Ashley & Danny
Wedding Party
Cindy Jacoba
Matron of Honor
Cindy is the bride’s mother and Matron of Honor. She has always been one of the most supportive and dependable people in Ashley’s life. She has been there encouraging her every step of the way, from teaching her how to walk, to attending countless cheer competitions throughout the years, to helping her navigate college applications. Cindy has been a constant source of strength for Ashley’s passions and dreams through every stage of her life. She has been incredibly welcoming to Danny, making him feel like family from the start. She is always the first to lend a hand, and that has been especially true during this season of life. Her love and generous heart mean the world to the couple. Having her by the bride’s side makes this day even more special.
James Claffey
Best Man
James is one of the best men who the couple met during their first days at Purdue and has remained one of their best friends ever since. Ashley even tried recruiting him for her bridal party, sparking a playful debate over who got to claim him. In the end, the brotherly bond won, and Danny is honored to have James by his side. James is one of Ashley’s favorite people to lean on for support, advice, and laughter through life’s challenges. In college, Danny and James were nearly inseparable: ghost hunting, building igloos, sitting in on each other's classes, and more. Despite the distance now, they still stay close through regular chats and late-night gaming sessions.
Courtney Edgar
Maid of Honor
Courtney, the bride’s sister and Maid of Honor, has always been her built-in best friend. Their bond has only grown stronger over the years as they’ve moved from growing up together to truly enjoying each other’s company as adults. She’s known for her hilarious personality, kind heart, and her ability to make everyone around her feel comfortable and included. Ashley is incredibly proud of the person she’s become and is so grateful for her steady support in both big and small ways. She has also naturally welcomed Danny into the family, treating him like a brother from the start. Her presence makes this day all the more meaningful.
Nolan Siara
Best Man
Nolan is Danny’s childhood best friend and one of his best men. They started as an “enemies to friends” story (Danny often jokes about how they didn’t get along at first), but they quickly moved past the silly drama and built a strong, lasting bond. Their friendship has remained meaningful and unshakable over the years, with the two of them truly understanding each other. They were constantly competitive, especially when playing sports together, which only made their relationship more fun and brought them closer over the years. Danny couldn’t be happier to have Nolan standing with him on his wedding day.
Emily Gallup
Bridesmaid
Emily has been part of Ashley’s life for so long that neither of them can quite remember when they first met, she has simply always been there. Growing up as neighbors made their friendship especially easy, with the two of them constantly at each other’s houses and rarely spending time apart. From going on many memorable trips together exploring the world, to the nights spent driving around aimlessly looking for something to do often ending at the local movie theater just for popcorn and air hockey. Their friendship has truly stood the test of time, with them even attending Purdue together after high school. Ashley is so grateful to have had her by her side through every stage of life.
Vishal Bhimersetty
Groomsman
Vishal and the couple first met online through the same Purdue group chat where Danny and Ashley originally connected, and met in person on move-in day at Purdue University. They’ve been close friends ever since. In college, you would often find Danny and Vishal spending countless hours at the rec center until they ended up with full body cramps. Known for his random, hilarious comments, Vishal always keeps people laughing. Even though he now lives far away, he and Danny consistently have long phone calls catching up about life. Ashley and Danny are excited to have him be part of their wedding day.
Grace Jones
Bridesmaid
Grace and Ashley quickly became close while hosting puppy parties together through their work. Early on, Grace mentioned she had a feeling Ashley would be in her wedding one day...and she was right, as Ashley later served as one of her bridesmaids in November of 2024. Now the roles are reversed! Their relationship has grown far beyond the workplace into a genuine friendship filled with many shared memories and time spent together outside of work. She brings warmth, humor, and steady support into Ashley’s life. Even though Grace is technically Ashley’s manager, their bond and friendship extend well beyond their professional roles.
Isaac Taylor
Groomsman
Isaac and Danny met through their fraternity, Sigma Tau Gamma, where they first bonded over their shared faith and involvement in leadership roles during their time as new members. Isaac is known for being strong-willed, reliable, and genuine. Over the years he and Danny have built a friendship rooted in trust, loyalty, and a shared sense of humor. Their hangouts have even sparked a funny superstition among friends about being oddly connected to major news and world events, so Ashley and Danny are hoping his presence on their big day keeps things memorable for all the right reasons.
Mattie Buschman
Bridesmaid
Mattie is one of Ashley’s coworkers who quickly became a great friend. Ashley was a bridesmaid in Mattie’s wedding in May of 2025, and Mattie is now standing beside her in return. Their trip to Florida for Mattie’s bachelorette party was an amazing bonding experience, filled with boating, spotting dolphins, and plenty of games back at the rental house. At home, they can do anything together, from big flashy nights out to just staying in and ranting about life. She’s absolutely hilarious and always knows how to turn any night into a good time. Danny immediately loved her for being a Chicago Bears fan, making her an instant hit in their lives.
Michael Marzigliano
Groomsman
Michael, affectionately known as “Maz,” is one of Danny’s closest childhood friends. Having grown up just down the street from him, he has known Danny since middle school. For years, Ashley had no idea Michael’s real name because Danny always called him “Maz.” The first time she heard someone refer to him as Michael, she had no idea who they were talking about. Through years of memories, nonstop laughs, and even the occasional alien debate, Maz has always been there for Danny. He has been a lifelong friend and like a brother to him, making it especially meaningful to have him standing by his side today.
Joy Taylor
Bridesmaid
Joy and the couple met while attending weekly trivia nights together, where their first victory took much longer than expected. Over time, trivia nights turned into regular hangouts, and after many evenings (and the occasional couch nap at Ashley’s), a close friendship naturally formed. She is incredibly grounded and thoughtful, someone who is easy to talk to when life gets complicated and who always offers a steady, level perspective. She has a bright and energetic personality that lights up every room she’s in, and her humor keeps everyone laughing. Joy truly lives up to her name, always bringing happiness wherever she goes.
Jake Siara
Groomsman
Jake is part of Danny’s core childhood friend group, and is known among the guys as “Juice.” He and Danny have shared years of memories, from everyday life to the fun of navigating high school. A lot of those high school adventures came out of their P.E. class, which are better left undescribed but fondly remembered. Outside of school, the two spent countless late nights playing basketball while chatting about life and strengthening their bond. Through the different stages of life, Jake has remained an important part of Danny’s story, and Ashley and Danny are so grateful for his support.
Sarah Bolda
Bridesmaid
During Purdue’s Boiler Gold Rush, Sarah became one of the couple’s unofficial move-in week team leaders, immediately making them feel at home. She quickly became an encouraging older sister figure in Ashley’s life. She and her husband, Matt, are the kind of people who always show up when it matters most, and the two couples have naturally become a support system for each other through every stage of life. Whether big moments or unexpected challenges, they are always the first to step in and help however they can. Sarah has remained a constant source of warmth and support in Ashley’s and Danny’s lives.
Matt Bolda
Groomsman
Matt is Danny’s fraternity “grand big” from Sigma Tau Gamma. It’s a running joke that they’re so similar that they are basically different versions of each other. Matt has truly been like an older brother to Danny and has also become very close with Ashley. A lot of their friendship was built through time spent together just hanging out, talking, and playing video games late into the night. He doesn’t seek attention, but his presence and consistency have always made a lasting impact on those closest to him. Ashley and Danny are thrilled to have him by their side on their wedding day.
Alexa Beckman
Bridesmaid
Alexa and Ashley met at Purdue University through their shared involvement in events for Danny’s fraternity, Sigma Tau Gamma, quickly bonding over their appreciation for the chapter and the community around it. Their friendship continued to grow after college, and Ashley can’t imagine life without Alexa’s constant kindness and steady positivity. She has a very down-to-earth outlook on life, always able to find the bright side in any situation, and her infectious laugh and ever-present smile make her a joy to be around.
Parker Beckman
Groomsman
Parker and Danny met through their fraternity, and their friendship grew stronger over time especially after college. Parker is known for being down-to-earth and genuine. He is someone you can have deep conversations with, but who also knows how to let loose and have fun. Parker is also an extremely great listener, having the ability to recall and make conversation about things you told him years ago, no matter how significant. Ashley and Danny feel lucky to have him by their side as they celebrate such a special day.
Shelby Lockhart
Bridesmaid
Clearly Ashley has a habit of turning coworkers into close friends, and Shelby is no exception. Shelby is sneakily funny, and spending time with her is always a treat. She often has a laid back vibe but everyone always loves it when she lets loose in bold, hilarious moments, making her so fun to be around. She also has a way of gently pushing Ashley out of her comfort zone, as seen at a Thanksgiving feast at her house where they tried various mystery meats that left Ashley slightly traumatized but still admitting it was all delicious. Whether she is keeping things calm or going all out, Shelby is someone Ashley is truly grateful to have in her life.
Ethan Harding
Groomsman
Ethan and the groom met through their fraternity and were even neighbors in the same apartment building during their junior year, leading to plenty of crazy antics, and with Danny basically living on their couch throughout the pandemic. Watching shows like Peaky Blinders and discovering new music together was always a highlight for them. Ethan is known for being reliable and for his legendary ability to keep Snapchat streaks going forever. Danny and Ashley know that they can always count on Ethan, especially on their big day.
Serena Voltz
Bridesmaid
Serena is Danny’s older sister and a built-in friend to Ashley. Danny knew Ashley and Serena would get along even before they had first met one another. They share similar interests, perspectives, and an easy understanding of each other. As they’ve grown into adulthood, Danny and Serena have only become closer, and she remains deeply cherished within the family. Serena is naturally caring and attentive, always making sure everyone around her is doing well both mentally and physically. With her kind and loving heart, she is a steady and comforting presence in their lives. The couple is fortunate to have her supporting them in their journey together.
Palmer Stapler
Groomsman
Palmer is another one of Danny's fraternity brothers and they were roommates their senior year of college. Their friendship is packed with inside jokes, shared laughs, and 'memes'. With the same sense of humor, Palmer is always pulling pranks on Danny but you can also count on him for a deep, meaningful conversation whenever needed. Over time, Palmer has become someone both Danny and Ashley can always count on for a laugh or support. Ashley and Danny can’t wait to see what kind of mischief and memories he brings to their wedding day.
Ross Kuemmel
Flower Man
Ross is one of the flower men and yet another one of Danny’s Sigma Tau Gamma fraternity brothers, because apparently you can’t have too many. He’s truly the chillest guy you’ll ever meet, but also goofy and unpredictable. For example, he was once caught using his luscious locks as a mop to clean up the floor for Purdue Dad's Day. You never quite know what he’s going to say or do next, which is exactly why Ashley and Danny know he’s going to keep the wedding full of laughs and good vibes.
Andrew Smith
Flower Man
Andrew is the second flower man and one of Danny’s closest college roommates from their senior year living in the “House of Blues” in West Lafayette. Even though he now lives a few hours away, he always makes the effort to drive into town to hang out. Ashley and Danny have loved returning the favor by visiting him too. Being a fellow Bears fan, you will often see Danny and him angrily texting each other during the NFL season. His friendship means so much, and they are thrilled he will be part of the wedding fun.
Christian Vasquez
Usher
Christian is one of the ushers and was Danny’s fraternity big in Sigma Tau Gamma. From the first time they met at a recruitment event, the two always matched each other’s energy. They would often get each other hyped up on nights out, but also spent plenty of quiet time just chilling in the fraternity’s “cold air” room and playing NBA 2k17. Since day one it was clear how strong their friendship would develop. The couple is excited to have him helping keep the day as fun and memorable as their college adventures, while also serving as an usher and helping guests find their seats.
Krys Belton
Usher
Krys is the second ushers for the wedding, who had welcomed Ashley and Danny during Boiler Gold Rush week at Purdue as one of their makeshift team leaders. They had so much fun with him that they begged him to reveal his fraternity, and when he finally admitted he was in Sigma Tau Gamma, it set Danny on a path to meet many of his closest friends. Their bond grew after college, where they started the tradition of weekly trivia with Krys as co-captain and treasurer, making memories that continue to this day.
Owen Edgar
Ring Bearer
Owen is Ashley’s younger brother and the ring bearer. Despite the age gap, he and Ashley are very close and often spend time gaming together. Owen has even joked that he enjoys playing video games with Ashley and Danny more than with his own buddies. Danny considers him a friend as well and is often surprised by how natural their conversations feel, given Owen’s age. Having watched him grow up throughout the duration of their relationship, the couple is so honored to have him as their ring bearer on this special day.
