Wedding Day

Ceremony

Fern River Resort

Reception

Our Wedding

Olivia and Stefan both knew of each other in high school with similar friends. Years fly by after graduating and Olivia found herself rekindling the friendships they had in common. It was the beginning of summer when their friend Katherine Beck had a house party and it was a mixed crowd of her brothers friends and her friends, Olivia noticed Stefan from an old math class and asked if he remembered her. He did and they proceeded to talk about memories from high school and friend connections. From then on house parties to beach adventures the two began to get to know each other over the summer. Come October the pair went out to Livermore with friends, after a few drinks they both went outside for a breather and sat on a bench. They started to talk about how fun summer has been and pretty much at the same time asked if they wanted to be boy/girlfriend. In 2025 they will be together 13 years.

How We Met

Our Story

Photos

Monica Thierry

Katie Abraham

Katherine Elizabeth Beck

Alaina Kerley

Stefan and Brandon attended the same high school, but their friendship truly began shortly afterward. It was through the shared grind of a tough, hands-on job that they came to rely on one another, forging a bond grounded in trust and resilience. Outside of work, their connection grew deeper- through music, spirituality, rock climbing, hiking, and navigating the ups and downs of life. What started as camaraderie became a meaningful, lasting friendship built on mutual support and profound understanding.

Brandon Ward

Jack and Stefan's friendship began in their freshman year PE class, an unassuming start to what would become a lifelong bond. As Stefan found himself welcomed to a new group, Jack's door was always open, literally and figuratively. From countless all-nighters gaming until sunrise to navigating the unpredictable twists of growing up, the two have seen each other through it all. They've shared laughter, challenges, and those pivotal moments where the right choice made all the difference. Now, standing side by side at this milestone, their friendship is a testament to years of loyalty, fun, and brotherhood.

Jack Michael

Stefan and Michael also first connected in high school, bonding over their shared identity as "skater kids" and mutual friendships with the nearby tribes of "metalheads" and "nerds." They've always shared a similar outlook- often laughing together at the strange, wonderful chaos of the universe and the characters within it. Though Stefan has no brothers by blood, Michael has filled that role effortlessly- someone to admire, to depend on, and to call when something needs fixing (like literally almost anything). Through every twist and turn, Michael has been a constant source of strength, humor, and loyalty.

Michael Beck

Dustin is married to Stefan's sister, Katie- so like it or not, he's family for life. Luckily, that's a great thing. A genuine stand-up guy, Dustin's friendship with Stefan came naturally. He's the kind of person who can instantly lighten the mood, often relying on sheer volume of jokes over quality- which, let's be honest, is part of the charm. Stefan and Dustin have logged countless miles together through the rugged beauty of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, reaching breathtaking places and sharing the kind of moments that reveal a person's true character. Whether it's solid life advice or a truly bad pun, Dustin's always there- and that's what makes him unforgettable.

Dustin Abraham

Wedding Party

Timeline

2:00 PM&nbsp;- Ceremony2:30 PM&nbsp;- Cocktail Hour4:00 PM&nbsp;- Reception Begins | Dinner Served6:00 PM&nbsp;- Dinner Ends6:30 PM&nbsp;- First Dance, Father-Daughter Dance, Mother-Son Dance6:45 PM&nbsp;- Open Dancing Begins

Q + A

Near Treks and Tracks Rock Climbing TripsMake yourself at home in one of the 128 air-conditioned rooms featuring LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.When you stay at Four Points by S

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Make yourself at home in one of the 25 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding, and all rooms are furnished with king sofa beds. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries.

Quality Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Mountains

Near Pasatiempo Golf CourseMake yourself at home in one of the 54 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. 50-inch LED televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. When you stay at Inn At Pasatiempo.

Inn at Pasatiempo

In Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz)Make yourself at home in one of the 46 air-conditioned rooms featuring DVD players and LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Olivia & Stefan

Olivia & Stefan

Accomodations

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Quality Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Mountains

Inn at Pasatiempo

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz