Diana & Kyle
Wedding Party
Diana Hoskins
Bride
Diana grew up in NYC and moved to Florida when she was 12. She attended Stetson University in sunny DeLand, FL and was a member of Delta Delta Delta where she met some of her lifelong friends. Diana moved to Chicago in 2010 where she later met Kyle. She works as an Associate Director at an Advertising agency and loves all things travel and will take any excuse to go on vacation. She's been to 48 states and 16 countries.
Kyle Hardey
Groom
Born and raised in Naperville, Kyle is a true Chicagoan. He attended Indiana University and is still a die hard fan of all things IU and Chicago sports. He loves traveling the world and drinking cold craft beer.
Camille King
Maid of Honor
Camille and Diana first met when they were in 7th grade in Melbourne, Fl. Diana had just moved to Florida from New York and was eager to make new friends, which can be difficult at the awkward age of 12. Camille was the same sweet girl as she is now (if you've had the pleasure of meeting her you know that she is probably the nicest person you've ever met) and the two of them hit it off instantly. They have been best friends since and no matter how much time goes by between visits, they always pick up where they left off. Camille and Diana always make the effort to visit each other and recently had the pleasure of exploring Puerto Rico and Cuba together.
Brad Schaum
Best Man
Brad has been a best friend of the groom for over 15 years. And a roommate for half of that! Kyle is Brad's Best Man in his May wedding as well, so this bromance is the real deal. Brad is always there when you need him and knows how to have a good time. Brad's outgoing personality is fun to be around and he seems to take advantage of every opportunity that arises. Which is why so many great stories have been created because you never miss out on fun when you are with the big guy.
Katie Kabana
Bridesmaid
Although Katie and Diana went to High School together, they didn't become friends until 2008 when Diana was a senior in college. Katie later moved to Chicago where the two became roommates and lived together for 4 fun-filled years. Katie always knows how to make Diana laugh until she cries, is a great listener, and such a supportive friend. She's one of a kind and Diana is so blessed to have years of memories with her and they can't wait to create more when they travel the world together next year! Katie is a flight attendant and avid traveler, having been to 41 countries to date. If you are in need of any travel advice, she's your girl!
Kevin Luchansky
Groomsman
Kevin was the very first person Kyle met at Indiana University freshman orientation in the summer of 2004. Since both of them were wearing Indiana basketball t-shirts it was easy to start up a conversation. Over four years in Bloomington, IN, Kevin and Kyle shared many late nights creating memories. After college Kevin decided to move to Chicago and for the next 5 years Kevin and Kyle were roommates and best friends.
Kristen Haskins
Bridesmaid
Kristen and Diana bond over their love of music and have been attending concerts and festivals together for years. Kristen moved to Chicago from Florida in 2012 and became roommates with Diana and Katie. She is spreading her wings (literally) and is joining Katie as a flight attendant. Kristen is always known for a good laugh, amazing sense of style, fun loving personality, and her use of accents in everyday conversations.
Brad Payne
Groomsman
Brad has been a friend and co worker of Kyle's for the last 6 years at CH Robinson. They enjoy complaining about their boss and going to the same lunch spot 3 days a week together. Outside of work the two enjoy relaxing on a barstool somewhere talking about life. And those couple times a year when Kyle gets serious about being "healthy" he looks first to brad for new workouts and diets. Brad has always been a great motivator for Kyle's career and personal life.
Brooke Ruckstaetter
Bridesmaid
For years Brooke and Diana have been asked if they are sisters, although they don't think they look anything alike. The question likely arises due to the close friendship the two of them share. Diana was lucky enough to meet Brooke at her home for a friend's surprise party when Diana had just moved to Chicago 8 years ago. Brooke is the type of friend who will always have your back, is always down for a good time, and has the biggest heart. Brooke and Diana share a love for a good bottle of Sauvignon Blanc, sunshine, warm weather, puppies, and beach vacations.
Andrew Ruckstaetter
Groomsman
Andy has been a great friend of the Bride and Groom for many years and some argue that he was largely responsible for Kyle and Diana's relationship. Andy was the common friend Kyle and Diana shared when they first met. So when Kyle let Andy know he was going to ask Diana on a date, Andy did what any friend would do and encouraged Kyle to follow his heart even if the odds were stacked against him. Than Andy was able to convince Diana to give Kyle a chance and the rest is history.
Stacey Ricker
Bridesmaid
Stacey and Diana met when they worked at Charlotte Russe in Melbourne, FL when Diana was a senior in college. Even though Stacey is a few years younger than Diana they became fast friends to the point where they would wear the same outfit at the same time on multiple occasions. Stacey is the most loyal and thoughtful friend a girl could ever ask for. She is an old soul and wise beyond her years, to the point that some times everyone forgets how young she really is. She studied abroad in Ireland, which sparked her love for travel and has been back a few times since. Stacey is starting a new chapter in her life by packing all her things, leaving the sunshine state and heading off to live in Denver!
Jeff Carlson
Groomsman
Jeff and Kyle first became friends from playing volleyball for rival high schools. Than they both decided to attend Indiana University and became teammates and roommates for three years. Now that they live in Chicago, Jeff and Kyle share their love of the Chicago Cubs by going to as many as ten games a year. They also enjoy catching live music at any one of Chicago's hundred venues.
Katy Wightman
Bridesmaid
Although Katy and Diana are both Florida girls, they first met at a birthday party in Chicago back in 2010 when they had both recently moved from Florida. Katy and Diana hit it off instantly, but how could they not have with how fun, carefree, and outgoing Katy is. They both started working at the same company, ended up living on the same street, and then Katy solidified their lifelong friendship by marrying Diana's cousin Ian and became part of the family. Katy is the kindest, most thoughtful, and caring person and always knows how to make everyone feel loved. Diana and Kyle are so lucky to call her family!
Ian Wightman
Groomsman
Ian is not only a good friend of the Groom but he is also a cousin of the Bride! Ian has been a staple in Diana and Kyle's life because they get to see him at both friend and family gatherings. You might think Kyle and Diana would get sick of seeing someone so much but you just cant get enough of Ian. He is always having a good time with a smile on his face. His positive attitude is infectious and he can always get Diana and Kyle to laugh. The Bride and Groom are lucky to call him family.
Kailyn Hardey
Bridesmaid
Kailyn is Kyle's sister, duh! And like her brother and father, Kailyn is a HUGE fan of the Chicago Bulls (no matter how bad they are). She is not only loyal to her team but also to her friends and family. Besides sports her love for music is obvious. She loves seeing her favorite artists live, making her own music on her turn table or computer and is rarely seen without her headphones in her ear. She is excited to study and pursue her passion of fashion in college and beyond.
Mike Hinterlong
Groomsman
Mike has known Kyle longer than any other groomsman. They have been best friends for almost 25 years! They first met and became buddies when they both made the little league baseball all star team as ten year olds. Every day they practiced or traveled to tournaments together and their bond with each other and their teammates only grew. Riding bikes, skateboarding, going to the beach, fishing, they did it all. Mike and Kyle thought they were the characters from one of their favorite movies, The Sandlot. Mike has been a teammate, roommate and most importantly a life long friend.
Sarah Dudley
Bridesmaid
Sarah and Diana met when they both became members of Tri Delta at Stetson University and were in the same pledge class. They hit it off instantly and later became suitemates. They share a love of travel which has allowed them to stay close over the years since they live across the country from one another. Some of Diana's fondest memories with Sarah include visiting her in Michigan and having momma Riopelle make all of the grilled cheeses their hearts desired, exploring Oahu and attempting surfing, ziplining and hiking to waterfalls in Costa Rica, Spring Break 2008 in the Bahamas, and spending quality time in Denver with her, her husband, and two dogs.
Brian Pelzel
Groomsman
Brian and Kyle met freshman year at Indiana University when living on the same dorm floor. They quickly became friends and shared many great nights over their four years at IU. In all the years since college ended Brian and Kyle have continued to grow their friendship by talking beer, traveling together, and enjoying the outdoors. To some it may sound like Brian and Kyle have their own language which includes mumbling, yelling and laughing about stuff only they find funny.
Brian Hoskins
Usher
The Bride's younger brother
Rainey Quinn Farrar
Flower Girl
Daughter of the bride's cousin and Lawson's twin
Lawson David Farrar
Ring Bearer
Son of the bride's cousin and Rainey's twin
Norah Robertson
Flower Girl
Daughter of the groom's cousin