Wildwoods Venue and Farm - Hick's Place

Wedding Day

Wildwoods Venue & Farm

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

<p>Connor and I actually had been going to school together for awhile before we even knew each other existed! I got myself a part time job at the local grocery store in our little hometown of Parkersburg, Iowa. He worked there off and on through the school year because he was a year round athlete. He was the team captain of the wrestling team and he did football in the fall. We were in two very different groups in high school which is why we never crossed paths much. When I started working at the store, his mom, Alesha, was my manager. She quickly became the person I could come too and we talked often. She truly was my adopted mom long before I fell in love with Connor. One night, he came into the store with his best friend, and best man, Jesse. He was in that letterman jacket that was covered in all his achievements. They weren't there for long, but I noticed him no matter how hard he tried to stay in the shadow. He was never really a talker and came off quite shy. I, being the social butterfly I was, was the complete opposite. I remember talking to his mom one night while we were working and she mentioned he was looking for a date to go to prom with. I volunteered that if he was interested, I would love to be his date. Shortly after, she gave me his Snapchat, and we began talking shortly after. We soon realized that we both shared a love for professional wrestling. our first date ever was at his house watching WrestleMania 39. We were inseparable after that. We went to our first prom together on April 22nd, and by April 23rd, we were official. We were there for all the big accomplishments of each other. From graduating high school, to watching him graduate from his first two years at Ellsworth Community College, we were by each others side. On July 4th of 2025 we went to go see the annual fireworks in Waverly, Iowa. Both of our families went together and looking back on it now, I don't know how I couldn't have known. After the big finale of fireworks I realized that there were phone flashlights all centered on me. I thought they were turned on for us to see, as it was quite dark, but I soon realized that that wasn't the case at all. I turned to see Connor on one knee. You think you know when it's going to happen, but you never truly do. We can't wait to celebrate such a big moment with all of you on October 23rd next year! Who knew that your mom giving me your Snapchat would have blessed me with this life that I had only ever dreamed of? Thanks, Momma A ;)</p>

Our Love Story!

Our Story

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My best friend, and I swear my long lost sister. She's going to school for Cosmetology and I could not be more proud of her. 

Emma Perez

I get the privilege of calling her family even before I walk down the isle. She's got the style and the brains! 

Danika Nolte

My beautiful cousin! She has a ever growing beautiful family with her husband Derek, and their two adorable kids Jaci and Jaxon. Fun fact, Jaci is my Flower Girl!

Shelby Kennedy

I met her beautiful soul when we worked together and have been friends ever since. I admire her sense of fashion and how she doesn't take crap from anyone. 

Nevaeh DeLaughter

Danika's equally as stunning wife! I envy her sense of style and baking skills.

Sable Nolte

Connors best friend since day one of Kindergarten. Friends all throughout life, and now present for one of his biggest moments.

Jesse Washington

The grooms older brother! Not only has he watched Connor grow up, but now he gets to watch him get married!

Matthew Kellum

The brides younger brother and Connor's soon to be brother in law! Connor admires his talent of art and his knowledge about cars. 

Chase Nigro

One of the funniest and charismatic person I've met...oh, and soon to be brother in law!

Nick Nigro 

Matthews husband, and other half! He traveled all the way from Canada to be one with the Kellums, and now gets to celebrate the next addition to the family!

Sophia & Connor

Sophia & Connor

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