Katelyn & Stephen
Wedding Party
Jorden Smith
Matron of Honor
My built in best friend. I've known Jorden her whole life and being the only girls on our side of the family, we naturally became very close. From sleepovers, to creating potions in her bathroom, I couldn't imagine anyone else standing by my side.
Josh Lin
Best Man
I have known Josh since we were 2 years old. I recognized his potential and knew from that young age, these were the coattails I should ride. Although the only school we went to together was pre-k, we managed to stay close. I have the honor of being the godfather to his son Bode and thoroughly enjoy being a part of their whole family’s lives. He has been through everything with me and my entire family views him as a second son. I can’t think of anyone that I would want standing right next to me.
McKenna Lupkes
Bridesmaid
High school bestie. We always joke that we don't remember how we became friends, but after 12 years she is still one of my favorite people to watch One Tree Hill with and laugh about how she got lost on our Senior spring break cruise. I was fortunate to stand by her side on her day and am so happy she gets to do the same for me.
Andrew Faulk
Groomsman
While not as tenured as some of the others on this list, Andrew and I met in high school. Not the same high school, because I am not a brainiac and I went to public school, but I digress. After college we lived together and were only a year away from a legal domestic partnership in the state of Georgia. Even from separate states we have continuously grown closer and closer. Our annual tradition of attending the AU/UGA game will ensure he can’t get too far away from me. I am excited to have him up there with me and since it my year, he should let Auburn win this year.
Audrey Ramos
Bridesmaid
Audrey Ramos - soon to be Karnemaat. While we both went to Xavier (she remembers me, I don't remember her), we didn't become close until we both came out to Denver. Since meeting Nate and becoming friends with Stephen and me, she has become a much cooler person and better skier. Honestly, I can't imagine my life without her and am so blessed to have her by my side. - Audrey approved this message.
Alphonso Carreker
Groomsman
Ok, I really only have one sibling, but Alphonso is my brother. We met in second grade and couldn’t be apart. Living in the same neighborhood made it easy. I am sure the amount of time we spent at each other houses annoyed our parents to no end. Similar to Josh, I knew his potential and knew I was going to make him my best friend regardless if he knew it or not. It is incredible to have someone that I have known as long has him still be such an integral part of my life and being a part of my wedding.
Hillary King
Bridesmaid
The best roomie there ever was! Hillary and I lived together a little over a year (I think - time flies when you're having fun) and hit it off immediately. With our love of charcuterie boards, wine and Grey's Anatomy we bonded like no other. She has been there since the beginning with Stephen and me and am so happy she will be part of our day.
Joey Castillo
Groomsman
Every group has to have one, right? You know the person I am talking about? The one you want to shake, but can’t seem to get rid of. Well Joey is mine. Ever since I joined Joey’s tennis team I have been trying to ditch him. I even moved states and wasn’t able to drop him. Through all of that he has become one of my best friends and can’t seem to get enough of him. Must be the human equivalent of watching a train wreck. He will always make things interesting and so excited to have him up there with me.
Stephanie Adams
Bridesmaid
Sister to the groom. From the first time I met Stephanie, her bubbly personality immediately made me feel welcome. It also helped that we bonded over our love of cheese. We continue to get closer each time we are together and I can't wait to see how the sister relationship will grow. I'm so happy she will be standing up there with us on our wedding day.
Nick Buckman
Groomsman
As you can tell from the others, I can’t seem to have enough “brothers” and now I am gaining a brother-in-law. While we haven’t been able to spend that much time together, I am excited to see how our relationship grows. I know we both ski, so my first objective is to get him out to Colorado to shred. Excited to have him up there with me!