Karlie & Benjamin
Wedding Party
Billy Dorsch
Best Man
Billy has been like a brother to me over the years. In fact, he is! From having my first beer with him many moons ago (actually, it was a Smirnoff Ice) to moving across the country and living with him, we've been through it all together and he's always had my back. He has helped shape me into the man I am today and am forever grateful. Billy is the kind of guy who would give you the shirt off of his back with a smile and expect nothing in return which is a hard trait to find these days. I'm proud to call him my best man.
Stephanie "Sam" McCombs
Maid of Honor
Everyone calls her Sam. I thought that was her name when I first met her. In front of her I said, "I never liked any girl named Stephanie" and later found out that's her real name. We became best friends that year. She's my go-to pal, shopping buddy, foodie. Always someone I could count on and one of the best friends I've ever had. I'm not exaggerating when I say that she's driven hundreds of miles just to hangout with me for a few hours or that half the purses I own are ones that she bought for me. Even though we only started our journey in college, it seems like we have been friends for so much longer.
Michael Dorsch
Groomsman
My oldest brother (yes, same parents) and role model. Mikey has always been the strong yet quiet one in the family which was helpful when there were 6 of us kids running around all the time. He's the one who introduced me to reggae (obviously) and gemology and many other things that still interest me today. He has the heart of a saint and the patience of one too and couldn't be happier that he's coming 3,000 miles with his wife Amy and my niece Charlie to be my groomsman.
Regi Dorsch
Bridesmaid
Regi is my soon-to-be sister-in-law as the wife of Billy Dorsch. She has the sweetest bohemian style & spirit. She has an unquenchable love for nature and animals which radiates out of her. You'll immediately notice her fun, bubbly personality and when you get to know her more, you'll find she has one of the most tender, loving souls which extends to everyone around her. She's also got a niche for art, crafts, hair & makeup, home brewed kombucha, and so much more. So lucky to call her family.
Johnny Baulick
Groomsman
Johnny's the free spirit of the group. We go back almost 15 years, we met in high school and share many of the same interests like cars, motorcycles, vintage and modern audio gear, obscure music and the list goes on. About 8 years ago when I first moved to Oregon, Johnny came to visit me by way of hitchhiking across the country from New York. After visiting, he fell in love with Oregon and decided to move out here for good. We lived together for a while and we've been on many adventures together from volunteering at a Rally America off-road race to riding motorcycles down the majority of the Oregon coast just to have a slice of pizza.
Corinne Maas
Bridesmaid
The first roommate I ever had. When we first met, it was an instant connection - like we'd known each other for years. We shared many long, arduous study nights together and maybe even more nights of procrastination, exploring the city of Eugene. Going through the most formative years of adulthood, you need a friend who is patient when you're annoying, forgiving when you break her things, makes you laugh until you cry, and pushes you to go to class. She was all that and more for me. Those traits have carried her into a career teaching a classroom full of teeny kids how to say the alphabet and learn their manners.
Ted Welker
Groomsman
Buddy Ted and I met in a Carl's Jr. parking lot 5 years ago when he approached me because I was riding a similar bike as his that he just purchased. That was the beginning of a friendship that has grown to brotherhood in short order. He is a great friend who is entertaining as much as he is generous and thoughtful. Ted is the Swiss Army knife of the gang, he works full time for a local brewery in Eugene, part time as a DJ at KRVM and he's also the golden voice announcer of the Eugene Emeralds baseball team as well as the Oregon Ducks baseball team.
Fei Welker
Bridesmaid
Where to even being with Fei. She's one of those all-around good people who has the most contagiously bright spirits. She lights up the room with her wonderful personality and has the unique ability to make people see the simple but good things in life. She has a heart for adventure - you name any place in Eugene and the surrounding area and it is very likely she's been there and done that. Beyond all her great qualities, she's also opened up her home to us on multiple occasions which speaks volumes to the generous life she leads. We are both so grateful to call her a friend.
Mickey York
Groomsman
Mickey and I have worked together for almost 5 years now. Spending 8 hours a day with someone for years lets you see their true colors and through the years he has proven to be one of the most generous and gracious people I've ever met. An accomplished woodworker, he has an unparalleled patience and we've worked on many projects together. He's always the life of the party and has the ability to change your mood if your having a bad day in a matter of seconds. We've grown very close together over the years and it's nice to know that he has my back both at work and outside of work.
Jessica Jeffreys
Bridesmaid
We started out as coworkers in college and evolved into lifelong friends. Jessica's witty and sarcastic sense humor is unmatched by anyone and her tenacity has led her to PA school. As hard of a worker as she is, she's an equally dedicated friend and will come to the rescue at the drop of a hat. She is truly inspiration and I'm so grateful our paths crossed when they did.
Jeremy Zerby
Groomsman
Jeremy was a coworker of mine for a couple of years in the same department and I thoroughly miss those days. We made a hell of a team and I learned a ton from him. I think the reason we get along so well is because we were both born on the same day AND same year. Jeremy is a quiet one who is sharp as a whip and is currently attending Oregon State University for engineering. Although, if you get a beer or two in him and you better clear the dance floor because that man can flip the switch from introvert to extrovert as soon as you can say PBR.
Melanie Towne
Bridesmaid
Our friendship started in the conference room of the Student Life Office. I soon discovered Melanie as the one who is always down for a good time, from camping with hillbillies at country music festivals to day-drinking on porches to floating the river. She continuously reminds me how important it is to laugh and have fun. She's humbly one of the most successful women in her male-dominated field and more importantly, one of the best mom's I know to her son, Harlan. It's kind of a wonder how I got so lucky to have such a good friend.