Wedding Party
Jaden Nelson
Best Man
Jamie Gryskiewicz
Maid of Honor
Jamie has been Jalyn’s favorite sister since she was born, even though Jalyn cried because she wanted her to be a boy. Jalyn and Jamie have been living life together for a while and made lots of memories doing so--everything from sharing a room with each other for 14 years to driving to school together to being sand volleyball partners and to visiting each other in different states. Jamie is studying Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice at Arizona State University with hopes of working as a correctional psychologist one day. She loves line dancing, reading, traveling, and going to concerts. Jamie can’t wait to watch her big sister get married in October!
James Koshakji
Groomsman
James has trouble remembering their origin story, so let’s just read a few excerpts from Charley’s freshman year journal. “March 25, 2022 – Dear diary, this really cute senior just showed up to the TCU Catholic spring retreat at Montserrat retreat house in Denton, TX. I think I'll go talk to him. LOL I’m nervous XD, - Chalicious”. “March 26, 2022 – Dear diary, James and I really hit it off before dinner. We talked about our similar upbringings. I couldn't stop checking out his arms. Although, he kept making eye contact and smiling at this one girl, Isabel. Should I be worried? No way! I’m a catch! - Charley Warley” And indeed Charley Warley is a catch! As we just learned from the primary source, James and Charley's friendship began through a common interest in the Catholic faith, and that shared pursuit has remained the driving force behind their bond to this day. Also, they like to watch Tropic Thunder together.
Mary Grace Bubb
Bridesmaid
Mary Grace and Jalyn first met their freshman year at TCU through the Newman Center and their shared faith has created a strong foundation for their friendship! They took the next step in their relationship as roommates sophomore year and haven't looked back since. Jalyn credits Mary Grace with her survival of the sophomore year roomies. Mary Grace and Jay can be found sharing book recommendations, shopping, and enjoying sweet treats together. In the fall, Mary Grace is pursuing her Masters in Psychological Science at UTSA.
Hayden Brigham
Groomsman
Hayden first met Charley at TCU Catholic. He was vice president at the time and during one of his introductions to the congregation he mentioned that he was in computer science (CS). Back then he was pretty good at acting like he enjoyed it. After Mass Hayden decided to introduce himself as a fellow CS major from Colorado. Since that day they continued fostering their relationship through excessive ping-pong, laughing at their classes and serving at the Newman Center. Hayden enjoyed sending Charley unemployment memes (since he doesn’t have social media), but luckily it seems they will both be working for the man. Although he love adventures in the mountains, Hayden will be pursuing his career in Chicago, Illinois, at IBM as a Cybersecurity Consultant. And yes, he picked the job so he could be driving distance from the wedding!
Nicole Engelbert
Bridesmaid
Nicole and Jalyn first met in high school when they started playing volleyball together, and soon found their friendship flourishing on and off the court. Despite being long-distance best friends, they have made the best of their time together at summers and holidays. When the stars align and they are blessed with each others' presence, you can find them eating Texas Roadhouse rolls, having a book club sleepover, or bingeing Bridgerton and DCOM movies. Nicole recently graduated with a BS in Biology with an emphasis in Pre-Pharmacy and is currently working at a hospital's pharmacy in Arizona. When she isn't wearing her scrubs, Nicole can be found playing sports or games with her brothers and her two adorable nephews.
Joey Bonfiglio
Groomsman
Charley and Joey became infatuated with one another through their TCU Catholic Newman Center. They love calling one another daily, snuggling and watching movies, playing a good game of catch in the yard, and Charley loves losing to Joey in ping pong. They are both avid word hunt addicts and may or may not have to sacrifice inappropriate words to get the W. Even though Charley's a Bears fan and Joey supports America’s team, they still find time to bond over football during the season. If anyone tells you, Caleb Williams is not the truth. Even though there have been many experiences, Joey's favorite with Charley would have to be spending time with him shirtless at their friend James’ lake house.
Henley Tayag
Bridesmaid
Henley met Jalyn freshman year of college through TCU Catholic, and the two quickly became best friends. After freshman year, Henley traveled to Arizona for the first time and had such a fun time spent with Jalyn and the Gryskiewicz family! Since then, they’ve been roommates, traveled to Rome with TCU Catholic, and bonded over their shared love for arts & crafts, hosting, sand volleyball, and their Catholic faith. Henley loves how naturally she and Jalyn understand each other and how genuine and constant their friendship has remained throughout every season of their lives!