Wedding Party
Stine Reed
Matron of Honor
Stine and I met at my summer job in Norway, and you would have thought we had known each other our entire lives. Stine has been a constant role of love and support. We have seen each other through many life milestones, and I am so excited to have her here in this journey.
Shaye Shoenhair
Matron of Honor
Shaye and I met in the youth group at La Casa, and have been attached at the hip since. Shaye grew up with three sisters, four including me. We spent some of our college years together, and have seen each other through trials and tribulations. Shaye is a kindred spirit and makes me, and everyone around her laugh.
Elizabeth Gilmore
Bridesmaid
Elizabeth and I met in a college class; she was the balance I needed. She not only acts as a middle school counselor, but my own personal one too. She has the most creative heart, and knows how to make everyone around her comfortable and laugh. Elizabeth visited me in Norway, and I cant wait to show her the Norwegian traditions in my wedding too!
Audra Harrison
Bridesmaid
I know Audra from APU, and she and I grew close through our teaching classes together. She took me to my first baseball game, and is one of my most special friends in my life. Audra and I have many memories together, and most of them include missing class to stay at the pool.
Paige Lade
Bridesmaid
Paige and I have known each other before we were born. Our parents met through the transportation business, and her parents are my brother's Godparents. Paige has been a steadfast friend through it all. Paige is one of the softest and most kind souls. She not only has taken care of people as a nurse, but has taken care of me when I need it the most.
Morgan Luque
Bridesmaid
Morgan and I met in the youth group and have been roommates through out our time in college. Morgan is one of the friends that I can pick up the phone no matter the hour and ask for advice or to be an active listener. She is one of my most supportive friends and has always been eager to help in any scenario. We have travelled to South Africa together and have seen each other in our highs and lows of life.
Kaitlyn Martin
Bridesmaid
*By the time we get married, Kaitlyn will be Mrs. Ehlers! Kaitlyn and I have grown up together; we met in the 7th grade. Kaitlyn and I currently teach together at the same school. It is so much fun that we have come full circle. Kaitlyn makes me laugh the hardest, mostly when she isn't trying. Kaitlyn and I have been having fun wedding planning together, and I can't wait to see her walk down the aisle in December 2023!
Ashley Rubio
Bridesmaid
You know how people say, they have their work wife? Well, Rubio is my work counselor, creative director, and so much more. We met working together, but have become great friends. Our friendship really solidified when I ordered terrible club materials using the school's money, but also travelling to Prague together. Rubio is everyone's biggest cheerleader, including the Padres baseball team.
Molly Ziegenbein
Bridesmaid
Two families coming together as one is fun for a lot of reasons, but I am so thankful that I get a new sister. I could not have been more lucky with my new sister Molly. Of course, we are sisters by marriage, but friends by choice. Molly radiates kindness, and is there for anyone in need. I am so excited to have Molly as my official sister now, and thank God everyday for blessing me with her!
Andrew Nichols
Best Man
Andrew and I met playing football together at Western Illinois University. Not only were we teammates, but locker mates, and ended up being roommates. Some might say we spent too much time together. One of my favorite memories with Andrew is setting up a Wrestling ring in our front yard made of old mattresses and left over Christmas lights.
Taylor Cooley
Best Man
2 inches, that's how our friendship started. I beat Taylor by 2 inches in a high school shot put event. Since then, our friendship has been a constant support of each other through life's hurdles on and off the track.
Conner Mcgraw
Groomsman
Our friendship started in 120 degree heat in Glendale Arizona. We bonded over dying during summer workouts for football. That bond has been stronger than either one of us have ever been.
Jevonte Domond
Groomsman
Jevonte and I met on the field in Glendale and quickly found out that we had a lot of similarities. Running through football drills in the sweltering heat makes you realize who you want around in your life, and Jevonte is one of them for me.
Brady Smith
Groomsman
Brady stands out in a crowd, mostly when he lived at the football house at WIU as a collegiate tennis player. Brady recently moved to Phoenix and now he lives just down the hall from us.
Kyle Kelly
Groomsman
Hard to imagine but Kyle took me under his wing when I lived in Houston. Much like Andrew we ended up spending a lot of time together, and roommates. We bonded over turtle races and hot dogs.
Luke Kasten
Groomsman
Luke and I started our friendship, much like some friendships do- in the middle of nowhere at a Polo match. It has grown to spending time in guys nights, marvel movies, and CrossFit workouts. I also think that I might be Luke's biggest fan of his angelic singing voice.
Lars Petersen
Groomsman
Lars and I bond over our favorite thing: ganging up up on Maria. It has been a lot of fun getting to know my new brother. Lars serves as the greatest Uncle for our Lionel, which I am grateful for!