Jamie & Gary
Wedding Party
Gary Athon
Groom
Gary is the most amazing man in the world. The Bride knows that all the girls are jealous that she snatched him up, and they should be. She have officially gotten herself the most handsome, loving, (and yes, sometimes stubborn) guy, and did it all while wearing a dirndl. This love may have caught her off-guard, but it was everything she needed.
Jamie Kohls
Bride
Jamie is the rock in the grooms life. She provides clarity, humor and a perspective that was missing from the grooms life. She is the grooms best friend and he didn't know he could love anyone as much as he loves her. She is the best dog mom to their fur baby Dino and the glue that holds their family together.
Steve Vassallo
Best Man
The Groom has known Steve for a hot minute. They grew close over the years and formed a friendship that will last forever. He has been there through the good times and the bad. He loves to remind the bride that a southern bell has to originate from parts further south than Northern Kentucky. She disagrees.
Casey Kohls
Maid of Honor
Casey has always been the Bride's partner in crime. When they were kids they would pretend that they were on survivor and have knot untying competitions. This time Jamie asked Casey to help her tie the knot, instead of untie. Hope she is up for the challenge.
Rick Risch
Best Man
The Groom and Rick have been tight since Kindergarten, but the memories they shared at the Bluffs bonded them for life. They have had many fun adventures together including watching Rick play the music he loves to create.
Jillian Kohls
Maid of Honor
Jill and the Bride share a face, and a love for musicals. I was not excited when mom said she was having another kid, but I am very excited that Jill will be a part of my big day. I love my beautiful baby sister.
Randy Douglas
Groomsman
Randy is the best big brother the Groom could ask for. He has helped guide the Groom into the man he is today. He instilled very little rules, but showed the groom how to have a good time from a young age.
Robin Clendening
Bridesmaid
Robin is sister to the groom and a fantastic mom (to cats and humans). Ever since Jamie was introduced to the Athon Family, Robin has made her feel like part of this crazy bunch. Jamie is so lucky to have her as a sister, and cannot wait for the many adventures ahead of them.
Greg Davis
Groomsman
Greg and the Groom have been tight since they came out of the womb. They spent many weekends wreaking havoc in North Brook. Many epic basketball games were played in that hood. Greg and the Groom may be cousins, but Gary has always thought of them as brothers.
Becky VonHandorf
Bridesmaid
Becky has been Jamie's friend since high school. Even in different cities and through trials of law school and law school, Becky and Jamie have maintained a close friendship. Becky is usually the life of the party and will be a really fun time at all the wedding festivities.
Jack Kohls
Groomsman
Jack is the sole brother of the bride. The Groom and Jack have worked closely over the past couple years at Hofbrauhaus and have become close as a result. Jack will be keeping the wedding party young and hip as the youngest groomsman.
Alex Kleynenberg
Bridesmaid
Alex and the Bride met at basketball in 2008, but lived next to each other since 1997.... Figure that one out. Luckily it didn't take Jamie that long to realize they were going to be best friends. The Athon Wedding would not be complete without Jamie's neighbor, teammate, and best friend.
Ryan Marnell
Groomsman
Ryan and the Groom started working together at the Hofbrauhaus more than 10 years ago. They bonded quickly over liters of beer and the love of intellectual late night chats. The only thing better than a glass of Jameson, is having Ryan share this special day with the Bride and Groom.
Taylor Schwarber
Bridesmaid
Taylor and the Bride met at volleyball, and to say she "set" Jamie up for success would be an understatement. Since then Taylor has played so many "positions" in Jamie's life. She has been her "teammate", college roommate, NKU classmate, and honorary family member. Luckily, she said yes to being Jamie's bridesmaid, and this time we are all a "fan."
Michael Hronek
Groomsman
Michael and the Groom bonded over their love of soccer and being there for each other after the passing of their mutual friend, Augusto. They have formed a friendship that has lasted for close to 20 years. He will be the groomsman double fisting bourbon at the bar the night of the wedding if you need him.
Megan Daly
Bridesmaid
Megan and the Bride became best friends when she made the very smart decision to join the Norse force. This killer Kiwi and Jamie have experienced TRX, countless Skyline and Chipotle trips, and many other adventures (without inviting Alex, of course) which helped their friendship grow to what it is today. Jamie is so lucky to have her by her side on this very special NYE and not in another exotic location around the world.
Brandon Vieth
Groomsman
Brandon is the Bride's future Brother-in-Law. Gary and Brandon have been the in-laws together at many family gatherings and have bonded over figuring out the names of the large Kohls-Sheridan family. The Groom is excited to have him as a part of our wedding.
Lauren Hurley
Bridesmaid
Lauren and the Bride's friendship grew out of misery loves company. Lauren and I met during volleyball pre-season and for those of you who played sports in college know how fun that is. After that immediate bond, Jamie and Lauren stayed close friends throughout undergraduate school. Then they thought, "What can we do that is even more fun?" So, they both decided to enroll in law school. Many snacks and late night study sessions later, they became best friends. After all that, Jamie asked her to be her bridesmaid and do something that is fun with me..... for once.
Haven Sanders
Flower Girl
Haven is the Groom's Niece and our newest flower girl. She is the cutest addition to our wedding party and we can't wait to see her strut down the aisle.