Wedding Party

Jordan Wills

Maid of Honor

On the first day of med school orientation, I was looking for a place to sit. I saw the back of Jordan's head and thought, "oh she seems nice." And the rest was history! We became best friends instantly and were (still are) inseparable. We survived medical school together and both became family medicine physicians. We have now started our next adventure of traveling the world together!

Tyler Fedak

Best Man/Officiant

It certainly was a shock when Sam suggested Tyler as our officiant. Since freshman year of high school Tyler and Kole have been known for their shared antics, tomfoolery, just plain fun; sounded dangerous to give this man a microphone. But there is no one else Kole would rather have by his side, or a better witness to our 13 year long relationship to bless us in marriage.

Justin Buettner

Groomsman

Considerably the most reasonable or mature member of the four high school friends, Justin and Kole met through volleyball and Boy Scouts at Belleville West. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame, his access as a student further enabled Tyler and Kole's hijinks. A tailgating savant, grill master, and forklift certified operator Justin is one of the most loyal, and honest friends.

Nick Ernst

Groomsman

Introduced through shared interests and clubs in high school like cross country, volleyball, Boy Scouts, and a few others Nick rounds out the four man group of Justin, Tyler and Kole. By chance or shared similar interests, Nick and Kole both continued their academic and athletic careers as teammates running for the cross country, and track and field teams at Missouri S&T. Their love for nuclear science and physics found them in similar classes and into their post-graduate work each focusing into a field of plasma physics. A recent PhD recipient and father, Dr. Ernst is one of Kole's closest and most trusted friend, if he answers his phone.

Kaleb Rakers

Groomsman

Kole's little brother. Even though they shared a room together growing up Kole considered Kaleb more of an annoyance. It wasn't until Kole left for college that Kaleb began to mature and grow up into his own individual person; well at least in Kole's eyes. Kole was blessed and happy both ended up in Madison where they really developed and deepened their bond as brothers and friends over four years. Kole loves and misses having Kaleb around Madison to go to any type of sporting event or just getting a casual dinner.

Addison Hartmann

Flower Girl

Kole's niece, goddaughter, and the cutest little two year old. Addison has been practicing for her big flower girl role!

Archie Bibee Rakers

Honorary Ring Bearer