Claire Eidenschink – Maid of Honor

Claire is Kate’s little sister, confidant, and personal comedian. She is also the life of the party on the dance floor. The two are often mistaken for twins (Claire is in the lavender dress).

David Anderson – Best Man

Dave and Chad met in high school and have shared countless memories together, many of which occurred when they lived together on the northside. Dave will always be haunted by the fact that Tyler Hansbrough went 4-0 at dook and was able to win a national championship –  unlike JJ Reddick.

Emma Vitale – Bridesmaid

Emma and Kate have been friends since middle school. During a fasting retreat at Emma’s church, they learned that Cheez-its have a much stronger aroma than you would think. The pair were also college roommates.

Cody Abdo – Groomsman

Cody is Chad’s oldest friend, with the two meeting in jr high. Early on; they spent so much time together at the Jacobsen’s lake that it led to Chad’s mom nicknaming him her “summer son”. To this day; he remains the world record holder for most home runs hit on MVP’s rookie setting.

Ann Dai – Bridesmaid

Ann and Kate have been friends since middle school. Your basic clarinet meets trumpet player friendship. Kate vowed that she would make friends with “that clarinet player that made All-State” and here they are today.

Thomas French – Groomsman

Thomas and Kate became friends in 7th grade reading class. Thomas is a huge Eye of the Tiger fan, he always requested it when they were in high school pep band. Someone make Thomas’ night and request this classic jam!

Krista Mathiowetz – Bridesmaid

Krista and Kate became friends while on the high school golf team. Krista’s identity was stolen while they were on a trip to the UK, so if you need to know how to cancel a credit card in a high stress situation, contact Krista.

James Stock – Groomsman

James and Chad have been friends since high school. James is known to many as ‘Slapjack Jim’, a nickname he was given 15 years ago when he promised to cook all of his friends pancakes. Failing to follow-through on his promise, he finally delivered during Chad’s bachelor party. They were well worth the wait. 

Suz Peterson – Bridesmaid

Suz and Kate became friends while in college marching band. They took a road trip to Denver in 2017. If you need ideas for conversation topics for a 28 hour road trip, or clarification on the difference between a DQ Grill and Chill and a Brazier, Suz is your gal.

Nate Sundby – Groomsman

Nate and Chad have been friends since high school. Their earliest bond can be traced back to Ms. Tollefson’s computer class, with their furthest away one coming across-the-pond when they invaded Twickenham Stadium in their purple suits. #Cheerio

Stephanie Anderson – Bridesmaid

Stephanie and Chad have been friends since high school, and for many years her lake served as Chad’s second summer home. They have taken many trips to Mexico, ‘Cabo Thursday’ will live on in infamy.

Bryan Lorenzen – Groomsman

Bryan and Chad have been friends since high school, and have shared time at sporting events, music festivals and taken many trips to Mexico together. Those who know Bryan know him for his iron-strength ankles and his ‘cultured conversations’.

Sami Harwood and Shayla Eidenschink – Personal Attendants

Sami and Shayla (Shay Shay) are Kate’s cousins. Their all-time favorite tv character is Disney Channel’s Beans from Even Stevens. Many fun times have been had when the pair visits Minneapolis for “Cousin’s Weekend”.

Matt Elliott – Usher

Matt and Chad have been friends since high school, and is father to Chad’s godson Maverick. From late night Fryin Pan run to cliff jumping in Jamaica, the two have done a lot together.

Tommy Costello – Usher

Tommy and Chad have been friends since jr high, getting pitched to buy ‘computer things’ by bums and showing the world how a true chilly willy is done.

Michael Risch – Usher

Mike and Chad have been friends since high school. A man who is in constant search of the perfect french dip sandwich. If you see him, give him your recommendation.