Wedding Party
Nicole Spier
Maid of Honor
We've been friends since I was a senior and she was a junior in high school. Soooo almost 11 years. In the more recent years when life has taken control of EVERYTHING we've only seen each other at big events/parties. I know that I can always rely on her to be there for me and lift me up when needed. I love her like a sister and at times treat her like one too, the good and the bad.
Jim Wickstrom
Best Man
Former step-father turned best friend. Married Joe's mother 20 years ago and even through the divorce they developed an incredibly close friendship that is still true to this day. He jokingly says that Joe was the best thing to come out of the marriage. We all know he's not joking.
Autumn Koehler
Bridesmaid
She's my little sister but in many aspects my bigger sister. I look up to her with a lot of things in life, her strong-will, free-spirit, her independence. Things that I don't handle too well but have come so natural to her. Her and I don't see eye to eye on many things and our short fuses get the best of us at times but we love each other none the less.
Adam Dolney
Groomsman
Met when Joe and Adam were kids and were pretty much inseparable growing up. After a few years of not talking, I contacted Adam and invited him over for them to catch up. We now get together at least once a month and it's like they never skipped a beat.
Livia Koehler
Bridesmaid
She's my littlest sister and also shares the same birthday. No, we are not twins, we are born 7 years apart. She has the biggest heart and her outlook on life could not be more positive despite personal setbacks. She's very articulate and shocks me with some of the words she says. Sometimes having to grab a dictionary or ask Joe what some of the words mean. We've had our ups and downs as have all siblings but no matter what she will always be my little sister and I will always love her.
Dennis Grengs
Groomsman
Jim's brother-in-law who's known Joe almost as long as Jim has. After multiple trips and spending countless weekends staying at Dennis' place they have developed a bond as strong as anyone he included in his side of the wedding party.
Annalisa Mattison
Bridesmaid
Annalisa is my older cousin. I don't have a bunch of 1st cousins like others may have. Only one, her. So growing up, before my sisters were born, she was my companion, my partner in crime. We would have countless sleepovers at the Lake Place where we would make up stories about the MAC and drive Grandma and Grandpa crazy. We would make extravagant barbie houses upstairs in the loft and make cookies until our stomachs couldn't handle anymore sugar. The bond we have is as close if not closer than some would have with siblings. I can always rely on her and her wisdom with whatever I need or is troubling me.
Isaiah Zimmerman
Groomsman
Joe and Isaiah met while working together. They initially bonded over obscure metal music which created a foundation that culminated in them recording and releasing a demo of music that they are both very proud of. Their personalities are one in the same and that has created a strong and everlasting friendship.
Jess "Jack" Munn
Bridesmaid
We've been friends for years, seen each other at parties, winstock, etc. Over the past couple years though, I feel like her and my friendship has grown. She'd come over with Brian and play cards against humanity with Joe and I. She has a huge heart and is so down to earth. Hates hugs but always lets me hug her. Even though she lives in Colorado now, I couldn't imagine not sharing this day with her.
Zach Bigot
Groomsman
Joe and Zach met while working at Dura Supreme. They cultivated a friendship built on great trust and loyalty. Over the next couple years they've only grown closer, bonding over many things ranging from video games to movies and everything in between. Joe can't imagine having his wedding without him in it.
Ali Anderson
Personal Attendant/Ring Bearer
This girl brightens up any room she enters. She's very protective and astonishingly very, very organized. Such a busy body with juggling school, work and personal life but still seems to make it all work. Did I mention super crafty? Oh and she's besties with the groom :)
Kali Tusler
Personal attendant/Flower Girl
Feels like I've known her forever. We've grown closer as friends over the years and I've seen her become the most wonderful mom and friend anyone could have. She is so beautiful inside and out and has the biggest heart. She is such a selfless person, putting family and friends first, and I feel so honored to have her as one of my very close friends.