Wedding Party

Angela Rivas

Matron of Honor

Angela or "Angie" is Melissa's cousin and the eldest sister to Melissa's Maid of Honor, Dana. Angie is a true matriarch of her family and Melissa feels protected and loved by Angie as if Melissa was really her little sister. Angela and her husband Tony have been blessed with 3 sons, OUR nephews, Levi, Collin, and Noah. George and Melissa can't wait to see these little blessings grow up to be handsome, kind, and smart young men.

Dana de la Cuesta

Maid of Honor

Dana is 1 of 3 prima hermanas (daughters of your mom's sisters) that Melissa has in her family, but Dana is the closest in age to Melissa of the three. Melissa and Dana grew up together only a few blocks away from each other and attended elementary and middle school together. Dana's daughter, Sharlize, is now OUR niece and we enjoy her sweetness and showing her how much we love her to pieces.

Angela Cortez

Bridesmaid

Angela or "Angie" is George's eldest sister and Melissa is excited to finally have a big sister to look up to. Angela's sons, Jesse and Jacob, are now OUR nephews.

Robert Cortez Jr.

Groomsman

Robert is George's oldest brother. Melissa is thankful for having another brother looking after her. Robert is married to Susy and they share two beautiful children. Robert III or "tito" and Juliette "Julie" are now OUR nephew and niece.

Veronica Cortez

Bridesmaid

Veronica or "Vero" is George's second eldest sister and Melissa loves her sweetness and admires the sister bond she has with Angela. Veronica's son, Israel, is now OUR nephew.

Rudy Cortez

Groomsman

Rudy is George's second oldest brother. Melissa likes his sense of humor and feels lucky to have him as another brother that will be standing by her side on the big day! Rudy is married to Daisy and we miss them both dearly since they moved to Texas, but we know they will be the best hosts when we visit.

Elise Vasquez

Bridesmaid

Elise is Melissa's sister-in-law and is married to Melissa's eldest brother, Jonathan. Elise is thoughtful, kind-hearted, and a good listener. Melissa can always lean on her and is thankful for their friendship and sisterly love. George is blessed to have her as part of OUR village.

Jonathan Vasquez

Groomsman

Jonathan is Melissa's eldest brother. Jonathan is very smart, funny, and loving. We enjoy making family memories together and look forward to making Jonathan an uncle someday! For now, we enjoy spoiling Jonathan's children, OUR niece and nephew, Alexis and Jonathan Jr, or "JJ".

Ashley Gomez

Bridesmaid

Ashley & George met 8 years ago working at Target and now Ashley is married to Melissa's younger brother, Jamie. We cherish our close friendship and miss them so much since they moved to Arizona. We look forward to the day Jamie & Ashley make us an auntie & uncle!

Jamie Gomez

Groomsman

Jamie is Melissa's younger brother. Jamie is hard-working, loyal, and good-natured. George and Jamie have a strong BROmance and Melissa is very proud of her baby brother. Our hearts are in Arizona with Jamie & Ashley!

Cassandra Rivera

Bridesmaid

Cassandra or "Cassie" is Melissa's younger step-sister. She is such a beautiful, kind soul and Melissa has cherished watching her little sister grow taller than her over the years. George is excited to finally have siblings that are younger than him.

Jose Troncoso

Groomsman

George and Jose met over 25 years ago at the Moorpark Apostolic Church. They spent many years at church camp together, where their friendship developed into brotherhood. Jose is the father to two beautiful children, Angel and Naomy Troncoso. Melissa loves that Jose is a hard-working, dedicated father and hopes he can show George the ropes of fatherhood one day.

Clarissa Rivera

Bridesmaid

Clarissa or "Clarissa with a Spanish accent" is Melissa's youngest step-sister. Of all Melissa's siblings, Clarissa is the youngest. She is very talented and free-spirited. We look forward to her bright future and guiding her with sisterly and brotherly love.

Juan Guerrero

Groomsman

George and Juan went to Sinaloa Middle school together, where they met and their friendship began. After High School, their friendship flourished into brotherhood when they re-connected at the Moorpark Apostolic Church. George served as Juan's Best Man when Juan married Desiray in 2011. Melissa is very fortunate to have friends like Juan and Des and adores their beautiful children, Isaiah and Isabella.

Alexis Vasquez

Bridesmaid

Alexis is the daughter of Melissa's older brother, Jonathan. Melissa calls Alexis her mini-me, and Alexis says she is a 2.0 mini-me. Alexis is sweet and gentle and we are very protective of OUR niece. We also enjoy spending time with her any chance we get.

Jonathan Vasquez Jr.

Ring Bearer

Jonathan Jr. or "JJ" is the son of Melissa's older brother, Jonathan. He is the apple of his auntie Missy's eye and JJ is George's favorite little buddy. We are honored to have OUR youngest nephew carry our wedding rings down the aisle.

Juliette Cortez

Bridesmaid

Julliette or "Julie" is the daughter of George's eldest brother, Robert. Julie is very intelligent and confident. She is so loved being that she is the "baby" of the Cortez family. We can't wait to see her embrace her bright future.

Maria & Robert Sr. Cortez

Parents of the Groom

Susie & Cory Smith

Parents of the Bride

Sal & Rosie Vasquez

Parents of the Bride

Jesse Hull

Officiant