Ahna Rose & Jonathan Henry
Wedding Party
Rosie McCreedy
Matron of Honor
Rosie is Ahna's 92 year old great-grandmother, and her forever best friend. These two have been inseparable since the time Ahna was born, and have been so lucky to have spent all of these years getting to know each other. Their relationship is something special and has shown them that sometimes soulmates are found in the form of grandmothers too. Ahna could not imagine marrying the love of her life without Rosie being there, and it means the world to them both that she gets to witness their union. Rosie has always loved Jon, and Ahna could not think of a more special way of including her great grandmother than by having her as the Matron of Honor
Claire Earley
Maid of Honor
Claire and Ahna met in college in a random nursing prerequisite class, and have been friends ever since. Little did they know that their paths would cross in such an unlikely way and would result in a lifelong kind of friendship. They bonded through their love of nursing, through simultaneously planning their weddings to their high school sweethearts, and their value of genuine friendships. Claire is an incredibly kind, caring, and compassionate individual whose commitment to her friends is unmatched. Her selfless and loving personality is exactly why the couple is so lucky to have her join them on their special day!
Kayltin Engen
Bridesmaid
Kaytlin is the older sister of the Bride, and although Kaytlin and Ahna are opposites of one another on the outside, they share a love that only siblings will understand. Though they are separated by a state and a few hundred miles, the love of these two sisters withstands the trials of being apart. Kaytlin is a fun-loving and free person who is unafraid to chase her dreams, and has experienced more adventures in her short life than most people ever will. Her love for nature and for enjoying life is admirable and Ahna is so grateful to call Kaytlin her big sister
Ava Grondahl
Bridesmaid
Ava and Ahna met during PSEO in high school and have been best friends ever since. Not only did they complete their AA degrees together, but they also worked together at Kivi Bro Trucking as cleaners, and completed their undergraduate nursing degrees together as well. Through all their years of friendship, they have supported each other personally and professionally through so many stages of life, and Ahna is so thankful to have her as another life-long friend.
Kylie Benesch
Bridesmaid
Ahna and Kylie met during their Welcome Weekend at The College at St. Scholastica! Their friendship is exactly what people talk about when they say life-long friends are found in college! Kylie has shown Ahna what a selfless friendship is, and has been one of her biggest cheerleaders through life greatest and hardest times. Though Ahna and Kylie do not get to see each other nearly enough because of life hectic schedules, their friendship never fails to pick back up right where it left off, and it is this kind of unconditional friendship that makes Ahna so lucky to have her
Kaleigh Stracek
Bridesmaid
Kaleigh and Ahna were brought together in high school through their relationships with the Groom and his twin brother Jim, who is his Best Man. Both couples are high school sweethearts and have grown up together since their teenage years. Kale and Ahna have been sisters ever since then, and are the testament that family is not only defined by blood. It has been the greatest gift for them to have gained each other as sisters, and for Kaleigh to have made Ahna and Jon an Auntie and Uncle to the sweetest little girl Eleanor, and her baby brother William.
James Stracek
Best Man
James, otherwise known as Jim, is not only Jon’s twin brother, but also his lifelong friend. They have gotten to experience each of life’s high and low moments in a special way that only twins can understand. So, it only makes sense that Jim would be standing at Jon’s side for one of life’s biggest moments as his Best Man!
Drake Nordin
Groomsman
Jon and Drake met at a get-together back in high school. They quickly bonded through a shared love of riding sleds, and became good friends immediately. They have since gotten to share many great memories together, and have maintained a lifelong friendship ever since!
Tyler Ojibway
Groomsman
Jon and Tyler are good friends who not only know how to have fun together, but also know how to get down to business being as they work together at the Sheriffs Department. Tyler is always able to get people to laugh, and is a great friend to have standing next to Jon’s side on the big day!
Zach Surkkala
Groomsman
Zack, another one of Jon’s coworkers, has been a valuable friend both at the office, and outside of it! He knows how to have fun, and is the kind of friend Jon needs to help celebrate his big day!
James White
Groomsman
James White, otherwise referred to as “The Canadian” is the life of the party, and is exactly the kind of friend you want to have. Not only does he know how to let loose and have fun, but he is a dependable friend who will always have your back!
Eleanor Stracek
Flower Girl
Ellie, the daughter of Jim and Kaleigh Stracek is the sweetest and cutest niece anyone could ask for! The couple are so thankful to be her Auntie and Uncle, and love her beyond words!
William Stracek
Ring Bearer
Baby Will is the newest addition and blessing to the Stracek family! He was born January of this year, and stole everyones heart immediately! His sweet cuddles and adorable smile are a gift to all who receive them!
Oliver
The Best Little Man
Oliver, otherwise known as Little Man, Ollie, or Big Ol, is a very important part of the couples life. This golden boy is a long-haired miniature dachshund that stole their hearts since he was 8 weeks old! He is the sweetest and most loving boy who came all the way from Mississippi 4 years ago!
Hazel
The Babe of Honor
Hazel, otherwise known as Baby, is the other half of the couples wiener dog duo. She is also a longhair miniature dachshund, but unlike her brother, she has a rather spunky personality. She joined the family 3 years ago, and came all the way from Georgia. In fact, one day immediately after an overnight shift, Jon hopped on a plane to go get her and her sister Pearl!