Wedding Party
Emily Russell
Matron of Honor
Emily and I met through Will thanks to her husband- Austin! Will and Austin grew up together and lived together in Bellingham for a year. We had our first double date when Will and I started dating, and immediately hit it off. It wasn't until about 2 years later when we hosted a Superbowl party that Emily and I started to get closer. We slowly started texting more, and by the Fall of 2020 we were inseparable! Emily is not only a wonderful, supportive, and kind friend, she is creative and thoughtful thanks to her degree in Design! Emily resides in Mill Creek, WA with her husband, their dog, Riley, and their 2 cats Nutmeg and Clementine.
Holland Pilukas
Bridesmaid
This sweet and talented girl is the Groom's sister, Holland. Holland is someone even I look up to (even though she is younger than me!) because of her drive. Her hard work of sports and education pays off as she is attending the University of Washington for nursing and is on their track team for Pole Vault. There is always something new Holland accomplishes, and she never fails to amaze us!
Kaylie West
Bridesmaid
Kaylie and I go way back. From classmates in Elementary school to being a bridesmaid in her wedding, here we are years later completely inseparable. Kaylie is my scary movie buddy, my friend I can go to for anything, and someone I am so proud of for the woman she has become. I remember our weekly sleepovers consisting of scary movie marathons, mountain dew and junk food, to Say Yes to the Dress marathons and gushing over our dream wedding. We would fantasize over our dress and dream husband, and now we have them better than imagined. I have watched Kaylie blossom from a wife to now a mother, and I am so happy to be a part of these chapters as she has mine.
Alissa Tuggle
Bridesmaid
Alissa and I met at our first job as 16 year old's at Dairy Queen. Some shifts were spent with ice cream all over our aprons, in our hair, on the back of our necks, but Alissa and I would still make the best of it and have fun! We began getting closer and found out we would both be attending Western Washington University. She was a year ahead of me, and would rescue me from the dorms and take me to see the city of Bellingham. A year later we moved in together in our 3 bedroom apartment with our other friend Zach, who we also met at Dairy Queen and ALSO went to Western, what are the odds?! Alissa's sarcastic humor brightens up my day, and I am forever grateful for all of the memories I made in Bellingham all because of her!
Hannah Meldahl
Bridesmaid
Hannah and I met at Western Washington University through mutual friends. She lived in Mathes Hall, while my roommates and I lived in Nash, but she spent the majority of her time with us and she seemed like another roommate to us in the best way! Hannah and I bonded over music, and filmed a cover of "Count On Me" by Bruno Mars for our friends Natalie and Olivia during our last week of school. This represents Hannah as a friend and person because she has always been reliable and thoughtful. She always keeps our friend group together, and reminds us to stay in touch. Hannah can make anyone feel valued and happy, much like herself! Hannah and her husband are expecting their first child together- a baby boy!
Camden Pilukas
Best Man
Camden and Will have a special brother relationship, earning him the Best Man badge. From being the two older siblings who teased the younger siblings, to late nights playing video games and drinking white claws. Camden is attending Washington State University all while fulfilling his Frat adventure!
Lleyton Pilukas
Groomsman
Lleyton is Will's younger (but much taller!) brother. He is about to start his senior year of high school and is always conquering some kind of sport! Whenever Will is in town to visit family in Woodinville, Will and his siblings all throw a football in the backyard. Lleyton is the ultimate definition of a gentle giant with his calm and collected demeanor. We love you, bubby!
Wyatt Wright
Groomsman
Will and Wyatt met while he was attending University of Idaho. Wyatt was friends with Will's roommate and they have been inseparable since! Wyatt resides in Idaho but drives the long trek to stay and visit a few times a year. That's dedication!
Austin Russell
Groomsman
Will and Austin go way, way back- all the way to Kindergarten! Growing up, they both attended the same schools, played the same sports, and even fell for the same girl in 7th grade! Austin and Will became roommates at Western Washington University and that is where Emily met Austin's girlfriend (now WIFE!), Emily! Not only do Will and Austin have a long lasting friendship, they both have spouses with the same name!
Cody Michaud
Groomsman
Will and Cody met on the first day of high school. He is our go-to when it comes to our car troubles, and currently works as a programmer fully remote. He and his fiance currently live in Kansas and will be making the trek to be a part of the wedding!