Brian Bafford - Best Man
Brian and the groom have been best friends for 15 years, when they bonded over the love of Oreos. Brian and Ryan have been by one another’s side for all the big and small moments, and have never gone more than a week apart. Brian will now proudly stand next to Ryan on his wedding day as his best man.
Emily Turner - Matron of Honor
Omotunji Badiru - Groomsmen
TJ and Ryan have known each other for over 10 years. They’ve grown up together from their party days to skateboarding to riding motorcycles, theyve experienced many stages in life and this is one more stage Ryan needed him by his side.
Taylor Baecker - Bridesmaid
Taylor is Michelle’s cousin, in which they connected I. Their later years at Taylor’s high school graduation party. Once they met, they asked why they didn’t hang out sooner since they lived so close. After that, they remained in contact and it wasn’t until recent years they started hanging out more regularly. They have spend several New Year nights together with their families and Michelle said it has been amazing to have a wonderful girl cousin to hang out with! Michelle is so lucky to have Taylor be part of her day, forever!
Andrew Forsnil - Groomsmen
Ryan and Andrew have been friends for over 10 years and met at a local skatepark where they almost ended up fighting each other.
Tara Gingrich - Bridesmaid
Tara and the bride met through the groom and his best man, Brian. Ryan and Brian grew up as best friends, so naturally, their significant others would meet, and thank god they liked each other! Tara is so sweet, fun and loves alone-time, which is why she and the bride get along so well. From double-date motorcycle rides to Oregon district nights, these two have become great friends and Michelle couldn’t imagine her big day without Tara by her side!