Wedding Party
Danielle Buttler
Matron of Honor
Danielle has been friends with Mateo long before I came into the picture, but once I did, Danielle and I grew close over the last few years to the point where I knew I could trust her to be my matron of honor. She is thoughtful, hard working, compassionate, creative, loyal, and one of my most cherished friends. I adore her with all my heart and I am honored she’s taking on a role that adds so much to her already busy schedule. She must really love me!!!! I love you Dani
Sean Buttler
Best Man
I met Sean when he was in seventh grade while I was working at a summer camp. At the time I thought he was a grown man. Ever since then he has been one of my best friends, confidants, truth speakers, ministry partners, and ultimately my brother. Sean is not the first person to take up space (metaphorically) in a room of people. He is often quiet, observing until acknowledged. If you have spent any time with me you know I’m not like that, and he has helped balance me out since we became friends. We’ve seen each other grow up and there isn’t anyone else who I would want to have this job than him. If you get the chance ask him why nothing good happens at Circle K.
Greta Swanson
Bridesmaid
Greta and I met during the summer of 2020, and I have never met such an eloquent or gentle person in my life. She has taught me how to say ‘no’ honestly and respectfully, she has been my every monday matcha and walk partner, roommate, and now one of my best friends. I adore her and look up to her. I love you GRetaaaaaaaa
James Johnston
Groomsman
Some people come into your life while working a job and for a season you become thicker than thieves with them; luckily for me that wasn’t a season but a bond that has lasted well into our adult lives. James is the kind of man who will give you the shirt off his back, buy you lunch, and sit and talk with you at two o’clock in the morning because you just got your heart broken. It’s safe to say growing up has been a fun ride and I’m grateful to have had him along with me.
Zachary Kerutis
Groomsman
It’s always fun to hear others talk about lifelong friends. Having moved a bit as a kid I never had friends that I was close to that had known me since I was in kindergarten. Zach and I met in 7th grade and it’s safe to say he is one of my Oldest friends. Time and how it affects relationships is a crazy thing but I am grateful that the guy I met in seventh grade is still one of my best friends over fifteen years later. Zach has a heart of gold. Always has and I believe he always will. Ask me about the picture of us playing guitar at a winter camp when we were Juniors.
Malik Hampton
Groomsman
When Malik was a freshman in college he went to play a kickball game (might have been softball) one night at ASU and he ended up breaking his leg. For that whole semester I became somewhat of his chauffeur and we spent our days hanging out, pretending to do school, and going for drives. Those moments grew us so much closer than I could have ever imagined when we first met. He has been a constant in my life to bounce thoughts off of and to walk through the hard things life has thrown our way. I’m grateful that he is a pusher because there are a lot of things I would have missed out on without his prompting. Ask him about how we once drove for six hours in silence because I’m stubborn.
Joshua Swift
Groomsman
About three years ago Josh called me up and asked if there was any way I could fly out to Washington to help him and his Fiancé elope. Without much more detail than that I was on a plane unknowingly about to do one of the gnarliest hikes I had ever done. The entire time Josh just kept on repeating, “eh you’ll be fine” despite me thinking I was going to fall down the side at any moment. I did actually end up being fine and to this day it is a special moment I got to share with them. Josh has a lust for life and adventure that I have luckily been wrapped up in since we were in High School. He’s one of the most selfless people I know and also one of the easiest to laugh with. Fun fact my love for Sprouts’ sandwiches came from him.
Jake Vega
Groomsman
I’ve been lucky to have been involved in youth ministry since I was sixteen years old, and if anyone ever needs proof that the Lord can even use a scruffy headed nerf header like me my friendship with Jake is living proof. Jake was in 7th grade when we really started hanging out and at some point he and his friends were constantly by my side. The sweet part of that friendship is that it lasted far beyond being his leader. Time has seen us both grow up and ultimately he has become one of my best friends. If anyone would like to see Jake when he was in Jr high I have been holding onto pictures he took when he stole my phone.
Eduardo Velasco
Groomsman
Eddie is the real deal. Eddie is the type of friend that will do everything in his power to show you hospitality and service. From day one that was very apparent to me. In all honesty when Eddie and I met we could not have come from more different worlds but time and time again his friendship has shown me that he and I are cut from the same cloth. Ask him about my trip up to visit him when I lost my tire on the Bay Bridge and had to get a tow from “Big D” in Berkeley.
Jacob Champlin
Groomsman
Jacob Champlin was one of the first people who ever brought up the idea of Bianca and I. I have a lot to say about his character and what his friendship has meant to me but I will sum it up to this; Jacob is someone who doesn’t do things half assed. I believe the moment he decided we were going to be friends he dove all in. He has supported B and I in our ups and downs and has fought for our friendship in ways most people would just allow to burn out. Ask him to show you the video of us at Glacier Point in Yosemite.
Matthew Dickson
Groomsman
Sometimes you get to build friendships that surprise you because of how different you two are. Other times you meet someone who is cut from the same cloth as you that can become a trusted confidant; that has been Matt Dickson for me. It has been a blessing to have someone in a similar stage of life as me who also tends to think like me. The mutual understanding while simultaneously being able and willing to call me out when I need a new perspective has been a God send. His heart towards B and I has been nothing more than a love only a brother could give. He also is one of my most trusted dance floor companions. You should ask him about the morning dip we took on his Bachelor party.
Joel Batule
Groomsman
When I met Joel I was convinced I had made a mistake by joining a small group that he lead. It wasn’t his fault, at the time I had some bad commitment issues and really didn’t want to jump into something I’d jump out of eventually. Lucky for me Joel made it a point to get to know me, and not just the basics, I’m talking like we are on the phone for three hours telling a practically complete stranger our deepest hardships, shortcomings, and heartbreaks. Three years later I can say I know the Lord had a hand in us meeting. Joel is one of the kindest men you will ever meet. His generosity really knows no bounds and I owe a lot of healing to him and his constant support. Ask me to see the video from thanksgiving.
Curtis McMaster
Groomsman
Curtis is someone who at first I didn’t have much interest in getting to know. He is not a pirate. Curtis is honestly much better than a pirate. He is the kind of man who loves the Lord deeply. I don’t know if you have ever met someone who just seems a little more connected to the spirit than you but that is Curtis for me. He is the first person to pray for you and hear you out when something seems off. Over the past few years the Lord has humbled me because I have gained one of my best friends purely based on the character of that person. I’m grateful that we have gotten to do much more life than just that as well. Ask Curtis why he won’t be my therapist.
Sarah Sherwin
Bridesmaid
There was a time I invited Sarah over to swim at my house, and it was the first time in a long time I felt like a kid. Sarah brings out the kid and goofiness in me and we match each other's playfulness, she has always been sweet and compassionate and a friend who I see overcoming the test of trial and time. I adore her and the person I am when she's around, and like everyone else in the wedding party, has Mateo and my back.
Amber Brown
Bridesmaid
Amber was one of slowest friendship's to form. Timid to make introductions, we both falsely assumed we didn't like the other. Since then, we've led a youth group together for about two years, have had dinners and walks together, and for the last year has been one of my favorite Disneyland buddies. Amber has always been a source of wisdom and inspiration, her determination to grow in her faith and to challenge her mind and body has been more influential than she knows. I love Amber because she is honest, thoughtful, good company, and a light that I always look forward to being around.
Kylia Thurman
Bridesmaid
In 2010, Kylia and I started middle school as strangers. She befriended my sister as an 8th grader, and we later became friends as freshmen in PE class. Writing this gives me a lump in my throat, thinking of my oldest friend, meeting her when we were touring our classrooms and she had a cast on her leg, just kids who were scared of being unliked. 13 years later, she's still by my side and so presently so, kicking butt at work, travelling all over America, and being a bridesmaid like we've always talked about. She's the only friend I can say I grew up with. I'm so honored and grateful for her love and support over the years, and when she told me she finally liked someone I was dating, it was a big hint that he would be the one. She's my sister in bond and I wish I could smile at her while I marry the love of my life. I did it, Kylizzle. Couldn't have done it without you.
Lesley Valenzuela
Bridesmaid
If you've ever made a joke around Lesley, you've heard the purest giggle in the world. Lesley has the most compassionate eyes and voice, she's quick to pray and slow to speak, she has nothing ill to say of anyone, and has been a consistent friend. I look up to her and her relationship with the Lord, and she is my new film buddy. I am so excited to walk into this next chapter of life, getting married the same year, establishing ourselves as wives, and celebrating our birthdays together. I love her soooo much and can't wait to get married with her standing up there with me!