Wedding Party
Andy Jimenez
Groom
Andy grew up in Corpus Christi, where he is also a graduate of Texas A&M - Corpus Christi with a degree in Geomatic Sciences. His love for the outdoors led to a profession in Land Surveying allowing him the freedom to work indoors and out. His passions are racquetball, golf, fishing and now more importantly spending time with Annette growing together.
Annette Perales
Bride
Annette grew up in San Antonio until the age of 18. She graduated from The University of Texas at Austin (Hook'em Horns!) with a Chemistry degree and followed her career path with Procter & Gamble in Cincinnati, OH then Ecolab in Houston, TX. She was delighted to return to San Antonio two years ago working now with Andeavor. She loves volleyball, gardening, going to the movies, spending time with family, and traveling. She plans to see the world someday and is elated that she can share that part of her life with her better half, Andy.
Robert Jimenez
Best Man
Andy's older brother and the definition of best man. At four years Andy's senior, Robert was always incredible about including his younger brother in his daily activities. In high school, he was a standout swimmer in the butterfly making it to state competition. He is a graduate of Texas A&M University and now a commercial real estate agent for Granite Properties in Dallas, TX. More importantly, he is a father of two incredible boys, Ethan and Alex, and a husband to his beautiful wife Erin.
Francesca Gibbins
Matron of Honor
Francesca “Frannie” is Annette's bestie. Frannie graduated from the University of Texas at Austin. Frannie and Annette met 22 years ago at the Bright Shawl at a freshman high school dance hosted by an all girls school, Incarnate Word. We found ourselves talking on the side bench frustrated that boys wouldn't ask us to dance. Needless to say, we laughed and danced the night away anyways with every line and group dance available. Twenty two years later we are still laughing and dancing especially around her two adorable girls. Annette feels so blessed to have a life long friend and happy to see it to grow stronger each day. #lylas #shammies
Jimmy Boller
Groomsman
Jimmy is the literal definition of "Andy's oldest friend". Jimmy was a neighbor to us when my family moved from San Francisco to Corpus Christi. He quickly became close to my brother and would play with him when I was a toddler. We have remained close friends since the earliest of our time. Jimmy was a standout tennis player playing for the University of Nebraska, followed by Texas Tech where he graduated college. He is now a commercial real estate agent in the San Antonio area. To Andy, he is a dear friend and older brother who helps lead the way.
Erin Jimenez
Bridesmaid
Andy's sister-in-law and a woman who has brought a lighter touch to a house full of boys. She is a graduate of Texas A&M, where she met Robert and began their relationship. Our families first met over sixteen years ago, and she immediately filled our lives with her love and great sense of humor. She is a wonderful wife, mother, avid runner, expert elementary school science project coach, pinterest level host and a real rock within the family.
Daniel Perales
Groomsman
Daniel is Annette's youngest brother. He graduated with highest honors at UTSA with his Masters in Business Administration. Like Annette, he also works at Andeavor. He was Annette's roommate in Austin and again after graduation in Ohio. Annette and Daniel have shared a lifetime of great memories from traveling to Greece, San Diego, and Europe to going to football games, poker games, and eating sushi. Yum! These days you will find Daniel spending every available moment with his adorable daughter, Ava, and beautiful wife, Shanna.
Shanna Perales
Bridesmaid
Shanna is Annette's sister-in-law. She graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and now works as a registered nurse (RN). Annette first met Shanna in third grade when her youngest brother, Daniel, introduced her as the first girl he ever liked. Thirty something years later, she has been such a wonderful sister to Annette and friend. It is always easy to find Shanna because she brightens the room with her beautiful smile.
Logan Kirkpatrick
Groomsman
Logan Kirkpatrick is one of Andy's best friends beginning in high school. He is family to Andy and has been there as a roommate and friend during the best and worst of times. He is one of the nicest, most genuine people and even though he's younger than Andy, he is a person Andy looks up to. The two love to fish and golf together or just hang out by the grill. When visiting Corpus, the Kirpatrick's always have an open home for us to stay and are the best hosts we could ask for.
Yesenia Carrizales
Bridesmaid
Yesenia is Annette's cousin. Yesenia received her Bachelor's degree from University of Houston and her MBA from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid. She lived in Madrid, Spain for the next eight years post graduation. She recently moved back to the United States and now lives in New York. Throughout their lives, they have lived in different cities yet distance never kept them apart. They grew up together sharing stories, clothes, and many great memories.
Pepe Villagomez
Groomsman
Pepe is Annette's stepbrother. He graduated from Texas A&M with a Civil Engineering degree. He is sole owner and entrepreneur to Villagomez Engineering Company contracting many large corporations. He is very athletic and was the all-star basketball player growing up. He loves to fish, play golf, and basketball. These days you will find Pepe spending most of his time with his amazing family, attending a Spurs game, going to Vegas, cheering for the Aggies, or saving young children's/old ladies cats from tall trees.
Natalie Villagomez
Bridesmaid
Natalie "Natty" is Annette's stepsister-in-law. She graduated from Texas A&M university and received her MBA from Our Lady of the Lake. She is the Vice President of Sales and Marketing for her family's company, Garcia Foods, while also being a real estate agent. Natty was Annette's real estate agent when Annette bought her first house! Annette met Natty in high school when she first started dating Annette's stepbrother, Pepe. Since then, they continue to be good friends and sisters.
BJ Buske
Groomsman
One of Andy's oldest and closest friends. The two grew up in little league sports together becoming close friends in high school. The two were college roommates for a time and Bj's famous quote to Andy was "I just want to work with my hands". He is now the successful owner of Buske Trim and Carpentry and NB Doors with large projects across Texas and Colorado. Andy was his best man in marrying his beautiful wife, Suzanne and we are blessed to have him in Andy and Annette's wedding.
Mari Villagomez
Bridesmaid
Mari is Annette's stepsister. She graduated from Texas A&M university and now works at USAA. Annette met Mari at Peter Piper Pizza when Annette was 8 years old. They played dress up, fashion show, and had slumber parties when they were girls. They grew up together and went to Incarnate Word High School. A year after Annette graduated high school, they became stepsisters. They have a lifetime of great memories and a lot of laughs.
Jason Pastrano
Groomsman - Sponsor of the Lasso
Jason is Annette's stepbrother-in-law. He graduated from Texas A&M university and majored in Electrical Engineering. He works at AT&T as a Director in Customer Contact Transformation. These days you will find Jason coaching his kids sports teams, going to the Texans and Aggie games together with his family, and hanging out with his awesome wife, Claudia.
Claudia Pastrano
Bridesmaid - Sponsor of the Lasso
Claudia is Annette's stepsister. She graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio and is a stay-at-home mother of four. Annette met Claudia when they were young girls and through the years they've shared a lifetime of great memories. Annette enjoyed the times when Claudia was a flight attendant because the two of them traveled so much to places like New York, Spain, and even Indiana to see their brother, Daniel graduate from college. Claudia is very athletic, intelligent, cheerful, and such a delight to be around. These days you will find Claudia having fun and hanging out with her husband and four babies.
Michael Perales
Groomsman
Michael is Annette's younger brother. He works for the United States Postal Service and served in the US Airforce. He is very knowledgeable about salt water fish as he has a many years of experience in setting up fish tanks. He loves animals especially dogs. Annette likes to think of him as the next dog whisperer because Michael can train any dog with a very short timeframe. Michael is one of the funniest people that Annette has met and the majority of the time that they are together you will find them laughing.
Gloria Perales
Mother of the Bride
Gloria is Annette's mother. She graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Accounting and is a Certified Public Accountant. Annette and her mom love to watch movies together, go to Broadway plays, sing at the top of their lungs, attend Christian concerts, and have mom/daughter day. These days you will find mom passing on all of her silly, fun-loving traits and pouring out her heart to her only granddaughter, Ava.
Raymond Perales
Father of the Bride
Raymond is Annette's father. He graduated from the University of Houston with an Accounting degree. He is a United States Marine. He retired from the San Antonio International Airport and now occupies most of his time investing in real estate and enjoying his grandchildren. Annette and her dad like to play basketball together, play black jack, sing Marine chants when they run, and sit on the front porch catching up in conversations. Annette has always looked up to her father and is so happy he will be able to walk her down the aisle.
Mary Perales
Stepmother of the Bride
Mary is Annette's stepmother. She graduated from Trinity University and now teaches at Maverick Elementary school. Annette first met Mary when she was 8 years old at Peter Piper Pizza with her three children. Annette always remembers Mary's house growing up because it was so welcoming, warm, and inviting. Mary has a kind, generous heart and wings of an angel. These days you will find Mary smiling, laughing, and enjoying the arms of her grandchildren.
Dr. Joe Jimenez
Father of the Groom
My father, Dr. Joe Jimenez, is a standard of excellence and a role model to strive to be. Growing up in Alice, Texas, he attended college in Texas A&I- Kingsville where he earned a degree in Chemistry. Afterwards he followed his education to the University of Houston where he earned a degree in Pharmacology and became a Pharmacist. After all this, he decided to continue his education and pursue a degree in medicine and attended the University of California San Francisco ultimately becoming an anesthesiologist. Besides his passion for medicine, he has lived a life of adventure bicycling across Texas, Colorado and California. He has climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro and experienced some of the worlds most beautiful places in his travels, while always being a great father and husband.
Gloria Jimenez
Mother of the Groom
Gloria, was a saint. She is a graduate of Texas A&I - Kingsville where she earned a degree in Psychology. After meeting my father, the two moved to San Francisco and began a life together. She was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis way too early in our lives and showed us what it truly means to succeed at all costs. Bed ridden, she was still able to manage a house, raise a house full of boys and loved every minute of it. In 2004, she passed away from cancer and heaven gained an angel. We are blessed to always have her watch over us.
Leo Rios
Groomsman
Leo the legend and Andy have been the closest of friends since before freshman year of high school. He properly inducted him into high school and the two have been inseparable since. Leo is a real estate agent in Corpus Christi ready to sell you the home of your dreams as well as an avid hunter that had led people to believe he can track signs like an old native Indian hunter. He truly is the life of the party and lives up to his nickname Leo the legend.
Ava Perales
Flower Girl
Ava is Annette's niece and Goddaughter. Ava will be two years old on May 21, 2018. Ava loves to read. Her favorite book right now is Yucky Yummy and That's not my Panda. She loves puppies especially Annette's puppy, Buddy. Ava is smart, funny, and as independent as a two year old can be. Ava and Annette love to play together, dance together, and laugh together. Annette and Andy are so happy Ava will be a flower girl at their wedding.
Adam Pastrano
Ring Bearer
Adam is Annette's nephew. Adam is five years old and in Pre-K. Adam is great at sports! He is an all star basketball player. Adam loves Star Wars, going to Fiesta Texas, and playing at Top Golf, just to name a few. Adam wants to be in the Aggie Band when he grows up and will practice at any chance he can. His favorite song is the Texas A&M fight song which Aunt Annette and Adam listened to on repeat when they were traveling to have a picnic at the Fort Sam Quadrangle. These days you will find this sweet, loving boy, Adam, getting along well with his three siblings and being as active as can be. Annette and Andy are so happy Adam will be a ring bear in their wedding.
Hildie Villagomez
Flower Girl
Hildie is Annette's niece. Hildie is the oldest of Annette's eleven nieces and nephews. Hildie is nine years old and in 3rd grade. Hildie wants to be a NBA player and follow her father's footsteps as an engineer when she grows up. Hildie is sharp and does very well in school. Hildie is so much fun to be around. Annette and Hildie love going to theme parks together like Sea World and Fiesta Texas. Hildie rode her first adult roller coaster with Aunt Annette and they had a blast! These days you will find Hildie getting along and playing well with her three sisters. Annette and Andy are so happy Hildie will be a flower girl in their wedding.
Joaquin Seay
Ring Bearer
Joaquin is Annette's nephew. He is six years old and in Kindergarten. He likes running, soccer, swimming, and building things. He likes Legos, Monster trucks, and Minecraft. He is an energetic young boy who will take your breath away if you try to race him. Joaquin's favorite exhibit at the Witte Museum is the dinosaurs exhibit especially the T-rex. Andy and Annette are so happy Joaquin will be a ring bearer in their wedding.
Kennedy Villagomez
Flower Girl
Kennedy is Annette's niece. She is eight years old and in 2nd grade with the best teacher ever, Mrs. Morrow. Kennedy loves animals and wants to be a veterinarian when she grows up. Kennedy is selfless, considerate, kind, silly, adventurous, and fun to be around. Aunt Annette, Uncle Andy, and Kennedy went to iFLY for the first time this year followed by Top Golf and had an absolute blast! These days you will find Kennedy playing basketball, volleyball, and enjoying time with her sisters. Annette and Andy are so happy Kennedy will be a flower girl in their wedding.
Santi Pastrano
Ring Bearer
Santi is Annette's nephew. Santi is 3 years old and in Pre-K3. Santi loves Cars and monster trucks. He even sleeps with them! He knows all of his monster trucks by name and he'll pretentd they are doing flips. He loves airplanes, school, and his family most of all. Annette and Andy are happy Santi will be a ring bearer in their wedding.
Lila Villagomez
Flower Girl
Lila is Annette's niece. She is five years old and in Pre-K. Lila is a bundle of joy. She has so much character and will lighten up the room when she walks in. Lila loves having girls day with Aunt Annette. Annette and Lila enjoy watching movies together like Moana, going swimming together while pretending they are mermaids, painting their nails, playing dress up, baking cookies, and much more. These days you will find Lila playing and getting along with her three sisters. Annette and Andy are so happy that Lila will be a flower girl in their wedding.
Benny Pastrano
Ring Bearer
Benny is Annette's nephew. Benny is 19 months old. He loves playing with his brothers. When they are at school he'll walk around the house calling for Bubba and Adam. He also loves to play sports. He will watch Adam play and he'll grab the ball to start imitating him. He is a super go with the flow and just a sweet baby!
Aurora Villagomez
Flower Girl
Aurora "Rory" is Annette's niece. She is 19 months old. She is the youngest in her family and looks up to her three older sisters. She's a chatter box. She loves to sing & dance. Her two favorite songs are Marry You by Bruno Mars and Me Too by Megan Trainor. She loves taking baths! Annette and Andy are so happy Rory will be a flower girl in their wedding.
Ethan Jimenez
Liturgy Reader
The oldest of Andy's nephews, Ethan currently attends Saint Rita catholic school in Dallas, Texas. He is an all around athlete that loves basketball, baseball, football, and hopefully one day golf :), as well as a stand out student with honor roll grades to show.
Sofia Seay
Flower Girl
Sofia is Annette's niece. She is eight years old and in 2nd grade. She is smart, spunky, kind, and loving. She loves music. Loves to dance, sing, and have fun. She enjoys watching movies and going to hibachi grills with Andy and Annette. She loves make up and will be the first to volunteer to put on Aunt Annette's make up. Andy and Annette are so happy Sofia will be a flower girl in their wedding.
Alex Jimenez
Liturgy Reader
Andy's youngest nephew and also a student at Saint Rita Catholic School in Dallas, Texas. Like his older brother, he is an all around kid with exemplary grades and tremendous athleticism. He will school you on your fantasy football league if you need it and will beat you in a game of horse if you challenge him (DON'T CHALLENGE HIM!!).
Olivia Pastrano
Flower Girl
Olivia "Livi" is Annette's niece. She is six years old and in Kindergarten. She loves chocolate shakes from the Tower of Americas and spending time with Annette and Andy. She is very creative, loves to paint, draw, and make arts and crafts. She is also very good in gymnastics as she can do the splits in two seconds. These days you will find Livi having a ball with her younger brothers or hanging out at Abuelito and Abuelta's home. Andy and Annette are so happy Olivia will be a flower girl in their wedding.
Austin Tower
Usher
One of Andy's closest friends who they would both describe as brothers from other mothers. The two have been friends since freshman year of high school and are still the closest of friends. Austin is a firefighter for the city of Annaville and is prepared to save everyone.
Josh Beach
Usher
Josh has been a lifelong friend of Andys. The two grew up in the same neighborhood across the park and have remained close friends. Josh is a graduate of Texas A&M - Corpus Christi, an entrepreneur, and outdoor enthusiast. In the fall and winter you can find him on a ranch, in the spring and summer, you can find him fishing. This weekend, we are happy to find him at our wedding.
JR & Mel Rodriguez
Sponsors of the Bible
JR is Andy's cousin and was Andy's best friend growing up. The two were inseparable and did everything together. He is a graduate of St. Mary's and now an entrepreneur owning a State Farm agency, and a medical scribing business. More importantly he is a husband to his beautiful wife Meliza (Mel) Matos Rodriguez, a father to his adorable kids Jay and Ari. His wife Mel is a graduate of Southwestern University, where she ran track. She is a successful accountant, and has a humor that fits perfectly with our families. She also cooks the greatest roast in Texas and doesn't cook it for Andy and Annette enough. :)
Andrew & Martha Carrizales
Padrinos de Arras - Sponsors
Andrew and Martha Carrizales are Annette's uncle and aunt also known to her as Tio Andy and Tia Martha. They are also Annette's Godparents which means Padrinos in Spanish. From 2012-2015, Annette lived in Houston and loved "Family Sundays". Almost every Sunday, she could count on the assembly line routine to help Tia make the most delicious homemade enchiladas ever! Tia Martha is very creative and loves arts and crafts especially quilting, putting together decorations, and making Annette's bachelorette party veil. Tio Andy love sports especially football, the Houston Texans, and the Baylor Bears.
Father Chris
Officiant
Father Chris Munoz is the pastor at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church and officiant to the wedding ceremony.