Wedding Party
Rachael
Bride
For those who don’t know me, I’m Rachael and I’m the bride to be! I’ve lived in Longview/Kelso the majority of my life. My family moved here from Phoenix when I was 3. I love how beautiful the PNW is and am so happy to call this place my home. I love being outdoors and camping and pretty much anything that has to do with the water. I come from a large family with 5 sisters and currently 8 nieces and nephews. I'm a huge animal lover and I love to cook. I am so thankful for our people and I can’t wait to see you all at our wedding.
Brady
Groom
For anyone who hasn’t met me my name is Brady and I am the guy that is lucky enough to marry Rachael! I was born and raised in Longview. After graduating from Mark Morris I went to technical school in Yakima Washington. After school I spent some years working projects around the U.S. before moving back to Longview in 2020. I enjoy fishing, camping and anything being outdoors. I look forward to celebrating this special day with all of you.
Rose Lelevich
Maid of Honor
Rose and I met back in 2015 while we were both working at Macys. We hit it off pretty easy and quickly started hanging out. Rose has been a staple in my life ever since. She’s been there for all of the big and small things. Rose is an amazing friend, she is beyond wise, thoughtful and offers the best advice. I can count on her no matter what and I couldn’t image anyone else standing by my side as my Maid of Honor.
Kody Rice
Best Man
Kody and I met in the sixth grade during afterschool jazz choir (which we both quit) we ran in all of the same circles growing up and after we graduated, our friendship really took off. Kody has been closer to a brother and there is no one I’d rather have stand up here with me.
Mallory Rice
Bridesmaid
Mallory and I met on a double date with Brady and her husband Kody back in 2020. It was a memorable first meet up and I knew we’d be fast friends. Mal has been a great friend to me and has welcomed me with open arms. It means the world to me and Brady that she stands up here with us on our big day. We are so lucky to have her in our lives.
Jeremy Penley
Groomsman
I have known Jeremy for nearly 30 years, I don't however remember meeting Jeremy as we were in the same kindergarten class and lived within a mile of each other until we graduated. During middle and high school you could always find Jeremy and I competing at something whether it was basketball down at the elementary school or some game we made up in the back yard. Jeremy currently lives in DuPont Washington with his wife Yumi.
Kelci Rae
Bridesmaid
Kelci and I have been long time friends. Clear back to elementary school! Kelci is such a sweet, loyal, and thoughtful person. She is so supportive and a person I can rely on no matter what. That is what made it such an easy decision to have her be one of my bridesmaids.
Ross VanZanten
Groomsman
I’ve known Ross since we started having sleepovers in the first grade and have remained good friends ever since. During childhood summers it was a blurred line of whose house either of us actually lived at as we were always together. Ross lives in Lakewood Washington with his wife Luchie and daughter Aria.
Marty Wenger
Officiant
Marty is Brady's Step-Dad. We asked him to officiate our wedding
Saylor Besco
Flower Girl
Our beautiful baby girl Saylor. It’s a no brainer that we have our daughter as one of our flower girls. We cannot wait until we see our girl dressed up on our big day that makes our family complete.
Norah Rice
Flower Girl
Norah is the daughter of our Best man and Bridesmaid, Kody and Mallory Rice. She is so smart, spunky and full of energy. She is the best big cousin to Saylor and we are thrilled that she is one of our flower girls. Plan to see her out of the dance floor bustin a move!
Brooklyn Gleave
Flower Girl
Brooklyn is Brady's Niece. She is a sweet and artistic goofball. While we don't get to see her as often as we would like, the time we do get with her is full of laughs and maybe a little bit of mischief. We are so happy Brooklyn said yes to being one of out flower girls.
Tyrson Helgerson
Ring Bearer
Tyrson is Rachael's Nephew. He is caring, smart and quite the dare devil. Tyrson enjoys Xbox, wresting and being outdoors. We are so excited to have Tyrson be our ring bearer and to be a part of our big day.