Dana & Timo
Wedding Party
Shana O'Mara
Matron of Honor
Shana and Dana have known each other since they were in diapers. Strolling (getting lost) on the beach. Going for a ride (with strangers) in an elevator. And managing to tell the tales. We both have vivid imaginations and could always play make believe. We also have both been there for each other through everything. Wishing Dana and Timo the happiest of days and a healthy forever.
Nico Schneider
Best Man
Hi, I'm Nico I first met Timo 33 years ago. Until that moment, I was a happy, spoiled only child. Ever since then, I've been a proud big brother. Never have I been prouder of Timo than when he told me got engaged to Dana.
Caitlin (Winny) Holmes
Bridesmaid
Dana and Winny have known each other since 2001. Their relationship is 100% Stock"Holm(es)" Syndrome, and Cait is pretty sure she was lured in by pancakes and chicken cutlets. Whatever the reason, their love is unconditional and bottomless. Timo has found the most loyal, trustworthy and compassionate individual in Dana. Winny is willing to share, and is grateful that Timo has always done so. But Winny is watching O.o
Darion Lamar Jones
Best Mate
I first met Timo back in 2012 when we were part of a wildland firefighting strike team. Working side by side in such intense, high-stakes situations, we quickly formed a strong bond that turned into a decade-long friendship. From those unforgettable moments in the field to watching him step into this next chapter of life, I couldn’t be prouder to call him my brother.
Janelle Krannich
Bridesmaid/Officiant
If you're reading this, please help. Dana has held my heart hostage since we were 12 years old. Dana offered to return my heart if I merge her and Timo's. Look for me at the altar, I'll be marrying the bride (to the groom, of course!).
Lance Dawson
Groomsman
Timo met Lance after leaving fire and moving to LA. Ever since, Timo has felt lucky to have met and connected with a great mentor and an even greater friend.
Lauren Taistra
Bridesmaid
Lauren is a longtime friend of Dana's from West Morris Mendham High School. She is joyful that Dana found a loving and reliable partner in Timo and wishes them many years of laughter, great meals, and continued curiosity. (DG Note: Lauren's the friend largely responsible for my career path, she produced all our film projects in high school, allowing me to edit them, and the rest is history!)
Trevor Lindborg
Groomsman
Trevor, maker of mead and merriment, toils in the post-production mines where he works as assistant editor. He worked under the tyrannical fist of Dana until Timo swooped in like a knight in shining armor to rescue him. He has happily worked to repay that debt but couldn't be happier for the two of them! His husky, Ares, made sure they've all been friends ever since.
Sarah Haughney
Maid of Honor
Sarah met Dana in college and has been trying to dodge her ever since. Dana prevails.
Tiffany Melvin
Bridesmaid
Dana and Tiffany met when they were both applying for the same internship. They were asked to introduce themselves to the group and both rushed to be first, Dana beating Tiffany out by a few seconds. Feeling as if she had found a kindred spirit, Dana immediately declared that they were to be best friends. Unknowing that Dana makes this declaration to everyone she meets, Tiffany took this proclamation as gospel and they have been best friends ever since.
Isabella McCabe
Jr Bridesmaid
I’m Isabella and Dana is my cousin. I’ve known Dana my whole life and have always enjoyed spending time with her and I’m so excited for her to get married!! (DG Note: Watching and knowing the talented, creative, smart young woman Isabella has become, has been one one of my greatest joys. She's already impressively intelligent and smart in so many undeniable ways, and she's a crazy talented golfer too!)
Madison DiMeo
Flower Girl
The first time Dana heard Madison say, "I'm getting too old for this," she knew they were birds of a feather. Madison was only about 7 or 8 at the time, but she was already a sharp, witty, creative little girl, and one of the most unconditionally loving sisters/daughters/cousins out there. Her warmness is infectious, and Maddie always knows how to make her cousin Dana smile and how to make everyone feel welcome and included. She’s an excellent crafter and even better big sister, and Dana’s very grateful she agreed to be part of the big day!
Emma DiMeo
Flower Girl
Emma was the first of Dana's family to know that she and Timo were dating (just ask her Aunt/Dana's cousin, Danielle, at the wedding). Emma regularly facetimes Dana to check on her, give her family/friend updates, make sure Dana's getting her work done, and to share her latest drawings and room updates. Watching Emma grow up into an imaginative, brave, funny and caring little girl and big sister, has been a blast for Dana (and Emma's updates have also been instrumental in keeping Dana informed). Emma knows next to nothing will keep Dana from answering her FTs, and Dana is happy for each and every call (some of which have even spanned continents at this point).