Dawn & Garrett
Wedding Party
Brandi Herbert
Matron of Honor
Brandi met Dawn and Garrett about 6 years ago. They met through a mutual love of trivia and supporting the underdog, through Chive charities. Dawn and Brandi have really bonded the last few years over mutual interests. She has a love of traveling, drinking wine, and playing board games. Brandi recently married the love of her life, Bob, and asked Dawn and Garrett to be part of their day. Brandi has a unique way of bringing friends together. making everyone feel welcome and finding the best places in the tri-state to eat brunch. She is humble, thoughtful and has become one of their closest friends. Dawn is honored to have her smiling face and expertise next to her as she takes on the next chapter of her life.
Kelly Johnson
Bridesmaid
Kelly and Dawn have been friends for 22 years. They met fresh out of high school and instantly connected through mutual friends. They have the type of friendship that has withstand the test of time. They both shared their first jobs at Pizza places and moved on to the banking industry. They have way too many inside jokes and stories that include mix tapes. Kelly is a mother of 2 and is the epitome of loyal. She has stood by Dawn through the toughest of times and has loved her through it all. The truth is, there's never been a happy time that Kelly hasn't been a part of. Being engaged and getting married will be no different. Dawn is ecstatic to have Kelly's positive energy and friendship on her wedding day!
Rebecca Muddiman Burt
Matron of Honor
Rebecca aka Beck, Becca, Becka Boo, Becky with the good hair is the sister of the bride. She's beautiful, intelligent and has always supported Dawn in every aspect of her life. She's a mother to Aubrey, Dawn's niece and has been with the love of her life, Tyler for 18 years. She has the unique ability to memorize song lyrics within a few times of hearing them, connect with strangers and work through any stressful situation. She's hardworking, creative and has a love for traveling. She's loyal and loving. She's almost the exact opposite of her sister in so many ways, except when it comes to pouring her heart into everything she cares about. Dawn and Garrett couldn't imagine sharing their day without her right by their side.
Amy Holmes
Bridesmaid
Dawn and Amy met about 6 years ago through mutual friends and their love of helping others. Amy is crafty, team Hufflepuff, a video game lover and down for any board game. She loves Harry Potter, game nights and classic rock. She's always up for meeting for bloody Mary's or drinks at the Hofbrahaus. She is humble, and doesn't candy coat sh&^. She enjoys sitting on sheets in the backseat of new cars and whatever normal people do on long walks at the beach. She's funny, caring and someone that is easy to talk to. She connects with kids easily and always has a positive spin on things. Dawn is lucky to have her on "her team!"
Jena Tuccinardi
Bridesmaid
Jena and Dawn met somewhere between 4th and 6th grade at Chase Elementary. They bonded over stringy hair and 80's fashion. They lost touch for several years. [Enter Facebook world] Jena reached out through social media and they reconnected. Everyone needs a Jena in their life. She is awesome, strong, down to earth and funny. She works hard, and is there for you in the drop of a hat. She loves anything Harry Potter, F•R•I•E•N•D•S or bourbon related. She knows high fashion and is a master of the messy bun. She's the type of friend that you can go years without talking to and can easily pick up exactly where you left off. Jena has became a staple in our lives and we're thankful for our strong bonded friendship and we look forward to the memories that are still to come.
Aubrey Burt
Jr. Bridesmaid
Aubrey is the beautiful niece of the bride and daughter of the Matron of Honor, Rebecca. Aubrey and Dawn have a very special bond. That beautiful blue eyed girl has been the most important girl in Dawn's life since she was 2 weeks old. Aubrey isn't big into wearing girly clothes or getting dressed up, but couldn't wait to be part of our BIG DAY! She is excited to make "Uncle Gurt" officially her uncle!
Scott Meadows
Best Man
On this side of the co-best men Scotts, we have Meadows! Not only is Scott, Garrett's longest running best friend, band mate throughout the years and all-around goofster, he is also Garrett's brother-in-law. They met on the first day of seventh grade through their mutual admiration for TMNT and drawing cartoons (you know, the finer things in life) and never looked back since. Scott is always up to the task of getting a laugh out of you, even if the expense is the cheesiest dad joke you'll ever hear. He can also get down with the best of them, being one heck of a musician, and someone with whom Garrett has always loved to share the stage! With a tenure of 29 years and counting, and so much life experience together, there was no question who Garrett wanted by his side for the big day!
Scott Hershner
Best Man
On this side of the best man coin, we have Scott H. Referred to as plain ol Hershner, or by his band alias, "Trouble"! It's only fitting that Garrett have co-best men, because if not for Meadows, Garrett wouldn't know Hershner. The groom and Scott first met when a new drummer was needed for the band Haze Effect. He and Meadows had already rocked out, so he fit right in! It didn't take long before Garrett and Scott realized they had all too similar interests, and they've been the best of buds and band mates ever since. Scott is musically versatile, a helluva drummer and a guy that will do anything for a friend! He's also one who will give tough love when it is needed, bust your chops, but turn right around and give the ultimate compliment! In other words, Scott will fit the role perfectly!
Greg Pearson
Groomsman
Greg. G-Pooh, Greggy-Poo, Old Gregg: he's the man with a plan, and a pretty badass Jeep, I might add! Greg and Garrett first met 13 years ago at the pool of a mutual apartment community. Never one to meet a stranger, he struck up frivolous, light-hearted conversation amongst the rays, chlorinated water and beer and they quickly hit it off. After a while, they soon discovered they both had a love for hanging at The Back Porch and throwing cornhole, and they've been buds ever since, (airport trip included). Greg is dependable, and though he doesn't usually wear too much emotion on his sleeve, he has other ways of showing his loyalty. Being a good friend does come with it's faults; The Steelers?! Really?! That aside, can't wait to hear the next Seinfeld or Family Guy reference on the big day!
Bob Herbert
Groomsman
Now we have Bob!... what about Bob, you ask? Well, I'll gladly tell you! Bob is a bourbon drinking, poker playing, dog loving, hard working son-of-a-gun! Dawn and Garrett met Bob on a casual night out with friends and it didn't take long to realize, from his personality, that he was someone they wanted to hang out with again. Shortly thereafter, they again crossed paths with Bob at a charity gathering, and since then, the bride and groom and the "Bn'B" duo have been relatively inseparable. Call him what you will, "Bib", "Blob", "Bobbo", but one thing is for certain: on this particular encounter, he became forever known as the guy who dressed like Garrett. To easily sum it up, Bob is just one of those easily approachable guys for which you just know no one has ever had a bad word to say.
Mike Vincent
Groomsman
"Vincent", "Mikey V.", "That Guy From PA"...whatever you choose to call him, Mike is a solid, all-around good guy! Dawn and Garrett first became acquainted with Mike through their shared love for charity, helping out the underdog and just having a blast while doing it. Since then, in past 5 years, he's been nothing short of someone who is reliable and always has Dawn and Garrett's back. Mike is also one of those easy going people that will just go with the flow of whatever breeze happens to be blowing. He's one to just drop everything at a moments notice, whether it be to help out a friend, or have a good time! The recent doggie dad, Mike now has his hands full with the ever lovable Zero. Although, that will never stop Mike to take a time out to enjoy a beer or three along the way!
Phil Tuley
Groomsman
Last, but certainly not least, to round out this loyal group of gents, we have Phil! He's also been known to answer to Philly, Philbert... you get the gist! Behind co-best man, Scott M., Phil has known Garrett the longest! They first met on the first day of Garrett's first job at Pizza Hut. After working together for a couple years and becoming pals, they were soon inseparable on the weekends! They were in their twenties at this point, so this was the prime partying era, and they never shied-away from a good time; always hitting up the local bar or club. Since then, they've continued to work together for the past 20 years at their current job. Phil never takes himself too seriously; always finding the humor in almost anything...and that's exactly why he fits perfectly into this gang!