Hillary & Sean

September 21, 2024 • Chicago, IL, USA

Hillary & Sean

September 21, 2024 • Chicago, IL, USA
Courtney Brooks
Courtney Brooks - Bridesmaid
Courtney and Hillary met as children in Brownies, but they didn't become close friends until 7th grade cheerleading. Throughout the years, they've celebrated birthdays, new jobs, and supported each other through both physical and emotional injuries. Courtney has a strong passion for sports and cocktails.
Ariel Ehrlich
Ariel Ehrlich - Bridesmaid
When Hillary first met Ariel at Indiana University, she wasn't sure if she wanted to pursue the friendship due to their height difference. However, she's glad she did. Ariel's passions include reptiles, dirt, traveling, and cheese. Among all of Hillary's friends, she has lived with Ariel the most over the years.
 Kelly Gittinger
Kelly Gittinger - Bridesmaid
Kelly attended Indiana University, where she formed a lasting friendship with Hillary. Known as the life of the party, Kelly has a unique habit of not brushing her teeth on vacation. Kelly has lots of children and is a great mother and friend. She also is good at beer.
Erin LeBlanc
Erin LeBlanc - Bridesmaid
Erin is Sean’s sister, and that's how Hillary first got to know her. Despite living all the way in Albany, NY, Erin, along with her husband and daughter, usually visits a few times a year. Erin is incredibly sweet and welcoming, and her daughter, Chloe, will be the flower girl.
Erica McClure
Erica McClure - Bridesmaid
Erica and Hillary first met at a bus stop during their freshman year at Indiana University, but their true bond formed on the second night over vodka-soaked gummy worms. Since then, they have been inseparable friends. Erica, who is perfect and adores dolphins, recently became a mother, and her baby is absolutely adorable!
Mary McMahon
Mary McMahon - Bridesmaid
Mary and Hillary met in a level A improv class, where they went on to write, produce, and act in many comedy shows because they both love attention. Mary is an excellent cook and has great hair. She has also recently taken on the most important role a women can have as a dog mom to a bernedoodle named Mr. Beef.
Brian Drout
Brian Drout - Best Man
Brian is Sean’s younger brother by 18 months but was only a grade behind him in school. So, while they undoubtedly would have become more than brothers anyways, they also may have had no choice due to their closeness in age. People often say they don’t look a-like, but they look like brothers. If you do not see the resemblance yet, be sure to keep an eye on the dance floor at the wedding as their dancing styles are very similar.
Dan Delong
Dan Delong - Groomsman
Dan and Sean’s friendship dates back to middle school when they were in the Orchestra together, would play poker on the weekends and occasionally prank call Kwik Trips throughout the midwest. Whether either of them like it or not, they are bound to be friends together for the rest of their lives as they have the burden, err, I mean pleasure, of planning their high school reunions together given their statuses of Class President (Dan) & Secretary (Sean).
Dr Alex  Sink
Dr Alex Sink - Groomsman
Alex bought Sean a piece of cake on his birthday freshman year in their dorm dining hall in Madison and they’ve been great friends ever since. Alex is solely responsible for Sean’s limited knowledge of Bravo TV shows and personalities such as Vanderpump Rules, and the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.
Craig Snortheim
Craig Snortheim - Groomsman
Craig and Sean met freshman year while living in the same dorm. Sean knew Craig was “built different” when he walked over 20 minutes in 30-degree weather to a Wisconsin basketball game in the middle of December wearing shorts, a zip-up hoodie and chain around his neck. Since then, they’ve been best friends, living in the same apartment sophomore, junior and senior year.
Jordan Southworth
Jordan Southworth - Groomsman
During one of Jordan’s visits to Madison freshman year, he and Sean bonded as friends while discussing the coaching of Mike Woodson – the coach of the Bucks’ opponent in the first round of the playoffs. They’ve been best friends ever since and have attended countless sporting events together – most notably the Badgers beating Kentucky in the Final Four and the Bucks clinching victory of 2021 NBA Finals.
Tom Wenzler
Tom Wenzler - Groomsman
Tom and Sean’s friendship dates back to playing on the same basketball and football teams in middle school and high school. This friendship was strengthened even more in college when they played on the same intramural flag football and basketball teams. And their friendship is now cemented through their bond of playing adult rec league volleyball together.
Harper Drout
Harper Drout - Dog of Honor
Harper lost her battle with lymphoma and will be celebrating with us in spirit. It was love at first sight when Harper met Hillary. Some may even say that Harper loves Hillary more than Sean. Harper enjoys head scratches, barking at squirrels, running, and getting attention from strangers. She is indeed a good girl.