Ashley & Jake
Wedding Party
Kristie Schultz
Matron of Honor
Ashley met Kristie at Starbucks in 2015. Since then, the two have enjoyed trips to Las Vegas and Mexico. Always down for a sing-a-long and a great cup of coffee, Ashley couldn’t imagine life without this wonderful soul.
Brock Sishc
Man of Honor
Brock is Ashley’s “brother”. Having met in high school and sharing the same birthday, the two have been close for over 20 years. Sometimes family is blood, others, it’s being lucky enough to meet someone who has felt like a sibling from the beginning.
Kailey Weissman
Bridesmaid
Ashley met Kailey during the pandemic. Having both worked as bartenders at Bonefish Grill, the two instantly became buds. With loves of adventure, music and a good drink, these two have had a lot of fun together.
Nick Peterson
Bridesman
Nick was Ashley’s college roommate, but the two had met each other years earlier teaching music. From Taiwan to Bahrain, San Antonio to Las Vegas, the two continue to go on bike rides, drink tequila and have fun wherever they go.
Kate Bender
Best Woman
Kate embodies her role as Best Women, she is also known as 'Auntie Kate' to the couples' children. Jake and Kate have known each other for more than 10 years even working together as baristas. Kate has been there every step of the way during the couples' relationship. Kate will be returning home (literally, the wedding is at her house) to Colorado from Chicago to join us.
Daniele Runyan
Groomswoman
Daniele is Jake's cousin and a true friend. Jake and Daniele have always shared a special connection and is thrilled she will be standing alongside him. Daniele will be joining us from Raleigh, North Carolina.
Alex Luhmann
Groomsman
Alex is Jake's brother. Over the years and despite the miles apart, can pick up and continue conversations as if they never ended. Alex will be joining us from Fairmont, Minnesota, Jake's hometown.
Cory Luhmann
Groomsman
Cory is Jake's younger brother and much loved uncle for the couple's children. Cory will be joining us from Phoenix, Arizona.
Kanon Luhmann
Ring Bearer
Kanon is Jake and Ashley's son. Full of love, giggles and (almost) always a helpful hand, Kanon is VERY excited to be a huge part of the celebration. This kid is voted most likely to steal the show and is likely to be everyone's best friend by the end of the night.
Kadence Luhmann
Flower Girl
Kadence is Ashley and Jake's daughter. Although we have given her the job of "flower girl", she'll likely be the wedding planner, keeper of her brother and party starter. Although shy at first, we're sure she'll make her rounds to delight you all with some entertaining conversation.
Deb Bender
Officiant
The couple is honored to have Deb as their officiant. Jake met Deb more than 10 years ago through Ride The Rockies Bicycle Tour and has remained foundational part of the couple's extended family unit.
Luke Bender
Usher
Luke is the older brother of Kate Bender and son to Officiant Deb Bender. Luke is known as 'Uncle Luke' to the couple's children. He will be returning home (again, literally) and joining us from Lubbock, Texas.