Julia & Marc
Wedding Party
Keren Nass
Maid of Honor
Keren and I met just a few years ago and have grown incredibly close. Between countless sunset walks, fun nights out together, and now FaceTime dates living apart, we pass the time easily talking for hours and still always feel like we are cut short! She has been a huge cheerleader for my relationship with Marc; she even stood with me as I watched him return from deployment and met me in Virginia for a scouting trip after he got his orders. Keren is the most selfless, caring, and encouraging person I have ever met and I am so excited to have her stand next to me as I marry Marc.
Cerise Christian
Bridesmaid
Cerise and I met on the very first day of Kindergarten and are going on 25 years of friendship! We have gone through so much together, from dress-up as kids, to school sports and dances, to multiples graduations. She is one of the sweetest people ever and has a wonderful family that I adore. Her kind heart, silly sense of humor, and genuine loyalty make her an incredible friend. I can't imagine getting married without her by my side!
Sydney Friedman
Bridesmaid
Syd and I were college roomies for 3 years! From pillow talks to ear piercing adventures to college basketball games, we have made SO many good memories along the way. She has such a caring heart and genuine love for those in her life. Syd is the biggest ray of sunshine with a smile that will brighten up anyone's day and I am blessed to have her in my life!
Stephanie LaFleur
Bridesmaid
Stephanie and I met our freshman year of high school. In addition to playing volleyball and being on student government together, we had so many fun sleepovers and adventures. Stephanie is strong in her faith and convictions, and supports and encourages me in mine. She has been a wonderful role model in marriage as well. I was lucky enough to stand by her side when she got married, and I cannot wait to have her now stand by me as I marry Marc!
Brooke Douglas
Bridesmaid
Brooke and I worked at NuVasive together and clicked immediately thanks to our love of photography and travel. Just three months into our friendship, we jetted off to Cuba together! We have gone on so many adventures together, including the ski trip that introduced Marc and I. Brooke's passion for life, energy, and positivity are contagious and I appreciate her so much as a friend.
Lesley Anderson
Bridesmaid
Lesley and I met at a country music festival and grew close during our post-college years. We bonded over our love of country and spent most Wednesdays together line dancing the night away at our favorite country bar! From countless concerts to Mexico cruises, we are ALWAYS sure to have a blast. She is an incredibly thoughtful friend, an extremely smart and inspiring teacher, and an overall wonderful person!
Eric Rintz
Best Man
Eric is my identical twin brother and we have always been extremely close. We grew up playing the same sports, went to the Naval Academy together, both decided to become pilots, and even did the majority of our flight training together. I was the best man at Eric’s wedding in 2016 and am so excited to have him standing next to me as I marry Julia.
Ian Eisenhauer
Groomsman
Ian and I were roommates at the Naval Academy. He is a fellow Pennsylvania native and avid adventurer. We enjoy many outdoor activities together, especially skiing. Ian has always been a great friend and is so much fun to be around. I had the privilege of being one of his groomsmen and am honored to have him as one of mine.
Andrew Douglas
Groomsman
Andrew and I met during primary flight training in Texas and later became roommates during advanced flight training in Florida. We were both stationed in different squadrons in San Diego and even deployed on the same aircraft carrier. We have so many great memories from the past few years. Both he and his wife, Brooke, have been such wonderful friends and I am so excited to have both of them in our wedding.
Evan Shorter
Groomsman
Evan was the Intel Officer at our squadron in San Diego (HSC-6). We quickly became friends and were even roommates prior to our deployment in 2017. Evan and I spent many hours playing video games, hanging out, and working on my truck and his car. I have always appreciated his good, faith-based advice and loyal friendship. Evan’s was the first wedding that Julia and I attended together! We are so excited to have him as a groomsman.
Austin Toombs
Groomsman
“Junkie” and I did the majority of our flight training together, but we really became friends at our first squadron in San Diego. We checked in around the same time and spent countless hours studying and preparing for flights together. Austin and I were roommates on deployment along with Matt, so we spent tons of time together. I have always appreciated Austin for his sense of humor and quick wit. He definitely made everyone’s time in the squadron a lot brighter. He and his wife Tara have been wonderful friends to us.
Matt Tansey
Groomsman
“PeeWee” and I were both pilots in the same squadron in San Diego. He was senior to me, and I felt that I could always count on his advice and guidance. He was one of my roommates on deployment, so we spent a lot of time together working out, watching movies, playing video games, and hanging out. We also got to explore Guam, Dubai, Singapore, and the Philippines while in port. Above all, Matt and his wife Carolyn have been great friends to Julia and me, and I am honored to have him as a groomsman.