Kennedy & Gabe
Wedding Party
Cami Reuter
Maid of Honor
Ever since the 5th grade, Cami has been my best friend! I was the 'new' kid in school, (I had been at a private elementary school until 5th grade) and so nervous that I wouldn't make any friends. Cami was one of the first people to make me feel welcome. We were in the same 5th grade class and pretty much did everything together! Cami is the type of person who would do just about anything for her friends and family, she is the definition of a ride or die! I can lean on her for just about anything and I know she would help me out without any hesitation or judgment. I couldn't be more thankful or lucky to have someone like her stand by me on my special day! I love you Cam!
Brayden Benavides
Best Man
I am absolutely blessed to have a brother like Brayden who has been my hero, my best friend, and now my best man. He is the most unique human I have ever come in contact with, I know no matter what happens or where this life takes us I will never have to look far to find my little brother. I love the relationship and the closeness that he also shares with Kennedy, since day one he has accepted her as a sister and we are so lucky to have his support in our relationship. Brayden lights up every room he walks into not because he's great looking and single, I might add.. but his personality is unmatched and always finds a way to fit in and be loved. Although he is my younger brother I have always looked up to the man he has become and I am so lucky to be his brother. I am so grateful to have you in my life Brayden, I love you.
Brynn Kubo
Bridesmaid
Brynn and I met at Western Oregon University, where we both played soccer and were roommates for 3 of our 4 years at school. We were able to experience so many fun things together. Playing a college sport was very challenging both mentally and physically and Brynn was always there to help pick me up when I was feeling down or needed anything. I feel so lucky to have a friend who can make me laugh, smile, and cry all in at one time. We always have the best time together and I feel so blessed to have someone like her in my life. We have truly gone through the best times and the hardest times together, and I wouldn't want it any other way! Brynn truly is an amazing friend who will always have my back, no matter what. She is a great person both inside and out and may be one of the funniest people I have ever met, I can't wait to share this special day with her!
Griffey Halle
Groomsman
Griffin Ryan Halle is probably one of the funniest guys I have ever had the opportunity to spend my time with. He came into my life junior year of college at Western Oregon and immediately became extremely close and like brothers shortly after that. Griff and I bonded over never taking anything too seriously. We had almost every class together where we would spend time talking, laughing, and finding anyway we could to squeak by with a B in the class. Griff and I also bond over how competitive we are together. Anything we can bet on we will, anything he can do, I think I can do better. We always push each other back and forth but this has done nothing other than bring us closer. We created endless memories and stories that I can think back on and make me laugh so hard I end up in tears. I am so thankful for your friendship "Morful" and I'm so happy to have you standing next to me on the biggest day of my life.
Justin Wakem
Groomsman
Justin and I met my first year at Western Oregon, after a couple of days, I gravitated toward Justin because of the energy he always gave off. I have always valued Justin's friendship and probably not given him my true thoughts and opinions of him until this past year. I had an opportunity to go to Justin's wedding recently where all of my thoughts were solidified about him. He is one of the most genuine guys I have been around and also keeps you on your toes at all times because at any point he's ready to roast you. He has been an incredible friend of mine and I could not be more thankful to have him in my life. Justin, thank you for your friendship and thank you for always being you, I love you my friend.
Brooklyn Benavides
Bridesmaid
Brooklyn is one of the sweetest and sassiest little girls you will ever meet! She has the best personality and I cannot wait to officially be sisters! I feel so lucky to be able to join such an amazing family! Since day 1, Brooklyn made me feel so welcomed and loved. Although there is quite an age gap between us, I sometimes forget, she is smarter than me in so many ways! Brooklyn is wise beyond her years.! I can't wait to see you grow into such a beautiful young women and I promise to be here for anything you need! Love you sis.
Courtney Clay
Bridesmaid
I am so thankful to have someone in my life like Court, she really is the life of the party and someone who can have fun no matter where she is! She always has a smile on her face and can brighten anyone's day. I feel so lucky to have a sister in law who feels like a friend I've known forever. We get along so well and I believe that is because we started as friends in High School being on the same soccer team, getting the chance to know each other before becoming family. I can go to her for anything, truly a built in friend that I am so grateful to have! I was so excited to stand by her side at her and Spencer's wedding and now I can't wait for the roles to be reversed. I am so excited for this next stage of life... babies!! You are going to be the best mom and auntie one day and I can't wait for all of the family trips to come :)
Spencer Clay
Groomsman
Spencer is exactly what I had always hoped my future brother in law would be like. The first time we ever met, I think his guard was up for probably 2 hours and from there on, we have hit it off. That night, Spence and I would leave Kennedy behind and he would introduce me to most of his friends over a couple of beers. That night I believe he won me over with about a $50 Taco Bell order while we tried to be quiet in the Clay's living room crushing Crunch Wrap Supremes. Spencer is just a big goof with one of the biggest hearts I have seen, his love for his wife, Courtney, and his family is something truly special. Spence, we have been brothers since day one, but now we are making it official! I love you buddy.
Gia Nikolai
Bridesmaid
Gia may be one of the weirdest people I have ever met.... in the BEST way possible! I have never met a friend like her that I can be 100% myself around and laugh the entire time we are together. No matter what it is, she will never judge you, just tags along and is down for the ride. I could not see her for 10 years and still feel like we just saw each other yesterday.... our friendship never skips a beat! I am so grateful I met her so many years ago and got to go through all the ups and downs of school, dances, drama, whatever it may be, she was there and I am so thankful I get to share my wedding day with her.
Jared McDonald
Groomsman
Jared and I met when we were playing club ball at 13 years old. We lost contact after club ball, but 1st day of freshman year at Grand Canyon University, I walked into my dorm to discover that we were going to be roommates! We had fun, probably too much fun at times.. which typically ended up in us getting in trouble. Jared has always been one of those guys that you find yourself gravitating toward and looking up too. Jared later committed to Western Oregon University to continue playing baseball. I was planning to move down south to continue playing ball when Jared reached out and gave me his WOU coaches number, just to get another prospective school on my list. Two days later I was committed to Western Oregon University and back on a team with one of my best friends. Jared, this has been such an incredible ride and I am so lucky to have you in my life. Thank you for all the joy and memories you have brought to my world.
Cam Nowack
Groomsman
Cameron "Dad" Nowack, what a special human being this man is. Cam got the nickname "Dad" from the "Love Shack" boys because we were always counting on him to keep us in line. He is a friend to everyone he comes in contact with and finds a way to always balance out a room full of dirty, loud, and energetic guys. Cam fits into every crowd and he will follow you to the end of time and that is something I have always looked up to about Dad. He was a major reason why I enjoyed my two years at Western Oregon and I will always be grateful for the memories created together. No matter what, I can always count on Cameron to be by my side anywhere and anytime. Cam, I hold our friendship close to my heart and I cannot be happier that you are a part of this big day, I love you Dad.
Eddie Rivera
Groomsman
Edward Rivera and I have been friends since Freshman year of high school. Eddie was in my English class and he sat right in front of me. Eddie and I immediately hit it off and started to develop a friendship that I will always cherish. He spent so much time at my parents house playing video games, playing with Brooklyn, and just hanging out with my family it was like he was a part of it. Eddie played basketball with me and also ended up being our baseball announcer until he lost the job over commentating play by play in Spanish! After we graduated high school, Eddie and I ended up at Grand Canyon University together where we continued our friendship and hangout every chance we got. Eddie, don't ever change the man you are and don't ever forget how far you have come in this life. Thank you for everything you have brought to my life. I love you.
Emily Clay
Bridesmaid
A bestie and a cousin all in one?? Yes please! Emily and I have been such great friends since the day we were born (literally). She has always been the older cousin and such a great role model (even though she is only 9 months older than me). She was always so mature and someone who I could look up too. Every holiday (Emily lived in California most of our growing up years), I was practically bursting at the seems to see her, and I am so thankful for that relationship. Even though we live in separate states, I know she is only a text or phone call away and would be willing to take a bullet for me, no matter what! I am so grateful to have such an amazing friend/person/cousin in my life and am so excited to have her by my side.