Jessica & Mark
The "I do" Crew
Sarah Gillund
Friend of Honor
Sarah and Jessica have known each other for literally as long as they can remember. They have been through thick and thin together and always seem to end up in the same place. It only makes sense that they both got engaged and are getting married in the same year. They will grow old together and one day share a nursing home room.
Matt Aho
Friend of Honor
Matt and Jessica met in college working for a summer program at the U of M. Jessica decided Matt was going to be her friend and Matt didn't have much choice. Since then he has been one of Jessica's steadiest and closest friends. If Mark and Jessica are going on an adventure, Matt is usually along for the ride (or to drive).
Kelsey Juenke
Friend Of Honor
Kelsey and Jessica are friends and family. They attended the same school since second grade. They've been through thick and thin and lived together for four year after college. Their bond is strong and Jessica feel's so lucky to have such a fun-loving person in her life.
Alyssa Filip
Friend of Honor
Jessica and Alyssa met when Alyssa started in Jessica's department at work in 2016. They got to know each other bonded over their small town childhood and "507" area codes. Since then they've been close and spent many hours at and outside of work together causing all sorts of ruckus (just kidding, we are both actually pretty tame- except for that one party...)
Trey Buchholz
Brother of Honor
Jessica met Trey on January 14th, 1992. He is her younger (and less attractive) brother. He has offered to play every other role in the wedding, but had to settle on being in the wedding party. Sometimes they want bonk each other on the head, as siblings do. Other times they enjoy the Toy Story movies together or arguing over who is right (Jessica is right). Jessica is so lucky that Chelsea will put up with Trey's nasty farts so she can be her sister.
Chelsea Buchholz
Sister Of Honor
Jessica isn't quite sure how long she has known Chelsea, but when Chelsea and Trey started dating she had to get to know her very well because it seemed like Trey was pretty smitten. Jessica couldn't ask for a better sister-in-law in Chelsea. They share a lot of values and are always excited to see each other and spend time together.
Tyler Bailey
Friend of Honor
Jessica met Tyler in college at the U of M when they both lived in Comstock together. Tyler and Jessica have stayed close friends for many years and sometimes Jessica drags him along to outings with Matt and Mark. Tyler is there if Jessica and Mark ever need help and they truly appreciate it. He's leads book club and is always down for a virtual hang during the pandemic!
Carla Super
Officiant/Friend of Honor
Carla and Jess met at work at Wells Fargo. They both started a new position at the same time and bonded over chats during work. They realized they had a lot in common and became fast friends.There were many fun nights at the Spring and overtime hours at work. Over the years they've grown closer and it's always a great time when they are able to hang out.
Autumn Buchholz
Sister of Honor
Autumn is Jessica's younger sister. Being 12 years younger, Jessica always felt like she was a bit of a parent to Autumn. She still feels that motherly instinct for Autumn, but as they've grown up their relationship has blossomed into a friendship and sisterhood. Jessica will always feel a bit responsible for Autumn, but that's the oldest child in her. She's excited to have her sister sharing in her big day with her.
Jackie Jensen
Friend of Honor/Wedding Day Coordinator
Jackie and Jess met when they both moved into Comstock Hall a the U of M. Their rooms were across the hall from each other, they got be friends and were both involved with the hall council together. Their biggest adventure came when they went on a week long service trip together across the United States. They definitely bonded and solidified their friendship for life. Since then they have lived apart but always reconnect and it's just like old times.
Katie Carson
Friend of Honor/Personal Attendant
Jessica met Katie when Katie moved to Hendricks in 7th grade. Katie only stayed for one year but their friendship continued as Katie would still visit Hendricks at her parents lake home. Over the years they stayed in touch and their families are very close. Jessica considers Katie to be one of her closest friends and is lucky to have her and her family in her life.