Wedding Party
Abby Walling
Maid of Honor
Abby may have been a bit frustrated with my immediate attachment to her the day she was born. I was so excited to be a big sister and treated Abby like my own personal baby doll. Since that day, we've gone through everything together--from the days of our epic Little People games to being Boilermakers together, "BB" has been there for me through it all. One of my favorite things about Abby is that she is down to do anything--indulge Qdoba cravings, come to Marvel movie nights, drive to get fries too late at night...and get 10 parking tickets in 1 year! Abby never ceases to impress me--she is such a kind, peaceful, brilliant, and generous person, and I am so honored to have Abby (and her creative expertise) in my wedding party! I can't wait to have her stand by my side.
Andrew Feikes
Best Man
Feikes was the first close friend I made at Purdue, and he was the main reason Freshman year was a blast. Since then, we maintained a healthy bromance as roommates in Tark, friends, and brothers in Christ. Feikes also will be getting married this summer, and he is one of my biggest role models when it comes to maintaining a loving relationship and being a Christian man. I am blessed to have him in my life and as my Best Man. Favorite Memories: Booling
Charlotte Walling
Bridesmaid
I was just as excited for my baby sister to come into the world as I was my first sister. Since the day Charlotte was born, she has been one of the toughest and bravest people I have had the pleasure of knowing. I have so many fun memories with Char, but some of my favorites include co-starring in our famous Barbie video on YouTube, getting smacked at virtually every sport that exists, and giving massages for hours before one of us fell asleep. Charlotte embodies the "red-head spirit," and is concomitantly fierce and gentle. I love my little sister and would not trade her for the world. I am so thankful Charlotte will be by my side (even though her AP tests are right after the wedding) !!
Owen Rupp
Groomsman
Owen, another Tark man, holds a special place in my heart as the current Rager Man, a title I held for two years. Basically, the Rager Man plans all events for our Cru friends in our dorm on Friday nights, and Owen is my successor. He has a wild spirit and is an extremely loyal friend. Some of the first things you’ll notice about Owen are his huge muscles, the adventurous glint in his eyes, and his look of contentment when the people he loves are having a good time. I can’t wait to have Owen in our wedding party. Favorite Memory: Impromptu trip to Chicago during finals week
Amanda Waldbieser
Bridesmaid
I met Amanda sophomore year of college--a fellow pharmacy student, coffee enthusiast, travel partner, and woman of God. It feels like I've known Amanda forever because we've made so many memories together--from supporting each other throughout pharmacy school to going "house hopping" across the Midwest to road tripping to California, Amanda has been there for me so many times. Amanda is down to do anything, go anywhere, and find the beauty in any situation. She is always there for her friends-excited when you're excited, a shoulder to cry on when needed, and a voice of reason when you need advice. I could not imagine getting married without my "Da" standing beside me.
Trevor Flatter
Groomsman
Feikes and I had the pleasure of living with Trevor this past year, and it was an absolute blast! Trevor has a low-key sense of humor that is unlike anybody I’ve ever met, and we have a shared love for watching Marvel movies, eating chicken Tikki Masala, playing disc golf, harassing Feikes, and cramming as many people as possible into the Triple (our room). You should make it a priority to become friends with Trevor. Favorite Memories: Roommate Shenanigans
Aubrey Stolte
Bridesmaid
I met Aubrey in the bathroom my freshman year at Purdue, and since then, we have done pharmacy school together. When I tell people I love pharmacy school, they seem surprised; however, they don't have an "Ahbs" in their life, so their surprise is understandable. Nights studying together, trekking through the snow to office hours, getting ab workouts from laughing so hard, going out with our professor, and enjoying many a Lawson Lunch are some of my absolute favorite memories at Purdue. Aubrey has been with me since day 1 at Purdue, and I would not be the same person today without her. I wouldn't want to get married without this one by my side!
Casey Daleiden
Groomsman
Casey and I met during cross-country at Prospect, and we have been partners in crime ever since. Through all the Spikeball matches, cross-country races, games of Smash, home movies, and discussions within our friend group, he has always been my teammate. With unparalleled spontaneity, honesty, and humor, Casey knows how to have a great time, and I am super pumped to have him as one of my groomsmen! Favorite Memory: Montana
Payton Broshears
Bridesmaid
Payton was one of the first people I met when my family moved back to Indiana. Her mom coached our rec soccer team, and since then, I can't imagine my life without one of my very best friends. Every summer growing up consisted of making trampoline routines, recording Ken Doll Youtube videos (that have since reached 20k views...we're famous!!), swimming in Carson's pool, playing with foster kittens (that 2 have since become our cats), almost falling out the window playing "the bucket game," and making lots of forts in my backyard. While we have changed the routine a bit growing up, Payton and I always have a good time...no matter how long we go without seeing each other, when we do, it seems as if nothing has changed at all. Payton has been, and will always be, one of my closest friends.
Payton Reasoner
Groomsman
Payton, another Tark roommate of mine, is one of the most high-energy people on the planet. We became good friends by playing basketball, attending Friday Night Ragers, and bouncing crazy ideas off each other. He loves Whole Milk, Tark Man activities, Oreos, and Purdue Basketball. When all four of those elements are present, there is no doubt that Payton Reasoner is there making people smile. Favorite Memory: The Dirty Bubble (IM Basketball Team)
Haley Helstrom
Bridesmaid
I don't think I've met anyone in my entire life that is as positive, happy, generous, and courageous as Haley Helstrom. From the first day I met Haley at Longhorn Steakhouse, I knew we would become friends...and now, I get the pleasure of becoming her sister! Haley is someone that will always encourage you, empathize with you, and love you unconditionally. No matter where me and Haley are--at a picnic, coffee shop, hiking in Utah--we talk and laugh for hours. Haley won't admit it, but she's a crazy talented artist and the most empathetic nurse-to-be (and can turn a smoke alarm off so fast you'll miss her)!! I am so thankful God gave me another sister that gets to stand by me at my wedding :)
David Walling
Groomsman
I have a lot of awesome men in my life, but I’ve never had a brother! Enter Dave. Meredith’s youngest sibling is everything I imagined my brother would look like, and I am looking forward to a lifetime of dude time with this awesome young man. He shares my passion for college basketball, the NFL, golf, Spikeball, and second helpings at dinner. I can’t help but think I have won the in-law lottery. Favorite Memory: Elaborate Groomsmen proposal