Sandy is Jensine's youngest sister. She has been with Jensine through all her seasons in life from childhood, college and to her career days. Sandy's positive attitude along with her spunky and silly self is bound to make any event, dinner, road trip or vacation extra special. She is known to be a natural with drawing crowds as she is able to provide all the laughs and giggles. She is a packaging engineer by day and an avid volleyball player.
Andrew Lauritzen - Best Man
The groom's oldest friend has been by his side since the days of middle school and in all of the stages of life since. Connor lived with Andrew and his now wife, Megan, for 2 years and had the honor of officiating their wedding in the summer of 2021. Andrew has always been a multi-talented man, never hesitant to pursue and excel in the interests he is passionate about. Andrew works as an arborist for Redmond Parks Dept. Andrew and Megan also own and operate Lauritzen Flower Farm out of Startup, WA.
Anna Leung - Bridesmaid
Anna is Jensine's oldest sister who has always been the protector of all her sisters growing up as kids. Anna is a go-getter, brave and always ready for the next adventure in life. She is an excellent travel and road trip buddy.
Gabe Yap - Groomsmen
Connor and Gabe met in their first week of college together at Oregon State University and were also Fraternity brothers at Pi Kappa Phi. Gabe is the life of the party, unapologetically honest, and as loyal of a friend as anyone could ask for. Connor and Gabe have shared some great times where they formed a lifelong friendship. Gabe works as a Deputy Sheriff in Sumner County, TN.
Verna Leung - Bridesmaid
Jensine's second oldest sister who is fierce, independent and stays rooted in who she is. She appears graceful with her long flowy hair but is also a force to be reckoned with. She is a true foodie, expert griller and will always feed us well when we are together. Verna and her husband, Adam are expats in China. She works as a 3rd grade teacher at the Shanghai American School, along with her husband who is the music teacher. Together they have travelled all over the world.
Spencer Lennon - Groomsmen
Spencer and Connor met at OSU and were fraternity brothers with Connor serving as Spencer’s “big brother” in the fraternity. Connor cherished this position and enjoyed being a mentor and supporter of Spencer who certainly did his best to ensure that role was not only a full time job, but a fun one! Spencer currently lives and works in New York City as Corporate Finance Consultant.
Bre Myers - Bridesmaid
She was the quiet girl in the back of the room in their graduate school days at George Fox University. Jensine learned overtime that she is a very intellectual and adventurous person. Bre is a Navy veteran and is dedicated to exploring the land and sea. Bre and Jensine have had many amazing travels to Uganda, Canada and Hawaii together. She is a pelvic floor physical therapist and avid diver in the Pacific Northwest.
Bryan Williamson - Groomsmen
Bryan was Connor’s first friend at OSU where they were roommates in the dorms and Fraternity brothers at Pi Kappa Phi. Quickly fast friends, they connected on their similar goals and aspirations. Bryan has provided Connor with endless inspiration as his accomplishments range from serving the county in the U.S. Army Reserve’s Judge Advocate Gerneral’s Corps (JAG) to working as an associate at a prestigious law firm in Washington, DC where he lives with his wife Tori.
Amanda Tamanaha - Bridesmaid
The shy girl who gave the Jensine her first hug and welcomed her when she first set foot in Oregon. They lived and studied countless hours together at George Fox University in physical therapy school. They have been on many road trips together along the west coast, Utah and in Hawaii. Amanda carries the aloha spirit with her wherever she goes. She is an acute physical therapist and she is ALWAYS running.
Peter Heaukulani - Groomsmen
Peter and Connor met at OSU where Connor recruited Peter to join his fraternity. Connor saw the genuine drive and motivation Peter possessed early on about the things he wanted to accomplish in his life which sold Connor that Peter would not only be a good fit for the fraternity but that they would be good friends for life. Peter works for the Everett Police Dept. Prior to becoming a Police Officer, Peter had a successful career in the National Guard rising to the level of Captain.
Pratibha - Bridesmaid
Jensine met Pratibha on her first day of orientation at Asante. Over the years, they built their friendship through outdoor activities which involve hiking and rock climbing. Jensine was also her witness for her Covid-19 wedding in the southern Oregon wilderness. She is an infectious disease doctor and is the lead vocalist/guitarist for The Antelopers, a southern Oregon folk band.
Erik Burkhead - Groomsmen
Erik and Connor met at OSU where Connor recruited Erik to join his fraternity. Erik has been a friend to Connor during the college years and beyond. Erik is calm, collected and driven and effortlessly navigates any challenge. Erik has had no trouble finding success in the network of tech business. Erik lives and works in Sacramento, CA with his wife Julia
Sarah Vanhoesen - Bridesmaid
The most eloquent friend of Jensine, Sarah was her first work friend as a physical therapist in southern Oregon. They have taken many continuing education courses together in New York, Washington DC, Montana and Colorado and explored many national parks together. Jensine and Connor actually met on her wedding day in July 2022. She is an orthopedic specialist/pelvic floor physical therapist and the person you want to hire to plan an EPIC and detailed oriented trip.
Zach Vanhoesen - Groomsmen
Zach and Connor met at OSU where they were pledge brothers with Bryan and Gabe at Pi Kappa Phi fraternity in the fall of 2012. Zach, Bryan and Connor became fast friends, bonding over their motivation and aspirations to grow and develop the fraternity. Always a jokester, Zach provided many laughs and fun times for Connor in college and beyond. Connor was a groomsman in Zach’s wedding in the summer of 2022, the occasion that allowed him to meet Jensine. Zach lives and works in Medford, OR as a Veterinarian with his wife Sarah.
Kristen Alleman - Bridesmaid
Kris was one of the very first person that Jensine met while living in Southern Oregon. They first met a small church gathering and have stayed close friend since. Kris and her husband Brett, introduced Jensine to dancing world and pushed her to buy her first home in Oregon. Kris is a go-getter, professional choreographer dancer and all around the person you want to back you up!
Jeff Dyer - Groomsmen
Jeff and Connor met at OSU where Connor recruited Jeff to join his fraternity and knew that they would be good friends for life. Jeff and Connor were roommates during their time spent living in the fraternity house which led to countless good times. Jeff always had an eye on the future and his talent, intelligence and motivation are embodied by his current profession as an aerospace engineer where he designs and tests satellites for Boeing. Jeff lives and works in Los Angeles, CA with his fiance Missy