Wedding Party
Shiann Erlund
Matron of Honor
Hi, I'm Shiann- Shailee's older sister! Shailee and I met a little over a year after I was born. She is quite literally my best friend. Watching her fall in love and create a family is one of my favorite memories with her. She stood by me the day I married the love of my life and now I get to do the same. Sisters love is forever ❤️
Desiree Crist
Bridesmaid
Hi I'm Des! We're cousins but it feels more like the sister I never had🩷 We were the same age, so we grew up side-by-side and have experienced all of our milestones together. Every stage of life, by each others sides and I am so happy to be standing next to her!
Bailey Patterson
Bridesmaid
Hi, I'm Bailey! We met each other at Texas Roadhouse and have been inseparable since. We are more like sisters than friends, I've even been on some of her family vacations! Fun fact John hates when we go out together. One of my favorite memories is when we went to New York City in the middle of Covid lol. I cannot wait to be by her side as she starts this next chapter!
Audrey Hummel
Bridesmaid
Audrey and Shailee have known each other for over a decade. We're practically family (no, literally, Shailee was invited to family dinners even). We became roommates and learned that living with your best friend meant endless slumber parties, filled with rom-coms and snacks. Through all of the laughs, late-night talks, and inside jokes- we've been by each others sides. It's one of those friendships that make life a little brighter and I am so happy she'll be standing by my side!
Abby Rosendale
Bridesmaid
Hi, I'm Abby! We basically fell in love with each other through student council in junior high and have been by each others side since. Fun fact- our babies have the same birthday 😍 Some of my favorite memories are from taking stats for track, sitting up in the box laughing the entire track meet 😂 Standing by her side is such an honor and I cannot wait to celebrate her on her big day!
Jordan Vucco
Bridesmaid
I’m Jordan! I’m a mama to three beautiful girls, and when I’m not chasing them around, I love to bake, workout, or sneak in a walk. Shailee and I met about eight years ago. She yapped, I yapped back, and we haven’t stopped since. From late-night cries, to only working if the other was working, to our favorite season yet, motherhood. We have been through it all together and come out stronger every time. I can't wait to stand by her side as she begins this beautiful new chapter of love.
Ariella Erlund
Flower Girl
Ariella is my beautiful niece. She brings so much joy, laughter and energy to our family and I am so happy she gets to be my flower girl. It makes this day even more special!
Mike Mullen
Best Man
John and Mike's friendship met in the wild world of Texas Roadhouse, but it didn't start off on a good note. Over time, they went from near-brawls to nonstop laughs. But their true friendship was sealed over their bond for video games and anime. Now, Mike gets the honor of being John's best man- proof that rocky beginnings can turn into life-long friendships- Mike is basically his co-captain in life and all things nerdy!
Juan Torres
Groomsman
Juan and John bonded over the chaos of Texas Roadhouse, surviving the dinner rush and sneaking in laughs whenever possible. Co-workers quickly turned into a solid friendship John gets to cherish forever. We can't wait to have him by us on the big day!
Jeff Funes
Groomsman
Jeff was John's boss at Texas Roadhouse, but over-time that boss-employee relationship turned into a genuine friendship fueled by shared laughs and a love for OSU football. Jeff is always someone John can count on and he's thrilled to have him by his side!
Jason Eckert
Groomsman
Jason, "Eck", is one of Johns friends he met at Texas Roadhouse. Somewhere between the kitchen chaos, they became great friends. What really sealed the deal was their similar interest in late-night video games and comic cons. They've been great friends since!
Shaydin Ludwig
Groomsman
Shaydin is one of Shailee's little brother. Growing up, she was the built in babysitter, but he kept life interesting for her and her friends. Even though he's the younger one- we can count on him for anything. John and Shaydin have built a bond- filled with lots of jokes- and making John feel right at home. We are so excited to have him in our wedding!
Shyler Ludwig
Groomsman
Shyler is Shailee's youngest brother- ten years behind her, but even with the big age gap, he's always been a source of laughter growing up. John sees Shyler as a little brother- between the teasing, jokes and support, they've built a great bond. We are so honored to have him in our wedding, he'll always be our "baby" brother!
Reese Erlund
Ring Bearer
Reese is my nephew and one of our ring bearers. He has the biggest heart and always makes us smile. We're so excited to have him play such an important role on our big day.
Renlee Eckhardt
Ring Bearer
Our little boy has the honor of being our other ring bearer. Having him be a part of this day means the world to us- we cannot wait to watch him walk down the aisle!