Katie & Danny
Wedding Party
Katie Wallis
Matron of Honor
Katie is Katie's oldest friend. We grew up in Gahanna one door down from each other. From the time we were 3 we were known as "the Katie's". At every stage in my life, Katie "Marie" has been there and so it was a no brainer she'd be standing next to me on the biggest day yet!!
Kelly Maxey
Bridesmaid
Kelly and I became instant friends on the first day of 7th grade in Ms. Meckley's class when Kelly waved across the room to me. The rest is history with memories spanning high school basketball practices, sleepovers, multiple vacations, and even living in Chicago at the same time for 7 years!!
Jessica Milburn
Bridesmaid
Jessica was a welcome surprise in Katie's life....she was the coworker, turned work wife, turned best friend! Jessica and Katie have co-taught together for the last 4 years. We spend about 8 hours a day together and countless additional hours texting and chatting outside of school. Our bond was almost immediate and it's been the greatest gift to work with my best friend every day!
Jenni Etheridge
Bridesmaid
Jenni is the older sister Katie never wanted!! It was actually Wendy, Katie's mom, who introduced Katie and Jenni after Katie graduated University of Kentucky and moved back to Columbus. Katie and Jenni have traveled all over Europe together including Greece, Spain, and Italy. Jenni is the most loyal friend a girl could ask for and is a true sister to look up to!!
Jacob Gaddie
Bridesman
Jacob and Katie met while training for the 2015 Chicago Marathon. Jacob was the first friend Katie made entirely on her own when she moved to Chicago. We quickly bonded during our long training runs when Jacob became Katie's running mentor and eventual life long best friend.
Kelly Turner
Bridesmaid
Katie tried very hard not to like Kelly, but with Kelly's signature giggle, kind heart, and always up for a fun time attitude she won Katie over. Kelly and Katie quickly bonded over our love of Hamilton, arts and crafts, and adventure. One of the bright spots in the last year was quarantining with Kelly when she came back to Chicago for weeks on end....roommates!
Katie Fox
Bridesmaid
Katie is Katie's sister in law, she's married to Katie's brother Jon. She is Katie Fox, the bonus! Katie has been apart of the Fox/Weiler/Dwyer family for over 15 years, so it's hard to imagine a time when she wasn't around! From family trips, to visits to Chicago, to always making time when Katie is in Columbus, Katie is always so generous with her time and up for sisterly bonding! She's the older and wiser sister Katie never had!
Rachel Kost
Bridesmaid
Rachel is Katie's soon-to-be sister in law, as Rachel is engaged to Andrew (Katie's brother)! Rachel is the go with the flow, knows all the best foodie places girl. She has this ability to make you feel happier when she's around! I am so excited to be gaining another sister in law soon but let's be honest, she's already a part of the family after dating Andrew for 6 YEARS!
Mike Tully
Best Man
Mike and Danny have been friends since Freshman year of college. Suffering through football camp made it bearable with Mike's constant humor and ability to lighten the mood. Their love/hate relationship with the White Sox has been a staple in their friendship to this day. From spending weekends in Elmhurst or Chicago, Danny can always count on Mike to have a great time. He always provides a level-headed perspective on any situation, which is a trait Danny greatly admires.
Jim Marek
Groomsman
Although Jim and Danny are cousins, Jim is like more like a brother to Danny. Since moving back to Chicago, they have spent a lot of time having fun. Whether it's playing yard games, cards, or getting Danny "hooked" on fishing - they can always rely on each other to find an activity and make it fun. Jim has been a reliable friend and always willing to share advice if asked.
Steve Belknap
Groomsman
Steve and Danny are also friends from College and former roommates/teammates. You can always rely on Steve to come up with ideas on getting the group together - even if it never happens! However, he is very open to meeting up with a moments notice. Steve has a sense of humor that can turn a situation into a story. Pair that with his quick wit, there is never a dull moment.
Ryne Plager
Groomsman
Ryne and Danny met in college and had a short stint as roommates (a common theme so far). Ryne is one of the most genuine and laid back individuals Danny's ever met, which makes it easy being friends with him - despite the distance. Every year they get to enjoy catching up at a golf outing Ryne hosts. Even though Ryne is a cubs fan, we can at least share in the misery of the Bears.
Brian Marek
Groomsman
Brian and Danny are cousins - but were raised more like brothers. When Brian moved to the city and became roommates with Jim, the gang was back together again! Brian has this ability to always make you laugh when hanging out with him. Whether its enjoying the cold weather on a fishing trip or losing money at cards, Brian makes any situation fun. After all he is the funniest Marek!
David Ladd
Groomsman
Dave and Danny also met in College and are former roommates/teammates. Specifically, they met in the lunch line during football camp and the rest is history. Dave has this ability to share knowledge without making you feel dumb, no matter the conversation topic. If Danny ever start a professional trivia team, Dave would be the #1 draft pick.
Jon Fox
Groomsman
Jon is Katie's older brother. With less than 2.5 years between us, I was the annoying little sister that constantly teased her older much cooler brother, which caused many fights including one broken arm due to sliding into base safety in our upstairs As we got older, and me hopefully slightly less annoying, we grew even closer and dare I say grew to like each other– Jon is always there for me and the most loyal brother a girl could ask for!
Andrew Fox
Groomsman
Andrew is Katie's baby brother, even though he's the tallest! "Drew" was the baby of the family that got carted around picking up "the kids" with our mom. He is the typical “shirt off his back” guy. It doesn’t matter the situation, location, or time, if I ever need anything I know Andrew would be there in a heartbeat, just make sure it isn't during a Phish show.