Stephanie & Chris
Wedding Party
Holly Drag
Matron of Honor
I’m sure everyone has heard the story - she slammed a door in my face when I was three years old, the rest is history. She is my best friend and the closest thing I have to a sister. I can’t imagine anyone else standing next to me on my wedding day. Holly is mom to Aylin, my goddaughter and flower girl.
Sarah Hayes
Bridesmaid
U of M freshman roommates turned forever friends! Sarah grew up in Texas and how she ended up going to school in Minnesota still confounds me, but I am so glad she did! Sarah and I share a love for cooking, eating good food and she is my go to for all things wine/cocktails. She traveled many different places during grad school and I was lucky enough to visit her everywhere she went from Kansas City to Nashville and finally Nebraska. She is a true dog lover and Willow loved spending a weekend this year with her and Dax (Sarah’s mini Goldendoodle) in Minnesota!
Sarah Marcouiller
Bridesmaid
Took the same night psychology 101 class freshman year at the U, only to both end up applying to the nursing program! Sarah and I loved going on adventures together, especially after college. Whether it was flying standby to a country in which neither of us had been before, having wine nights at her house or going out and exploring Minneapolis. She is mom to Sadie, my goddaughter and flower girl.
Hannah Payne
Bridesmaid
My sister in law, married to my brother, Mark! Future parents who are making me Aunt Stephanie! Any time I need a good bar to check out for happy hour or a review of the latest new restaurant, Hannah has the deets. She is the absolute best thing that happened to my brother and I am honored to call her my sister!
Cassandra Gave
Bridesmaid
We met in nursing school and have been friends ever since! After graduating from the U, I met Cassi and her mom in Shanghai, China. We explored the city, experienced a very different culture and found some amazing shopping spots - a trip I will never forget!
Summer Vandergriff
Bridesmaid
Future sister in law, wife to Chris’ brother Chad! We have had quite the year both planning weddings and raising our puppies; she and Chad with Remi and Chris and I with Willow!
Chad Vandergrirff
Best Man
My one and only sibling. When we were not fighting we were playing or doing something together. He has always been my big brother who has helped and supported me through my life. I have always looked up to him, mainly because he has always been much taller than me. Chad helped me through my struggles and supported me through school. Some of my favorite memories are out on fishing trips and watching his college football games. He is my best man and my best friend.
Captain Travis DeWitt
Groomsman
My oldest friend. I have know Travis basically as long as I can remember. He grew up next to our cabin in Carlos, MN. We spent summers fishing, tubing, and breaking jet skis together. He is to blame for my Muskie fishing addiction. Travis is the best fisherman and outdoorsman I know. If we were getting married on a boat (which we did think about), he would do it! His adorable daughter, Myla, is also one of our flower girls.
Brandon Randall
Groomsman
Brandon and I met the summer before 9th grade in a football workout program. It was a hot day and I had no water; Brandon saved my life by sharing some of his ice cold water with me. We both looked at each other and thought - we will be friends for ever.
Tony Nguyen
Groomsman
I first met Tony in middle school playing Yugio cards, but our friendship didn't fully come to life until high school where we spent unknown hours in Tony's basement playing Halo 3. We have stayed very close through all these years. If anyone ever needs someone to ask an uncomfortable or inappropriate question, he is your man!
Tony Teich
Groomsman
Tony Teich, AKA Boss Man. There is never a dull moment around Tony. From back in high school to now, he always has something fun and clever to say. I think I quote him the most out of all my friends and he would respond it’s because he says the best things. He will be the one keeping the dance floor going and I am honored to have him standing with me on my special day.
Mark Payne
Groomsman
Mark is my soon to be brother in law. I have gotten to know Mark a lot more this year as he has joined our trap shooting league on Tuesday night. Both Stephanie and Mark are natural sharpshooters. I am 100% confident that they get their shooting skills from their mother. I am looking forward to many adventures and memories with Mark.