KARA PEDERSEN & DAN ZINSER
Wedding Party
Amy Lackie
Maid of Honor
Amy and I have been best friends since 7th grade. We met at West Middle School and instantly became friends! We stayed friends throughout high school and college even while being apart. Throughout our almost 20 years of friendship, we have so many great memories. From getting into trouble, trips to MSU, working together, traveling (particularly SB06 - NHS), sarcasm and of course drinking wine. She is my ride or die, the person I can call no matter what. Amy can make me laugh for hours but she has also been there to pick up the pieces when I needed her most. My favorite thing about Amy is the love that she has for her family and friends - she will do anything to make sure the people she surrounds herself with are happy, appreciated and loved.
Karl Zinser
Best Man
My earliest memories as a kid involve my Uncle Karl. From locking me in dark closets, throwing my shoes in tree's and making me cry countless times (allegedly I was a crier), I really couldn't ask for a better uncle. Truth be told, growing up my Uncle Karl was always the one person I hoped would be at a family function. As I grew older, my Uncle Karl and I would spend more and more time together. From video games and poker nights to trips to Las Vegas and Up North, my time with my Uncle, Godfather and best friend are some of the best times of my life. Over the years, my Uncle has taught me how to be a better man, a better person and a even a decent Euchre player. I cherish the time and memories we have shared together and I anxiously look forward to many more to come.
Dakota Senczyszyn
Bridesmaid
Dakota and I met at work in 2013 and have been together ever since. For the past 7 years we have spent many summer days in the pool dreaming about our next vacation, vacation once we have families, going to concerts, obsessing over our pets and playing games. My favorite thing about Dakota is her sense of adventure and that she is always down for a trip. We have traveled to Pittsburgh, road tripped through the North East (with nothing booked aside from airline tickets), Mexico, Up North, Munising and Italy. My favorite memory with Dakota was our trip through Italy. Dakota planned the whole entire 10 day trip for 6 people with little to no help from the group and it was absolutely perfect (aside from the pizza to the leg)!
Ryan Huvaere
Groomsman
Ryan and I have known each other our whole lives. He is my younger cousin and we were lucky enough to grow up a few blocks apart. Ryan and I would fill our summers going up north, riding bikes, swimming and trying to stay out of trouble. As we grew older, our relationship grew stronger. We remain close to this day and I always look forward to our time together. My favorite memory of Ryan would have to be a culmination of all the things we experienced growing up that made us who we are today. Ryan is like a brother to me and I know we would do anything for each other. He truly embodies the character and morals in which he was raised. My late Aunt Linda was like a mother to me and I know she would be proud of the men we have become today.
Theadora Bickenbach
Flower Girl
Thea is the oldest of Dan's 3 nieces and the beautiful daughter of Rachel and Mark. She is currently in 2nd grade and loves school! Thea is very energetic and loves to dance, play basketball and soccer.
Vivian Bickenbach
Flower Girl
Vivian is the youngest of Dan's 3 nieces. She is the adorable daughter of Rachel and Mark. Vivian is 7 years old and is in Kindergarten this year! She loves dancing, playing with her American girl doll and spending time with her big sister and cousin Lillian
Lillian Sweeney
Flower Girl
Lillian is not only one of Dan's nieces but she is also his Goddaughter. She is the precious daughter of Sarah and Gabe. Lillian is 9 years old and she is in the 2nd grade. Lillian enjoys traveling, ice skating, softball and skiing.