Emily & Evan
Wedding Party
Grace Barrett
Maid of Honor
Emily & Grace have been friends since High School where they wore matching "groutfits" to school because they had to wear their brand new golf attire. They played golf together for 4 years and stayed connected all throughout college, even when they lived hundreds of miles apart. Grace has been by Emily's side through thick and thin and couldn't imagine having anyone else standing next to her on her wedding day.
Jay Kasakove
Best Man
Jay is Evan’s younger brother. While the shadow Evan has cast on both of his siblings has been larger than life itself, Jay has done admirably for himself. As a child Jay excelled in academics, sports, and the arts. He was in the “gifted” program in elementary school, while Evan was not. Shame nothing came of it besides parental pride. Jay got his love of sports, primarily soccer and basketball, from Evan. Many don’t know that Jay excelled as a child as both a young singer-songwriter and dramatic actor. (Watch Cathy Rigby as Peter Pan for context.) In all seriousness, Jay is the best younger brother a person can ask for. We still enjoy watching NBA, playing all sorts of games, watching TV and movies, and discussing all matters of importance from culture to politics.
Marisa Neal
Matron of Honor
Marisa is Emily's sister-in-law and they became close when she started dating her brother, Chris. Emily, having no sisters herself, loved having Marisa around to talk to. Marisa has been a helping hand, a caring friend and now sister, and a joy to be around. Marisa has guided Emily in many ways throughout life, especially with wedding planning. Emily couldn't imagine not having Marisa in her life and is honored to have a sister like her.
Ryan Kasakove
Best Man
Ryan is Evan’s youngest brother. Being 8 years younger than Evan, he was teased mercilessly and as a result became the “wild child”. He famously made it to Elon University without ever picking up a book in his life, let alone actually reading one. Yet, his video game ability and stamina is renowned in some circles. While Ryan loves playing soccer, he started to develop weird obsessions that no one in the family had any interest in. Ryan became infatuated with WWE. Then came his obsession with all-time soccer great, Lionel Messi. (See pending lawsuit.) Again, Ryan is an incredible younger brother. He has become a really intelligent and funny person. One I love talking about investing with, playing sports, games, and watching TV and movies with.
Erin Weining
Bridesmaid
Erin and Emily have been friends since before middle school and have always had a very fun friendship. Erin always jokes that she's surprised Emily stayed friends with her all of these years because Erin treated Emily as a sister or brother would. Although Erin lives in Texas and Emily in Virginia, the two have still kept their friendship alive after all of these years and Emily couldn't imagine not having her sister by her side as she says I Do.
Jing Neal
Bridesmaid
Jing is Emily's sister-in-law and has always been such a caring, generous, and fun person to be around. Jing came to the US back when Emily was in High School and she immediately viewed Jing as family. Emily and Jing have become closer over the years and Emily is the aunt to her three children, Jordyn, Sierra, and Sydney. Emily looks up to Jing and her success in life and her relationship with her brother TJ. Emily can't wait to have Jing standing by her side on her wedding day.
Austin Curry
Groomsman
Austin and Evan were roommates at Muhlenberg College. Austin was a great basketball player at Muhlenberg, where Evan was a student assistant. That mainly involved Evan filming Austin’s three point shooting and hard work on the defensive end. Austin was a great ringleader with Mike and I. There was never a piece of homework or a test that took priority when it was time to play beer pong, Mario Kart, or go to Stooge’s. But everything that needed to get done got done and Austin is a very successful accountant today. Similarly, Austin was also fun to live with and was always super generous as a person and a friend.
Skyler Kilmer
Bridesmaid
Emily and Skyler met in college at Syracuse through their sorority. They clicked immediately and were inseparable, you'd always find them together. Skyler has been by Emily's side for everything and has been her biggest supporter. Although they don't see each other often, when they do, it's like no time has passed. Emily is so grateful Syracuse brought the two together and she can't imagine life without Skyler in it. She is so excited to have Skyler by her side on her big day! Go 'Cuse!
Alanna McClancy
Bridesmaid
Alanna and Emily met in college through their sorority. Their first encounter was when Alanna accidentally smashed a cupcake with her arm during recruitment. The two talked for what seemed like forever and Emily new right away that they would be great friends. Alanna is a fun, caring, funny, and overall great person. Although their time together at Syracuse was short, the two have remained friends and Emily is honored to have Alanna by her side on her big day.
William Neal
Ring Bearer
William is Emily's youngest brother and is the life of the party. A once shy kid, has turned into a chatty, loving brother. Emily loves to be with William and see his joy for life, and his love for trucks. William and Emily have become closer over the years and Emily is excited to have William as her Ring Bearer on her wedding day.
Jordyn Neal
Flower Girl
Jordyn (JoJo) is Emily's oldest niece, and her goddaughter. Jordyn's infectious happiness, joy, and overall loving personality makes her such a great niece. Emily is so excited to have Jordyn be a part of her special day!
Sierra Neal
Flower Girl
Sierra is Emily's niece and is a twin to Sydney. Sierra and Sydney may be hard to tell apart at times, but Emily is so honored that they are both going to be there to celebrate her and Evan, even if she can't tell who is who.
Sydney Neal
Flower Girl
Sydney is Emily's niece and Sierra's twin sister. Emily is so excited to have Sydney as a flower girl on her wedding day!