Wedding Party
Kathleen Haughton
Maid of Honor
Kathleen is Julia's big sister. Being close in age, they participated in similar activities through childhood (learned from the best) and both attended PSU. Although Julia may have been the 'annoying little sister' at times, Kathleen was always there to help her learn and support her when she needed it. It was an honor to follow in such amazing footsteps. Kathleen has helped Julia expand her horizons over the years with trips to Las Vegas, Miami, Spain, and London. Kathleen was one of the first people to celebrate the newly engaged couple when she hosted them in London the week following the engagement. She is always there to offer advice and support, even with a 5 hour time difference!
Christy Hunt
Matron of Honor
Christy is Julia's longest friend; thanks to Julia's mom for walking over to ask Christy's mom about having horses in their pasture and finding out they both had 3 year old girls. The early years included preschool halloween parties, awkward elementary dance numbers, and hours of mucking horse stalls while performing duets. Their friendship has evolved over the years but Christy continues to be a source of support and comfort for Julia; providing the cutest puppies to go on pup walks, always being ready for a "do nothing" night, and continuing to support Julia's addiction to puzzles.
Michelle Gergar
Bridesmaid
Julia has known Michelle since elementary school. They grew up together and became roommates together senior year at PSU. The Donze clan always made Julia feel at home when away from home at their amazing football tailgates. The hours of studying, themed parties, and Michelle finding a boyfriend (now husband) that plays volleyball only brought them closer together.
Alex Gasho
Bridesmaid
Alex (Gasho as she has been endearingly called since middle school) has known Julia since middle school band and church camps. She has always been up for an adventure and is able to make anyone feel at home. Julia continues to live vicariously through Alex's world travels. Annual girl's trips and when Alex comes home for visits with the group always fill our cup and make all the pieces fit.
Laura O'Connor
Bridesmaid
Julia has known Laura since middle school band. They have been friends through high school volleyball, college shenanigans, and brushed off the dust post college to play in an adult volleyball league. Laura is the queen of Irish goodbyes but still making sure everyone is safe and taken care of. She is always down for a good time even if it almost ruins her own proposal (sorry Kyle). A casual dinner turns into the best night of your life with this girl by your side.
Sara Baginsky
Bridesmaid
Sara has known Julia since middle school band (there's a trend here we know). They have been friends through high school, college, and now have found similar passions working in special education in elementary schools. Julia and Sara have often joked about opening their own clinic for occupational and speech/language therapy services. Sara added the first baby to the friend group and it has been so much fun watching her become the best mom.
Kaitlin Osburn
Bridesmaid
Kaitlin agreed to split an apartment with Julia before they even met in grad school and it ended up being the best decision ever. They survived graduate school together with similar passions for helping people communicate and for binge watching musicals. They continue to share a bond as school based SLPs. Kaitlin has since become an amazing mom to two sweet boys. The visits are always full of chaos and fun and Julia wouldn't want it any other way.
Kyle Hunt
Officiant
Kyle is married to Julia's best friend and has known her since high school. When the Hunt's met Tim, the men immediately got along and get together weekly to play games. The couple wanted an officiant that knew both of them and that would welcome them into married life with some personality. Kyle, thankfully, accepted the job.
Steve Capano
Co-Best Man
"Luck personified" Tim met Steve while working at the Jennersville YMCA summer camp in 2008. A fast friendship was formed, and shenanigans ensued. Steve has the devil's own luck but he has made it a point to be there for Tim through the good times and the bad which ultimately makes Tim the lucky one.
Jake MacLean
Co-Best Man
"The songbird of his generation" Tim met Jake at the Jennersville YMCA summer camp in 2008 (deja vu). Together they forged a lasting friendship surrounded by bears and foxes. Through life's lows and highs Tim knew that advice, a joke or a song could all be found in Jake.
Rob Hammer
Groomsman
"The back to back 04/05 family Thanksgiving dinner Champion" Rob is Tim's cousin on his father's side of the family. Tim and Rob grew up together over summers of kickball and PB&J's which have now turned into rounds of golf and beers. Tim appreciates Rob's constantly looking out for his well-being and that always challenges him to better himself.
Dustin Casteel
Groomsman
"12 hours is 12 hours..." Tim met Dustin while working at the Aberdeen Test Center in 2010 when Tim traveled with Dustin to Georgia and mistakenly forgot to do 90% of his work. Since then Dustin has been a constant source of encouragement and friendship, occasionally giving Tim a reality check and reminding him that he in fact, does NOT, live in Philadelphia.
Brian Stevens
Groomsman
"Big Barbarian Energy" Tim first met Brian while working at the YMCA back in 2008 (anotha one) and over the years a solid friendship was forged. Brian is one of those people that you can't help but like. He is caring, infinitely positive and a passionate friend. Tim appreciates Brian's ability to bring out the best in all of his friends and is amazed that such a large amount of love can be contained... in such an equally large heart.
Pat Cummings
Groomsman
"Donny from the Wild Thornberrys" Pat is Tim's kindred spirit in his friend group being the two oldest and baldest members. Pat and Tim met through Steve and bonded over a love for Philadelphia sports and video games. Pat is a constant source of positivity, an infinite collection of random noises and above all a friend who would drop anything to help a buddy in need.
Ryan Fennelly
Groomsman
"You see, there was this lake...with fish..." Tim and Ryan met through Steve and Tim knew very quickly that Ryan was going to be a good friend. Ryan is definitely the jokester of the group, yet despite all the kidding around, Ryan is also a caring and fierce friend who is always checking on his friends to make sure they are ok. Tim appreciates not only Ryan's concern for his friends but also his willingness to be a shoulder to lean on when needed.