Wedding Party
Keith O'Brien
Groom
Hannah Covington
Bride
Ricky Pease
Best Man
Ricky! (haha) From the moment Keith met Ricky, he knew there was something about that kid that was going to stick around in his life, with a long-lasting effect. It may have been when 10-year-old Keith was outside his house, chipping away at a rock with hammers alongside Justin Pease, when all of a sudden, Keith hears a loud yell and a big thud; "hey Justin! Who the F**k is that?!" as Ricky falls out the second story window. Many inseparable years, but just as many apart, they always act as if they had never separated. Ricky is undoubtably Keith's best and most loyal friend, Keith could not be prouder of the man that Ricky has become, and he is honored to have him as his best man.
Taylor Dea
Maid of Honor
She had been the voice of reason that the bride has continually and unintentionally ignored! The ride or die twinzee that has seen Hannah in her best and darkest days, the dude with the best sense of humor and raw opinions, and someone who loves and cares about the ones she carefully selects to be apart of her life. Hannah feels so grateful that she was one of the chosen few when they were 15, as she doesn’t know where she would be today without her.
Matt Bensa
Groomsman
From having a good time talking about anything and everything that life has to offer, to chasing down shoplifters for big corporate America ("The Walmart" haha) their friendship was built on sarcasm and a generalized "this is too stupid to not be funny" attitude. Matt took on the role of "therapist and grief counselor" for Keith in dealing with Hannah's sickness over the course of 2022 and continues to be a staple in both of their lives. Keith could not have asked for a better friend and is grateful to have him stand by his side on his big day.
Kim Graham
Maid of Honor
Hannah has grown quite attached to Kim, as if they could have been born from the same genetics; just from two totally different countries, different sides of one of the said countries and almost 10 years apart, haha! Kim has become one of Hannah’s best friends she’s had the total joy of making during her move to SC. Always there to lend an ear, make a laugh, or just there to literally do absolutely nothing along side you. Hannah has loved getting to know her as they continue to find new things to have in common; music, movies, and life all together!
Danny O'Brien
Groomsman
"My brother Danny, the one that always stayed behind and held it down. Having such a large age gap, you and I weren't always the closest. Also the fact that I had my own adventures away from home and never really stayed in one placed too long. But anytime we did get together, it was like we never left. One thing we can about our family is, although there may have been a lot of hicups, it is thrice that in love. Dan, you stuck around through all the hard times, and continue to be a rock for our family. I could not be prouder of the man you have grown to be, and I am elated to see where you go next! I love you man!”
Holly Covington
Maid of Honor
To have a sister is something truly special! She has endured a lot with the bride; 33 years of reading books and playing in the backyard, wiping away her tears when Hannah would come home crying from being bullied at school, always having fun and being the best auntie ever, and always someone the bride can turn to. They motivate each other to keep going every chance they get, and Hannah knows her big sister is destined for great things!
Regan Covington
Maid of Honor
She's beauty, she's grace, she'd miss "get the heck out of my face!" She and the bride became family the day she was born; 24 years later, they have become more like sisters than cousins. She is always there to give advise, to lend an ear, to bust out some badass dance moves, and she is always right there; God by her side and a prayer for anyone who feels lost and alone.
Jeff Davis
Groomsman
Ashley Stanley
Maid of Honor
One word that says it all: Strong! Hannah and Ashley have faced many odds together since 2004; from surviving caddy catholic school kids, to welcoming her first born daughter. All the fun times they had dancing to all the popular rap songs of the “old days”, and even having a dance moved named after her by Hannah and Taylor (“do the Ashley 💃💃” haha!) Their bond has never been broken, and everyday Ashley amazes her by being the super mom for her 5 kids, a hardworking and loving wife and still have time for her friends, including this bride!
Michael O'Brien
Father of the Groom
Many know him as "OB", Michael spent many years of his life with Keith as his literal shadow. From long trips to overnight excursions, side by side in his big tractor truck, hanging by the pool at Aunt Debbie's, OB remains to this day Keith's hero, confidant, and friend. Say what you will about OB, he is always upfront with Keith about the challenges of life; he is stern and real, but at the same time always from a place of love. And did we mention his sense of humor? Anyone who truly knows OB has told him countless times he should have been a standup comedian. Always quick with the whit, and always brings light to the darkest situations.
Ashley O'Brien
Maid of Honor
Gaining another sister is extremely exciting! In the short time that they have known each other, they have formed a sisterhood that will stand the test of time. Ashley shines so bright in everything she does and brings so much joy and laughter to everyone who has the privilege of knowing her! Hannah feels so blessed that they have hit it off so well, and that they have such a great understanding of each other; to have each other when things need to get talked out or laughed about!
Aerith Vekich
Flower Girl
Hannah's Daughter The child she was told she was never going to be able to have; Aerith is a carbon copy of her mother! She is strong headed, creative, so loving and a giant goofball; all of which Hannah hopes Aerith will keep with her as she continues to grow up <3
Cailen O'Brien
Flower Girl
Keith's Daughter Cailen is Keith's whole reason and drive to be a better person than he was yesterday. Starting over his life at 30, isn't exactly what he envisioned early on in his life, but Cailen makes it all worth it. From the long walks on the beach, to fun in the sun all summer long; to watching her grow into an incredibly smart, beautiful and kindhearted person she is today and continues to become. Words go beyond the pride he has for his daughter, and he can't wait to see where she takes her life.
Sarah Covington
Mother of the Bride
The word mom says it all! Hannah owes this woman her whole life; she chose to adopt her from Peru, and has given her the best life! No amount of words can begin to express how thankful Hannah feels to have her mom there, by her side, on one of the biggest days of her life. And is so blessed to have had her to look to for guidance and love.
Lisa Kenny
Mother of the Groom
Lisa has played and continues to play a crucial role in his life and character. Where Keith gets his looks, intuition and sense of humor from his father Michael, he got his kind heart and gentle soul from his mother. Lisa brought out the best in him in even the worst of times. Keith never chose the easy route in life even with endless tools at his disposal he always chose to struggle. Even in his darkest days when he really didn’t even deserve the support he got, Lisa remains a rock for Keith and his siblings.