Wedding Party
Arielle Wooten
Matron of Honor
The bride's sister and lifelong best friend. There is no one else the bride would want next to her on this big day.
Mathias Ward
Best Man
Ten years ago during a college orientation week game of dodge ball Mathias and Matt formed their friendship. They were part of the inseparable tres amigos freshman year with fellow dodge ball enthusiast Kate. Together they spent college attending football games, and classes. They became roommates their Junior year at the 610 house where they would live until Matt graduated. After graduation Matt moved to Seattle, Mathias would follow a year later after completing his MBA, they again became roommates living in the penthouse suite of the Interbay apartments. Favorite memories, 10 plates each at the zoo, nights at the VIP room of the 6, work outs and biking in WA, campsites and music at the gorge.
Jessica Turakhia
Bridesmaid
The bride's longest friendship and "adopted" sister. Their relationship has remained strong despite the passage of time and 1,000+ miles between them.
Kyle Mcgowen
Groomsman
Kyle and Matt grew up down the street from each other. in 5th grade Kyle was already 6 feet tall, during a recess game of football Kyle would snap Matt's wrist forever bonding them together. In high school they formed a formidable and unstoppable DECA team winning state in 6 different events over 2 years which carried them to vacations in Atlanta and Orlando. Favorite memories: sneaking onto the field at Griz football games in elementary school, meeting up at the usual park for cigars and multiple years of Sasquatch at the beautiful gorge where Kyle's own it attitude would often sneak Matt into VIP places. Special shout out to Taylor who is Kyle's better half whose been with us both every step of the way since elementary school.
Claire Whitmer
Bridesmaid
A good friend and mentor of the bride. Leanne's first friend after moving to Seattle. The two have formed a strong relationship revolving around sours, coffee, and grilled cheese sandwiches.
Elijah Suko
Groomsman
Lij and Matt are kindred spirits, they live by the code of YOLO and together would spend their days biking, and exploring the beauty of nature. A shared love for music led us to attend dozens of festivals and concerts all over Seattle and Washington. Favorite memories: chasing experiences, our 2.5 year hot yoga phase, freak night one, skiing in Canada and endless hours of what ever video game.
Reannon Crider
Bridesmaid
A good friend and previous roommate of the bride, college friend of the groom. Although originally a good friend of Matt's, Leanne and Reannon have formed a strong friendship in Arizona while drinking wine on the patio and conversing about their love for all things four legged and furry.
Ian Ward
Groomsman
Ian is the older brother i never had. We met during family weekend at University of Montana 2008 where he was visiting Mr Mathias. Whether we're walking 5 miles through the rain to the river after Ian's annual Christmas party or carrying each other through the streets of Reykjavik Iceland Ian is always there to bring the style and conversation. Ian is best known for forming the group traditions. Favorite memories: The annual Christmas walk, detective Ian in Canada, Portland putting Lij under a table, Golden Circle Iceland and our political/social debates.
Marin Hummel
Bridesmaid
A good friend and previous roommate of the bride, Marin took Leanne in when she had no place to live in the big city. The two enjoy Kim Crawford, roommate night dinners, and all things golden retriever.
Neal Liu
Groomsman
Matt and Neal met at Xerox in 2013. As huge nerds they bonded immediately over video games and dark senses of humor. Neal introduced Matt to the most wonderful weekend brunch activity (DIM SUM) where Neal was always in charge of ordering. Neal had been living in Seattle longer so he became the tour guide, we would spend our weekends zipping around in Neal's little white car. Favorite memories: First time eating dim sum, board games, Renaissance Fair, guns in the mountains and competitive video gaming.
Becky Pham
Bridesmaid
A good friend of the bride introduced to her through the groom. The two bonded being the "girlfriends" and now Leanne cannot wait to show Becky Arizona and have her stand up next to her in front of friends and family.
Connor Smith
Groomsman
Connor and Matt met in college, their competitive spirits led them to form the Inter-mural sports team "Fat Kids are Harder to Kidnap" which dominated the competition in Football, Volleyball, Water Polo and Dodge ball. Favorite memories include 3am Montana ice river swimming, and summer nights at the Gorge enjoying the sweet sounds of EDM.
Brinley Wooten
Flower Girl
Adorable niece of the happy couple. Coming in at only 2 years old, Brinley will show off her talents by leading the bride down the isle on her big day. She's one smart cookie with a face to melt hearts.
Jaxon Wooten
Ring Bearer
Adorable nephew of the happy couple. There is no one better to entrust with the rings. He's adorable and charming and ready to shine on the big day.