Wedding Party

Dylan Johnson

Best Man

Dylan is a good ol' Amery boy and has been Cole's friend since elementary school. They later became college roommates and enjoyed lots of late nights playing cards, yelling at the packers, and shooting Shalyssa. Dylan is also the CEO of the infamous Dock Boys LLC dock removal and installation company.

Amelia Fiedler

Maid of Honor

Amelia and Sarah became fast friends while students at UW-River Falls. They shared a passion for boba and distracting Zach. Once they became roommates their passions and hobbies overlapped even more. You may find the two watching RuPaul's Drag Race, baking banana bread, or playing Animal Crossing. It should also be mentioned Amelia is Louie and Shifu's Godmother.

Owen Friesen

Groomsman

Owen has been part of Cole and Sarah’s crew since they were freshman at UW-River Falls. Although he’s a Minnesota boy he originally hails from Canada and loves the drink of his birthplace, Windsor. Between watching the Vikings lose, seeing the Rams as Super Bowl champs, and playing Dungeons and Dragons together Cole and Owen grew to be besties. Owen will go down in history as one of the greatest Girardians of the Galaxy.

Faith Velez

Bridesmaid

What started as a last minute job over the summer of covid became the spark that started this friendship! Faith and Sarah worked two jobs together and became fast friends. They bonded over delicious recipes, trying new restaraunts, and cooking at home among other things- like drag and their adorable pets. Faith has also shared her passion for reading with Sarah and recommends the best books!

Connor Alegria

Groomsman

Connor is one of Cole’s older brothers who previously served as his personal school-bus driver. Growing up Connor taught Cole the ropes about wrestling and soccer, with lots of real life examples. They enjoyed many family vacations growing up and now spend time chatting about their favorite shows and video games.

Kristen Alegria

Bridesmaid

Kristen and Sarah share a unique bond of marrying into the Jakupciak/Friese family. It is truly a bond unlike none other! Over the years Kristen and Sarah have enjoyed exchanging recipes, going on family vacations, and playing games with the family. Kristen is married to Connor, Cole's brother.

Nick Friese

Groomsman

Nick is Cole’s oldest and wisest brother. He shares a passion for delicious food, Star Wars, and Lord of the Rings with Cole. Thanks to Nick’s sense of adventure Cole has gotten to travel and learn about places around the world like Costa Rica! If you think you’re a fan of pizza make sure you chat with Nick- he’s the pizza KING!

Ryann Qvardvarsha

Bridesmaid

Thank goodness for Ryann, Cole has an older sister. She has been instrumental in educating Cole and Sarah on everything they missed in the 90s. She and Sarah have enjoyed going to concerts and movies together, especially those that involve Taylor Swift. Ryann is also the queen of Renaissance (festivals) and has shared her passion for fairytales with Cole and Sarah the last few years.

Kody Dugen

Groomsman

Kody and Cole have been long time friends since they were in Amery wrestling together as kids. Growing up Kody became a frequent guest at the Jakupciak’s and spent lots of time with Cole from the pool to the pasture. The two have also spent 7 years of dock installation and removal together through the rain, snow, and tears.

Colleen Ruf

Bridesmaid

Colleen and Sarah have been friends since they were 11 years old! Their friendship began on a volleyball court and quickly grew to be one of sleepovers, movie nights and outdoor adventures. The two remained close friends through college and now spend time going on double dates, between sushi buffets, the State Fair or the renaissance festival they always have a good time!

Brian Kay

Honor Attendant

Kaitlin Schiferl

Honor Attendant

Shkamb Qavdarbasha

Usher

Dannie Esterline

Usher

Shawn Waalen

Usher

Zachary Vang

Officiant