Wedding Party
Collette Duran
Bride
Michael King
Groom
Courtney Dean
Matron of Honor
Courtney is the older of the Duran sisters and has always looked out for Collette. From shopping trips before the first day of school to spontaneous Starbucks runs, she’s consistently been there for her every step of the way. Collette has always looked up to her and admired her strong faith and is grateful to have her as her big sister.
Austin (AJ) King
Best Man
AJ is Mike’s younger brother; they are only two years apart and grew up side by side. Together they shared countless memories, from exploring the backwoods near their grandmother’s house to practicing their shooting skills with their father, creating a childhood full of adventure and brotherhood.
Crystal Veen
Matron of Honor
Crystal is the second oldest of the Duran sisters and Collette’s roommate for much of their upbringing. She has always been a steady source of support for her baby sister. Collette has always admired her sister’s confidence and strong personality and is incredibly grateful for all that she has done for her through the years.
Conor Lund
Groomsman
Connor is one of Mike’s childhood friends and has been a constant presence through every stage of life. Always ready for a new adventure no matter how wild or unexpected he’s the kind of friend who shows up, goes along for the ride, and makes every moment more memorable just by being there.
Jordan Taft
Maid of Honor
Jordan is Collette’s high school best friend. She has been a constant presence in Collette’s life as they navigated the ups and downs of stepping into young adulthood together. Their friendship has remained steady through it all, filled with 10 years of laughter, adventures, and countless memories and they look forward to many more to come.
Halen Walker
Groomsman
Halen is one of Mike’s childhood friends and has been part of his life for years. Soccer first brought them together, and from there their friendship grew through countless shared adventures and memories. Always up for a spontaneous plan, no matter how big or small, he’s the kind of friend who’s ready to jump in, go with the flow, and make every experience more fun. They can spend hours playing Spikeball or getting competitive over a game of Catan, always turning simple hangouts into lasting memories.
Annika Schmitts
Bridesmaid
Annika is one of Collette’s oldest friends. They first met in kindergarten and have been close ever since, sharing countless laughs and memories throughout the years. Many of Collette’s favorite school memories include Annika finding a way to make her laugh, no matter the moment. Their friendship is now over 20 years strong, and they are both so grateful for the bond they’ve shared through every stage of life and can’t wait for many more memories to come.
Audly (AJ) Dean
Groomsman
AJ is Collette’s brother-in-law and someone who has consistently shown up for them no matter the circumstance. He has been a steady and dependable presence in their lives, always willing to help, support, and encourage whenever needed. For Mike, he has also been a wonderful example of a Godly man, leading with faith, integrity, and quiet strength.
Torie Yoshihara
Bridesmaid
Torie first met Collette in high school when they were both on the same cheer team. Their friendship truly began to grow over their shared love of the comedy classic Psych, spending study halls rewatching episodes and quoting them together. Their bond deepened even more in college when they both attended Grand Canyon University, and they have been best friends ever since.
Nicholas Veen
Groomsman
Nicholas is another one of Collette’s brothers-in-law and has become both a wonderful friend and brother to Mike. Their bond has grown through shared interests and time spent together, whether it’s out on the golf course, talking about their video games, or enjoying time at the range. He has been a consistent source of friendship, laughter, and support, and a valued part of their lives.