Samantha & Braden

October 11, 2025 • Mount Horeb, WI
84 Days To Go!

Samantha & Braden

October 11, 2025 • Mount Horeb, WI
84 Days To Go!

Wedding Party

Kourtney Hoff - Maid of Honor
Kourtney is Sam's older sister and longest friend. Her and her husband, Alex, are both nurses at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. They have 3 kids: Arthur, Peter and Ada.
Jim Gorski - Best Man
Not only did Jim and Braden attend the same grade school but they grew up as neighbors, making them lifelong friends. Sam and Jim initially met through religious education classes at OLA Church. Jim and his wife, Courtney, reside in Rockford, IL.
Chelsea Meyer - Bridesmaid
Chelsea and Sam have been best friends for over 20 years. Known as the "twin towers" throughout middle school, they initially bonded over basketball but have become like family over the years. Chelsea is a lawyer in the Madison, WI area and is a proud mother to her dog, Charlie.
James Dean - Groomsman
Braden and James met at Stephen Mack Middle school and became fast friends. Braden worked with James' dad, Brian, doing plumbing and HVAC work after high school. James and his wife, Jessica, live in Loves Park, IL with their fur babies: Hank, Astro and Tony.
Ally Bialo - Bridesmaid
Ally and Sam met through UWW Volleyball and were roommates and best of friends throughout college. Although they are no longer roomies, Sam and Ally remain close and enjoy getting together with their college girl group as frequently as possible. Ally lives with her fiancé, Matthew, and works at Northwestern Mutual in Milwaukee, WI.
Jacob Nunney - Groomsman
Braden and Jacob had an instant friendship after their time spent in a 1 hour detention in middle school. The two have maintained their friendship despite being states away. Jacob currently resides in California with plans to join the Air Force.
Chloe Amoth - Bridesmaid
Chloe is Sam's cousin. Being only 2 years apart, Sam and Chloe were joined at the hip at all of the family function growing up. Chloe lives with her boyfriend, Ben, in Rochester, MN and also works at Mayo Clinic as a nurse.
Devin Miller - Groomsman
Devin is Braden's older brother. Devin and Braden challenge each other's competitive side and bond over all things sports. Devin lives in Chicagoland area with his wife Kastin.
Makensi Dixon - Bridesmaid
Makensi is Braden's older sister. Aside from the obvious connection between Braden and Makensi, Sam and Makensi have grown very close throughout the duration of Sam and Braden's relationship. Makensi and her husband, Bryce, live in Machesney Park, IL with their two kids: Isla and Cole.
Bryce Dixon - Groomsman
Bryce is Braden's brother-in-law. Bryce has been in Braden's life since he and Makensi started dating in 2016, which is why Braden looks at Bryce like a brother. Braden and Bryce love to watch Packer football and UFC fights together.