Wedding Party
Kennedy Scheich
Maid of Honor
My best friend and former roommate (God bless her). She's a beauty to behold. Nobody knows the entire High School Musical discography (or me) quite like Kennedy Scheich does. She was my roommate when I met Mitchell meaning she had to field all of my "Is four months too soon to tell him I love him??" and "Is this shirt appropriate to wear to meet his parents??" questions. 10/10 amazing friend, and would talk about conspiracy theories with anyone and everyone. She is also probably one of the smartest people know. She's my very best friend and I am so glad to have her. Kennedy, I wish I could roast you for 200 more words but I value my life and know you are medically trained. You'll always be hot black jeep girl to me <3. (Seriously though, try and find a better best friend. Ya can't.)
Nick Schley
Best Man
Fraternity brother, great friend, and arguably one of the worlds greatest amateur golfers alive. Words do not do justice to the man that is Nick Schley. Second only in rapping skills to The Real Slim Shady himself. Mitchell lived with Nick for most of their time in college and was his direct next door roommate in their final year of school. Many of Mitchell's best stories from college include Nick. Nick is also one of the few people to bear witness to the start of Mitchell and I's dating life. So who better to stand by Mitchell's side as we say "I Do" at the altar? We are lucky to know him, and can't wait to see him out on the dance floor. It's a fact that the world is a better place because Nick is in it. God bless Nick Schley.
Nikki Leuzzi
Bridesmaid
Been lucky enough to know this one since birth. She may technically be my cousin, but she's also one of the absolute closest friends I've ever had. Nobody can match our weirdness, and no one else gets me quite like you. The term "Ride or die" doesn't quite do our love for one another justice. From absolutely belting Hilary Duff in her basement to walking down the aisle at my wedding (something we have 100% practiced together before), I love her unconditionally since then, and for always. So beyond thankful for you, all the laughter, and all the years together (and the many more to come!).
Gino Pellegrene
Groomsman
Mitchell and Gino have been lucky to know each other since birth. Although they may be cousins they love each other like brothers and I promise they really are related (even though they look absolutely nothing alike). He's the master of always having a new hobby, and never one to let himself be tied down by one dream. Very easily could have been a famous philosopher in a different life.
Nicole McAleese
Bridesmaid
Words don't do Nicole and I's friendship justice. I tried to keep this short but a paragraph and too many inside jokes later I decided to keep it short and sweet. Friends since high school, its very obvious we've been friends for upwards of 10 years now due to the severe lack of "serious" pictures we have together. Exhibit A: the most recent picture we've taken together we're both wearing wigs. Sister from another mother, stuck with me forever, and love you till I die. Together, shenanigans can and will be had, and Tres Locos can and always will ride again. #treslocos4ever
Ben Hyde
Groomsman
Another one of the Dynasty crew and life long best friend to Mitch. He is one of the kindest humans alive and is always there for his friends. Whether it be needing to travel for a guys trip or with an embarrassing story from high school. You can always count on Ben to be there. Known for his amazing Spanish skills and his elite ability to make music playlists. If the DJ somehow cancels we can safely rely on Ben to take over the aux chord. You can run, but you can't hide - from the handsome presence of a one, Mr. Benjamin Hyde.
Sarah Aman
Bridesmaid
Mitchell's younger and only sibling (and my new sister). It's not a total stretch of the truth to say one of the best parts of marrying into Mitchell's family is that Sarah and I will officially be sisters. She is one of the most beautiful human beings (both inside and out), and also probably the funniest. I could easily fill a novel with all the words that describe how wonderful she is; but to put it simply, I am lucky I now have her in my life and now as family too <3. Sarah is currently living her best life in North Carolina and doing a one-woman campaign to get Mitchell and I to move there too. We love you Sarah!
Mike McCann
Groomsman
I would have written this sooner but I spent too much time laughing at this amazing picture. As a professional race car driver, and 1 of (4) professional Dynasty members, Michael and Mitchell clearly go way back. Mike is truly one of the kindest people alive. He never fails to let those around him know how much he values them and how deeply they are cared for. Mike will always be number 1 on the race track and number 1 in our hearts. Its a fact that everyone could use a friend like Mike McCann.
Erika Alva
Bridesmaid
Probably one of the hottest girls to ever attend XU (besides you Ken love you girl). Erika was my neighbor (and sometimes pseudo roommate) basically all through college. One of the sweetest and most thoughtful humans alive, nobody knows how to make someone feel special and valued quite like Erika. She never forgets anyone's birthday, and always shows up for the people around her. She's never let me down and I can say with 100% honesty that I couldn't have gotten through college (or life) without her. Thankful for her friendship and that I have her in my life.
Tim Turner
Groomsman
That's right folks, his name really is Tim Turner (or as friends call him, Timmy). Although he may not have had Fairly Odd parents himself, Tim is still blessed with all the personality, humor, and good looks one man can have. Another founding member of the Dynasty and 1/4 of Mitchell's best friends since childhood. Catch him on the dance floor with his beautiful wife or holding his now 1 year old baby girl Nora. Nobody is a kinder or better human than Tim.
Erin Duffin
Bridesmaid
Human sunshine, and best friend in Bloomington. Latched on to her and refuse to let her go. One of the kindest and sweetest people you could ever be lucky to know. Always down to join my last minute "Let's get DQ" runs, and truly someone I could not do without now that I have her in my life. From spending our evenings doing "hot girl walks" to painting and listening to music, Erin and I can spend hours just hanging out and running errands. And if that isn't "best friend forever" energy I am not sure what is.
Steve Coss
Groomsman
Many words have been said about the man, the myth, the legend that is Steve Coss. A founding member of the Dynasty (aka Mitchell's "since childhood" friend group). Grade A human being and an honored member of the US Navy. We hope he isn't too busy saving the world to make it to our wedding (actually not a joke) and if writing a letter to the President would get him leave, we'd have already written 150. Please tell the government to let us borrow you for just ONE weekend okay? Thank you!!
Sam Detullio(soon to be Leduc)
Bridesmaid
Another prime example of "such good friends that we have 5 pictures together" syndrome. One of the few people in this world to see me cry, my last two years of college would not have been even remotely fun without Sam. Has a wrecking ball level force of energy in such a tiny body. She loves fierce, and laughs loud. Has made me say "Sam get off the table" more than once, and used to call me "Mom" out in public to get my attention. Soul sisters. Also such close friends we're getting married two weeks apart. Of course hahaha
Cole Paarfusser
Groomsman
Mitchell's best friend in Bloomington and his go to person to share bourbon with. He's a stellar individual and one of the few people who is as down to fish (whenever and wherever) as Mitchell is. He and Mitchell can talk sports and bourbon until my ears bleed. Thankful for his friendship and already on the way to forgiving him for moving back to IL and away from us. Can't wait to celebrate him and Jessie on their wedding the weekend after ours. #midwestbuddiesforlife
Alondra Mancilla
Bridesmaid
A founding member of the "Tres Loco" group, she has been with me for 10 years now and then some. We made a pact to be friends forever and that will always be true. From all night Rockband World Tours, to dragging her to my family parties. My high school years (and life) would not be the same without her. Constantly on our silliest behavior at the highest level of pure ridiculousness - it was a fact that where I went, Alondra was the person I was forcing into going with me. Forever singing Corazon Sin Cara by Prince Royce at one another. We will stay playing boozy Candyland while bumping "No Interruptions" by Hoodie Allen till were 90 years old in a nursing home with Nicole. Tres Locos 4ever. Catch us acting like fools on the dance floor.