Heather & Christopher
Wedding Party
Melissa Cotton
Matron of Honor
Melissa and Heather have been best friends since 2010 when Heather joined the Long Reach High School team. Together they have worked side by side, participated in way too many spirit days and coached softball together for 12 years. Favorite memories include softball games, the spirit day where we both wore those obnoxious Christmas overalls and quite a few happy hours. Melissa and Heather have also been polar bear plunge partners for 8 years. Heather is lucky to be a Titi for Melissa's son Jai.
Becky Mills
Matron of Honor
Becky and Heather have been best friends and roomies since college in 2001. It all started on a fateful day where they both went to college softball practice together and found out each other's roommates were a little crazy. Since then they have been inseparable and later became sisters. Favorite memories include a few frat parties, softball overnights and when Heather got to stand up as maid of honor at Becky's wedding. Heather calls herself aunt to Becky's adorable little boy.
Anthony Galante
Best Man
Anthony and Chris met in high school and have been close friends ever since. Anthony and Chris played ice hockey together for Monsignor Farrell High School. Summers were spent at the Jersey shore where they both worked at DJ's. They have remained best friends through the years.
Stephanie Perez
Koumbara
Stephanie is Chris' sister and the Koumbara of our wedding. Chris and Heather are so happy to have Stephanie as the Koumbara, an important member of the Greek Wedding. Stephanie will stand with us as we get married, by placing the crowns on our heads.
Adam Duchinsky
Groomsman
Adam and Christopher are "like" cousins. They grew up together with their mothers being best friends. Adam and Christopher grew up together in Staten Island, NY and both share a love of ice hockey. Christopher is the god father to one of Adam's three daughters.
Sarah Clausen
Bridesmaid
Sarah is one of Heather's younger sisters. Growing up Sarah was the shy, quiet one but has since found her voice. She has always had a passion for softball, which she shares with Heather. Heather is blessed to have her sister join her on this special day.
Terrence Lacey
Groomsman
Terrence and Christopher both worked at the Capitol Police together in Washington DC. They worked together for 9 years before Christopher pursued a nursing career. Terrence and Christopher both enjoyed playing golf together.
Sandra Clausen
Bridesmaid
Sandee is the youngest sister of the three. Growing up Sandee enjoyed picking a fight with Heather, and you could usually see the two battling it out. But Sandee was also the first to stand up for what she believes and fight for her family. An amazing photographer, Sandee took the beautiful engagement photos for Heather, Chris and Doc. Heather is blessed to have her sister stand by her side as she gets married.
Matthew Paratheris
Groomsman
Matthew and Christopher are first cousins. Both are Yankee and Ranger fans, and will often be found discussing sports together. Chris remembers spending time with Matthew and his family in Lake George, where Matthew currently lives with his family.
Gracie Baboulis
Junior Bridesmaid
Gracie is Chris' daughter and Heather's best friend (according to Gracie). Heather has been blessed to know Gracie since she was 4 years old and has loved her since. Gracie is a talented actress, amazing student and the bright spot in Chris and Heather's lives.
Jay Perez
Junior Groomsmen
Jay is Chris' nephew and an avid Yankees fan. Chris and Jay share a love of sports and will be found talking about different sports seasons.