Wedding Party
Abbie
Bridesmaid
Abbie and Dana have been friends since middle school and became bffs in high school when these 7 girls all had the same lunch time which quickly became the best part of the day. Abbie and Dana were together all 4 years in Student Council and Pride Pack and these legends still have their picture hanging in the school till this day. Abbie graduated from GVSU and moved to Chicago working as a Media Buyer, about a year ago with her dog, Nash. Abbie fell in love with the city life and her bf Joe but distance is no match for these girls. Conversation topics include: how great Byron Center is, golden doodles, and how to get free concert tickets.
Carly
Bridesmaid
Carly is a PA at Bronson Hospital specializing in Orthopedics, Sports Medicine. When she's not preforming surgery, you can find her picking up litter along highways and rivers. She's also very passionate about preventive medicine and helping patients achieve an active and healthy lifestyle. Carly continues to better herself every day as she is still trying to recover from her time at Central Michigan University. Dana and Carly were blind roommates freshman year and stayed close ever since. They usually spent most of their time studying .... but also making the best memories! If you see her at the wedding, don't bring up Western Michigan University, because her boyfriend was a CMU football player and he will tackle you.
Kinsley
Flower Girl
Kinsley Renee is named after Auntie Dana but also goes by nuggy, nugget, peanut weanut and Kinsey Winsey Woo. Her hobbies are stealing everyone’s hearts and singing cocomelon songs. Conversation topics include: Elmo, mini mouse, Moana, counting to 20, talking about her 3 pets at home, Grizz, Mouse and Bora.
Lauren O
Bridesmaid
The other CMU OG roommate! Lauren and Dana became friends fast! It’s a true blessing to have such a lasting friendship and going from meeting for the first time in 2018 on move-in-day to being in each others weddings. Lauren is now a teacher in Fremont and her and her husband Elijah have two beautiful little girls. Lauren is an amazing teacher but her heart really runs free with the buffalo and the elk in the apple fields and pumpkin patches. Conversation topics: apple cider and donuts, Michigan vs Ohio State and line wife life
Lauren P
Bridesmaid
Lauren and Dana met through their brothers and became best friends and she is AJ’s favorite auntie! They have had many (mostly) memorable nights and are always laughing when together. Lauren is the most patient (especially at waiting for texts) and kind soul who loves puppies and babies! After graduating from Ferris State, Lauren is a Dental Hygienist and now lives in Northville, MI. Conversation topics: HVAC stuff, shooters bar, how many bridesmaid dresses she ordered and feel free to ask her about that thing in your teeth.
Lindsy
Bridesmaid
Linds works as a hairstylist in Holland and specializes in the “party pony” She married her high school sweetheart, Kyler, in 2019 and they have one fur baby, Honey! Lindsy and Dana’s friendship began when she invited Dana to walk into town from the middle school bus garage. (It’s what all the cool kids were doing). From walking into town, to walking down the aisle, this friendship has been nothing short of amazing. Speaking of amazing…. check out the bride’s hair! Conversation topics: “never drinking again”, any fashion advice and the best spot at Holland beach
Maddie
Bridesmaid
Another OG, Maddie graduated from Western Michigan University and is currently a Speech Therapist way out in Washington, where she lives with her husband, Tyler and their fur babies. Maddie may have broke Dana's eye socket during a basketball game in high school, but she has never broken her heart. They have a special bond over the healing powers of therapy. Conversation topics: Washington weather, your kids speech impediment and anything to do with sharks
Mary
Maid of Honor
Mary and Dana have been cousins for as long as they can remember and is like a big sister to Dana. Dana followed in Mary’s footsteps and attended Central Michigan a few years after Mary did. (Probably a good thing they weren’t there at the same time) Mary always gives the best advice and they rarely go a day without talking! Mary currently lives too far away from Dana, on Lake Saint Clair and is the Manager for Beaumont Health's Accreditation & Regulatory Program. In her free time she likes to play with her mini Wiener and ride on big boats. If you see her at the wedding make sure to bring her a fireball shot! Conversation topics: owning an island, what NOT to do in a hospital and you should totally ask to see pictures of her wiener!
Nicole
Bridesmaid
Nicole and Dana have been friends since middle school and part of the lunch table crew. Nicole has played a key role in Dana and Shane’s relationship since the very beginning when they would drive around Byron Center hoping to find Shane’s Red Ranger and just casually get invited to whatever bon fire he was at. Without her this wedding may have never happened….but more importantly, Nicole does Dana’s lashes and is her makeup artist. Direct quote: “life is sweet as peaches but Dana’s wedding is going to be a rodeo” Conversation topics: Telling her how pretty the bride looks, her favorite cats…. Oh and she’s single (;
Olivia
Bridesmaid
Another lunch table OG, Liv is a PACU nurse at University of Michigan Health-West (rip metro) and lives with her best friend Bear in cozy Kentwood, MI. Liv got married last September to Dylan, who also lives with her and Bear. Liv and Dana have been friends since elementary school and have stayed close throughout all these years. Their legend also lives on through BC shirts they designed in high school that are still sold in the spirit store today. Liv is always the first one to be by your side when you need it but usually the last one to the party (; Be sure to give her a big hug if you see her at the wedding! Conversation tops: energy drinks, the best market place finds and that one time Shane let Bear out in the backyard
Paige
Bridesmaid
Paige is also Dana's cousin and craft buddy. Paige is about to 18 and graduating high school in 2024 then she wants to go in to welding. Don't let the long nails fool ya, Paige is a true cowgirl and already can't wait to switch her heels for her boots and hit the dance floor. Conversation topics: monsters, horses, Spanish
Sadie
Bridesmaid
Aka: “Kinsley’s Mom” While being super mom, she is also a boss babe working as a Small Business Development Specialist. Sadie is always the best hype man and shoulder to cry on. Dana and Sadie are alike in many ways and have a close bond like sisters. They even share a love for tequila! Conversation topics: The Wayland Hotel, psychology, legal advice
Sarah
Bridesmaid
Sarah has been married to her high school sweetheart for 8 years and they have 3 adorable kids. Sare is another member of OG lunch table even though she spent most of her time in “lunch detention” for being tardy. Good thing Mr Sankey loved us and let us convince him that she really didn’t need to be in there. Dana and Sarah’s friendship hit it’s all time peak when they were both cut from the volleyball team in 10th grade and decided to join the swim/dive team. They were like really good at diving but Sarah decided to change careers and is now a hair stylist. Conversation topics: Sunday fun day, being a classroom mom
Aaron
Groomsman
Aaron is Shane’s oldest brother and the father of Austin, Aiden, Henry and Harper. Aaron helped Shane get his first legit job at a local butcher shop. Aaron has taught Shane many things through out the years including work ethic, how to be quick and witty with jokes, and how to play beer on a stick. He has always been a fun time and the best biggest brother! Conversation topics: meat, kayaking and dad things
Bailey
Groomsman
Bailey (Bill) is also a plumber who also happens to work with Shane and Mason! When he isn’t plumbing he’s spending time with his wife Michelle, their pack of dogs, flock of chickens and handful of turkeys. When he isn’t doing that he’s hunting or fishing. Conversation topics: hunting and fishing
Colin
Groomsman
Colin is the local hero in Ada township who you probably saw on the news for saving some baby deer. His caring heart doesn’t go unnoticed. He was the first one by Shane’s side when he cut off his finger (after telling Dana it was just a little scratch). Colin’s daughter Aayla is just as much fun as he is and Colin is getting married to Brittany this coming fall! Conversation topics: he will talk to you about literally anything (:
Dylan
Groomsman
Dylan is Shane’s older brother, and definitely a wild card and that’s why we love him! You never know what you’re going to get with him! He’s always down to have a good time and fun to talk to! Dylan really influenced Shane’s passion for hunting and fishing and exercising the 2nd amendment to the fullest! When Dylan isn’t with his 2 boys Carson and Remington he is probably wrenching on something, getting in some kind of trouble, getting stuck in some mud, stuck under a tree, drinking a Budweiser, or drinking a Budweiser. Conversation topics: Getting stuck in some mud, getting stuck under a tree
Evan
Groomsman
Evan is Shane’s brotha from another motha! You might have seen Evan on Shane’s face book when Shane and Colin shaved the back of his head (with his consent). Being roommates for over 10 years, Shane and Evan have grown pretty close, from Shane taking him out to parties, to them giving each other crap for being in different trades ( Evan is an electrician). They always seem to keep each other laughing and doing fun and random things together. If you spark up a conversation with him at the wedding you’re guaranteed to have a good connection
Mason
Best Man
Mason is Shane’s younger brother. Being only 18 months apart, they’ve always been really close, he even started working with Shane as a sanitary engineer (a plumber) Their work days are nothing short of a dull moment. Mason will also be getting Married soon to his fiancé, Ashley, and they have precious little Paisley who will be 1 in September. Conversation topics: singing ice ice baby
Matt
Groomsman
Matt is also a plumber with Shane, Mason, and Bill! Before Matt joined the field of plumbing he was a Sargent in the United States Marine Corps. Shane and Matt have known each other since a very young age. With Shane’s Dad and Matt’s Dad being best friends through high school, and still to this day, it’s no surprise Matt and Shane are good friends! Conversation topic: hunting fishing and living every day
Riley
Groomsman
Riley and Shane have been friends for quite some time now. After many parties in Riley’s dad's shop and doing doughnuts in parking lots they only grew closer. Riley is just one of those guys that would do anything for anyone and when your around him your laughing non stop and having a great conversation! Riley is currently a fire fighter and works at his family’s business in Iowa where he lives with his wife Lindsey and son Oakland! Conversation topics: corn fields, farming, power sports and …. Hunting and fishing….
Ryan N
Groomsman
Ryan is a fellow plumber and knows just about everyone (kinda a hard person to forget) Ryan and Shane first met on Shane’s first day at Byron Center school… in gym class… during swim week… in the locker rooms… Ryan can tell you the story in person if he wants, trying to keep these bios PG. we weren’t sure of each other at first then we were partners in ping pong and kicked some serious butt. Been best buddies ever since. Conversation topics: Hunting, water fowl hunting, fishing, ice fishing, big lake fishing, small lake fishing, rogue nicotine pouches…..
Ryan S
Groomsman
Shane and Ryan grew up together (being cousins played a large part in that). While growing up, they didn’t hang out much until one day Shane got a dirt bike, then Ryan got one shortly after and they would take trips up north to ride. Next thing you know,they were together all the time doing what they thought was “fun”. Anyone else might call what they did just flat out stupid. They’ve settled down…for the most part….Ryan is now married to his beautiful wife Caroline and they recently welcomed little Jett into the world. Don’t let this fool you though….they both still have a few wild hairs left Conversation topics: fireworks, fire, firearms, dirt bikes
Shawn
Groomsman
Shawn is Dana’s twin brother, daddy to Kinsley and Shane’s good buddy. Shawn and Shane share a bond like any HVAC and plumber would, consulting each other on new builds and admiring the work of each profession (If you know… you know 🔨😈) Conversation topic: All things Kinsley, flipping houses and how wonderful his sister is.
Tyler
Groomsman
Aka Polsie! Tyler and his fiancé Autumn live in Dorr. Believe it or not Tyler and Shane didn’t get along much at first in high school but it didn’t take long for them to become best buddies! Shane and Tyler have had many great hunting and fishing adventures together! And also worked with each other as, you guessed it! Plumbers! Tyler left the plumbing field to join the United States Army where Tyler and Shane became great pen pals! He is now following his passion and love for king salmon fishing and working on a charter boat. Conversation topics: hunting … fishing…