Wedding Day

Our Savior Lutheran Church

Ceremony

Country Chapel

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Fall

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Hayley first met Justin at work. At first she didn't know his name or anything about him but thought he was cute and liked the way he dressed (lol). After getting introduced at work she went onto a dating app to see if he was on it. She ended up finding him but was too afraid to swipe right on him so her mom did it for her. They started talking but it was right when the pandemic started and everything was shut down. A few weeks later, they finally hung out for the first time and their first date was in a Hy-Vee parking lot eating pizza. With everything still shut down, they got to know each other very quickly with their dates being in Justin’s jeep just talking about anything and everything. Their love story happened quickly as they both knew very soon into the relationship that they were each others person. Justin proposed to Hayley in December of 2021 and they cannot wait to get married and spend forever together.

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I met Jacqueline in our college sorority when we were paired up to read a poem together for recruitment. We have been inseparable ever since. I consider Jacqueline’s family as my second family. I couldn’t imagine going through life without Jacqueline by my side and I am so thankful to have her as a best friend and my MOH.

Jacqueline Spaniol

Renee was my first friend at EIU. We met the first night of our freshman year. I knew night one that Renee and I were going to be best friends. Renee and I know how to make anything fun when we are together, whether it is dance parties in Renee's basement, taking a drive and jamming to music or having Disney Movie Marathons.

Renee Taylor

Emma and I met in our college sorority at EIU. Emma is the life of the party and I was drawn to her free spirited personality. You can usually find us tearing it up on the dance floor together. I love going to visit Emma in Chicago regularly and consider Emma one of my closest friends. 

Emma Stephens

Brette and I met in grade school and have been friends for almost 20 years! Brette is one of my longest friendships and I couldn’t imagine my life without her. Brette and I have been through everything together and have too many memories together to count. I know that our friendship will last a lifetime. 

Brette Coughlon

Carrie and I met our freshman year of high school during cheerleading. We became inseparable after that. Carrie and I did cheer together all 4 years and I was Carrie’s base throughout it all. Carrie means so much to me and I cherish our friendship over the years. I am thankful that Carrie still lives close by and I love going over to see baby Cayson. 

Carrie Woodward

Dori and I met in college and she was another one of my sorority sisters. We were friends in college but it wasn’t until after college that we became super close. I reached out to Dori while I was working in Springfield to get dinner and we have been close since then. Dori is one of the most caring people I have met and I am so thankful to have a friend like her. 

Dori Stewart

Courtney is my Sister in Law and I couldn’t have asked for a better one! I look up to Courtney so much and I enjoy getting to spend time with her as much as I can. 

Courtney Hess

Leighton is my niece and I have loved watching her grow into a beautiful and sweet girl. I am so happy to have her stand next to me as my Junior Bridesmaid. 

Leighton Boyle

Seany and I grew up as neighbors on Wiley Road and have been best friends for nearly 30 years.  I'm happy to say he's an extension of the family (even though he's a Cubs fan). 

Sean Esterdahl

Jared is my brother. Even though he is younger I look up to him and am proud of the life he is establishing with his beautiful wife and daughter. I was a part of his wedding and I can't wait for him to be a part of mine. Love ya bro!

Jared Craig

Erl and I met through Dunlap JFL. We have been friends since just before middle school and also both attended Bradley University. We enjoy going to Bradley Basketball games and have season tickets together.

Jeff Erlandson

Brant and I met in highschool after he transferred to Dunlap. We became great friends immediately and played baseball together. Brant and I love going to Chicago Bears games and throw one heck of a tailgate. DA BEARS

Brant Teverbaugh

Scotty and I went to high school together but really became close friends after college. I lived with Scotty for about five years and had some of the best times of my life during those years. I know I can count on Scotty for anything.

Scott Hoerr

Alex is Hayley's older brother. I'm looking forward to gaining another brother who enjoys sports as much as I do.

Alex Hess

Houston is my nephew and the funniest (and cutest) little boy around! Justin and I are so excited to have him be apart of our special day. Aunt Hay Hay loves you so much Housty!

Houston Hess

Avery and Aria are daughters of Justin's cousin. I have completely fallen in love with them after spending time with them during our many trips down to Lake St. Louis.

Avery & Aria Sprague

Wedding Party

Q + A

<p>There will be a block of rooms under Hess/Craig for a discounted rate. You can call the hotel to reserve your room. There will also be transportation to and from the reception.</p>

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pekin (Peoria Area), an IHG Hotel

Travel

<p>Downtown Peoria has a lot of great breweries and bars if you want to make your way down there. Located about 20 minutes away from the hotel.</p>