Matthew & Amber
Wedding Party
Ryan Hellier
Best Man
Little brother, blonde, mildly-moderately weird. It took a while for us to like each other (typical siblings) but it wasn't until a trip to Germany where we really started getting along. I still made him sit in the back of the car until he was a college freshman though. Now we have a lot of common interests whether that be running over each other in Halo or a Clone Wars marathon. And my little bro is killing it as an engineer.
David Flynn
Groomsman
Best friend growing up and knew me during my ADHD childhood (we aren't going to talk about that). David has been my oldest and most consistent friend, from basketball to NFL blitz and Gears of War to camping trips and our most memorable trip to the Carolinas, it has always been great to know I have a solid friend by my side for so many years.
Reid Dobson
Groomsman
My grad school roommate in Physical Therapy school. From video game and movie nights to balling out with our fellow classmates, I definitely hit the jackpot in roommates (not gonna talk about Reids car though...). Also, let it be known, Reids quizlet carried the class and was always my go to for review the night before and day of testing.
Rey Horta
Groomsman
Rey and I met initially in Statistics where he carried over half the class and I helped the athletes out. Then met again at a party and he started dating and married one of my other best friends Hannah. Rey is an amazing friend, always down to hang, talk, Formula 1, and watch LOTR. He is also great with intellectual conversations, and I have learned a lot from him. They are both the kind of people who are there to pick you up or to just be there.
Josh Valbrun
Groomsman
I met Josh in Bible study at FGCU, he had to leave for a year, but we kept in touch throughout. We talked sports openly with the professor during algebra lecture and would have regular Bar Louie karaoke nights and Blue long island meet ups during basketball season. He introduced me to the fishbowl at FGCU where I found an amazing study spot so I could actually do something called focus (and he would do rounds to make sure I didn't wander off). Josh has been an amazing friend since I met him, and I believe is the first one to have met Amber.
Russell Maylott
Groomsman
Amber took my dog (Our Dog) to meet him and his wife Saray before I met them. She knew him from her college days and when he moved down we got to know each other and nerded out ever since. From pool parties to dog beach days to losing a bet in literally the last 5 minutes of a boat trip, Russ has been a solid friend in these recent years
Scott Franklin
Groomsman
Scott is a good dude, Amber's brother, and friend to Artemis. It is fun to hang when he is in town and always hilarious to see the brother and sister interactions. Scott is always there for Amber when she needs it, giving practical home care advice or just the typical brotherly harassment. I am looking forward to having Scott as a brother-in-law
Hunter Arthur
Maid of Honor
Forever Long Friendship and Sister. 31 years of friendship and more to come. The HOW Matt and I were in close proximity to meet. The Yin to my Yang. I moved to Florida with Hunter in 2017, and stayed even though she returned to our old stomping grounds, I stayed and met Matt.
Sylvia Burlock
Maid of Honor
First grade never fails a grand friendship. Our friendship began in Mrs. Curless’s class, and expanded across all years with growth, love, and exciting hobbies to suit. We even started a BFF CLUB. Our friendship withstood Sylvia moving to North Carolina at the beginning of high school, and her move back to Indiana. We’ve shared our love for Christ, prayed for one another in all times, and have had each other’s back through it all.
Alexandria Adams
Bridesmaid
It was the roaring 20s. We laughed, we cried, and had a really really good time. Alexandria is sophisticated, eclectic, intelligent, and always defended me in my beautiful disasters. And by disasters I mean life’s little fun moments where you can let lose and be exactly who you are in the moment you are in. Alexandria stood with me in all times, sun or rain. Favorable memories: live music at the chatterbox downtown Indianapolis, and deep conversations late at night as the foster kittens snuggled nearby.
Devan Bolton
Bridesman
6th grade Mr. Miedema’s class. Pretty sure you were the reason I decided it was a fine idea to tend to the mice who would later be used as food for our class pet Plisken Jr. From the group projects to our wild and crazy group adventures in the snow, or Super Bowl parties, Harry Potter movie parties, we instantly clicked and times never change.
Krissy Bryant
Bridesmaid
We met in elementary school, and I thought you were an incredible kick-butt person. You had and continue to have drive that inspires me always. We duked it out in sports- from soccer to basketball, race down the Monon Trail on bikes, and enjoyed Girl Scouts together. I sought the best advice from you and learned to focus in on goals from your driven mind and dedication to hard work in school, and all things.
Jennifer Ebbler
Bridesmaid
TWINSIE. Well, we had an interesting start to our friendship. Cells in Genes class. You booked a trip on my birthday, I booked a trip on my birthday. Lo and Behold we are twins. I knew you in my sorority house, from your friendship with a sorority sister but so glad I officially met you in class. We’ve had some life events that brought us even closer, and I think I could never forget all our Florida adventures- starting out as our senior college trip. Oh, and definitely cannot forget our study abroad days where we both visited one another- New Zealand and Australia. You taught me to really appreciate life and always ADVENTURE.
Tricia Henderson
Bridesmaid
NURSING 101. You and I clicked at Seton Specialty Hospital. It was my first nursing job and could not believe how great it was to have a friend who cared so much about her patients and willing to help so much when nights were hard. You taught me how to be a better nurse, alongside our friend Clare. So happy we reconnected in Florida, and will never forget our THEN LEAVE days- our riding scooters through Sparkman's Wharf - where I surprisingly didn't crash.
Catherine King
Bridesmaid
You are family. Best friend. We’ve shared secrets, and love stories, stories that have hurt us and stories that have made us proud. Catie is the cousin I’ve always role modeled after. I ask you for your opinion because I know you are smart. We can understand one another without explanation. We do not have to try too hard to understand one another, we kind of just click. Oh also, enjoyed our DePauw Days. I thought I was the coolest when I missed school and got to stay with you overnight for a tour of DePauw University. Who knew I would end up at the same University as you.
Tracy Thompson
Bridesmaid
My 6th grade violin bestie. My forever laugh until I cry. You are incredibly tough, smart, and always there. We had so many sleepovers, and conversations about life and love. From middle school dances together, to high school, and college fraternity parties/dances we grew so close. You introduced me to my love for the Colts even more because you are the #1 fan. I still can’t believe you put up with me and those crazy college days, but thank goodness you did!