Our People
John & Pam Todd
Parents of the Bride
- DAPHNE - When you see either of Anna's parents at the wedding, tell them "thank you! and "great job!" (Maybe "War Eagle!" if you really want to be in their good graces). Without them, the betrothed couple would likely be eloping in Indonesia or something. Anna and Anthony love and appreciate Pam and John more than words can say, and they can't wait to enjoy this special, love-filled day with them this fall!
Dian & the late Mike Butler
Parents of the Groom
- VANDALIA - Dian Butler and the late Mike Butler are Anna and Anthony's most favorite Parrot Heads (aka Jimmy Buffet fans). Blessed to have them in their lives, Anna and Anthony can't wait to celebrate their mutual love of travel, tropical drinks, and NOLA food over the wedding weekend. Oh, and if you find yourself needing a deck of cards come October, Dian has got ya covered.
Paige Garson
Maid of Honor
- NYC - Paige and Anna were freshman-year college roommates at the University of Georgia (yay, Morris Hall!). Anna cherry-picked Paige from a UGA Facebook group, and the rest is history. To this day, Paige and Anna still read each other's minds and endearingly refer to each other as "Rooms." #soulmates
Chris Britt
Best Man
- DALLAS - Anthony and Chris became friends in 7th grade algebra thanks to an alphabetical seating chart, and it has been all dumb jokes since then. Chris and his wife Kristen moved to Madison, WI, allowing Anthony to introduce Anna to the joys of Wisconsin fall and cheese curds.
Victoria Todd
Matron of Honor
- MOBILE - To Anna, Victoria isn't just her sister-in-law; Victoria is her real-life sister. Victoria and Anna go wayyy back to Bayside Academy (when Vic and Hays started dating their junior year). Anna has been happily following them and their amazing friends around ever since!
Nathan Butler
Groomsman
- STL - Anthony spent most of his early life tagging along and annoying his older brother. Luckily, Anthony became a little less annoying at some point, and they became actual friends.
Brooke Harrison
Bridesmaid
- ATL - Anna made the best decision by knocking on the Hohman girls' door her sophomore year of high school and making them be her friends. Brooke and Anna proceeded to bond over their mutual grandma-ness... often getting all dressed up for nights in with Trader Joes's brownies & documentaries. Not much has changed. (Brooke became Mrs. Harrison early this year!)
Mike Hayden
Groomsman
- CHICAGO - When Anthony was looking to move to Chicago, he called his friend Mike on a whim. They then became roommates for six years. Even though they're no longer roommates, they still make time to drink good beers across the city.
Nicole Hohman
Bridesmaid
- ATL - From dance team days at Bayside, to devouring Messy Fries at Quick Grill on Tuscaloosa's Strip, Nicole has always brought out Anna's goofy side. When they're not being endearingly awkward together, you can find Anna and Nicole sharing deep thoughts about life... and cheese. Mostly cheese.
Adam Walsh
Groomsman
- CHAMPAIGN - Adam and Anthony have been friends since attending Illinois State University. Each year, Anthony tells Adam that this is the year the Redbirds make the NCAA tournament, but so far it has never been the case. They have a years-long Double Dash (the best Mario Kart) 150cc All-Cup battle that is tracked in a Google Excel doc. Even though Adam is known to practice, Anthony holds a slight edge in victories.
Ali Hudson
Bridesmaid
- NASHVILLE - Ali and Anna met in high school, but their friendship blossomed over Auburn Rodeos, Mardi Gras/debutante balls, and fun adventures visiting each other's cities. Ali refers to Anna as "Roll Tide Todd," and Anna's Chicago friends refer to Ali as her "Taylor Swift friend." Ali is basically the coolest.
Tyler Hall
Groomsman
- CHICAGO - Anytime Anthony has a random pop culture thought, Tyler is his go-to friend. They share a love of great TV, especially Mad Men, which they both agree is the best show ever. Tyler can usually be found doing yard work at his house in the burbs or at the gym trying to extend his notoriously short wingspan.
Clara Frugé
Bridesmaid
- NOLA - Clara and Anna bonded over their internships (and subsequent paying jobs!) at NOLA's Dinner Lab. They both shed tears when Anna moved away, but have stayed close ever since. During the wedding week, you'll likely find Anna and Clara sharing a charcuterie board while gushing over Clara's precious babies, Graham & Elliot.
Hays Todd
Groomsman
- MOBILE - Over the past 4+ years, Hays and Anthony have bonded over travel, sports, beer, plaid, "Millennial food," and Pam Todd's mutual hatred of their beards. If you need recommendations for the best po' boys and craft beers in NOLA, Hays is your guy.
Jenna Kowalczyk
Bridesmaid
- CHICAGO - Jenna (of @ieatallthechips fame) was Anna's very first friend in Chicago. They were laid off together at Zomato, and their fiancés were roommates (Mike, GM). Jenna taught Anna about Chicago winters, the CTA bus system, and the Cubs (or tried to). They JOKE that Jenna's the Eleanor Shellstrop to Anna's Tahani Al-Jamil.
Bryan Audia
Groomsman
- CHICAGO - On a particularly frigid Chicago morning, Anthony offered Bryan, his coworker who happened to live next door, a ride to work. Bryan got used to the comfort, so they proceeded to carpool every morning. Eventually Bryan took a new job, but they continued to text really funny jokes to each other. You can find Bryan on Instagram @lebryan.james. Please give his posts a like.
Addison & Gracin Butler
Junior Bridesmaids
- STL - Anthony and Anna are beyond excited for Addison & Gracin (soon to be Anna's nieces!) to be their Junior Bridesmaids. Along with their parents, Nathan and Kristin, Anna has gotten to know the girls over several Butler family trips to St Louis, Chicago, Florida, Arkansas, and beyond. This will be Addison and Gracin's first trip to NOLA!
Carson Camp
Junior Groomsman
- ORLANDO - Anna was her Aunt Jenny's Junior Bridesmaid, and Anna and Anthony can't wait for Carson to be their Junior Groomsman. Carson was the king of the dance floor at Hays and Victoria's wedding, so let's see if he can keep his title. ;) See ya in NOLA, dude!
Crosby Camp
Ring Bearer
- ORLANDO - Crosby is the goofiest, friendliest, cutest Ring Bearer you ever did see. Anna and Anthony are both honored that Crosby has agreed to guard and protect their wedding bands for their special day.
Ilaria Prakash
Flower Child
- NOLA - When Anna and Anthony asked Ilaria to be their flower girl, she responded "Auntie Anna, I accept!" with a mouth full of pizza. It's safe to say that Ilaria has enough personality for the entire wedding party. And have you seen those cheeks??
Graham Frugé
Flower Child
- NOLA - Before Anna and Anthony even got engaged, they knew that they wanted Graham & Ilaria to be their flower children. They are so excited for Graham to (hopefully) toss some petals down the aisle, then boogie down at the reception.
Jen Camp
Officiant
- ORLANDO - Anna lovingly refers to her as "Jenny," and Anna's friends refer to her as "the Disney aunt." From the Arts, to politics, to religion, and beyond, Anna and her aunt Jenny view life through similar lenses. For this reason (and a bajillion more), Anna and Anthony are over the moon for Jenny to officiate their wedding!
Kurt Simon
The Reverend
- VANDALIA - The Reverend Kurt Simon of the First Presbyterian Church of Vandalia, family friend of the Butlers and fellow parrothead, will lead us in an opening prayer during the wedding ceremony! The Butler and Simon family ties date back to the 1980s when Kurt's father, Simon A. Simon, was Mike and Dian's pastor at the First Presbyterian Church of Jerseyville.
Kristin Butler
Reader
- STL - After attending her first "Butler Summer Vacation" in Destin, Anna knew that she was lucky to have Kristin on her side. As self-proclaimed "non-bloods," Anna and her soon-to-be sister-in-law have bonded over the past 5+ years. Cheers to a future of over-planning together & chatting about The Bachelor over wine!
Camille Larkin
Reader
- MS - Aunt Camille is the yin to Anna's yang. Camille is a Math teacher; Anna excels in English. Camille is a big football fan... Anna at least attended two SEC schools! However, Anna and her aunt Camille are in sync when it comes to something infinitely important - family is everything. We can't wait to celebrate with Camille in NOLA!
Nikki Sprehe
Greeter
- STL - Based on the fact that Nikki has put up with Anthony for the past 20+ years, one can surmise that she is one patient, kind, and fun-loving gal. Nikki is also known to be the best birthday card sender. Ever.
Kristen Miller
Greeter
- DALLAS - Kristen (BM Chris's better half) is the world's best thank you note writer, gift giver, snack provider, and ultimate Harry Potter fan. Anna and Anthony agree that her enthusiasm and sense of humor is infectious. Once you meet her, you'll know exactly what they mean. :)
Vasiliki Fosses
Greeter
- CHICAGO - Roux and Stevie (Anna and Anthony's cats) call her "Auntie V," but you can call her V. She's the most warm-hearted person Anna and Anthony know, so they couldn't think of a better human being to greet their guests.
Carling Lee
Greeter
- NOLA - To know Carling is to love Carling. As Anna's former 6th St. roommate and resident NOLA expert, Carling knows everyone (no, seriously) and is always up for anything. Fun fact: Anna, Victoria, and Carling once had an entire closet dedicated to costumes. Yup.