Wedding Party
Madison Yeager
Maid of Honor
Madi is Kara’s younger older sister and co-maid of honor. Kara has so many fond memories of babysitting Madi growing up and is so excited to have her standing by her side on the big day. Her crafting skills have also come in handy throughout the wedding planning process.
Olivia Yeager
Maid of Honor
Liv is the baby of the family and known for making the best sweet treats. There are so many fond memories of trips together, especially to Disney World watching her and Madi’s dance competitions. We couldn’t imagine the day without her.
Courtney Weissman
Bridesmaid
Kara and Court met waiting in line together in the basement of their sorority house freshman year at Mizzou. They lived together Sophmore year and have been close friends ever since!
Julie Ail
Bridesmaid
So many memories were made together at the Ail’s house at Lake of the Ozarks and at Mizzou. When they lived in Denver at the same time, Kara could always being found at Julie's house.
Amanda Glenn
Bridesmaid
Kara's sorority sister and walking buddy in St. Louis. Amanda and Kara love checking out cute restaurants in St. Louis and enjoying a glass of Rose.
Jessica Lacour
Bridesmaid
Jess has been a friend in both faith and life. Although she won’t be able to join us on the big day due to her due date being so close to the wedding, she will certainly be there in spirit. Jess has the kindest heart, and she will be dearly missed!
Lindsey Pingsterhaus
Bridesmaid
Kara will gain another little sister through Dave. It's been great gaining a new member of the family that loves Taylor Swift as much as Kara does.
Jordan Ceglinski
Best Man
Jordan and Dave have shared a friendship dating back to middle school, which continued through their time at the University of Illinois and now includes weekly golf outings.
Kellen Kasten
Groomsman
A valued friend since high school, Kellen enjoys all the free Blues tickets he gets from Dave
Kiefer Heiman
Groomsman
A friend since middle school, Kiefer and Dave have shared a long friendship that blossomed while running cross country together in high school.
Matt Yoder
Groomsman
Matt and Dave met while working for the Philadelphia 76ers in 2014 and have remained close ever since, creating many late-night memories - especially at the Jersey Shore.
Derek Sachtleben
Groomsman
Friends for decades, Derek is another University of Illinois alum in the wedding party—they’re always chatting about all things Illini and enjoyed the Final 4 run.
