Wedding Party
Chris Vandergeuten
Best Man
Chris and I met in boy scouts and have since been best friends. As young boys were enjoyed boy scout camping trips to Catalina Island to now hiking the Eastern Sierras together. We’ve always been there for each other though the good and hard. I’m happy to share this day with him.
Lauren Weber
Matron of Honor
To the big sister who watched my baby monitor next to my crib, to now will stand by my side on my wedding day. She has been there for every life milestone.
Ashley Diaz
Bridesmaid
I first met Ashley in Microbiology at Ventura College. From lab partners, to Volunteering at St John’s and nursing school, she’s one of my best friends.
Elizabeth Kelsch
Bridesmaid
Elizabeth and I have known each other since middle school. We have been there for each others ups and downs in life. She is a forever friend.
Hannah Taylor
Bridesmaid
Like Ashley I also met Hannah in Microbiology. We bonded quickly over the dreaded nursing school care plans. To late night dance sessions downtown to care plans for days, I can’t wait to have her by my side on my wedding day.
Karalee Clark
Bridesmaid
Karalee and I worked as Lifeguards together while I was in nursing school and she was studying to be a social worker. We bonded over horrible dating stories and our love of cheese and wine.
Rachel Beasley
Bridesmaid
I met Rachel while working in Monterey. We both were fresh out of nursing school trying to navigate being a “real nurse” Since moving back we have stayed in touch and continue to share our nursing stories.
Gilbert Villareal
Groomsman
Gile and I met in 8th grade. We quickly realized we shared the same interests in music and skateboarding. Since childhood our hobbies have expanded. Gile introduced me to Yosemite. We have continued the tradition of going yearly for 18 years.
Luiz Monuz
Groomsman
Luiz and I met back in the early years of high school. We bonded over the bus trips to Santa Paula to Ventura skate park. Now we seek hiking and camping trips. Even on a 48 hours notice Luiz was down to hike to the top Mt. Whitney with me.
Jeff Ontiverous
Groomsman
Jeff has been my adventure companion over the last 5 years. He is the "book it" guy. We have survived the blistering heat of Joshua Tree to camping in four feet of snow in Grand Canyon.
Michael Dodson
Groomsman
Michael has always been a brother from another mother. Someone I can call to past time talking football and other random topics. A best friend for the rest of life.
Josh Mendoza
Groomsman
I first meet Josh in 8th grade English class. He’s been one of my best friends ever since. We’ve had our fair share of fun and adventures like our cruse to Mexico. He’s always been someone who I can count on.
Marco Diaz
Officiant
Marco is a good friend and football enthusiast to Danny and I. He watched our relationship transform since the beginning. We picked Marco not only is he charismatic but a great story teller. Danny and I are excited to have him marry us.
TBD
Flower Girl
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