Carly & Jordan
Wedding Party
Cathy Dufresne
Mother of the Bride
Cathy loves her kids, dogs, and home renovation projects. When I was little, we would always go search the yard for baby frogs to see how many we could catch (frogs are our favorite animal). She taught me the beautiful combination of grilled cheese & Ramen, how to manage my unibrow, and how to play pool (still working on that one). Also, some people say we look alike. Maybe just a little.
Russ Francis
Father of the Bride
Russ is the greatest handyman I know - he can build anything better than the people on HGTV. He is a wonderful provider for our family and will do anything and everything he can to help. He has the best laugh once you get him going and has some pretty good jokes up his sleeve. Warning: there may be some tears shed during our first dance.
Korey Francis
Step Mother of the Bride
Korey has been in my life since I was 5 years old, so she has always been a huge part of my life. She is so supportive - from cheerleading to honors breakfasts to boring choir concerts - she was there. She's also an awesome athlete and motivated in the gym. She is so easy to talk to and can make anyone feel comfortable - she'll be such a fun time at the wedding!
Kimberly Clevenger
Mother of the Groom
Kim is an excellent cook, fashionista, and wine connoisseur. She loves her family and always has a fun new game to try out. Not to mention she's a trivia superstar - check your local bars/restaurants for "the Red Hot Trivia Peppers". Jordan loves his mom's sense of humor - they always know how to make each other laugh.
Mark Clevenger
Father of the Groom
Mark is a wonderful leader and the greatest servant. He will do anything for his kids and those around him - he's always the first to ask "how can I help". He is very laid back and always down to try a new restaurant, activity, or place. He's also fun to play card games with (especially when you get him talking about the Nina, Pinta, and Santa Maria).
Taylor Francis
Junior Bridesmaid
I was an only child until age 10 when my very first sister, Taylor, was born. She's a sophomore in high school now - we haven't gotten to live together much of our lives (college, more college, jobs), but we've always been close. She makes me laugh with her jokes and hype dance moves (watch the dance floor at the wedding). She's also very mature for her age and is an awesome person to have life talks with. I'm so very proud of the wonderful person she has become.
Isabel Francis
Junior Bridesmaid
Isabel is such a fun and thoughtful sister. She's down to play any game and has always been athletic - this 13 year old (teenager!) loves basketball, volleyball, and dance. Isabel is great with little kids, so I'm excited what she ends up doing when she grows up. Fun fact: she used to want to be "a fire truck" when she was older. Not sure how that'll work out but I'll do my best to be supportive. I am so proud to have Isabel as my little sister and as such a helper with the wedding!
Chloe Walczak
Junior Bridesmaid
Chloe is such a sweet little girl! She is my youngest sister (just turned 9 this year) and loves karate, math, basketball, and Jordan. When Jordan & I first started dating, Chloe told me "Sissy, if you don't marry him one day, I will". Now that her dreams are crushed and I'm marrying him, she asked if she could at least wear a suit and stand on his side. Chloe is hilarious, but is also such a loving cuddle bug. She gives great hugs and is so fun to have a sleepover with. Very excited to see what the future holds for this little one.
Colton Walczak
Junior Groomsman
Colton is such a sweet and smart boy. He just turned 10 this year (double digits woot woot) and is Jordan's & my only brother among 5 sisters! He loves building things, Dr. Pimple Popper, and wants to be a dermatologist when he grows up. Colt has always been very artistic - he is great at drawing and creating new things. He's very insightful and has always been one of those kids you can have adult/intelligent conversations with and he understands it all. So very proud of this guy!
Ashley Clevenger
Bridesmaid
When Ashley gets the giggles, she’s so fun to laugh with. She’s very outdoorsy and is always down to go on an adventure - “she’s my little hippie sister” Jordan says. “We used to drive to high school together and she’d always listen to my rap music with me. We’d always be late and I’d blame Ashley and the secretary would let us go in without getting in trouble”. Now she’s in PA school - her patients will be lucky to have her as their healthcare provider!
Amanda Clevenger
Bridesmaid
Mandy is hilarious. Jordan says, “I’d always get in trouble for laughing at Mandy’s jokes when she was being bad. We get along great”. We’re hoping she’ll sing “Tomorrow” by Chris Young for our first dance song because she honestly crushes it (although Jordan still insists he’s the better singer). Mandy is a wonderful kitten mom, has the prettiest teeth, and is currently in her first year of dental hygiene school at IUPUI.
Kassie Moench
Maid of Honor
Kassie can make anyone feel like they're at home. She and I have been friends since 6th grade - we've gone through all the good, bad, exciting, awkward (we had plenty of awkward) and all of life's in between milestones together. She moved to Florida after graduating from Purdue, but our friendship has only grown stronger with the distance. I am so grateful to have this spunky & selfless woman as my longest friend!
Christy Loke
Matron of Honor
Christy just got married on April 11th (yay!) and also had a very small ceremony. We have really bonded over this whole COVID thing changing our wedding plans. We first became great friends at Purdue and actually went to neighboring high schools. Christy is that friend who I can do anything with - from yoga on a Sunday morning to studying in the library for hours on end to a night out in Cancun - we always have a great time.
Mark McDonough
Best Man
“Mark is one of the hardest workers I know. He is an extremely loyal friend and is always willing to help out.” Jordan & Mark went to high school together and were roommates at Purdue. Mark is a great cook, but he would always make this strong French onion soup that lingered forever. He’s currently in residency for dental school and lives in Indy with his wife, Betsy, and their cute pup.
Anna Keller
Bridesmaid
Anna's laugh is contagious. We first met at Purdue because Jordan and Hayden (her husband) are great friends and we've been so close ever since! Anna is that friend who will do anything for or with you, day or night. She and her husband currently live in Indy, but are making an exciting move to Arizona this spring! Anna & I have a million awesome memories together and I am so incredibly lucky to have her in my life.
Emily Hogan
Bridesmaid
Emily has such a kind heart. She and I met through Anna & Hayden and became close right away. She is that friend who I can talk to about anything, but also the one who can crack people up. She looooooves jammie time (pajamas). Emily & her husband Mark live in Indy and bought their own house (woot woot)! Emily is a life long friend and I'm so happy to be close to this funny, cheerful, and kind woman.
Aryelle Murray
Bridesmaid
Aryelle is such a supportive and dedicated friend. We met studying abroad for a semester in Brisbane, Australia - we lived with 12 other people, traveled to beautiful places, survived off PB&J, and convinced countless people we're twins (I'll forever be complimented to be mistaken as Aryelle's sister). Since then, we've both graduated from Purdue, moved to Indy, and conquered PT school. Aryelle came into my life at the perfect time and I am forever grateful for our friendship.
Ally Garrett
Bridesmaid
Ally is such a thoughtful and loyal friend. We met in PT school and really bonded (she & Jordan are also great friends which really means a lot to me). Al can make me laugh until my stomach hurts, and is also there for me through the toughest times. When my gran had a stroke a few months ago, Ally sent me a personalized Indiana shaped necklace with a heart in my hometown (see, so thoughtful). I really admire Ally and am lucky to be so close to this awesome woman.
Hayden Keller
Groomsman
Hayden & Jordan became friends at Purdue and spent a lot of senior year together. He’s a cocktail connoisseur and a really laid back guy - I don’t think we’ve ever seen him angry. Jordan says, “Hayden is always a good time”. (they always end up having cute life talks too which Anna & I love)
Aaron Grisel
Groomsman
Jordan & Aaron met at Purdue and lived together in Indy after graduation. They’re a great time together - you can count on them sharing their sarcastic humor with each other. Jordan says, “Aaron is a man who likes to repeat his jokes. He has a small chest but a big heart”.
Aaron Gegg
Groomsman
Aaron & Jordan went to high school, Purdue, and PT school together. They’ve always been workout buddies and really push each other to be better - in they gym and in the classroom. Jordan says, “Aaron gives good advice and is a really honest guy”. He’s is also pretty funny & will hit ya with the one liners!
Nick Thompson
Groomsman
“Nick has been in my life forever - we went to elementary school together all the way through high school. We have a cute little picture together where my two front teeth are missing and he has big glasses”. Now Nick and his wife, McCaela, are expecting a baby of their own!
Alex Walter
Groomsman
Jordan & Alex went to high school together and were roommates during their time at Purdue. Alex was actually Jordan's roommate when we met - he made me feel welcome from the very beginning. Jordan says, "Alex is a funny guy - he comes up with jokes that others repeat to get a laugh".
Mark Hogan
Groomsman
Mark makes the best pumpkin muffins. He's a fellow Boilermaker along with his wife, Emily - we all met through Anna & Hayden and have been close ever since. Mark is always down for a good time and loves to open his home to others and make them feel welcome.