Leah & Casey
Wedding Party
Makena Baumgardner
Maid of Honor
The bride and Makena have known each other their entire lives! They have been partners in crime since 1997! Makena is Leah’s closest cousin, but she’s also the closest person Leah has to a sister. Family is such an important thing to Leah and knowing that they will always be in each other’s life is something so comforting and so meaningful. Growing up together they would do everything from swimming at Wendy’s pool to playing summer league softball together. Makena accompanied Leah to her first country concert at the War memorial and the summer they went to the beach for a week with the entire family is one of Leah’s favorite memories. Makena and Leah have been through so much together and the way Makena supports and loves Leah is just one reason she deserves the title of Maid of Honor. The bride and groom are so proud of how much Makena has grown and achieved so many things in life like owning her own house and becoming an amazing teacher! Makena has been part of so many of the bride’s best memories. It’s only fitting that she’ll join her as Maid Of Honor on one of her greatest adventures yet.
Cory Berchick
Best Man
Cory "Boo" Berchick Cory is Casey's middle brother and best man. Throughout their lives they had the usual sibling rivalry, but as they got older they started becoming closer than ever. Whether it's wrestling, cooking, or just having beers, it's always a great time in each others company. Casey has always looked up to Cory and his oldest brother Chris (who is also a groomsmen); the three of them together make the perfect trio. Cory is the perfect example of how a big brother will tease you until the end of time--but also be there for you at the drop of a hat; which Casey has always been thankful for...especially when he needs picked up at the bar. Cory also has two kids who Casey and Leah both adore--Kellen and Reece. Casey was Cory's best man when he married the love of his life Janaye in 2018 and now Cory gets to return the favor. The groom is so excited and happy that his big brother gets to stand by his side during one of the best days of his life.
Renny Favor
Matron of Honor
Renny and the bride bonded over their love for cheerleading 10 years ago when meeting at Penn Highlands and instantly hit it off as friends–They’ve been inseparable ever since and even survived living together in Moxham for a year alongside another bridesmaid Lacey! Also, getting matching diamond tattoos was a bit of a risky but necessary move– April babies for life! Having Renny by the bride’s side for a decade has truly been the best blessing; Leah owes a lot of laughs, cries, and friendships to Renny and she is forever grateful that their paths crossed–and now Renny is stuck with Leah forever! Renny is also getting married in 2025 to the sweetest man Devin; The bride has never seen Renny so happy before and is ecstatic to share her bridal era with her absolute best friend. Having Renny stand by Leah as Matron of Honor is so important to her; she has been through so many ups and downs with Leah and going into this next chapter of life together as brides is so special to their friendship. LF’s forever.
Jake Green
Groomsman
Jake "Beans" Green Casey met Jake in college in 2017 and Casey immediately thought he was the worst. Shortly after he learned they have many of the same interest like guitar, exercise, and gaming. Since then the duo are practically inseparable and are quite a spectacle to see when they're together. If you see Casey--Jake is probably not far behind ready to get into mischief, whether it is at the bars, the gym, or back in the day while working at Conemaugh together. Jake knew Leah during X-ray school clinicals as well so, when Casey started liking Leah--Jake was a big part of convincing him to talk to her. Casey would not be able to have this wedding day without Jake being there--it means the world to Casey that Jake gets to be one of his groomsmen.
Lacey Krouse
Bridesmaid
Lacey and Leah met around 2015–owing Renny to our friendship! When Lacey decided to attend Penn Highlands in 2015- L L L was born! The bride and Lacey lived together in Moxham for a year and that’s when their friendship started to grow but even though they graduated college and moved into separate apartments; Lacey and Leah’s friendship ended up getting closer with each year! Beach trips were always a favorite; going to Fort Lauderdale, Ocean City and Punta Cana together. It didn’t matter what they did together though, just being in each other's presence was a great time! Also Lacey loves shopping in the bride’s closet which Leah never minds and actually encourages since she has too many clothes anyway! Lacey has the biggest heart and would stick up for any of her friends anytime they need her. Lacey’s friendship has meant the world to Leah, she’s so grateful to have such an amazing friend stand by her side on such a big day.
Brandon Fox
Groomsman
Brandon "B" Fox Brandon is Leah's younger brother; but soon Casey can say he finally has a baby brother too. Casey and Brandon pretty much clicked immediately upon meeting each other. Both share similar interest in cinema, gaming, and of course; pugs. Since Leah won't watch horror films with the groom--Brandon is the grooms designated "movie date" when a new movie comes to theaters. Leah is so proud of the man Brandon has become, and the fact that Casey and Brandon are so close makes her heart so happy; especially since she doesn't have to watch scary movies with Casey. Having Brandon be apart of this wedding party is so meaningful to both Casey and Leah--just as they know how much it means to Brandon as well (since he will now get to say he has a big brother too!)
Tara Wallace
Bridesmaid
The bride and Tara met the same way Lacey and Leah did– Renny! The bride is so thankful that such a sweet soul was brought into her life. Leah and Tara got to hangout a few times a year (at first) due to Tara going to WVU and having different schedules. However; Tara and Leah started to be able to hangout more when Tara came home after graduation! You could find her always hanging out at the Moxham house with Leah, Lacey and Renny. Tara introduced her love of music festivals to the bride and they were able to travel to Moonrise and EDC together! The bride’s favorite memories with Tara, though, are the one’s where it was just the girls hanging out; whether it was at each other's houses or going to dinner or wineries–every chance you get to hangout with Tara you know it’s going to be a great time— so much laughter and fun comes along with her, but also so much love and care. Having Tara a part of this wedding party was no question and Leah can’t wait to have Tara be there for her big day!
Chris Berchick
Groomsman
Chris "Crow" Berchick Casey is lucky to have not one, but two older brothers. Chris is Casey's oldest brother and has definitely had a huge impact on Casey's life. Crow is easily responsible for Casey's great taste in music, movies, and video games. Many of their core memories together include going to the Vans Warped Tour, playing RuneScape, and riding BMX bikes when they lived in Jerome. Chris has a way of brightening the whole room with his sense of humor-- when the groom is feeling down he knows Crow can be right there to make him feel better. The bride and groom love spending time with Chris and his girlfriend Brittany as much as they can-- and when all three siblings and the girls get together it feels so wholesome and complete. Casey is thrilled that Chris will be by his side during this big day; just like he has been his whole life.
Lindsay Svencer
Bridesmaid
Lindsay and Leah's friendship started because of her husband Zach. Zach and Leah were actually in X-ray school together when the two of them started dating and as fate would have it; Zach and Casey are childhood bestfriends! So, Leah and Lindsay knew a friendship was needed to get through their significant others' bromance together. The four of them would do a lot together! Double date nights, outdoor craft festivals, comedy shows and concerts! They always have a blast when they are together! Lindsay also loves to shop in Leah’s closet and they both bond over their love of all things girly–iced coffee, candles, decorating their houses! Zach and Lindsay also brought their adorable son into the world in 2023-whom Casey and Leah just adore! Both Leah and Casey were in Zach and Lindsay’s wedding in 2021, so it is just a full circle moment that they will be in the wedding party standing by Leah and Casey during such a huge point in their relationship. The bride will forever be thankful for Lindsay’s friendship–being so supportive and caring throughout the last four years they have known each other and it will be many more years of fun to come!
Zach Svencer
Groomsman
Zach "Gator" Svencer Casey and Zach met in High School and became friends when they wore the same band t-shirt to school. Zach is basically an honorary 4th Berchick Brother. Throughout the years they have played music together and have gone to many concerts with each other. Casey had the amazing privilege of being Zach's best man at his wedding, along with Leah being a bridesmaid too. Zach is another X-ray alumni with Leah and Casey and has been there throughout the future bride and grooms entire relationship. Zach has been a big part of Casey's childhood and now also into becoming an adult. Zach is always there for Casey during the big moments in life and vice versa. When Casey graduated, bought a house, and when Zach got married and started a family. Casey is actually the godfather to Zach's son Matty--which means a lot to the groom. Casey stood by Zach's side when he married Lindsay (one of Leah's bridesmaids) and now it is Zach's turn to stand by Casey.
Nicole Jenkinson
Bridesmaid
Nicole has several ways that she is close with the bride. For starters, they went to high school together and were always friends with each other–mostly because they were “band geeks”. They started to get really close when they both waitressed at the Johnstown Inn together for way too long! Bonding over the serving life always brings the best friendships, but dating guys who are also besties is such a plus! Nicole and Devin started dating in 2019 and are a big part of the bride and groom’s love story! Devin and Casey went to highschool together just like Nicole and Leah did! So when Nicole told the bride she needed to date one of Devin’s friends; Casey was the one that finally caught Leah’s eye in May of 2020 and luckily for them their plan to double date has worked out perfectly and they can continue that forever now that Nicole and Devin have been married since 2022! Being friends with Nicole for so long has been so meaningful to Leah– they both have gone through so many life changes separately, but still have stayed close throughout all of that– even before the groom was in the picture Nicole was always the most caring friend and Leah knows that having Nicole join her on this day will make her love story feel so surreal and complete!
Devin Jenkinson
Groomsman
Devin "Dev" Jenkinson Casey and Devin became good friends after Devin moved to Conemaugh Township. They wrestled together in highs school and remained close ever since. Devin along with his wife Nicole; who is one of Leah's bridesmaids, is responsible for Leah and Casey's first "date" at the infamous farm and the four of them try to hangout as much as possible and try to travel together too! When Devin and Casey are together you know it will be a great time with lots of laughing. Devin is the type of friend you can call anytime and he will pick up the phone (like the time he came to help Casey move furniture into Casey's new house unexpectedly), the groom has always admired that about Dev. Casey was one of Devin's groomsmen in 2022 and now Devin gets to return the favor by being beside Casey for his wedding day.
Kellen and Reece
Ring Bearer
Kellen and Reece are the son's of Cory Berchick; the best man. Casey (who they call Uncle Juice) absolutely adores these two boys. Kellen loves wrestling with Uncle Juice and loves coming to their house to play and get into anything he can. Reece is still too little to know anything, but he is such a chill baby that Casey and Leah don't mind having him around. Leah or "Aunt Lee Lee" is so glad they are apart of her life and she gets to watch them grow. Being able to call these two their nephews is one of the best gifts in life. They both just brighten their world more with their little giggles, the cuddles and the fun that they bring when they come around. The bride and groom are so excited to have them be ring bearers in their wedding.