Nicole & Joseph
Wedding Party
Rachel Bonk
Maid of Honor
I met Nicole 23 years ago and since day one she has been my best friend. Not that I had a choice, but I couldn't have asked for a better sister...and I guess, now I can also say I could not have asked for a better brother. My heart is so full of joy that I cannot express other than in gratitude to God for overseeing this lovely union. I am so excited for Joe and Nicole as they walk down the aisle and into this new stage of life. I will proudly stand beside and support their marriage and am honored that they'd have me do so. Here's to the Pingles...also Auntie Rachel can't wait to see little Pingleberries in the future :)
Ben Pingel
Best Man
I’ve been Joe’s younger brother for most of his life, and all of mine. I’ve been his biggest fan since the start, and he’s taught me many of the most important lessons in life. Some of these include how to: find the hidden warp whistles in Super Mario Bros. 3, ride a bike, jump ramps, ride dirt bikes, shoot guns, and drive a stick shift. When we moved to a different country or state, he was always there to be my best friend and let me hang out with him and his friends. I’ve been lucky to always have him to look up to and I’m so happy that he and Nicole found each other. I’m excited to get another sister and can’t wait to see what God has in store for their marriage. Love you guys. Can’t wait for January 3rd!
Blair Pefley
Bridesmaid
I met Nicole 2 years ago at East Central High School and we became the best of friends-after she got over all the bracelets I was wearing at the time. Nicole is my first ever real friend, she pulled me out of being alone all the time and gave my life excitement.
Jeff Pingel
Groomsman
I met Joe when I was born, but really the part I remember is when we actually started hanging out. I remember playing hide and seek in his huge basement with our siblings/other cousins, or later in life dirt biking out at our grand parents farm. Farther down the road where we were both wrenching, trying to get one of the Camaro's engines together (both sweating profusely lol) to cruising in his Integra down Memorial on one of my trips down. Really we both just clicked from the start. I would say Joe is more like a big brother at this point rather than a cousin. I'm happy to be as close as we are, and have the happiest wishes for him and Nicole as they go through life's next adventure!
Nicole Graham
Bridesmaid
Hey, I'm Nikki! Give me Jesus and I have everything! Throw in some chocolate, Mexican food, tea, sweet friends, a dance floor, a fishing pole and a camping adventure; and you've got a recipe for my perfect day! I'm so excited to stand by you on your special day!!
David Watkins
Groomsman
I never imagined when Joseph and I were sitting in the managers office, on our first day at Office Depot that I would be here, over a decade later, recruited to be a groomsman. Joe quickly became one of my closest friends, working those nights and weekends in a job that I would have absolutely detested if not for him. However, I digress, when we both moved on from there, Joe to college and I to a better job, we always stayed in touch and found time to visit each other. I can say without a doubt that knowing Joe all these years has made me a better person, he has always been a positive influence to those around him. I'm very excited to see that he has finally found someone, because I know he has been waiting long time. I pray that the Lord gives Joseph and Nicole many happy years together.
Kathryn Raines
Bridesmaid
"Hey, I'm Kathryn Raines. I've known Nicole since high school, and the both of us and our families have been through thick and thin together. I'm very excited to see her and Joe starting a new phase in life together. I know it's been something she has always wanted, and it's awesome to see God make it happen!"
Kyle Pinkstaff
Groomsman
Joe and I met in high school, a teacher asked us to say our name and a few of our hobbies. We both said dirt bikes, we've been best friends ever since. We have done nearly everything together from dirt bikes, cars and BMX bikes to hunting and fishing. I'm glad we are so close and am happy him and Nichole found each other and wish them all the best. Even if I'm only letting Nichole borrow him for a short time, she's gonna have to give him back eventually!
Rebecca Pingel
Bridesmaid
“Hi, I’m Joe’s sister, Becca! I’m an OSU grad who is currently pursuing a career as a pediatric occupational therapy assistant. I’m excited to have Nicole as a wonderful addition to our family!”
Josh O'hara
Groomsman
Hello there, I'm Josh O'hara. I would first like to say that it is such an honor being apart of Joe and Nicholes special day. I first met Joe at the church our families went to growing up as kids in Rockford Illinois. Although he lives in Oklahoma now we have always tried to make it a priority to see each other yearly and do manly stuff like shooting guns, going fishing, or best of all watching cartoons like south park and archer. I look up to Joe a lot as not only a friend but an older brother. Whether it be relationship advice, helping me with car issues or just needing a good laugh Joe has always been there for me. I wish him and Nicole the best of Luck as they start their new adventure together!
Bailey Moran
Bridesmaid
"To be chosen to be a part of someone's special day is an indescribable honor. To be chosen to be a part of yours is something even greater. From toddlers who could hardly speak, to standing at the altar-- man, what a ride. I love you, Nicole. I hope Joe knows what he's gotten himself into!"
Jon Bryant
Groomsman
I met Joe in high school. We've done quite a lot together as friends and had lots of good times growing up. Even though we have moved around a little bit these past few years we have always kept in touch and have made time throughout the year to get together and hang out. I'm glad we are all so close and such good friends to this day. I hope he and Nichole are and will be truly happy together.