Zach & Kelsey
Wedding Party
Kemi Johel
Matron of Honor
Kemi is my sister-in-law and wife to my oldest brother Patrick. Kemi and I have clicked from the first time I met her when her and Patrick started dating. They eventually moved to Grand Rapids and by an unplanned series of events, I ended up moving there as well a few years later. They were incredible support during this difficult life transition and Kemi is a friend I can always count on and always have fun with.
Joe Wilson
Best Man
Joe was my roommate in college, and although he now lives in Georgia he remains one of my closest friends. Whether you need to vent after a tough day or need help finishing off the last of the cookie dough, Joe is the kind of guy you want on your side. Regardless of being a High School Math teacher and football coach by day, we all need to be on the lookout for his "Remix to Ignition" on the dance floor in January.
Lindsey Crawford
Bridesmaid
Lindsey is Zach's older sister and my future sister-in-law. It was evident very quickly just how well we would get along. Lindsey is a family medicine PA who takes pride in her compassion for others through church organizations and beyond. Lindsey truly is one of the nicest, well-rounded people you will ever meet! She has a very good way of making everyone feel included and welcomed. She has introduced us to so many kind people that are still in our lives today. I am grateful for Lindsey's friendship and I am so happy for her to be my future sister-in-law
Patrick Johel
Groomsman
Patrick is Kelsey's oldest brother and was quick to make me feel welcomed into the family. He can take a joke and isn't afraid to give it right back, so it's no surprise that we got along immediately. Also living in Grand Rapids, Patrick is a great friend and is a role model husband to his wife, Kemi.
Anna Krempholtz
Bridesmaid
Anna and I go way back to Mr Goldman's 5th grade class. We've grown up together through choir and band concerts, musicals, making homemade movies with our friends, a mutual love for hockey, etc. Anna is now a thriving professional actor and scene artist in Buffalo. She is an amazingly supportive friend and no matter how long it has been since I spoke to her last, we can always pick right back up from where we left off. I had always pictured Anna standing by me at my wedding and I am overjoyed that we will be making this a reality
Mac Preston
Groomsman
Mac and I studied engineering together at Western Michigan. Whether we were tailgating at home football games, causing havoc in chemistry, or practicing wine fueled dorm karate - Mac is a part of some of my favorite college memories. Both Mac and his longtime girlfriend, Madi live in Grand Rapids and continue to be great friends to Kelsey and I.
Lauren Miller
Bridesmaid
Lauren is my older brother Kevin's long-term girlfriend. Lauren has been such a lovely addition to the family and fits right in! Her sense of style is just as fun as her personality! She is so sweet and easy to get along with. She is a fantastic baker and owns a bakery as a side business! We are so honored that she could join us all the way from Austin, Texas to be a part of our special day
Kevin Johel
Groomsman
Kevin is Kelsey's older brother and the middle child of the three Johel siblings. He now lives in Texas and has become a close friend that I look forward to calling family. Unfortunately for him, he was also the victim of an involuntary wintery run when I had to get him out of the house while I proposed to Kelsey last Christmas Eve. (Sorry again, Kevin!)