Kelly & Collin
Wedding Party
Sara VanAlstine
Maid of Honor
Sara is Kelly's older sister and a crucial part of her life. Though we couldn't be more opposite as sisters, we share everything from gossip to clothes to groceries to animals. We have grown very close over the past few years and have learned to value our sisterhood. We always have each other's backs (no matter what!) and that's what makes our bond so strong and resilient. Sara has been a positive influence on Kelly and Collin and has listened to, loved and supported them from the beginning. We love her so much, she is the best big sister that anyone could have ever asked for and we wouldn't trade her for anyone else in the world. Sara is married to Gary Lee VanAlstine II and they have one son, Gary who is Kelly's God son. Sara and her Gary's have two poodles named Marley and Mickey.
Katelynn Backus-Harris
Maid of Honor
Katie Bug is Kelly's baby sister. Kate is a mature, independent and inspiring woman who has always been motivated to follow her dreams. As her younger sister, Kate had Kelly's back through out elementary school, high school and even into college often taking the role as "big sis" in our relationship. We bond with her and her husband, Matt over drinks, family and dogs mostly but there's truly nothing (and no one!) that we couldn't make fun of and laugh at together. Kate is so loved by both Kelly and Collin and has been an excellent support in their relationship as a loving sister and friend. She is wise beyond her years, intelligent and honest and quite frankly irreplaceable. We are so blessed to have her love and support on our big day.
Elizabeth Bernard
Bridesmaid
Liz has been a loyal best friend through so many years of craziness! Liz and Kelly developed a friendship in college that is always moving and changing right along with our lives. We have literally spent our 20's "growing up" in so many different ways together. Liz and Kelly have so many similarities to bond over and just enough differences to keep it fun. Our Ying and Yang type relationship has helped me grow as an individual as well as a partner to Collin. Liz and I have shared so many valuable memories, lessons and hardships over the years and because of these adventures she helped me become who I am today. We love Liz so much and are so proud of her! She is such a sweet and funny person and I could not have built a better best friend to celebrate our lives with!
Katie Beidler
Bridesmaid
Katie is our favorite. She is so fun and outgoing and always ready to help. Katie lived in the apartment above us for some time and we became the best neighbor friends ever. Her beautiful voice used to fill our house with music and bring so much joy to our hearts. While working together at JC Penny's, Katie encouraged Kelly to pursue her dreams of teaching yoga and was responsible for kicking her butt into gear and making it happen. She is a joyous and uplifting person with so many talents to offer this world. We Love her unconditionally and we wouldn't be where we are today with out her.
Danielle Hamel
Bridesmaid
Danielle is an uplifting and inspiring friend who popped into our lives as if she'd always been there. She is Tim's wife (Est. 2017) and our very dear friend! We love her so much for her courage, generosity and loving kindness. It only makes sense that she stands with us because she has always loved and supported our relationship through its ups and downs. She fit right in with us just like family from day 1 and we could never replace her. Danielle has a huge heart and is full of love and i consider myself lucky to have a true friend like her standing by my side on one of the most special days of our lives.
Timothy Hamel
Groomsman
Tim and Collin have been best buds since elementary school. They've shared so many things through out their lives growing up together. Though they are separated by 1,000 miles, they share a million precious memories and continue to create new ones every time they get together.
Ryan Adams
Groomsman
Ryan is Collin's oldest brother. Ryan is married to Stacey and they have three adorable kids Ainsley, Regan and Barrett. Barrett is Collin's God Son. Ryan and his family live in East Lansing.
Nathan Adams
Groomsman
Nate is Collin's second oldest brother. Nate married a lovely woman named Kathleen and they have 3 boys and one sweet little girl. They live near Big Rapids, MI.
Brandon Adams
Groomsman
Brandon is Collin's brother closest in age. Brandon has been close with Kelly & Collin over the years and has always brought joy to everyone's lives. Brandon is married to Rachel and they have three great kids Jacob, Ethan and Evie. They also have a big pup name Ginger.
Tyler Moody
Groomsman
Tyler Moody is one of our closest friends. We've known him for many years and have shared many adventures together. We bond over double dates, dobermans and building things. We couldn't imagine our special day with out Mood.....he's one of the most helpful and sweetest people we've ever known.
Erma
Best Bitch
Erma is a special girl who needs and deserves a lot of attention. Though other females send her into an inconsolable frenzy, she enjoys the company of other animals and people eventually. She will be standing right next to the Bride to keep an eye out for anything that may require her "Erm Alerm" also known as an excessively squeaky barking episode.
Buster
Best Boy
Buster is a bad ass lover baby. He just loves love. His big build is scary to some but his sweet demeanor will melt your heart. He'll be standing next to the groom during the ceremony to support his Mom and Dad saying "I do!"