Rachel & Benjamin
Wedding Party
Maria Dorski
Maid of Honor
Sister of the Bride Maria is Rachel’s big sis despite the noticeable height difference ;) She is the reason why M&D Dorski adopted Rachel.
Nick Merk
Best Man
Brother of the Groom Nick was born two years after Ben, and they have been close ever since. Nick enjoys running, grilling and spending time outside.
Sarah Yanzsa
Bridesmaid
Friend of the Bride Sarah and Rachel met in 2021 during COVID thru CatholicBearcat and have been best pals ever since. A lot of people mistakenly call them by the wrong name, which is the reason the met.
John Merk
Best Man
Brother of the Groom John and Ben are ten years apart in age but they have a close relationship. John enjoys running, spending time outside, and watching movies.
Abby Blacklidge
Bridesmaid
Friend of the Bride Abby and Rachel met thru work at Children’s in 2023. Abby is notorious for always putting a smile on everyone’s face and her very dramatic selfies.
Nick Jamison
Groomsman
Friend of the Groom Nick Jamison is a friend from high school. Nick is a big fan of UC sports and a karaoke legend. Ben and Nick ran the Chicago marathon together in 2023.
Liz Boros
Bridesmaid
Friend of the Bride Liz and Rachel met thru St Cecilia’s in 2022 and she was one of Rachel’s first post college friends. They bond over being nurses, their joy in travel/adventure, and baking sourdough.
David Eubanks
Groomsman
Friend of the Groom David is a high school friend and college roommate. He's a roller coaster tycoon and is always up for a day at the amusement park or a hike in the mountains.
Adriana Retta
Bridesmaid
Friend of the Bride Adriana and Rachel met thru Scott (Adriana’s husband) in 2020. Adriana is the most gentle and selfless person ever.
Drew Lovell
Groomsman
Friend of the Groom Drew is a friend from high school. Drew and Ben enjoy watching the UC games. Drew is a tennis champ and just about unbeatable in ping pong.
Megan Dorski
Bridesmaid
Sister in Law of the Bride Megan and Rachel met back in 2007 when Megan started dating Rachel’s older brother, Peter. Megan has been like a sister ever since.
Adam Vale
Groomsman
Friend of the Groom Adam is a high school buddy. He's always down for a UC basketball game or a kayak trip on the river.
Caitlin McGillivary
Bridesmaid
Friend of the Bride Rachel and Caitlin met thru St MoGo/Annunciation during summer 2023. Caitlin graciously went with Rachel to get her finger sized and to try on rings.
Ben Luebbe
Groomsman
Friend of the Groom Luebbe and Merk have been friends since high school. They've done some serious hiking in The 'Burg and enjoy competitive frisbee golf games.
Carrie Dietz
Bridesmaid
Friend of the Bride Carrie and Rachel originally met in 2019 at UC thru DanceMarathon, but they truly became friends in 2021 on fall break. Carrie has an adventurous and loving soul.
Austin Wessels
Groomsman
Friend of the Groom Wessels is a high school and college friend. He's a fan of hiking, biking and all things aerospace. He also served as the bicycle pacer for the infamous 2020 westside marathon.
Aria Dorski
Flower Girl
Niece of the Bride Aria is Rachel’s first born niece. She is a crazy child with loads of energy.
Raegan Dorski
Flower Girl
Niece of the Bride Raegan is Rachel’s other niece and Goddaughter. She is sassy, cute, and keeps Rachel young.
Pete Dorski
Ring Bearer
Nephew of the Bride Pete is Rachel’s only nephew. He loves reading books and is the smartest 2 year old around.