Wedding Party
Tina Countryman
Bridesmaid
Tina is married to Jonathan's brother Josh. Tina and Kate met for the first time in 2017 when Kate and Jonathan just started dating. Tina is going to be an amazing sister-in-law. She's already been there for Kate (and Jonathan) in so many ways. Tina has a heart of gold, and she always makes time for family. Kate feels really lucky to have Tina as her future SIL and bridesmaid! Tina will make sure everyone knows the schedule and sticks to it! Kate and Jonathan are excited to visit Tina, Josh, and their son Rogan in Florida this fall and show them the wedding venue!
Josh Countryman
Best Man
Josh in Jonathan's older brother. He's been an important person in Jonathan's life and an amazing brother. Josh is planning Jonathan's bachelor party trip to Vegas, which is sure to be one for the record books. Jonathan looks forward to having Josh stand by his side at his wedding.
Kristin Gill
Matron of Honor
Kristin and Kate met in 4th Grade at East Lake Elementary School in Massapequa Park, NY. From soccer to Trebel Singers to landing their dream jobs -- Kristin and Kate have always been each other's biggest cheerleaders. Kristin will make sure everyone has fun on the dance floor. She's also the welcome party and bachelorette party planner extraordinaire.
Zack Countryman
Groomsman
Zack is one (of many) of Jonathan's nephews. Zack is Josh's son -- he and Jonathan love to play video games together. Zack came down to visit Jonathan and Kate in Indianapolis all of the time. One time when he came down to Indy, Zack gave Griffin a deer antler (Zack loves to hunt!). That antler became Griffin's favorite chew toy for about 6 months.
Kellyn Wigand
Maid of Honor
Kellyn and Kate can most often be found somewhere cracking each other up. They also met in 4th Grade at East Lake Elementary School (It was a big year for Kate, who made a couple of her best friends for life!). Kellyn and Kate grew up a few blocks from each other in Massapequa Park. They went to elementary school, middle school, high school, and college together! And now they both live in their dream destinations -- Kellyn lives in San Diego and Kate lives in Denver. Kellyn is always in control of the tunes because she knows what the people need. She'll keep you laughing and smiling with her amazing sense of humor and warm and welcoming personality. Kellyn is also the bachelorette party planning extraordinaire.
Josh Childress
Groomsman
Josh was Jonathan's Chief in the Navy. Jonathan continued to call Josh "Chief" when Josh retired from the Navy and moved back to Indiana until Josh finally told him, "Hey man, you can just call me Josh." Josh is someone that Jonathan looks up to and loves like a brother. Josh will make sure everyone has a good ole time at the wedding.
Caroline Pherson
Matron of Honor
Caroline and Kate met in elementary school while playing CYO basketball at St. Rose of Lima in Massapequa (Quick, set up the Duke with a variation!). Since then, Caroline and Kate have become best friends who loved going to the beach together during the summer in high school. Caroline is an amazing person that Kate looks up to a lot and often seeks advice from. Caroline is the wedding and bridal shower planning extraordinaire. She is quite the fashionista and has amazing style. She is our sweet Caroline who always knows how to make people feel special and welcome. She had the biggest heart and smile out of the Core Four: Kate, Kristin, Kellyn, and Caroline. She's a keeper!
Mason Alvarado
Groomsman
Mason and Jonathan served together in the Navy. Both of these Indiana boys hit it off right away and continue to remain close after the Navy. Mason is a ball of energy. If you love to fish and Notre Dame football, he's your guy!
Jessica Raad
Bridesmaid
Jessica Raad is everyone's favorite Oehl cousin and human being! Jessica has been the big sister that Kate always wanted. She's an absolute riot and makes everything the absolute best experience and memory. Jess is the organizer of all things and has been the biggest help planning Kate's bridal shower, and will be with Kate when she shops for her wedding dress in Denver and New York City! You cannot NOT have a good time when Jessica Raad is around. She is a magnetic beautiful social butterfly -- to know her is to love her!
Amos Albright
Groomsman
Amos and Jonathan served together in the Navy. Amos and Jonathan remained close after the Navy. In fact, right after Amos got out of the Navy, he came to Indianapolis with Mason to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Jonathan, Mason, and Amos had a blast that weekend. And the three of them and their significant others continued to plan weekend trips before Jonathan and Kate moved to Colorado. Amos will most definitely be found tearing up the dance floor during the wedding.
Emily Anstaett
Bridesmaid
Emily and Kate met during their first job in Washington, D.C., when they were in their early 20's. Emily is someone who Kate can always count on for a heart-to-heart, a visit, a hug, a pep talk, and a fun time! Emily lights up any room she is in with her quick wit and midwestern charm. Em will tear up the dance floor, and bring different groups of people at the wedding together to get to know each other and create amazing memories. She is sunshine in a bottle!
Seth Wootherspoon
Groomsman
Seth and Jonathan go way back to their early 20's. Seth recently moved to Denver from Lafayette, Indiana. Jonathan has enjoyed spending time with Seth and trash-talking IU vs. Purdue. Seth is like a brother to Jonathan. Jonathan and Seth are both cat dads -- Seth is a proud cat dad to Sparti and Athena.
Amanda Derr
Bridesmaid
Amanda is Jonathan's best friend from growing up in Rensselaer, Indiana. Amanda and Kate met when Kate and Jonathan first started dating in 2017. Amanda and her fiance Willie are the best hosts! They throw amazing BBQs and parties -- a lot of hilarious and amazing memories were made at those parties. From day one, Amanda always made Kate feel included in the friend group in Indianapolis. Over the years, Amanda has become an incredible friend to Kate -- she is genuine and thoughtful. Amanda will turn up and most definitely be down to continue the party after the reception ends.
Willie Brooks
Groomsman
Willie is Amanda's fiance and soon-to-be-husband! Their wedding is in September 2021. Willie and Jonathan have become close over the years. Jonathan is happy that Willie is in Amanda's life and looks forward to celebrating with him this year into next year. There is no doubt that Willie will turn up at the wedding!