Bridal Party
Eve Collinsen - Matron of Honor
Eve and Sam first met back in 6th grade. It has been friendship ever since! They both also attended the University of Wisconsin, River Falls and lived together 3 out of 4 years of college.
Lauren Zimitsch - Bridesmaid
Photo Club represent! Lauren and Sam met in 2015 at UWRF in studio photography. It was an instant connection and they have been close friends ever since.
Sarah Haas - Bridesmaid
Sarah and Sam were introduced in 2015 by Sarah's husband Alex and lived together junior and senior year of college, alongside Eve. It has been a whirlwind of fun times and laughter ever since!
Breanna Reed - Bridesmaid
Breanna and Sam are lucky enough to have found each other by being related! Cousins since they were 9 or so, they enjoy a friendship brought on by marriage but sustained by a strong connection.
Groomsmen
Erik Hippchen - Best Man
Erik and Jon shared countless adventures in high school, studied the same degree in college (but at different schools), and now find themselves neighbors and coworkers as well. Endless common interests means there's always fun to be had!
Joe Barnes - Groomsman
Joe and Jon met in middle school and have been close friends ever since. Exploring new books, games, and foods together is always a great time!
David Eschavez-Valdez - Groomsman
David and Jon met through Erik and Joe and became instant close friends. Existential climbing questions, book club debates, and video game tournaments have knitted them close together!
Trace Eddington - Groomsman
Jon and Trace met at the first introduction of Sam’s family back in 2022. As Sam’s younger brother, we are excited to have him be a part of the wedding party!