Wedding Party
Alegra Kastens
Maid of Honor
Brittany and Alegra were extremely close growing up and often referred to themselves as "twins." They both played soccer, and Brittany taught Alegra how to drive! Alegra loves asking Brittany for vet advice about Coco and Ruby, and they still remain close despite Alegra now living in NY.
Sarah Axelsson
Best Woman
Mark and Sarah met while Mark was working at Hollywood Video (RIP to video stores). Mark became very close with Sarah and her family, and they hungout almost every day. Mark can't think of a better person to be his "best man" on his wedding day other than his best friend!
Ryan Padgett
Bridesman
Brittany and Ryan met on Twitter in 2011. They hit it off instantly and have been texting every day since. Ryan first visited Brittany in Southern California when Mark and Brittany were just talking (not even official yet!). Brittany considers Ryan and his family her Virginia Family, and is so excited to have her best friend by her side on this special day.
Kristofer Axelsson
Groomsman
Better known as "Snoffi," he and Sarah are married which is how Mark and Brittany met Snoffi. Mark and Snoffi share a love for World of Warcraft which is how they usually keep in touch.
Michelle Revalee
Bridesmaid
Michelle is Mark's twin sister, and Brittany finally got to meet her when they went to Texas for Christmas a few years ago. Michelle and Mark were very close growing up, and still remain close even though Michelle now lives in Texas.
Jim Codrey
Groomsman
Jim is Mark's older half-brother. Mark grew up with him, and they lived together until Mark moved out. Mark and Jim still text every day even though Jim now lives in Texas.
Stephanie Burr
Bridesmaid
Stephanie and Brittany met during their 1st year of vet school at UC Davis. They were in an assigned "small group" together and quickly bonded over their love of Vanderpump Rules, Taco Bell, true crime and wine. Brittany, Stephanie and Mark jokingly call themselves a "throuple" because of how close they are.
Trey Kastens
Groomsman
Brittany and Trey were very close growing up, and both played soccer. Trey and Mark share a love for TV and movies. Trey has always been welcoming to Mark and treats him like family.
Peyton Aaronson
Bridesmaid
Peyton and Brittany met during their 1st year of vet school at UC Davis. They were in the same anatomy group and quickly bonded over their love for Vanderpump Rules, true crime, and wine. Peyton moved into the apartment next door where they were neighbors during their last 3 years of vet school!
Chris Martin
Groomsman
Chris is Sarah's cousin which is how Mark and him first met. Mark and Chris quickly bonded over their awesome hair color and senses of humor.
Jennifer Clift
Bridesmaid
Jenn and Brittany went to vet school at UC Davis together, but met second year through some mutual friends (thanks Peyton!). They quickly bonded over their love of Halloween, wine, true crime and both being Pisces!
Andrew Wagner
Groomsman
Andrew is Brittany's cousin, and he and Mark finally got to meet a few years ago. Of course they bonded over their fiery hair color! Andrew and his mom (aunt Julie) have always treated Mark like family, and Mark can't wait to have Andrew by his side on this big day.
Cindy Barajas
Bridesmaid
Cindy and Brittany met 1st year of vet school at UC Davis and both sat in the back row. They bonded over their love of reality TV and good food, and sat in the back row together all of 1st-3rd year! Cindy and her boyfriend Alex moved next door, so they were neighbors during their 4th year of vet school.
Eric Peterson
Groomsman
Eric is Sarah's father, and Mark has remained very close with him and his family. Eric has always been there for Mark and has taught him a lot in life. Mark will always be appreciative of how Eric has accepted him as family.