Katie & Nathan
Wedding Party!
Brenda Dutton
Matron of Honor
I grew up with two brothers, so needless to say I was so excited when Reed married Brenda. I now have the best sister I could have ever asked for. If you know Brenda, you know she is the most down to earth, caring and loyal person. Brenda loves Reed and their two fur babies River and Myrtle so big. I am so honored to have Brenda stand by me as my Matron of Honor.
Austin Breed
Best Man
Nate met Austin Sophomore Year in College in Geography class. Since both were Chemical Engineers, they spent many long nights either banging their heads against ChemCad or at the Firstie. Once they graduated from college, Austin and Nate were stationed together at flight school where they hung out daily. Austin and Nate's Army careers followed closely to each other where they were stationed in South Korea and Tennessee together. From wandering the streets of Itaewon/Phuket to the being roommates, they have been best friends since the beginning. If you need something planned right, Austin will already have a excel sheet ready to go. Some good ice breakers for Austin is his Labradoodle named Toby, beer brewing, and being a part-time pastor.
Regan Long
Maid of Honor
I met Regan my sophomore year of college at Kennesaw State University. We had a lion pal date at The Commons, which led me to making the best decision of taking her as my little sister in our sorority, Phi Mu. Regan and I conquered college together and then decided to tackle adult life as roommates. We loved being roommates so much the first time, we decided to live together again this past year. Regan is a labor and delivery nurse, so see her for any baby needs! I could not do life without her and am so thankful she is standing by my side as my Maid of Honor.
Alejandro Alderete
Groomsman
Alejandro and Nate became close friends when they were roommates at Fort Rucker, Alabama (Mother Rucker) during Flight School. While living together, they braved the terrors of 2 tornadoes almost hitting their house, and Hurricane Irma hitting Fort Rucker. Hondo and Nate were both stationed in South Korea following flight school where they lived 5 minute walking distance, and hung out every weekend. With the South Korea LT Mafia, we traveled South East Asia together from the beaches of Phuket to the streets of Osaka. Some good ice breakers for Alejandro is his wife Naomi, Poker, Whiskey, Guns, and Cooking.
Brooke Bevis
Bridesmaid
I met Brooke my freshman year of college at Kennesaw State University. I texted her asking what to wear to a sorority event. Little did I know that text message would lead me to one of the most special friendships. Brooke became my big sister in our sorority, Phi Mu. We lived together in college and made so many memories together. Brooke has been there for all the moments, big and small. If you know Brooke, you know she is your biggest cheerleader. Brooke is married to Jack, who we met in college as well. I was lucky enough to stand by her side in her and Jack's wedding and now I am lucky enough to have Brooke stand beside me as one of my bridesmaids!
Hunter Rhoades
Groomsman
Hunter and Nate met Freshmen year in college. Since freshmen worked together constantly to collect upperclassmen's trash and clean the hallways, this team building made Hunter and Nate close friends. Hunter took it upon himself to nicely teach Nate how to correctly write essays, and how to do basic math. From braving the streets after UConn Football Weekend to 500th/100th Night houses, the stories between these two are endless. A few years after graduating college, Nate and Hunter were both stationed at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Some good Ice breakers for Hunter are his Fiancé Rachel, D1 Duck Intramural Sports, cooking, and astrophysics.
Wren Baxley
Bridesmaid
I met Wren in first grade! We would play a game together every day at recess. Our friendship continued to grow over the years. We conquered elementary, middle, and high school together. Even though we didn't go to the same college, we still made our friendship a priority. After college, Wren moved to Arizona and is thriving out there! We send long audio messages to each other and talk on the phone often to catch up on life. Wren has always been by my side through thick and thin. She even flew in from Arizona to surprise me at Nate and I's engagement party. Now I am so excited to have her stand beside me as one of my bridesmaids!
Kelsey Wohleben
Groomsman
Kelsey and Nate met during Flight School, and became close while stationed in South Korea. In South Korea (Best Korea), they both belonged to the 3-2 LT mafia where they quickly became close friends. They traveled all over Southeast Asia together, from swimming with whale sharks to starting a pool party in the Philippines. If you need someone to disappear to find food and then reappear with 50 dumplings, Kelsey is your guy. Even though Kelsey and Nate moved to different bases after Korea, they continued to maintain a close friendship. Some good ice breakers for Kelsey are his wife Karly, his dog Kota, and Buffalo Bills.
Alexis Bowie
Bridesmaid
I met Alexis in eighth grade, We conquered high school together. Alexis, Wren and I were inseparable during high school. We hung out every single day after school and most weekends. We have been through all the ups and downs together and I am so thankful to have Alexis as a best friend. If you know Alexis, you know she can make you laugh harder than anyone else. Alexis is married to Marlin. I was lucky enough to stand by Alexis during her wedding and now I am so grateful to have her stand by my side as one of my bridesmaids!
Max Thompson
Groomsman
Max and Nate have known each other since 5th grade and have been brothers ever since. Basically being next door neighbors, Max and Nate hung out constantly throughout middle and high school through various activities such as Boy Scouts, lacrosse, and cross country. From drifting Nate's '69 Volkswagen bug in a gravel parking lot to the hiking 58 miles in Philmont together, their stories are endless. Max used his love of the ocean to teach Nate to sail and fish, and continues this passion to this day. Some good ice breakers for Max is Penn State, Rainbow Six Siege, and his girlfriend Emily.
Kelsey Brown
Bridesmaid
Kelsey is my cousin, but also basically my sister. Growing up, we pretty much had lunch at our Grandma's house every Sunday. We spend every holiday together and I always ask to sit by her at all family events. I have always looked up to Kelsey and get so excited when people tell me I look like her. We are always in front of the camera at every family event. If you know Kelsey, you know she is always smiling and will definitely keep you entertained. If you need a good laugh, go talk to her! Kelsey is married to Justin and now they have a sweet two year old, Andi Rae. I was so honored when Kelsey asked me to be in her wedding many years ago and now I am so thankful to have her standing by my side as one of my bridesmaids!
Jimmy Moore
Groomsman
Jimmy and Nate became close friends Sophomore year of College when they became roommates at West Point. While they lived together, they created Team Cold Room (5444), learned Physics while walking to our Physics final, hyped up F4 Frog Week each year by sneaking out and blasting music in the middle of the College, and countless memories in Highland Falls/the Firstie bar/and Army/Navy weekend. Jimmy introduced Nate to the trendy style of Crocs no matter the weather or temperature. Some good ice breakers for Jimmy is about his wife Elissa, his two dogs, and the ability to eat only sour gummy worms and hot pockets and then run 10 miles with a sub 6minute pace!
Meredith Kelly
Bridesmaid
Meredith is my cousin, but basically my sister. Growing up, we were always attached at the hip at all family events. Each Christmas we would always get matching gifts. This still stands to this day. Meredith is so much fun to be around! She is also a thriving business women! Meredith is a florist and owns the cutest flower shop, The Flower Cart. She is so creative and talented. If you ever need flowers, she is your girl! If you know Meredith, you know how funny and outgoing she is! Meredith married the love of her life, Clint in on New Years Eve this past January. It was the most fun way to ring in the New Year! I was so excited to be a part of Meredith's wedding and now I am so thankful to have her stand beside me as one of my bridesmaids!
Nathan Sutherland
Groomsman
Nate and Nate became close friends Sophomore year in College when they became roommates at West Point. While living together, Sutherland saved Nate by teaching him just enough Russian to barely pass Russian 101. They shared many memories such as countless philosophical discussion throughout the years, smoking cigars looking over the plain, being a member of the Trio picture tradition, endless discussions at the lunch table, and being a part of Team Cold Room (5444). Some good ice breakers for Nathan is his wife Céline, Fly Fishing, and Kazakhstan.
Ann Marie Wethern
Bridesmaid
Ann Marie is my cousin, but basically a sister! Her and Meredith are actual sisters! Ann Marie is so sweet and funny. She will keep you laughing! Ann Marie is so talented and smart. She is a nurse anesthetist, so if you need any medical attention during the wedding, she is your gal. Ann Marie is married to Chad, and now they have baby James or as we like to call him, Baby J. Baby J is the newest addition to our family and we are all so in love with him. I was so thankful to stand by Ann Marie when she married Chad and now I am so grateful to have her stand by my side as one of my bridesmaids!
James Kim
Groomsman
James and Nate met Freshmen year in College. Since college freshmen (Plebes) worked closely together to bring upperclassmen's laundry to their room and participate laundry gauntlets (Not hazing), James and Nate became very close. From the Anacondas Plebe mafia to snow sprints, the stories are endless. After graduating, they both still remain close friends and Nate was a Saber Bearer in James's incredible wedding. Some good ice breakers for James are his wife Yeana, learning how to pump gas into his car in college, and D1 Ducks.