Sarah & Robert
Wedding Party
Quinn Hannum
Maid of Honor
Quinn & Sarah have been best friends since 2006 when they met at The American Bar & Grille as servers. Drawn together as kindred spirits, they share a love of all things art, dance, and beauty. Not to mention long weekends full of food, dancing, talking, and giggling like little girls. Quinn has been there for Sarah for every big moment in her life, and all the little ones in between, and made every single one that much more special. She's Aunt Quinn to her kids, and sister in her heart.
Rebecca Bryan
Bridesmaid
Sarah prayed for Becca years before she was conceived and even up until Mom went into labor. Even when Dad said that the baby was a boy or girl already, Sarah's response as an 8 year old was "God can do anything!" Sarah likes to think it was because of that faith that God answered her prayers and gave her Becca. But I guess it's like making a wish with a genie, there's always a catch. Juuuuust kidding. Becca and Sarah have one of the best sister bonds ever, sharing a love of music, dance, art, food, COFFEE, and being moms. They even have matching tattoos (that Becca designed)!
Dodie Gray
Bridesmaid
Sarah met Dodie through Rob. She and her husband have been closer than family to Rob, and they welcomed Sarah as part of the family as well. Dodie has the biggest heart and would do anything for those she loves. She even agreed to help this chick Rob had just started dating pack her whole house and move in one day. Yup! That chick was Sarah! You will never meet a sweeter, kinder, and more amazing person than Dodie!! She and Sarah love shopping together, trying new "girlie" drinks (and are equally light weights!), and just talking for hours. Sarah's life is so much richer for having Dodie for her family, and so blessed to have her by her side at her wedding.
Cat Bobbitt
Bridesmaid
Cat and Sarah met freshman year at Rosemont College. They bonded over their nerdy love of musicals and introvert ways. They ended up as roommates in Junior year until Cat went to study abroad. Their friendship only grew stronger over the years, and then over the oceans when Cat moved to Turkey for a few years. It's a friendship to last a lifetime. Sometimes weeks or months go by without talking, but when they do get a chance to chat, it's like no time has passed at all. Looking forward to many more dance parties and adventures together!
Wendy Carty
Bridesmaid
Wendy is the insanely awesome singer of Sass, and should be sainted for dealing with all the boys! She brings the class to Sass!! Actually, sainthood may not be enough considering all of Dom's "creative" lyrics, Rob's wise-ass remarks, and the never-ending "moist" jokes she's had to endure. If she had a dime for every one she's been the brunt of, she could buy the Duncan Hines company in cash! She and Sarah have become friends, sharing their own jokes at the expense of the boys. Not to mention her Elf on the Shelf game is on point.
Trish Hoy
Bridesmaid
Trish & Sarah met via Rob. While on a Zoom "happy hour", Rob asked Sarah to entertain Trish & Samia for a little bit while he took a call. Well, that half-hour "fill in" turned into 4 hours, and Rob was sidelined hahaha! Instant friendship doesn't even come close to describing the connection. It's like Trish the Dish has been part of the family forever! She is now on the favorite human list and banishing snakes like a pro (ask her about it). Sarah is incredibly happy and blessed to have her stand by her side on this amazing day, and for many more.
Samia Kreiser
Bridesmaid
Samia & Sarah met via Rob, in the same Zoom "happy hour" where she met Trish. Again, instant friendship doesn't even come close to describing the connection. And the same goes for her girls and Sarah's kiddos. She, too, is now on the favorite human list. Sarah is incredibly happy and blessed to have her stand by her side on this amazing day, and for many, many more.
Zoey Barker
Jr. Bridesmaid
Zo-Zo, Zoey-Bug, Puddin, Daughter. All names Sarah has lovingly bestowed on Rob's daughter, Zoey. She has been the best big sister to Sarah's kiddos, and just a joy and light to all! She's got her dad's sense of humor and mad song re-writing skills. Incredibly talented at music and art, crazy smart, and the biggest heart. She gives the best hugs (even thought she has to bend down to hug Sarah now...) and lights up any room she's in with her smile.
Jim Gray
Best Man
Ex-Marine Redneck specializing in information technology with a therapeutic garage in the '805. He also claims the title in the Coors Light book of records for consuming 50 beers on his 50th birthday. 50 beers for 50 years!!! Jim and Rob met when Rob was hired by them to teach their son Ryan guitar. Almost immediately they became friends and brothers. Jim, his wife Dodie, and their whole family have always been there for Rob throughout all the ups and downs that life may bring. In many ways they helped Rob become a better man and friend through their selfless gratitude. They have bond that no one and anything could ever sever, including the dark and violent streets of downtown Wilmington. (We were going to go cap bustin' together until Dodie reminded us we were out of caps.)
Carmen D'Amico
Groomsman
Drummer in Sass, Bringer of the Wine, Provider of the Cigars. Carm and Rob met through a mutual friend when his band was looking for a guitarist. From the first phone conversation they knew in many ways they were musical kindred spirits. Just as a drummer in a band holds down the time Carm also holds the band together. He hosts most of our parties/get-togethers, is the first to pipe up when he can tell we all miss one another outside of the stage and insist on Sass bonding time. This is why we are F A M I L Y!!!
Ray Meginniss
Groomsman
Keyboard player in Sass and bringer of the Jack Daniels. Everyone's favorite Drunk Irish Grandpa!!! Ray is just plain bada$$. He loves to tell stories, just ask him what it was like to watch the Cubs win their first world series in person! Ray is an amazing talent. He holds down all the keyboard, horn parts, also sings, and can even hear his keyboard parts by placing his ear gently to his hands. ALL THROUGH HIS HANDS!!! Simply amazing. Truth is Carm, Rob, and Ray spend a lot of extra time together bonding as part of the rhythm section of Sass. The three of them share in so much of their lives together and it's easy to see they are group of amazing friends and brothers.
Joe Swierk
Groomsman
Bass player in Sass, booker of the band, preparer of the spreadsheet, tech advisor to Dom, and somehow doing this while working as program director at Comcast. 4 full time jobs there. Joe is the businessman that's kept it all together and running for years. He has selflessly given so much of his time to keep things running smooth. He also manages to somehow deal with all our personalities and arguing. No wonder he is retiring to Florida! One of Joe's main responsibilities will be to keep all of us from killing each other before the big wedding day! There is NO ONE Rob or Sarah would trust more with that difficult job.
Dom Reitano Jr.
Groomsman
Male singer in Sass. Formerly known as "Earthquake" from "The Chunkindales" at volcanoes strip club. Dom unfortunately had a horrific accident when the pole broke as he was sliding down from the 2nd tier dance floor to the 1st years ago. He hit his head on some VSCO girl's oversized Hydro Flask and now can't even operate the simplest of technologies, although he is learning and there has been some improvement. Joe recently has successfully taught him how to attach a .pdf to an email! Dom and Rob honestly don't agree on much. Especially music. One thing they do agree on is that they love each other like brothers! Dom is a awesome entertainer and is always there when a joke is needed. (Such as using some ladies head to assist himself when stepping down from a fire pit.)
Christopher Basile
Groomsman
Soundman for Sass and fellow Realtor. Poor Chris, what to say? This guy has to deal with all 6 of the band members constantly requesting him to change something in our personal sound level mixes all night long from the stage. Although it rarely matters because he's not paying attention. He's usually on his phone or Ipad in the middle of negotiating an offer and selling a house most of the time! Chris is Rob's sponsor with Keller Williams and is one of the biggest inspirations in Rob becoming a Realtor. They share a affinity for technology and a affinity for making fun of Dom's lack of technological skills and abilities.
Jim Carty
Groomsman
Husband of Wendy Carty (Female singer of Sass and bridesmaid), Protector of the Sass ladies while the men are on stage. Jim Schneider. Rob really thought his last name was Schneider for a whole year after meeting him. Thanks to Dom. Somehow at a gig Dom mentioned Schneider from 'One Day at a Time' and it just stuck for awhile. We'll keep secret what we call him now, on second thought, no we won't...."Jim Schweddy Balls". Not even sure where that came from. Jim is an all around great guy. He also plays guitar, sings, and is absolutely hilarious. He truly does spend time with and helps make sure the guy's better halves are safe while we are on stage performing. This is why Rob told him he loved him after too much wine at a New Year's Eve Party.
Jackson Kerstetter
Jr. Groomsman
Captain of the controller, King of the dad jokes, and Master of the Meme is the official title of Sarah's son, Jackson. Yes, Jackson has invented a new language called "meme". When he is not telling 'dad jokes' over dinner he is busy searching memes to continue to enhance and develop his newest linguistic endeavor. Jackson enjoys playing video games and ignoring his overly dramatic sisters until he finally breaks his concentration to scream, "SILENCE, PEASANTS!!!". While he is somewhat introverted and quiet we are convinced he's just plotting a new round of "what if?" questions and scenarios to bombard us all with. This is just his way of distracting us while he revises his plot to take over control of YouTube.
Sophia Kerstetter
Flower Girl
Sophie is Sarah's youngest and mini: her mother's looks with her Aunt Becca's attitude! Miss Sophie loves all things glitter, sparkle, and glam just like her mama. When she's not harassing or sassing her big brother, she can be found singing her tiny heart out, dancing to her own drum, and being a general big ol' love bug.
Tyler Brown
Ring Bearer
Mr. Ty-Ty is Sarah's nephew and son of Becca Bryan. Ever the sweetheart, he always brings a smile to the faces of those that know him. He loooooves his dinosaurs, dressing up, and sneaking tackle hugs on his mama. Rob & Sarah are so excited to have him as their ring bearer.
Bud Light Platinum
Wedding Planner
Dilly Dilly!