Kristen is Kendra's younger sister and built in life long best friend. Kristen works at Cullen's Home Center in Alexandria selling furniture and custom blinds! She went to school in Alexandria and has stayed up ever since!
Kristyn Aarestad - Co Maid of Honor
Kristyn is Kendra's childhood best friend. Growing up across the street from each other made it easy to see each other every day! Kristyn just finished graduate school for Speech Pathology and works full time at Urban Speech and Occupational Therapy in Eden Prairie. She is getting married May 2025!
Mary Myers Stearns - Bridesmaid
Mary is Erik and Kendra's sister in law! Erik's brother Jack married Mary in October of 2023. Mary is a second grade teacher in Wayzata and is loving it! Whenever Mary gets a chance she hops on a flight to Orlando to enjoy Disney!
Karissa Klecker - Bridesmaid
Karissa is Kendra's cousin! She a veterinary assistant at a vet clinic in Owatonna. Karissa and her fiance Colton just bought their first home this summer! As an animal mom of 6, it was time to get their own space! Karissa & Colton will be married in October 2024!
Nannah Myers - Bridesmaid
Nannah is Kendra and Erik’s sister in law… in law (Sister to Mary Stearns) but most importantly one of the happy couples dearest friends. Nannah is studying for her PhD in Mathematics in Missoula, sails during the soft water months, and is often found on Lake Ida snowshoeing during the hard water months. Keep an eye out for her shotgunning Two Hearted on the wedding day!
Brooke Klecker - Bridesmaid
Brooke is Kendra's aunt and always knows how to bring life to the party! As a wife and mom of 3, she is busy but has enjoyed helping Erik and Kendra get ready for their special day.
Jack Stearns - Best Man
Jack is Erik's brother and best man! He married his wife Mary in October of 2023 and works for accounting in the Wayzata school district. He enjoys time at the family's cabin on Lake Ida and hanging with his lab mix Nelly!
Josh Stearns - Groomsmen
Josh is Erik's oldest brother who lives in Bemidji. He is a dad of two wonderful children who keep him on his toes! Josh lives for fishing and deer opener!
Justin Holasek - Groomsman
Justin is Erik's best friend! Justin and his dad run Master Outdoor Solutions, a landscaping business based out of Carver!
Kyle Klocke - Groomsmen
Kyle is Erik's friend from tech school! They both attended ATCC for the Diesel Mechanic Program. Kyle and his girlfriend Lauren live in Parkers Prairie, only 20 minutes from Erik and Kendra.
Nolan Barber - Groomsman
Nolan is Kristyn's fiance and Erik's friend from tech school! Nolan and Kristyn have a house in Le Sueur that they share with their fur baby Flint!
Frank Zellner - Groomsman
Through Erik's brother Jack, Frank met Erik and Kendra. Frank and Erik quickly became close friends, bonding over their love for fishing and hands-on projects. Frank and his girlfriend Amanda met in college and now enjoy living together in NE Minneapolis. They share a passion for international travel, skiing, and exploring the outdoors.