Wedding Party
Laurie Finn
Mother of the Bride
Maggie arrived 3 weeks early! When you know the person Maggie is, it ALL makes sense. She was tiny upon arrival, but mighty as always. Maggie was little "Ms. I do it myself." She could move a kitchen chair to get anything she wanted. Maggie was very determined then and she still is to this day. Little "Ms. I do it myself" is about to set out on the biggest adventure of her life. She has planned a beautiful day for her and Jimmy. Mom cannot wait to see what God has in store for their life as a husband and wife. May he guide them and bless them. May he protect them and keep them. Just know, Mom loves you both always. She is so thankful for the gift of a great daughter and now a son.
The Late Jim Finn
Father of the Bride
"Naggie" or "I am canceling your life" could be heard often from Maggie's Dad when Maggie would not answer her Mother's texts while away at school. Maggie has a way of relentlessly pushing for her way, which has enabled her to accomplish many things in her life. Either way, Maggie is a wonderful woman who knows what she wants and how she wants life to be. In a birthday card to her dad, Maggie wrote: "She feels safe when Dad is with her. Dad shows her fun things to do. Dad makes her life so much better. She is happy he is her dad." Maggie, your mother knows your dad would say, "You made his life fun and interesting. You made his life so much better. And he is happy you are his daughter." Maggie's Mom is positive her dad would tell her, "Jimmy will keep you safe, Jimmy will make your life better and Jimmy will be a wonderful husband to you."
Nancy Smearman
Mother of the Groom
It feels like just yesterday that Nancy was watching her firstborn son and his Dad walking along the beach together…and now Jimmy is walking down the aisle with Maggie. God is good! And we are so grateful that Jimmy has found someone who shares his kind nature, honesty, generosity and love of family. And the two as a couple make those attributes even stronger and more apparent. Jimmy has been a true joy from day one; it’s a blessing to have a daughter now…. one who shares our love for Jimmy and extends that love to all of our family. This is a very happy time!
Jim Smearman
Father of the Groom
Jim’s son Jimmy has been a true blessing in their lives. Jimmy has brought Jim & Nancy much joy and happiness over the last 30 years. Jimmy has been fortunate to have been surrounded by a great extended family, from his Granny, his grandparents, his aunts & uncles, all his cousins, and many friends. Nancy, Steve, Joey & Jim have enjoyed the journey with Jimmy from watching him play sports, going on vacations, attending sporting events, and gathering together for family fun. Jimmy is as kind and caring as any man Jim has met. Jimmy will make a great husband to Maggie and a terrific father to their children. Maggie brings many of the same great attributes into their future together, in addition to her abundance of humor, generosity, and kindness. It's been an honor and privilege to get to know Maggie, her mother Laurie, and their entire family. Jim prays that God keeps Jimmy & Maggie safe and happy over the many wonderful years that lie ahead of them. Remember, to always love one another, be kind to each other and always be each other’s best friend! Love, Dad
Lily Sylverne
Flower Girl
Maggie and Lily met on January 16th 2020 when she was born. Maggie soon realized the true honor and joy of being an aunt. Jimmy had the honor of gifting Lily The BEST gift on her 1st birthday, a frozen bean bag chair. Lily enjoys playing with Maggie and Jimmy frequently and brings them so much joy. Lily cannot wait to twirl and dance in her “weddin” dress and celebrate their love!
Logan Sylverne
Ring Bearer
Logan met Maggie & Jimmy when he came home from the hospital on September 30, 2021. Maggie loves being Logan’s “Auntie Maggie” and Jimmy can’t wait to officially be “Uncle Jimmy”. Logan lights up anytime Maggie & Jimmy walk through the front door and loves their play time together. Logan brings so much joy to Maggie & Jimmy’s lives and they can’t wait for “Logie” to be a little dancing machine on their special day!
Megan Sylverne
Matron of Honor
Megan and Maggie have been sisters and besties… well all of Maggie’s life! From sitting with Maggie on bad days in kindergarten to having Maggie join in on activities with her friends, Megan and Maggie built a close sisterly bond. Now don’t let those fool you though, as sisters do, Megan and Maggie had their share of ups and downs which may or may not include knocked-out teeth and broken dishwashers. We won’t get too into those times though! Megan cannot wait to stand next to Maggie and Jimmy and see her baby sister marry the man of her dreams. How perfect that another “Jim” can help heal a heart that is missing a different Jim. Truly a blessing sent from daddy up in heaven. Megan wants Maggie to know that she'll always be “your girl” and that you will always be “my girl” forever and forever! Love you!
S teve Smearman
Best Man
There is no Stevie without Jimmy. Stevie couldn’t have asked for a better big brother, best friend, and role model. Jimmy is a one-man support system and is the driving force behind the Smearman family. The memories they have are countless. From family gatherings, holidays, sports games, and everything else in between, spending time with Jimmy is Steve's favorite thing. He is so lucky to have him as an older brother.
Emma Murphy
Bridesmaid
Emma and Maggie have not only been cousins for 19 years but sisters. Maggie is the big sister Emma never had. Emma is the" little sister" that takes right after Maggie. Maggie taught Emma how the world works and held Emma's hand as she grew up and still does. As Emma grew up, she was able to have Maggie there to help her through high school and her first year of college, which wasn't the easiest. Even in Emma's hardest moments, Maggie was always there to comfort her and be a shoulder to lean on. There is never a day that goes by that they don't check in on each other and catch up. Maggie has taught Emma a lot of great life lessons. They both have never given up on each other and never will. They can count on each other forever. Emma will forever look up to Maggie and be her biggest fan! Emma is so excited to be here for Maggie and Jimmy's big day. She loves them so much.
Joe Smearman
Best Man
As brothers, Joey and Jimmy have shared countless memories over the years. Whether it was playing wiffle ball in the backyard, going to the movies, playing golf, attending sporting events, tossing the football in the front yard, or spending time together as a family, their brother-ship simply cannot be matched. The support from Jimmy over the years has exceeded expectations. Whether it was attending Joey's sporting events, choir performances, or helping out the family, Jimmy is the definition of what a true brother is all about. Joey is so excited to have Maggie as a part of their family and He's excited for what’s to come for Jimmy and Maggie in the years ahead.
Rachel Nutter
Bridesmaid
Maggie and Rachel met in the 5th grade as they bonded over going to the library to pick out reading Olympics books….funny because now, neither of them has likely read a book for fun in a long time 😂 Over the years Maggie and Rachel did everything together. School, friend groups, and sports. Some of their strongest memories were created while doing competitive cheerleading. They also have a bond where they could look at each other and make a decision in a seconds notice like at high school cheerleading tryouts, which likely landed them on the varsity team as freshmen. Since then the two have shared high highs and some of life’s lowest lows together but their friendship through it all makes them who they are today.
Cody Bobbit
Groomsman
Jimmy, “jimmy kid”, and Cody go way back to their middle school days when they were on the same baseball and football teams. Both of their competitive natures and love for sports quickly brought them close together and Cody knew very soon that Jimmy would be one of his lifelong best friends. Cody could go on for a while about dozens of sports memories that Jimmy and Cody experienced together, but Cody wants to highlight one memory that sums them up as teammates, but also best friends. During their senior year of football, they upset one of the top teams in the state in the first round of the playoffs, and then they had another big win the following week before eventually losing in the quarterfinals. After our second-round win, the Daily Herald news article title read “Palatine’s 1-2 punch knocks out Glenbrook S.” and the opening quotes read, “Where would Palatine be without quarterback Cody Bobbit? Where would Bobbit be without Jim Smearman?” The short answer would be Cody wouldn’t be who he is today without Jimmy. Jimmy was the best man at his wedding, and he couldn’t be more excited to stand by his side on his wedding day to celebrate him and his perfect bride, Maggie. Cody loves you both.
Cecilia Budzynski
Bridesmaid
Cecilia and Maggie met freshman year at Illinois State University and both joined the same sorority, Gamma Phi Beta. They were roommates senior year and could be seen daily blasting "All Too Well" down Willow Street in Maggie’s Chevy HHR that eventually became Cecilia’s first car. Maggie and Cecilia have a snap streak of over 500 and still counting! Cecilia is over the ~crescent~ moon that Maggie and Jimmy have found each other. Truly a perfect match!
Danny Haze
Groomsman
Jimmy and Danny have been friends since 3rd grade when he moved over from his private school to Virginia Lake. At first, Danny and the other kids didn’t like this new kid but Jimmy wanted to play football with them so they gave him a chance. They quickly found out how athletic Jimmy was and knew they needed him in their friend group. From that day forward Jimmy and Danny have been best friends. So much so that during high school they would go back to Jimmy's house after early bird gym on late start days (if they actually made it to early bird gym) and take their naps together at Jimmy's house. Best part is they still would be late to school even if Jimmy did live directly across the street. Jimmy is one of the most kind and genuine people Danny has ever met and he has helped to smooth out some of Danny's rough edges. There isn’t a better person to have in your corner or to have in the trenches with you while doing life than Jimbo.
Renee Hannan
Bridesmaid
Maggie and Renee met freshman year at Illinois State University where they were both in the Gamma Phi Beta sorority. They went on to live together sophomore and junior years of college. It was years of laughter, messy rooms, and disagreements over the ideal temperature in the apartment. Since graduating, they’ve continued to make memories, only at nicer bars and restaurants. Renee is so excited to be a part of Maggie and Jimmy’s special day!
Danny Smearman
Groomsman
Danny grew up a short drive away on the other side of Palatine. Jimmy’s athletic achievements can be traced back to the years that Danny and his brother Michael ganged up on their younger cousin. Danny and Jimmy continue to play golf, watch sports and hang out with their brothers together.
Emily Kordick
Bridesmaid
Emily and Maggie first met during move-in day during their freshman year at ISU. Little did they know their paths had crossed before…Maggie and her mom used to frequently dine at CPK where Emily worked in high school. Then the world got even smaller when they found out they lived less than five minutes away from each other at home! Throughout their years together in school and post-grad life, Maggie and Emily have stayed close friends - they are always up for “just one drink!” and know that even when life gets busy, they will always be there for each other.
Michael Smearman
Groomsman
As cousins, Michael and Jimmy have always spent a lot of time together. Through the years of backyard football, family reunions, and sport game outings, they've become more like brothers. Excited for someone great like Maggie to come into Jimmy's life!
Anna Cachares
Bridesmaid
Maggie and Anna initially met in college through the one and only Gamma Phi Beta. They had the same major (shoutout to all the PR girlies) so in addition to all things GPhi, Maggie was a familiar face when it came to classes and never-ending study sessions at Milner. Although college started their friendship, their friendship really grew after college (especially weekends at the lake circa 2020). They’ve both had their share of ups and downs over the years, but no matter the situation Maggie is a ride or die through it all. She’s the kindest, most supportive, and most selfless person and is truly a blessing to have as a friend.
Egan Malley
Groomsman
Jimmy and Egan first met in little league sports where they quickly became rivals. Throughout the years Jimmy and Egan’s relationship grew where they’d hangout everyday whether it was practice or riding the town on their bikes. Egan and Jimmy eventually became roommates for a couple years as their friendship continued to evolve!
Michela Primavera
Bridesmaid
Michela and Maggie met one of the first few nights of joining their sorority at ISU and the rest is history. From spending spring breaks together to being roommates their senior year & practically with each other every moment in between (and way too many Starbucks runs) they formed a special bond. Maggie was often hyping Michela to come out by using one of her many motivational sayings - “Would you rather regret not going out and making memories? Or not do well on an exam?” And that was usually all Maggie had to say to get Michela out! Maggie and Michela have shared both happy and sad tears throughout the years, but the one thing that has never changed is their true and constant friendship. One of the things that Michela and Maggie often talked about was getting married and meeting their person. Michela is so excited to be part of Maggie and Jimmy’s special day & be a testament to their love. Now it’s Michela’s turn to be Maggie’s hype woman!
Alex Miramontes
Groomsman
Jimmy met Alex while playing 8th-grade travel baseball. From then on they became close friends. From riding around town with the whole crew, to playing baseball together, and eventually being roommates for a few years. As they get older, Jimmy and Alex continue to be close to one another and do their best to make time to play golf, grab a beer together, or just hang out. Alex is a friend that Jimmy will always have by his side as their friendship continues to grow.
Meredith Scroggs
Bridesmaid
It all started in 1995 when Maggie and Meredith were born one day apart in the same hospital, unaware at the time that they had just met their college best friend and roommate. Fast forward 18 years at Illinois State University, the two finally met when Meredith and her roommate accidentally stumbled upon Maggie’s floor at Watterson Towers. From there, the girls went through recruitment together and both ended up in Gamma Phi Beta. They were roommates for the next three years and collected countless memories in the sorority house, Linden, and Willow Trails. After graduation, they would travel together for birthdays, dinners, and of course for Sunday fun days in the city. They may be miles apart in different states, but they will always be there for each other, especially on their special day!
Jordan Williams
Bestie of Honor
At an Isaac Fox Elementary School 3rd grade field trip to the Rock and Gem show, Jordan and Maggie decided to become BEST friends and match in their school spirit pajama pants. With now 20 years of friendship between the two… you can only imagine the matching that continued (planned and unplanned). The two have had countless college visits to each other, working together at Busy Beaver after college, vacations that would lead them to come home with nothing in their bank accounts but laughs and memories, and plenty of brother/sister fights! Jordan couldn’t imagine being a "Bestie of Honor" to anyone else on their special day!
Sarah Donohue
Bridesmaid
Sarah met Maggie at Illinois State shortly after joining Gamma Phi Beta. Their college years would be filled with Starbucks runs, lounging from apartment to apartment, sorority charity events, and so much more. Sarah explains to know Maggie is to know you will always have someone checking in or sending a card after a big life event, be the first person to reach out and schedule a dinner after life's busyness keeps you apart, and always be the most caring and loving friend. Sarah cannot wait to stand next to Maggie and watch her marry her person.
Justin Ginter
Groomsman
Jimmy and Justin met when they were in high school and got to know each other more through sports. Post high school and college they’ve continued to spend a lot of time together playing in mens leagues like basketball, football, baseball and of course golf. Over those years Justin quickly learned that Jimmy is not only a great athlete, but even more so, a better friend. One of Justin’s favorite memories with Jimmy was when the Cubs were in the World Series, and they went downtown for game 7. They took the train from the suburbs and found a spot to hang out for the whole game. They had the best time at Moran’s with a few other buddies and got to celebrate one of the best games ever together, and Justin will never forget it. Justin is so happy to have Jimmy in his life as a friend, and can’t wait to stand by his side as he marries the love of his life.
Nicole DiMaggio
Bridesmaid
Nicole and Maggie have been friends since high school, but it was not until Nicole joined the same sorority as Maggie that they became best friends, or should she say mother and daughter, as Maggie became Nicole’s “big”. Maggie entails all the qualities Nicole loves in a friend. Through life's up and down moments, Nicole can always count on Maggie to be there. Therefore, being there for Maggie on her big day is a true privilege. Nicole cannot wait to watch Maggie marry the man of her dreams.
Greg Lombard
Groomsman
Greg's friendship with Jimmy began in 8th grade when they were locker partners at Sundling Junior High and although they went to different high schools across town, Jimmy and Greg always remained great friends. From competing against each other in football to high school parties. They joined forces again at Illinois State University and have been great friends for 15 years with countless memories!
Kailee La Pointe
Bridesmaid
Kailee and Maggie met in 2013 at Illinois State University as members of Gamma Phi Beta. Their friendship first formed when they had to transport the largest sheet cake known to mankind (mission success). Through the years of friendship, you could catch them piling into Maggie's Chevy HHR, traveling to Nashville, cheering for the Minnesota Vikings on a Sunday, and flying halfway across the country for one-day trips when life brought them 900 miles away from each other. Here they are ten years later and they are still standing side by side for life's biggest moments.
Sean Frain
Groomsman
Jimmy and Sean met sophomore year of college at Illinois State University. From the start, Jimmy and Sean bonded over sports, competitiveness and each of them thought that they were the most athletic person on campus. From becoming great friends, roommates, teammates and more, it has been great for Sean to get to know Jimmy. Jimmy is truly the nicest and best guy Sean knows. Sean looks forward to continuing to have Jimmy be the “dad” of the friend group. Sean looks forward to many more years of friendship and good times with Jimmy!
Ava Notaro
Usherette
Ava and Jimmy have a lot in common being the oldest children of their families on the Notaro side. They share many similar characteristics, especially being the responsible firstborn children and natural role models to their younger siblings. They enjoy family time together, playing golf, sharing special occasions, celebrating holidays, and anything revolving around Disney. The two also share the same godmother and have been equally spoiled since birth! Maggie is the most perfect cousin to be, and Ava is beyond thrilled to have her as another girl in the family!
Ella Notaro
Usherette
Ella’s first memories of her cousin Jimmy were trips to Palatine on Friday nights to come to watch him play high school football at PHS! This definitely triggered her love of the game from a young age! Their mutual love of anything sporty keeps their connection strong and activities together so much fun. Playing golf is the main sport they enjoy together, along with the family. Maggie is the fun, older girl cousin that Ella has been missing, and she is so happy to have her join the family!
Nina Notaro
Usherette
Nina and Jimmy have a special bond. Being the youngest girl and oldest boy cousin makes it easy for Jimmy to baby her. A core memory for Nina is a video of her at a PHS football game cheering “Go Pirates”! Their relationship has evolved over the last several years being able to play on the golf course together! It’s been a blast making family golf days happen as much as possible and competing with each other. Maggie makes family get-togethers so much fun, and Nina can’t wait until they make the perfect match official!
Carie Murphy
Reader
Maggie and Carie met on February 27th 1995 when she had the honor of becoming Maggie's Aunt. Carie loved spending a lot of time with Maggie, Megan, her sister and Jim. Six years later, Carie started her own family. What she didn't know was that Maggie and her kids would become more like siblings than cousins. Carie's favorite things are when her family is spending time with "megamaggie". Her children would often cry and cry that we wanted to go see "megamaggie", they would always say their names as one. Over the years, Aunt Carie has loved watching her Maggie grow into the amazing woman you can see today. Over the years, Carie prayed that God would bring a man into her life that would love her like her father loved her. When Jimmy came into her life, Carie and her family were thrilled. Carie's favorite thing is seeing the love Jimmy has for Maggie. Carie only hopes that Jimmy understands that this is a package deal, he not only gets Maggie, but all of Carie's kids too! Carie could not be happier for them both! She can't wait to celebrate this special day with them! " The best things in life are the people we love, the places we've seen and the memories we've made along the way!"
Julie Notaro
Reader
Auntie Julie aka Auntie JuJu and Jimmy have a one of a kind relationship. Jimmy being the eldest, made Auntie Julie an Aunt for the first time. In her words: “The day James Daniel Smearman came into this world was definitely one of the happiest days of my entire life. Not only did his August 4th birth promote me from Sister to Aunt and Godmother, it also gave me a lifelong birthday buddy who I have been blessed to celebrate with every August 4th! Seeing Jimmy for the first time on August 4th 1993 was by far my best birthday present ever. Becoming Jimmy’s Aunt/Godmother was incredibly special…being her is priceless.” When Maggie came along, Godmother Auntie Julie was right there all up in Jimmy’s business to check Maggie out and see if she was worthy of her precious first Nephew/Godson. She says: “When I met Maggie, it was like the clouds parted, the sun burst thru, angels were singing…a beautiful, precisely speaking, full on hugging, little fairy princess appeared (with something really delicious to eat) and my prayers were answered! Thank God!"
Amanda Seiler
Reader
Amanda and Maggie have been friends since middle school and became even better friends in high school. They also cheered together throughout high school. Even though they have lived states away for the last 10 years they've always found a way to stay connected. Just recently Maggie stood up as a bridesmaid in Amanda's wedding all the way in Kansas. Fun fact, their birthdays are exactly 6 months apart. Amanda is so happy to see Maggie find the man of her dreams and she cannot wait to see the amazing life they create together!