Wedding Party
Theresa Winkler
Bridesmaid
Theresa is a sister of the bride. From introducing Sarah to the best mini-corndogs in Chicago (which are obviously at Will's Northwoods Inn), sourcing new friends (hi Becky!), to teaching her to speak her needs, Theresa has always been there to provide perspective and/or a glass of wine. Ben also likes to remind Sarah that it was Theresa who actually invited him to her wedding, so it's only fitting she stand up with us.
Anna Schmall
Bridesmaid
Anna is a sister of the bride. Whether it was sharing her carefully conserved Flex Points to fuel Sarah's coffee habits in college or answering her phone (very) late at night to talk her off a ledge, Banana has always shown up for Sarah. Even though Anna convinced her monsters lived in their bedroom lights and walls, Sarah could not be more excited to have her by her side on May 7.
Joe Salva
Best Man
It is actually a mystery as to when Ben and Joe met...honestly, neither of them know. From hanging out in Joe's garage in high school, visits to Marquette to the days living in Wrigleyville, Joe has always been there. Sometimes referred to as "Sleepy Joe" due to his affinity for naps, the name has taken on a new meaning given it was Sarah who fell asleep the first time she was meant to come meet Joe.
Jim Tinman
Groomsman
Ben and Jim became friends in the Freshman Year at Marquette when both spent the summer in Milwaukee. From Friday's after class at The Corner for all you can eat wings, late nights at Real Chili, to him and his wife Amanda making visits to the city, Jim has always been there for whatever was needed.