. Luke is the funniest, most creative, thoughtful, human you will ever meet and he is taking his duties as Man of Honor very VERY seriously. So every detail of this entire wedding you can credit to Lucas Daniel and his "morning wedding roundups" with the bride. This day (or this bride) would not be possible without Lucas Daniel Fanning, the best Man of Honor of all time.
Emily Grealish (Z)
Matron of Honor
Formerly known as Emily, Z... You will find Kelsey's longest standing BFF from Nebraska in this girl right here. From the moment they stepped on the field together in Hastings, Nebraska, it was a no brainer these two would be lifelong best friends. Emily is now a mom, of the most adorable child in the world Mr. Charlie Grealish, but don't let her mom status fool you, this mom loves cool diving catches in center field and running like an absolute BOSS. This bride to be has learned more than she could ever imagine from Emily and her husband Ryan about what love and marriage is all about. Emily's relentless honesty and love is one of the reasons Kelsey can see herself up on the alter on 10/9/22.
Gennifer Durham (Bennett)
Matron of Honor
HCSB FOREVER! G is the P to Kelsey's C since they stepped on The Hill back in 2012. This pitcher catcher duo have been roomies all of college and have been inseparable since. From moves to Michigan or California, nothing has stopped this duo from being betsies for the resties. Gen is getting married to THE BEST HUMAN, Matt Bennett, in July of 2022, and to share a wedding year with these gems of humans is truly a God send. We feel so lucky to call them two of our best friends and simply cannot WAIT for the year of fun ahead! College would not have been the wonderful experience it was for this bride without Gennifer Durham by her side through it all!
Emily Haeger
Bridesmaid
Bring it ALLLLLL the way back to Kelsey's baby years on Thrush Ln with the one and only Emily Haeger. This girl has been Kelsey's built in best friend since she was born and no time or distance has changed that! Growing up together, these two have memories that span over the last 28 years and they wouldn't change a thing. From forcing our little Sammy to wear dance costumes, to wearing shrinkable bubble shirts, to playing school just so Kelsey could boss Emily around, to our pink power ranger days and everything in between, this bride could not imagine 10/9/22 without her longest standing bestie by her side for it all!
Kristen Galantini
Bridesmaid
Kelsey has been lucky enough to consider Kristen a sister for the last 7 years, and can't wait to make it official on 10/9/22!!! Kristen is Mike's older sister and the two of them share a love for all things music related and are as close as they come when it comes to sibs. Kelsey is so excited to have someone as loyal and loving as Kristen on the altar next to her and can't imagine her wedding day without her. Kelsey and Kristen have gotten close throughout the years with a shared bond of cooking, coffee, and being awesome older sisters to younger brothers. To be honest, Kelsey has never been the type to want a sister, but can't describe how lucky she feels to gain Kristen as the ultimate sister she never expected :)
Taylor Moss
Bridesmaid
Where to begin? Taylor has been with Kelsey and Mike since the get go of their relationship. Often known as "The Collective" these three were inseparable throughout the last two years of Mike and Kelsey's time on The Hill and they probably wouldn't be walking down the aisle on 10/9/22 without her loyalty, love, and support throughout the years. Taylor is one of a kind in so many ways, and we love her for a million reasons; always down to go to McDonalds, will adventure at any moment, a paper editing wiz, the funniest of our group, her undeniable athletic talents, her whit and fun loving nature is something that sets her a part as the truest of friend.
Colleen Ahern
Bridesmaid
Coll Doll is a HUGE reason Mike and Kelsey found each other. Kelsey and Colleen have been friend's just as long as Mike and Colleen have been and of course throw it allll the way back to freshmen year on The Hill! Colleen is the most fun person you will ever meet and has been Kelsey's travel buddy back and forth from school and Chicago allll through college. Chi City girls who grew up less than 20 minutes from eachother luckily found eachother in Worcester, MA where HCSB brought them together. This duo brought our authentic Chicago selves to HC and stuck together through it all. Colleen is the girl who brings the party no matter where she goes and we cannot WAIT to have her on the alter (and of course on the dancefloor) with us on 10/9/22!
Holly Duddy
Bridesmaid
Hollis Dollis is the ultimate adventure cheetah friend. When you think of the weirdest, goofiest person you know , multiply that by 10 and you have our friend Holly! This fierce gal and Kelsey have spent the majority of their friendship in the White Mountains of NH in the dead of winter and in the heat of summer. Their friendship is built on smashing the patriarchy and fighting for what is right. Holly is known for rising to any challenge and doing anything the boys can do better. Her and Kelsey's bond continues to grow, even thousands of miles a part because FRIENDSHIP MATTERS and Kelsey just feels so lucky to have found Holly (and it was NOT just because of Don and Mike's friendship) and can't imagine her wedding day without having Holly's weird self by her side!
Corinne (Nin) Oliver
Bridesmaid
Nin, or as we like to call her, Ninja Girl, has been an integral part of Kelsey and Mike's love story. The Oliver family has been there for this couple since BEFORE they were even together and would not be standing up on the altar on 10/9/22 if it weren't for Ninja's loving nudges when she was a little middle schooler. Corinne is a wonderfully independent, free spirited, driven, caring, and authentic individual that Kelsey has been lucky to call a sister for the last 8 years. Ninja girl is never afraid to tell you like it is and stand up for what is right and we admire this about her more and more every day. How lucky is Kelsey to call this amazing human a sister for life and to have her stand by her side this October!
Lydia Oliver
Bridesmaid
There is no other friend that Kelsey has spent more time with in the last 5 years than miss Lydia Grace. Whether it is Taylor Swift jam sessions in the car, laying by the pool all summer long, gossiping about the latest high school drama, weekly pizza nights, or just simply being there for each other, this girl has Kelsey's back. Not only does the CDC consider these two family, so does everyone who spends time with the two. Lydia is a fiercely loyal and loving friend, sister, and confidant and always shows up with her full self for others. Lydia is so weirdly unique and unapologetically herself and we love her for it! Kelsey has been able to witness so many of Lydia's milestones and can't wait to have her by her side on her own!
Joe Galantini
Best Man
Joe has always been the role model, since he took the plunge first, his wisdom is very much needed (especially with Twan also at the wheel). Joe is always a voice of reason and operates a couple clicks calmer than the rest of us Galantini’s.
Anthony Galantini
Best Man
The Twan! 22 months, one grade year, same backpacks, same robes. The Little Bro was always the number 1A choice for Co-Best Man. Consistently getting me angry, in trouble, or to laugh, he’s my best friend and I couldn’t imagine this day without him there by my side!
Kevin Christensen
Groomsman
Kev-o! The most thoughtful and kindhearted brother I have! Always guaranteed to get Kelsey all fired up and to be down for any “Triple D” restaurant wherever he goes, I’m beyond excited to have a new partner in crime in food and in life - hopefully your knack for gift giving begins to rub off! Hammer the over, this is a mortal lock!
Sam Christensen
Groomsman
The funniest Christensen, if Sam snuck into Kelsey’s Dress during the first look I don’t think I could tell the difference. Living his BEST life in Milwaukee, and changing the world for the better every day, Sam is definitely the better Twin.
Larry Pegula
Groomsman
If you hear any of the Galantini’s yelling “Doug!” Please remember, there is no one at the wedding named Douglas. Except Larry. My Best Friend, Brother, Dad, Cousin, Godfather, and first Boss, of course I’d want Larry standing up there next to me. Listen for the Boss or Petty at the reception!!
Nick Krehel
Groomsman
Move over Gilligan. Nick Krehel’s Island Now. Whether it’s a Pitt tailgate, a bar, a boat, or a basement - Nick is the party. One of my longest friends, our connection was more than likely formed before we even had much to do with it. For sure to make you laugh, give you good advice, and to keep the peace - long live HBNKC and H2P
Mark Soltis
Groomsman
Mark Soltis and his twin brother Luke have been my Jessup’s Heroes since the fourth grade. I couldn’t imagine not having people like them in my life. From time up the cabin, to rides to practice in the van, all the St. Ubaldo parties and the Saturday nights up to no good, to a good ol fashioned Wednesday night at trivia, I wouldn’t be Mike Galantini without Mark Soltis
Donde Webber
Groomsman
Don Webber is the king of references, intellectual reflection, astute observation, extreme sports, and chill. Except maybe not exactly in that order. Catch Don at the beach, on the mountain, skiing down said mountain, mountain biking to his campsite and or reading a book at any moment.
Connor Fitzgerald
Groomsman
I swear this had nothing to do with me wearing 74 and him 47, in fact it took four games into my junior year to put that whole connection together. Fitz is a well traveled, down-to-earth dude with a fantastic taste in music and is one of my most loyal friends. Congratulations to he and his wife Kirby on their recent nuptials!
Clint Jackman
Groomsman
Ahhhh, Clint!!! The Block! The NICEST HUMAN YOU’LL EVER MEET! He’s a California Soul, straight out of 1950’s Leave it to Beaver with a badass certified tough and rough resume. Clint has the biggest heart of gold and always approaches life with an indomitable spirit. Let’s Go Gentleman™️ may be his motto, but it’s words to live by. Clint is inspiring and embodies the Jesuit service leadership value set I lay the foundation of my life on.