Steven Howard & McKenna Hines
Wedding Party
Lacey Haygood
Maid of Honor
Lacey J - cousin of the bride & my longest friendship! I am lucky because God blessed me with a best friend since birth! You are selfless & kind & sometimes needs to be reminded of what a blessing you are in my life. You always support my ambitions & give the best advice. I know you would drop anything to be by my side! Let's not even get started on how fricken hilarious you are... I've never laughed harder in my life than when I am with you! Be careful though, or we might just tinkle our panties. Haha! We have so many memories & look forward to many more! Road Trips, VIP, Granny’s, the Beacon, Roman’s, Country Jam, Route 91, Santa Barbara… Oh the places we will go! Thank you for standing by my side on my wedding day! ily, your cousin!
John Alder
Best Man
My little brother and my best man! The adventures, the experiences, the memories. So abundant there's too many to count, and still so many to go! Through thick and thin you have been there for me and for that I am eternally grateful. I have always admired your talents as an artist and craftsman, your drive and your natural and freakish capabilities. What a blessing you have been in my life, I think the world of you and I am proud to be your brother! I love you.
Caroline Brothers
Bridesmaid
Caro B - My Bess Fran! I’ve always been so thankful that our lockers just happened to be next to each other in High School. Both being the new girls in town, we instantly became friends! From choir to the swim team to young life to kitchen hair, tattoos,sneaking out, Mexico & ‘er thang - we were inseparable. Since then I’ve watched you grow & lean into who you really are. I am so proud of your success, tenacity, energy and ability to learn and set boundaries that are important to your soul. You’ve fought hard to protect that soul of yours and you continue to advocate for those you love! I have learned so much from your free spirit & I could not be more grateful for you always letting me sit with you - at the lunch table Frosh Year to now at my Wedding Table! I luff you! #liveyourlife -Ken
Casey Caniglia
Groomsman
My best friend, my conscience, mi amigo! You have been my voice of reason, steering me clear of so many bad decisions.. The good decisions are meager in comparison to all the "discretionary" decisions we've made together, but the memories that have unraveled from both good and bad, I wouldn't trade for the world! You have always challenged me to think from a different perspective, to open my mind and my heart, to be a better person. I would not be where I am today without your tough love and unfailing support.
Jamie Flanagan
Bridesmaid
Jme - My Best Ev! I’ve always looked up to you for your kind heart and your easy going personality. You & I hit it off from the very beginning at FMHS. I will always remember our Roosters Dinners, Spaghetti Night & The Bachelor at the Barn House, trips to Lake Powell & all of our Denver Shenanigans! Now we are both in the Momma Club & I could not be more proud to watch you mother Kinley in a way that is so true to who you are. Thank you for being a constant support in my life! You my friend, are the very best!! Love you! -Kenna
Micah Leonard
Groomsman
My longest best friend, my brother, my ride or die! We have been going strong for over three decades, growing up together, sharing families and countless memories, always feeding off each other. People have long associated Micah and Steven with trouble, and in large part they were right, but we have done a damn fine job of taking care of one another! You have always been there for me no matter what and I will always be here for you. The Good Lord and you, fire and gasoline, let's keep the memories going!
Larisa Bustamante
Bridesmaid
Rissa - my BFFL! We take it all the way back to 6th grade at Lied Middle School - you were my first friend after we moved to Las Vegas & I wouldn’t have wanted it any other way!! From the skate rink, to pool days, to Back Street Boys concerts, sneaking out to ding dong ditch, Maui Hawaii, Tattoos, Del Taco & Clubbing and all the things in between! You are always down for whatever wild and crazy thing we think up to do… Even if that means just hanging out all day. You were the first phone # I memorized and I will always cherish our late nights on the phone! You’ve always had my back and you’ll always have the other half of my heart 💔 Appreciate you supporting me on my special day!! Love you OXOX Love, Mickey
Josh Baker
Groomsman
My best friend, my cuddle buddy, my brotha from another mother! You have brought so much joy to my life, seeing you ALWAYS puts a smile on my face and warms my heart. Never have I ever consistently enjoyed time spent with someone more that you. You are my light in the darkness, an incredible compadre and one handsome devil. The inspiration you've provided throughout the years is unparalleled and your spirit is sublime! Keep on keepin' on my brother.
Jamie Soriano
Bridesmaid
Jamie Jam Bam! My first Sister-in-Law… I’ve had the pleasure of watching you grow into the woman you are… since you were just 16 years old. Playing match-maker almost 10 years ago when we encouraged you to give my little brother a chance! Now a decade later, we’ve grown close as sisters - from games nights, to late night drive-thru runs, to you being Renick’s Auntie, to listening to the cop scanners, lots of cooking nights on “Soriano Sliced”. Then the last few years where I’ve had the chance to watch you & Trenton get married & have a gorgeous baby girl of your own! I have absolutely loved watching you mother Gianna in the most tender way!! I was blessed to be able to stand by your side on your wedding day & now you’ll be there next to me, for mine! Thank you so much - I love you!!
Trenton Soriano
Groomsman
My newest brother! Meeting for the first time 11 years ago and then meeting again 9 years later, I have truly enjoyed getting to know you. Watching you evolve so rapidly, from becoming a husband and then a father, it has been an absolute joy and pleasure and I am thankful to have been a part of it. I love your wit and humor and always leave our time spent together with my cheeks hurting (literally). I truly appreciate you welcoming me into your family with open arms, including all the jabs. I am elated to call you "little brother" from this day forward, now and forever, until death do us part!
Renick Thies
Bride & Groom's Son
Renick, our boy! You’ve been so patient and open hearted to Steven & I’s journey. You are the third piece to our puzzle & we love you so much! We promise to always consider your feelings and your point of view. You are strong and kind and we are so excited to have you be such a special part of this celebration & day of LOVE! Walking your Mom down the aisle & standing up next to Steven!! You are just as much a part of this wedding day as the Bride & Groom!!
Dr. Bert Teskey
Officiant/ Grandfather of the Groom
We are so thankful to have Grandpa Bert join us in Holy Matrimony! To my Grandfather, You have been my hero and my idol for as long as I can remember. I could not have asked for a better role model in life. If not for you, I would not have the integrity and compassion that I do today. You have instilled kindness, thoughtfulness, perseverance and motivation throughout my life, and for that I am eternally grateful! Spending time with you has inspired me to be a better person, you opened my eyes to things I would have never seen without the guidance of a soul as pure as yours. WWBD- What Would Bert Do? This is a question my friends and I have posed in multiple situations through the years and it has never lead us astray (if only we had considered it more!).
Gianna Soriano
Flower Girl
Niece of the Bride
Hazel Bruhn
Flower Girl
Niece of the Groom
Ellyn Peterson
Greeter
Sister of the Groom
Taylar Renick
Greeter
Cousin of the Bride
Grady Bruhn
Ring Bearer
Nephew of the Groom