Wedding Party
Christina Wichmer
Matron of Honor
Christina is Elise’s big sister by obligation and best friend by pure luck (can’t believe she still chooses to be my friend after sharing a room for 18 years). Christina lights up a room and has a genuine way of making you feel heard and loved. She is wise, strong, patient, and somehow now a full-blown cheer mom!? In all seriousness, Elise misses her every day and is selfishly loving all the excuses for quick visits with the wedding preparation! Christina takes on new challenges with incredible grace, and she continues to be Elise’s biggest role model and inspiration. I’ve already cried attempting to write this blurb about you so I hope you have some room in your dress for tissues… Can’t wait to have you by our side, Christina!
Jes Langosch
Bridesmaid
As a mama of three great littles, Jes is the definition of calm under pressure. We trust Jes with anything, and know she will be the one to think through the details. Jes has endured many trips to Alpine Valley corralling Tyler and Keith, and has lived to tell the tale, so we know she’s game-day ready for a good time on June 8th. Can’t wait to dance the night away, hopefully her feet are calloused and prepared.
Jill Trojanowski
Bridesmaid
Jill is Elise’s sister-in-law, wife to Nicholas, and mama to our two spunky and hilarious nieces! Jill is always willing to lend a hand, has the greenest thumb of anyone we know, and puts all other themed parties to shame when she throws a bash. Jill is a master at balancing family life, DIY projects, and Moose’s quirks - she can do it all (and usually at the same time)! We are honored to have Jill by our side on our wedding day!!
Lindsay Kozik
Bridesmaid
Lindsay is Elise’s cousin-in-love - We’re forever grateful that Mike and Lindsay crossed paths (a couple times, right!?) because we couldn’t imagine our family without her! She’s been a source of strength, humor, and generosity. She is the hostess with the mostest at all times and doesn’t break a sweat. Both of her blue-eyed boys have inherited her heart of gold! Having Lindsay as part of our wedding party will guarantee there will be fun to be had and glitz and glam. WE LOVE YOU LINDS!
Emily Sawyers
Bridesmaid
Emily is Elise’s best friend since the 7th grade, where they were both equally awkward and angsty - a match made in heaven! Emily has been Elise’s classmate, teammate, college roommate, and fellow city-dweller. Emily has been there through it all (the good, the bad, and the ugly), and regardless of the situation she somehow uses her sense of humor to have you in stitches with tears streaming down your face. Emily’s smile and laugh is infectious, and she knows exactly what questions to ask that make you feel like the most interesting person in the room. Elise is incredibly thankful and grateful to have Emily’s friendship after all these years. We can’t wait to see those dance moves, Sawdog!
Bria Wichmer
Flower Girl
Bria, our niece, is not only a very important piece of the flower girl duo, but she has graciously agreed to share her BIRTHDAY with our wedding date! What a good sport, agreeing to work on her birthday! We can’t wait to celebrate with you, Bria!
Mykela Trojanowski
Flower Girl
Mykela is our trampoline-loving, puppet show-having, tumbling, swimming, niece and FLOWER GIRL! Mykela will certainly show her best moves on the dance floor so you better come with your dancing shoes! We’re excited to see those petals fly, Mykela!
Keith Langosch
Best Man
Not only Tyler’s oldest and only brother, but best friend and role model. Keith is a great example of the dad and husband Tyler strives to one day be. Keith and Tyler cherish time together traveling, going to concerts, golfing, and spending time as a family. Keith especially enjoys sharing stickers, music, beer, and tie-dye with Tyler. We’re so lucky to have him as the best man in our wedding!
Nicholas Trojanowski
Groomsman
Elise’s one and only brother and man is she lucky! Nicholas has been the automobile doctor for our entire family, and sneaky talented musician. We asked him to be the one man band for the wedding but for whatever reason he declined. In all seriousness, Nicholas is one of the most intelligent and compassionate humans we know. He’s the ultimate girl-dad, brother, husband, and friend. We can’t wait to see you cut a rug, Nicholai!
Max Wichmer
Groomsman
To know Max is to love Max, he’s MAXolutely UNSTOPPABLE!! We’re forever thankful to the sacred land of Champaign, IL (ILL!) that brought the Wichmer’s and the Trojanowski’s together. Max is a great husband, dada of 3 amazing kiddos, always willing to host out of town visitors, and will kick your butt in a Venmo battle. We cannot wait to celebrate with him!
Keith Reidy
Groomsman
Keith is Tyler’s first true friend and has remained a best friend for 25 years. Chance would have it that in 2020 they were lucky enough to be roommates in the same apartment when the world shut down, keeping each other sane amongst a record amount of White Sox beers and darts thrown. Keith and Tyler have shared many moments together and are lucky to be a part of a close-knit group of childhood friends. We are so excited to celebrate with such a great friend of Tyler and Elise!
Tyler Buchman
Groomsman
Tyler and Tyler are cart partners 4 lyfe. Inseparable on the course and in spirit off the course. Tyler and Tyler grew up one year apart but truly connected when they attended ISU, and the rest is history. They always bring out the best in the other and have a way of talking each other up when they need it most. Tyler is a friend that is always supportive and will have your back no matter what. He’s a great host that will never send you home hungry or thirsty. We are thrilled to have Buchman stand beside us on our wedding day!
Matt Yurchak
Groomsman
A true friend of Tyler’s through high school and college, and first REAL WORLD roommate (thanks, Sameer)! We still hang some of Matt’s leftover ornaments on our Christmas tree every year. Matt is someone Tyler can always count on for friendship, advice, and a good laugh. Matt is calm and level headed, on AND off the golf course. We’re honored to have Matt in our wedding party!
Brandt Langosch
Usher
Brandt, Tyler’s oldest cousin and lifelong friend, is a fierce leader. He will not only lead the group to the best seat in the house for a concert, but also will lead you to the greatest spot to watch a sporting event. He will literally give the shirt off his back and the food off of his grill. His (tiny) hands are as warm as his heart, and we’re thrilled to celebrate the day with him!
Graham Langosch
Usher
Graham is not only one of Tyler’s cousins but one of his closest friends. Graham is generous, kind, and compassionate. If you’re looking for Tyler and Graham together, they likely can be found once per quarter at Shaw’s Seafood Brunch (RIP) or at Flo & Santos suffering while watching the White Sox or Bears. They have been able to share many incredible experiences together thanks to Graham’s selfless generosity, and now Tyler is excited to share this experience with Graham by his side. Thank you for being a part of our big day, Graham!
Conor Langosch
Ring Bearer
Conor is our nephew and a fantastic big brother to his twin sisters, Ellie and Olivia. He’s prepped and ready for the big job he has on June 8th - handing off our rings! We know he’s going to do a great job and we can’t wait to share some dances, cookies, and twizzlers with him!
Mike Kozik
Officiant
When we were considering an officiant, we didn’t have to think long about who would be perfect for the job. Mike has always had a guiding role in our family - he may appear stoic and lawyer-y but deep at his core he’s still the upside-down-visor-wearing-Saint-Lawrence-football-player and we love him for that! Mike has a quiet confidence, is incredibly thoughtful, and excels at everything he puts his mind to. We can’t thank him enough for agreeing to lead us into marriage, and can’t wait to celebrate!