Maid of Honor
Nicolette is Mackenzie's older sister. Mackenzie looks up to Nicolette in more ways than one! Mackenzie has always admired Nicolette’s beauty (both inside and out), strength, and confidence. Nicolette has always been there for Mackenzie, whether it be for fashion tips or life advice. Some of Mackenzie’s favorite memories include learning all the songs and dances to “Grease,” as well as decorating their grandmother’s house for Christmas every year together. Mackenzie is beyond thankful to have Nicolette not only as her sister, but also a best friend. Having Nicolette beside her as the maid of honor is something Mackenzie will cherish forever!
Best Man
Ryan Joaquin or “Ry” is Howie’s longest friend. Some would even say their relationship started with their parents who met in Lamaze class. The following years would be filled with memories such as getting in trouble for building toy guns out of Legos in preschool, building forts, starting fires with magnifying glasses, going to Lake George and Charlestown, Rhode Island. As they have grown together, so has their love for hunting, fishing, camping, or even just enjoying a cold one. Howie is beyond honored to have Ryan by his and Kenz’s side moving on to the next chapter of their life together.
Bridesmaid
Megan, or “Big Girl,” is Howie's younger sister. Mackenzie's favorite memories with Megan include their time spent at the beach and the Umbrella Factory in Charlestown, Rhode Island each year on the Kilpatrick family vacation, as well as their vacation in the Florida Keys. Mackenzie has always viewed Megan as so much more than a future sister, but a forever friend! It has been a blessing for Mackenzie to watch Megan become the woman she is today over the past ten years. Mackenzie can't wait to make their sisterhood official!
Groomsman
Austin O’Brien, aka “Stin" or "ALB,” is a long-time friend Howie met through wrestling. Whether it was a piece of friendly advice, or a jock strap slapped across your face, Austin was always there when you needed it. Whether it be the countless laughs, tongues frozen to poles, or the occasional scar, Austin has truly been a blessing in Howie’s life. His love for his family and daughter, Maelyn, is truly inspirational. Howie is honored to have Austin by his side moving on to life’s next adventure.
Bridesmaid
Mackenzie and Morgan have been like two peas in a pod since their sophomore year of college, after meeting their freshman year. Together they have shared countless fried pickles and skillet cookie desserts, spent way too much money on iced coffee, and survived many hot yoga and Pilates classes. Whether it be a movie date, hiking Vermont, an afternoon at the vineyard, or a day at the zoo, Mackenzie knows they will never stop adventuring together! They are forever soul sisters! Mackenzie is beyond happy to have Morgan stand with her and Howie on the big day!
Groomsman
Andy, or “Andy man,” is also a long-time wrestling friend and bus buddy of Howie’s growing up. One of Howie’s favorite memories with Andy is playing arrow roulette after seeing it in the film "Grown Ups." Although not one of their smartest ideas, it did get some views on YouTube! Howie’s favorite part about Andy is his ability to be a friend anytime and anywhere. He is a true gentleman and a class act. Howie is honored to have Andy by his side moving forward.
Bridesmaid
Mackenzie and Megan have lived across the street from each other since before preschool! Mackenzie's favorite memories with Megan include playing dress and make up EVERY DAY after preschool, choreographing dance routines, or playing intense rounds of Dance Dance Revolution! They have been best friends ever since, no matter the time or distance they have spent apart, which makes their friendship that much more special! Mackenzie knows it will last a lifetime!
Groomsman
Known to Mackenzie as "Danny," the two grew up together sharing many fond memories camping. Danny was like a brother to Mackenzie, even sharing memories like learning to ride a bike together. Known to Howie as "Delo," he is a long-time friend Howie met through wrestling and lacrosse. Howie has always loved his humor, whit, and ability to have people bent over laughing in tears. Dan’s friendship has truly been a blessing to Howie and Mackenzie. Howie and Mackenzie are honored to have Dan by their side moving forward.
Bridesmaid
Mackenzie and Kristen met their freshman year at King's College. It all started when they were grouped together in biology lab! They became roommates their sophomore year, and the rest is history! Some of Mackenzie's favorite memories with Kristen include watching The Bachelor or The Bachelorette on Monday nights throughout college, and their time spent together while Mackenzie stayed at Kristen's family home on their clinical rotations. Mackenzie will never forget watching Jeopardy every weeknight with Kristen's family! Kristen has always been a friend Mackenzie can count on, and Mackenzie is so excited to have Kristen stand with her on her big day!
Groomsman
Savon, aka “Savage" or "Tap Out,” is a long-time friend Howie met through wrestling. Whether Howie wants to go to Jujitsu , grab a beer, or go to a vineyard, Savon has always been there. He is one of the most caring people you will ever meet and always full of great life advice. Howie is honored to have Savon in his life and by his side moving forward.
Bridesman
Mackenzie met Corey her freshman year at King's College. Some of Mackenzie’s favorite memories include: watching the game show network every day with their morning coffee while living together with Howie during their didactic year of PA school, tanning poolside at his family home on the weekends of their final clinical rotations, sharing music, and watching reality television together. Corey’s laughter and fun-loving personality is contagious, and the happy couple is counting on him to keep the party going on their big day! Mackenzie is thrilled to have Corey stand with her and Howie on their wedding day, and into their next chapter.
Groomsman
David, aka“Davey Boy," "Wavey Davey," or "Sunshine," is a long-time friend that Howie met through his years in wrestling. Some of Howie’s favorite memories with David include going to the J Rob 28-day intensive wrestling camp in Minnesota two summers in a row, the countless boat adventures, and all the small moments in between. One of Howie’s favorite qualities about David is his love for life. When he isn’t traveling China, spear fishing in the Philippines, or surfing Cali, he can be found enjoying endless laughs with friends and family. Howie is beyond honored to have David by his side moving on to life’s next adventure.
Flower Girl
Howie and Mackenzie are over the moon to have the beautiful Lilly be apart of their special day!