Wedding Party
Millie Sechrist
Maid of Honor
Millie is one of the funniest people and I am not ashamed to admit she is funnier than me. She was my childhood roommate and also college roommate. We literally could not do homework together, because we would laugh and end up talking instead of working. She is a self-proclaimed third wheel and got all the tea while I was dating Toby. She was my sounding board ( I have trouble making decisions without her), stylist, and confidante. I am so glad I got to walk through so much of my relationship with Toby with Millie at my side. Also shoutout to Millie for helping Toby plan the engagement and take pictures.
Emily Stillwell
Matron of Honor
Emily was my first best friend. She taught me all I needed to know about life and I'm sure that will not stop any time soon. Even though she made me play school (me being the student) and wanted to match in dresses to church I still looked up to her and wanted to do everything I could to be like her. Emily lives in North Carolina with her husband Chancellor. She lives far away but it makes for a fun girls trip whenever I get to see her!
Jessica Buller
Bridesmaid
Jessica and I began our relationship at Tabor College and our friendship grew when we got stuck in Argentina during a summer mission trip. In college, we enjoyed watching Community, exploring new places, Rhubarb trips and dreaming about different places we wanted to visit. She matched my level of excitement to go look at cows and we would make weekly trips to see local cows. Jessica has such a love for Jesus, missions and has been a safe place for me to process and sit with during tough times.
Sarah Rathbone
Bridesmaid
Sarah is one of my oldest friends. As kids, we created secret handshakes and clubs and loved to make High School Musical music videos that are now hidden. I always liked sitting next to her on the bus ride home from sporting events to listen to Taylor Swifts music since that wasn't an artist I got to listen to at home (We Are Never Getting Back Together was my JAM). She was always my passing partner during High School volleyball and is still one of my biggest supporters and confidantes. Now we don't remember our secret language but still share a love for Broadway musicals, cows, New Girl and Zendaya. Sarah is so wise and I always know I will get her honest opinion when I ask.
Chloe Pankratz
Bridesmaid
Chloe was one of my first friends that I told about Toby. She was very excited and listened to me as I talked and talked over facetime and tried to figure out what my next move should be. She is one of my biggest hype girls. Although we are very different, we have always been able to connect and hold each other accountable in our walks with Jesus, through the highs and the lows.
Michaela Penner
Bridesmaid
Michaela is my future sister in law and I am so excited! She is expecting a new baby in April, but will be a new mom to a baby girl! When Michaela and I first met I knew that we were going to be good friends. We share so much of the same heart. I cannot wait to be part of the family!
Ethan Penner
Best Man
Ethan has either been my best friend or worst enemy for my entire life. When I was young, Ethan and I fought like most brothers do--getting each other in trouble, intentionally annoying each other, etc. Ever since then, however, he has been the big brother that every little brother needs. He has been my stabilizer through tough times and my cheerleader through good times. His wisdom has guided me through major decisions, and his inside jokes have kept me laughing from miles away. Most importantly, he always points me back to Jesus and pushes me to seek Him every day. Ethan works in construction and is always doing ministry, whether paid or volunteer. He enjoys DIY home improvements, leading worship, and playing ultimate when he can. He is married to Michaela who is expecting their first child in April.
Lonnie Penner
Groomsman
Ever since I can remember, I have always wanted to be like Lonnie. He was good (really good) at every sport, which helped ignite my desire to make the most of my athletic talent. I followed in Lonnie's footsteps in a number of ways--cheering for the Chiefs, Royals, and Jayhawks, taking a summer missions trip to Mongolia, playing college sports, eating graham cracker/frosting sandwiches, and being colorblind. Even though he had left home when I started playing sports, he still managed to support me in whatever way he could. This meant a lot to me and spoke my love language of "sitting in the bleachers." Lonnie married Danielle in April 2022, and I have loved getting to know her and her daughter, Addie. Danielle is also expecting their first child together in May! Lonnie works at Wake Forrest University in sports marketing. He is an avid sports watcher, accomplished wood worker, and proud girl dad.
Wes Stewart
Groomsman
I met Wes in 2017 when he started dating my sister, Julie. He started showing up at my soccer games, and we bonded over our love of sports. He and Julie have let me come over to watch chiefs games, play dominoes, or just to have uncle time with their two kids. Wes is easy to get along with and he can strike up a conversation with anybody. He leads his family well, and he has taken on his new Dad role with pride. Wes and Julie have 2 children, Raelyn and Jerrik. He has worked in law enforcement for over a decade and currently is a Butler County Police Detective.
Tanner Sechrist
Groomsman
Tanner is Abby's brother, my soon-to-be-brother-in-law. I have enjoyed getting to know him the last couple years while my relationship with Abby has progressed. I'm glad he did not write me off after my first attempt to date Abby was not successful. We have enjoyed watching Chiefs games, quoting movies, and playing disc golf together. Tanner is one of the funniest people I know, and whatever room he is in or conversation he is a part of is always filled with stories, laughter, and joy. Tanner is a science teacher and coach and has worked in the Cimarron district in western Kansas for five years. We are very excited that he is moving back to the Wichita area this summer!
Pierce Klaassen
Groomsman
Pierce and I met at Tabor my sophomore year and his freshman year, but we really grew close my final two years at Tabor when he started running track and cross country full time. Our track talents crossed over at 800m, so we suffered through numerous mid-distance workouts together. My favorite memories with Pierce include a small group Bible study at Tabor and running together on a national-qualifying 4x800 relay. He is one of the most selfless and hard-working people I know, and he will help with whatever he can in any situation. I always feel energized and built up whenever we hang out. We enjoy talking about track, reliving old basketball memories, watching Chiefs games, and playing disc golf. Pierce graduates from Tabor in May and will start at KU Med School in the fall.
Jordyn Vogt
Groomsman
Jordyn is one of my oldest friends since we grew up together as the youngest two Smith cousins. We have spent countless hours together playing cards at family gatherings, on the lake for ski runs, watching each other's track meets and ballgames, and learning how to be good uncles. My favorite memories with Jordyn have been spending days together during our annual family camping trip in Missouri. Jordyn has always had a heart for serving others, which has led him to pursue a career in firefighting as a first responder. He is also a farmhand for a farmer near his hometown of Hesston, KS.