Wedding Party
Dana DeRose
Matron of Honor
Dana is the absolute best big sister a girl could ever ask for. Growing up, I wanted nothing more than to be just like my big sis—and honestly, I still do! She’s the most beautiful person, inside and out, my biggest cheerleader, my favorite TikTok pen pal (yes, we send each other TikToks all day, every day), and the keeper of the best snack stash on the planet. Even though we’re total opposites—me, the loud extrovert; her, the calm and quiet introvert—she never fails to make me laugh with her perfectly timed, low-key humor. I’m truly blessed to have this beautiful soul by my side on one of the most special days of my life, standing with me as my Matron of Honor. Dana, thank you for always being my rock, my role model, and my lifelong best friend. Let’s make this day unforgettable (and maybe sneak a few snacks in your purse for later)
Kahlan DeRose
Maid of Honor
Kahlan is my Goddaughter, my niece, and basically the unofficial child I never had—major shoutout to my sister for doing the heavy lifting! Kahlan has the biggest heart, the most selfless soul, and she fiercely protects the people she loves… especially her Auntie. Honestly, she’s the overprotective one—I just provide the Starbucks and the unsolicited advice. Even though she’s 17 now, I still see her as that chubby-cheeked, chipmunk-voiced toddler I proudly turned into a Belieber. She’s been my sidekick through it all—from me totally embarrassing her dancing at the Shawn Mendes concert, to the time she thought I was getting arrested at The Chainsmokers show (spoiler: they just wanted to upgrade our seats), and of course, as my lifelong Jonas Brothers concert date. I genuinely can’t wait to crash all the college parties with her. Kahlan might be quiet, but don’t let that fool you—she’s razor-sharp, fiercely loyal, and fully capable of roasting you with a single look. Having her stand beside me as my Maid of Honor on the most special day of my life (well, second most—she insists the day she was born takes the top spot) means everything to me!
Kaycee Sakal
Bridesmaid
Who would’ve thought the girl I made cry in third grade—because she made us do plays and gave “science lessons” at the Science Tree during recess—would become my best friend of 26 years? Kaycee has been by my side through every season of life, and I’m so blessed to call her my honorary sister. We’re truly the definition of opposites attract—she’s the voice of reason to my chaos, the angel on my shoulder, and the calm to my storm. I’m constantly in awe of her relentless drive, fierce determination, and the way she tackles every goal with grit and grace. I thank God every day that I called the smartest girl in class for help with a crossword puzzle in 5th grade. The next day, I went to her softball game, we had dinner at The Patio—and she hasn’t been able to get rid of me since. I truly can’t imagine anyone more perfect to stand by my side and celebrate this next chapter. Kaycee, thank you for being my best friend, my rock, and my forever kindred spirit.
Stephanie Spaargaren
Bridesmaid
Even though Stephanie is my cousin, she’s always been more like a little sister to me! From our legendary sleepovers where we’d dress her up as Hilary Duff’s twin and film music videos to send to Ryan Seacrest—convinced he’d pick us to meet Hilary—to introducing her to only the classiest of music (yes, “Milkshake,” obviously), we’ve always been a dynamic duo. Whether we were screaming our lungs out at Jonas Brothers concerts, vibing to Post Malone, or belting it out with Kane Brown, we’ve covered all the musical bases. It’s no wonder we’re known as the hot messes of the family—always ready to bring the party. And now, I can’t wait to beat the beat up with the JWoww to my Snooki one more time… only this time, on the dance floor at the wedding!
Jillian Shebelski
Bridesmaid
Jillian is literally the only person who could convince me to go to a country music festival and camp (yes, OUTSIDE) for four whole days—and honestly, I’m so glad she did. Country Thunder has become one of the highlights of my year, and we’ve made some of our best memories there together. We first met as infant teachers in the Dali room and instantly clicked. From that moment on, Jillian became one of my closest friends—someone I trust, laugh with, and rely on through every season of life. If you know her, you know she’s something special. Her heart is selfless, her spirit is generous, and her smile is completely contagious. She’s been a steady, joyful presence through the beautiful and the tough times alike. She’s also one of the most responsible and motivated people I know—well, except for that one time we got locked in the hotel pool in St. Louis with our nieces! Jillian is my adventure buddy, my source of support, and someone I truly cherish. I’m so lucky to have her by my side on this journey—and on the big day!
Donnie Lynn
Best Man
Hi, I’m Donnie. I live in Northern Illinois and work as an engineer repairing movie theater equipment. In my spare time, I enjoy 3D printing and other creative projects. I first met Jon back in our college days in Southern Illinois, where we bonded over countless nights of watching TV and marathon sessions of Madden on the PS2. We started out flipping burgers together at a fast food restaurant, and later found ourselves reunited in the Chicagoland area, this time working side by side at a movie theater. It’s been an incredible privilege to watch Jon grow over the years—not just as a friend, but as a person. I’m truly honored to stand by his side today as he begins this exciting new chapter.
Paul Larsen
Groomsman
Hi! My name is Paul Larsen. I’m Noelle’s older—and only—brother, which means I’ve had my work cut out for me from day one. Like the time she came home from the Pride Parade and the only bread we had in the house was a hot dog bun. So, being the amazing big brother that I am, I placed it gently next to her nightstand so she’d have some carbs ready to soak up all that day drinking. That’s brotherly love, right there. I proudly hold the title of “the good child” in the family. I’m a diehard fan of the Chicago Wolves and Detroit Red Wings, and when I’m not watching hockey, I’m probably catching up on wrestling or whatever sports drama is unfolding that week.
Anthony DeRose
Groomsman
When I’m not heroically postponing my wife’s ever-growing honey-do list, you’ll find me on the soccer field coaching the next generation of legends, buried in a good book, or teaching my kids how to do wild things the smart way—because danger is just another word for "learning opportunity." Proud family man, low-key thrill-seeker, and pumped to stand beside the couple of the year! Go Cubs! F*ck the White Sox!!!
Brian Wrobel
Groomsman
I met Jon at SIU in Carbondale, and over the years, we bonded over the simple things in life—watching football, going to concerts, playing bar trivia, reading… and, of course, my ongoing search for a new flux capacitor so I can finally grab Grays Sports Almanac 1950–2000. You know, just everyday normal things. And speaking of everyday normal things—this is the part where I could break into "Everyday Normal Guy" by Jon Lajoie. I won’t sing it for you, but I’ll leave you with a few of my favorite lines, because they pretty much describe me: “When I go to the clubs, I wait in line, motherf*cker.” “I get nervous in social situations.” And my personal favorite—“I get scared when I go see the dentist!” So yeah, I’m basically the most everyday normal guy you’ll ever meet… which makes me the perfect groomsman for someone as extraordinary as Jon.
Ben Tucker
Groomsman
Benjamin Martin Tucker is on a never-ending quest to explore everything niche and neat in the world. An avid collector of retro video games and pro wrestling memorabilia, his love of professional hoarding is supplanted only by cooking for his wife. He is ready to help Jon on his path toward husbandry!