Justin & Heather
Wedding Party
Nick Noble
Best Man
Nick and I met when we were both 10 years old at our parents' 20th year high school reunion. Twenty years later, here we are. From playing wiffle ball and slammin' pogs as kids, playing golf & baseball and setting off fireworks on people's doorsteps in high school, taking turns "designated driving" in college, and everything in between, we've got a lot of memories we share. I'm lucky to have this guy standing up with me on this day. Here's to another memory and many more to come...
Ryan McGirr
Best Man
Acquaintances in high school. Best friends in college. Life partners - no - I mean, "roommates" of 5 years after that. Ryan and I have shared a lot together. Some may say too much. So what I once woke up in his bed on a cruise? So what I still live stream my sleeps so he can still watch from Chicago? But it's not like that. Ryan and I are just friends - nothing more. I swear. For real, though, just friends. So stop bugging us about it. Jeez.
Johnny Davis
Groomsman
I owe my friendship with Johnny to baseball, poker, and his mom. When we were about 16, we played on the same baseball team, waking up at 5:30am everyday in the summer for practice. We'd play poker at night for pennies, forming many of the other friendships I still have to this day. But the kicker, the REAL reason I kept coming back? Milkshakes. Oh yes. Mrs. Davis' milkshakes brought all the boys to the yard. Every time we played poker, she'd make us the most delicious milkshakes in the world. Johnny and I remain great friends to this day. But we both know why it all started.
Ben Mesaros
Groomsman
Don't worry. I've run him through all those predator watch sites multiple times. He checks out alright... Ben is one of the nicest, good guys I know. So much so, if you go out to eat with him, he will say "Thank you" to the server for bringing your food to you if you're not fast enough. He's a great guy who just so happens to run the golf course that will provide the beautiful scenery for the night of our reception. He said to feel free to take chunks of the 15th green as a souvenir for the evening.
Alex Coty
Groomsman
My nephew, my friend, the brother I never had. Alex made me an uncle at 8 years old. Because of the small age gap, we grew up more like brothers than anything else. He learned at a young age that if he got in trouble and was asked, "Where did you learn that?!", simply replying, "Uhh - Uncle Justin," would deflect the issue perfectly. I learned quickly that little kids are snitches - don't trust 'em. Because of that, I owe a lot of my success in education to this guy right here. My relationship with him has taught me a lot. From playing catch in the backyard, us sharing a bedroom as kids with him sleeping on my bedroom floor while watching The Simpsons before bed, and now tailgating together as adults, we have a bond that is as strong as it gets.
Nick Davey
Groomsman
Davey holds the record for "tallest man in the world that can not dunk a basketball." He's easy to spot and/or hear in a crowd. He's really fertile; he's got like 23 kids. But most important and impressive, when he's around, everyone is guaranteed to have a great time. No one can spot a silver lining in a situation better than him. Though we no longer see each other often, because of his upbeat and always positive attitude, it's easy to pick up right where we left off.
Jim Sculati
Groomsman
Jim really creeped into my life. Honestly, I don't even know how it happened. Like... I kinda knew him growing up, but not really. Now he's one of my best friends. We played ball together for a couple years, but it didn't last that long. Now we golf and eat pizza together a lot. But I guess I don't even really know how it all happened. Weird.
Joey Lupresto
Groomsman
One of my most recently made, good friends, Joey is awesome. He's a real grown up with a good job managing a hotel at a casino. I probably trust him more than any of my other friends. I hold him in such a high regard that I can't even make fun of him like all of these other turds. Joey is very honest, genuine, and sneaky funny. I just really hope he never gets caught for his role in laundering all that money through the casino hotel.
Billy Campbell
Groomsman
Billy Campbell: the man, the myth, the legend. Still browsing the internet on Windows '98 through AOL dial up, he has eluded social media to this date. Therefore, no digital images exist of his full face. I've known Billy since I was 6, playing t-ball at Northwest Little League (RIP). Billy was the first friend I had with internet. I'm pretty sure it was him who showed me my first inappropriate JPEG (know what I'm sayin'?!?). For that, he will always hold a special place in my heart.
Roland (Jr.) Mariscal
Ring Bearer
Watch out for this lil dude on the dance floor. He's got some moves. And since he's Justin's nephew, that's not much of a surprise. :)
Dan Trimberger
Usher
Justin's brother-in-law, Dan has been a part of the family for over 15 years and has been a great fit from the start. Since Justin was an usher in Joey and Dan's wedding, it's only appropriate we return the "favor." Dan's dance floor specialty is The Worm, which he will gladly do at request after about 7-8 drinks.
Ethan Trimberger
Usher
This stud is Dan and Joey's kid, completing the father-and-son-usher-duo. He's got brains, brawn, and a wicked fastball. He may only be 10, but don't mess with him. He's a beast.
Melony Bronder
Maid of Honor
Melony is my oldest sister and the first person to call me her "mini me." Not only are we both art teachers but we share many of the same artistic qualities. We live on opposite sides of the country but we will often show up to holidays or family vacations with the exact same clothes. She has been a HUGE help throughout all of the wedding planning which is perfect since I know I can trust her style (it's practically mine anyways)! I am lucky to have her as my Co-Maid of Honor with my other sister Amber.
Amber Bronder
Maid of Honor
Amber is my older sister (in between Mel and I) who may not be exactly like me but is probably the perfect contrast for me. I am closest in age to her and the majority of my childhood memories include her and I getting into trouble together. She is an amazing woman whom I look up to and adore. She has also been a HUGE help in making sure things get done for the wedding and we owe her a huge thanks. I am lucky to have her as Co-Maid of Honor with my other sister Mel.
Samantha Bronder
Bridesmaid
Sam became my sister-in-law a few years ago when she married my brother, Jimmy. However, she has always been a part of our family as she grew up best friends with my sister Amber. She has always been a big sister to me-whether helping out with something or picking on me :). She has brought to our family the first niece-Eleanor who will be co-flower girl with Justin's niece Lili.
Joey Trimberger
Bridesmaid
Joey is Justin's older sister and is definitely like an older sister to me. We get along great-which is perfect since Justin said he really decided he liked me once he knew Joey did. Thanks Joey! ;) Joey has an amazingly fun and real personality and I am lucky to be able to call her my sister!
Shannon Mariscal
Bridesmaid
Shannon is Justin's younger sister and mother to co-flower girl, Liliana Mariscal, and the ring bearer-Roland (Jr.) Mariscal. Shannon has always been so welcoming of me to the family-making me feel like I belonged right from the beginning. She is an amazing mother and woman that I am soon to be lucky enough to call my sister.
Katie Shute
Bridesmaid
Katie and I met in South Bend through a mutual friend and instantly clicked. We became pretty inseparable hanging out every weekend. She now lives in Pennsylvania but in the short time that we both lived in Indiana she became one of my best friends. She is truly an awesome chick whom I am lucky to have as my bridesmaid.
Corinne Knight
Bridesmaid
Corinne was my absolute best friend in college and although there is distance between us I still consider her one. She is the nacho to my cheese and the peanut butter to my jelly and we have always worked well together. She is one of the nicest and most considerate people I know and I am extremely lucky to know her and have her as one of my bridesmaids!
Amanda Bucholz
Bridesmaid
Amanda is my longest friend in South Bend whom I met at my first job here- Growing Kids. We had an instant connection and have been friends since. Amanda is sincerely one of the nicest women I know. She has the biggest heart and is always looking out for others. I feel extremely lucky to have Amanda by my side on my wedding day!
Lindsay Dieter
Bridesmaid
I am Lindsay's "mini me" and she is my mom(hehe)/sister according to most people who meet us. Our bright blonde hair, workout habits, and love of sparkles has probably contributed to this. She has become one of my closest friends in South Bend in the short amount of time that I've known her. She has helped inspire me in my healthy fitness journey while also being someone who I can drink wine and eat massive amounts of cheese with. I am so excited to have her as a bridesmaid on my special day!
Jenna Trimberger
Jr. Bridesmaid
Jenna is Justin's niece and daughter of Joey (Justin's older sister) and Dan Trimberger. Jenna is an awesome young lady who has impressed me over the years. She is very kind, sweet, and loving. She has been called a mama bear as you will see her tending to the younger ones (she definitely takes after her mom). However, Jenna is also quite a fierce one-especially when it comes to softball or her sassy wit!
Lili Mariscal
Flower Girl
Lili is one of Justin's nieces- daughter of Justin's younger sister, Shannon Mariscal. Lili will be co-flower girl with my niece Eleanor Bronder. Lili is such a sweet, smart, and funny girl. She refers to her uncle Justin as "butthead" and asks politely to sit on his lap so she can fart on him! She once told Justin that I was "too pretty" for him. :)
Eleanor Bronder
Flower Girl
Eleanor aka "Ellie" is the only niece on my side and the daughter of my brother Jimmy Bronder and my sister-in-law Samantha Bronder. Ellie will be co-flower girl with Lili Mariscal. She is a very sassy and smart little girl whose giggle will be sure to brighten your day. I fully expect her to be out on the dance floor twirling around in her flower girl dress all night long.