The Mendel Center at Lake Michigan College

Wedding Day

Ceremony

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Summer

Please go to the RSVP tab to let us know if you plan to attend!   RSVP by Sunday April 7th 2024

Our Wedding

Justin and Kelly met the first day of classes at LSSU their Freshman year of college. They had English together and both could not find the classroom. After passing each other in the hall a few times and no luck finding the classroom, Kelly introduced herself. They found the classroom, sat next to each other, and the rest was history. Justin played basketball and Kelly played volleyball at LSSU. They spent all 4 years of college together, supporting each other through academics and athletic events. Shortly after college graduation Justin proposed! The happy couple is ecstatic to welcome you to their wedding website for all details and information. Thank you for joining us! To each other

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Grace and Kelly have been best friends since 6th grade. They went through middle school and high school together and remained like sisters even after high school. Grace is one of the most thoughtful, generous, kindest, gentlest people Kelly has ever met. Kelly is blessed with this friendship and thankful for such an amazing maid of honor to plan and stand by her on this special day and every day!

Grace Schoeplein 

Jordyn is Kelly’s sister in law! Over the years Jordyn has become a true family member, sister and close friend to Kelly. Jordyn is a competitive, fun, adventurous spirit who cares deeply for those she loves! Kelly is blessed to have gained Jordyn as a true sister and honored to share these special occasions with her! 

Jordyn Walter

Sam and Kelly have been best friends since 5th grade! In all these years of being close, Sam and Kelly have grown as individuals and best friends together through all life has brought. Sam is the most supportive, loving and sweet friend. Her smile brings joy and peace and Kelly is so happy to have her by her side!

Samantha Cifuentes

Emilea and Kelly met freshman year of high school during softball. They immediately bonded and spent high school growing their friendship. Emilea has brought so many fun times, memories, laughs and joy to Kelly! Emilea is strong, loving, brave and fun! Emilea is a friend who is always there for you through thick and thin and will be a rock for all she loves.

Emilea Winans

Alyssa is Kelly’s soon to be sister in law! Alyssa has always made Kelly feel like family. Kelly is blessed to be receiving such a kind, determined, talented and beautiful sister through this marriage! Alyssa knows how make people feel comfortable and loved and Kelly is excited to have her as a sister! 

Alyssa Fischer

Bethany also goes by Jo and met Kelly through LSSU volleyball. Jo and Kelly were in the same class and also played the same position! It was instant friendship the first time they met. Through all the ups and downs of college and athletics, their friendship grew. Jo got to witness all of Kelly and Justin’s relationship from the very first time Kelly saw Justin and told Jo she thinks he is cute. Jo is a very talented, bright, caring and supportive friend that Kelly is thrilled to have as part of her bridal party! 

Bethany (Jo) Wilson 

Jason is Kelly’s brother and Justin’s soon to be brother. Jason and Justin are extremely close and like to play video games together especially super smash brothers. They have also played in multiple 3 on 3 basketball tournaments together. Justin is very happy to finally have a brother!

Jason Walter

Evan and Justin have been best friends since middle school. Evan has been through it all with Justin and has been always there for the good times and bad. He supported Justin’s basketball career throughout high school and college. Evan is great person and Justin is extremely happy to have Evan by his side on his wedding day.

Evan Kerchief

Justin and Josh meet through fellow groomsmen Evan in middle school. The two love playing basketball, video games and bowling. Josh has supported Justin through everything and Justin is lucky to Josh by his side on his big day. 

Josh Spears

Matthew is Justin’s cousin and best-man. Matthew and Justin were born 11 days apart and Matthew has been like a brother to Justin. Matthew is a very supportive and caring person and I am lucky to call him my bestman and my best friend.

Matthew DesRosiers

Justin and Ryan became best friends in middle school. The two were travel baseball rivals for years until the two became teammates on the basketball court in middle school. Even though Ryan and Justin went to different high schools and colleges the two remained closed and never miss a beat whenever they get together. Justin is extremely happy to have Ryan by his side on his big day. 

Ryan Lux

Justin and Garrett have been best friends since kindergarten. They played travel baseball and basketball together all the way through their childhood. Garrett is truly a life long friend and Justin is extremely blessed to have Garrett by his side on his wedding day. 

Garrett Navarra

Wedding Party

Q + A

We have a block of rooms at Hampton Inn available for guests traveling for the wedding. Available to be booked both Friday May 10th and Saturday May 11th. Guests can make reservations using the link or directly with the hotel by asking for the group code FWD for Fischer Wedding. Please note that room block reservations are not prepaid, but credit card information is required to hold/guarantee each room. The cut-off date is set for Saturday, April 13.

Hampton Inn

We do not have a room block here but another great hotel option is The Inn at Harbor Shores! Hotel information below: Near Box Factory for the ArtsMake yourself at home in one of the 92 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and tablet computers. Rooms have private balconies. Wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary, and flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.When you stay at The Inn At Harbor Shores in Saint Joseph, you'll be on the riverwalk, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Harbor Shores Golf Club. This spa hotel is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Box Factory for the Arts and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Silver Beach.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Lake Michigan - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi Box Factory for the Arts - 1.6 km / 1 mi Silver Beach - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi Harbor Shores Golf Club - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi Lakeland Regional Medical Center - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi Intercare Community Health Network - 4.7 km / 3 mi Lake Michigan College - 9.7 km / 6 mi Sarett Nature Center - 11.1 km / 6.9 mi Grand Mere State Park - 15.3 km / 9.5 mi Contessa Wine Cellars - 18.1 km / 11.2 mi Karma Vista Vineyards and Winery - 19.2 km / 11.9 mi Andrews University - 23.9 km / 14.8 mi Round Barn Winery - 24.5 km / 15.2 mi Weko Park - 24.7 km / 15.3 mi Warren Dunes State Park - 27.4 km / 17 mi The preferred airport for The Inn At Harbor Shores is South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 56.1 km / 34.9 mi Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a sauna. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Getting to the surf and sand is a breeze with the complimentary beach shuttle.Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a 24-hour business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. This hotel has 4 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.Enjoy American cuisine at Planks Tavern, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 11 AM for a fee.

The Inn at Harbor Shores

Travel

One of our favorite places to view the gorgeous Lake Michigan and just minutes away from The Inn at Harbor Shores!

Kelly & Justin

Kelly & Justin

K&J

Wedding Day

2:00 PM–2:30 PM

Ceremony

4:00 PM–10:00 PM

Reception