Wedding Party

Katerina Bumbaris

Maid of Honor

Casey and Katerina met when they were in elementary school. They started getting closer when they were in Brownies and Girl scouts together and bonded even more when they found out their fathers knew each other in high-school! Since then they shared so many memories which included adventures to village crossing, their love of cats, secret notebooks, club Katerina, pigging out on hot cheetos, cheesecake, and of course pizza, and finally traveling to Greece together like they talked about since they were children! They became best friends when they were kids, and will stay that way until they're old little ladies with 100 cats!

Kim O’Connor

Matron of Honor

I met Casey in high school orchestra. As I looked across the room, I thought I was looking in a mirror. Naturally, I had to introduce myself. I believe I said something along the lines of, “Hi! You look like me! What’s your name?”  Fast forward a few years, countless borrowed homecoming dresses and a few exchanged IDs, we found our paths crossed again at Molloy.  For fun, we like to dress alike and mess with our co-workers, spoil our pets, and gossip over a bottle of wine. I love my twin and can’t wait to celebrate her and Hunter’s love! 

Summer Bartek

Bridesmaid

Hello! My name is Summer, but to Naki I am known as Summie. Which maybe I should mention that Casey is known to me as Naka or Naki; this whole new last name thing is going to be a problem lol. We will be celebrating a decade of friendship this year because I was fortunate enough to meet Naka in Fall of 2011 thanks to Newberry Softball. We were both incoming softball freshmen therefore were took to eachother immediately. Friends like Naki don't come around often & I am so fortunate & thankful to call her one of my besties. I cannot wait to watch Casey walk down the aisle to Hunty!

Christine Nitahara

Bridesmaid

Hi everyone! My name is Christine and I’m one of Casey’s cousins. Lucky for me, Casey and I are not only related, but she has been one of my best friends for as long as I can remember. Growing up, we spent lots of time having sleepovers, going on trips, and we were even in a bowling league together! As kids we always talked about what our futures would be like, and I can’t believe Casey’s wedding is finally here. I’m so excited to be a part of her and Hunter’s big day!

Lauren Zydowsky

Bridesmaid

Casey and Lauren met in 2017 when they both began working at Molloy Education Center as special education teachers. They quickly bonded on the playground over their favorite comfy shoes (TOMs) and the rest is history! Since that day, they have shared a bathroom between their classrooms, traveled to San Francisco and Wisconsin together, had copious amounts of wine nights, vent sessions, workouts and more. They will be friends forever!

Gwenell Brazell

Bridesmaid

Gwenell and the bride have been friends for years now but first meeting at Newberry College while playing softball together. We quickly bonded over tanning bed trips and being hitting partners. We’ve since shared every life changing moment with each other from engagements to babies. And although we are miles apart we are always there for one another.

Olivia Salley

Bridesmaid

I met Casey at Newberry College. We didn’t really hit it off until after Casey graduated and we starting doing CrossFit together. The summer of 2017 we were together pretty much every day. Once Hunter and Casey moved back to Chicago we made sure to talk on the phone at least twice a week!! Casey has been the worlds best “long-distance best friend” a girl could have. We have laughed, planned, and cried together so much over the phone. Our friendship is so true and pure. I truly wouldn’t know what I would do without her. I am so excited and honored to be on this journey with Casey and Hunter. I love them both endlessly!!

Drew Robinson

Best Man

Hunter is one of my younger brothers and I believe we share one of the most unique relationships of any brothers I know. My little brother is one of the strongest willed and passionate people on this planet. No matter what life threw at us, we never lost that kindred spirit we shared as kids watching Power Rangers and Batman together. Lindsey and I are even more excited about the family Hunter and Casey will build. We cannot wait to gain a new sister. Praise God and God bless this couple.

Travis Whatley

Best Man

When I first met Hunter in middle school, I knew we would be friends because we both had swag. We played different sports and had different classes but we had similar personalities. We would pimp walk across the stage to receive our honors student awards, make up crazy sayings and gestures, and not care what anyone had to say about us. We knew we didn't need recognition from anyone to be who we wanted or do what we wanted to do in life. Nothing could stop us from having a great time. I could write a book on what Hunter and I have experienced together but I know this needs to be short. Hunter is and has always been my best friend. It is amazing how close we have kept our friendship, regardless where we live. It will be an honor to be by your side while you marry your beautiful wife, Casey!

Tyler Sheridan

Officiant/Groomsman

“Hunt” “Huntdawg” “Nate”and I became friends in 5th grade. I thought hunter was cool when he brought his beetle bug go kart to a project day. Hunt and I wrestled together from 7-12 grade. We are still best friends and brothers. My college roommate and I were having a party one night. Hunter said he’s bringing a chick. I said Uh O.. brought a chick home.. he said her name is Casey she’s cool.. and boy was he right. I feel like I gained a best friend in this. Casey was cool with anything the boys wanted to do. She is a mix between, sister, bro, mother, wife material, and crazy gf.. perfect combo! OUR STORY HAS TO BE LONG, because IT TOOK HUNTER THAT LONG TO PROPOSE! Hunter and Casey are perfect. I’m blessed and lucky to call them best friends! I’m privileged to be apart of their big day!

Nick Paré

Groomsman

Nick was Hunter’s freshman year roommate and really his whole college career roommate. He is one of Hunter’s life long friends.

Grayson Fleming

Groomsman

Hunter’s stepbrother and NOLA tour guide!

Mike O’Connor

Groomsman

I met Hunter through the girls. What’s funny about how we met, is that my wife told me that her and Casey were twins, and they both worked together. After I met Hunter, I realized that we looked alike too, and then we ended up working together. And now, whenever we double-date out in public, it looks like we’re the product of incest. We became good friends and I’m so happy for Casey and Hunter. They’re such a good-looking couple!

Rhett Robinson

Groomsman

Rhett is Hunter’s little brother.

Kyle Nakawatase

Brother of the Bride

Cory Nakawatase

Brother of the Bride