Wedding Party

Hannah Valachovic

Bride

Do I really need a description!! I love you all!!

Samuel Stecher

Groom

The biggest goofball you will ever meet.

Katie Roddy

Maid of Honor

Katie is the brides best friend since Middle School, and the Godmother to the Bride and Grooms son. Hannah and Katie started talking during Social Studies with Mr. Dewald in 7th grade. If you ask Katie, I am sure she could tell you our nicknames from that class and they aren't the greatest. Katie has been by Hannah's side ever since. She moved out to Colorado and is continuing her career as a Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse. She is a fantastic, caring, smart, strong, kick-ass human being Hannah has ever known. "I've seen Hannah and Sams relationship from the beginning, and cannot wait to see them become husband and wife...finally!!!"

Mark Gibson

Best Man

Mark and Sam have been friends since Elementary School. Sam would forget his pencil on Mark's desk, which Mark would always return. They would also sit on the School Bus together. Mark is the second biggest goofball out there, which fits why him and Sam are friends. We can always count on Mark to be like an Uncle to our kids.

Natalie Valachovic

Bridesmaid

Natalie is the youngest sister and will be graduating from Siena college at the time of the wedding! She was a swimmer for over ten years and loves being an aunt. The first time Sam came over to the house, Natalie told him if he broke my heart, she will be after him. Hannah and Natalie are what our parents call, "the bookends" in the family because we look so much alike. Although Hannah is older, there is a bigger chance Hannah will be carded when going out instead of Natalie. “Hannah and Sam started dating when I was just entering middle school, I’m very excited for them!” 

Jacob Fortune

Groomsman

Jake and Sam have been friends since SUNYIT days. Sam and Jake would play Beer Ball together in college. Sam can always count on Cool Jake to help him finish off a case of beer.

Danielle Valachovic

Bridesmaid

Danielle is Hannah’s second youngest sister and the first person she told she was engaged to because she was the only one who answered her phone!! She has worked for Chanel for over 3 years as a Beauty Advisor/Counter Manager and she is an amazing musician. She loves watching Hannah laugh and smile when she’s around Sam and she’s looking forward to seeing them grow together for the years to come. "Hey Danielle- BOOP!!"

Nicholas Fiorini

Groomsman

"Little Nick," and Sam have been friends since freshmen year of SUNYIT days. Nick is the social butterfly of the group and Sam makes the best wing man. If you see Nick, make sure he has a drink in his hand.

Rebecca Christoffel

Bridesmaid

Becky is Sam’s cousin and has loved Hannah ever since she came into our family 9 years ago. The first night Hannah and Becky actually talked was when she was with Sam and Becky texted Hannah confessing her love with a very creepy smile in the text. Becky works in Safety in Saratoga and has a passion for eating late night chicken nuggets #nugz. Watch out for her dance moves, especially if Thriller is playing, We love you Becky!!

Thomas Teufel

Groomsman

Tom and Sam became friends freshmen year of SUNYIT days, when Tom and Greg lived next door to Sam. Tom was the neat one in the group of friends, always cleaning up after the guys. They share the love of water sports with each other, but Tom is way better at wake-boarding then Sam. Sam can always count on Tom to make it up to us from Long Island no matter the occasion.

Emily Drooby

Bridesmaid

Emily has been in Hannah's life since the day Hannah was born, literally. Growing up, we would play constantly. A favorite memory of Emily was when we were playing Wedding at our childhood home and Emily was the bride. When Emily was walking down the "aisle" she sang the funeral song instead of "here comes the bride" because that's what her father taught her! Emily lives in New York City, and Hannah loves when Emily comes around because it brings back so many fun memories. We are so excited she gets to be a part of our special day!

Gregory Kline

Groomsman

Greg and Sam became friends freshmen year of SUNYIT days, when they lived next door to each other. There is never a quiet moment when Greg is around, and we make sure there are no white curtains or meatballs in sight. Greg and Sam are trouble makers together, and that's what makes their friendship work.

Elizabeth Drooby

Bridesmaid

Hannah and Elizabeth have known each other since they were born. Hannah is actually 20 days older than Elizabeth!! Smart, witty, and caring, Elizabeth is someone that you can count on. She can really rock wearing stickers all over her body after she plays with Ellie. She has always been there to support us, and we know she will always be there for us.

Tony Perez

Groomsman

Tony and Sam were roommates Junior and Senior year during SUNYIT days. Tony is the godfather to the bride and grooms son. Tony will make it up to any occasion from the city, and he is a great tour guide when visiting the city. Sam and Tony are always brainstorming and working on electronics or coding projects.

Melinda Rorie

Bridesmaid

Melinda is Sam's only sister, and we are very excited to have her a part of our wedding. Melinda is a fantastic teacher for the Duanesburg School District, and goes above and beyond to help her little friends. She loves to read, work on projects with her Cricut, and be an amazing aunt to the kids. Fun fact, Melinda and Hannah did dance together when they were kids years before Hannah and Sam started dating (and there's a picture to prove it). They were also in Introduction to Medicine in High School together!! "Moo Moo" is so very special in our lives and we can't wait to see her do the worm across the dance floor!

Matthew Rorie

Groomsman

His real name is "Poop Matt Dory." "Poop" is Melinda's husband. He loves hugs, and loves getting his pictures taken. Matt and Sam are two great dads.

Kevin Kaiser

Groomsman

Kevin is Sam's cousin, and Elodie's Godfather. He lives in South Carolina with his wife Kali, but when they come up to visit they always make Hannah and Sam's kids laugh. Kevin is someone you can always count on to get a drink in your hand, and he will make sure you are cared for throughout the night.

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Elodie Stecher

Flower Girl

Hannah and Sam's little girl, who keeps growing up each day. This little ball of energy is their little Princess, and we love her so much. She has grown into such a smart, caring little girl and we are so proud of her. As she says, "Momma will finally be a Stecher!"

Declan Stecher

Ring Bearer

Hannah and Sam's little boy, who has turned into a little prince charming, Declan "Duke" is our snuggle baby and we love watching him grow. He loves his family, and we love him.

Kyle Creech

Usher

Kyle is Natalie's boyfriend of over 5 years, and an absolute gentleman. The kids are in love with him. He loves to play golf with Hannah's dad, and just recently had Hannah join them. We are so excited that he will be a part of our wedding party!