Officiant
Dom was born and that was that.
Bride's Escort
Bri & I came from the same oven if ya know what I mean.
Maid of Honor
I met Bri back in 7th Grade at Shore Junior High when she was the new girl from Fulton, New York. I'll never forget her black converse and green lacrosse hoodie, lol. Although we didn't become besties right away, once we did we were inseparable. From sleepovers on school nights, to egg sandwiches for breakfast on the weekends, to then being college roomies for 4 years, Bri and I have been through so many milestones together! Including her meeting her future hubby Dom; I could not have asked for a better 6th roommate than Dom ;) If you know Bri, you know she is the most driven, strong, organized (you could say borderline OCD), caring person and I am so lucky to call her my best friend. I can't wait to celebrate their special day!
Best Man
It’s natural for a little brother to look up to his older siblings, being Doms youngest brother I can personally confirm that it’s true. We used to competitively swim together. I can remember a specific meet where I was at the same starting block as him, and I was in the following race. I can remember thinking, “man, I get to swim in the same lane as him RIGHT after his race. This is pretty awesome”. That was almost 15 years ago, and I still think of him the same way. Getting to watch him become a phenomenal cop, be(one of) the worlds greatest brothers, and now very soon become a tremendous husband. I’m still proud as ever to be his little brother looking up to him. Love you Big Dom.
Bridesmaid
Hi, I’m Sam. I’ve known Bri since the second I felt her kicking in mom's belly. She’ll always be my little BB. I’m so proud of the person she has become and the life she is building with her future husband.
Groomsman
Dom and I met the first day of kindergarten waiting to go inside the school. He said “hello, my name is Dom” and I immediately threw up because I was so nervous. The rest is history.
Bridesmaid
Bri and I met on my very first birthday and I’ve been annoying her ever since.
Groomsman
I don't know the exact moment Dom and I became great friends, but I do know we became very close through a questionable "Boys chat." We bonded over the finer things in life, such as alcoholic beverages (10% and up stouts and triple New England IPAs), Noble Beast chicken wings, fantasy franchises, video games, and golf. Dom is always the first person to join me in trying new things. Whether we attend experimental indie electronic concerts at Beachland Ballroom or see Tim and Eric live, I can always count on him to say, "Sure, why not?" I am beyond excited for Bri and Dom to get married so Benjen and Penny Lane and can finally have a stable home to live in.
Bridesmaid
I had met Bri what seems like a million years ago in 7th grade choir. Not to brag, but I’m pretty sure I was her first friend she made after moving to Ohio from New York ;) We bonded over our love for Marcos cheesy bread, rainbow sherbet, and watching scary movies in my bathroom. I’m so grateful we were able to grow up together and now I’m lucky enough to watch her marry the love of her life!
Groomsman
Dom and I have been friends since we were kids. We grew up in the same neighborhood and spent most of our lives together on a baseball field. I will always remember all the endless Friday nights our fathers would make us endure as kids watching them bowl and sharing all the second hand cigar smoke while we stared at the endless naked women on playing cards. Those bowling nights shaped us into the men we are today. Terrible at golf and arguing soccer over glasses of scotch till we have too many and proceed to sing “Rags to Riches” all night. Dom and Bri I am honored to be apart of your big day and can’t wait to celebrate it.
Bridesmaid
Way back when in 2008 in 10th grade of high school I met Bri, Breezy, Bri squared or Bri #1 or #2 (we like to argue about who’s #1 ;)) and we basically fell in love after that. I met Dom visiting Bri in the Kent days at his house for a party, and let’s just say he was wearing a Star Wars shirt (lol). It’s all history after that.
Groomsman
Dom and I grew up in the same place but didn’t get close until later in life. Fortunately, our mutual best friend Joey tied us together at the hip and our loves of whiskey, literature, and the city of Cleveland have solidified our friendship. When it comes to Bri, simply put, she makes dom a better man. They are awesome dog parents and amazing friends. I am so happy that they are part of my life.
Bridesmaid
I met Bri in grad school at JCU. It took her a while to warm up, but once we discovered we share the same love of good food, wine, and all things school psych, we became besties. She once volunteered to drop her weekend plans and travel to Nashville with me (and drove most of the way while I was v pregnant) with just a couple days notice. Her love runs deep for the ones closest to her. She’s so special. ♥️
Groomsman
My initial meeting was through the constant bullying at the hands of Dom and fellow groomsmen Bryan Miller and Luciano DeSensi during our time as students at St. Mary Magdalene, which was ultimately the start of a lifelong friendship. From there, Dom and I attended Lake Catholic and then Kent State together where we played too much FIFA and drank too much Jack Daniels (Green Label). During this time, I also met Bri and thought she was incredibly driven, organized, and sweet (still is). An all-around total win for Dom.
Bridesmaid
Ever since I saw those wedged Nike’s I knew we were going to be best friends for life. For real though I wish I could have gotten to know Bri sooner than I did. She is such a good friend and it is always a good time hanging out with her. From eating Half Baked Harvest recipes, digging through binz, and drinking copious amounts of wine we always have a good time. I am so excited to see Bri and Dom married. They are the best parents to Ben and Pen and I am so lucky to stand by her at her wedding. I wish them the best and cannot wait to see what her future holds. Hopefully that includes more trips to the beach.
Groomsman
I became friends with Domenic when we were both 5 years old. The first time we hung out we played the “throw stuff at each other until someone gets hurt” game with my brother. Dom and I won! Good times.
Bridesmaid
Bri and I went to high school together and our lockers were even next to each others but funny enough we did not like each other.. not even a little bit (fights over a stupid boy). It wasn’t until after we graduated college and became actual adults (still questionable) that we became friends. Lesson learned… sisters before misters❤️
Groomsman
Domenic met my older brother Michael in kindergarten. Looking back on it, in those days I was most likely generally regarded as the younger brother that was pestering them to let me play along with them. If I was lucky enough to call Domenic my friend back then, I can say to date he is my longest running friend, starting much earlier than I can remember. He was a groomsman in my wedding and I’m proud to be one in his.
Bridesmaid
Dom is my husband's brother! Since the Ragazzos have all boys and I'm an only child I was thrilled when Bri joined the family and I finally got to claim a sister-in-law. Over the years we have shared many glasses of wine, fun moments, awkward moments--even covid. They're stuck with me now!
Groomsman
Dom and I met one night at a Texas Road House. He ordered a “Tickled Pink Cocktail”, which was the same drink I ordered. Needless to say, we bonded and now we are here. Just kidding. We are cousins.
Bridesmaid
Bri and I met at work when we were 16 years old. Then, we both got jobs together at Laurentia Winery while we finished college. It was also through Bri and Dom’s relationship that I was introduced to my husband, who is friends with Dom. Bri and I have always had the type of friendship, where no matter how much time has passed without seeing each other, we always pick up right where we left off. Bri is the most honest, loyal, and supportive friend that I’ve ever had.
Groomsman
Dom & I became close friends through our childhood from both attending St. Mary Magdalene to playing sports together for the city of Willowick. Every summer our friends would get together to ride bikes around the city, play pickup games at the local parks, swim at the city pools and enjoy the summer nights with bonfires at each other's homes. Both growing up in Italian families, we’ve been able to keep a close relationship throughout the years because of our similar experiences with our Italian heritage and traditions.
Flower Girl
Daniela is Bri’s oldest niece. She met her auntie Bri when she was a baby. Her favorite memory of auntie Bri is when she visited her in Ohio and they went to the splash park. Her favorite thing about her auntie is she’s nice and kind.
Groomsman
Dom and I met back in high school through a mutual friend. We also both went to Kent State, where we lived together for a year and that’s where I also met Bri.
Flower Girl
Giana is Bri’s youngest niece! She met her auntie Bri by hugging her. She loves when her auntie cooks for her. Her favorite thing about auntie Bri is when they do art things and make homemade pizza.
Ring Bearer
Lenny is Bri’s nephew. He met her when he was a baby. His favorite memory of auntie Bri is when he visited Ohio and they went to CP’s Cooler for ice cream. His favorite thing about her is that she spends time with him. His favorite memory of uncle Dom is showing him Tae Kwon Do moves. His favorite thing about uncle Dom is that he’s a police officer.