Oak Hill Farm

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Fall

Our Wedding

Since 2011, we’ve been fortunate to share life’s adventures, travels, and excitement side by side. Now, we can’t wait to begin our next chapter with “Mrs.” in the story!

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Spencer is Danielle's younger brother who is known for his quick wit and laid- back attitude. Spencer is always up for a good time, making sure everyone has a reason to laugh!  He's ready to celebrate the big day by bringing good vibes and doing whatever he can to make the bride's day as smooth as can be, which after years of experience with Danielle, he knows it might not be easy, but it will be worth it! Our day wouldn't be complete without Spencer by our side.

Spencer Townsend 

Katie is Alyssa's oldest sister, which means she's had years of practice in the art of managing chaos, keeping things organized, and stepping in to take charge when things get, well, a little out of hand. She is ready to celebrate with love, laughter, and a touch of well-planned perfection. Because when it comes to big moments like this, Katie knows how to make everything unforgettable, and we know she will do just that for our special day.

Katie Davis 

Haleigh is Alyssa's older sister and is the self-appointed "funny one" in the family, Haleigh has spent years perfecting the art of making her sister laugh, even when she was supposed to be serious (especially when they were kids at the dinner table). If there was an award for making Alyssa laugh at the most inappropriate times, Haleigh would take home the trophy. She will be more than ready to make the wedding day fun and full of good belly laughs!

Haleigh Kunkel

Lindsey is Alyssa's sister, one-third of an unbreakable trio. They shared everything growing up (not by choice) but mostly because they were forced to- from a bedroom to their questionable matching Mickey Mouse outfits. Lindsey has shared a lifetime of unforgettable moments from childhood mischief to celebrating life's biggest milestone together. She is overjoyed to celebrate this new chapter and the love that brought everyone together. 

Lindsey Novak 

Dan is Alyssa's brother, the other one-third of the unbreakable trio. Supportive, loyal, and always willing to lend a hand (many years of house projects), Dan is the ultimate brother to Alyssa. Whether it was childhood adventures, life's challenges, or celebrating big milestones, he has always been by her side with a steady hand and a big heart. He is honored to stand by her side on this special day and looks forward to creating many more unforgettable memories. 

Dan Novak 

Alexis is one of the OGs to the Core Four group. Alexis met Alyssa through softball at Rockford College, and because of that, Alexis got stuck with Danielle too! From college softball days to memorable trips, she is always the one to add humor and fun to any situation. Whether it's a hilarious comment or spontaneous moment that leaves us all laughing, Alexis knows exactly how to brighten the day. She is a lifelong friend and we are so excited to have her by our side!

Alexis Hanfeld 

Alyssa has known Eryn since their days at IVCC, where they both attended and played softball. They were lucky enough to continue this at Rockford College and have stayed friends since! She's the kind of friend where conversations pick up right where we left off, and the laughter never stops. Eryn brings fun and easygoing energy that makes every moment together feel effortless. We are so grateful for her friendship and couldn't imagine celebrating this special day without her by our side!

Eryn Weber

If there's one person who's always up for an adventure, it's Emily. We met Emily almost five years ago, becoming friends over our mutual love of our pets. Whether it's spontaneous road trips, trying something new, or just making ordinary moments unforgettable, she brings an energy that is hard to match. And let's not forget her laugh- it's truly one of a kind, the kind that makes everyone around her smile. We are so happy to have Emily, and her laugh, with us on our wedding day!

Emily Micek 

Marah and Alyssa have known each other since Rockford College, where they were teammates on the softball team. Since college, Marah has kept Alyssa and Danielle on their toes....Marah is always invited, but with her, you never know until you see her car pull up if she is going to make it or not! Regardless of her mysterious nature, Marah is a friend who is down for whatever adventure gets thrown at her. We are so happy to see if Marah will be by our side on our big day!

Marah Erbe

Danielle has known Tyler for almost 25 years, and he is another OG member of the Core Four. Tyler has been there with Danielle as kids running around Forest Hills, to now adults trying to still run around at Forest Hills, and everything in between. There have been countless softball games, birthday parties, and travel adventures where Tyler has been the voice of reason- sometimes listened to, often not. We cannot wait to have Tyler with us on our wedding day!

Tyler Hanfeld

Alyssa and Danielle met David through softball, and from softball grew a friendship rooted in love of travel, dogs, and you guessed it, more softball! David is the type of friend who you know will answer the phone whenever needed and say yes to whatever crazy question we throw at him. David is ready for whatever the wedding weekend may bring and he knows he'll be asked to do at least one (or several) random tasks for us to make sure things run smoothly! We are so happy to have David by our side!

David Hayenga

Jude is Alyssa’s nephew, and at 15, he brings a mix of humor, energy, and charm to every family gathering. Known for his quick wit and teenager vibes, he keeps everyone smiling and makes even ordinary moments feel fun. His bond with Alyssa is filled with laughter and love...and she is grateful that her wedding day is cool enough for him to make an appearance. She is overjoyed to have her nephew by her side on this special day!

Jude Novak

Danielle has known Luke for almost 25 years, making him practically family by now. Since Alyssa and Danielle have started talking about getting married, Luke has said he would love to officiate our wedding...and we are so happy to be making that happen! We are so excited to have an officiant with the perfect combination of kindness and humor, and one who will end the night partying with us! Luke is a guaranteed fun time on the dance floor, with moves that will make everyone want to join in. 

Luke Weber 

Wedding Party

Frequently Asked Questions...and Answers!

Please feel free to reach out if there are any questions you have that are not answered here!

Q + A

For our guests who are traveling to celebrate with us (or those who are planning to dance the night away and will need a place to stay!) we suggest booking a room in one of the following hotels or inns near Galena. If you are interested in alternative locations or options (such as an Airbnb), please check out the following towns, all near Oak Hill Farm:Apple River ILDarlington WIElizabeth ILShullsburg WIStockton ILWarren ILWoodbine IL

Stoney Creek Inn Galena

Irish Cottage Inn & Suites

Grant Hills Motel

Ramada by Wyndham Galena Hotel & Day Spa

Darlington Inn

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Stockton, IL

Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

Days Inn by Wyndham Dubuque

Holiday Inn Dubuque/Galena by IHG

Best Western Galena Inn & Suites

Travel

There is plenty to do in Galena, whether you're looking to grab a bite to eat, get some drinks, explore nature or go shopping! Below are some popular options.

Otto's Place

Bread and Vine Galena

Fried Green Tomatoes

Galena's Kandy Kitchen

Galena Cellars Vineyard

The Galena Brewing Company

Horseshoe Mound Preserve

Hoof It Goat Treks

Chestnut Mountain Resort

Things to Do

We have chosen not to create a traditional wedding registry as we are fortunate enough to have acquired most everything we need over the thirteen years we have lived together. Instead, if you would like to give a gift, we would be so grateful for contributions toward our honeymoon and future adventures together. Our favorite thing to do together is to travel and gain as many experiences in new places as we possibly can, starting with our honeymoon in Banff, Canada. Your love and support mean the world to us, and we are so excited to celebrate with you! Thank you!

Danielle + Alyssa

Danielle + Alyssa

D&A

Ceremony

4:00 PM–5:30 PM

Cocktail Hour

5:30 PM–11:00 PM

Reception