Andrés & Sarah
Wedding Party
Madilyn Merkel
Matron of Honor
Hi! My name is Madilyn Merkel and I am Sarah's matron of honor! We met my freshman year of college through our household, Magnifica Amorem Christi (MAC), and, by some miracle, ended up roommates for 2 hilarious years. From watching Barbie and Tinkerbell movies together to grocery store snack runs for Kroger lava cakes, we've truly been through it all. Sarah has become the sister I never had! She was my maid of honor, and now I get the honor of returning the favor. Here's to a lifetime of endless laughs and lots of love!
Anthony Buckley
Best Man
Anthony is a packaging engineer living up in Flagstaff with his beautiful wife, Rachel, and super cute daughter, Charlotte. He and Andres met at a Catholic retreat in college and have best buds ever since, primarily catching up these days over sci-fi and fantasy books, like the nerds that they are. Anthony is stoked for Andres and Sarah to be married and have 100 kids so Andres can start naming his kids after fictional characters.
Aglae-Alma Sanchez-Deras
Bridesmaid
I met Sarah through my brother, the groom! Before we met, I remember how excited I was to meet her. Little did I know that she was excited to meet me as well! She has a very kind and bubbly personality. Sarah had fit right into the family the moment I knew she loved pink and SpongeBob. I'm so excited to have you in the Sanchez-Deras family, Sarah!
Rene Ruelas
Groomsman
Cousin to the groom. Soon-to-be cousin in-law to the bride. Entrepreneur. Philanthropist. Nihilist. Felon. Former Son. Soon-to-be Father in-law. “Andrés has always been like a son to me. He could never beat me in a Halo 1v1.”
Rachel Buckley
Bridesmaid
Sarah and I met at my husband's (Anthony Buckley's) and my wedding for the first time in person! I was super excited because I had heard so many wonderful things about you from Andrés (of course) and even though the interaction was short, you were wearing your pink colored glasses and I loved how bubbly of a personality you had, and I thought you and Andrés were a perfect match!
William Buckley
Groomsman
William is a chump that likes various types of cheese. He met Andrés through a mutual friend who will remain nameless. He thinks Andres is a pretty standup guy, but Sarah is definitely the better half - as it should be. William is grateful for Andrés's place in his life and hopes he can make it to one of his shows someday. He says prayers for the groveling groom and the brandy bride, for all the blessings in their coming life!
Leslie Deras
Bridesmaid
When I first met Sarah, I immediately knew she wasn't just my cousin's girlfriend, but would become my friend too. We clicked so fast and even though I haven't known her forever, we've already made amazing memories. Sarah is so kind, funny, and always finds a way to have a great time. I'm so glad she came into our family and I gained a new bestie!
Fabian Deras
Groomsman
I'm Fabian Deras Fraijo, an EIT and ASU graduate currently working at HDR. Andrés isn't just family — he's my cousin, my lifelong friend, and someone I've shared countless memories with. It's a real joy to stand by him as he begins this next chapter. Wishing Andrés and Sarah a future full of love, laughter, and happiness!
Elena Fuller
Bridesmaid
Elena is a theology nerd and new mom, living near San Antonio, Texas with her Navy husband. She met Sarah when Sarah first started coming to visit their college household, Magnifica Amorem Christi. Elena was blessed to have Sarah choose her as her "big" and they formed a bond that lasted after college! Sarah was a bridesmaid in Elena's wedding in June of 2024 and Elena is so excited to witness Sarah's wedding to the love of her life!
Andrew Nelson
Groomsman
Being a nerd like Andrés, I met him at a game store in Avondale, and instantly we became best friends. Andrew is very excited for Andrés in his next steps in his journey with Sarah, and looks forward to more amazing memories with the almost married couple!
Jordyn Manuel
Bridesmaid
Hi! I'm Jordyn, one of Sarah's household sisters. She and I met a few years ago at Franciscan, and she's been like a big sister to me ever since!
Jeremy Statt
Groomsman
Ahoy! I’m Jeremy Statt, and Andres and I have been friends for many a year now, grateful he’s back in the same state again! I am a husband and father, with our 4th baby due in November! I enjoy reading and exercising, though if you ask Andres, my favorite past time is bashing Brandon Sanderson’s Stormlight archive. I’m joyful and excited for Andres and Sarah’s marriage and look forward to celebrating with you all!
