Michaela & Michael
Wedding Party
Meredith Van Antwerp
Maid of Honor
Meredith is Michaela's littlest sister. At a young age, Michaela and Meredith decided to be each other's maids of honors. In the beginning of Michaela and Mikes's relationship, Meredith was there to witness it as her and Michaela were both living at home during the pandemic. Michaela can't wait until Meredith moves back to New England.
Matthew Lazaris
Best Man
Matt is Mike's older brother. He can usually be found telling people how much better looking he is than the groom. Which is false. Clearly.
Emily Hurlburt
Bridesmaid
Emily is Michaela's little sister (also Sarah's twin). Emily has been a tremendous help (and annoyance) helping Michaela navigate wedding planning as she is a newlywed herself. At the reception, watch out for Emily doing the electric slide, her favorite dance. She may be the only person born in the 90s' that loves that song
David Ashworth
Best Man
Dave is one of Mike's friends from childhood. Dave and Mike also play in a band together, called the "Dirty 30". Both of them will be pursuing music full time after their big break any day now.
Sarah Van Antwerp
Bridesmaid
Sarah is Michaela's little sister (also Emily's twin). Sarah will be found keeping Michaela's emotions in check by being brutally honest. Sarah was the first to call Michaela "NFM" (No Fun Michaela) when Michaela was trying to be responsible.
Nolan O'Neil
Groomsman
Nolan is Mike's oldest nephew. Nolan loves basketball and has an awesome crossover move. Uncle Mike and Nolan love playing video games together.
Candice O'Neil
Bridesmaid
Candice is Mike's older sister. Candice's easy-going and sweet personality makes her a joy to be around, despite the chaos of 3 boys running around her. She always takes the time to show up when it is important. Candice & her husband, Corey, drove up to Okemo, VT after Mike and Michaela were engaged to celebrate! Candice always brings the fun and always down for a tequila shot!
Corey O'Neil
Groomsman
Corey is Mike's brother in-law. Corey is a fantastic dad and lover of music. He has introduced the groom to a lot of great bands. That usually happened while they sipped beers and talked about life.
Corinne Stockmal
Bridesmaid
Corinne is Michaela's cousin. She always makes every environment fun and keeps things light hearted. Corinne is getting married this summer too. Corinne, Michaela, their mothers, Joanne Lazaris and Candice O'Neil had the chance to try on wedding dresses at Kleinfeld's in NYC this last spring together--and yes, they did both say "'YES' to the dress!'"
Brian Wall
Groomsman
Brian is Mike's cousin. Brian likes to play pool and has beaten the groom on several occasions due to luck.
Autumn Van Antwerp
Bridesmaid
Autumn is Michaela's cousin. Autumn is "cool as a cucumber" and always makes us laugh with her one liners! At the reception, Autumn will be found dancing with her three older brothers
Craig Heintzelman
Groomsman
Craig is one of Mike's childhood friends. Craig is a scientist and former lacrosse player. Craig and Mike used to drive around and listen to Sublime in a red Integra back in 2004. God bless NH.
Mackenzie Michael
Bridesmaid
Mackenzie is Michaela's littlest cousin. Mackenzie always bring the smiles and fun! Some of Michaela's favorite memories with Mackenzie is going on the boat and spending the day at "Dog Beach" in Snug Harbor, RI.
Joseph Dardeno
Groomsman
Joe is Mike's former college roommate and one helluva model American. Joe and Mike can usually can be found at a punk rock show or seeing old famous musicians one last time before they croak.
Jennifer Wall
Bridesmaid
Jen is Mike's cousin and one of Michaela's friends. Without Jen, today would have never happened. She thought Mike and Michaela would make a good match and helped to introduce them. Some of Michaela and Mike's favorite memories with Jen include ski trips, hiking Mount Washington and seeing Paul McCartney & the Foo Fighters together! Jen loves the 80s and will be found rocking out on the dance floor to Elton John!
Michael Ducrow
Groomsman
Mike D is Mike's friend. Mike D was childhood friends with Joe Dardeno and became friends with the groom. As a group they went to Oktoberfest and barely made it home alive. Mike D and Mike lived together during the pandemic and in 2020 could be found on the back porch listening to Kanye.
Megan Moran
Bridesmaid
Megan is one of Michaela's childhood friends. Since they were 8 years old, they have made each other cry (or wet their pants) in laughter! One of Michaela's favorite memories is when Michaela visited Megan during her study aboard trip to England & Ireland. Look for her for on the dance floor when "Total Eclipse of the Heart" plays
Aleksandr Levitin
Groomsman
Alex is Mike's friend. Mike and Alex played pickup basketball on Monday nights for years, and afterwards they would go to the 99 for beers and popcorn. They quickly became regulars. Shoutout to Leeanne the bartender.
Alexandra Dodge
Bridesmaid
"Allie" is one of Michaela's friends from high-school. Allie met Jen's cousin's Mike, and together they thought that Mike and Michaela would be a perfect match. One of Michaela's favorite memories with Allie is when they drove cross-country to Portland, Oregon. Despite the 3,000 mile car ride with multiple stops with the car overheating, this journey helped strengthen their friendship.
Eric Douglas
Groomsman
Dougie is Mike's friend. Dougie is childhood friends with Dilshan Perera. He became friends with the groom through playing basketball, watching football and going out for expensive steak dinners.
Cristina Nasti
Bridesmaid
"Crissy" is one of Michaela's friends from Philadelphia University. Crissy and Michaela met on their recruiting weekend in 2010 and have been friends ever since. Crissy and "Mic" have made many fun memories at college house parties, soccer games and weekends in Boston & NYC. Crissy now lives in the Netherlands and despite distance & time change, Crissy & Mic chat every week.
Dilshan Perera
Groomsman
Dil is Mike's friend. Dil likes to play anything competitive, namely basketball and golf. He's pretty good at both.
Tierney Bronsdon
Bridesmaid
Tierney is one of Michaela's friends from Philadelphia University. Tierney and Michaela met at preseason for soccer her freshman year. Tierney drove Michaela (and Crissy) to every practice and frequently calmed Michaela down when she was homesick crying in her backseat. Tierney (and her family) quickly became Michaela's "Philly family" and would always include Michaela back at their home for a much needed home-cooked meal. They have made many fun memories from soccer, to studying in the library to college parties. Despite the distance and Tierney's growing family (2 kiddos--Brayden & Lilah), she's always there to talk to.
Bennett O'Neil
Ring Bearer
Bennett is Mike's nephew. He loves to create art projects from all kinds of materials and is an excellent rock climber. His Uncle Mike bought one of his art projects which is proudly displayed in his home office.
Evan O'Neil
Ring Bearer
Evan is Mike's nephew. Evan loves sports and asking questions. His Uncle Mike thinks he's hilarious and I'm sure most of you will too.