Tom & Jessica
Wedding Party
Sherri Folstad
Maid of Honor
Jessica and Sherri met on a classic “Sunday Funday” in PB watching the Broncos/Patriots playoff game. Between Sherri’s vibrant personality and contagious sense of humor the two became fast and inseparable friends. With Sherri being from Wisconsin and Jessica’s love for cheese it was a match made in heaven. Their friendship gave Jessica the sister she never had and always wanted. Sherri is kind, the best listener, compassionate, adventurous, can make you laugh even when you’re crying or laugh to the point of tears, ambitious, and beautiful inside and out. The two have been through so many ups and downs together, milestones, holidays, and episodes of sex and the city. It would be hard to live in a world without a friendship like theirs around.
Steve Machado
Best Man
Steve ("Stevie") is one of Tom's younger brothers and the classic middle-child. Even-tempered and "so sweet", Steve can first come off as shy unless he is cornering you at Thanksgiving and telling you all about the 3rd grade. Tom and Steve share a passion for avoiding people, talking about computers and video games, and how to maximize your value at Cotixan. Steve is the lead guitarist of the Machado jam-band, the Machado 5. Most importantly however Steve owns a Tesla - watch out ladies!
Dani Kenney
Bridesmaid
Jessica and Dani met in middle school. The two of them ended up going to different high schools and reconnected in San Diego when they moved for College. Their special bond and the need to hang out 24/7 gave them the nickname “Wifey” for each other. Dani would pack an overnight bag and end up crashing at Jessica’s the entire weekend. Jessica was Dani’s Maid of Honor in her wedding. The two have shared so many memories together dancing in the club in their early 20’s, to weddings, puppies, and babies. Dani surprised Jessica for the big surprise engagement party that Tom planned and drove all the way down to San Diego to be a part of it. Both of Dani’s girls will also be flower girls!
Joe Machado
Best Man
Joe ("Jojo") is the youngest of the Machado 3 and the drummer for the Machado 5. Jojo is always ready to have a good time and his greatest talent is raising his eyebrow like The Rock. Tom and Jojo, like Stevie, share a passion for avoiding people, video games, and mexican food. While Stevie might be shy, Jojo will talk your ear off till 5 in the morning if you let him. Tom choose both his brothers to be his Best Men since between the two of them they collectively make up one functioning adult.
Rachel Kane
Bridesmaid
Jessica and Rachel have a friendship that began before they were even a thought in this world. Jessica’s Mom and Rachel’s Mom have been best friends since elementary school. The two of them have been friends their entire lives and by choice! When they were younger they never wanted the party to end and would plot sleepovers even though they lived a Bay Area bridge in between (not fun for the parents). Jessica remembers the two of them drawing maps of how they could just simply walk to each other’s houses so that they could see each other more. Jessica was a Bridesmaid in Rachel’s wedding and the two have dinner parties with Tom and Rachel’s husband Patrick often. They hope to continue the chain of friendships someday with kids of their own.
Gasparo Giacalone
Groomsman
Gasparo ("Gus") is Tom's first cousin and one of his closest friends. Often referred to as Tom's "older, less good-looking" cousin, Tom and Gus see each other often and have a great time together. Tom and Jessica are godparents to Gus's daughter Lux, a flower girl in the wedding. Gus continues to audition for the Machado 5 but is still awaiting a callback.
Katie Turk
Bridesmaid
Jessica met Katie when Katie first started dating Jessica’s cousin Chris. The two were married and Katie officially became part of the family. Jessica and Katie have been inseparable and always have the best time together. Katie has the most contagious laugh and fun personality. From baking, movies, wine, and holidays Jessica always looks forward to spending time with her cousin. Katie makes Jessica feel like a kid again in the best way. The two will stay up late watching movies and talking and laughing the night away every time they get together. Katie has always been a solid person in Jessica’s life and like a sister.
Rich Nagle
Groomsman
Rich is a non-stop party that cannot be contained. Rich and his family are the reason Tom and Jess met and their constant egging on finally gave Tom the confidence he needed to ask out the stunning Jessica. Always the man's man, Rich loves spending his Sundays' watching the J-E-T-S JETS JETS JETS in the morning and crying to a nice romantic comedy like Twilight or This Is Us in the evening. Believe us, you'll know him when you see him - look for the guy dancing his heart out with tears in his eyes!
Sophia Nieto Campana
Bridesmaid
Jessica and Sophia work together. The two met in Cabo when Sophia had just joined the Team and had a Team trip planned. The two quickly bonded when they realized they both had a love/obsession for E-40, The Phantom of the Opera, Andrea Bocelli, Christmas, musicals, and Prosecco. Since they became fast friends they listen to E-40 regularly, have seen Phantom of the Opera live, Andrea Bocelli in concert, listened to Christmas music before it’s socially acceptable, saw Mamma Mia 2 twice in the theaters, and have enjoyed their Prosecco together. Work is also so much more fun having a friend like Sophia in the office to make you laugh throughout the day. Sophia helped Tom plan the surprise engagement party and has been Tom and Jessica’s biggest fan from day one.
Joey Turk
Groomsman
Joey is Jessica' younger brother. Joey has big heart for his family, especially his only sister Jessica. Tom could see from day one how much Jessica's brother meant to her as an important male figure in her life, and Tom made it a point to care for Jessica in the same way. Joey is a great golfer and mediocre Super Smash Brothers player. Tom always looks forward to seeing Joey when he and Jessica visit the Bay area.
Lux Giacalone
Flower Girl
Lux Cecilia is the Goddaughter to Tom & Jessica. The 3 of them share an affinity for all things Disney (well, mainly Lux & Jess), pasta, and napping. Lux has always thought that Jessica looks like a princess and is more than excited to be a part of this special day.
Hayleigh Kenney
Flower Girl
Hayleigh Rae was the first of the Kenney clan. Her sassiness and love for golf sets her apart from most her age. Tom credits one of the first things that attracted him to Jessica was her love for kids (specifically Hayleigh on that special day). Heyleigh was around for the “PB days” and many more milestones and Jessica is proud to be her “Auntie Jess”.
Hannah Kenney
Flower Girl
Hannah Banana came into this earth very unexpectedly. Unexpectedly being that she was extremely early. Exactly one week before is when Tom & Jessica first met and Dani, Hayleigh, & Hannah (still in the womb) were a part of the first sparks. Jessica was one of the first of friends to meet little Hannah and has loved her ever since. Tom & Jessica can’t wait to have her as a flower girl.
Maya Nagle
Flower Girl
Maya is feisty, adorable, and full of life. Maya has been a part of Tom & Jessica’s relationship since day 1 and loves every moment of it. Maya once wrote love notes “To & From Jessica & Tom” to each other to encourage the two to make it happen already. #MeanGirls Can't wait for this special girl to lead the pack as head flower girl!
Ian Nagle
Ring Bearer
Jets. Baseball. Soccer. Football. Dreamy Eyes. Ian is the perfect stud and man's man. His sacred job of holding the rings makes him the MVP - a Title that he's sure to earn in every sport he plays. Don't look to close into those bashful eyes or you'll fall to. Can't wait for him to be a part of this special day!