Lauren & Zach
Wedding Party
Max Azar
Best Man
Max and I met at LCS way back in kindergarten but never became super close until high school. We lifted together almost every day before basketball practice, and still make sure to lift together as much as possible. When both of my parents were working, he was the one who volunteered to drive me all the way to Texas to move me into college. I know I can always count on him for any favor. He was even the one who helped put together the whole proposal. There’s no one else I’d rather have stand by my side for this special day.
Ellie Tradup
Maid of Honor
I met Ellie my freshman year of college on the equestrian team (and as my suite-mate), and we have been inseparable ever since. We quickly bonded over our love for horses, Mexican food, and a good adventure. She has been a constant over the last four years and will be for the rest of my life. She continues to keep me grounded in my faith and create a stronger relationship with God. She is my go-to gal and knows me better than I know myself. I know wherever life takes me, I can count on her. I could not imagine my wedding day without her by my side!
Austin Fineberg
Groomsman
I actually knew Austin before I met Lauren as he went to LCS before she did. Since he was a few years older, we never talked much until Lauren and I started dating. Neither one of us are very loud and outgoing, so it took some time to get to know each other. But now that we’ve spent lots of time on vacations together, I know Austin is going to be that big brother I can lean on that I never had growing up. He always knows how to make me laugh and is always down for a good time.
Miranda Kimball
Matron of Honor
Miranda has been a built-in best friend since the day I was born. Despite the fact that we have always lived across the country from each other, we have never drifted apart. Every day spent with her is a brand new adventure. Memories from exploring the storm drain behind her house, making music videos in our bedrooms, finding mannequins to scare her with, and wandering the cruise ship late at night are some that I will never forget. Now that we live in the same state, I can't wait to see what adventures are to come!
Colten Thorne
Groomsman
Colten and I met in middle school jazz band. Even though we didn’t know each other, we were forced to sit next to each other since we both played saxophone. We became even closer through band and sports in high school. I can’t even count the hours we spent playing The Pool Game (if you know, you know) in his pool over the summers. Anyone that knows Colten knows he’s one of the sweetest and most genuine guys you’ll ever meet.
Alaina Hellenberg
Bridesmaid
I have known Alaina since we were cute little four year olds in kinder-fox care. We grew up spending so much time together that I don't remember a single holiday, summer, or weekend of my childhood without her in it. Whether we were watching Scooby Doo on the way to the cabin, playing "spook me" in the basement, or dressing up Koda, we always had a great time. She is one of my best friends and someone that I know will always be there for me if I ever need a shoulder to lean on.
Graham Cochran
Groomsman
Graham and I got automatically paired up as roommates our freshman year in college. We didn’t know a single thing about each other, so to say we were both worried was an understatement. Somehow, we got lucky enough to find a roommate that we wanted to room with for the entirety of college. Over those 4 years, we watched countless hours of sports, had many one-sided political debates, played many rematches on 2k, and fought a total of 0 times.
Amanda Betsch
Bridesmaid
Amanda has been one of my very best friends since sophomore year of high school. We quickly bonded over being the new girls at school, and once we found out that we were neighbors, we were together everyday after that. We have spent countless hours binge watching Disney movies, playing Mario Party 8, making no-bake cookies, and passing notes in class. She is the best listener and one of the most fun people I have ever met. Everything we do together turns into a party! She is my rock and I know that she will always be there no matter where life takes us.
Kenneth Hannan
Groomsman
Kenny and I actually never talked from 1st grade up until 4th grade when we quickly became best friends. Our first memory together was making a group presentation on the country of Germany while wearing aprons that said “Kiss me, I’m German.” We went on to make many unforgettable memories in middle/high school, including the countless hours spent playing video games until two in the morning. Kenny may make up some excuse to avoid going to the gym, but I know he’ll move anything to ball with the boys.
Grace Gunlikson
Bridesmaid
I met Grace my sophomore year of high school and she has been one of my best friends ever since. I will forever cherish our endless memories of sleepovers, late night hot tub talks, haunted hotel tours, and road trips to basketball games. Grace is the type of person that I can talk to about anything and never feel judgment. She is one of the most genuine and down-to-earth people that I know. She is a light and makes everyone smile when she walks in the room. I know that I can always count on her and know that she will be there for me for the rest of my life.
Michael Doan
Groomsman
I can’t remember when exactly I met Mike for the first time, but the only reason I met him is because he was Max’s neighbor. We weren't super close at first, but as we started hanging out more and more in high school, we bonded over sports, working out, and eating the best Korean bbq in CO. He always knows how to read the room and make sure everyone is having a great time. Mike will do anything for the boys, and I know I can count on him to help out whenever.
Taylor Rogers
Bridesmaid
Taylor is Zach's older sister and my future sister-in-law. We have bonded over the last six years and I am ecstatic to finally be gaining the sister that I never had! There have been so many fun memories spent together, whether it was snorkeling in the Dominican Republic, celebrating and dancing the night away on her wedding day, bonding over "exciting" medical procedures, or playing countless hours of games on the switch. I know that Taylor is someone I will always be able to look up to as a friend, and as a sister.