Wedding Party
Shanaya Couchman
Matron of Honor
“I’m the bride’s little sister, Shanaya. I’ve had the privilege of knowing her my whole life. She’s always been my role model, my partner in crime, and my best friend.”
Zach “Goober” Meyer
Best Man
Zach met Michael when he moved to Norton in high school and they’ve been friends ever since.
Rebecca Duncan
Bridesmaid
“I met Karissa freshman year at Kansas State at Pi Beta Phi sorority. Our friendship really took off while planning a spring break ski trip—back when I still couldn’t quite pronounce Karissa’s last name (don’t worry, I eventually figured it out). Since then, we’ve shared countless adventures together—from trips to Mexico and Napa, to cheering at K-State games, and even skydiving together when we turned 25. From college days to building our lives in Colorado, we’ve been side by side through every chapter—full of laughter, a little debauchery, big milestones, and the kind of moments that turn a college friendship into a lifelong one.”
Eric Johnson
Groomsman
Eric and Michael have been friends since they were 5 years old.
Ashley “Boomer” Bergman
Bridesmaid
“Karissa and I met through mutual friends (thank you, Becky Duncan!), and we clicked right away. What started with Sunday brunches quickly turned into a friendship full of late-night talks, endless laughs, and so many memories. Karissa is the kind of friend who is always there when you need her and who somehow turns every girls’ night into the perfect mix of fun and therapy. She’s my favorite person to share queso and margaritas with, the most devoted dog mom, and someone who always makes whatever we’re doing more fun. I’m so grateful for our friendship and so excited to celebrate her.”
Blair Harris
Groomsman
Blair and Michael met at work. They use to design and build houses together.
Courtney Musser
Bridesmaid
“Karissa and I met in Physician Assistant school at Wichita State in the summer of 2011, and we were friends almost instantly. She never missed a show to watch me sing in my band, and I never missed an opportunity to be her wing girl! We’ve lived so many lives since PA school, but one thing that has never changed is our friendship. (And that I’m still the best wing girl, because I was there the night Karissa and Mike reconnected in Denver.) She has been by my side through the biggest moments, many trips between Denver and SoCal, and more than a few cocktails along the way. I’m so excited to stand by her side as she begins this next chapter with Mike.”
Tim Beegle
Groomsman
Michael met Tim through Kim, an old roommate. Thanks to Kim they’ve been friends ever since.