Gina & Stefanie

July 27, 2024 • Downers Grove, IL

Gina & Stefanie

July 27, 2024 • Downers Grove, IL

Wedding Party

Jorie Zelinka aka JZ - Matron of Honor
I met Jorie in 5th grade band. We have remained best friends over the years. She is my ride or die. Jorie has been a part of my life for as long as i can remember. From getting home from school and talking on the phone for hours playing super mario brothers together. Long car rides jamming out to music in the famous ford tempo. She has been a part of my family, coming to numerous family picnics and parties. Jorie is the sister I never had but the sister I got to choose in this thing we call life. She had been there for me in the hardest of times. Helping me when I needed her the most. I couldn't imagine my life without her in it. I am privileged to have her stand by me on this big day. I wouldn't want it any other way. Love her to pieces
Deana Lavigne - Matron of Honor
Deana and I have been best friends since I was 16 working at the famous K-mart or the big K as we used to call it. We've been bowling together for many years. We even talked our mothers into bowling with us. If we are talking we are usually finishing each others sentences. We are usually thinking the same things even. Pretty scary how two people could be so alike. We are two peas in a pod!!! We have been there for each other over the years and will continue to be there for each other. I am so excited for Deana to stand by to as I say I do.
Lauren Gato - Bridesmaid
Lauren is my godchild and oldest niece. She is everything to me. Lauren is the most fun loving, caring person I know. Watching her grow up into a beautiful women is amazing. She is something special. I love watching her concur the world ahead of her and I can't wait to see what she does with it. I am so excited to have her stand by me on this special day. I am so honored
Amy Tagtmeier - Bridesmaid
Amy is my future sister in law. She has welcomed me into this family being an "outlaw" herself. We always have a great time when we are together. I am honored that she will be standing by my side on this big day!!!
Kelly Tagtmeier Schmidt - Matron of Honor/Officiant
Kelly Marie or as I call her Pal of Mine is my little sister! We didn't always get along when we were kids but as we have gotten older we have become the best of friends!! We have been through the good, the bad and the ugly but through it all we have ALWAYS had each others back! I am truly honored to have my sister as my Matron of honor and the officiant for our wedding!!
Jaden James Bedell - Best Man
Jaden James is my pride and joy from the first day I held him in my arms! When he was 7 years old, I asked him if he would be my best man if I was to ever get married, of course he said yes! When I told Jaden I was getting married he was hoping I would keep my promise and of course I kept it!! But I did make him sweat it out for a few months before I asked him...hahaha I am truly honored to have my Jaden James, My best man at my side on my special day!!
Steve Tagtmeier - Groomsman
Ssssssssssteve is the best brother I could have ever asked for! We usually got along but did have our fair share of fights, but no matter what we ALWAYS had each others back! Our love of music comes from our Mom and we have been to countless concerts together! I am truly honored to have my brother standing by my side on my special day!!
Joel Robert - Groomsman
Where shall I begin with the one and only Joel Robert!! He is one of the greatest guys I know and I'm so happy he is a part of our family!! Joel keeps everyone on their toes and always wondering what his next move is....haha...Joel Robert has a heart of gold and would do anything for anyone!! He is one crazy man (as grandmother would call him) and I am truly honored to have Mr. Joel by my side on my special day!!
Jason Nied - Groomsman
Jason or as my entire family knows him as Jman has been one of my best friends and my big brother for 30 years!! He has always been there for myself and my family!! Jman is a "one of a kind" and has a heart of gold!! He would do anything for myself and my family and we do the same for him and his family!! I am truly honored to have my best friend, my big brother by my side on my special day!!
Brian Pocewicz - Groomsman
Brian has been my best friend for 34 years!! In high school, he would leave my house, go to Burger King to grab food for us, come back and sneak into my room through the window!! We would stay up for hours talking and playing rummy in my room, then he would sneak out and head home and that happened just about every night...hahaha Brian and I are two peas in a pod and have been since the first day we met!! We love watching sports games together but watching Michael Jordan and the Bulls was our favorite to watch!! Who didn't love watching Jordan play!! I am truly honored to have my best friend by my side on my special day!!
Lindsay Gato - Bridesmaid
Lindsay is hilarious and reminds me so much of myself. She has a heart of gold and would do anything for anyone. I love spending time together even though we are so far apart. Lindsay is a huge animal lover, if she could she would bring them all home. It is awesome being your aunt. I love watching you grow into an amazing young lady. I am so excited to have you stand by me on this big day.