Autumn & Eric
Wedding Party
Autumn Robinson
Bride
Autumn is the oldest child of the Robinson family and was raised in the small town of Sanford. She graduated high school in 2014 from Meridian High and began college at Central Michigan University where she met Eric. Autumn graduated from CMU in 2018 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. Following graduation, she decided to pursue her master's degree and attended Miami University in Oxford OH. In 2020 she defended her master's thesis in microbiology and moved to Metro Detroit to begin her career as a Sr. Research Associate in the infectious disease department of Henry Ford Health System. Autumn enjoys spending time with Eric and their pets Harper and Higgie. She also enjoys hiking, wine tasting, and spending time with friends and family.
Eric Hicks
Groom
Eric was raised in Eaton Rapids and graduated from Eaton Rapids High school in 2014. He attended Central Michigan University from 2014-2017. Eric graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology with a major in Construction Management and a minor in Industrial Technology. In the summer of 2018, Eric and Autumn moved to Oxford, Ohio as Autumn earned her master's degree. During these two years, Eric worked as a Pre-Construction Engineer/Estimator at Ulliman Schutte Construction. In 2020 he moved to Metro Detroit and began a new job as a Project Engineer with J.B. Donaldson. Eric enjoys spending his time with Autumn and their two beautiful cats. Eric supports the University of Michigan and Detroit athletics. He also enjoys nature and spending time with family.
Hannah Merillat
Maid of Honor
Hannah and Autumn met in 2008 while attending Meridian Jr. High. As teenagers, Autumn and Hannah were nearly inseparable. It was even a running joke that Autumn's dad owed the Merillat's child support due to how often Autumn stayed over. There is no doubt that Hannah is one of Autumn's closest and most cherished friends. Hannah graduated from Meridian High School in 2014 and is the proud owner and founder of her very own bridal boutique, Three Diamonds Bridal in Sanford. Hannah loves woking at her boutique and spending quality time with friends and family.
JT Hicks
Best Man
Jonathan Todd Hicks (JT) is one of Eric's closest cousins. JT graduated from Marshall High school in 2012. JT attended several community colleges where he played collegiate baseball. JT then transferred to Dominican University (greater Chicago area). JT continued his baseball career at Dominican and graduated in 2017 with a bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management. JT moved back to Michigan to pursue his career as a outbound supervisor at General Motors. He enjoys following Michigan State athletics and spending his time with his family and his lovely girlfriend Kaylie. As kids, the Hicks cousins enjoyed wiffle ball games and euchre tournaments at the creek in Lewiston MI.
Brandi Robinson
Bridesmaid
Brandi is the youngest child of the Robinson family. She graduated high school from Meridian Early College High School in 2016 and attended Delta College for two years before transferring to Central Michigan University. She recently graduated from CMU with a Bachelor of Science in history, and is pursing her law degree in Boston MA. Autumn and Brandi would often play dress up as kids and loved playing outside in the woods behind their house with their brother Chase. Brandi is more than a sister to Autumn, she is a best friend.
Chase Robinson
Groomsman
Chase is the middle child and only boy of the Robinson family. Chase graduated from Meridian High School in 2015 and attended Delta College for a few years before becoming a journeyman laborer for Gerace construction. Chase travels often to work on various different projects. Growing up, Autumn and Chase enjoyed playing outside and catching frogs. Chase enjoys spending his free time outdoors hunting and loves going fishing with friends and family.
Courtney Hicks
Bridesmaid
Courtney Hicks (Hovey) is the fourth child of six in the Hovey family. She was raised in Eaton Rapids and graduated from Eaton Rapids High school in the spring of 2010. After Graduation, Courtney attended Lansing Community College and then transferred to Michigan State University in the fall of 2012. She graduated in May of 2015 with a Bachelor of Art in Interior Design. Courtney works at Stantec as an Interior Designer. Courtney married William Hicks in December 2018. She enjoys working out, and spending quality time with her pets Bruce, Bernie, & Millie.
William Hicks
Groomsman
Will was raised in Eaton Rapids and Graduated from Eaton Rapids High school in 2010. He attended Grand Valley State University from 2010 - 2014 and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety & Health Management. In the fall of 2014, he moved to metro Detroit and began his career as an Occupational Health & Safety professional. Currently, Will works as a Safety & Health Manager at Ground Effects Ltd. Will is a great brother, husband, and kitty Dad. Will enjoys spending his time with his wife Courtney, and pets Millie, Bruce, and Bernie. Will follows and supports the University of Michigan and Detroit athletics. He enjoys the great outdoors and spending time with his family.
Rachel Hicks
Bridesmaid
Rachel Hicks (LaLonde) is the second oldest child of the Lalonde family. She was raised in Eaton Rapids and graduated from Eaton Rapids High school in the spring of 2009. Rachel attended Grand Valley State University from 2009-2014 and graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work. In 2015, she graduated from GVSU with a Master of Social Work. After graduation, Rachel got a job as a social worker for the company TANDEM365. Rachel married Anthony Hicks in October 2014 and they have two adorable children, Sawyer and Winston. Rachel enjoys baking and can bake a mean macaroon. She also loves to hike and spend time with friends and family.
Anthony Hicks
Groomsman
Anthony is the eldest son and grandson of the Hicks family. He was raised in Eaton Rapids and graduated from Eaton Rapids High school in 2008. Anthony attended Grand Valley State University from 2008 - 2012 and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences. In the fall of 2014, Anthony married the lovely Rachel Hicks (Lalonde) and currently live in the metro Grand Rapids area. Anthony and Rachel expanded their family with their firstborn daughter, Sawyer Hicks, and again with their son Winston Hicks. Anthony is a great older brother and a loving father. He enjoys following Athletics from the University of Michigan and Detroit, the great outdoors, and spending time with his family.
Tamara Alward
Mother of the Bride
Tamara (Richardson) Alward is the mother of three smart & loving children. (Autumn, Chase, and Brandi Robinson) Tamara graduated from Meridian High school in 1984. Tamara and her husband of 6 years, Ron, have established a life in Midland, MI. Tamara has had a rewarding career having worked in multiple different industries. She enjoys quadding, camping, and sitting outside on the porch in the summer months. Tamara and Ron also enjoy spending time with their adorable cats.
Stacie Hicks
Mother of the Groom
Stacie (Thompson) Hicks is Anthony, Will, and Eric's mother. Stacie graduated from Eaton Rapids High school in 1987. In October of 1988, Stacie married the love of her life and father to her children, Greg Hicks. Together, Greg and Stacie established a home in Eaton Rapids and raised three healthy boys. Stacie has an established career serving Michigan Students and Schools. Stacie enjoys spoiling her children and grandchildren. Stacie also enjoys reading, wine tasting, spending time outdoors by the pool, and traveling with her husband, Greg.
Marc Robinson
Father of the Bride
Marc Robinson is Autumn, Chase, and Brandi's father. Marc graduated from Mayville High School in 1983. After graduation, he joined the Navy as an Aerographer for four years. Currently, Marc is a journeyman painter at Central Michigan University, where he has worked for 20 years. Marc enjoys fishing in his boat on the Saginaw Bay with his beloved girlfriend of 13 years, Jamee. He also enjoys spending time outdoors hunting in the fall. Marc is a loving father and stepfather to all of his kids.
Gregory Hicks
Father of the Groom
Gregory Hicks is Anthony, Eric and William's father. Greg graduated from Eaton Rapids High school in 1982. In October of 1988, Greg married the love of his life and mother to his children, Stacie Hicks. Together, Stacie and Greg established a home in Eaton Rapids and raised three healthy boys. Greg has an established career as a United Auto Worker for General Motors. Greg enjoys spoiling his children & grandchildren. Greg also enjoys following Michigan Athletics, Detroit Athletics, and traveling with his wife, Stacie.
Sawyer Hicks
Flower Girl
Sawyer Evelyn Hicks was born on December 31st, 2016. Sawyer is the daughter of Anthony and Rachel Hicks. Sawyer is the firstborn Grandchild for Greg (Gpa) and Stacie (CiCi). Sawyer's favorite color is yellow and, she loves to run and play with her dog (Gemma) and her cat (Suki). She loves her family and especially loves being a big sister. Please say hello to the beautiful flower girl on our wedding day.
Winston Hicks
Ring Bearer
Winston Anthony Hicks was born on May 6th 2021. Winston is the son of Anthony and Rachel Hicks. He is the second Grandchild for Greg (Gpa) and Stacie (CiCi). Little Winston loves his family and is spoiled with love.