Claudia & Jesse
Wedding Party
Lilly Linden
Maid of Honor
Claudia and her younger sister, Meredith, have been the best older sisters I never had since I was born. I would often go over to their house to be babysat, and the moment I walked through the door, I knew that I would get a big sister/little sister makeover. I also knew that I would get freaked out by all of Claudia's creepy sculptures and models placed throughout the house. I know now that those creepy sculptures are actually pretty badass. And that Claudia is too. I can't wait to celebrate my big sister and her love story with my now big brother, Jesse. I love you guys more than anything!!
Mike Blomquist
Best Man
I met Jesse in high school band, and honestly at that point I was pretty lukewarm. It wasn’t until our time together at IU as classmates, roommates and sketch comedy mates that learned about the beautiful soul hidden behind the tuba, and to this day he’s one of the only people who genuinely understands me. I can’t imagine how different I’d be without his friendship and all those late nights riffing and writing sketches together. Lots of love to him and Claudia on their new adventure.
Cydney Berlinger
Bridesmaid
Claudia and I met in 7th grade computer class and we quickly became friends over our shared love of Panic! at the Disco. After almost 20 years of friendship, thousands of sleepovers, hundreds of jars of pickles eaten (and probably hundreds of my moms famous chocolate chip cookies, too) I feel lucky to be friends with someone so hilarious and always boldly herself.
Nick Falzone
Groomsman
Jesse and I have been friends since 3rd grade. Despite living far away from one another for much of our friendship, we've always been able to meet up and pick up things right where we left off. From video games online to summer vacation hangouts, and later on being one of the main reasons I attended IU, Jesse has been a true friend since the beginning and my life is much richer with him in it. I'm honored to be a part of this special occasion, and I'm beyond excited for Jesse and Claudia's future together.
Layne Krieg
Bridesmaid
Claudia and I became friends in early high school when I was invited to join a rock n roll band with her and our mutual friends. A million sleepovers later, she is one of my dearest to heart people on earth. My first impression in 9th grade choir was that this girl is a mini Rivers Cuomo wearing a Weezer shirt and is so cool and I need to be friends with her. 17 years later I’m in her bridal party!! I love you Claudia!!!
Coleman Laguzza
Groomsman
Jesse and I have been friends since elementary school. I don't remember the details of how it exactly happened, but there was no hesitation, no awkward stage. He's one of my most cherished friends, and he's brought incalculable amounts of joy to my life over the 20+ years that he's been a part of it. Wishing nothing but love and happiness to him and Claudia as they take this next step.
Emily Driscoll
Bridesmaid
Claudia has been my friend since 9th grade when we formed a band together with my other good friends Cyd and Layne. Jesse is an added bonus. They're both great people who I feel lucky to have in my life!
Nick Matthews
Groomsman
I met Jesse in the fall of my sophomore year of college while auditioning for the sketch comedy group that would come to define both of our college experiences. Within minutes, probably before we were even introduced, I knew that Jesse was one of the greatest laughers I had ever come across, and my ego was determined not to let that opportunity pass by. As the years passed, we became friends, collaborators, and eventual roommates, and I learned that Jesse’s full, honest, and loud laugh was a perfect symbol of who Jesse is — kind, generous, enthusiastic, and someone you can always count on to listen and have your back. I’m proud to call Jesse a friend for life and I’m honored to be a part of his and Claudia’s wedding.
Kayla Oser
Bridesmaid
I first met Claudia at a group outing to see a play with my new boyfriend in 2012. I had no idea that she secretly hated me for taking one of the only straight guys in the theatre department. Obviously, my charm won her over quickly and we’ve been besties ever since! I am so excited for Claudia and Jesse to start this new chapter together. I love them both so dearly and feel so lucky to have them in my life.
Max Walter
Groomsman
I met Jesse in 2012 when I graciously allowed Jesse to join Boy in the Bubble, our sketch comedy group at Indiana University. Jesse flourished in the group, giving me the lifetime memory of Jesse’s performance in the sketch “Who Do You Know?” I was thrilled when Jesse moved up to Chicago and got a terrible job. We spent time together making videos, baking brownies, and commiserating over parking tickets. I was sad when Jesse moved to Minnesota but elated that my friend was building a new home with his perfect match in Claudia.
Kellen Robinson
Bridesmaid
Claudia's been a ride or die since 2012 when we met in college- well maybe since the fourth time we met in college haha. The giggles and laughter, stupid bits and adventures have been some of the best of my life. Even though life has made our friendship a long distance one, she's still one of the closest best friends I have and I love her so much! Every video call, text sent, and finally in person hangout, is one for the books- can't ever pick a favorite.
Stephen Jeffirs
Groomsman
I met Jesse, "Dad", in college through our sketch comedy group, Boy in the Bubble, and he hasn't been able to shake me since. Over the past 10 years, I've been lucky to share a lot of laughs, late night gabs, and Dungeons & Dragons sessions with Jesse, and I feel incredibly grateful to call him a close friend. Wishing Jesse and Claudia all the luck and love in the world as they enter their married life together!
Cassandra Roy
Officiant
Cousins at birth but best friends for forever, I’m so lucky to have Claudia in my life!! From running around as children to running errands now as adults, I couldn’t have asked for a better cousin sister. Bringing Jesse into our lives was just another blessing, my immediate bestie and cousin brother for life. I was immediately over the moon with the way these two love each other, and getting to watch them grow together has been such an honor. Love you both!
