Wedding Party
Kaarin Gregory
Maid of Honor
Kaarin is a mutual friend of Ben and Heather. “This girl has become one of my best friends. Over the last few years we have had many adventures and amazing discussions. We share a love of tequila, Birkenstocks, and the scrub life and I couldn’t imagine getting married without her. She’s the Karen to my Lola and never passes up a chance to have a good time or bowl of mac n cheese.” -Heather
Serena Brei
Bridesmaid
Serena is Heather’s daughter. “I knew from the moment I first held her (scared as hell at 16 years old) that she was going to forever change my life. For her I would always try to do better, be better, and come out of hard times resilient. She was my first true love, this little soul who loved me unconditionally since birth and has never made me feel anything but proud. I am so glad she’s old enough to stand beside me on my wedding day, and I can’t wait to see her on hers.” -Heather
Maxine Hartranft
Bridesmaid
Maxine is a mutual friend of Ben and Heather. “This baddie has also become one of my best friends. She is hilarious, has some sick dance moves and can whip up the dopest playlist for any occasion. We always have the best conversations, laughs, and she’s a boss babe that’s always inspiring me. It also helps that she loves tequila too!” -Heather
Annie Zielinski
Bridesmaid
Annie is a mutual friend of Ben and Heather. “This GIRL. She’s loud, she’s down to party, and she’s also in my bestie circle. She’s got the biggest heart and I couldn’t be more happy I’ve gotten the chance to know her. She is always ready to drop it low, haul some hay or roll out to the lake. From being a great hype woman to taking engagement photos and bomb selfies this girl can do it all.” -Heather
Angela Maloney
Bridesmaid
Angela is Ben’s sister. “I’m so glad he had one to share, because being an only child I’ve always wondered what it would be like to have siblings. She’s kind, funny, hood when it counts and as we like to say “she’s from the south side of the Kingdom”. We’ve had so much fun this last year and have become close and I am so excited to be gaining another bestie and sister in law!!!” -Heather
Joseph Budz
Best Man
Joe is not only Ben’s best man but his father. “Not only is he my father, but he’s my best friend so choosing him as my Best Man just came naturally. He is the only man I look up to and I have great respect for him.” - Ben
Matthew Moore
Groomsman
Matt is a mutual friend of Ben and Heather. “Matteo aka Matty Ice & I, have been closing down Old Father Inn for many years. From shooting pool to throwing darts, bar fights to push up contests he’s always been my right hand man.” - Ben
Cody Hartranft
Groomsman
Cody is a mutual friend of Ben and Heather. “Cody & I have been friends a long time....I’ve known Cody for a long time.....me and Cody....been friends for a long time.... He’s one of my best friends. From beers on the patio to lake trips and back we’ve been putting each other to bed longer than I can remember. I’m sure on my wedding night I’ll still be putting him to bed” - Ben
Kevin Gregory
Groomsman
Kevin is a mutual friend of Ben and Heather. “Kevin aka Kevballz, is the only man to have knocked my ass out and regularly beat my ass in pool. As far back as building forts in the wash and leaving Bruce’s tools in the desert, we’ve been great friends ... even though he can’t catch fish to save his life” - Ben
Eric Hoopes
Groomsman
Eric is a mutual friend of Ben and Heather. “When I want to get White Claw wasted or lit off that Party Punch, Eric’s my go to guy! We both know there aint no laws when you’re drinking claws. From our love to shooting guns and making Annie mad, Eric’s a buddy for life.” - Ben
Emmit Budz
Ring Bearer
Emmit is Ben’s son. “Emmit is the best bonus son a Step Mom could ask for. He and I instantly bonded over making cupcakes the first time we met. He’s my little buddy and is always willing to help me in the kitchen. I’m so happy to be gaining a son as special him” -Heather
Juniper Maloney
Flower Girl
Juniper is Ben's niece. "This little princess stole my heart the moment I met her. With great sense of fashion, her love of all things that sparkle I just knew she had to be our flower girl!" -Heather
Manuelita Budz
Mother of the Groom
"Manny has done nothing but make me feel welcomed. We have bonded over crafting, laughed so hard we cried and shared recipes. I couldn't ask for a better Mother in Law." -Heather
Connie Boling
Mother of the Bride
My mama has been my friend since the day I was born. Even though I made her a grandma at the young age of 40 she never made me feel like I was anything short of amazing. I have had her as a role model, and she's always showed me that women can do whatever we set our minds to. We have experienced loss, battled her through breast cancer and overcame so much in life. I cant thank you enough mama for always pushing me to do better!