Wedding Party
Steven Leopold
Best Man
Steven and I met at Wright State, where we quickly realized we were essentially the same person. Beyond sharing the same values, he has been a constant source of support through every high and low. I couldn’t imagine standing at the altar without him by my side. Fun Fact: We’re currently saving up for our retirement hobby: buying a stunt plane and performing synchronized aerobatics. Watch the skies in 2060!
Maija Tolkkinen
Maid of Honor
Maija is my sister and one of my bridesmaids. She is incredibly sweet, very much like me, and truly a ball of energy. She has a quirky personality and loves to spend her free time painting or reading. She also enjoys a good girls’ day at the beach and making the most of every moment with the people she loves. Fun fact: Maija has the most infectious laugh
Daniel William
Groomsman
Daniel and I met through the Rock Campus Fellowship at Grace Christian Fellowship, and the connection was instant. He’s easily the most joyful person in any room and his energy is contagious. We’ve been inseparable since our first legendary thrift haul at Village Discount.Fun Fact: He’s the "Bruce Wayne" of our group, if Bruce Wayne ditched the Batsuit for high-end thrift finds. Easily the best-dressed man in the room.
Katy Rich
Bridesmaid
Katy and I met during my freshman year at university when we were in the same group in Chi Alpha. She has been my friend for years now and is truly like a sister to me. Katy has been a wonderful Christian influence in my life and is such an honest and genuine friend. We were roommates for two years and made some of the best memories together. Fun fact: her favorite food is green beans
Benett McEven
Groomsman
Benett and I met while working for Campus Recreation at Wright State. He started out as my supervisor for intramural games, but we quickly realized our connection went way beyond the job. He’s been a mentor and a lifelong friend ever since we first stepped onto the courts together. Fun Fact: Ask him about his royal title. He doesn’t just drink seltzers; he rules over them with an iron fist as the undisputed Seltzer King.
Tererra Hellman
Bridesmaid
Tererra and were roommates, but quickly became friends. Tererra is a genuine friend who will listen to the longest stories, be there through the good and bad days, and has the funniest stories to share. I really enjoy the late night conversations at 3 in the morning, discussing the most interesting topics. She is a genuine friend and she is a very intelligent woman. I love listening to her stories, as they are the most entertaining. Fun Fact: her favorite actor is The Rock and a gift of hers is the ability to find out information-aka detective
Byron Burks
Groomsman
Byron and I started as college roommates and ended up as life-long friends. He is truly one of the most humble and kind men I’ve ever known. Between the late-night gaming sessions and our mission to find the best restaurants in town, living together made us closer than ever. Fun Fact: If there is a dessert menu, Byron is reading it. If you can't find him at the reception, check the dessert table, he’ll be the one "evaluating" the cake.
Catie Macauley
Bridesmaid
Catie has been my friend since 6th grade and has always been a loyal, kind, and genuine presence in my life. She is someone who is always real with me, and I truly value that in our friendship. We both love gaming, which is something we share and enjoy together, and we also love going on hikes and trying out new activities whenever we get the chance. Fun fact: Catie personally knows restaurant owners by their name
Liam Tolkkinen
Groomsman
Liam is the kind of person who instantly makes every moment lighter, funny, easygoing, and genuinely supportive, he’s been a steady part of our story from the beginning and someone we’re grateful to have standing with us on the big day. Fun fact: he has an uncanny ability to remember the most random movie quotes and drop them perfectly at the right time.
Autumn Neville
Bridesmaid
Autumn has been my friend since 6th grade and is a loyal, fun, and honest person. She is always collecting and trying out interesting things. She also loves cats, and we share a mutual love for animals. She has been a close friend of mine for a long time and has been with me through it all. Fun fact: Autumn collects hobbies like coins.
Jonluke Ogayonne
Groomsman
Jonluke and I met at a Halloween party, and what started as a chance meeting turned into a lifelong friendship and years of being roommates. He is truly one of the kindest people I know, the kind of guy who is always the first to step up and help anyone in need. Fun Fact: If there’s a dance floor and a country song playing, look for the boots. Jonluke is our resident country dancing pro!
Lucy Domingo
Bridesmaid
Lucy and I met as roommates, but quickly became friends. She is a a great friend and a sister in Christ who gives the best advice. Lucy has been such a fun, enjoyable person to be around and her laugh is infectious. She makes friends no matter where is is at. Lucy holds the most interesting stories and I could not have grown to the woman I am without her. Fun fact: Lucy loves to try out new experiences and is down to try just about anything. She has has an avocado collection and enjoys graham crackers.
