Sara & Anthony
Wedding Party
Vanessa Kong
Matron of Honor
Vanessa and I have been friends since Mrs. Carson's 3rd grade class and have easily managed to remain close through a 10+ year long distance relationship between Maryland, New York, and New Jersey. We have shared a double-jump record at our elementary school, a high school locker, a mutual love for Jasey Rae, and countless phone calls & breakfast dates where we pick up right where we left off. Vanessa is the most loyal person I know and I couldn't imagine this day without her.
Steven DeBonis
Best Man
Steven is my brother and best friend. From the earliest of ages, we have always been close. However, in the last five years we have grown to always rely on one another for advice and words of wisdom. From our newest business venture we hope to get off the ground sooner rather than later, to umpiring baseball games, to our ever growing football/basketball escapades, life always seems to be better when we’re together. I can’t imagine spending one of the most important days of my life without him.
Lauren Rich
Bridesmaid
Lauren and I have been friends since high school and have managed to remain friends probably because she is always down to do just about anything I want to do. She has stood by my side through some tumultuous years in my twenties and never let me fall apart without her. Lauren never lets me go out without making sure my eye makeup is on point, my outfit is chic, and my hair is as tamed as it can be. She even bought me my first lipstick. Without her I would absolutely be a frizzy mess :)
Gregory Dunham
Groomsman
Gregory is my (Sara's) little brother and of course, my partner in crime through our younger years. Always a lego building buddy, front yard soccer partner, card house building assistant, and parent prank accomplice, Gregory has become one of the hardest working individuals I know and puts 110% into his family. He is always a shoulder to lean on and will do his best to keep you smiling.
Lauren Anthony
Bridesmaid
Lauren and I probably met at a high school job one day, but neither of us knows for sure. When Anthony and I started dating, Lauren showed me nothing but acceptance, generosity, and of course, FUN. She is basically Anthony's "little sister" and together, they have pulled me out of my cave to travel the world and enjoy our twenties a little more. Neither one of us could picture this day without Lauren there as not only a friend, but a member of our family.
Scott Cox
Groomsman
Scott and I met when we were both in college. We began playing a lot of poker together and have been great friends ever since. We have traveled the world on different adventures that have brought us closer as friends. Even with life pulling us in different directions, we still find the time to get together to take more adventures and reminisce about those that have past. I look forward to having him as a part of my important day.
Carleen DiMeglio
Bridesmaid
One of three cousins, I actually consider Carleen a sister. She has always been a dependable, fun-loving, and heart-warming woman who gives off nothing but positive vibes. Although growing up in different stages of our lives, Carleen always puts family first above anything else. And even though her and I have a shared obsession with pizza, she always keeps me in check with her healthy habits which I love to hate. Without her, our cousin tribe would never be complete.
Philip Zomparelli
Groomsman
Phil and I met as fellow teachers. We both also taught history and he has served as an important mentor for me during my tenure as such. We have grown to be good friends away from school, as well. We have spent many times watching a sporting event and enjoying time together. His participation in this day is an honor for me.
Lyndsay Smith
Bridesmaid
As someone I have always admired, Lyndsay always knows how to make me laugh, which she has done for the last 28 years. She will always listen and give you an honest response. She can recite every line from Dumb & Dumber and wreck anyone in rummy. Whether she knows it or not, she's been a role model in my life and taught me how to be strong. This wedding and my life wouldn't be the same without her!
Chris Samonski
Groomsman
Chris and I have been best friends since he transferred to Kuser Elementary School. We have spent many times together. In the earliest of days, he would be over my house almost every day playing a video game or telling me I need to get outside and play manhunt or go to the park. Although we do not see each other as often now, he is still one of my closest friends and I am happy to have him by my side.
Sally Cary
Bridesmaid
Sally is without a doubt my opposite in probably everything except shopping, but it has never separated us. We essentially share a wardrobe & a strong craving for Pizza Hut we can't seem to get rid of no matter how hard we try. As the chocolate to my vanilla, whole milk to my skim, and math to my history, she is more than a cousin and an amazing mother who has been in our corner since the very beginning.