Ryan & Courtney
Wedding Party
Sidney Buffington
Matron of Honor
If you've had even one interaction with Sidney, she probably made you feel like the most important person in the room. She is a friend to all, and she always makes sure nobody is left out of all the fun, which she is usually the one to bring—she always loves a group game night or spontaneous adventure to brighten up the mundane. Special shoutout to her and groomsman Ean, whose wedding was the very start of Ryan and Courtney.
Austin Williams
Best Man
He's done it all: teaching, farming, financial advising, and now the greatest honor of his life, being best man to the most handsome Williams brother. Austin has an uncanny capacity for meaningful conversation, a vigor for life, a self-denying passion for Jesus and his wife, Kelli, and oh yeah...three muffin daughters that are sure to steal the show as flower girls.
Abby Jampol
Matron of Honor
In Courtney's opinion, Abby could be president of the United States. She is ultimate boss queen. Yet she is incredibly down to earth, authentic, and servant-hearted. Abby and Courtney are also a dynamic duo when it comes to spontaneous trips, whether it's Houston on a Monday afternoon or another state for the weekend. Abby brings the perfect balance of chaotic energy and tender kindness, meaning she is 100% bestie for life vibes.
Logan Williams
Best Man
Logan has spent the last 24 years trying to return his brother to the store before finally submitting to the Lord's strict no-refund policy. With an undying eagerness to wash his hands of his more handsome counterpart, Logan realized that getting his younger brother hitched was the next-best alternative. Notwithstanding, it would be remiss not to acknowledge Logan's thought-provoking curiosity, his loyalty and care for others, and his incredible love for his wife, Brooklyn.
Hallie Klein
Bridesmaid
Hallie Klein is the master of bringing back trends that you think would be cringe but are actually awesome like dabbing or the game Guess Who. If you know Hallie you've witnessed her firecracker energy and her contagious joy. Courtney especially appreciates Hallie's deep heart, curiosity, and realness. Courtney also really misses playing ukulele/guitar with her and binge watching the Chosen in their college apartment.
Jared Rodriguez
Groomsman
The only things stronger than Jared's handshake are his love for people, drums, and Jesus. As the wedding party's soon-to-be, sole bearer of the Rodriguez family name, J-Rod may be losing a Rodriguez but gaining two Williamses who will never cease to interrupt his shifts at Trader Joe's just to get a hug and say hi. Sorry not sorry!
Carrington Boyd
Bridesmaid
When Carrington and Courtney are in the same room they both shift into sillygoofy mode in a way that no one else really does so watch out. Carrington brings light and laughter to everyone she meets, and she is also such a safe listener & shoulder to cry on. Also want to brag on her because she is a marathon runner and a scone connoisseur (follow @sicem_scone_reviews on insta). She also shares a birthday with Courtney which basically means God destined them to be besties.
Evan Söell
Groomsman
As Ryan's longest-tenured companion, Evan has been through all the muck and mire of Ryan's journey through life. From their humble beginnings in Evan's parents' basement in Missouri all the way to Paradise, Texas, their bond has stayed true through the awkwardness and insecurity of growing up. They even remained friends when Ryan took a controlling lead in physical beauty, which only speaks to the humility and devotion that are instinctual to Evan...not to mention his gentleness, love for his wife, Rachel, and his supreme culinary talents.
Reagan Scott
Bridesmaid
Where to start with THE Reagan Scott. Her brand is bright colors and unicorns. Her voice could be heard from a mile away, or more specifically from the other side of the coffee shop when she's running into people she knows (which is everyone in said coffee shop). Be careful if you become her friend because she might tackle you when she sees you, but don't worry it's out of so much love. Anyways, Courtney is so glad the friend crush was mutual when the transfer student got randomly assigned to her bunk room on the spring break college ministry mission trip.
John Wissmiller
Groomsman
John Matthew Wissmiller was the greatest gamble Ryan ever took. It took one glance at John's hidden wisdom, blooming self-confidence, and magnificent curly mane to know that there was gold within him. While John's larger-than-life personality and insightfulness have caused more than one disagreement between him and Ryan, it has made their bond feel more like brotherhood than anything else. And although John's opinion is always wrong and he knows it, he has taught Ryan the beauty of being curious and the fruit of remaining changeable.
Natasha Zolner
Bridesmaid
Natasha may be commonly known for her inability to stay up past 9:30pm, or her extraordinary ability to deep clean a room, or her killer dance moves. Courtney also knows her for her Christ-like gentleness, kindness, wisdom, and peace. And her humor. Courtney especially cherishes the many laughs she shared with Natasha during their senior year of college, the year they grew into close friendship as roommates. Random fun fact, one time they signed up to run a 5k an hour before it started by the flip of a coin.
Ean Buffington
Groomsman
"Buff" became a permanent fixture in Ryan's life before either of them truly realized it. Upon meeting through a collegiate running group chat, Ryan and Ean shared their entire life stories with each other and began scheduling regular jogs together. Then, after getting a front row seat to Ean's marriage journey with Sidney, Ryan had no choice but to wife up Sidney's maid of honor (Courtney) and secure the ultimate bestie package.
Sara Spitaletto
Bridesmaid
Courtney struck gold when she became friends with Saracha through all-girls college lifegroup. Once they started hanging out more, Courtney quickly realized Sara is lifelong friend material. She is humble and gentle, and she is the kind of person you can spend days with and feel more rested and rejuvenated as a result. Courtney knows this especially well because of the summer they spent in South Korea, where they shared many afternoon outreaches, sabbaths, ATM trips, doctor visits, and grocery runs.
Ben Underwood
Groomsman
"Bundies" has the unique honor and privilege of being the only groomsman whose handsomeness rivals that of the groom. Widely mistaken for Ryan or referred to as Ryan's brother/relative at social gatherings, Ben has learned not to correct this confusion. As a result, Ben and Ryan share a closeness that they call brotherhood. Furthermore, the only thing more attractive about Ben than his impressive jawline is his profound passion for Jesus and His purposes in the earth!
Kallista Willigar
Bridesmaid
After meeting Kallista at a Baylor summer camp when they were still in highschool, Courtney knew she would be the ideal college bestie when they both ended up at Baylor as students, and by God's kindness she was. Freshman year was "Kallista and Courtney take on the world" as they call it. They've shared countless laughs and tears, as well as infinite memes and baby videos via Instagram DMs that they know only each other would appreciate. Kallista and Courtney will forever take on the world with their friendship.
Martín Mendez
Groomsman
"Bart" was an unexpected addition to Ryan's inner circle, or more accurately, love triangle with Ean and Ben. Their friendship was at its lowest point in Death Valley National Park (282.2 feet below sea level), but has had many mountain-top moments as well (driving through the Rockies overnight). Martín's desire for growth and discipline in his faith are only a couple of the many unsung marks of his character which are often overshadowed by his immaculate Chad face and unmatched "memery."