Wedding Party

Jon Hollenkamp

Groom

Raj Prasad

Best Man

Raj and Jon bumped into each other at a concert in Raleigh. Jon just moved to the city and Raj had just gained some freedom and looking for a night out. They ended up becoming best friends after countless shots of Don Julio, house partys, happy hours, concerts, workout videos, and adventures across the country and beyond.

Ryan Hollenkamp

Groomsman

Ryan and Jon met 36 years ago. Jon was just starting his life in a new world and couldn't speak a lick of English. Ryan showed Jon the ropes, usually the wrestling ropes, to get him through all the obstacles of life. Ryan takes credit not only as Jon's older brother, but also his personal trainer as he continuously put Jon through riggerous physical activity as they competed for little man of the house. Ryan and his roommates were essential in Jon's growth as a person and becoming the man he is today.

Juan Silva

Groomsman

Juan and Jon met after Jon moved from Montana to North Carolina due to a job transfer. Juan was the first to bring Jon under his wing. Juan was so considerate, he made sure to introduce himself twice, not remembering the first time. This may have been fueled by one too many Vegas Bombs. Nonetheless, they have become great friends through the years and have always shared too many laughs along the way.

Brad Newman

Groomsman

Brad and Jon began their friendship instantly after meeting through a mutual friend. Jon heard stories of this guy and knew he had to see it to believe it. Not only did Brad drive the vehicle we saw in music videos, but he was also an aspiring music producer with his own tracks including the crowd pleaser "Got Pop, no Soda. We in Minnesota." Brad had his own motorsports company and was Jon's inspiration to start purchasing jetskis and snowmobiles, while making a little money on the side. He is one of those guys that is up for anything and they always had a great story to tell after a night out. It was a treat to see what new dance move Brad was going to break out or which newspaper or board game he would be featured in next.

Pat Lynch

Groomsman

Pat and Jon met in high school at one of Pat's house partys. He flooded the basement with anyone looking for a good time with strict instruction to never go upstairs. Nonetheless, he invited Jon upstairs to make the drink of his choice at the time, Cherry Coke with grenadine! Pat is one of those guys that you want on your trivia team due to his extensive knowledge over a plethora of topics. Jon used Pat's knowledge and insight against him year after year to win a number of Fantasy Football championships. Speaking of Championships, Pat was the creator of their 2010 3 on 3 Basketball League Championship team- The Woodbury Chompers. Even though Jon moved out of state in 2012, Pat and Jon have always rekindled their friendship at trips to Hilton Head Island every September.

Cody Shepherd

Flower Dude

Cody and Jon met in Florida as co-workers and quickly became more than colleagues after a number of rowdy nights in Orlando. Their friendship was solidified after Cody cancelled plans one weekend to make a last minute trip to Nashville to meet up with Jon and Juan, one of the Groomsmen. Cody's friendship is like Miller Lite- Triple hopps brewed for a great pilsner taste. There's no better person to get the party... or ceremony started than Cody!