Saturday, October Eleventh, Two Thousand Twenty-Five • Chetek, WI
162 Days To Go!
Morgan & Benjamin
Saturday, October Eleventh, Two Thousand Twenty-Five • Chetek, WI
162 Days To Go!
Wedding Party
Becca Wahl - Maid of Honor
Meet Becca: The Unexpected Bestie
Morgan and Becca's friendship had a surprising start— At first, Morgan wasn't too sure about Becca, but little did she know that Becca would become one of the most important people in her life. In the summer of 2020, during the height of COVID, Becca and Morgan moved into a tiny apartment together, and from that moment on, they were inseparable, practically joined at the hip.
For four years, they were each other's constant companions, whether at Cowboy Jacks, attending weddings as each other's plus ones, or just hanging out at home with their beloved cat, Fitzgerald. Though Becca and Morgan no longer live together, with Morgan now sharing a home with Ben, Fitzgerald will always be Becca's little boy, a symbol of their close bond that remains irreplaceable.
Bobby Franks - Best Man
Meet Bobby: Ben’s built in best friend. Ben and Bob have been best friends since day 1. Since the time Ben was a baby, he always wanted to be just like bob, learning to walk and talk early on because that is what bobby did. All of that changed when bobby switched to the dark side and became a packers fan. Ben and Bob have always been there for one another and have always had interest in the same things, sports, and hobbies. There will always be a competitive side where Ben and Bob always try to one up the other when it comes to sports, yard games, and video games. At the end of the day, Ben and Bob both know that the other one will be there for them however they need.
Casey McNamara - Bridesmaid
Meet Casey: The Packer Game Partner in Crime
Casey and Morgan's friendship began unexpectedly during the final stretch of their college days. Despite having overlapping friend groups, they had never hung out one-on-one until Casey threw out a casual invite to watch a Packer game at the bar. To everyone's surprise, Morgan was the only one who said yes. That single "yes" marked the beginning of a friendship that would quickly become something special.
From sleepovers at Casey's college apartment to introducing Morgan to her hometown, from spontaneous trips to Deadwood to now planning weddings together, Casey and Morgan have become inseparable. Although their friendship is relatively new, it feels as though they've been growing up side by side all along.
Cam Kuepers - Groomsman
Meet Cam: One of Ben’s best friends and roommates from college, Cam and Ben became good friends immediately after meeting at a party at Cam’s “basketball house” in Eau Claire. Throughout the years, Ben and Cam’s friendship grew through the time spent fishing, watching sports, and enjoying some nice, cold beers. Ben and Cam got the chance to live together during their senior year at UW - Eau Claire where they lived with five of their best friends, and lets just say that Ben and came were two of the … Ben and Cam have stayed close, despite living a few hours away and can always pick up right where they left off, able to shoot the shit and have a good time whenever they get the chance to hang out. There will always be a friendship and a mutual hatred for the packers between Ben and Cam.
Brooke Jaeger - Bridesmaid
Meet Brooke: The Cool Big Sister
Brooke, the middle child of the family, is Morgan's older sister. Growing up, Brooke was always the "too cool" sibling, but as time went on, their dynamic shifted. When Morgan started college and Brooke left, their roles reversed, and they began to see each other in a new light. Despite Brooke moving to Milwaukee after college, the sisters have remained intentional about staying connected.
Brooke and Morgan share a love for pontoon rides, Brewers games, Shania Twain, and simply having a good time. With age, their bond has only grown stronger, even though they don't see each other as often as they used to.
Zach Pape - Groomsman
Meet Zach: Zach, or Zbo, as his highschool friends call him, instantly became one of Ben’s best friends once he moved into the same neighborhood in the 5th grade. Living down the street from one another, Ben and Zach got the chance to hangout and play sports together a lot. This continued through highschool and into adulthood as Ben and Zach remain great friends.
Nicole Hanken - Bridesmaid
Meet Nicole: The Role Model Sister
Nicole is Morgan's oldest sister and someone Morgan has always looked up to. As a child, Morgan admired Nicole for being a straight-A student, heavily involved in extracurricular activities, and an all-around great role model. As they both grew up, Morgan's admiration for Nicole deepened, especially for her strength and positive outlook on life.
Nicole has also given Morgan the precious gift of becoming an aunt, with a niece and nephew to love and spoil. Although their hobbies differ, Nicole and Morgan make it a point to find common interests and cherish the time they spend together.
Bradley Sabbar - Groomsman
Meet Bradley: Ben’s obnoxious and loud college buddy who immediately became one of Ben’s best friends from the first night they hung out during our Junior Year at UW - Eau Claire. Although never official roommates, Bradley spent countless nights on the couch and was always around, yelling and having a good time. Ben and Bradley can talk about anything and grew close talking sports, fishing, shooting hoops, and playing xbox. Through COVID, Ben and Bradley continued to have late nights of drinking wine and playing 2K. Although the two are always talking trash to one another, they are always laughing and having a good time. Jagley’s energy is contagious and no matter what is going on, he is always having fun (unless he accidentally ate peanuts)
Justin Hanna - Bridesman
Meet Justin: The Life of the Party
Morgan and Justin's friendship began back in 2017 when they both worked at Caribou Coffee during their college years. Their connection was instant, and they quickly became inseparable, sharing adventures and laughter beyond the café's doors. One of their most memorable experiences was a three-week trip to Thailand, where Morgan discovered her love for international travel—a passion that was sparked by Justin's adventurous spirit.
After college, Justin pursued his dream of becoming a flight attendant and moved away. Though they don't talk every day or even every week, and only get to see each other a couple of times a year, their bond remains as strong as ever. Whenever they reunite, it's as if no time has passed at all. Known for his infectious energy and vibrant personality, Justin is sure to bring the party wherever he goes!
Jay Ellingson - Groomsman
Meet Jay: Jay has always been like a son to Ben. Starting out as family friends and growing closer through highschool basketball, Ben and Jay’s friendship has continued to grow over the years. Jay transferred to UW - Eau Claire a year after Ben and immediately became a part of the friend group. Ben and Jay always have each other’s backs and have understood each other in a unique way. Both Ben and Jay can be wild cards at times but are always looking out for one another. Although Jay will never be able to beat Ben in 1 on 1, their friendship will be a close one for life.
Katherine Lillie - Personal Attendant
Meet Katherine: The Longtime Friends and Coffee Confidante
Katherine and Morgan's connection started long before their friendship blossomed. Growing up, Katherine was closer to Morgan's older sister, Nicole, and was even part of Nicole's wedding. It wasn't until they both started working at Caribou Coffee that Katherine and Morgan's friendship truly began. Their bond grew stronger as they later worked together on the same real estate team.
Although they've pursued different paths within the real estate world—their professional lives still intersect, allowing them to work closely together. Beyond work, they share a mutual love for cats, coffee, and wine, making their friendship one that's truly special.
Isaac Hiner - Officiant
Meet Isaac: The newest addition. We wanted someone who was meaningful to us both to marry us. Something unique about Isaac is that not only is he one of our best friends, but he has only ever known us as "Ben and Morgan". Not only is Isaac Casey's soon-to-be husband and a fellow die hard Viking's fan, but he is one of the most caring and thoughtful people in our lives. We are SO excited to have him officially marry us!