Best Man
Cody aka Code Andy and Cody have been friends since middle school.
Groomsman
Nick aka Coach Weber Andy and Nick have been friends since middle school. Their bond really grew in high school when Andy started picking Nick up for baseball practice in the red Chevy Nova. Some of Andy's favorite times with Nick range from Porchin' it, Entourage marathons, repeatedly beating him playing Euchre and the random mid day phone calls to discuss whatever he just read on Twitter/X.
Groomsman
Drew aka Pac Andy and Drew have known each other since middle school, they became exceptionally close when they lived together in college. Drew was a freshman, Andy was a junior and Drew idolized Andy in every way.
Groomsman
Derek aka Dirk aka Jim aka Jimmy aka Grill Master D Andy and Dirk have known each other since elementary school. Youth sports teammates and high school teammates to college roommates Andy and Dirk have made a lot of great memories together.
Groomsman
Andy and Judd became fast friends when they discovered they both could eat the same amount of pizza in elementary school. Playing basketball and listening to the Eagle Eye Cherry CD in the driveway late into the night is one of Andy's core memories with Judd.
Groomsman
Robert aka Rob Andy and Robert have been friends since elementary school. A life long friend, Andy has great memories playing sports with Robert at every age. Another teammate to roommate Andy and Robert lived together in college. Though there are memories after memories with Robert, Andy's favorite memory with him is when Les Miles mistakenly identified them as football players well after the LSU Arkansas game ended and congratulated them by saying "Great Game Men" like they played in the game.
Groomsman
Justin aka Herm Andy and Herm have been friends since elementary school, also teammates and roommates they lived together for four years at Bowling Green. Andy remembers many days at the Reinbolt ranch 4-wheeling and snowmobiling in the winter and bailing straw and hay in the summers. Andy also remembers multiple PS2 controllers being broken in the dorm at BG while playing NCAA Football against Herm.
Matron of Honor
Stephanie is Lacey's oldest sister. Given their 6 year age gap, Steph took on the role of Lacey's protector early on and has continued to look out for her baby ever since. Lacey and Stephanie have always been close and even got to live together for a little while in their twenties, only strengthening their bond further. She's an incredible mom, a loyal friend, and someone who shows up for the people she loves. Lacey is so thankful to have her standing next to her on such a meaningful day.
Officiant
Melissa is Lacey's older sister. They grew up close and only got closer throughout the years. Originally intended to be a bridesmaid, when Andy and Lacey started talking about who should officiate the wedding Melissa jokingly said "ok, fine guys, I'll do it." Andy and Lacey looked at each other and both knew immediately that she was the perfect person to marry them. Melissa has been by Lacey's side for every chapter of her life and Lacey can't imagine anyone more perfect to help them start this next one. After a couple of palomas in the pool, Melissa humbly agreed to be the officiant and they are so grateful.
Bridesmaid
Jamie and Lacey met in 2011ish in Rochester, MN, where Lacey lived at the time. They almost instantly declared each other as their favorite and never looked back. After Lacey moved away at the end of 2016, they tragically had to learn how to be long distance best friends. No surprise, they nailed it. Jamie is the kind of friend that is up for anything and will support you no matter what. Jamie is an extremely important person in Lacey's life and Lacey is so excited to celebrate alongside her.
Bridesmaid
Jess is Lacey's soon to be sister-in-law and Lacey is so lucky to be gaining a sister! From the start, Jess made Lacey feel welcome, and their bond has grown so naturally. Jess is thoughtful, fun, and an amazing mom and friend. Lacey is so grateful to have her by her side for this big day and for all the days ahead.
Bridesmaid
Lacey met Christina while working with her mom, Lisa. Lacey and Lisa got along so well and Lisa basically said, if you like me, you're going to love my younger clone, Christina. And well, she was right. Christina and Lacey instantly became close and felt like they had been friends forever. Christina is one of Lacey's closest confidantes, biggest cheerleaders, and one of her favorite travel companions. Lacey is so grateful to have her by her side on her wedding day.
Bridesmaid
Kourtney and Lacey grew up across the street from each other. Little baby Kourtney even visited the hospital when Lacey was born, making her Lacey's longest friend. Kourtney is lovingly known as the fourth Downs girl. From sleepovers and playing in the sprinklers to all of life's milestones, Kourtney has been there through it all. Lacey can't imagine the big day without her by her side.
Flower Girl
Annabelle is Lacey's niece. She’s smart, funny, effortlessly cool, and equal parts teenager and the family's first baby. Uncle Andy and Aunt Yay Yay are lucky to have AB leading the way down the aisle and adding that moment to our long list of memories made together.
Ring Bearer
Logan is Lacey’s nephew. He’s so sweet, hilarious without trying, and just a little in awe of how tall Andy is. He will surely enjoy the spotlight as he carries the rings to his bestie, aka Yay Yay, and his favorite tall man, Uncle Andy.
Flower Girl
Bria is Andy's niece. Since the day she was born she has had Uncle Andy wrapped around her finger. She's sweet, smart, brave and absolutely adores her uncle and soon-to-be aunt. Lacey and Andy can't wait to see her all dressed up and by their side.
Ring Bearer
Braden is Andy's nephew. Since before Andy and Lacey were even engaged, he started lovingly asking if he could be the "Ring Barrel" in their wedding. That was a no-brainer and Uncle Andy and Aunt Lacey are so excited to have him carrying the rings down the aisle.