Lachen & Holly
Wedding Party
Mary Pat
Maid of Honor
Holly and Mary Pat met sophomore year of college at Winona State. Mary Pat was an honorary "rugby player" as she lived in the rugby house (405) with the team. She always had dinner ready for us after practice and was ready for all the team socials we hosted. She then met and married a fellow rugger from the Men's Team, "WIEEEED". Mary Pat was a driving factor in moving to Minneapolis/St. Paul area when looking for our next "big city". We will forever joke about acting 20 and feeling 40. If Holly ends up in jail, MP will be sitting next to her, guaranteed.
Rachel
Maid of Honor
Rachel and Lachen met freshman year at WSU! They bonded over *not* making the Women's Basketball team together, and joining rugby instead. Their friendship grew over many house parties, Taco Bell runs, and swapping stories of our awkward life encounters. The peak of our friendship is when Rachel needed dinner while studying late in the campus library, and Lachen packed her beer to wash it down. Rachel has her Master's degree in public health, and she lives with her long-term boyfriend- also a fellow Men's rugger, Taylor in St. Paul, MN.
Kaitlyn
Bridesmaid
Kaitlyn and Holly met in club volleyball at the ripe age of 14. They both were awkward-looking and acting, making them the perfect duo. Kaitlyn attended the Catholic high school in Wausau and Holly was at one of the public schools. Through Kaitlyn a group calling themselves the Wolfpack was formed- 5 friends attending 3 different high schools. The Wolfpack still remains close friends into adulthood. Kaitlyn and Holly remained close through undergrad and spent very "memorable" times visiting each other's colleges. Every girl needs a Cheetah Girl in their life and we are so glad to have ours!
Georgia
Bridesmaid
Georgia and Holly met on the rugby pitch. Georgia was a beast on the pitch and will forever be the most favorite scrum half. Anyone that knows Georgia knows that her laugh is the most contagious, infectious laugh you will ever hear; her laugh brings so much sunshine to any room. Georgia became a Georgia Peach when she moved to Savannah after college, she was DEEPLY missed by both Holly and Lachen. Semi-recently Georgia moved to Minneapolis and is also dating a fellow Men's Team Rugger, Ross the Sauce. We are one big happy family.
Michael
Bridesman
Michael and Holly met back in Middle School, 6th grade, the year Holly moved into the D.C. Everest school district. Michael and Holly were each others plus ones to most functions, especially family gatherings. Holly knew he was family when Grandma Jo was sending him all the Holiday cards she was getting. Holly and Michael share a love for volleyball, camping, traveling and tasty beer. Michael will forever try to beat Holly in anything they do, whether that be racing into Target or their made up 4 square game. A brother and bestfriend for 16 years and counting!
Drew
Bridesman
Drew was the nicest stranger who helped us move to Colorado and was much more than a familiar face when we moved back from CO! Drew and Michael quickly became more like family, celebrating holidays and life events with Holly and Lachen. Drew is the most genuine, kind and loving human you will ever meet and is guaranteed to make the party last, always serving you a glass of wine at his house! Everyone needs a Drew in their lives. Drew and Michael are home and dog owners in Minneapolis, MN.
Heather
Bridesmaid
Heather freaking Kohl. Holly met Heather in freshman English class with a mutual feeling towards their most beloved professor. Heather played rugby in high school and tried all semester to get Holly to join. After a lot of convincing Heather got Holly to join rugby and that had to be the best choice Holly could have ever made. Heather always told Holly "I hope you know you are now stuck with me" and they couldn't be happier to be standing up in each others weddings. Heather also married a fellow Men's team rugger, Brandon. Talk about a sport forming the best of friendships and relationships!
Maggie
Bridesmaid
Fry-dog. Holly first met Maggie when Maggie came to Winona from La Crosse to visit Mary Pat (hometown friends). Maggie has a spark of life in her that allows her to live life to the fullest! Maggie is a "yes" woman, she will always try to attend and be there for every event invited to, and is what makes her so great. Maggie brings out a wild side of Holly that Lachen loves being a bystander of. A love for the Green Bay Packers, Wisconsin, and woman's sports will forever keep them friends :) Maggie lives with her soon-to-be wife, Rebecca, in Chicago, IL,
Ellyn
Bridesmaid
Ellyn and Lachen met in Rugby! They first knew each other as teammates and then as roommates! They lived with each other for one year at 405 (the rugby house). Their friendship grew over house dinners, porch hangouts, Harry Potter marathons, and both being from small towns. Ellyn has the biggest heart and is one of the most genuine people you will ever meet, which makes her a great nurse with an impressive career at Mayo Clinic! Her and her boyfriend, Alec, recently bought a house in Rochester, MN and became puppy parents!
Samantha
Bridesmaid
Samantha and Lachen are high school besties! Although, one year apart in age, they have shared many, many memories! Cross country trips, small town secrets, college years, rugby, love and heartaches, and her getting MARRIED just to name a few. Samantha has always loved and supported Lachen over their many years of friendship. Her and her husband, Austin {Yes, another Men's Rugby player :) } have a new puppy and live in a suburb of St. Paul, MN.
Becca
Bridesmaid
Becca and Holly met through their mutual friend, Michael. Becca has the sweetest heart and will always be your "go-to" "down for anything" "I'll be there" friend. Holly and Becca share very similar lives from friends to white claws, dancing, laughing and LIFE OF THE PARTY! Holly and Lachen enjoy entering adulthood alongside Becca and her girlfriend, Maggie. Becca and Maggie live in Milwaukee, WI (although we want them to move to MSP) and are new puppy parents!
Courtney
Bridesmaid
Courtney and Lachen are first cousins, but got to grow up as friends in the same hometown AND grade! They played sports and went to HS dances together. Although they didn't always get along in their younger days, they have both grown to realize how special a relationship can be when family and friendship collide. Courtney brings the energy up when she enters the room and will always be your biggest cheerleader. She lives in Boscobel, WI with her fiancée, BJ!
Austin
Brother of Holly
Holly's little and only brother. Growing up the two of them didn't get along as well as their parents had hoped but, hey do any of them? Holly and Austin always had each other's backs, supported each other and loved each other. As the two of them grew into adulthood they grew into more than just siblings they grew into being really great friends. Austin and Keely are the best double date duo and a blast to have around when Holly and Lachen come home to visit. Austin and Holly love to give their mother a hard time and create so many memories and laughs. We are so lucky to have a brother who is so freakin' funny, kind, and hard working!
Keely
Sister-in-law of Holly
Keely came into our lives about 3 years ago when her and Austin started dating. She has been the best addition to the Edelburg family with so much heart, grace and laughter. Keely is always smiling, always interested in others lives and always giving the world's biggest hugs. Keely is an oncology nurse and, that in itself, says so much about her and her passion for helping and loving others. We can't wait for the day Keely becomes an "official" sister-in-law :)
Levi
Brother of Lachen
Levi has always been a role model for Lachen! He has always been the big brother type, letting her tag along to hangout with his friends, wear his football jersey in high school, and making her known as "Levi's little sister." Which trust her, has also followed her outside Boscobel and found her at random college parties and rugby games. So, it goes without saying that everyone who meets Levi is left with a memorable impression! He is a great dad and loving partner!
Summer
Sister-in-law of Lachen
Summer and Lachen knew each other in high school! They ran cross country and track together, but didn't really talk much! After Summer started dating Lachen's brother, Levi, their relationship went from acquaintances to allies! Summer has always been beyond supportive of Holly and Lachen and is the best addition to our family. Her and Levi live in Boscobel, WI with their two adorable kids, Easton and Everly, and have another baby on the way! We are so excited for baby #3!
Lucas
Brother of Lachen
Some may argue Lucas is the favorite child in the family, and if it's true, there is probably good reason! For as long as Lachen can remember Lucas has been a hard worker and has got into minimal trouble. He always goes above and beyond for those close to him. His big heart and funny jokes makes him easy to engage with! Lucas recently married his beautiful wife, and they live in Boscobel, WI with their 3 dogs.
Abby
Sister-in-law of Lachen
Abby and Lachen first met during a family gathering! Her and Lucas had been dating for a little bit, and the first thought Lachen had was, "Wow, Lucas is so happy!" Abby was another missing piece to our family, and we are so happy to have her! Recently, Lachen had the honor of standing up in their wedding as a Bridesmaid. I'm so excited to share these memories with you and make new ones in the future!
Vanessa
Sister of Lachen
Vanessa is Lachen's only sister! Lachen has always cherished her trips home, and couldn't wait to move to a "big" city one day like her! Vanessa gave Lachen her very first makeup set one year for Christmas, and Lachen would spend hours in her room practicing before she even knew what to do with it! Vanessa currently lives in Chicago, IL with her handsome dog, Capone. We are so happy she lives closer to WI, but would bet she misses the FL weather!
Boggie
Brother of Lachen
Boggie is the oldest of Lachen's 3 brothers! He knows how to have a good time and is the life of the party in any crowd! Boggie is guaranteed to make you laugh, and he can get quite competitive during Euchre games which makes family gatherings 100% better! Boggie is the newest member to the "Dad Club" with a beautiful baby girl, Kennedy.
Katie
Officiant
Deiss also known by her adult name of "Katie". Katie was another rugby friend of Holly and Lachen. Katie lives a life of passion, adventure and laughter. Let us explain. Katie always welcomed us with open arms to church, to a good bible session, and to talk about the wonderful man upstairs, God. She loves adventures, whether that be the mountains, lakes or a camping trip. Katie and her beautiful wife, Mara recently built a house in River Falls, WI. When one thinks of a warm soul, a down right good human and a bottle of sunshine, we think of KD.