Wedding Party
Noah Baxter
Co-Best Man
Noah is my brother and the first real friend I ever had. We grew up competing and playing sports in the backyard, but we didn’t really get close until we moved to Redding for college. Now we serve together in youth ministry at our church, where he’s the youth pastor. He’s always been a constant in my life, and I know I can count on him no matter what.
Emily Kyle
Co-Maid of Honor
Emily and I met while working together at Dutch Bros, and instantly became best friends, We always joke that we think the exact same way, so naturally she’s the first person I go to when I need validation or advice. She’s truly a lifelong friend, and I'm so thankful that she'll be standing by my side as my maid of honor.
Deion Harrison
Co-Best Man
Deion is my best friend and a total answer to prayer. We met through Noah about six years ago but really connected when he moved back into our house after Noah got married. We bonded over long talks about our futures, watching Vampire Diaries, sports, and jumping off waterfalls. He’s the most entertaining person I’ve ever met and brings so much energy and laughter into every moment.
Ashlynn Dershem
Co-Maid of Honor
Ashlynn and I have known each other since elementary school and reconnected years later when we became roommates in 2022. Our house was filled with over 100 houseplants, which perfectly reflects how nurturing and intentional she is. She is one of the most compassionate people I know, and I’ve always admired her love for the Lord and the way she fully commits to the things she cares about.
Nathan Gripentrog
Groomsman
Nathan and I have known each other since we were kids, but we really became close when I started coming home to Idaho every summer from college. He’s the only person I know who stays up later than me watching shows, which has led to some of my favorite memories. "It's not even halftime yet" is his iconic line to get people to stay up later than they planned... no one knows when halftime is, but rest assured it is way later than anyone should ever be up.
Sophie Northern
Bridesmaid
Sophie and I managed a Dutch Bros stand together and quickly became the best management duo around... we were known as Mommy and Mami. Now, we get to lead a small group of high school girls together which has been such a special full-circle moment. Sophie is honest, deeply caring, and I’m so thankful for her friendship and for everything she’s poured into my life.
Carl Mora
Groomsman
Carl is the kind of friend who cries with you in your hardest moments. We met during the Emerge Discipleship Intensive and were in the same mentor group and tribe, spending the entire year doing deep, transformational work together. He showed me what real love and loyalty look like… and now he makes me work for him—he’s my boss, lol!
Tiarna Doan
Bridesmaid
I met Tiarna while working at Dutch Bros, but our friendship truly grew when we were in a mentor group together through a discipleship program. Getting to pursue personal growth and healing alongside her was so special. Tiarna has a heart of gold and is one of the easiest people to be around.
Marc Reyes
Groomsman
Marc and I met when we became roommates right after I graduated college. He’s one of the funniest guys I know, which made living together so much fun. We spent a lot of time watching movies and longboarding downtown late at night. Over the years, he’s been there with me through some of the hardest and happiest moments of my life.
Laynee Ruste
Bridesmaid
Laynee is my half-sister and my favorite travel buddy. Over the past two years, we’ve explored Italy, France, Thailand, AND Bali together, making memories I’ll never forget. She’s loyal, honest, and when she sets her heart on something, there’s no stopping her.
Caleb Yip
Groomsman
Caleb is one of my longest-lasting friends. We met during my sophomore year of college and have been homies ever since. He’s been with me through countless ups and downs, and his loyalty is truly rare. No matter what life throws at us, we always stick together.
Chelsey Baxter
Bridesmaid
Chelsey also married into the Baxter family and will be my sister-in-law! She’s effortlessly one of the funniest people I know and somehow always knows exactly what to say. On top of that, she earned her master’s degree in psychology this year while being pregnant and working... she's amazing.
Dakota Barnett
Groomsman
Dakota and I first knew of each other through mutual friends at church and serving in youth, but we never expected to become as close as we are now. When he moved into our house, we quickly discovered how much we had in common. Dakota is one of the most authentic and genuine people I know, and I’m so thankful God brought his friendship into my life.
Nichol Writer
Bridesmaid
Nichol is Ryan's older sister and will also be my sister-in-law! We’ve bonded over our shared love of board games, Disney, and musicals. She’s the one who made sure my nails were perfect for the engagement... somehow managing to pull it off without me suspecting a thing!
