Jenny & Kris
Wedding Party
Amy Miele
Maid of Honor
Amy is Jenny's sister in law and Best Friend. The girls met in 2011 when Amy was Jeff's date to a family wedding. They had an immediate connection as soon as they met and Jenny was so happy because Amy was the sister that she had always wanted! Jenny's favorite memory of Amy was when Amy chaperoned her high school project graduation. Amy and Jenny have formed and incredible bond over the past ten years and Jenny couldn't imagine anyone else standing next to her as she says, "I do"
Alex Ajello
Best Man
Alex and Kris met over a decade ago through a mutual friend. After a few hangouts, they realized that they had a true friendship of their own forming. As years went on, Kris and Alex became the best of friends, doing literally everything together. In a way, since Alex doesn’t have any brothers, he considers Kris the brother that he never had. Once a bit older, Alex and Kris began to take up surfing as a way to hang out more. Their love of surfing took off from there and the two have traveled all over the country, making memories on different surf trips, because that’s what life is all about; sharing good experiences with good people.
Heather Basmagy
Bridesmaid
Heather and Jen met the first time Jenny ever visited the Basmagy household in February 2016. Heather was only 17! Over the years the girls have gotten closer and made some amazing memories together. Jenny's favorite memory with Heather was going to see Hamilton together, when Heather won the lottery! Heather was also so supportive of Jenny when shopping for wedding dresses and Jenny was so happy to share that special experience with her new little sister.
Faith Caporusso
Bridesmaid
Faith is one of Jen’s best friends and they initially met when Faith joined Jen’s sorority junior year of college (7 years ago!). Funny enough, Jen also got Faith a job at the restaurant she worked at during college making work so much more fun. Some of their best memories include trips to the Hamptons and Bahamas, lots of sleepovers, late nights in NYC with Kris (specifically the time they drunkenly ended up at Hooters),and spending time with Lucy and Leo.
Indigo Johns
Bridesmaid
Indigo is Jen’s sorority sister and one of her best friends. Although they weren’t initially that close, a mutual friend brought them together and jump started their now 8 year friendship. Favorite memories include sleepovers at Hotel Miele, late night drives around Montclair, trips to the Hamptons and hanging out with baby Olivia.
Megan Loriot
Bridesmaid
Megan and Jen met as new members in their sorority Sigma Sigma Sigma. Their first time hanging out they almost crashed Jen’s car running over a full gallon of milk and have been friends ever since. Some of their best memories in include, trips to Scarlet Fever, the Bahamas, The Hamptons and Orange Theory dates.
Alex Mezzina
Bridesmaid
Alex and Jen met in 2014 at Montclair when they became sorority sisters. It didn’t seem like they were going to be friends at first, but they turned out to be the best of friends. Alex will never forget all of the memories they have made throughout college and continue to make today. Although some of Alex’s favorite memories cannot be shared, some PG memories include their late night drives, being on executive board together, the Hamptons, Bahamas and sleepovers at Jen’s house. Alex is so happy to stand by Jen’s side on her big day!
Gabriella Miele
Bridesmaid
Gabriella and Jen met their freshman/sophomore year of college when introduced by Alex! Over the past 8 years they have grown incredibly close! Fun fact, the two of them even share the same last name. Some of our best memories include working together at Bonefish, vacationing in the Bahamas & Hamptons, living together in college and their favorite, Jen getting into a little fender bender & telling a police officer the passenger in her car’s name was Gerb… Gabriella can’t wait to be there standing by her side on her big day! Cheers to all the memories to come!
Adrienne Nolan
Bridesmaid
Adrienne is Jenny’s best friend, sorority Violet and also the tall girl you’ll see in her pictures on social media. They met when Adrienne joined Tri Sigma in 2015 and quickly became inseparable. From getting into car accidents, getting kicked out of clubs, fainting at concerts and screaming ‘21 as f***’ through the streets of Newark-there is never a dull moment when Adrienne and Jen are together. We are also not sure who let this dynamic duo chaperone a high school field trip to Washington DC but safe to say that Jen still cannot cut 5 dozen bagels with her right hand ;) Adrienne cannot wait to stand by her best friend on her special day.
Matt Petrucelli
Bridesman
Matthew is Jenny’s best friend since forever (literally forever…since Jenny has been in Matt’s life since she was born!) Matt’s earliest memory of Jenny is her professing her undying love for him in her journal (sorry Kris). They have traveled together near and far, and shared many amazing and fun memories throughout the years! Jenny is the younger sister Matt always wanted, and he is so excited to be by her side on her wedding day! Matt knows that Jenny has been waiting for the day she says “I do” for forever. She couldn’t have found a better choice than Kris, even if she ordered him special from DoorDash ;)!
Shawn Killeen
Groomsman
Shawn first met Jenn and her better half Kris at a bagel cutting party in South Jersey. Since then I’ve gotten to know Kris, Jenn and their two fur babies. Kris has great patience as we all know, babysitting Jenn is really a two person job. Kris is very down to earth, laid back and easy going bro that I certainly consider a close friend. I knew Kris and I were gonna hit it off when we immediately started talking about our parlays and golf when Adrienne and I first visited there apartment in Aberdeen. Second time we visited we were invited axe throwing, I was nervous I said something wrong to Jenn the first time we visited. I wish you both the best of luck, I certainly see why you two are a perfect match! We look forward to celebrating you two!
Jeff Miele
Groomsman
Jeff is Jenny’s handsome older brother and is completely honored to be a groomsman at her wedding. Over the years, he’s watched Jenny and Kris grow individually and as a couple. His favorite memories of Kris are talking about DoorDash (former Dasher!), dinners with the Miele and Basmagy families, and gaining a brother. Jeff’s favorite memories of Jenny are bossing her around, making her get beer and pizza for him and his friends, and watching her fall in love with a halfway decent dude. Before Jenny was born, Jeff used to pray for a baby sister… now he’s just praying for Kris.
Tim Rhatigan
Groomsman
I’m sure that when Tim and Kris showed up to Colts select tryouts 16 years ago, neither thought this would be the outcome. From the fields at bodman park, to trips to Myrtle beach and team USA baseball, these two have been through it all. Now older, they’ve turned there attention from the baseball diamond to the golf links, and while both are no where near what they were in baseball.. you can still find them out there every weekend lugging their bags for 18 grueling holes. Tim is excited and honored to be standing along side his teammate, golf partner, and brother at the alter
Rob Valenti
Groomsman
Kris and Rob were both beginning a new chapter in their lives moving to Keyport with their significant others. Little did they know their new neighbor would become a great friend. They both share a passion for golf, baseball, and fandom of the goddamn Jets. These shared interests ignited their friendship leading to golf trips to wherever they could get a tee time, Sunday morning tailgates to witness the great Mike White game and backyard bbqs paired with a couple cigars. Rob is honored to get to stand besides Kris while he and Jen tie the knot!
Mike Weil
Groomsman
Kris and Mike met the first Thirsty Thursday freshman year at Montclair State University. From that point forward the shenanigans ensued. From Montclair Municipal Court to being on the pelican police report the memories were made. Kris introduced Mike to the golf world and during the summer time the two can be found hitting seeds at Knob Hill golf course. Mike is very happy for Kris and Jenn and wish them the best of luck and a very happy and healthy future together.
Nic Zarro
Groomsman
Upon first meeting Kris at Montclair State University, Nic would have never suspected that they would have ended up as college roommates and more importantly, life long friends. BUT after Nic was able to see past Kris's extremely intimidating appearance and stature that was much larger than his own, Nic thought.. "Wow if I become friends with him, Kris will make the perfect bodyguard for when I get myself into trouble"...All jokes aside, there are just too many stories to tell, Nic couldn't have asked for a better roommate and friend than Kris and I am extremely excited for him to marry his perfect match, Jen. At this time I would like to say that I'm honored to be a part of this splendid occasion and also I'd like to take 1000% credit for this wedding.Thank god I lost my phone that night!
Ari Miele
Ring Bearer
Ari can’t wait to be the ring bearer for his Aunt Jenny and soon-to-be Uncle Kris. He’s been there for many major milestones so far: the day they got engaged, picking out bridesmaids dresses, and even going to Kleinfeld’s to help Aunt Jenny pick out her wedding dress. He can’t wait to walk down the aisle on their big day! He’s been learning to walk for the occasion.
Dan Fields
Officiant
Dan & Jen became coworkers at Monroe Township Middle School in the fall of 2019. Hanging out together in the trailers or in the chaos of the cafeteria, a friendship instantly formed. Jen's favorite memory with Dan was taking walks with Lucy on the Henry Hudson trail or having drinks at McDonough's Pub in Keyport. Kris & Jen are excited to have Dan, who is studying theology, officiate their wedding!
Becky Phillips
Ceremony Speaker
Jenny and Becky met at a wee young age when Becky threatened to choke Jenny with her chains at school. (Becky was obviously joking, but Jenny didn’t think that at all). Jenny and Becky reconnected through their mutual best friend Matt, where Jenny’s fear of Becky diminished over a decent amount of time. Throughout the years of their friendship, Becky and Jenny have had many amazing memories, including backpacking around Europe, where they offended people at the Vatican, ate so much cheese they turned into pillows, and seeing ghosts in Rome. This is a best friendship that will last forever.