Wedding Party
Leo Quirk
Son of the Groom
Leo is James's 8 year old son, and his pride and joy. Leo is a hilarious, creative, and intelligent young man who is wise beyond his years. He is what every parent hopes their kid to be. James is beyond excited to have Leo at his side while they celebrate this next chapter in their lives. Abbie is truly honored to be a part of Leo’s life. He has welcomed her into his world with open arms from the very beginning. He has taught Abbie a lot and she is so excited to have him be a part of such a big day for their little family!
Rosealena (Rosey) Thompson
Maid of Honor
Rosey has been Abbie’s best friend for almost 10 years. They met at a Halloween party, both dressed in creepy/gory costumes, and the rest is history. Abbie and Rosey have spent their early adult years growing together and helping each other through life’s obstacles. Rosey was also one of the very first people to hear of Abbie’s giant crush on James. “That hot guy from work.” Abbie is honored to have Rosey by her side, not only on her wedding day, but through life in general.
Dom Ferrare
Best Man
Dom and James have been best friends since the 4th grade. They went to grade school and high school together and are more like brothers than friends. The amount of laughter they've shared together over the last 20+ years is too much to calculate and James did not hesitate to have him by his side for such an important day. They've been there for each other through thick and thin. For the sake of our photos, all James asks is... Dom close your mouth.
Karissa Szczesny
Maid of Honor
Karissa and Abbie have been best friends for 6 years! They knew a lot of the same people but once they finally started hanging out, they would spend hours together just talking about life (lol trauma dumping.) Karissa has also grown along side Abbie through their early adult years and helped each other through it all. She is truly a ride or die so not only will she be a MOH for the wedding, but she will also be security. (kidding…kind of.) Abbie is honored to have Karissa by her side on her wedding day and all the other days. ilybiangslyb
Aj Hanson
Best Man
AJ and James have been best friends since 2013 when they both started working at Cloud 9 Wine Bar. Beyond being an elite serving duo they became inseperable friends in no time at all. AJ is family and a forever confidant to James. He is also the first person he told he would marry Abbie more than 3 years ago before they even started dating. AJ, how does that make you feel?
Victoria Quirk
Bridesmaid
Victoria is James's little sister and Abbie's future sister-in-law. She is an incredibly talented artist with a bright future ahead of her. She is hilarious and as unique as a white pigeon. Abbie and James are excited to have her take flight with them on their big day.
Dominic Quirk
Groomsman
Dominic is James's younger brother and his first ever show-and-tell presentation. He is a gifted writer, musician, and a devoted academic. James is proud of his achievements and glad that he will be joining him for his and Abbie's big day.
Ketara Hinman
Bridesmaid
Ketara was a coworker of James and Abbie’s. Her and Abbie had known each other previously before working together, but once they finally met, it was a wrap. They quickly became best friends, and had a sisterly bond. Ketara is truly one of the most kind hearted people we have ever met. Abbie is honored to have her be a part of such a big day.
Derek Hoenes
Groomsman
Derek has been one of James's best friends for more than a decade. They have always bonded over playing music together. The two of them have become so sonically in sync that the tunes just don't stop *insert sick riff here*. James is honored to have Derek by his side and can't wait to hear that infectious laugh all night long.
Caitlin Shaner
Bridesman
Caitlin was hired at 1201 Kitchen while Abbie had been working there for a few years. She was shy when she started, but Abbie took her under her wing and they instantly clicked. Abbie and Cait had grown close and she quickly became the little sister Abbie had always wished for. Cait worked with James as well, so she had a front row seat of watching their love bloom into what it is now. She was Abbie’s hype woman for their first date. Abbie is so excited that Cait will be a part of their big day. 444.
Troy Sharman
Groomsman
Troy became one of James's best friends nearly 8 years ago after they both worked at Cloud 9 Wine Bar together. He also worked with James and Abbie at Bar Ronin and became a close friend of Abbie's and has become family to them both. Troy is an intelligent, insightful, old soul whom James and Abbie are blessed to have in their lives.
Emily Kohlmiller
Bridesmaid
Emily and James became instant best friends when James transferred to Mercyhurst Prep his sophomore year of high school. Their friendship is effortless and Emily is the Sagittarius twin he never had. They can always count on each other to be there for one another and they told each other they'd be in each others weddings when they were just teenagers.
Andrew Osten
Groomsman
Andrew has been one of James’s best friends since their late teen years. They have had a lifetime of fun and laughs in just over a decade with no sign of stopping. Andrew has become part of the family and they will always have each others' backs. James is proud to have Andrew by his side for such an important day.
Alyssa Herbe
Bridesmaid
Alyssa is Abbie’s cousin. She was one of Abbie’s very first best friends in life. As kids, they would spend their summers playing mermaids in their grandmas pool and sharing their newest Polly Pocket collections with each other. Built in best friends from the very beginning. From silly little girls, to fierce adult women, they’ve been by each other’s sides through all of life’s adventures. Abbie couldn’t imagine her wedding day without Alyssa by her side. Mermaids forever.
Cody Capwill
Groomsman
Cody is Abbie’s cousin! Oddly enough, he also knew James before James and Abbie had started dating. Cody and Abbie were always buddies growing up. Another built in best friend from the very beginning. Abbie and James are so excited to have Cody be a part of their big day.
Angus Biebel
Officiant
Angus is Abbie’s big brother! He has always been someone she has looked up to. He played a huge part in shaping her into the woman she is today. From sitting in his room when she was little, drawing and listening to his heavy metal, to guiding her through all of her early adult years. He’s been there for it all. We’re honored to have him as our Officiant.
Loki and Gamora Forne
Ring Bearer and Flower Girl
Loki and Gamora are Abbie’s (and soon to be James’) niece and nephew. They have been Abbie’s little buddies since the day they were both born. Abbie spent most of her Wednesdays with them for the past 5+ years dancing, building towers, swimming, and eating chicken nuggets together. They’re the silliest, kindest little pals.