Holli & Michael
Wedding Party
Vanessa Calabro
Maid of Honor
Vanessa and I have been friends for the last 13 years. We shared many classes together throughout most of our school years. We even had the same locker hall since she moved to the school district. Her first impression of me were not so great. Apparently I was not so nice one day and caught her starring at me in middle school and called her out on it, LOL!! Senior year of high school, we had English 12 together and we started to get acquainted with each other. Then on March 16, 2007, a very cold snowy night, Vanessa invited me over to a friends house for a Hula party. Needless to say, the rest is history. Vanessa has been there for me in more ways than one. She is my family, my best friend, and my partner in crime. Because of Vanessa, I have countless memories that I will forever cherish.
Danielle Bonardel
Matron of Honor
Danielle and I have been friends for almost 18 years now. We first met at the public library. Her friend and I liked the same boy at the time and she decided to get in my face to defend her friend. We met again, months later when I was dating her beloved brother, John. I don't think that she remember our first encounter until I brought it up at her own wedding four years ago during my Maid of Honor speech, LOL! Anyways, Danielle and I have been through thick and thin. She literally is another sister to me. I know that in any given time, she would drop everything and come to my side. She has blessed me with two amazing Godsons. I am so grateful for her friendship. We have been through so much together, some bad, really bad, and some amazing times. She is an amazing person inside and out.
Carol Simonson
Bridesmaid
My sister-in-law to be! I am so lucky to have this beautiful person in my life. Carol and I met for the first time Labor Day weekend a little over 4 years ago. After the crazy drive down to the island in the vette with Mike, Carol saw my hot mess self looking at all these dolled up women ready for a night out of town and I was clearly not. She took me to her closet and said, "Pick out anything you want." At the end of the trip, Carol said, "We'll keep you, but get rid of my brother." We laughed of course. Ever since then, Carol has been there for me in so many ways that I can't even truly express how grateful and blessed I am to have a sister-in-law to be in my life. She is already a sister to me, regardless of the fact that I am marrying her brother. I love you girl! I am so excited!
Brittany Pilla
Bridesmaid
Brittany (Tucci) has been apart of my life for the last 17 years. I was one of her very first friends when she came to Pleasant Valley. We instantly clicked and became the greatest of friends. So many memories to count, but I know that every single one of them always ended with endless laughter. One of my most favorite memories is when we were driving home from he shore and we ended up taking a scenic route home. It was the most peaceful and relaxing adventure we both ever experienced. We still talk about it to this day. She is truly one of the kindest, free spirited, and loyalest person I have ever met. Brittany and I have been there for one another in so many scenarios, always having each other's back. Brittany is my most dearest friend and I am so grateful for her friendship.
Talia Everett
Bridesmaid
Talia and I met in middle school during cheer camp for the little league, the Cubs. During that time we learned more about each other and realized that our families were from the same area and we bonded so fast. After that, it was pretty much history. We had the same group of friends and we hung out all the time. So many great memories in the last 17 years. She has been there for me through the ups and downs in my life as well for me to her. I am so lucky to have Talia in my life! She is my Italian sister and I love her dearly.
Brooke Garrabrant
Bridesmaid
Brooke and I met almost 10 years ago in North Carolina. We were both married to Marines at the time and worked at a after school program called Excel. Before we even met, the staff at the school would often call us by the other name and we couldn't figure out why, so when we were both in the office the one day, the manager said, "Look, there is your twin!" We both laughed and finally introduced ourselves. After that, the rest is history. We went from working in the same classroom together, to having lunch dates, to hanging out every Friday night, to sharing a special bond with her and her beautiful children, to moving far away from each other, to meeting each other's family, and then to becoming sisters at heart. Brooke has always been so special to me as a person and friend. I love you!
Amy Keller
Bridesmaid
Amy and I go way back to when I was in high school and she was my math support teacher. Years later, when I started working for PV, I ran into Amy on my first day; she instantly remembered me and was so excited that I was working in the same field as her. That same day, she had me subbing for her and took me in and became my mentor. Amy is an incredible teacher and has taught me so much during my career as an associate teacher. As time went on, Amy became my friend, a big sister at heart, and a person I could count on. I am so grateful to have her in my life. She has taught me so many values in life and when to not let stuff bother me. I can not wait to share my special day with her. Thank you for being a big influence in my life. I love you Ams!
Amy Martin
Bridesmaid
Oh Amy dear. I think we can both agree that our friendship started due to a very special lady, Mama Walters. Cindy, Amy's mother was a very dear person to my heart. She welcomed me into her family with open arms and throughout the years, Amy and I got very close. In those years, Amy has helped me out a lot with my education, being there for me when I needed a friend, being my shoulder to cry on, and being my person to go to when things get tough. She is so special to me and I am so grateful for her friendship and all the awesome memories we shared together. Love you Amy!
Erika Dwyer
Bridesmaid
Erika and I met through a mutual friend six years ago. I needed my hair done in the worst way and he referred me to her. So, one day when she was picking up her daughter from the daycare I was working at, I asked her if she would be okay with doing my hair, and of course she said "Yes." That was all it took for us to become the best of friends. That night, I went to her house and we laughed, talked, and gossiped all night, it was like we had been friends for years. Over that time, we formed a trust like no other. We were each other support systems without even realizing it. Erika became more than a friend to me, she welcomed me into her family with her three beautiful girls, and always has been there for me when I needed someone. I am so honored and blessed to have her in my life.Love you.
Laura Kwasny
Bridesmaid
Laura is a very free spirited person that will make you smile all the time. I met Laura from our special friend, Nicole four years ago. The night that I met Laura and her husband, I thought that she was from California by how bubbly her personality is. I laughed so much that night and we realized how much of a small world it was when we found out that she is also really good friends with my soon to be sister-in-law. These past four years have been so much fun and special, so many wonderful memories made in just a short time. I could not be luckier to have a girl like her in my life. Laura is so zen and bliss that she makes you feel so calm and happy all the time. I am truly honored to have Laura in my life and to have her stand by my side next year, To our angel, Nicole, thank you <3
Elizabeth Freeman
Flower Child
Elizabeth is the daughter of William and Luanne Freeman, who is also Mike's cousin.
Matthew Walters
Best Man
Matt wears scarves in the summer time. The end!
Jon Smith
Best Man
Smitty likes bacon and Bill f*cking Murray! The end!
Charlie Hayes
Groomsman
Charlie is my oldest nephew! Over the years I got to see him grow up to be this very kind hearted, independent person, who loves his family and would do anything for them. I have the up most respect for Charlie with everything he has been through, he never let that get in the way of what he wanted to do in life. I am so proud of him. I am also so honored that he wanted to be apart of our big day by being Mike’s groomsman. It makes me so happy and I cannot wait to have him share this moment with us. I love you buddy 💙.
Corey Swanger
Groomsman
Corey likes Old Milwaukee and fixing cars! The end!
Ethan Simonson
Groomsman
Ethan likes to drink Ultra and OPIE! The end!
Derrick Heistand
Groomsman
Derrick hates the Cowboys and he’s good at turning stuff off and turning back on! The end!
William Freeman
Groomsman
Billy likes trains and camaros! The end!
Joshua Lutz
Officiant
Also Groomsman. Joshua likes the “Office” and IPAs! The end!
Kris Martin
Groomsman
Martin likes Florida state and the Bears. The end!
Marcus Solt
Groomsman
Marcus likes NO ONE! The end!
Kris Guercio
Groomsman
Goose breeds Gingers and loves CrossFit! The end!
Jameson Walters
Ring Bearer
Jameson is the son of Matthew and Kara Walters. Jameson is also Mike’s Godson. 💙
Donna Bayard
Mother of the Bride
To my mommy, I love you so much. You’re one of my biggest inspirations and someone I’ve always looked up to. You’ve taught me so much in life that I am forever grateful for raising me how you did, because I wouldn’t be the person I am today if you didn’t. Thank you so much for being there for me the countless times that I needed you by my side. I can’t wait for the big day and having you walk me down the isle is going to be the biggest blessing of them all. I love you ❤️.
Patricia Freeman
Mother of the Groom
To my mom, thank you for everything. Love you!
Cathie Freeman
Step Mother of the Groom
Cathie, thank you for everything and still being apart of our lives.