Paress & Michael
Our Inner Circle
Kali Grey Huebner
Maid of Honor
God knew what she was doing when she blessed me with a younger sister in the form of this fiery, sassy, huge-hearted, fun-spirited wild one! Only 21 months apart, we have always been thick as thieves, questioned as twins, and built-in- besties. There is no one who knows me better, can speak truer, call me out, and dance harder with me than KalPal! Kali lives out in Portland w her partner Jordan and his adorable 6 year old son Joa ; where they spend time enthralled in art & hiking around the West Coast w her pup Frida. Kali started her own boutique art agency & is making the world a better place one mural at a time. Kali is shamelessly KALI. She is brilliant, quirky, passionate, and is my absolute grounding force. She is my younger sister, but I continue to look up to her.
Cassie Nesheim
Bridesmaid
The one, the only, the C$! Cass & I go back to 1st grade-so at this point, she feels more like a sister than anything. We lived through the great legging to denim transition together, we had some of our 1st crushes together, we got kicked out of Social Studies class together. We go back. Lots of bike rides and Blockbuster rentals and soccer games and flip cup games. Cassie currently lives out in Arizona with the love of her life Mike Vaness (they're getting married in July!!) & his 2 sweet babes. Cass has always been my ride or die- from matching backpacks in Homestead hallways, to late night slumber parties. She is the glue that keeps our friend group together and Queen of the party bus. She always has an open ear, a positive word, is wildly selfless, and will absolutely make you laugh.
Jennifer Hample
Bridesmaid
Jen is the coolest girl in school and she doesn't even know it. A timeless babe, with a wise old soul. I worked tirelessly to make Jen my friend (#introvert), and I'm so glad I did. She's one of the funniest people I know, but also has the largest heart. Jen currently lives in Bay View w her hubs and their pup Blue and she devotes her days to teaching 4 year olds at St Francis elementary, and her nights to eating whatever deliciousness Ben is cooking up. My favorite adventure partner- I wouldn't want to take a trip or attend a music festival without this girl by my side. Jen is my forever plus 1, and the originator of my favorite motto: "A good time's a good time", and she loves a good craft. Eyebrows or not, she's physically the strongest human I know. The dark angel to my light angel.
Suzan Kennedy
Bridesmaid
Suz and I have a long running joke (/truth) that she is My Everything. My mother, my sister, my aunty, my grandmother, my mechanic, my electrician, my girlfriend- my everything. Suz has the most selfless servant's heart- while still being an absolute independent BOSS woman. She loves her people hard and makes sure they know it by doing whatever is needed in the situation to make it easier, better or just more fun. She's smart as hell- and whatever it is, she will get it done. We met in high school at Homestead, but really solidified our friendship the following 4 years at University of Minnesota. Living together numerous times, in numerous phases, including some WWOOFing in Ecuador. Suz now lives in Bay View w her pup Reba, kills it at her job, and is always down for a good time.
Abbie Myers
Bridesmaid
What started many years back as too many nights at RC's on North Ave (RIP), grew into such a beautiful friendship- and now teammate in Real Estate! Abbi and I have known each other since high school (she went to DSHA) and I was always attracted to her bright, shiny disposition and her knack to always tell amazing stories. As my fellow Cancerian sister, we both feel things BIG- and as an ex-therapist and educator, I am always seeking sounding boards from Abbi's empowering & encouraging words. It's so fun now to be doing life with her as teammates on the House to Home Team (shameless plug ;)) She is bright, passionate & driven. Abbi is also my neighbor in River West with her dog-daughter Stella and loves to cook for the people she loves, garden, & occasionally be my personal shopper/stylist
Laura Horner
Bridesmaid
My absolute SOUL sister! Laura and I met the very first day of college at University of Minnesota and were instant friends! Laura took a gap year to live in Brazil and I was immediately impressed! We went on to live with our 6 best friends in the Como Hood of MPLS in a big house we lovingly called The Yellow Box; and called ourselves Kappa Kappa Si Chi Chi. After college, we traveled together through South America, participating in Reforestation on the Ecuadorian coast, living with Hare Kirshna's outside of Buenos Aires, and making Malbec wine in Mendoza. She has a fierce passion for the great outdoors and works daily in pursuit of a cleaner earth. She embodies sisterhood and adds extra heart to everything she does. She's a talented chef and is my favorite campfire singalong partner!
Steph Gibart
Bridesmaid
I met Steph a few years back when she was working at Saint A's with Abbie and I fell in love with her one late night walking home from a bar trudging through the snow together and laughing hysterically. She is my favorite date (other than Mikey) as we can get together and chat and laugh for hours on end. You can find us on 2 stools in Nessun Dorma cry laughing into our wine. Steph is one of the most grounded, wise, REAL people I have ever met, and a total babe. She is an art therapist at Ellle's Wellness center for women-- and she is equally talented as she is compassionate. She is a true healer, and I always look to her for sage wisdom, and a gentle dose of truth. A Taurus woman who is fully aware of her power and headstrong as hell. She loves hard and laughs harder.
Luke Dewire
Best Man
Luke was one of the first people I met at orientation at Santa Clara University. From day one, it was an easy friendship. I instantly gravitated towards his high, but warm energy, charisma and big smile. We decided that weekend to be roommates and after a year living together, I knew we would be lifelong friends. Countless trips, experiences and Phish shows the last decade with Luke have been anything but boring. Fast forward to today, Luke is diving back into teaching after years of working in sales as he makes his way out to Colorado this summer. I can’t imagine having Luke for a teacher—those kids are so lucky to have such an amazing human & role model in the classroom. Truly The Best Man!
David Tighe
Groomsman
I’ve known Dave since we were just out of diapers growing up a block away from each other in Whitefish Bay. He was the brother I always needed in a house full of sisters. From Saint Monica to Marquette High, I always looked up to Dave and always glad to have him by my side. Dave lives with his wife Mary Ellen their adorable 2 year old daughter Emma in a beautiful home in Wauwatosa. Dave uses his charm and business savviness negotiating commercial real estate deals around Milwaukee and I look forward to whenever we can grab a brew together.
Jack Fearey
Groomsman
Jack was actually the first person I started talking to at SCU orientation when I recognized his 10,000 Lakes Music Festival T-shirt. He had also met Luke previously—and the three of us instantly hit it off. Extremely humble, kind and generous, I felt an instant connection to Jack. He’s got a scientist brain and servant’s heart. Currently Jack is studying for his PhD in Marine Biology in Cape Town, South Africa. He is no doubt living a passion-filled life and I couldn’t be more proud of him.
Danny Myers
Groomsman
Danny and I go back to Marquette High and I always appreciated his wit, our banter and his competitive drive. Danny is my Go-To friend in Milwaukee as he’s always down to have a beer and play a game of cribbage. Danny works at US Bank crunching numbers for hedge funds, but will also indulge me in our latest business venture pipe dreams. He casts a wide net around Milwaukee, and has a knack for bringing some of the best people together. I’m grateful for our friendship and for him introducing me to so many amazing people, including Paress.
Eric Carpenter
Groomsman
I first met Carp because he had one of the only off-campus apartments our freshman year at Marquette University. There were certainly no big parties there ;) What started as an acquaintance, quickly became me taking Carp to his first of many Phish shows and becoming lifelong friends. Our paths would cross again when we were both living in Colorado – me in Aspen, Carp with who other than Jack Fearey in Telluride. Whenever I would visit, Carp showed me such hospitality. Carp’s warmness- it’s a no brainer why anyone wouldn’t like him. He's currently finishing up a degree in Data Science and will be attending Northwestern this fall.
John Teppler
Groomsman
I’ve known John for nearly two decades despite going to different high schools and grade schools, we kismet-ly would always cross paths. Time and time again, John proved to be a loyal, steady, engaging dude. He’ll chat up anyone and never shies from a good story. Since moving back to Milwaukee, John is always someone who will call me up for a quick bike ride. Some of my favorite Fridays are grabbing a couple beers with him and having the most real, unfiltered, hours-long conversations. John is a Project Manager at The Concord Group. He & his better half Grace live in Washington Heights with their new born son Jack.