Thien-Kim Thi Do

ThienKim Thi Do, the Maid of Honor

The Maid of Honor

Kim Do is Vanda’s dear childhood friend since middle school. They ran cross country and track together, played duets on the piano and viola, and ventured to Hawaii and California together. They were a mischievous duo and have an understanding of each other like none other. She is engaged to Dave Hartwig and currently resides in Wonder Lake, IL studying to be a dental hygienist.

James Phillip Ierardi

James Phillip Ierardi, the Best Man

The Best Man

James Ierardi is a serenading, Italian charmer. He is Cuong’s best friend from college, and has been ever since Cuong arrived in St. Louis. The two studied in Maryville’s School of Business. It is believed that the only reason why James befriended Cuong is for his white rice steaming ability. He currently resides in Charleston, SC where he works for Wealth Engine.

Jennifer Lee Summers

Jennifer Lee Summers

Bridesmaid

Jenn Summers has known Vanda since elementary. However, it wasn’t until high school when their friendship took off. They have performed together in orchestra and ironically went to Maryville for the same major, though a year apart. Their most recent adventure was traveling through Italy. Jenn lives in St. Louis and will graduate with her Master of Physical Therapy within the year.

Quang Huu Nguyen

Quang Nguyen

Groomsman

Quang Nguyen is Cuong’s brother-in-law. Before Quang joined the family, he was a good friend of the family for 15+ years. Quang has been a good listener for Cuong and has become a more of a true brother to him. He currently lives in Ho Chi Minh City with Cuong’s sister, Phuong, and their two sons.

Jennifer Dawn Candrl

Jennifer Candrl

Bridesmaid

Jen Candrl is Vanda’s old college roommate. This native Illinois girl ran cross country with Vanda and they both successfully survived the Physical Therapy program. Classically, she is Vanda’s collegiate adventure buddy. Details will be spared at this point. She currently lives in St. Louis, MO with Greg Candrl and works as a PT in Swansea, IL.

Ian Andrew Robinson

Ian Robinson

Groomsman

Ian Robinson is Cuong’s good friend and co-worker from Engage Software since 2006. Ian shares Cuong and Vanda’s taste for international cuisine and he frequently joins Cuong in his computer dorkiness. Spring rolls may lure this man to any location. He is married to Lucy Robinson and currently lives in University City, MO with a pair of dreadlock cats.

Jessica Ann Tietsort

Jessie Tietsort

Bridesmaid

Jessica Tietsort is Vanda’s research partner, college classmate, fellow ODK officer, and co-worker. They worked in the R&I department for years under the infamous KQ. After knowing Jessie, Vanda has discovered that there is someone out there that loves food just as much as her. She is known for being a people lover and volunteering. Jessie currently works as a PT in Creve Coeur, MO.

James Edward Belcher

James Belcher

Groomsman

James is Cuong's good friend from college. The two share their interest in black and white photography and acoustic guitar. Although Cuong has never spent as much time in mastering the basic skill set, he transitions from black and white photography to a modern digital world where he deals with pixels and colors on screens. James is currently residing in St. Louis where he works for Edward Jones and enjoys meeting people and spending time with friends.

Alison Nadine Pfister

Alison Pfsiter

Bridesmaid

Alison Pfister is Vanda’s old physical therapy survivor buddy. They have known each other for about 3 years. Together, they enjoy Grey’s Anatomy and chocolate fondue nights. Alison is responsible for introducing Vanda to cardio strip tease and has made many efforts to get Vanda more flexible. She currently lives in Darien, IL as a PT with her fiancé, Jim Lawson.

Eric MacKenzie

Eric MacKenzie

Groomsman

Eric MacKenzie is Cuong's former colleague. Unlike most software developers, Eric is an energetic outdoorsman. He enjoys meeting new people, and he likes to try new things in life, such as jumping out of airplanes in different cities. He, also, shares an interest in international cuisines with Cuong. To be blunt, there is never a dull moment with Eric MacKenzie. Beware of this man at the reception should he turn on his moves.

David Hartwig

David Hartwig

Usher

Dave Hartwig is Kim Do’s betrothed. He is known for his excellent artichoke dip and sarcastic humor. For those thinking of crashing the wedding with a bridesmaid, be cautious of this retired U.S. Navy man. Dave lives in Wonder Lake, IL with his fiancé.

Gregory Paul Candrl

Gregory Candrl

Usher

Greg Candrl is Vanda’s high school classmate and friend since 1999. He ironically came to marry Vanda’s old college roommate, Jen Candrl. He enjoys swinging in cages 800 feet in the air just to install a light bulb.  Greg is known for his outgoing personality and his love for his family and friends.  Greg and Jen currently live in St. Louis, MO and Greg works as an electrician.