Wedding Party
Amanda Lynch
Bridesmaid
Amanda is the most selfless person Melissa knows and she is beyond blessed to have her in her life and on her special day. Melissa would say “Amanda is her adult.” She looks up to her and her family tremendously. The friendship with Amanda blossomed through her mother, which whom Melissa worked with. They went to lunch one time and have been hitting milestones with each other ever since! Melissa also works with her husband, Joe, and He will be officiating the wedding, hopefully in this suit! (lol) Thanks for being here you two.
Amy Sweeney
Bridesmaid
I don’t think I even know where to start but in short; Amy is a very good friend of mine through the men in our lives. Her husband, Andy, and Alex worked together. The long version is: Amy is Melissa’s safe space and always makes her feel invited, and she is the smartest lady with TWO master’s degrees. What a powerful woman! Melissa and Alex have watched her become a new mom to her VERY smiley son, Elliot, who you all will see as the ring bearer. Amy simply creates the safest coziest space for anyone and she couldn’t be happier in this galaxy. Thanks for being here.
Kylie Garr
Bridesmaid
Kylie is my Melissa’s best friend. Kylie moved to Portland once and Melissa was devastated, but you bet she came to visit! Distance has never kept them apart and thank god for FaceTime. The daily calls grow their friendship just as close as the golden days when they were practically neighbors walking to each other’s house. Everyone knows her because I talk about her so dearly. You can’t miss her, she’s exciting, fun, and THE BEST COOK. Thanks for being here.
Kimberlee Bonapfel
Bridesmaid
Kimberlee (Kimmy) is a friend Melissa acquired through another dear friend of ours. Kimmy is so down to earth and the energy she puts off is so mystical, Melissa had to have her as a friend. Kimmy travels a lot for work,but when she’s home she’s with her cats or on to the next rock to climb. Melissa is fond of her kind heart and always being there. Thanks for being here.
Rachael Rensing
Bridesmaid
Rachael is Melissa’s best friend and a fan favorite to all. And if that’s all Melissa wrote about her, she would in fact let her live. But Melissa can’t put her in a few words so here are more than a few about Rachael: Kind Compassionate Caring Loyal Resourceful Athletic Trustworthy Lovely. Thanks for being here.
Samantha Bott
Bridesmaid
Melissa and Sam go way back possibly since 2010. And WOW have they seen each other go and grow in this life. And through it all they have been good friends. Sam has opened doors and friendships to her that she wouldn’t have been able to make without her. She’s made Melissa feel beautiful many times, being a hairstylist. She is someone Melissa would ask for fashion sense because to her she is the coolest dressed. Thanks for being here.
Andy Sweeney
Best Man
Andy knows Alex through work. They worked at the same place for a few years. Andy continues to be a wonderful friend to Alex, and Melissa, and is always there to help each other out. Thanks for be being here.
Eric Andres
Groomsman
Eric is Alex’s older brother by 9 years. He has been watching over Alex for many years. Time hasn’t skipped a beat between them. Eric has grown fond of Melissa and is so happy for the both of them. And Melissa is so excited to have an older brother too. Thanks for being here.
Charlie Walter
Groomsman
Charlie was first Melissa’s friend and now both her and Alex’s. Melissa made everyone get along so well that Charlie is basically their son. The weekends are usually spent with each other because we all get along great and the company never gets old. Thanks for being here
Mitch Neyer
Groomsman
Another Melissa friend! Melissa and Mitch worked together way back when at Hollywood Casino. They never got out of touch and when Alex came into the picture they clicked! They even went to the same college, same classes, and have the same degree. God’s timing wasn’t theirs, but Melissa’s was! They have so much in common and are the best of pals. Thanks for being here.
Chris Torres
Groomsman
There is nothing this man cannot do. He builds and creates quite literally anything. He travels and is athletic. He does Muay Thai and has accomplished a lot in life. Chris has been a very good friend to Alex and Melissa for many reasons but he is genuine wonderful person to all he meets. Thanks for being here.
Joe Flannery
Groomsman
Joe has been Alex’s friend for 11 years. They became instant friends at a party and the rest is history. They have celebrated many birthdays and have been there for each other on tough days. And watch out, Joe does magic tricks! Maybe he’ll have something up his sleeve. Thanks for being here.