Matthew & Kordelia
Wedding Party
Kaitlyn Staley
Bridesmaid
She is number four of us seven girls. Kaitlyn has always been my go-to when I need advice or just someone to listen to my never-ending rants. She has always had a huge heart for God and is my continual inspiration to follow the calling Christ has laid on my life, even when it’s scary. She enjoys photography and is very good at it. She is so determined and passionate about her work as a photographer, and it shows. So not only will she be standing next to me as I say “I do” to my best friend, she will also be helping to capture some of the beautiful moments of the evening.
Daniel Trayter
Groomsman
He is my older brother whom I've known since my first breath. He will have his associates degree in business and working towards starting/running a business of his own one day. He is passionate about many things, but politics is high on his list and hopefully soon we will start or have already started a podcast about all the injustices going on today and being neglected by politicians we have elected in this great country of the USA. I have many good memories with this awesome man. He would beat me up while we would wrestle WWE style and eat potato chips out of my hair, but my favorite part about Dan that I love so much is how strong he is for our family. When you have a rough day he is there to hold you tight. He also likes long walks on the beach. (Wink, wink)
Kamryn Staley
Bridesmaid
Kamryn is number six of us seven girls, and she is a spunk! I spoiled Kamryn a lot as a kid. She was the youngest for 7 years before Kalista came along so that was plenty of time for me to mollycoddle her. She has never lost that place in my heart, even though she has grown up and doesn’t need me anymore. My favorite thing about Kamryn is that she is so unapologetic about being herself. She doesn’t care what her sisters have done or what her friends are doing, she is herself and proud of it. She has a fantastic personality. Kamryn is currently in high school participating in basketball, volleyball, and 4-H.
Jacob Trayter
Groomsman
He is my ornery little brother, but he is a cool little guy. We have done so much together while growing up. We have shared clothes, we have shared a room for years, we have been on an almost undefeated flag football team, we have wrestled together in JAWS and high school. He has also played with me for a couple games of baseball. He is in it to win it in all that he does. He has inspired me to work hard because we are competitive. He has inspired me by seeing his dedication with his weightlifting journey. He has become stronger in so many ways. Jacob has his associates degree in business. There are no boring moments with Jake. He has done many amazing things in his life and there are many more things to come. I am blessed to call him my friend and my brother for life.
Klarissa Staley
Bridesmaid
My twin, and number three of us seven girls. The first thing I thought of when writing about her was how thankful I am for her. I have always hated being alone, but with her I never had to be. I am sure it has bothered her a lot over our lives, but she never complained. She has always been my partner in crime. There was this one time we teamed up to go sneak candy from the kitchen in the middle of the night. One of us distracted my parents while the other snuck into the kitchen, we were never caught. The very next night her and I snuck into the bathroom by Kiley’s room, with that same candy, to hear her and dad’s “boy talk”. Some of my favorite memories are with and because of her. She has been so selfless and giving in my life. Right now she is working at Jalapeños and on her farm.
Zach McMillan
Groomsman
He is my big little cousin. Little in age, but big in size. We sometimes get confused between which one is which because we kind of look alike. He is really funny if you get to know him then you would know why. He is adventurous and a thrill seeker. He is also athletic from wrestling to swimming. He has a younger brother named Zane. Zach recently graduated from Shelby High School and the Pioneer Career Center with some construction under his belt. He wants to make tiny modular homes one day and maybe start a business with it. I love how spontaneous he is and how funny he is. He is also understanding himself more and realizing there is so much more good to life. Zach is my little big cousin, my friend and he has a special place in my heart.
Katrina Staley
Bridesmaid
Katrina is number five of us seven girls. Katrina is normally a very quiet person, but you get her one-on-one you will never find a better conversationist. She is so passionate and intelligent about her faith and the Bible. She has always been my go-to if I ever had questions about what I was reading or wanted a second opinion. Mainly because I know she has already read it and dug into what it might mean. Katrina is a sweetheart, who would never hurt a fly, she is a great care giver and a great listener. She also burps like a boss, truly I’ve never met anyone who can out-do her. That has brought many laughs to our family and embarrassment to our mom. Right now she is working at Sarah Sweets and is engaged to Jacob Kunkleman. She will be getting married in October.
Collin Snay
Groomsman
We have been best friends since kindergarten. We have laughed during class and got in trouble. We have played two hand tap football during recess, and ran from girls because they had cooties. We have stayed at each others houses and stayed up late telling scary stories, or ding dong ditching. We have played in the town creek and rode our bikes everywhere. We have had our ups and downs in our relationship like that one time I mustached you during basketball and you freaked out and left the game. We haven't agreed eye to eye on a lot of stuff, but that's what made us respect each other more. He is hilarious. His humor is like nothing I've seen before. He can make me laugh even when I don't want to smile. Collin currently works at Collins Wholesale selling cars and becoming a business owner.
Kiley Staley
Bridesmaid
She is number one of us seven girls. Kiley is my only older sister, and the person I attribute a lot of my personality to. She has made me a stronger person and a much more competitive one as well. To me, winning didn’t count unless it was against her. I’ve loved having an older sister, someone to keep me humble and beat me up but also someone to never let anyone else do it to me. Kiley is fun, loving, and passionate in everything she believes in. She is currently going to OCU to be a teacher and is engaged to Zach Savino. She is enjoying playing tennis there, a very new, but exciting journey that she has gotten to share with her new friends and loving fiance.
Austin Harrison
Groom
I know Austin ever since kindergarten. We grew up playing city baseball together and he was my catcher when I would pitch that game. He was a crazy kid and he still is today. We grew up staying at each others houses and we would act like WWE wrestlers fighting each other. When we would have a baseball game he lived for the moments of getting on base and running like a mad man until he made it to home base. Getting caught in a pickle was the goal in his mind. I also remember Austin, Mason, Collin and I would hangout walking around town and he was the kid who would always pull out a little debbie out of his pocket and just eat away. He works in a factory and has a girlfriend named Sam. He has always been a good friend to me, and it is a great time spending time with him.
Tanner Zwiebel
Bridesmaid
Tanner is one of my many cousins and she is basically Kaitlyn and Katrina's triplet because they were born on the same day. In turn that means she has been around the house quite a bit. Between all of the birthday parties and holidays I got to watch her grow up into such a wonderful women of God. Tanner is such a joy to be around. Recently I've gotten to spend more time with her one on one, and her heart is so pure and sweet. She is the cousin and friend everybody wishes they had. She just graduated high school and is going to go to college for radiology. She loves riding and competing with her horse, and spending time with her boyfriend Andrew. Tanner I feel so blessed to have you stand with me on the big day.
Mason Wrobel
Groomsman
This is Mason. We go back ever since 5th grade. We have some great childhood memories together. From playing football during recess, walking to each others houses after school to hangout, and having 2K basketball tournaments on the Xbox. I remember all the times we went to the creek and had air soft wars in the woods. We camped out in a fort we made and traveled through the woods having random conversations. We did everything together. He is funny, easy going, and holds his own character and doesn't care what you think of him. He has a girlfriend named Angel and he works at MVD sports. Thank you for being my friend and although we live our different lives I am thankful to have you be by my side.
Tara Cooper
Bridesmaid
Tara is one of my best friends, I met Tara at Apollo Career Center. We were both in early childhood education. Our friendship started out with just “Hi’s” and “Hello’s” in the hallway, until we went to Nationals for the FCCLA competition. That’s when we began getting closer. After that we went to church camp together where she accepted Jesus into her life. To see the physical change from dark to light, sad to happy was the coolest thing I’ve ever witnessed. That has got to be my favorite memory with Tara. From all our memories of school, two trips to Georgia, camp, rock the lake, cedar point trips, pond swims, and late-night talks in the car I can honestly say she has been the truest friend to me. We can be apart for months at a time and still talk as if we were together yesterday.
Caleb Williams
Groomsman
We met in the summer of 2016 at Ryan Beeson's Teen Week. Jacob and I were in the same cabin with Caleb and many other great kids. We were the new kids at the camp, but Caleb, David, Jarod, and Morgan just accepted Jake and I as their own. We had a blast from playing in volleyball tournaments to wrestling outside, to flexing out until we couldn't flex no more. Caleb has no fear of what people think of him. He would walk around naked without a care. When I seen him in his birthday suit I knew we had to be friends (no homo). He is currently attending Bowling Green State University, and his heart is for God and others. He just got engaged before me and motivated me to put a ring on Kordelia. He introduced me to the woman I'm about to marry, so he is a big blessing to my life.
Kalista Staley
Flower Girl
She is number seven of us seven girls. Kalista is my baby, my princess, my very best friend. She is such a drama queen and acts way too old for her age, but I guess that is what you get being the youngest of seven girls. She is the funniest and most demanding little girl I’ve ever met and I love her all the more for it. When I come home from work she is always the smiling face I am looking for, and when I am having a bad day she is the hug and kind heart I need. She is about to start second grade and loves doing gymnastics. Kalista is a very athletic young lady and will someday give me a run for my money on the basketball court.
Ruby Pavelko
Flower Girl
Ruby is the daughter of Tia Triesler and John Pavelko, the granddaughter of Fred and Bonnie Triesler, Matthew's cousin. She is a precious, chubby cheeked princess who loves books. We are very happy to have this sweet girl in our wedding. She is coming all the way from Connecticut to be one cute addition to this special day we will all remember. We love you Ruby.
Wesley & Waylon Green
Ring Bearer
These precious little boys are the sons of Michael and Rachel Green, Kordelia’s youth pastor and his wife. They were adopted back in December of 2020 and we have loved watching these boys grow up ever since the day we met them. They both love books and their siblings. Wesley has such a kind heart and Waylon is so funny. We are so excited to have them play a role in our wedding.