Wedding Party
Porter Johnson
Best Man
Porter is the son of the Bride and Groom, he is Cory's first born and his absolute best friend. The pair can often be found riding anything with a motor, doing wheelies and racing. Porter is also a momma's boy and loves to go shopping with mom, and just spend time hanging out. Fun fact about Porter: He began riding on his own dirt bike at the age of 2, and quickly learned to ride just like his dad. If you see him at the party, give him a high 5 or a fist bump.
Kyle Bladow
Best Man
Cory and Kyle have been friends for 10+ years. They hit it off almost immediately and have been close ever since. Kyle and Ashley also became great friends when Cory introduced them. The two guys can be found running through the woods at 3am hunting raccoons, fighting off bats, blowing things up, and laughing until they fall over in their chairs. Fun fact about Kyle: he’s the godfather to the flower girls. If you see him at the party, ask him to start his Harley.
Reagan Watkins
Maid of Honor
Reagan is Ashley's cousin and the daughter of Doug, one of the Ushers. She is sweet and sassy. She enjoys all the girly things and is currently obsessed with Mermaids. Fun Fact about Reagan: Porter is her best friend and she held her very first frog at Cory and Ashley's house. If you see Reagan during the day, make sure to tell her how beautiful she looks, she is very excited to be in her "princess dress".
Kayla Mortenson
Matron of Honor
Ashley and Kayla have been best friends for 7+ years. They met at Dough for Joe and after a rough start, hit it off and have barely gone a week without each other since. At any given time they can be found singing and dancing, or getting a four wheeler stuck in a slough. Cory and Kayla have grown up through out life together and they have just as close of a relationship, pretty sure Kayla was named Matron of Honor before the ring was even bought. Fun fact, Kayla is also the wife of our awesome officiant! If you see her at the party, take a selfie and a shot of Jag with her.
Nick Soliah
Groomsman
Cory and Nick have been friends more than 10 years. They are often making fun of each other, punching each other, or riding motorcycles. Although they can be pretty mean to one another, they have one of the best friendships and always find a way to make each other laugh. Cory always looks forward to grilling or smoking some good food and just visiting with Nick. Fun fact about Nick: he can grow a kick ass mullet If you see him at the party, punch him and run, it will be worth it.
Karlissa Soliah
Bridesmaid
Ashley and Karlissa met 8 years ago and have gotten closer and closer over the years. They make sure to hype each other up when the other is too late to even put make up on, more often than not, they are both going to be late to work.. but still stop for coffee. Karlissa is the type of friend everyone deserves to have. Whether her and Ashley are trying to swim in the kiddie pool, jump on the trampoline or yelling at Nick and Cory, they are always having fun. Fun fact about Karlissa: she can sing just about every Eminem song word for word. If you see her at the party, ask her about her "on point" dance moves.
Zack Hanson
Groomsman
Cory and Zack have been friends since grade school. They grew up like brothers and if you seen one, you often seen the other. From sleep overs, to game nights, they have always found a way to be in each others lives. Whether they see each other daily or go months without even speaking because life gets busy, they always pick back up where they left off. Fun fact about Zack: he can kill the vocals of "Down" by Jay Sean If you see him at the party, get him to giggle, you won't regret it, he has the best laugh you will ever hear.
Victoria Reesman
Bridesmaid
Ashley and Tori are cousins (it is weird to say Tori is her aunt). They have grown up and only seem to get closer as the years go on. Even though they live 4 hours apart, Tori never misses the big things, she has been known to pack a bag and make the drive just to be there for a birthday party, or a special event. Tori is always someone we can count on. From childhood picnics and making witches potion, to growing up, getting married and starting families, her and Ashley never miss a beat. Fun fact about Tori: she will always end up more tan than you in the summer, and she will make it a competition. If you see her at the party call her by her nickname: Turbo
Brandon Holte
Groomsman
Cory and Brandon have been friends for over 15 years. The two can often be found riding four wheelers and snow mobiles together and just having a good time. They have a ton of inside jokes and are guaranteed to always make each other laugh. Brandon is the kind of friend that Cory can call no matter what, day or night and he will show up. He will pick up and drive hours away with Cory just to pick up a new snowmobile, or hop on a crotch rocket and take off to Duluth. Fun fact about Brandon: he is Porter's God Father If you see him at the party, offer him a beer.
Brandy Hanson
Bridesmaid
Ashley and Brandy have known each other for more than 15 years. Over the last 5 they have grown extremely close and talk to each other more daily than they do the guys. They have a great friendship and Brandy can be counted on any time day or night. Fun fact about Brandy, she will fight a grown man and not even think twice, on more than one occasion she’s been known to tell Cory she would “beat his ass” lol If you see her at the party, avoid eating the adult only candy she likely has in her purse.
Trent Pitts
Groomsman
Trent is the nephew of the couple and him and Cory can often be found in the garage working on something, riding sleds or just picking on each other. Growing up Cory and Trent were close but now that Trent is an adult their relationship has developed into more of a friendship and they have a lot of fun together. Fun fact about Trent: when he was 3 he asked Ashley out on an ice cream date and dressed in a tux. If you see him at the party, congratulate him on getting into the welding program at NDSCS and pursuing his dream career.
Paige Rueter
Bridesmaid
Ashley and Paige have been friends for 13 years, they met when Paige moved into an apartment managed by Ashley’s parents and they hit it off immediately. They would spend days at a time together, eating junk food and painting their nails, going on walks to get healthy and ending at Holiday for more snacks. There is never a dull moment when they are together and no matter the distance they are always there for each other. Fun fact about Paige: she is the reason the couple got together, she had come to town and wanted to go out, Ashley had made plans elsewhere and Paige talked her into going to the bar where she and Cory exchanged numbers. If you see her at the party request Fishing in the Dark and get her on the dance floor, if your lucky she will sing Karaoke.
Haizlie and Izabel Johnson
Flower Girl
These adorable little girls are the Bride and Grooms daughters. They are little balls of energy with the cutest smiles you will ever see. Fun fact about them: they are identical twins If you see them at the party, make sure to tell them how beautiful they are!
Jack, Henry and Samuel Koza
Ring Bearer
These handsome little devils are the couples nephews! They are wild little things with personalities bigger than them, they love all things boy and can be found with graham crackers and tractors. Jack at any given time can be found dressed as a dinosaur and driving heavy equipment. Fun fact about the boys: Henry and Samuel are identical twins and 5 months to the day older than the flower girls. Jack can drive any heavy equipment better than most grown men. If you see them at the party, give them a fist bump and ask them about fishing, hunting, or tractors.
Doug Watkins
Usher
Doug and Ashley are cousins but grew up more like siblings. They share a very special bond that continues to grow and develop throughout all phases of life. Cory and Doug have become very close over the last year and enjoy having a beer and riding motorcycles together. Lately on weekends, you can find the two of them having a great time and making memories while keeping Ashley and Amy laughing. Fun Fact about Doug: He can catch a fish with his bare hands! If you see Doug during the party, hand him a shot of tequila, get him on the dance floor and have him teach you "How to Dougie"
Chase Larson
Usher
Chase and Cory have been friends for more than 10 years, they bonded over their love for all things powersports and love to hit the trails together whether that be on wheelers, or snowmobiles. Chase and Ashley became friends 8 years ago when Cory took her to Spider Lake for the first time, the two bonded over their inappropriate sense of humor and ability to laugh in awkward situations. We are excited to have Chase be present in all major milestones in our lives, and he always makes sure our family and mainly our kids are included and loved. Fun Fact about Chase: when he was a teen, he survived a horrific accident that should have killed him, but he is a badass and lives to tell the story proving he can handle whatever life throws at him. If you see Chase during the day make sure to hand him a Morgan and ask him about his love for corn on the cob!
Amy DePatie
Honor Attendant
Ashley and Amy met 4 years ago when Doug brought her into all our lives, and they hit it off immediately. Amy has been the perfect addition to the family and we are all so thankful we get to celebrate our big and small moments with her by our side. Her organization and calmness in hectic situations is what makes her PERFECT for this position. She will make sure all details are in place to make our day amazing. Fun Fact about Amy: she is the best bartender in Ottertail County! If you see her during the day make sure to tell her how great of a job she has done, and hand her a Mikes Hard!
Noah Koza
Bride Escort
Noah is Ashley's oldest child and will be walking her down the aisle along with her dad. Fun Fact about Noah: he is a walking Football stats expert and can tell you most things about any team and player. If you see him at the party, give him a high five and ask about the Vikings!
Dane Mortenson
Officiant
The wedding will be Officiated by Dane, he has been friends with Ashley for 18 years, and Cory 10+. When choosing the officiant the couple couldn’t think of a better option than someone who has known them together and apart. The memories and friendship shared with Dane makes this moment extra special. If you know Dane, you know he is a people person, and this will be an amazing ceremony completely from the heart. Fun fact about Dane: he grew up riding a Scottish scooter and is the couples personal chef! If you see him at the party, ask him what we built this city on, and get ready for a show!