A + C
Wedding Party
Jennifer Monnig
Matron of Honor
Jen is Christina's younger sister who is not only a great sister, but also an amazing mom. Her daughter Madison and her husband Eric are also in the wedding party as the Flower girl and Flower Bro! Jen works as a store manager for Starbucks and is a full-time mom for her daughter Madison. Despite her busy schedule, she excitedly accepted the position of Matron of Honor in Christina's wedding. Conversation topics: TV shows (Jen says that she's seen them all) , Starbucks
Robbi Hill
Best Man
Adam first met Robbi in the fall of '07 shortly after moving to Colorado. Like most people from Iowa living in another state, they liked hanging out during large Hawkeye watch parties with other like minded friends. A deeper friendship formed when Robbi convinced Adam to ski Arapahoe Basin in January of 2010, and through the years has become one of Adam's closest and most trusted friends. Robbi is the father of two wonderful children, Jaxon and Camden, and husband to his beautiful wife Christina. Robbi currently works for Highlands Ranch Metro District. Conversation topics: Skiing (literally anything skiing)
Rachel Leighner
Maid of Honor
Christina met Rachel during her time at Alameda East Veterinary Hospital. Christina was sure that Rachel disliked her when they first met, but pretty soon they were inseparable at work, eating lunch together every day (always Chick-Fil-A) and talking about their shared love of reptiles. Christina knew she had a bestie for life. Rachel loves her many scaley and furry pets, taking her dogs hiking, and is one of the most knowledgeable veterinary technicians Christina has ever met. Conversation topics: Reptiles, veterinary medicine, tattoos, and life as a selective eater in a world full of gross food.
Matt Tilson
Groomsman
Matt is Adam's older brother. When they were younger, it seemed to Adam that maybe Matt didn't really want a younger brother. It didn't help that Adam would follow Matt nearly everywhere he went and insisted on hanging out with him and his friends. They were so annoyed with Adam following them that they had to tie him to a post on the front porch just to keep him from following them (true story). Fortunately, Matt came back to untie Adam and has since then has become less annoyed and much closer to his younger brother. Matt lives in Cedar Rapids with his lovely wife Cherie and their beautiful daughter Lily. He currently works in IT.
Nicole Davison
Bridesmaid
Growing up together, Christina and Nicole did not always get along, but now that they are adults, they have become friends as well as sisters. Nicole is Christina's youngest sister, and an accomplished pediatric occupational therapist who owns her own business. She lives in Los Angeles, CA with her cats, Cody and Ben. Conversation topics: Disney, her cats, and working with children.
Nick Konecny
Groomsman
Nick is Adam's oldest friend. They first met in 1st grade at St. Patrick's school almost 36 years ago. Through the years, their friendship has grown and matured. When, in 2019, Nick called to tell Adam that he was moving to Colorado with his wife, Kaley, and their two sons, Maddox and Hendrix, Adam was so excited. An avid outdoorsman, Adam was glad to have another close friend to share hiking, backpacking, kayaking and skiing with. Nick currently works for the Colorado Department of Transportation. Conversation topics: Health and fitness, hiking/backpacking, and most notably, kayaking/river sports.
Torie Moffat
Bridesmaid
Christina met Torie on her first day at Banfield Veterinary Hospital. Torie was polite and sweet, and Christina thought, wow what a nice person to work with! Christina quickly got to know Torie's sassy sense of humor hidden under that sweet exterior, and their back-and-forth banter became something Christina looks forward to in and outside the workplace. Torie loves her dog Karma, her cat Hermione, and her canary Lemon Marange. She also loves to travel with her sister, and her favorite band is The Killers. Conversation topics: Traveling, ghost tours, Las Vegas, and live music.
Clark Northway
Groomsman
Adam first met Clark in 2007 when a mutual friend, Brett Forkner, invited Clark over to watch a Bears game. Over the next few months they began to hang out more regularly (although they didn't see eye to eye about the Packers being the better NFL franchise). In early 2008 while Brett and Adam were looking for a rental house, they asked Clark if he wanted to be a roommate at the famous (infamous?) house on Cherry Way. Through all the good times, the get togethers, the laughs, growing up through their 20's (then their 30's), until now, Clark has been one of Adam's best friends. Clark is currently employed at Cherry Hills Country Club. Conversation topics: Sports
Alex Getter
Bridesmaid
Alex endeared herself to Christina by being one of the few people at work who wouldn't try to have a conversation with her at 7 am. It did not take long for them to develop a friendship at work through sarcastic comments and juvenile workplace pranks. Now, 2 years later, Christina considers Alex one of those rare individuals she can be her authentic self around. Alex is a weirdo who collects shoes, likes to travel and loves her cat, Havana, and her dog, Rocky. Alex is pursuing a career as a social worker and will one day be helping children in the foster system. Conversation topics: Sports, travel, and how awesome she looks in her suit.
Ryan Dodder
Groomsman
Adam can't remember the exact moment he met Ryan through Robbi but can remember immediately liking him as the guy who'll make you laugh with the funniest, if not wildly inappropriate stories and comments. Outgoing and friendly with a seltzer or Jamo ginger in hand, Ryan's outsized personality can often be viewed as the life of the party, but he's also a friend and confidant always willing to listen and pick you back up. Conversation topics: The Detroit Lions (poor bastard) or ask about stories that might embarrass Adam
Veronica "Nike" Moffat
Bridesmaid
Christina met Veronica through her sister Torie, and it was friends at first sight. Veronica's witty sense of humor and her candid personality immediately jived with Christina's personality. Veronica is a ride or die kind of person who would give you her last pair of shoes if you broke a heel on a night out. Or at least Mcgyver you a new pair out of your broken ones! She loves traveling and her dog, Olive, a little chihuahua with more sass than body mass. She also has two cats, Sam's Town and Sabrina. Conversation topics: Travel, Horror movies
Brett Forkner
Officiant
Adam has known Brett since 2001 when they both attended the University of Northern Iowa. A little more than a year following graduation from UNI, Brett moved in 2007 to Denver, Colorado with a mutual friend. Together they convinced Adam to follow his dreams and join them in Denver. While living on Cherry Way, Brett met his lovely wife Dawn and together they have two beautiful children, Bennett and McKinley. Brett currently does testing for Colorado's oil and gas industry. Conversation topics: Traveling, sports, whiskey
Madison Monnig
Flower Girl
Madison is Christina's niece and favorite little person. Madison loves to dance, playing with her friends, and going to Disneyland. She will be turning 8 years old in April, 2024. Conversation topics: Disney princesses, Pixar movies, Legos, and dance
Eric Monnig
Flower Bro
Eric is Christina's brother-in-law, married to Jennifer, and father to Madison. Eric is an easy-going guy who likes craft brews, sports, and hanging out with his family (not necessarily in that order). Eric graciously agreed to walk with Madison down the aisle as the Flower Bro. Conversation topics: Craft beer, Sports
Fred Davison
Father of the Bride
Fred is a caring father to his three daughters Christina, Jennifer, and Nicole, and his only son, Jason. He lives in Ontario, CA (that's California not Canada) and is currently enjoying his retirement after working several years as a store manager first for JC Penny, followed by a few years at PetSmart. Fred enjoys riding his bike along the beach, working on home improvement projects, and spending time with his granddaughter Madison. Conversation topics: Sports (especially football and baseball), family
Mike Tilson
Father of the Groom
Mike is the proud father of three children; Shannon, Matt and Adam, and grandfather of three grandchildren; Karle, Cole and Lily. He is a retired paint man having managed both the family-owned French Paint Co. and later Sherwin-Williams Automotive in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He enjoys spending time with his family, playing cards, Hawkeyes sports, the Green Bay Packers, volunteering at his granddaughter Karle's school, and bowling. Fun fact: he's the only man I know in any Hall of Fame, anywhere. Topics of conversation: University of Iowa sports, family