Jeff and Claudette
Wedding Party
Missy Grace Diehl
Maid of Honor
Missy has been Claudette's BFF since they connected at one of her stage performances in the ladies room when Claudette asked "Do you have any makeup? I forgot to bring my makeup bag." Upon hearing that Missy dumped out the entire contents of her purse on the counter and the rest is history! They share a very special bond - Missy's late husband is the brother of her best friend from Pompano Beach High School.
Lisa House
Bridesmaid
Lisa and Claudette first met at Blue Martini at a girls night out! They bonded over cocktails and shared stories of love and life on that first night, and many more since. Lisa has worked in the legal field for many years, but she's not an attorney so don't ask for free legal advice. Beauty and brains - what a combo! By the way guys, she's single and ready to mingle. :)
Sophia Sanchez
Junior Bridesmaid
Sophia is Claudette's niece and a gorgeous and talented young woman. She's the head medical esthetician at Boca Med Spa and an expert in advanced medical skin care and the latest technology in body treatments. She's a fashion diva with an eye for trends, but she's so avant garde that she's usually the trendsetter. When she's not giving advice on how to stay young and beautiful, Sophia can be found on the beach, traveling, doing yoga or just chillin! She loves her family deeply and feels blessed to be in her Aunt Claudette's wedding.
Finlee Josendale
Flower Girl
Finlee is Jeff's five year old niece, and she's super excited to be in our bridal party. Finlee loves to read, play soccer and enjoys being outdoors. She has two equally adorable older sisters, Isabel (12) and Vivian (8) whom you will also meet at the wedding. Girl power!!!
Mark (Rocky) Roccapriore
Best Man
Jeff's (slightly) older brother. Being the older brother he got the Rocky nickname. Jeff got some derivation of that name but ended up with Rocco in college; it never really stuck. While being a bully when they were younger Mark turned out to be a great brother who is always there when you need him. Mark recently married himself - so he's a newlywed full of helpful advice for Jeff and Claudette. :) He truly is the Best Man.
Mathew Weaver
Groomsman
Matt met Jeff 17 years ago as his neighbor when he walked over to tell him what a crappy tile job he was doing and offered to help. It was all downhill for Jeff from there. Matt and his wife Debbie had Jeff eating off paper plates and drinking bottled beer from that day on. They sent leftovers home with him in Country Crock bowls and said "we need those back" as those were the "fine dishes". Matt convinced Jeff to join karate and they've been punching each other for years now. Matt is happy Jeff is finally getting married so someone else can feed him. Seriously, though, he loves him like a brother and knew Claudette was the one when he saw real happiness in his eyes when he talked about her. Jeff had honest joy when he was around Claudette, and Matt knew he was hooked.
Gavin Young
Junior Groomsman
Jeff's nephew Gavin is a Sophomore at Eastern View High School in Culpepper, Virginia. He's been playing lacrosse for 6 years, and is currently on the JV lacrosse team at his school. In addition he's an Altar Server at Precious Blood Catholic Church. He loves sports, dogs and is currently learning to play the guitar. This is one busy guy! He's the second of five children and the only son in the family. He feels honored to be a member of our bridal party.
Thomas Rotella
Standing in for "Father of the Bride"
Claudette's brother Tom, standing in for her father, who passed away several years ago. Tom is the only male sibling in the family - meaning: he got to grow up torturing all his younger sisters! He is delighted to be filling in for Peter Sebastian Rotella, Father of the Bride. Warning: If you get him out on the dance floor - step waaay back jack!