Ali & Matt
Wedding Party
Emily Marie Holly
Maid of Honor
Emily and I became BFFs when we were just teenagers, working our first job at Mimi’s Cafe. From co-workers, to college roommates, to years later I’d refer to her as my “soul mate”. The one who just knew me, loved me thoroughly, and completed me. I never had a sister, and never needed one thanks to her. From the $80 coffee stops we absolutely couldn’t afford and the “can i get a milkshake to go, it’s for my boyfriend- but it was really for us” late night Delux dates. We have done it all together from pretending our apartment got robbed so we could go drink on a patio, to selling our clothes at Buffalo Exchange so we could pay rent, to spending all our tip money on the Sex and the City DVD series, to sunburns in San Diego and scars still to prove it, to watching all SIX of our kids be born. Then from being there through divorce, death, new businesses, moving cities, every Taylor swift album, and evolving and changing who we are, but always still looking for the perfect “white t-shirt that goes with everything” 🤍 There is no one I’d rather have 3 different beverages at one time and a plate of carbs with. No one I can truly say makes me more proud to call my friend because of who she is and everything she stands for. No one who has stood by my side through it all more than her. And will be right by my side when I marry Matt and make vows for the rest of my life. She is part of our forever, forever my best woman and best friend. If you know her, you’re a lucky one ❤️
Andrew Eherts
Best Man
My younger brother and best friend. Andy has been there through it all (literally all his life anyway). Whether or not he wanted to, his duty since birth was to endure the good, bad, and ugly. We've enjoyed countless family trips, the joys and hardships of growing up together, long talks, late nights, early mornings, and the unbreakable bond and irreplaceable gift of brotherhood. I could go on and on about the random, spontaneous times we decided to visit each other, or the fact that we never once needed a plan in all these years. Although this day is about my next chapter, I'd be remiss to not mention how proud I am of all you have accomplished, every ounce of growth you've experienced, and just who you are and what you mean to me. It is a real gift to have a brother like you, I sure wouldn't have made it this far without you, and I couldn't be prouder and more honored to have you next to me for this day.
Nicolle Morrison
Bridesmaid
My hype girl!!! If you need someone to give you love, encouragement, advice, cheer, or light a spark for ya- she’s the one! NO ONE on Earth can get you feeling alive like Nicolle. We met 10 years ago and never looked back. We were both raising the same child (Kingston + Drew were like brothas from another mother) and we both dove deep in selling skincare together, traveling it up, sharing an appreciate for In and Out, to really bonding the last few years over the whole “what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger” motto! Her late husband Chris, one of most amazing men I’ve ever known, struck gold marrying this gem. And while I miss him everyday, I have no doubt he had a hand in sending Matt my way. Just two weeks to the day after he passed, I met Matt. And no one declares a sign from the afterlife better than Nicolle. She sees them all, points them out, and makes you feel them in bones. She is always the realist of real, the one who will listen immensely for hours before she even mentions herself, and has always taught me to take time for a wine night or massage and to let Matt go get “Thai food” every once in awhile. The best mom to her kids, the cool aunt to mine, and Chris would be so damn starstruck seeing her up there, standing beside me as I marry Matt and make our future forever. Let’s go girl ❤️
Lydia Rabon
Bridesmaid
She’s the Taylor to my Blake. The Maryanne to my Wanda. Since 7th grade. I never woulda passed Chemistry without her, or have the memories as teenagers that we can look back and say “how did we not die doing that?” Because we did it all. Been through it all. And once we became moms, it didn’t stop us. The girls trips, better known as our “Alydia” yearly trips have made us even closer over the years. My girl who will always be down to order things to eat cause they sound “cute”, change our outfits 6 times a day for the pics, send a Taylor lyric with no reference (but we both just know), to always planning our next trip even if it’s just in our heads. The girl who I sent my location to the first night I hung out with Matt “just in case” 🤷♀️😂 She’s an amazing doctor, and even better mom. But most known for her phenomenal friendship skills. No one turns friends into family like Lydia. No one loves your kids and spouses like Lydia. She is ALWAYS there. ALWAYS down for a good time, but even moreso for a night on the couch doing nothing!! And will ALWAYS bring new matching pajamas!! A girl’s dream best friend ❤️ She’s truly been there for me the last few years more than she’s been there for herself. Always shown up. Gives the best perspective and analogies and never judged. She fell in love with Matt as quick as I did. And I am so honored to have her by my side. Part of our forever family.
Teri Mendoza
Bridesmaid
My cheer momma! Oh how we survived (barely) all those years of cheer together. You’re lucky if you find cool parents to travel and hang with on long cheer comp days and trips. You’re blessed like hell if you find one that becomes family. A best friend. Your kids are besties and now you are and every long, exhausting cheer day becomes a memory you’ll never forget. Teri, all the wine nights, cheer bitching sessions, fights with daughters where we swore we would never do this again, and moments of absolute joy and pride we’ve experienced together is irreplaceable. Not only cheer, but Teri has been there for me personally in the hardest of times, loved London like her own, and always taught be all the parenting lessons she had to learn before me. She’s got more heart than anyone I’ve ever met. She honors people, cherishes her people, and has been by my side through all my single mom days as one of my greatest friends. I knew I’d never drown with her in my circle. So having her stand by me was never a question- once cheer mommas, always cheer mommas together ❤️
Melissa Moore
Bridesmaid
My cheer momma from day one, but now my “I wouldn’t survive having a teenager without you” mom and amazing friend. From our days traveling all over together for long cheer trips, to our current wishing we were in bed by 9 but our girls want a “later” curfew, to fighting like hell for happiness- we have been THROUGH it together. Melissa is a girl’s girl. Will always want you to be the prettiest, the most successful, the happiest woman and she means it!! She is the girl you want your daughter to find in a friend. And lucky us, her daughter is London’s best friend, and my pseudo fourth child 😂 Melissa is the girl you want by your side whether it’s a cheer competition, a Friday night football game where Matt won’t stop yelling at refs, a girls night out, or getting married- she’s the one who will love you with her whole heart. I’m so proud of her, especially in the last year, for creating the life she wants and knowing her worth. She’s a blessing to Matt and me in parenting, as we couldn’t do this high school life without her help. We got this guys! 😰And we are so stoked to have Melissa right there next to me on our special day ❤️
Stephanie Faulk
Officiant
There’s no one else who could marry us, cause no one who knows the two of us better, together and separately. Steph knew Matt before I did. And judged him highly on his sports watching psychotic tendencies (IYKYK) 😂 But once I convinced her he’s an amazing guy, as long as the Eagles are losing, Matt stole her heart as well. In fact, pretty sure she loves him more and I can’t blame her ;) I met Steph 10 years ago, working together at the Tavern. I was going through a divorce and her mom just passed, both of us in a dark place, and I invited her to hang with me and the kids. Little did we know a trampoline park date would turn into her being my “baby momma” all these years. Taking my kids on family vacations, being our safe place time after time, always making sure there’s food, and never letting me get away with shit. She’s the little sister most days God never blessed me with😂 We fight like sisters, which makes her family. And Matt knew from day one, you get me, you get Steph too! Lucky him :) Steph gets to be the one to make us official, not just as husband and wife, but as a family of five. She’s has been there for me through single parenting, every season, in every way. Helped raise my kids and always showing up for them as an Aunt would. Never just mom’s co-worker or friend, but she’s “Steph” and they know it. No one else should have the honor to make us a family on paper than her. And we are so thankful she said yes to being there for BOTH of us on our day ❤️
London Sky
Best Woman
My mother told me one day I’d get it. I had the pleasure of getting to know London’s personality and yeah, mom, I get it. A child so incredibly in tune to everything and smart as all hell that she’d deal me the hand I dealt before. Smart. Witty. Pretty much perfect. Because she’s just like me, right? Strong and intelligent (not like me) but ours all the same - Matt London has fire. So much fire inside her. I’ve always called her my little firecracker. Funny, beautiful, and too damn smart for her own good. She’s a one of a kind and as a mother, you love and admire that even when you know she can be the most “unapologetically outrageous” girl in the room. But to find someone who also sees the London you see? Someone who loves the London you love? I know how rare and blessed we are that Matt loves London like his own. Genuinely understands her and cherishes her. The bond and respect London and Matt have for one another makes marrying him the easiest choice I’ve ever made. I am so thankful to have London standing up there with us on this special day. She’s a dream come true as a daughter and human being. She is the fire of our family and we wouldn’t be half as tired or laugh even half as much if we didn’t have our firecracker London ❤️
Berlin Winter
Best Woman
A girl who is as strong physically as she is psychologically. Someone who can stand up for herself on the court, and in life. Oh, I’ve never been a Disney guy. But if you see this girl with mouse ears on it’s hard not to fall in love with everything she loves. She’s taught me to roll with the punches (literally) and to keep swinging (also literally). If it were a dare, B, I’d do it again - Matt I used to call Berlin my “Minnie me” but turns out, she’s my height now lol. I used to say I wanna be like Berlin when I grow up, and turns out, I still do. To be so smart, athletic, funny, and gorgeous- and to have a heart of gold like Berlin, she’s my dream girl. When Matt came in our life, I doubted they’d click easily and I warned him to be patient with her, she doesn’t wear her heart on her sleeve like the other two. She’s calm and quiet. Boy was I wrong! Weeks after meeting Matt they became volleyball ref haters together, bonding over all the Canes drive thru runs and Starbucks “free” drinks, and movie nights. She tolerates Matt’s obsession with movie quotes way better than me 😂 She even watched Jaws with him. IYKYK. Her relationship to Matt is one a mom dreams of. Lucky her. And lucky him. Lucky me for marrying someone who my kids don’t tolerate, but adore and admire. She’s not just a daughter, but a best friend. Thankful to have her beside us on our day ❤️
Kingston Dean
Our King
Imagine the most obscure question you’ve ever heard. Kingston will find one more curious. And then he’ll melt your heart when he tells you why he takes every stance he does, because he takes each one with love. Someone who finds the best in the worst in (literally) everyone to tell you they deserve an open mind. Always learning, always growing. The world could really use more of you, bud. Thank you for teaching me how to step back and see things from a perspective I never knew existed - Matt My dad died just months before I met Matt. I think there is no coincidence my dad hand picked Matt to take care of his only daughter and three grandkids. So, since he can’t be here on our special day, there is no honor greater than Kingston, his only grandson, to do the job. I’ve always said King was the “king of my heart”. The only man who would treat me right, tell me I’m beautiful, and always make me feel like the luckiest girl in the world. Then I met Matt. I never knew someone could love like Matt. And to think that King has his example to look up to as a husband and father one day, is a dream of mine. Kingston for a long time was the “man” of the house. But now we have that man. And no one better to “give me away” to Matt than Kingston. To know Kingston is to absolutely adore him. We are so thankful to have him stand beside us and walk me as we become a family on this day ❤️
Brian Butz
Assistant to the Best Man
I met Brian in middle school during summer football workouts. It sort of started out "Giants fan, you?" "Yeah, same". Simple times back then, but you'll all notice some themes about a lot of these special people on this page. From then on, even when Brian changed schools, it was like another brotherhood. We understood one another and were able to support each other through all (and I mean ALL) that life has thrown our way since. The friendship developed further as the years went on, from marriages and children, to breakups and hangovers. Cross country trips and all left in between. There's a lot dating back to those high school days that without Brian there for me, things might look a lot different now in 2024, and definitely in 2022 when I met Ali. Feels like yesterday, even though, it was sixteen hundred and fifty two beers, whole lot of highway a whole lot of years, sixteen hundred and fifty three beers ago. Thanks for sticking around brother.
Josh Gregory
Groomsman
On the very first day of kindergarten I got on the school bus for Western Salisbury Elementary School, and I asked this short haired blonde kid if I could sit next to him on the bus. He said sure (but he usually took the outside, and I never wanted to challenge him for it). Twenty seven years later, the friendship lives on. From playing basketball or football every chance we could outside, to the late night madden marathons, and the countless trips to the lake growing up, it feels like Josh was always there as long as I can remember. And that's because you were. Friendly rivalries growing up of Giants/Eagles, football/soccer, (being a good student/being a smart ass), eventually faded into a remarkable friendship that stood the test of time and distance. I can't thank you enough for being such an inspiration throughout the early years (and high school years), and for always, ALWAYS putting others first. You're selfless to almost a fault, but that's what makes you who you are Josh. Thank you for taking the time and effort to make this possible buddy. I am so thrilled you are here.
Andrew Ebner
Groomsman
I met Andrew when our school district funneled two elementary schools into one middle school and suddenly your sports teams have people you'd never met before. For the sake of keeping a PG rating, let's just say our first basketball season together really set the tone for a friendship that would never, ever lack in the comedic department. The bond of athletics laid the foundation for what would be yet another story of a friendship standing tall in the face of distance, time (oh and kids). So many of my trips back to PA either started or ended with you showing up at the airport and slapping the red-eye haze out of my mind and getting me ready to enjoy some great company. The hazy memories of our late teens and early twenties eventually landed us in a space of commonality where we can empathize and support one another in the most important thing we've got - our family lives. Childhood hooligan buddy turned family, now here to help celebrate with me. I appreciate all you've done and am so happy to have you here. I'd say this lasting another 20 some odd years is -100000
Scott Eherts
Groomsman
Separated by the better part of a decade (you can guess who's on the elder side of that), Scott and I went from cousins who had holidays together to really great friends the summer I graduated from Delaware and he from New Milford High School. Now, Mom, Dad, Mary and Dave, we're certainly sorry for some of the... "similar interests" we shared during those years. But man, did we know how to live it up and do it right. Scott's personality can light up a whole room. In fact, on many occasions, he single handedly turn a quiet flickering candle of a crowd into fireworks that go on forever. We joked that we didn't need a party or a real event (oh boy did we find them, though), but all we needed was about 38 hours in the same city to make memories we'd never forget. Grab a drink with him and let him tell you a story or two, and you'll realize I'm not bending the truth at all. Some argue that's not sustainable long term of course, and we developed a relationship where conversations turned from sports and concerst, over to life, goals, values, and "the good stuff". I'm glad I taught you to shotgun a beer ten years ago, cause look at us now. A little older, but still for the life of us can't get away from a good time. Thanks for stickin it out through the crazy, and being up here with me now.
Nick Eherts
Groomsman
Also separated by the better part of a decade (barely), Nick and I had a late blooming relationship that begin to grow when we realized that for some reason we could really talk to one another, openly and honestly, about things we were enduring and how we could make them better (yep, lover boys with hearts on their sleeves). Oh, and lifting! Hours of conversation after a cousins teams call to catch up, Nick and I would remain on the line talking about life, goals, gains, and anything else OTHER than the sports we'd just spent an hour betting on. Unfortunately for most of you, you won't get the chance to meet him here at this gathering because he's stepped into his most important role yet... a father. He and his lovely wife Macie welcomed their daughter to the world May 16th. If you knew him like I know him, you'd know that he is completely equipped to be a dad, and he will thrive not survive in this next chapter. For what it's worth, too, thank you for helping try to correct my horrendous swing with a driver in my hand. Even if it was to send a Titleist into Candlewood Lake at 2am. Although our careless 7 hour boat days, and down the hatch punch bowls may not be such a regular occurrence anymore (for the better), I appreciate you being there all the times I've leaned on you. Except this one. But, you get a pass :)
Dan Calabro
Groomsman
I can't even tell the story of the day we met on here because nobody tells it better than Dan. So simply put - freshman move in day at University of Delaware I met Dan. Initially, his Yankees and Giants memorabilia had my curiosity. Very shortly after, his good nature, phenomenal humor, HUGE heart, and go with the flow personality had my attention. We had enough good (and bad) times in that cell block of Rodney B for the whole campus, but we pressed on to the next three years and then the next ten that brought us to where we are now. He's the kind of person that people realize they don't want to be without, in any setting, because of his good nature and easy going vibe. SUCH a good person that he stole my best friend since seventh grade and got himself quickly asked to be Brian's groomsman after Dan moved to our hometown post graduation. It's made my life pretty amazing, that I have photos with a few of my groomsmen already in them from years ago even though everyone came from somewhere else. The late night talks over Pizza U, to the movie marathons, to the growing up and figuring our shit out, for lack of better words, it's been a blast with you. Thank you.
Avy Sidhu
Groomsman
The quite literal first friend I made when I moved to Arizona in 2015 was at a place I had never been before (obviously), in a New York Giants bar on a Sunday morning in October. I showed up, expecting a few casual fans. What I would come to learn is I just walked into a new home, and a place where I'd meet some life-long brothers and friends. Sounds like a story that is propped up by sports, but it's not. It just wouldn't have started without sports. Since then, Avy has been there through literally everything. He's lent a hand, a place to crash, his time and efforts to being a tremendous friend, and I know I'm not alone and a lot of you here who know him share that sentiment. There aren't enough words to paint the picture of appreciation I have for you as a friend all these years. A true jack of all trades type of friendship, where we could hike, hit the gym, hit a bar (or two), watch a game, GO to a game, watch Denzel, listen to some music, see some comedy, binge the whole series of entourage in 3 days, you name it. Nothing's off the table, and that's my favorite thing about this friendship (other than the fact that you're genuinely one of the kindest, most selfless souls I know). From the bottom of my heart, thank you for everything the last 9 years.
Anthony Allers
Groomsman
My very first week of working for Bank of America out of training in 2016, I met a tall, quiet young man who eventually I realized I was taking his spot and he was leaving the company. Fast forward about a few months and I am having dinner at Tortilla Factory in Scottsdale, and the waiter is leaving a phone number on my check. That waiter was Anthony (and he got scolded by his boss, who thought he was leaving his number to yet another... I kid... young lady of the Scottsdale night). We grabbed a drink and watched a game shortly after, and THEN I met Anthony. Life of the party, refuser of bed time, master of the grill, down for whatever (and I mean WHATEVER). Concert on a random Tuesday with 2 hours notice and you don't have someone to go with? Since 2017 I always did, because I had Anthony. Beyond the sports and the country music (and quoting every movie we've ever seen), lies the good hearted, mountain of a good ol' boy that really drew me to him as a person and a friend. EW Friday's that turned into weekend long sessions about life, sports, where we've been and where we're headed, I miss them man but I am SO happy and proud of you out in Nashville. Thank you for everything. Just be careful out there on the floor, you're not that good'a dancer. Looking forward to the next time we wake to the rise of the sun goin' down.
Gerald Dale
Groomsman
Those of you who know me, know that a lot of stories from my early time in Arizona start with "This one time at social tap". Well, this one time at Social Tap, a couple bar stools down was another lone sports spectator, and I could just tell he actually was watching the game in front of him. Of course to me that's an invite to start a conversation. It's hard to remember Arizona without Gerald (until Audra made him leave back for California, but that's a song for another time). It seems like any day of the week, good or bad, he was there for a laugh or a drink or a game. But the thing about this friendship was it was the ESPECIALLY good days or ESPECIALLY bad days that I can remember Gerald being a part of it. The celebrations, the good times, and the times I needed somewhere to turn, I knew he was a text and then a 1000 foot walk from some happy hour therapy. G, helping you pack up and move back to California was one of the lousiest days I can remember (for multiple reasons). But it led to some of the most amazing days. Your bachelor party, your wedding, and finally meeting your sweet girl Viv. You had to go, and I get that, but you never stopped being a true friend, and I will always appreciate that.
Brandon Baenke
Groomsman
I met Brandon's sweet wife, Sara, before I met him. All of you get your mind back here on planet earth. Sara managed the branch I trained at in 2016 and I met Brandon at a charity event. That's the joke. Brandon, doing charity work. In all honesty, it was at the bar afterward and I'm not sure he lifted a finger until he had 22oz in front of him. We got acquainted, kept in touch, and eventually realized our personalities were more alike than we thought. Looking back now almost 8 years after meeting him, and it's impossible to imagine how life would have been different had I not gone to that charity event before I was even probably allowed to. Brandon has been there with a helping hand during my darkest times and helped me find my way back. He has also made every effort to meet up even when life is hectic to blow off steam personally, have conversations to help me grow professionally, and keep me from burning myself those times the floor was lava. I'm proud to call you one of my best friends, especially when you crack a Coors on a 3pm conference call for everyone to hear because you're not on mute. I'm so glad you're here.
Thomas Barger
Groomsman
In 2018 I was being reassigned to a new location to work, and I was going to have to get used to a new manager for the first time since I started with BoA. I'd met him once, very briefly, and all I could think was man this guy's a prick and this is going to suck. I was very, very wrong. Not about the prick part, but it sure didn't suck. Within an hour of working with Thomas, I realized our brains worked very similarly. At first, this was a great thing. Looking back six years later, this is an incredibly scary thing. I could go on about how influential he's been professionally for me in my growth and development, but what ties us together is the thought and personality similarities where I feel like someone understands everything I have to say (even if he has to call me out a time or two, which he's more than happy to do). It's been one of life's unexpected pleasures, being moved to work with someone else who became one of the most influential and important pieces in my life. I'd say thank you, but all you really need is a specific nod of appreciation, and I know that you know exactly what I'm tipping my cap to you for. Thanks a million, though, and I sure am glad that POS Nick made me move to D Ridge.
David Hoffman
Groomsman
This one time, at Social Tap, watching the Giants... I was introduced to Dave. He was a first timer at our fan clubs weekly watch party, and I thought to myself "man, I remember doing this by myself the first time. Good for him, he's got confidence." BOY DOES HE. Dave is perhaps the most confident, outgoing, could not possibly care less what you think, here to make sure he and his friends are happy kind of person on this planet. He will stop at NOTHING for the people he cares about. It didn't take long to go from new guy, to a regular who was invited over for our "secret" pre game breakfasts at my place. And then, years flew by, and we're having adult sleepovers that start on Friday after work and end on Monday (premeditated "sick" day). We've gone out countless Vegas trips, had more than I can remember deep, meaningful conversations about life, and played more golf and pickleball than I ever thought I would. Your time spent with Dave is always valuable. He can make you feel like the most important person in the world because of how he cares about his people. It's a gift, and I don't take sharing in that lightly. I could go on and on here Rahm, but I'll run out of characters. Thank you for believing in me since we met, thank you for caring about these kids that I adore, and thank you for teaching me that grown ass men don't run from the grind. I'm glad we embraced this with arms wide open... I know that's right!