Shelby & Matthew
Wedding Party
Aly Merkle
Maid of Honor
Shelby & Aly became friends in Anatomy & Trigonometry class in high school. Together they ventured off to James Madison University. They bonded over food, music and our spontaneous decisions to go see live music. Currently, they are in a long distance relationship, but have only grown closer over the years!
Brian Evans
Best Man
Brian is Matt's OLDer brother. Brothers by blood, best friends by choice. Brian and Matt have been the dynamic duo since January 13th, 1991.
Amy Marchisio
Maid of Honor
Amy & Shelby met in college where they attended nursing school together. They constantly plan trips to visit one another. Some of the places they have traveled is New Jersey (Amy's hometown), Maryland, New York, D.C., Virginia, Colorado and California. Their passion to explore has only brought them closer.
Tyler James (TJ) Pickler
Best Man
TJ and Matt became friends when, to everyone's surprise, they were both injured during middle school lacrosse tryouts. TJ and Matt stayed friends throughout high school and then became roommates during Matt's time at James Madison University. TJ has also become very good friends with Shelby as well.
Maggie McGrath
Bridesmaid
Shelby was fortunate enough to be assigned to share a dorm room with Maggie freshman year of college. The first day they met Shelby knew they would be life long friends. Maggie has always been extremely supportive of Shelby whether it be her obsession with making her own halloween costumes, helping her get into nursing school, or cheering her on as Shelby apple bobbed for beers.
Chad Lehmann
Groomsman
Chad is Shelby's older brother. Chad and Matt have become very good friends over the last ten years. Chad and Matt played high school soccer together and enjoy many of the same hobbies.
Sarah Konspore
Bridesmaid
Sarah also went to James Madison University but did not meet Shelby until living in Colorado. Matt & Shelby joined a kickball team where they met Sarah & Brent (her fiancé) for the first time. They have explored the best things in Colorado from Telluride to Aspen. Together they have made many traditions. Sarah has created a home away from home for Matt and Shelby.
Chad Fredritz
Groomsman
Chad and Matt have been friends since the early Freedom Soccer Club days. The two became best friends and inseperable during high school. From their time of working (debatable) at Jerry's Subs and Pizza, to the endless days spent on the soccer field. These two have been through a lot together.
Julia Robinson
Bridesmaid
Shelby & Julia met at University of Colorado Hospital on the Oncology floor where they both began their nursing careers. They decided to attend Oktoberfest one weekend, which lead to multiple sleepovers as adults. At that point they knew they would be inseparable. Some of their fondest memories are from their trip to Athens and Santorini. Julia keeps Shelby young by encouraging her to travel and try new things.
John Woytowitz
Groomsman
John and Matt have been friends since the early Freedom Soccer Club days. John's dad was Matt's first travel soccer coach. John and Matt became very close in high school and have remained very close since. John is the best pressure washer East of the Mississippi. Call Allbrite Pressure Wash for any of your exterior cleaning needs.