Jennifer & Jonathan
Wedding Party
Christine Demarest
Maid of Honor
Forever neighbors turned best friends. Sure, she may not share the same parents, but she might as well have been a sister. Christine has been a fast figure in the bride's life for longer than they can even remember. Their friendship has continued to grow over the years, and will continue to do so for many more to come.
Brandon Aquino
Best Man
After meeting senior year of high school, the groom and Brandon became inseparable. Every weekend they would be together causing chaos, whether that meant out and about or at someone's home. It has been 10 years, and lucky for them the bride gets along with Brandon just as well, often times still allowing them to cause chaos. The groom found a once in a lifetime best friend and would not be where he is today without him.
Amanda Umbach
Bridesmaid
Growing up, and even into adulthood, strangers would always ask "Are you twins?" Technically no, but two sisters could hardly be closer. Amanda has always been there whenever the bride needed her the most. From a not so successful vacation to the shore, to long drives to Tennessee, to now standing in each others weddings, these sisters have been through it all.
Dakota Slate
Best Man
Dakota and the groom met in Karate in 2007. He is the grooms oldest friend, and, despite his best efforts, remains his best friend. They have been through many ups and many downs, but they have always been there for each other at the end of the day. He is the kind of friend that you can pick up right where you left off, regardless of how long it has been since seeing him last. He continuously proves that he is a great friend.
Aubry Willison
Bridesmaid
Picture day in second grade is the day that Aubry and the bride first became friends. There have been more adventures than can even be counted, including a flood in Wildwood, and traipsing the halls of a hotel in NYC in superhero garb. There has never been a dull moment in this friendship that is nearing 20 years.
Shawn Demarest
Groomsman
Shawn is a great friend to the groom. Their friendship has only grown closer as they spend more time together, since he is married to the maid of honor. Double dates, whether dates in or out are frequent with the two couples. Shawn and the groom always have something to talk about. Despite seeing each other so frequently that the bride's phone tells the distance to Shawn's house every Saturday, these two friends still look forward to hanging out. The groom looks forward to a lifelong friendship with Shawn.
Casey Hughes
Bridesmaid
Who could imagine that you can meet a lifelong friend on the school bus? Casey has been in the brides life for almost 20 years after being on the same bus in elementary school. Friendship grew quickly, and has continued to grow through the years. She taught the bride about horseback riding, and even tried to teach her to yodel! There are so many more adventures in store.
Derek Thompson
Groomsman
Derek is the groom's most "interesting" friend. They met in Highschool where they hit it off in class. Derek manages to be the comic relief in any situation and is one of the most understanding people he knows, despite the fact he can be the most stubborn individual simultaneously at times.
Yasmeen King
Bridesperson
Although not cousins by blood, Yas and the bride grew up together, and have been family for their entire lives. It has always been a joke that the bride was "in the room when Yas was born". They have been a person to count on since day one. Countless sleepovers, getting tattoos together, a wine tour, and a derailed train have been part of the lifetime of cousin adventures for these two.
Cory Barnes
Groomsman
Cory has been one of the groom's friends for over a decade now. Through long gaps of silence and plenty more filled with chatter, he has remained as one of the groom's closest friends, even a roommate for a short period of their lives. Cory has a plethora of information and even more opinions to go along with it, so he can make some great conversation...sometimes. Though he can talk your ear off, he's always been there to lend an ear for him and many other people.
Kelly Thielmann
Bridesmaid
As the groom's sister, Kelly will become sister in law to the bride. Even though there is a big distance between, Kelly has already been a big help with planning the wedding. She has offered so much support and insight, and shared in the excitement. The bride and groom are honored for her to be a part of their day, and to stand with them when they say "I do".
Nick Thielmann
Groomsman
The groom is excited to have his first official brother-in-law stand with him on his wedding day. Nick has proved to be an effortless fit into the groom's family. He has joined in for many Thanksgivings and family events, and each time comes with new and exciting stories. The groom couldn't have imagined a better brother-in-law.
Sadie Struble
Flower Girl
Sadie is a little ray of sunshine. She has such a big personality for such a tiny person. She is so full of love and light, and is such a joy to be around. The bride and groom are so happy to have her be a part of their ceremony.
Douglas Struble
Usher
The term "half brother" was never used in the bride's family. Despite having a different last name, Doug was always referred to as brother. Doug is the reason that the bride and groom met and got close in the first place. He has brought the couple together, and earned the title of brother to the groom as well.
Matthew DeBlock
Usher
A big brother can be one of the most important people in a girl's life, and Matt has definitely earned that sentiment. Matt has been a great role model (most of the time), and a rock to lean on. He is always doing whatever he can to help his sisters and those close to him.
Jesse Umbach
Officiant
Jesse, brother-in-law to the bride and friend of the groom, offered to officiate Jenn and Jon's wedding in 2015 when he was first engaged to the bride's sister. The bride and groom are excited to have their ceremony done by someone who knows them so well, and is so close to them.