The Bridesmaids
All of the ladies in Marisa's Bridal Party mean so much to her that it was impossible to pick just one to be the Maid of Honour! So...all six of them are not only Bridesmaids, but Maids of Honour as well!
Yolanda Chang - Bridesmaid of Honour
Yolanda and Marisa met in High School, but really became good friends when they reconnected after college. Yolanda is an Escape Room Queen, Master Chef, Crossword Genius, Marisa's fellow "Twerk-shop" Survivor, and probably the smartest person Marisa knows. Yolanda is always the first to offer to help with anything and everything and always knows exactly what to say to make you feel special.
Katie Graveline - Bridesmaid of Honour
Katie and Marisa met through sisters Lindsay and Sarah in Elementary school. Katie is a Baking/Cooking/Crafting Extraordinaire, but if you want to go out and have a great time, she's your girl. Marisa & Katie have been dance partners at clubs, road trip & pub crawl buddies, and Concert/Music Festival friends...you name it, they've probably done it together!
Rebecca Jayne - Bridesmaid of Honour
Rebecca and Marisa were coworkers in the Stingray Promo department, and had many a theme day at work together. Her costumes are incomparable, and she is definitely the life of the party! She is the most amazing gift-giver and so generous with her time and emotional support. Rebecca is always there when you need someone to talk to, to lend a hand, or pick you up when you're down.
Jen Rush - Bridesmaid of Honour
Marisa and Jen were coworkers in the Stingray Promo department. Jen is a musician, Blues dancer, photographer, Karaoke Queen, Marisa's Twisting partner and fellow 24 hours in Vegas survivor (barely!). Between all this, the places she's lived, the jobs she's had, and the quick-witted puns, quips and comebacks she can deliver, Jen is probably the most fascinating person you'll meet!
Lindsay Reynolds - Bridesmaid of Honour
Lindsay is Marisa's oldest friend. They met in grade 4 and aside from their Tom Cruise vs. Ben Affleck "feud", have been inseparable since! Lindsay is an amazing artist, killer bartender, and the most caring, kindest person you could ever meet. She also has the most infectious laugh...and since she's always laughing, you can't help but feel pure happiness when she's around.
Sarah Wetyk - Bridesmaid of Honour
Marisa met Sarah through her sister, Lindsay, in Elementary school. Sarah and Marisa share a love of the show Friends, Chick Flicks, and Disney (although Sarah is definitely the Disney Queen!). Sarah has the kindest heart and is the best listener. Some people will ask "How are you?" as a courtesy, but when Sarah asks, she is genuinely interested in every detail you have to share.
The Groomsmen
Brent Ritchot - Best Man
Brian met Brent collecting Caterpillars in grade 3, and have been best friends ever since! From the days of N64, slurpees and playing “guns” in the park, to working at Safeway together, trips to Mexico & Vegas, and poker nights, “Team Trouble” has been through it all. After 23 years, Brian considers Brent a brother. He leads from the heart and is grounded in every sense of the word. There is no one more true.
David Clark - Groomsman
Brian met Marisa’s friends at her 26th Birthday, but when she was “under the weather” in the bathroom, Dave made Brian feel like one of the gang by talking with him about League of Legends. Dave & Brian got closer through the Pandemic playing online games every weekend. The “Disassembler” is always first to lend a hand and help on moving day, or clean up after a party, and to re-build computers!
Tim Ruffell - Groomsman
Brian and Tim “The Tall Temptress” met in High School, but their friendship really grew when they would hop in their friend Darcy’s old white van every weekend, buy a table full of $0.25 highballs at the Thirsty Turtle and dance all night. This is where they perfected their sick customized dance that took years to perfect – ask Tim about it! Tim is good under pressure, has a quick wit & killer sarcastic sense of humour. It’s never a dull moment with Tim!
Graeme Kryzanowski - Groomsman
Brian and Graeme connected on a group camping trip to Drumheller in 2015, and since then, some of their best times together have been camping or at Graeme’s amazing Cabin. Brian and Graeme have bonded even more through the pandemic playing ARAM League of Legends online every Friday night. Graeme is genuine, thoughtful and the type of guy who is always there for you but asks for nothing in return.
Josh Remin - Groomsman
Brian and Josh have always had a flirtatious connection. Brian’s first memory of Josh was at Marisa’s Redneck Party when things got a little "wet" between them! Josh was critical in moving Marisa's coffin into the basement, and was Brian’s confidant on NYE 2015 when he professed his love for Marisa in private. Josh has been a strong friend and a loyal companion.
Mark Reynolds - Groomsman
Mark and Brian bonded over killer good looks and singing Metallica duets at the Blind Pig Karaoke night. Mark asked Brian to be “the man of a man” for his wedding to Lindsay (Bridal Party), and an out-of-control paintball bachelor party sealed their bond. Mark is a solid guy with an electrical vibe…and always carries a bit of Magic with him!