Kaitlin & Matthew
Wedding Party
Brianne Valdez
Matron of Honor
What do I even write about my big sister? Brianne is my best friend and has always been. I look up to her (well actually down to her because she is so little) as an example of how to be the best sister, wife, mother, and daughter. I love that we can share new devotionals with each other or different ways of how to journal. She is a kind and giving woman of God and I could not ask for a better sister and matron of honor to stand next to me on this very important day.
Kurt Lawton
Best Man
Kurt is one of my best friends and is the closest thing to a brother I have known. We've roomed together in college, shot countless rounds of ammunition together, and been there for support during concussions and ER visits brought about by a wakeboarding or snowboarding mishap. Kurt has been a rock in my walk with the Lord and has always been there to challenge me and keep me accountable in my faith. Thanks for being a part of the best day of my life my man, it means the world!
Elicia Boutelle
Bridesmaid
Let's just start out saying that Elicia was not too fond of me when we first met in middle school... But as time passed she warmed up to me in middle school and we became best friends. Elicia has been there for me through some very tough times and I know that no matter how much time passes with our busy lives I can still call on her for anything and everything. It means the world to me that she is standing up in my wedding and was so honored to stand up with her on her special day a few years ago!
David Habel
Groomsman
David is another one of my best friends. We have spent a lot of time in the mountains together, and even more time just kicking back and chatting about life over a few brews. David is probably the best listener I know, and is always willing to lend an ear when life's difficult times need some processing. Never short on style, you can either find David at the gym or donning a spotless pair of sneakers while seeking out Denver's finest tap rooms and ice cream parlors. Thanks for being part of our day man, I appreciate you more than you know!
Monica Bernhagen
Bridesmaid
Monica and I have been friends since our high school days and were roomies at UWGB. You could say that Monica is the reason that Matt and I are together. I showed her his profile on Hinge and said we had chatted for a bit but he lives in Wausau so we gave up on it. She insisted that I message him back because he seems like the "perfect guy for me." I took her advice and messaged him back; look where we are now! I am so thankful for her friendship and that we are able to talk about our faith so openly. Monica is one of my best friends and I am honored that she wants to stand up with me on this very important day in my life.
Nathan Witte
Groomsman
What can I say about Nathan Witte? Aside from being one of my best friends, he is probably the funniest guy I know. Never short on optimism or a good dad joke, Witte is exactly the kind of guy anyone would want in his corner. I have no doubt in my mind that he would drop everything and fly to the other side of the planet if I needed his help. When not holding the room with. a recent pun he just made up, you can find Witte in some remote part of the United States riding a Polaris through a desert or forest. Thanks for being a part of our day buddy!
Jonathan Valdez
Usher
Jon is my brother-in-law and we have known each other since middle school! He is an avid fisherman and hunter which gives him and Matthew PLENTY to talk about when at family functions. It made me really happy to see them exchange phone numbers at our first family gathering together. I couldn't leave Jon out of our big day when his beautiful wife is standing up next to me and his handsome son is bringing up the rings! Thank you Jon for being a part of our day <3
Nathan Hettinga
Usher
Nate is my brother-in-law and the newest member of our family (soon to be second newest). A dedicated fisherman and fantastic husband to my sister Bethany, I wouldn't want anyone else to be ushering in my wedding. Thanks for being part of our day brother!