Nicole & Dean
Wedding Party
Amber Mesker
Bridesmaid
We were built in besties before we were even born! Her parents bought their first house across the street from my Grandparents (Frank the Tank & Judy) & it was fate that the Huth & Mesker’s were meant to be lifelong friends (more like family). Actually Amber and I thought we were blood cousins until the 3rd grade & I literally cried when my dad explained that Mark wasn’t his real brother. Amber has always been one of those friends that if I go a day, a month or months without talking we haven’t missed a beat. She truly brings out the best in me in the most positive, fun, healthy way. Our relationship thrives on humor, love & surrounding ourselves with very buff hot men. We’ve done our lives together, through diapers, family holidays in Pagosa, houseboat trips, 5 years as roommates in Denver in our 20’s and I’m honored to have her stand up by my side as I marry the man of my dreams.
Brad Hansen
Groomsman
Might be one of the most influential men to me in my life. Friends first and always, Brad has been the lighthouse I’ve always looked to for safe water. We first met as enlisted sailors on the same ship but our friendship extends far beyond the lifelines. Beers at the local pub on a Friday night we’re the norm. For some reason he had a two beer limit and I could never get him to stay out later or have that third beer. As much as I hated it, it respected him even more. Brad was there for a couple firsts in my life. At Steven’s Pass when I though snowboarding was cool, he persuaded me to try skiing and as you might have guessed, it was downhill from there. In that same weekend, he was also there for my first Seahawks game (yes, he bleeds blue as well). Step for step our careers have been nearly identical. Both were Search and Rescue swimmers (reference “The Guardian” with Ashton Kutcher here). In 2009, we submitted packages for an Officer commissioning program where only the strongest resumes prevailed. Fortunately, we both were selected to commission as Naval Officers. Sage beyond his years, Brad has always been the guy I’ve looked to for advice. From discussing professional milestones or financial wisdom, Brad has been my most trusted crutch. The impact he has made for me in my life cannot be understated. Fun fact - Brad declined the Surface Warfare Officer option and now is a Naval Aviator that flies helicopters
Dakota Kirby
Groomsman
The bond that we share is thicker than blood. Blood? Yes, it may not look like it but Dakota and I are half brothers. I’ve never used the term “half” when referring to this man. We’ve been through the highest of highs and darkest of lows as children and I would confidently say that I wouldn’t be the man I am today with this guy in my life. As children, we’ve been through everything together. From foster care to adoption and into adulthood, Dakota had been my ride or die. We’ve looked out for each other just when we through the world was against us. Time and distance will never separate us. One of our favorite things to do is breakfast on a Sunday morning at the local diner. After being in the military for more than 18 years every time we see each other we pick right up we’re we left off. What’s unique about Dakota is his empathy for others. He’s definitely has experienced struggles in his life yet he will literally take the shirt off his back to help someone else. He truly has a heart gold and I am proud to call him my brother! Dakota has certainly made a tremendous impact in my life and I am proud to have this guy next to my side on my biggest day. Fun fact - Dakota custom builds fishing rods and has done so for over 8 years!
Grant Betrix
Officiant
Dear Grant, We could tell you 1 billion thank you’s in every language in the world and it would never be enough. We are sure the initial intentions were to just set us up for a fun weekend as 2 rad hot single people, but we believe deep down you knew it could be magic (if Dean could get his shit together). Haha! Well he did and we are not only the most perfectly matched pair, but we are also the happiest we have ever been in our lives and we know we were meant to be together. To put it simply there would not be an us without you and we are forever in debt to you for arguably the best matchmaking job of your life. You are a very important part of our love story and we cherish your friendship like family. We couldn’t imagine a more fitting person to marry us than the person who brought us together!
Janelle Castillo
Bridesmaid
Day one of college sorority rush at ASU, August 2006. Five thousand freshman girls going through this crazy experience & I’m so thankful that no one’s last name was in between ours. They organized the entire event alphabetically, Jaramillo & Huth. We were meant to be! We were suitemates at the Pi Phi house & then roommates off campus. Janelle has been a sounding board, a cheerleader, a calming consistent old soul in my life for many years. She’s wise beyond her years & has always felt like the ying to my yang. I was the Maid of Honor at her & Mackenzie’s wedding years ago & I’m very honored to be the God Mother to their oldest Daughter, Chloe. The Castillo’s & Jaramillo’s have been like a second family to me from day one. Vacations, holidays, countless trips to Coronado & Las Vegas, the good times keep rolling. I’m very excited to have Janelle here right by my side as we officially add Dean to our three-wheeling crew!
Nadia Hamilton
Bridesmaid
When I relocated to San Diego from Denver in 2013 it was to take over Geoff’s (Nadia’s husbands) position at Luscombe as he was getting promoted. We spent 6 weeks training & I immediately knew we were going to be pals. And then I met Nadia…and Geoff was chop liver. Just kidding! The Hamilton’s have been family since day one. Countless dinners out, river trips, weekend adventures, Marriott stays. Never a shortage of amazing wine and food, belly laughs and usually some apologizing to those around us because of Geoff and Dean’s volume level when they are together. Nadia has been my rock, a safe place, a workout buddy, and an all-around positive force in my life. Our shared faith in God & relentless pursuits of becoming the best versions of our selves is why she is my true soul sister. I wouldn’t be the woman I am today without her by my side helping me navigate through the ups and downs of the last decade. I can’t wait to have her kind, funny, spicy self stand up there next to me on the most important day of my life.
Shane Macedo
Groomsman
Shane, Shane Mon or simply “Bub” has been someone 4 years junior to me that I’ve always looked up to. We first met as division officers in USS RAMAGE (DDG 61) in early 2013. My first day on the ship, all of the first tour division officers were being reprimanded for sub par cleanliness in our berthing area. Shane was the only one to stick up for me and shield me from the wrath of the Executive Officer. Not only would he step out in front of a freight train for me, he would also put me in his cross hairs. After I made an off handed comment in public, he pulled my to side for a one way conversation and “re-calibrated” me. From wrestling in the streets of Chania, Greece (while trying to make it back before liberty expiration) or on the bridge of one of the most lethal warships to sail the seas, Shane will stop at nothing to assert his dominance. Dominant is a great word to describe Shane. From being a successful Naval Officer that has since transitioned into the corporate world, his mantra “hitters gonna hit” has been resolute. Shane is a hitter. After entering the corporate arena, he struggled his first few years but his dominate persona has built a reputation that’s well respected. His will and determination to succeed in every facet of life inspires me daily. In our off time, we’re usually hanging out in our micro friend groups sizing each other up or even breaking coffee tables. Fun fact - Shane will prefer to stay in bed 12+ hours any given weekend with his dogs