Lauren & Tom
Wedding Party
Tim Zolna
Man of Honor
Best Friend of the Bride Tim and I have known each other for about 20 years now. We first met while working at TJMaxx and I swear we immediately became best friends... that's how I remember it anyway! We have been through so much over the years, he was even my prom date! As time has gone on, especially with me moving to WI, we don't get to see each other as much as we would like. But no matter where we are in life we always come together and pick up as if nothing has changed; as if we’re still the weird teenagers that met all those years ago. I had the honor to be Tim's maid of honor at his wedding and I couldn't imagine anybody else standing up there next to me.
Bryan Rynders
Best Man
Best Friend of the Groom Bryan and Tom met in first grade. He was one of those 'AM' Kindergarten kids. Bryan attended grade school with Tom and Andrew and High School with the same as well as Phil. Bryan and Tom were also roommates Freshman year at Valpo, and then Junior year, and then on the East Side (with and without Phil). His wife has yet to live with him longer. Tom and Bryan have remained friends since moving to different parts of the city. Tom, Lauren, Nikki, and Bryan have had countless adventures and have many memories from the Oakland Ave apt. Bryan is also Fraternity Brothers with Tom, Andrew, and Kevin. Bryan currently lives with his lovely wife Nikki and their farm in Milwaukee. Great conversation topic if you spot him at the wedding!
Mariah Malmstadt
Bridesmaid
Sister of the Groom Mariah and I met shortly after Tom and I started dating... so a really long time ago! She has always treated me like a sister since Tom and I started dating seriously and now we will officially be sisters! She is one of the most generous and kind hearted people I know. I am so grateful to call her my sister and have her stand by my side on our wedding day!
Kevin Kutsche
Groomsman
Brother of the Bride and Friend/Fraternity Brother of Groom Tom and Kevin met at Valpo around his Sophomore year when he joined Sigma Phi Epsilon. Kevin was always active in planning events or parties both in and out of the House. Tom liked events and parties. This has lead to countless events and stories that are shared between the two. (It is believed that Kevin knew Lauren her whole life and they have some sort of familiar relationship) Kevin and Tom remained friends after their time at Valpo. This lead to the story you read on the Home Page. Tom is excited to have his Fraternity Brother-in-Law standing up with him on the big day! Kevin resides in Orland Park, IL near family and friends, many of which have become some of Tom's great friends as well, many of whom go on Guys' Trip!
Ashley Bray
Bridesmaid
Friend of the Bride Ashley and I met during freshman orientation at Valparaiso University. We were in the same group together and got along pretty good... so we figured why not be roommates! After becoming roommates we also joined the same sorority and had alot a great times at Valpo. We have been through alot over the years and I'm so glad that we have stayed friends after all of these years. After college Ashley moved to the Chicago area (she's from the Milwaukee area) so it was always nice having her near by. Of course she still lives in IL and now I moved to WI! I'm so glad that my Wisconsin roomie will be with me on my wedding day!
Andrew Bangert
Groomsman
Alternate Best Friend of the Groom Tom and Andrew met in the 'PM' Kindergarten class, which was taught by his wonderful mother Jean! Tom and Andrew have been life long friends. Andrew accompanied Tom and Bryan to Valpo and lived next door Freshman year. Andrew was also a Fraternity brother of Tom, Bryan, and Kevin. Tom had the pleasure of living with Andrew their senior year in the Fraternity House. Andrew lives in St. Louis with his lovely wife Melissa and their 2 children. He doesn't seem to want to leave (for some reason...).
Jill Stange
Bridesmaid
Friend of the Bride Jill and I met at Valparaiso University when we both joined Kappa Kappa Gamma. We were both business majors too so we spent alot of time together through our college years and became great friends. After college Jill got married and I was so honored to be one of her bridesmaids. Unfortunately she ended up moving further away so it's been harder to see each other over the past few years. She just moved to IL (after I left) but we are still alot closer now and I can't wait to spend more time with her! I am so glad we have been able to keep in touch after all of these years and I am so thrilled she will be standing with me on my wedding day.
Phil Langelin
Groomsman
Alternate Best Friend of the Groom Phil and Tom met in High School at Martin Luther in Greendale. Phil was a new addition to the regular Hales Corners group that hung out. Tom and Phil stayed close during college where Tom visited Phil at UW-Madison for several Halloween events and other parties. After college Phil moved in with Tom and Bryan at several East Side locations. Tom and Phil remained close after living downtown. Phil and his wife have joined Tom and Lauren several times for Up North snowshoe outings or Packers games. Phil and his lovely wife Mindy live in WI. Where? Good question, at time of posting they are working on relocating to some where in SE WI. They have 3 children and are frequently visited by Pablo the donkey from down the street.
Ashley Fowler
Bridesmaid
Cousin of the Bride Ashley is my cousin and my good friend. We grew up together and have shared so many memories together. I have always felt so blessed to have a cousin the same age as me, she was like the sister I never had. From our childhood years of dance routines and playing in our grandparents basement to talking about boys and traveling together, we've been through alot. I had the pleasure of standing up in her wedding and I am so glad she will be up there with me as well.
Joe Robb
Officiant
Alternate Best Friend of the Groom Joe and Tom met sometime around Kindergarten. While Joe has had 2 stints living in CA, they have maintained a close friendship. Tom and Joe have had a long list of adventures; from growing up in WI from K-High School, playing a dominating bocce game around the entire St. Louis Seminary campus vs his father and brother-in-law, many fun times in San Diego, and building his garage in Greendale. Joe now lives back in Northern CA with his lovely wife Sarah and his 3, no that's not right, 4 (!) kids.