Wedding Party
Parents
Mark & Sue Parker
Mark & Sue were married in 1978 & currently live on a farm just south of Redwood Falls, MN. Mark farms corn, soybeans, & sweet corn while Sue runs an art business that keeps her busy creating signs, banners, vehicle lettering, etc. Both are active in the community with several different organizations. They also enjoy traveling & playing cards/games with friends. Angie is their favorite (& only) daughter.
Dale & Deb Schmidt
Dale & Deb were married in 1984 & currently live on a farm near Vesta, MN. Dale farms corn & soybeans in the area while Deb teaches at the Lutheran preschool in Vesta. You'll also spot some chickens, rabbits, cats, a cow, & 2 dogs that keep them busy around their farm. Ben is their oldest son and they have three other children: Amanda, Jordan, & Lacey. They are still kept busy by keeping up with Lacey's activities in school and trying to spoil their 2 puppies at home.
Parents
Bridesmaids
Cassie Ahmed
Cassie & Angie initially met back in college at NDSU when they were both a part of Campus Attractions Student Programming board. They were roommates for a stretch in college & stayed great friends through their multiple moves across towns & states. Cassie now lives with her husband Dave & pets in Albertville. No one knows more about Angie’s day-to-day life since they keep tabs on each other through cherished daily phone chats.
Lindsey Schlieper
Lindsey is Angie’s adventure buddy. They initially met through church & soon learned each other’s passion for the outdoors. Whether it’s hiking, kayaking, biking, or even snowshoeing - she’s always game for the escapade. They have camping trips down to a science when traveling together & love trying new recipes over a bonfire. She also took all of Angie & Ben's engagement photos. She currently lives in Bloomington.
Beth Denzine
Beth & Angie met back in their college days. They were roommates for a period of time in Fargo & conquered many creative projects together. They joke around that they share a brain on things when it comes to random ideas, adventures, or plans. In addition, they collect & share a love for sock monkeys. Beth now lives in Mora, MN with her husband Steve. She also has two children, Stella & Robbie, along with a few pets.
Cherish Njewel
Cherish is one of Angie’s oldest friends. Cherish moved to Redwood at an early age & they grew up friends. There’s something so precious about those friends that have known you that long. Although she now lives in Virginia Beach with her husband Jay & 3 children named Braedon, Mylah, & Clayton, it is one of those friendships that can pick right back up where it left off every time they see each other.
Amanda Schmidt
Amanda is Ben's younger sister. She is currently in her second year of veterinary school at Iowa State University in Ames. She has a passion for working with animals Amanda somehow has put up with having Ben as her brother over the years but is still very happy for the both of us.
Lacey Schmidt
Lacey is Ben's youngest sister & is currently in 8th grade at St. John's school in Redwood Falls. She enjoys many hobbies such as basketball, volleyball, dancing, and being a goofball. She has a personality similar to Ben's as she knows how to give him plenty of grief & keep him on his toes.
Groomsmen
Jordan Schmidt
Jordan is Ben's only brother & good friend. He is currently going to college at St. Cloud State University for sports journalism. He has started writing articles for the SCSU paper & website about Fantasy Football once a week. Ben loves talking & watching sports with him as well as competing at video games.
Kyle Marlow
Kyle is also from the Redwood Falls area so he & Ben have known each other since they were young. Kyle is married to Jess & they have a daughter, Eisley, as well as 2 dogs. Ben and Kyle have been friends since high school and are very competitive when it comes to fantasy football and other things sports related. They ususally diasgree with everything which often leads to lengthy discussions on why the other one is wrong.
Graham Dybsetter
Graham & Ben met when they both worked at Cottonwood Coop together. Now they work together at Wensman Seed as well. Graham & his wife Stacy live in Granite Falls along with their dog. They often hang out with Ben & Angie checking out local events or relaxing & grilling. The Dybsetters are credited with helping Ben set up his online profile which led to meeting Angie.
David Woodruff
David & Ben met in college at South Dakota State University & were also roommates for a while. David lives with his wife Jen in Sioux Falls & they have a baby on the way. Ben and David enjoyed playing many video games and also shared a similar sense of humor. They also share an ability to quote movie lines whenever possible.
Michael Hulstein
Michael is another one of Ben's college friends. He & Ben also can relate when it comes to farming as Michael also lives in the country & farms near Sheldon Iowa. He lives there with his wife Chelsea, new baby Addison, & dog. Most conversations can't last too long without some sort of agricultural discussions involved.
David Kruschel
David is one of Ben's oldest friends & they grew up around the same area. Ben has known David since they were in grade school. They also ended up going to the same college at SDSU. Recently David & his wife Maggie moved to Lincoln, NE. They both enjoy sports and engage in friendly competition in fantasy football.