Wedding Party

Elissa Koele

Bride

For those of you who don't know me (yet!), I grew up in Prescott, WI. I have two older brothers who have blessed me with two nieces and two nephews. I went to Carleton College in Northfield, MN for a Bachelor's of arts in psychology and neuroscience. I spent two years out east doing research for NIH before moving back to the midwest for PA school. I will be graduating my Master's Program of Physician Assistant Studies this January and am excited to begin my career. I enjoy running, reading, embroidering, and spending time doing anything and everything with Michael :)

Michael Louks

Groom

Hi! I'm the lucky guy that gets to marry this beautiful girl! Born and raised in southeaster Minnesota. I grew up with my older sister who now has two lovely children. I enjoy playing music and traveling in my free time. In 2018, I took time off from work to explore some of the most beautiful parts of our country for four months. My field of work is HR and I cannot wait to meet everyone and add more to my family!

Margaret Koele

Mother of the Bride

I have been blessed with three amazing children. My two sons are married to wonderful young ladies and have blessed me with two granddaughters, and two grandsons. I am excited to open our hearts and add another son to our family.  I am a license coordinator for the Minnesota Board of Firefighters and Education. I enjoy hiking, biking, traveling and enjoying each day God has blessed me with.  To my daughter: Never forget that I love you. Be brave, be bold and be beautiful. Do your best, keep you face to the sun and you cannot see the shadows.  Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass, it’s about learning to dance in the rain. Enjoy the ride and never forget your way back home. I didn’t give you the gift of life, life gave me the gift of you.  

Christopher Koele

Father of the Bride

I am the father of three, the youngest of whom is my beautiful daughter getting married. I have been in the trucking industry since 1985 and currently work for Nuss trucking equipment. I enjoy archery, fixing things, and motorcycle trips with my wonderful partner Pam. I am excited to welcome Michael to the family and meet more of his family.

Colleen Louks

Mother of the Groom

I have been blessed with two beautiful children. My daughter Tina is married to Rudy and they have two beautiful children Theo and Evelyn. I love seeing all the joy and happiness that Elissa has brought to Michael and our family. We can’t wait to have her as an official member of our family. I already love her and can’t wait to get to know her family, as they have raised such a beautiful person. I am a retired childcare provider. We recently made a big move to the country. I enjoy gardening, camping, crocheting and knitting and many other hobbies. My family means everything to me, I love them with all my heart. Michael you have brought us so much joy and I am so very proud of the man you have become. I can’t wait to see what life has to offer to you and Elissa.

Gary Louks

Father of the Groom

I have been married to my bride for 38 wonderful years and have worked for Strongwell the past 31 years. Tina and Michael are our children. Rudy and Tina have blessed us with two grandkids, Theo and Evelyn. I enjoy working on our little hobby farm that we acquired a year ago. We will be building a new home in the spring and should have a busy 2022. It has been a pleasure watching Michael grow into the man he is today. He lives life to the fullest and is not afraid of a new adventure. No challenge is too big for Michael and Elissa and they are going to compliment each other wonderfully in life.

Jenny Canon

Officiant

Heidi Keys

Wedding Planner