Iowa Bridal Shower

The Gathering Barn

Rehearsal

Our Wedding Day!

Summer

Our Wedding

Our Story

Our story begins with two kids on opposite ends of the Midwest, deciding to venture out to Northeast Iowa to pursue their academic and athletic dreams. Liz and Eddy met during their junior year of college - Liz was studying at Luther College in Decorah, while Eddy attended Upper Iowa University in Fayette. After many visits back and forth, they began dating in January of their senior year. In May 2022, shortly after graduation, they commenced on the challenge of a long-distance relationship. Liz began working in Indianola while Eddy wrapped up his college football career. In spring of 2023, Eddy had the chance to move back home to Illinois to teach math at his alma mater, increasing the distance between the two. In August of 2023, Liz and Eddy moved in together in a condo in Palatine, Illinois. Eddy began his first year as a full-time math teacher, while also coaching football, wrestling, and track &amp; field at Conant High School. Liz began working as a behavior aide at a therapeutic day school and soon after joined Sky High Volleyball Club coach. On April 12, 2025, Eddy proposed in the place that felt most like them — their cozy home where they’d spent countless evenings unwinding together, sharing quiet moments, and raising their two kittens, Sully and Tux. Surrounded by the life they’d built, he asked Liz to spend forever with him. Of course, she said yes!

The Story of Us

Photos

Hannah Lester

Sarah Lester

Maddy Wedmore

Anna Jenewein

Grace Meyers

Mckenzie Schwartz

Skye

Carter Harris

Tommy Gosche

Sam Erne

Jacob Menzies

Andrew Lester

Jake Forti

Erik Hansen

Bobby Hoch

Drake Denler

Wedding Party

*2 minutes from The Gathering Barn* Call to make a reservation and mention the "Gosche Wedding" for our room block rate!

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham

* 8 minutes from The Gathering Barn* Call to make a reservation and mention the "Gosche Wedding" for our room block rate!

AmericInn by Wyndham Williamsburg

Hotels

The Shops at Williamsburg is home to a great collection of locally owned and operated businesses. Shop these uniquely Iowa businesses to find one-of-a-kind gifts to take home while supporting our community!

Outlets & Marketplace Williamsburg

When you visit Fireside Winery our wish is to provide you with exceptional service and delicious wines, but also to welcome you as a guest in our home. At Fireside you can relax with a glass of wine at one of our three fire pits on our lawn, cozy-up on our patio next to our fireplace, enjoy an appetizer, and listen to some of the best Midwestern live music on our outdoor stages. We hope you join us and build your own special memories at Fireside Winery with a glass of our wine while enjoying the warmth of the fire pit and scenic beauty of the setting sun.

Fireside Winery

Established&nbsp;in&nbsp;1858, the&nbsp;museum&nbsp;has been free and open to the public for more than 160 years, housing specimens, objects, and artifacts on display.

University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Imagine walking on a 375-million-year-old ocean floor! This glimpse into&nbsp;Iowa's&nbsp;geologic past was first exposed during the Floods of 1993 at Coralville Lake.

Devonian Fossil Gorge

This nature preserve offers beautiful trails, a state-of-the-art nature center, and all-terrain wheelchairs for accessibility. Enjoy a peaceful and educational atmosphere, and the well-maintained building and grounds.

Indian Creek Nature Center

Things To Do

Registry

Dress Code

Liz & Eddy

Liz & Eddy

Wedding Party