Wedding Party
Travis Kesinger
Officiant
Travis and Stevy met in the 7th grade. Travis is the voice of reason and rationale in the friend group. He's the first person you want to call for advice when you really need to hear it. He's always shown up for his friends near or far and Stevy & Ty can't wait for him to marry them. Conversations with Trav: Travel, Finn, and new addition Pippa!
Mallory Schmidtlein
Maid of Honor
Mallory and Stevy met in the 8th grade and have been stuck together ever since. They've followed each other from high school to college, Lawrence to Kansas City. Mal has had the position of Maid of Honor secured for the last 15 years and has had her speech planned since :) Conversation topics to bring up with Mal include: Mowgli (her beloved doodle) and the last concert you went to
Cassidy Stauffer
Bridesmaid
Stevy is lucky enough to have Cass stuck with her forever. Even though their last names are changing their friendship never will. Cass and Stevy often can be seen enjoying a riff off, glass of wine, or putting together a to do list. Conversations with Cass: The education system, Strawberry Hill, and Mayor Quinton Lucas
Kennedy Smith
Bridesmaid
Kennedy and Stevy met in a 7th grade math class. They spent many hours on weekends singing their hearts out to Wicked, playing Life on the Farm, and learning how to properly drive a riding lawn mower. Now, Kennedy is Stevy's role model for motherhood and teaching her how to navigate this new endeavor. Conversations with Kennedy: Revive cycling, Baker, and fine wine
Lauryn McLaughlin
Bridesmaid
Lauryn and Stevy met in college and became friends quickly. Lauryn, thankfully, kept Stevy on track to become a nurse even when she went through a mid college crisis of changing majors one week probably 8 different times. Lauryn is a great friend, mentor, and advice giver. Conversations with Lauryn: Yeti, specifically orange Yetis, Tucker, and old fashions
Taylor Troester
Bridesmaid
Stevy and Taylor met at good ol' KU Med at their first nursing job. They became roommates soon after and have been in each other's lives ever since. Taylor will soon be marrying Tyler's best man in November. The ultimate friend goal! Conversations with Taylor: What is a perfusionist? neighborhood rabbits, and gardening
Jamie Franklin
Bridesmaid
Jamie and Stevy met in 2020 in the KU ER. Although only having been together for 5 years they've managed to tangle their lives together with now 3 international trips under their belts and now neighbors! Conversations with Jamie: Charlie (her golden), herb gardens, and traveling
Carley Swan
Bridesmaid
Carley and Stevy also met in 2020 in the KU ER. They have shared a love of hosting, wine tasting, and politics. Carley is who you want in your corner whenever *** is hitting the fan and luckily has been there for Stevy inside and outside of work at any time of day! Conversations with Carley: Where did you get that serving tray? Cats, and new recipes
Taylor Cooper
Best Man
Tyler and Taylor met in middle school. Although they land on different sides of the KU vs. K-State feud you can bet they both can be found drinking Busch light on a boat singing Mr. Brightside together. Rockchalk, Taylor Conversations with Taylor: Do you hunt? Do you have land? Can I hunt on your land?
Justin Kvasnicka
Groomsman
Justin is the oldest brother of the groom. It was easy for Ty to follow in his footsteps from soccer and sports to the questionable bleached hair. Yes, there are pictures. Justin has been a great advice giver and know that he will continue in this role as an uncle. Conversations with Justin: Kali (the sweetest German Sheppard), Colorado, & roadtrips
Brett Kvasnicka
Groomsman
In the early days of Brett and Tyler, they didn't always see eye to eye as there were sure to be multiple arguments, competitions, and brotherly brawls, but now there isn't a day that goes by they aren't discussing the latest sports trade, fantasy draft, or all things Chiefs and Royals. Conversations with Brett: Sports betting, fantasy baseball, and hiking
Brady Carter
Groomsman
Ty & Brady met in middle school and shared a love for basketball throughout high school. They are both becoming girl dads this year and can't wait for their daughters to be besties. Ty & Stevy promise to sneak his daughter to Chiefs games behind Brady's back as she can't always be disappointed by the Cowboys. Conversations with Brady: Biscuits and gravy from a can, insurance, Jax's new sister!
Gabe Lawson
Groomsman
If you've ever wondered what would happen if Gordon Ramsay and Jackass had a love child raised on Hot Cheetos and zero impulse control.. meet Gabe. He's been by Tyler's side since middle school. Ty & Stevy will come over anytime Gabe is cooking. Gabe is the king of doing something just because you said, "you won't." Just pray he doesn't get ahold of the mic at the wedding. Conversations with Gabe: WWE smackdown, Monday Night Raw, UFC
Mason Biberstein
Groomsman
Tyler and Mason met in middle school. They are both going to be experiencing a milestone together this year as Mason & Meghan are expecting as well! Stevy & Ty can't wait to celebrate their new additions together. Conversations with Mason: KU football, KU basketball, Royals, Chiefs, SPORTS
Zach (Slice) Vanderslice
Groomsman
Slice and Ty met in college and shared a love for all things KU sports. Slice recently just flew the nest after rooming with Ty and Stevy. Trust, they tried to convince him that bunk beds with a newborn was a good idea, but he claims to like his new house more. Conversations with Slice: How to kill weeds, intramural leagues, Slice's curated wine