Mary Eileen & Matt Spence
Wedding Party
Ginger
Maid of Honor
Gingy and Mary met on the bar top at Bondai's in Fort Collins. Aside from dancing, they enjoyed many Sundays walking to the Denver Biscuit truck and browsing the farmers market for goodies to make for football . Years of riding and tons of laughter, this lovely Ginger became Mary's go to for all things. She may be type A, but to Mary, she's an A+! Mary could not ask for a better friend to stand by her side as she says "I do" to her own ginger man. If she tells you her name is Ally, she's lying...
Megan McGinnis
Best Woman
We found Megan dumpster diving behind a Walmart when she was two. After a lengthy debate and lots of crying (the sad kind) we decided to bring her home. Mom and dad had her many extra toes, tail, and horns removed shortly after to try to help her fit in. We discovered, after hiring an exorcist, that she was a demon spawn of the underworld. Eventually, we all got used to her speaking in tongues, the climbing on the ceilings, even the curses, and found room in our hearts for the little monster. In all seriousness, she has been my best friend my whole life. I am honored to call her my sister. She has helped me through so many things that words cannot express how grateful I am. She’s my hero.
Kyle Howes
Bridesmaid
Kyle and Mary met in high school through a mutual friend and there was no denying these two would be friends forever. If they're not joking around or embarrassing themselves in public, they're probably not in the same room. Kyle and Mary have enjoyed many a car trip and jam sessions to boy bands who have come and gone. Mary could not be more thrilled to have Kyle by her side and give everyone a good laugh along the way. He is truly one of Mary's dearest friends and he better have the tissues ready for this one!
Mike Kreutzer
Groomsman
Mike gained notoriety while working with the late John Hammond. He was the lead entomologist working under Hammond and the two became close friends. They decided to open a park together on an island of the coast of Central America, Isla Nublar. Sadly the project hit a snag when a bunch of people go eaten by dinosaurs. Mike fled the island, changed his last name, and enrolled in Holy Family to avoid the scandal. He ended up befriending an awkward ginger, its been cry laughing ever since.
Tracy Teel
Bridesmaid
There is no one more loving and caring than Mary's sister-in-law, Tracy. Tracy entered the Teel family when she attended Holy Family High School with the Teels. She spent college days at the Teel house in Fort Collins, giving Mary much needed advice and comfort throughout the years. Tracy is the positive role model and most lovely sister-in-law to Mary and Mary could not be more grateful to share this day with her by her side.
David Aragoni
Groomsman
I’ve known David for over 22 years, he’s enjoyed 1 of them. David, in his senior year of high school enrolled to become a hit man for the Italian mafia. Due to his sociopathic tendencies and no nonsense manner, he excelled. He climbed the ladder until he became, the much sought after, Consigliere. He soon met his beautiful wife Hannah and decided to leave the business. Thanks to his outstanding record, and fear for his own life, the Don let him leave, no strings attached. He continues to keep up the friendly, outgoing manner to stay of the radar. But please, don’t look him in the eye.
Allie Benkert
Bridesmaid
If you have never met Allie, there really are no words. Allie's outgoing, hilarious personality will surely brighten any day. Her laugh is contagious and she's never short of Harry Potter quotes. Allie came to know the McGinnis family when going to college with Matt's sister, Megan. When Mary met Allie, she introduced herself to Mary in an English accent. The following day when Mary asked who Megan's hilarious British friend was, the room burst with laughter at another Allie antic. This would be the first of endless hysterical moments together and Mary is honored to have Allie be a part of this very special day. She is a very special gal!
Mike O'Brian
Groomsman
I've known Mike since high school. He was very much the silent type, took a while to garner his trust. After some solid bus trips too and from school, that's when the stories came out. The one I remember the most was when he was in Central America with his good friend, Dutch. Dutch convinced him to come down with his team to extract a foreign minister. Things went south fast, and he barely made it out alive with Dutch. He would never go into much detail, but he would always rattle on about aliens. He does say the one plus from that nightmare was his ability to make booby traps.
Lauren Hugunin
Bridesmaid
Lauren and Mary crossed paths at CSU and became very close when they both moved to Denver post college. They began working at the Physical Therapy program at CU and quickly became inseparable. After working together all day, they would make dinner and explore Pinterest all night. Lauren introduces Mary to the best music all the time and the greatest places to dance. Her kindness and gentle heart is something to be envied. She has been there for Mary through countless St. Patrick's days and adulting troubles. She is an amazing, supportive friend and Mary could not be luckier to have her share in this special day!
Andy Patton
Groomsman
Andy likes music. He also has chickens. He probably likes eggs too.
Jenna Wardlaw
Bridesmaid
Jenna and Mary met at the trusty old Ramskeller at CSU. After college, Jenna and Mary decided to get out and meet new people. They joined several kickball teams, some more intense than others, but always followed games with flip cup. Jenna and Mary have shared travel stories, dance parties and St. Paddy's Day shenanigans. Jenna is an amazing friend and someone who has always been a positive woman in Mary's corner. Mary is so fortunate to have Jenna by her side as she marries her very own ginger man!
Bryan Winther
Groomsman
Ever since leaving Tatooine as a farmer and heading to St. Anne's Bryan has been an anomaly. He'd talk about farm life, multiple moons, buying stuff from the Jawa's, weird stuff. He believed about being something more though. That's when he found his mentor Obi. Obi, taught him to move stuff with his mind and encompass the "force", it was really freaky. College tricks in high school? His shenanigans were way out of our league. After a summer break during college, Bryan came back and told us that, not only did he have a blast at space camp, but he destroyed this thing called the Death Star by using the "Force". Apparently he kept our planet ending up like Alderaan? Still don't trust him though, all he talks about is his weird sword? I think it's just an expensive night light.
Danielle Burger
Bridesmaid
Danielle and Mary met aboard a ship in the ocean. No, seriously. They shared a room on a cruise for another bachelorette party and sailed off into the sunset. Danielle is the kindest, most genuine woman. She and Mary have shared many dance parties, wedding related tasks and events and hair tips. Mary is extremely grateful to have met and bonded with Danielle and treasures her friendship dearly. Mary is excited to add another dance party to the books with Danielle as she becomes a Mrs.
Mel Raddatz
Groomswoman
Mel has been in the majority of my life, and about 10 years ago, she became one of my best friends. I consider her the sister that I never had. She has the greatest story of how she met her husband. On Christmas, after leaving her parents, she heard a man’s deep baritone/sexy voice on the radio, living in Seattle, talking about his past relationship and the trials of raising his son, Jonah. She immediately fell in love, despite living in Baltimore. Under the radar, her friend secretly sent the love letter, she “hypothetically” wrote to him, requesting his presence on top of the Empire State Building on Valentine’s Day. Jonah loved the letter and secretly left. Chris, realizing, quickly followed. Upon arrival and finding Jonah, he saw Mel and fell in love. It was like, magic..
Mikaela Hickman
Bridesmaid
Mikaela and Mary met through a series of events, outings and park days with mutual friends. Mikaela's love for traveling and fun spirit made it easy for Mary to befriend. She is not afraid to get out and have a good time. Her laughter is contagious. There is never a dull moment and she is always up for an adventure of any kind. Mary is blessed to have such a wonderful friend stand beside her as she sets off on this new adventure with Matt.
Chris Raddatz
Groomsman
I met Christopher in college. We hung out but our friendship didn’t blossom until I was invited to be roommate. In the beginning, all formalities, then through kindness, it became my home. That’s when the stories came out and it gave me insight to his dark/awesome past. Chris is infatuated with cars, has loved and modified his whole life. He did a couple of street races and his success garnered the attention of two men, Brian and the legendary, Dominic T. The high jinx those three had! Truck highjacking, participating in the desert Race Wars, driving cars from one sky scraper to another, the stories were endless. Sadly, Brian passed and Chris called it quits soon after. The feds were just asking too much of him and Dom. I consider him family, and am very lucky to have him in life.