Wendy & Jonathan
Wedding Party
Karley Killion
Matron of Honor
How we met… Technically at QuakeCon 2023!! Ever since then Karley has been a constant presence in Wendy’s life! Even though they live far apart that doesn’t stop them from talking daily or playing Overwatch daily!! Karley has grown to be Wendy’s best friend!!
Jessica Banke
Maid of Honor
How we met… Jessica is actually Jonathan’s little sister and Wendy’s soon to be sister-in-law!! Jessica has been fantastic with making Wendy feel like a part of the family and is always willing to help!! They’ve grown to be great friends!
Melissa Torgerson
Bridesmaid
How we met… Melissa is actually one of the doctors that Wendy works with!! She has always been there for Wendy and helps keep her sanity daily at work!! They grew to be friends and not just co-workers very quickly!
Shelby Fincher
Bridesmaid
How we met… Shelby worked for a medical supply company that Wendy’s office used daily! Shelby was Wendy’s point of contact and over time they became close friends!!
Adam Wells
Bridesman
How we met… Adam is going to be Wendy’s brother-in-law!!! Adam and Wendy grew close when Wendy first met the Banke family, he welcomed her with open arms!!
Lacey Bauman
Bridesmaid
How we met… Wendy and Lacey have been friends since 2nd grade when Wendy tried to copy her work in class lol!! They’ve gone through so much since then, even though Lacey lives states away they have always kept in contact!
William Stephens
Best Man
Will and Jonathan met in 2nd grade shortly after moving to Trophy Club. They were on the same sports teams for years, constantly at each others houses and continue to game together and remain best of friends until this very day.
Britt Koestler
Groomsman
Britt and Jonathan met around middle school age and bonded over soccer and cross country in high school. Britt’s family promptly adopted Jonathan as an extra son and frequently had him over a lot of weekends. Britt’s daughter is also Wendy and Jonathan’s flower girl!
Jason Stephens
Groomsman
Jason is Jonathan's brother from another mother, playmate since grade school, life of the party and all-round great guy! Jason has always been there for Jonathan and we are honored to have him in our wedding party!
Jared Banke
Groomsman
Jared is Jonathan’s eldest brother and doppelgänger (hahaha). No seriously, if you look at them they resemble each other in many ways! Jared has always been a loving and supportive influence in Jonathan’s life for as long as he can remember.
Kevin Banke
Groomsman
Kevin is the elder of Jonathan’s twin little brothers! Kevin is a constant source of support, advice and wisdom for Jonathan. Kevin opens his home and heart to anytime Jonathan is in town. He also gave us our puppy Theo!!
Patrick Cappadonia
Groomsman
Patrick is Wendy’s uncle on her mother’s side. They grew up together because they are around the same age! Patrick is the last of 11 children and has always been there for Wendy.
Richard Wright
Usher
Richard is Wendy’s eldest nephew!! Wendy and Richard have been close since day one!! Richard is an incredible young man who cares deeply about everyone around him, he helps out even when not asked!! We are so excited to have this young man in our wedding!!
Sienna Wright
Jr. Bridesmaid
Sienna is Wendy’s eldest niece and the one who made Wendy an aunt!! Sienna is an amazing young woman and makes everyone feel so special and loved!! Having her as a Jr. Bridesmaid has been a dream of Wendy’s!!
Mackenzie Wright
Jr. Bridesmaid
Mackenzie also referred to as “Kiki” is Wendy’s niece! Kiki has an amazing outlook on life and amazes the family daily! She’s grown up to be a fantastic person and a wonderful light in the world!! Wendy is so excited to have her as a Jr. Bridesmaid!!
Rosie Koestler
Flower Girl
Rosie is our flower girl and we could not be more excited!! Her father is one of Jonathan’s closest friends and groomsmen!! We can’t wait to see Rosie do her walk as our flower girl!!!
Fletcher Wright
Ring Bearer
Fletcher is Wendy’s youngest nephew! Fletcher keeps the family laughing by just being Fletcher! He is so incredibly smart and he means the world to Wendy! We are honored to have him as ring bearer!!