Jordan & Sophia
Wedding Party
Ali Lueders
Matron of Honor
Ali and Sophia met through church youth group and went through all those awkward tween years together. They bonded over Gilmore Girls, musicals, Sing Star, Christmas photoshoots, and a love for puffy paint t-shirts. Ali is a Physician Assistant, burn expert, dog mom to Ziggy and Zephyr, karaoke star, and exploding kittens queen! ... and all is well. 🍎🌳
Matt Gilbert
Best Man
Matt and Jordan met in high school through their church's youth group. There were many late-night tennis matches, Dairy Queen runs, and FIFA matches to help form the relationship they have today. He is a marketing analyst with JP Morgan, a fantasy football guru, and guitar enthusiast.
Katie Brumit
Matron of Honor
Katie and Sophia met at NAU. They were neighbors in the dorms and soon learned they had over half of their classes together! Katie and Sophia bonded over a love of country music, all things Christmas, and Oreos with peanut butter! Katie is a Lead Talent Recruiter, dog mom to Goose and Duck, Jungle Cruise Captain, and Margarita aficionado!
Nick Baylock
Honorary Best Man
Nick and Jordan met on their first day of college at the University of San Diego. They were next-door neighbors freshman year and roommates the final three years of college. He was the biggest fan of anything and everything to do with the Bay Area, where he grew up. Giants, Warriors, 49ers, you name the sports team, and he was a fan! He was a man filled with life and love. In his words, he "enjoyed every minute of life." Nick passed away from cancer on March 28, 2017. RIP Nick
Emily Horn
Bridesmaid
Emily is Sophia’s sister. Emily and Sophia love to watch movies, play board games, and eat sweet treats. Emily is a fantastic dog auntie to Gilmore and Moose, Starbucks Barista extraordinaire, pizza expert, trivia genius, an amazing baker, and has the biggest heart!
Thomas Bestul
Groomsman
Thomas and Jordan met in Arizona after Thomas moved from the great state of Georgia (Go Bulldogs). He works in the insurance business, but that's about the only boring thing about Thomas. He is an avid whale expert (check him out at #WhaleTalkWedneaday) and a volunteer with Camp Kesem. Please feel free to find him at the wedding for a long, well thought out list of discussion topics and hot takes on current events of the world.
Alyssa Pfeiffer
Bridesmaid
Alyssa and Sophia met at NAU and were Sorority Sisters and suitemates. They bonded over afternoon dance parties, soccer, flagstaff drives, and country music. Alyssa is a Business Intelligence and Data Analytics Developer at General Motors, dog mom to Oakley, amazing dog auntie, pool party queen, and ax swinging champion!
Dan Santschi
Groomsman
Jordan and Dan met via a mutual friend, and the bromance began instantly. Since then, they have explored different areas of the Phoenix and Arizona wilderness. He and his wife are expecting their first baby boy. He takes the grooming of his facial hair very seriously. Please see Dan at the wedding for any and all beard grooming tips and tricks.
Jessie Swygert
Bridesmaid
Jessie and Sophia met at NAU and were Sorority Sisters. Jessie introduced Jordan and Sophia. Sophia and Jessie share a love of paddleboarding, country music, and the outdoors. Jessie is a Director of Operations for Amanda Hope Rainbow Angles, a ladder ball champion, dog mom to Remington, and matchmaker extraordinaire!
Chris Casey
Groomsman
Chris is Jordan's brother-in-law. He is one of the best #girldads out there to Persephone (our adorable flower girl). Chris loves to amp up the adrenaline in life by dirt biking out in the Arizona desert and is a very talented carpenter.
Chelsea St. Clair
Bridesmaid
Chelsea and Sophia met on the playground of Greenfield Elementary. What started as a friendship turned into family. Chelsea and Sophia share a love of their pups, Friday night happy hours, and games. Chelsea is a Claims Operations Manager, momma to baby boy, dog mom to Skye, and Left Right Center Strategist!
Ryan Cox
Groomsman
Ryan is Jordan's brother. From sharing a room, being on the same baseball team (twice!) to playing high school soccer together, they were together a lot growing up. Now he lives in the Seattle area and is a project engineer working on various construction sites throughout the area.
Catherine Beck
Bridesmaid
Catherine and Sophia met in law school and were roommates all three years. Catherine was one of the main reasons Sophia survived law school. They share a love of trash tv, free food, and heads up! Catherine is an attorney, dog mom to Ava and Oliver, fast-food aficionado, and reality tv psychic!
Sean Dennelly
Groomsman
Sean and Jordan met freshman year at the University of San Diego. He is a software engineer at Fidelity, so this bridal party pretty much has all the major financial companies covered. Sean is an avid Catan player... you better believe he is gonna have all the wheat. 🌾
Erika Peters
Bridesmaid
Erika and Sophia met at NAU and were Sorority Sisters. Erika and Sophia also spent a summer in Costa Rica volunteering with sea turtles, fighting off snakes, tarantulas, and collapsing bunk beds while surviving on boiled hotdogs. Erika and Sophia share a love of sloths, sea turtles, smoothies, Christmas, A Christmas Prince, and adventures. Erika is a Clinical Research Coordinator, dog mom to Dierks and Smokey, Dog Treat Baking Champion, and Sloth expert.
Austin Brown
Groomsman
Austin and Sophia met at NAU. Shortly after Jordan and Sophia started dating, Jordan and Austin met and immediately bonded over their mutual love for baseball. He brings energy and passion to whatever he does, from carving pumpkins to jumping out of planes. Look for him on the dance floor. He'll be sure to be busting a move or two!
Hannah Riegler
Bridesmaid
Hannah and Sophia met at NAU were in the same sorority and roommates. Hannah is Sophia's Little Sister. Hannah and Sophia share a love of Bananagrams, taco bell, wine, soccer, and Hannah Montana. Hannah is a Flight Attendant, amazing auntie, professional eater, and melted crayon artist.
Kevin Valenzuela
Groomsman
Kevin and Jordan met the same day/night as Sophia and Jordan. They share a love for the outdoors, whether that be fishing, hiking, or spending time out on the water on kayaks. Game nights are a regular occurrence. Don't you dare try and cross Kevin in Liar's Dice, he is on to your bluff!
Shayna Stuart
Bridesmaid
Shayna and Sophia met at Baskin Richards and were instant friends. They share a love of hiking, Disney, reality tv, and Game Nights. Shayna is an Attorney, dog mom to Nani, fitness queen, motivational guru, and budding photographer.
Joe Monahan
Groomsman
Jordan and Joe met through their church young adult group. The first conversation they had together was about a book they had both read. (Who knew either of us read books!?) He is a project engineer that essentially builds the airports we all fly in by day and a diehard Pittsburgh sports fan by night!
Lucas Ramirez
Junior Groomsman
Lucas is Jordan's first nephew. Lucas is a Fortnight expert, Harry Potter enthusiast, and hiking master. Lucas lives in Washington with his brothers and mom and dad.
Henry Ramirez
Ring Bearer
Henry is Jordan's nephew. Henry is a great dancer, loves star wars and baby Yoda, and if he could be a superhero, he would be the hulk. He lives in Washington with his brother and mom and dad.
Joel Ramirez
Ring Bearer
Joel is Jordan's nephew. Joel can do one-handed push-ups, loves super-heroes, and is a Sounders Fan like his Mimi. Joel lives in Washington with his brothers and mom and dad.
Moose
Ring Bearer
Moose is part Golden-doodle part monster. Moose is a counter-surfing prodigy, loves playing ball and wrestling with his sister Gilmore. He will high five and roll over for treats.
Gilmore Karen aka Gilly
Flower Girl
Gilly is part Labradoodle part T-Rex. Gilly is a life coach, loves watching TV, especially any show with horses or dogs. She loves ball and playing with her little brother Moose (even though he is annoying).
Persephone Casey
Flower Girl
Persephone is Jordan's niece. Persephone loves dancing, playing outside, and puppies, especially her puppy Sage. Persephone lives in Sun City West, Arizona, with her mom, dad, and future sibling.