Sara & Mark
Wedding Party
Erin Badzinski
Maid of Honor
Erin is Sara's older sister. She's been there through it all and has the stories to prove it. Erin was there to play backyard soccer games, Mario Party, and Rock band whenever Sara asked nicely. She would then proceed to crush Sara, almost every time. Erin has been a shoulder to lean on through every new life stage and is someone Sara can always count on.
Dustin Schroer
Best Man
Dustin and Mark are fraternity brothers. Dustin was Mark's first roommate and the two have remained just as close even though they don't live together. Whether it was sharing a meal, enjoying a drink, or watching movies, the two have always found way to make lasting memories.
Becky Panuska
Bridesmaid
Becky and Sara met in college. Sara's roommate at the time needed one more person for her house off campus for the next year and Sara agreed to be that person. Becky forced Sara to watch Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone for the first time, and was then disappointed when Sara watched all the movies without her. Becky also shares Sara's love of board games.
Patrick Cahill
Groomsman
Pat and Mark are fraternity brothers. Even though Pat came to the fraternity a little later, Mark and Pat found a way to make up for lost time. Living together multiple times, navigating their way through school, and always finding joy in the small things, a strong bond was formed. Through good times and bad, Pat and Mark have always been there for each other and made sure they come out the other side.
Kelley Steiner
Bridesmaid
Kelley and Sara met at Kelley's first teaching job. What began as PLC bonding, grew into a life long friendship. Before school and during prep periods, Sara and Kelley were inseparable. When Sara moved back to Winona, lunch and dinner dates became a regular thing. These lunch and dinner dates often last for hours!
Trey Hoffman
Groomsman
Trey and Mark are fraternity brothers. Trey is Mark's fraternity big brother and he took Mark under his wing early in college. Many good times were had during and after the college years. The two have been able to watch each other's lives change for the better and have been lucky enough to be there for the big moments.
Morgan Foster
Bridesmaid
Morgan and Sara met in college at Winona State University, where Morgan has fond memories of Sara making Morgan walk back to their apartments together no matter the weather. Morgan and Sara really reconnected during their second year teaching when Sara moved back to Rochester. Morgan convinced Sara to come work with her and the rest is history.
Adam Dillon
Groomsman
Adam and Mark are fraternity brothers. Summers spent in Rolla and many road trips have made lasting memories for these two. Adam has always been there to help no matter what was going on in his life and that is a big reason why Adam and Mark will always be friends; that and always being able to find some humor during the rough times.
Miranda Walser
Bridesmaid
Miranda and Sara sat next to each other at their undergrad graduation, but really got to know each other during their second year teaching. Miranda was Sara's PLC lead and really took her under her wing. Miranda quickly joined Sara and Kelley in the before school chats about everything and anything.
Brian Bakala
Groomsman
Brian and Mark were met in college. They were pledge brothers in the fraternity. Many classes, good times, and memories were shared over the years. Brian and Mark are able to remain close both working for the same company after they each finished their degrees. When work trips happen to cross paths, they are able to share a beverage and reminisce.