Wedding Party
Courtney Matty
Matron of Honor
Courtney has been the Bride's best friend for many years, they first became friends in High School, because they were involved in many of the same activities, as they got older they stayed very close and bonded over their love of animals. The Bride had the opportunity to stand by Courtney as her Maid of Honor and now she is thrilled to have Courtney do the same. The strength of their friendship has never waivered and continues to hold true to these values.
Cameron Cox
Best Man
Cameron has been a friend to the groom since his early childhood. They rode the bus together on their way Divine Mercy Catholic School (back when it was still St. John's). They've attended the same Sunday services, been in the same clubs, and played on the same teams throughout their lives. They both share a love for 4H camp and serving others. Also, his driving skills are unmatched. Cameron was an obvious choice for Nathan's best man.
Jen Trausch
Bridesmaid
Jen is a cousin of the Bride, and the two have grown up together and are very close. Over the years they have traveled many places together and made countless lasting memories, and when the Groom came into the picture that didn't change. Jen has always been sort of a lone wolf and can be difficult to read at some points but when it comes to the Bride she is an open book.
Jacob Stouffer
Groomsman
In the cold winter of 2018, Jacob and Nate became training partners for the Raider football offseason. It's hard to say who taught who more about lifting heavy things, but it's easy to say that Nate's taste in music was heavily influenced by Jacob's love of heavy metal bands. Jeggub was the only one who could even remotely keep up with Nate when the weights got heavy. He even broke some of his records after he graduated. Their friendship, in a word: "Solid".
Katie Strayer
Bridesmaid
Katie has been a friend of the Bride since they were very young but only became close during their senior year of High School, when they found out that they would be attending the same university they couldn't be happier. During their time in college they became close friends, and it made the transition easier knowing they had someone from home that they could lean on. As they go forward in their lives the Bride knows that the friendship she has with Katie is one of a kind.
Connor Thiel
Groomsman
Connor first met Nate in August of 2020. Making friends after high school is difficult, but Connor made it easy. Nate and Connor worked together at the L.E. Smith Company on the Saturday crew. They made countertops in the freezing cold and sweltering heat from that summer, up until Nate left in the spring of 2022 to move to Columbus for college. Since then, they still keep in touch. Connor frequently sends memes and leaves positive comments on Nate's Instagram posts, ensuring his ego never dwindles.
Hallieann Gardner
Bridesmaid
Hallieann is the sister of the Bride, they have been through everything together, as sisters so close in age they did not always get along, but as they have grown into adults their relationship has grown as well. They have been able to see that growing up in the same enviorment has made them similar in more ways then they could have ever imagined. And with this sisterhood, the Bride was able to also get a new brother (Spencer, Groomsman), that both the Bride and Groom have grown close too.
Spencer Gardner
Groomsman
Nate and Spencer will soon be brothers-in-law. Spencer married Hallieann, sister of the bride, in November of 2022, on a cold mountaintop in West Virginia. Since then, he has already shown himself to be a generous, loving husband. In a time when it seems people aren't getting married as much as they used to, Spencer is proof that marriage can still work out and be a rewarding commitment for both parties. Plus, he's a pretty fun guy.
Hannah Wilhelm
Bridesmaid
Hannah is the sister of the Groom, and the Bride's future sister in law, Hannah has an exuberant personality that isn't always seen by everyone. But when the Bride met her she knew that they would be great friends and would stand even better as family. Hannah is creative and smart, which are qualities that the Bride values and she sees Hannah as a role model. The Groom has a very close relationship with Hannah having grown up so close in age. So it was no question that she would be a large part the their big day.
Matthew Stouffer
Groomsman
Nate and Matthew were 4H camp counselors together and played on the Wayne Trace football team. Matthew set an example to Nate to always treat others with respect and remain calm during stressful situations. He was stern but helpful to underclassmen and campers and is now a teacher, which makes perfect sense. Matthew was like an older brother to Nate and one of his life's most prevalent role models. On top of that, the ladies love his magnetic personality and devilishly good looks. Sweaty Boyz for Life!