Alex & Matt
Wedding Party
Geoff Miller
Best Man
Geoff is the best big brother that Matt could have asked for. He's got a good head on his shoulders, and he gives his best at whatever he puts his mind to. Geoff has always been someone that has supported Matt and has always found a way to provide hope and happiness to Matt through his biggest struggles. He's a living testament to how strong a person can be. He's a very optimistic guy, and he seems to bring laughter along with him wherever he goes.
Karen Marlowe
Matron of Honor
Passionate educator, insatiable adventurer, BFF. It is fitting that the first thing Karen and I did together was drive a 12-passenger van across the country to volunteer at Operation Breakthrough, an organization that supports children in poverty by providing resources, education, and a safe, warm environment. Karen is a top notch human, my A1 since day one, and the best friend a girl could ask for.
Chris Byorth
Groomsman
Chris is one of Matt's oldest friends. They've known each other since grade school through sports, and became best friends through baseball in high school. A lot of time together was spent hanging out at the bowling alley (and by hanging out at the bowling alley I mean Chris would work while Matt bowled for free), spending some time on the golf course, and having late nights playing video games. He's a man who always puts others before himself.
Brittany Wolf
Maid of Honor
Bessssfran. Sister. Traveler. Brittany and I met while pledging our sorority at Ohio State, but the real friendship began post-grad. Over the years we've enjoyed countless road trips, country songs, bud lights, gel manicures, line dances at Nyoh's, Halloweens at the Bay, visits to away football games, and far more McDonalds than either of us would care to admit.
Evan Bunner
Groomsman
Evan is another old high school friend of Matt's. They've spent a lot of their free time hanging out and listening to music on stereos that Evan built in his spare time or driving around town in Evan's Civic, a few times in the Mustang and even a couple times in the Monte Carlo. Sometimes fireworks were involved in these road trips. Since he graduated from OSU, Evan has spent some time working in Detroit before moving to Germany. Evan's gotten to show Matt around in Koln, and to introduce him to some of his favorite spots there. He's been a great friend to Matt throughout the years. He's a quality guy, that's always looking for the next laugh.
Kiersten McCartney
Bridesmaid
Passionate. Enthusiastic. Fearlessly optimistic. The KMAC to my AMAC. One of my favorite humans. Kiersten and I have wandered alleyways in Venice talking with Europeans about how she is (distantly) related to Paul McCartney. We've also wandered the halls of the Ohio Union, crying and witnessing the first time BuckeyeThon hit the 7-figure fundraising mark. Kiersten will change the world with her big heart and even bigger ideas. She is truly a blessing in my life.
Zach Werner
Groomsman
Zach and Matt have been friends since their days in undergrad at Ohio Dominican University. Zach started at ODU following his service in the Marines, and they became friends through Chemistry and Calculus. They've helped each other with classwork and have tutored each other when they needed it most. Zach and Matt have spent way too much of their time playing ping pong on an old dining room table. He has been through eight years of schooling to become a doctor, and has worked hard to get where he is today. Zach loves to learn, but he also loves to help other people. Zach is an outstanding man, and has been a great friend to Matt.
Kim Burns
Bridesmaid
Work wife. Crossfitter. Philanthropist. Dublin neigh-neigh. Smarty pants. Helped me understand the phrase "idk what I'd do without you." When Kim isn't power cleaning a barbell or designing plumbing layouts, she volunteers her time as a member of the Junior League and coordinates events for kids like collecting donated backpacks. Kim is a true gem and I am so lucky to live near, work with, workout, shop, laugh, and dream with someone as amazing as Kimber.
Emerson
Ring Bearer
Emerson is the son of Dave and Danielle and Alex's Godson. Goes by the alias Recyclops. He is a bright young man and such a joy to be around.
Samantha Pritchard
Bridesmaid
Ambitious. Compassionate. Kindred Spirit. Cat mom. You've probably heard how Samantha and I met because it's my favorite story to tell. I know our paths crossed intentionally and I'm so grateful for that day sharing margaritas on a patio, which led to the famous buffalo chicken dip, and as they say, the rest is history. Samantha is a constant, steady presence in my life who (unfortunately) shares a few too many things in common with me. I am grateful I get to do life with her by my side, especially on January 18th.
Evelyn
Flower Girl
Evelyn is Emerson's younger sister. She is a total riot and will likely steal the show. This fireball has a lot of stubborn in her, and I know she will go big places in this world. Honored to have her as part of our special day.
Bethany Stephens
Bridesmaid
Genuine. Supportive. Kind. A Jane of all trades. Bethany is the ride or die I didn't know I needed. I met Bethany through Karen and the three of us, along with Samantha, have become the friends I always dreamed of having. Bethany is someone you want in your corner, and I feel so lucky to have her in mine.