Martina & Thomas
Wedding Party
Johnna “The Looker” Butcher
Maid of Honor
The first of two childhood friends from St Mary of the Woods, IN. Again, I knew Johnna before we ever met (before kindergarten). Her father went to school with my father and her mother went to school with my mother. Being of Italian and Irish descent- we have connections. The Looker, like all the other girls, is easy on the eyes. But she is The Looker for another reason as well….she sees all, she knows all. She is calling the shots and running this show
Gwenda “Gams” Kelty
Bridesmaid
We lived across the street from one another in Shepardsville, IN. In fact, my parents bought their home from her Uncle Jerry Gams is no match for Tough Guy or a Wise Guy. she can hold her own against both and usually come out the winner
Shelly “The Skirt” Andrews
Bridesmaid
My second childhood friend from St Mary of the Woods, IN. And guess what - her mother went to school with my father Probably my only friend who didn’t get into a ton of trouble growing up - you gotta watch the quiet ones Don’t let the plain name fool you. The Skirt is one ritzy dame who throws around $$$$ as part of her game
Holly “The Dish” Horned
Bridesmaid
We’ve known each other before we met. We grew up in Shepardsville, IN. Her mother and my father graduated high school together The Dish is no Easy Mark, she can smell your foolishness a mile away. She will have you wishing your mother never met your father
Shannon “Kitten” Loudermilk
Bridesmaid
You guest it, we grew up together in Shepardsville, IN. She was the younger of our quartet. She had all the cool toys (Strawberry Shortcake and My Little Pony). She also had a pool and a “Tree House” Kitten is silent and deadly fast and nimble - You will never know what hit you or that she was even there
Roger "Redhot" McNamara
Father of the Groom
He was the God-Father of the McNamara gang for years, but gave up the title to retirement and became a "Made Man". He moved south like all respectable retired gangsters....but his real design is expanding his empire in the south. Now-A Days...he has his finger on the pulse, but has to connect daily to his well-oiled machine, and so he was unable to escape the trappings of his own design, but has sent his blessings, to help consecrate the union of the two "Families"!!!
Susan "The Darb" McNamara
Mother of the Groom
The Matriarch of the McNamara Clan. As everyone knows...Every successful Mac is only successful because of the Twist in his life. We all know Susan definitely lives up to her moniker "Darb", and is the real "High Hat" keeping the "Buttons" running in circles like the Key-Stone Cops they are. Her Antiques Dealership, is a "Ritzy Front" serving to keep Redhot from getting pinched. The Feds know, The Matriarchs from these two families, are the only reason they have jobs. If the two were ever caught together, there would be no more collars. The Feds don't allow "The Darb" to cross state lines, so she is not able to be present tonight, but has done more for The Big Cheese and Berries, than they will EVER be to thank her for....But that's how The Darb works....Keeping all forever in her loving debt....
Lawrence "The Point Man" Thiel
Father of the Bride
Larry “The Point Man” Thiel No matter if it was points on the Ponies Shaving Points on the Craps Table Or trying to score Points with his little girl “Berries”… Larry was always leading the way!!! A U.S. Marine, he knew no fear A faithful Husband , and Loving father of 3 He had a firm grip on reality and his sense of humor was magnetic and seemed to draw people to him without even trying. Larry built his reputation as a reputed mob boss He was so well liked and known that even the Feds understood that The Point Man was the man who literally controlled the power over a majority of Western Indiana. As with all great men, God called Larry to active duty to serve at the front line in his Corps on 8-2-2017 OORAH Devil Dog...Semper Fi
Sheila “The Matriarch” Thiel
Mother of the Bride
Yep, my mom. I think she likes Tom more than she likes me :) The Godmother of the Dames of the Bride. The whole organization wouldn’t be possible without her. The woman all the Dames answer too. Her keen mind and sharpe wit keep the Dames in line.
Jacob “Bruno” Brock
Man of Honor
My son. Since my father died, in 2017, Jacob will be giving me away - and I’m sure he is more than ready to do this (since about the age of 12) Being a Bruno has kept his dainty mother safe from would be marauders all these years. Until he met the Big Cheese who is a Bruno at heart.
Martina “Berries” Brock
Bride
That’s me The High Quality Dame, the bees knees. Berries pairs perfectly with The Big Cheese. Loving, caring, nurturing, with a strong right hook to keep the Big Cheese under wraps
Thomas “Big Cheese” McNamara
Groom
The luckiest man alive marrying the luckiest woman alive This is his big day. Dishin on the hottest dame in town, Berries. He’s a real cake eater who loves a good belly laugh and bull session. He’s definitely no flat tire. The leader of this rambunctious Chopper squad.
Randy The Torpedo” Mohler
Best Man
One of Tom’s best friends from high school in Northern Ohio Life happened and they reconnected after 30 years when they both landed in the Cincinnati area The Torpedo is no push over. A spiffy dresser with a sharp mind. He’s the real McCoy because You know when he looks at you, he working it all out. Walking with the Looker, the two of them can end any baloney before it starts.
Tom “The Elbow” Gerber
Groomsman
Tom’s fraternity brother (Sigma Phi Epsilon) at Jacksonville University - Go Dolphins Former Ohio Statie…..prohibition themed wedding - don’t tell him there will be alcohol present. Originally from New Philadelphia, OH. We are compromising his Copper status and making him our Philly connection A flat foot who’s an all around good guy. After all, he is walking with the Kitten. He provides a good “alibi” for her shenanigans
Gregg “The Dropper” Thiel
Groomsman
Martina’s oldest younger brother The first to say “no refunds, no returns”. Also a lawman so don’t mention the Hooch The Droppers quiet, charming demeanor is a good cover for is cut throat personality. The regular Joe has no idea what he is capable of. The only guy tough enough to run with Gams
Matthew “Can Opener” Thiel
Groomsman
Baby brother of Martina Fast friends with Tom; due to Tom a Navy Corpsman and Matthew a Marine. I think they are closer than Tom and I. The can opener - there’s nothing he can’t get into. Whether it be a bucket, trouble or the toughest safe in town. Paired with the Dish, she keeps him away from foolish ideas and he gets her into the hottest gin joints in town.
Michael “The Grifter” McNamara
Groomsman
Toms younger brother - on each other’s side and in each other’s corner. With each other all the way A man with a mind for the mechanics of the con. When The Grifter is running the game with The Skirt - you can bet you’ll lose your shirt
AJ “The Architect” McNamara
JR Groomsman
The Big Cheese’s nephew. He’s the strong silent type He wrote the book on the game - at such a young age. He may be the real brains of the Chopper Squad
Wallace “The Newsie” McNamara
Ring Bearer
The Big Cheeses nephew and the town crier. First to know the scoop, but he ain't no stool Pigeon. He may talk….for the right price
Hunter “Cake Eater” Thiel
Usher
Berries Nephew. The newest Designated “DECOY” of the McNamara “family”. You’ll always find him with a cute Flapper in his Bucket to help deter the Coppers
Dillon”Drugstoe cowboy”Thiel
Usher
Berries nephew. The kid’s eyes and ears are always open. He ties up the McNamara “families” loose ends and always leaves with the prettiest gal
Landon”Get Away Sticks”Korous
Usher
Berries nephew and newly licensed designated driver of the McNamara “family”. He gets us where we need to be by making sure the Coppers” follow the Decoy
Ri Ri "The Doll"
Flower Girl
Berries lil girlfriend. The cutest girl in town. She always has the prettiest flowers and prettiest eyes. Her mama will have her hands full
Staci “Preach” Skelton
Officiant
Berries Sister from another Mister. Don’t let her grace and innocence fool you. Her brother is an Italian Godfather (to my son). If there is any issue…..she can solve it. The closest to God you’ll get in this group without actually meeting him. Makin this right in the eyes of the eyes of the Lord