Wedding Party
Seth Weiland
Groom
I grew up in a small town just outside of Bloomington, called Clinton, Illinois. After graduating from college I began my career with Enterprise Rental Car. With Enterprise, I moved from Bloomington to Champaign, to Decatur, then Danville, and finally landed in Davenport, Iowa. The final move led me to Sara. I am so excited to spend forever with her and cannot imagine life with anyone else. I can't wait to do forever as a married couple! I love you, Sara!
Sara Palczynski
Bride
I was born and raised in Bettendorf, Iowa. I attended undergrad at Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa, then returned to Bettendorf to earn my Master's Degree at St. Ambrose University. When I entered the workforce in the criminal justice field I knew I would be working nights and weekends that would quickly consume my life. I'm so thankful God granted me with the patience to wait for Seth. He is such an amazing man who truly loves me for everything I am - including being stubborn and annoyingly independent. I love him so deeply and could not ask for a better man to call my husband. I love you, Seth!
Jessica Palczynski
Matron of Honor
Jessi became a part of our family in 2013 when she married my older brother, Nick. She became my sister-in-law by marriage but my best friend by choice. Over the years, we have grown so incredibly close and I truly don't know what I'd do without her. Not only is she my Matron of Honor, my sister-in-law and best friend, she is also my wedding planner! Seth and I would not have this special day planned out nearly as well if we didn't have you, Jessi! We cannot say thank you enough!
Katy Schwartz
Bridesmaid
Katy is Seth's big sister and she has been so welcoming to me since Day One! I could not be more excited to gain her as a sister when I marry Seth! Katy even made a quick 36-hour trip to the Quad Cities to help me say "Yes to the Dress!" Katy is undeniably a role model to me. She is raising two amazing children, has a great husband, and has a killer career. She really shows me that I can have it all! I already look up to her and know I will be leaning on her even more in the future!
Kristi Olberding
Bridesmaid
Kristi and I met when she transferred to Loras College the second semester of freshman year. I walked right into her room and introduced myself and we've been friends ever since! Seth and I took our first trip together to visit Kristi and her fiance in Austin, Texas, in the fall of 2017! We are both lucky to have Kristi in our lives and we're so happy she's willing to make the trip back to Iowa in February!
Lindsey Kennedy
Bridesmaid
Lindsey and I met when I worked at US Bank during grad school. While she was my boss we quickly realized we were meant to be friends! We even created our own language to use during work! Our favorite thing to do together is LH! (Laugh Hard!) Often times we can LH! without anything even being said! I'm so thankful to have her in my life and I'm grateful she's willing to be a part of our special day!
Abbey Piehl
Bridesmaid
Abbey and I have been friends for over eight years. We met through a previous relationship and she has been by my side ever since! She has been with me through several good times and also a few bad times. Abbey is such an amazing person who is always there when you need her. I especially enjoy our bachelor(ette) & wine nights! I am so thankful to have someone like Abbey in my life and I'm grateful she will be standing by my side when I marry Seth!
Nicole Nielson
Bridesmaid
I met Nicole through Nicole's husband, Matt. While Matt and I have been friends for years, Nicole and I quickly hit it off and became instant friends! I was honored to be a member of Matt and Nicole's wedding party and I can not be more thankful to have Nicole by my side on my big day!
Egan Palczynski
Ring Bearer
Egan is Sara's nephew and the oldest kid in the household. He is 5 years old and just started kindergarten! He loves to play soccer, ride his two-wheeler and wrestle with Grandpa Iowa and Dad!
Ashton Schwartz
Ring Bearer
Ashton is Seth's nephew. He is 7 years old and lives in Detroit, MI. Ashton is in second grade and loves to play soccer!
Maxine Palczynski
Flower Girl
Maxine is Sara's niece. She is three-and-a-half! She'll quickly remind you not to forget about the "half"! Maxine will be four by the time Sara and Seth say "I Do"! Maxine and Sara share a special bond as she is Sara's goddaughter and they share the middle name, Therese!
Lucy Palczynski
Flower Girl
Lucy is Sara's niece. She is 2 years old and a ball of energy! As the youngest of three, she has a loud voice to make sure she's never forgotten! There's no better feeling than Lucy "Goose" calling and asking for TT and Uncle Seph! We sure love her!!!
Nora Schwartz
Flower Girl
Nora is Seth's niece. She is three years old and will be four by the time we say "I Do"! Nora loves to dance, hangout with the girls, and strike a pose for photos!
Josh Ellis
Best Man
Josh and I have been for 30 years. I was honored to be his Best Man when he got married and I'm happy he's returning the favor!
Jake Vail
Groomsman
Jake and I are cousins and have grown up together. I've known forever that he'd stand up on my wedding day - thanks for always being by my side!
Sam Parsons
Groomsman
Sam is the Ginger everyone wants to be friends with! Can't wait to have you standing next to me, making crazy faces when I make Sara my wife!
Nick Palczynski
Groomsman
Nick is Sara's older brother. I've really enjoyed getting to know him and look forward to a cigar and whiskey partner for many years to comes! Cheers brother!
Ben Palczynski
Groomsman
Ben is Sara's little brother. I've never had a little brother before so I'm excited to gain one through this marriage. However, Ben is the only person I've met to give me a run for my money on height!
Phil Pugh
Groomsman
I met Phil through Sara....we share a love for Busch Light and Cargo Shorts!