John & Blaire
Wedding Party
Aaron Prothero
Groomsman
Aaron has been one of John’s closest friends since they could walk. Aaron grew up only two houses down from John and they two could be found riding their jeeps, playing with trains, or raking leaves. Aaron moved away from Connellsville at a young age, however the two remained incredibly close. Fond memories that Aaron and John share are sled riding down Valley Forge Drive, listening to stories/advice from grandparents, and playing “Bombs Away”. Aaron graduated from Temple University and currently works in Miami, Florida for an aviation company that leases airplanes. This summer John and Blaire had the opportunity to visit Aaron in Fort Lauderdale and watch him propose to his fiancé Nikki on Fort Lauderdale Beach.
Justin Teets
Groomsman
Justin and John became great friends while attending Dunbar Township Elementary School together. Growing up they both spent their summers swimming at John’s “Bubba Jo’s” or Justin’s “Aunt Lois’s” as well as watching Pirates games together. In high school, Justin’s is well known and critically acclaimed for his knockout role as Kenickie in the musical Grease (request “Grease Lightnin" and he just might give you a show!) Justin and John both attended Saint Vincent College where they were roommates together their freshman year and graduated in 2015. Justin works for Somerset Trust Company and recently passed his Bankers Investment Exam! Justin and John both enjoy “CHANGING 100” at various casinos throughout the region.
Matt White
Groomsman
Matt and John became great friends while at Connellsville Area High School. During their high school days, they were very active within Georgetown Manor keeping the driveways clean during major snow storms. Growing up, the two were fierce competitors as Matt played for John’s rivals Bullskin and in Saint Rita’s youth basketball. Today, Matt is a production manager for TSI Touch. Matt and John have been there for important moments in each other’s lives. Matt, along with Justin was there for John when he got engaged at Nemacolin and John was there for Matt when he tragically fell from the tailgate of his truck and helped nurse him back to health. Both Matt and John are Bud Light connoisseurs and manage a Championship Fantasy Football Team together, “Floatin Down Breakneck”.
Eddie Kilkeary
Groomsman
Eddie and John met at Saint Vincent College where John was a senior and Eddie was a freshman on the baseball team. Both bonded extremely quickly and the “40 bros” were born. During the baseball season, John batted 3rd and Eddie batted 4th and had a healthy race for the PAC batting title similar to Roger Maris and Mickey Mantle chasing Babe Ruth in 1961. Eddie recently graduated from Saint Vincent College majoring in Finance. Eddie enjoys spending his free time in Dawson, PA at its many local eating and nightlife establishments. Eddie begins each day by “drinking from the cup of the King of Kings” for good luck. Eddie has followed in his grandfather and father’s footsteps and works in the aviation industry. Eddie has a passion for airplanes, Stu Feiner, and Smirnoff Ices.
Dan Moore
Groomsman
Dan and John met as Freshman at Saint Vincent College. Both were notorious members of the Pod 1C Sh*t Show. The two quickly became great friends and shared many common interests: sports, video games, golf, and poker to name a few. Dan and John became roommates for their Junior and Senior years at SVC. One of their traditions was making Chipolte trips normally at least 2x times per week. Their room consistently had viewing parties for all Pittsburgh sports teams and WWE PPV events. Many nights, they would have heated sports debates which were normally centered around the Steelers or the Penguins. Dan currently works in Pittsburgh as an accountant for GNC. Both Dan and John like to enjoy weekends together by golfing and playing poker.
Nick Federline
Groomsman
Nick and John met as freshman at Saint Vincent College. Both were notorious members of the Pod 1C Sh*t Show. Despite living less than 20 feet away freshman year, it was not until a post-luau dance and trip to the Hookah Bar were they formally met and hit it off. Nick and John became teammates on many occasions: intramural sports, case races, and pong partners (BAD IDEA). Nick and John were roommates their junior and senior years at SVC. Some of Nick’s claims to fame are introducing the Summer Shandy student ID discount at Falbo’s and having one of the silkiest jump shots in SVC intramural history. Nick currently lives and works in Pittsburgh as an accountant for The Binkley and Kanavy Group.
Shane Puskar
Groomsman
Shane is Blaire’s younger brother. Shane has always been very comfortable with John and their relationship has grown stronger each year. Despite being 11 years old, Shane is very skilled with tools and can drive very well. Shane is your prototypical outdoorsman and spends a majority of his time riding his quad or working at Universal Ready Mix. Shane’s claim to fame is saving John from drowning in Florida when he “fell” into the canal in Cape Coral. Shane was quick to alert everyone that John had taken a tumble off the dock and he was rescued to safety shortly after that! Shane is everything that John could ask for in a brother-in-law, someone who is: funny, hard-working, and helpful.
Jimmy Malone
Best Man
Best Man: Jimmy Malone Jimmy is John's younger brother. Despite being four years younger, Jimmy was very competitive and was always involved with John’s friends and received his fair share of nose bleeds. They had many competitive Wiffle ball games in the back yard and at their grandparents’ house where Pappy Jim was the all-time pitcher/referee. Throughout little league and AAU baseball John was Jimmy’s biggest fan and coach. John and Jimmy both followed in their father’s footsteps attending Saint Vincent College and playing baseball. Jimmy is currently a junior at Saint Vincent College, majoring in business. John considers Jimmy his best friend and is thankful to have him by his side as his best man.
Brooke Puskar
Maid of Honor
Brooke is Blaire's older sister and maid of honor. Despite being sisters, Brooke and Blaire have many different interests. For Brooke they are: Bud Light, John Deere, and trucks, to name a few. Brooke is a kindhearted and fun loving person who loves to have a good time! Brooke has a young daughter named Bourbon, she can normally be seen running with her on the bike trail or bringing her to Universal Ready Mix to enjoy a cold beer. Brooke and Blaire love enjoying nights in the hot tub with a bottle of wine or 2, or 3. Brooke works at TSI Touch as a regional saleswoman. Blaire is so thankful to have Brooke as her maid of honor and is so happy that her best friend will be next to her as she begins the next chapter of her life!
Jaylyn Puskar
Bridesmaid
Jaylyn is Blaire’s younger cousin. Jaylyn and Blaire grew up next to each other which they loved. You could find them most likely glued to the hip laughing and eating pickles! There is never a dull moment when they are together. So many memories you could go on and on! For example; only they would swim back and forth from the bottom to the top calling themselves mermaids. So many things that Jaylyn and Blaire did wouldn’t make sense to anyone, but are memories the two of them will cherish forever. Jaylyn will be starting a career at Ruby Hospital as a Repository Therapist ,which we all know she will be amazing at !
Claire Puskar
Bridesmaid
Claire is Blaire’s younger cousin. Blaire babysat Claire along with her brother Shane and quickly grew a close bond with Claire. Watching her grow was something she enjoyed. Claire and Blaire share similar interests such as cats, ice cream and dancing. Needless to say Claire has the rhythm and is an awesome dancer and spends countless hours practicing and enjoying herself! Claire is a soon to be Sixth grader at Frazier High School. You can find Claire on snapchat always being creative with filters just like Blaire!
Paige Leonard
Bridesmaid
Paige is Blaire’s older cousin. Growing up, Blaire saw her older cousin as a role model and someone she could always trust! They share similar interests like listening to the same taste in music, tv shows, or movies etc.. Paige and Blaire both had an liking for Twilight. Their love for Twilight stemmed from Paige’s resemblance to Kristen Stewart which is something Paige and Blaire still laugh about to this day. Even into adulthood, Paige and Blaire have remained very close. Blaire loves to spend time with Paige’s two adorable sons: Henry and baby Joey.
Liz Mulac
Bridesmaid
Liz is married to Blaire’s cousin Ryan. As soon as they met they got along perfectly. It’s never a dull moment at family events when they are together. Liz is a high school biology teacher at AG. In addition, Liz makes wedding invitations and other wedding related services which as you can tell by the invitations for our wedding, she is amazing. Liz is funny and creative and is always willing to help others. Liz has a love for animals just like Blaire which you can see on Liz's Instagram stories or their cat and dogs!
Lindsay Hagner
Bridesmaid
Lindsay is one Blaire’s best friends. Blaire and Lindsay enjoy car rides and singing (most importantly singing backup vocals to John Deere Green). She considers herself, Lindsay and Brooke “The Three Musketeers”. Lindsay has a unique personality and her best quality is her heart. Lindsay is such a helpful and loyal person and Blaire is so thankful for all she has done throughout the wedding planning process. Lindsay is an Office Administrator at Boeing. Lindsay is an avid snap chatter and enjoys going to the gym (especially at 3AM).
Torrie Smith
Bridesmaid
Torrie is one of Blaire's best friends. They met their freshman year of high school waiting in line to get their pictures taken and complemented each other shirts, after that they became closer friends. Long car rides and listening to music and summer time is just a few things they share a liking too. Torrie is finishing her Master's Degree in Criminal Investigation. No matter where life takes them within the 12 years of friendship they always manage to stay in touch and pick up right where they left off.
Courtney Conn
Bridesmaid
Courtney is one of Blaire’s best friends. They met working at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort in 2015. At first they weren’t sure of each other then quickly realized how much they have in common, Now they are inseparable. they like that they can be weird together. They both love Ohiopyle trips, food and shopping. Courtney is an extremely talented nail technician and one day hopes to have her own place which we all know she will be amazing with! They will be forever friends.