As sisters, Jena and Katie were inseparable from the start and grew to be best friends. Even though Jena may be older and a second mom to Katie, Katie is always there to help make the tough decisions for Jena... like what shoes to wear. Wedding conversation starters: One Direction, occupational therapy, and cooking/baking.
Anthony Marotta - Best Man
Anthony and Jim met at a birthday party in 4th grade and continued to develop their friendship ever since. They have a bromance that is unmatched. They both bond over sports besides their favorite MLB teams (Cubs vs Sox fan). Wedding conversation starters: basketball, movies, & conspiracy theories.
Allison Pahios - Bridesmaid
Allison is Jena's best friend and roommate from college. She is the most supportive and brings out Jena's outgoing side. Most of the time they were found in each others rooms laughing and listening to Allison's singing. Wedding conversation starters: her dog, nursing, and shots with Jim.
Max Rickerson - Best Man
Max and Jim have been best friends since kindergarten. No matter the distance between them, they always stayed connected through their love for video games. Wedding conversation starters: hockey, Las Vegas, and random fun facts.
Peyton Argyle - Bridesmaid
Peyton and Jena have been best friends since 7th grade. They were practically sisters with all the time they would spend together creating the best memories. It is only fitting Peyton joins Jena on her greatest adventure. Wedding conversation starters: Utah, cooking, and traveling.
Ben Schneider - Groomsman
Ben is not only Jim’s future brother-in-law but an insane Spartan Race competitor. Ben and Jim really bonded over a family fishing trip with Ben catching the biggest fish and the rookie, Jim, catching the most fish. Wedding conversation starters: wrestling, Arizona, and rock music.
Hailey Kirschsieper - Bridesmaid
Growing up together as cousins, Hailey and Jena were glued at the hip at family gatherings. It continued into college as they went to the same school and were roommates. It is really special having such a close cousin standing by Jena's side on her bog day. Wedding conversation starters: sports, event planning, and books.
Matt Schneider - Groomsman
Matt may recently be Jim’s future brother-in-law, but their relationship goes way back. Matt was friends with Jim’s sister Lexie and Matt and Jim would absolutely destroy DDR together. Little did Jim know, years later he would be marrying Matt’s sister. Wedding conversation starters: skiing, movies, and airplanes.
Lexie Kleczka - Bridesmaid
Lexie is Jena's future sister-in-law but while she was friends with Jena's brother, she didn't know Jena existed. Lexie was finally able to meet her after Jena came sliding into their lives... or down the stairs of the Lucia living room. Now, Jena and Lexie are excited to be able to bug Jim forever. Wedding conversation starters: her dogs, TSwift/JoBros, and Tacos.
Zack Kleczka - Groomsman
Zack is Jim’s brother-in-law and loves collecting anything Milwaukee sports related. Even though he is a Packers fan…..we will let it slide to allow him to stand up in the wedding. Wedding conversation starters: Wisconsin sports, his sports memorabilia collection, and Beggars Pizza.