Katelyn & Nicholas
Wedding Party
Julia Kyser
Matron of Honor
Julia is my sassy, tell it like it is, creative and caring middle sister! She is one of the most real people you could meet. She quickly welcomed Nick into the family when he brought over ice cream one night for dinner and now requests it every time she sees him. His support of the Himes girls' ice cream addiction won her over! We are so excited to have her join our wedding celebrations! I'm so grateful that we are sisters, and more importantly, I'm so happy I get to feed her cheesy jokes for the rest of our lives and have her always there to roll her eyes and smile. She says I will get one, and only one, hug on my wedding day (she's not a hugger, I am). We'll see about that.
Paige Himes
Maid of Honor
Paige is my goofy, smart, stylish little sister! We are always in for any adventure! Whether it be exploring old buildings around town, sitting down to craft, watching the Kardashians while sporting mud masks, or talking on the phone for hours, there is never a moment we are bored, aren't dancing or laughing. Paige is the best little sister and friend I could ask for! We've shared so many stages in life together, punny, but true, she and I shared the stage at more than 20-ish dance recitals! You know we're busting out some moves at the wedding. Also, be sure not to miss her and Julia's speech at the wedding; it's sure to be filled with funny, maayyybee embarrassing, stories of when we were growing up.
Lindsay Frank
Bridesmaid
Lindsay and I were assigned as roommates Sophomore year of college and became fast friends! Often thought to be sisters by family and friends, we are soul sistas and will always claim that title! We will be "flamingling" our way through some amazing adventures ahead! Linds is one of the most caring people I know! She is quick to pick up the phone and check in on how my week is going, and I love doing life with her! She is best known for her love of animals, amazing cooking/baking skills, and we know you'll hear her infectious laugh at some point throughout wedding weekend!
Kathleen Gove
Bridesmaid
Kathleen and I quickly became great high school friends when I moved to Olean! We have a mutual love for ice cream (cue the Friendly's 12-scoop sundae), exploring and we also love the great outdoors! I have Kathleen to thank for coming with me on my first trip to Nick's house to play basketball! She was one of my first friends to meet Nick, and the three of us had so much fun tripping around Olean during the school year and summers together. Not only did we share the dance floor at High School proms, but also in Ellicottville dancing to Whitney Houston at her bachelorette and again at her wedding. Be on the lookout for this lady and her dance moves in March!
Rachel Harten
Bridesmaid
Meeting on the volleyball court in High School, Rachel is one of my oldest friends. Rache shares my love for ice cream, running and being outside in nature! Time together frequently includes long walks on trails with her two girls, some ice cream pit stops and driving adventures. Our relationship has really gone the distance; she convinced me to run in the Pittsburgh Half Marathon together! She is an amazing role model to not only myself, but her two daughters and soon to be newborn son! Harten party of 5 will be in attendance at our wedding, and we are so so excited!
Samantha Helwig
Bridesmaid
Sam and I met at our first job out of college, literally landing in side by side desks! I will always be thankful for being able to start and end the workday so easily and cheery with her at the office. My cube-mate quickly turned into a great friendship! After getting to know each other better, we decided to go on a double date to introduce our beaus, and that instantly turned into a lifelong friendship of summers together, date nights and vacations. We enjoy our summers lakeside with a good drink in hand, booty jams and good company in each other! Sam is a very sincere friend; I am fortunate to have her by my side.
Jordan Bradley
Best Man
From Allegany Little League Mariners, to high school, to college roommates at Alfred State, Jordan and I have been kool kats through it all. We have been seen front row at Bills vs. Dolphins games on more than one occasion.
Mike Helwig
Groomsman
Two wheels, four wheels or over the water...Mike and I have become good friends over our love of anything with a motor. With Kate and I being close neighbors with him and his wife Sam, it has allowed the four of us to become closer over the past couple of years.
Jason Kucharski
Groomsman
Jason is one of my oldest friends, dating back to early elementary school. From sharing the same school bus since 4th grade, poker nights in high school to keeping in touch after college, we have been friends for over 20 years!
Kyle Lemcke
Groomsman
Kyle taught me everything I needed to know and more about all the finer points of testing concrete and soils. I've repaid him by sharing my love of Chick-fil-a. Kate and I have enjoyed spending time with him and his wife Felicia over the past few years!
Ryan Potter
Groomsman
Ryan is my former Allegany 4x400 track record holding teammate, longtime poker player and euchre partner. We go way back to middle school, and have been friends ever since. Fun fact... after getting the school record in track, we and our two other teammates shaved our heads. Soon after, we realized that we look better WITH our hair.