Lori & Bobby
Wedding Party
Erin Meccia
Matron of Honor
Erin is not only my cousin she is also my best friend. We have been super close our whole lives. Erin lives in NJ but that never stopped us from hanging out. We always make time for each other. After the fall of Lehman when I was out of a job, Erin was the person I went to, to figure things out. After hanging for a couple weeks straight we decided to travel the world together. We literally went around the world to experience how people in 3rd world countries live and see how we could help. It was and still is the trip of a lifetime! She is honestly the only person I could do that trip with. Erin lights up the room, she is outgoing, smart, talented, and one of the nicest people you will meet. I’m so happy to have my ride or die as my matron of honor.
Jeremy Bowden aka Jebs
Best Man
Jeremy is my cousin.
Kristi Badolato
Matron of Honor
Kristi and I met in 4th grade. Bobby lived on the same block as Kristi so I guess you can say she introduced us. Kristi is my best friend that I can call at any hour of the night (and I have) and she will be there no questions asked. She even had her husband rescue me one time when I ran out of gas. 🤦🏼♀️ Kristi has been waiting forever for me to get married and when I got engaged I couldn’t wait to tell her. I knew she would be so excited especially since she has known Bobby longer then I have. Kristi has shown me the true meaning of friendship and we shared memories that I will never forget. Through the years, things have changed, but the one thing that has always stayed the same is the people beside me. I’m so excited to have Kristi by my side as my matron of honor on my special day.
Chad Smith
Groom
Chad is my brother
Paulina Madelyn Montalvo
Bridesmaid
Madelyn and I met at 16 while lifguarding and we have been best friends ever since. When my father passed at 18 Maddy was the one dancing around my kitchen putting a smile on my face and stuck by my side to make sure I was ok. Her father then became my “adoptive dad”. From then on he would introduce me to anyone as his daughter. She truly is my sister from another mister. She coached me through some of the toughest times and best times of my life and I couldn’t imagine this day without her by my side.
Artie Smith
Groomsman
Artie aka (chip) is my brother.
Kyla Adams
Bridesmaid
Kyla is my cousin, she has known me my whole life. 😀. Some of our best memories are traveling to Maine and the Bahamas numerous times. Kyla and I are competitive by nature. We love to play games, and compete, we even signed up for the New York Road runners club one year and of course Kyla beat me in every race but she always pushed me to be better. Kyla has such a big heart and is a strong independent woman whom I always looked up to. I’m so excited she is going to be a part of my special day!
Gregory Smith
Groomsman
Gregory is my brother.
Amy Duryea
Bridesmaid
Amy and I met when we were 16 while lifeguarding, and boy have we got into some trouble together. I knew it would be a wild crazy night when Amy was out. Amy is always the life of the party and always makes me laugh so hard I’m crying. Amy is also the friend that will give you the shirt off her back if you needed it. She is one of the most selfless caring people I know. I’m so lucky to have her part of my wedding.
Valentino Marconi
Groomsman
Valentino is my brother. Fun fact- Our parents had two kids, a boy and a girl and named both of us after themselves . Valentino and Lorinda. 😜 Val and I are 5 years apart. Val has a good sense of humor and is always making everyone laugh so he will definitely be a fun edition to the wedding party.
Tara Wellman
Bridesmaid
Tara and I met when I was 17 while lifeguarding and we became instant friends. We worked at a couple different jobs together after that. I don’t know where I would be without her. I moved into Tara’s house for a couple months while in college. We laugh about how her father would wake me up for school. Tara gave me her grandmothers old car so I could get around. She got me a job at the company she was working for. She held me up when I needed it the most. We have had so many fun, crazy, amazing memories. She has a heart of gold and one of the best friends I could ask for. She lives in Maine now so I’m super excited to reunite and party with her.
Peter Holfelder
Groomsman
Pete is my cousin, it always a good time when he’s around. Lori is also friends with pete. They met when Lori was 18, they used to lifeguard together. I’m so honored to have pete part of my special day.
Richie Sougstad
Officiant
Richie is one of my best friends. He’s been there for many ups and downs. Richie is the friend I know I can always count on. If I need anything Richie is the first one there no questions ask. He’s one of the most kindest genuine people I know and I’m so lucky to have him as my friend. I couldn’t think of anyone else I would want to marry Lori and myself.