Gianna & Vincent
Wedding Party
Elaina Petrone
Maid of Honor
We shared a womb in 1987 and the rest is history...Not many people can say they were born with their best friend. Elaina is my identical twin and best friend for the past 31 years and will be one of my co-maids of honor. Unknown to the general public, Elaina was the lead guitarist in the defunct rock band known as CJB. She gave up her musical endeavors to pursue to her passion for veterinary medicine. Currently she is a kick ass veterinarian in New Jersey and Mom to three cats and "The Milt."
Sondra Petrone
Maid of Honor
Sondra, the baby sister, aka "The Drooch" stepping up as co-maid of honor. Offering style expertise and cynical humor she is the perfect accessory to a bride on her wedding day. When she's not busy saving the world, you can find her gallivanting in EG drinking espresso martinis. Sondra is a published writer and child therapist, as well as mom to two fur babies, Prince and Meow Mix.
Kimmy
Bridesmaid
Honorary sister and best friend since age 3. For "twin day" in elementary school Kimmy would be our honorary triplet. It didn't matter that she was blonde hair and blue eye'd, her soul was 100% Italian. Although she lives far away our friendship has withstood the test of time, as she remains my oldest and best friend. She has completed her doctorate degree and is the proud mother of two beautiful twin boys. Kimmy is now living the dream in Orlando Florida, with her husband Leon, finishing her residency.
Pam Schwendy
Bridesmaid
Pamela Schwendylin, emergency physician extraordinaire currently living her best life in San Fransisco. Her claim to fame: she was one of the first people to know of the secret relationship between Gianna and Vince. Pam has been a professional Thanksgiving guest at the Petrone house hold since 2014. Though this dynamic duo is no longer together their legacy lives on. Whether it's FaceTime, meeting up in random cities or frantic texts on an overnight shifts Pam remains a trusted friend. Pam and Gianna completed their residency together at Kent.
Alyssa Gaglione Harris
Bridesmaid
Best friend and partner in crime since fourth grade. Not many people are fortunate enough to have life long friends since elementary school, but I am. From high school mixers wearing capri pants and sweater sets to college clubbing and now girls nights and yoga pants, we've been through it all. Fond memories including rocking out to Eddie Money on the way to the club (only cassette tape in her dad's car), calculus summer class and "pep talks" from Momma Gaglione on the importance of being an "All American kinda of girl." I was lucky enough to be a bridesmaid in Alyssa and Mike's wedding in 2016 and I am honored to have her by my side on my wedding day. Alyssa is a full time pharmacist and proud momma of her Dalmatian Zoe.
Kristen DiRaimo
Bridesmaid
Style guru and fashionista, I owe most of my wardrobe to Kristen. From hand picking my engagement photo ensembles, to day to day fashion advise and unwavering support, I would be a hot mess without this girl. Kristen embodies everything it means to be a friend; from remembering important dates, to calling you when you're sick or showing up at your house because she "knew you needed company". She is glue (in high heels) that holds our group of friends together. Kristen's fur babies are also impeccably styled!
Jordan Smith
Best Man
The GOAT, Jordan Smith. I was a wee lad, just toiling away on the JV football practice squad when I met Jordan. Days later the greatest gift to human communication and interaction bestowed itself upon the world; NFL 2K. It was over 2am video games that our friendship solidified. I moved away from Georgia 12 years ago, but Jordan and I remained best friends. If you need someone in a jam, pinch, or bar fight, Jordan is your guy. Someday we will joint venture into a health and wellness 'institute' that will take the world by storm. Jordan continues to live in greater ATL with his fiance Haley, and adorable daughter Alexis. PS : Socko
Daniel Varamo
Groomsman
"DJ", the more attractive yet obviously shorter big bro to Vince, is busy raising a wonderful family in the greater Atlanta region. Past times include camping, eating chips n' salsa, rocking head phones, and playing pellet gun tag.
Norman Chou
Groomsman
Calm, quiet, collected. Norm is a renaissance man, and his mastery in the kitchen knows no bounds. He has provided me with sage wisdom and mentorship over the last 8 years, not to mention saved my bacon on more than one occurrence. He currently lives with his wife Jess, daughter Ally, and attack dog Coco in Saunderstown, Rhode Island.
Ryan Lanning
Groomsman
Ryan and I go back 20 years to when we were first neighbors. I first met him in front of my house while he was shredding up the street on a razor scooter. Days gone by of hurricane tennis, basketball, street football, Chic-Fil-A and Madden. We may not be neighbors any longer, but some friendships last a lifetime. Ryan lives in Tennessee with his family whom he loves very much, and spends his time fishing more than any person I have ever met.
Michael Dunn
Groomsman
Mike is known as "The Triple Threat" because he is suave, sophisticated, and a lover of "The Milt" . When not being forced by others to eat baked goods, Mike keeps himself busy by somehow balancing work, PhD program education, and a Petrone.