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September 7, 2019
Vail, Co

Chelsea & James

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Wedding Party

Haley Leyendecker

Matron of Honor

Haley and Chelsea have been friends since pre-school and have remained as close as sisters over all the years. As best friends they have been there for each other and Haley knew from the beginning James was the one for Chelsea.


John Roppolo

Best Man

Jan Jan and James have been inseparable since college. John has watched James fall in love with Chelsea the (freshman) for seven years. These two are best friends for a reason, always pushing each other to be better, testing the limits of any situation and doing ridiculous things like jumping out of airplanes.

Melanie DiPuma

Bridesmaid

Melanie and Chelsea became fast friends after college and have just grown closer and closer over the years. As a best friend to the bride and basically a sister to the groom, Mel is very important to these two! She had a crucial part in helping James make sure his proposal went off without any problems!


Michael Huzella

Groomsman

Michael, James's older brother lives in Denver. James, Chelsea and Michael all share a mutual love of skiing and going to football games especially two Super Bowls together. No matter where these two brothers are something with a motor and wheels ALWAYS bring them together.

Ashley Roppolo

Bridesmaid

Ashley and Chelsea became friends at CSU even though Ashley attended the rival (lesser) school of CU. Ashley is married to James's best friend John. Chelsea and Ashley over the many years have become best friends as well. They have gone through so many things together and can't wait to start the next chapter of life all together standing side by side!


James Grant

Groomsman

Chelsea's baby brother who is excited to gain a new brother! James lives in Dallas and was thrilled to have James ask his permission to marry his big sister and become part of their family. And the part they like best is sharing a name!

Reagan Engstrom

Bridesmaid

Dating James's younger brother Thomas, Chelsea is so excited to have Reagan standing with her on her special day. They have had so many amazing moments, skiing, boating and of course making fun of the crazy Huzella boys.


Thomas Huzella

Groomsman

James's little brother who lives in Michigan, loves flying planes and landing back flips. With similar personalities ,these two have always lived life with a dare devil attitude! With pushing the limits as far as possible, it is shocking one of them won't be coming to the wedding in a cast.

Katie Bhappu

Bridesmaid

Katie and Chelsea have been friends from the day they met. Katie is probably the funniest person Chelsea knows and has one of the kindest hearts. She is always up for whatever, and Chelsea is so honored to have this beautiful soul in her life.


Alex Gonzalez

Groomsman

Alex is James's oldest friend, growing up together essentially like brothers. The two have shared so many special moments on dirt bikes finding a mutual love for motocross and spending time with their wonderful families.

Elizabeth Kudla

Bridesmaid

A true living Disney princess, Liz and Chelsea share a mutual love for all things "You Can Wish Upon A Star." She is always there to give Chelsea great advice (not just because she's a lawyer). She is a true joy in Chelsea's life and can't wait to see what this world holds for both of them!


Steve Hays

Groomsman

College friend and roommate Steve is a true friend to James. With a love for sushi, musicals and chess; these two are always there for each other no matter what life throws at them! "Summer of Steve and James" is one of their favorite life memories!

Jenna Hasskamp

Bridesmaid

Chelsea's cousin who taught her how to ride a horse and that blonde is ALWAYS best! Chelsea has always looked up to Jenna and was thrilled to stand by her side. Now she is so happy to have Jenna and her wonderful family be there on her big day.


Jaryd Meenach

Groomsman

James's hometown friend, they have spent many incredible times together and nicknames. Jaryd has been there from the beginning of Chelsea and James's relationship and might say he helped make it what it is today. Bobby can't wait to stand next to Bobby on his big day!

Meredith Cross

Bridesmaid

Chelsea's sweet cousin that lives in Georgia with her amazing husband and baby! Meredith has taught Chelsea so much, such as cry at anything and run away from dead sea life on the beach. Chelsea stood with Meredith as she married the man of her dreams and she is so lucky to have Meredith and her amazing family in Vail for her big day!


Robbie Nichols

Groomsman

James and Robbie were co-workers but most importantly became close friends at the commercial real estate company, CRESA. Sharing a love for travel, skiing and Disney these two really enjoy celebrating life together and can't wait for more boys trips!

Molly Adams

Bridesmaid

Chelsea's wonderful cousin who taught her that sleeping till noon as a teenager was acceptable, laundry can be done by an amazing grandmother (who is missed) and how to be an incredible mother to three boys! Chelsea stood by Molly's side as she started her wonderful life and she is so happy Molly and husband Paul and the 3Gs and will be in Vail for her!


Dustin Beane

Groomsman

College friend and roommate, Dusty and James were inseparable with John at CSU. Dusty has always been a wonderful friend to Chelsea and James and always the best house keeper! With being a successful gym owner, hopefully he will help James and Chelsea with their wedding diets!

Hannah Akey

Bridesmaid

Hannah is Chelsea's cousin who will be going into her freshman year of college this fall, even though Chelsea remembers the day Hannah was born. Being 10 years apart, Chelsea cannot wait to watch Hannah grow into the absolutely radiant young lady she will become!


Sean Durkin

Groomsman

Fraternity brothers with James at CSU, Sean and James share a love for skiing, Vegas and 80s heavy metal wigs. Sean has known Chelsea for a long time and is so happy to be up there on this big day. He will always have a special place in the bride and groom's lives!

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