Jenny & Juan
Wedding Party
Kristen Koly-Blanks
Matron of Honor
Kristen is Jenny's AOPi sorority sister from Ohio University. They were also co-hosts on the best radio show at school, "Wednesday Night Live!" and they share a love of "Friends": "PIVOT!!!" Kristen has always been a voice of reason for Jenny, especially when it comes to finding something to wear! She lives in Columbus with her husband Trai and their son, Dom. She owns her own party planning business and is active with local charity fundraisers.
Chris Nary
Best Man
Juan and Chris have been friends since they played each other in Burke soccer when they were younger. Chris and Juan have been playing soccer ever since and continue on in the virtual game of FIFA on PS4. It has been known that PS4 is the universal decision maker in the Nary/Ponciano household. To speak to how similar we actually are everyone in high school thought we were in fact twins. Our moms were born not too far apart in Guatemala so it's basically true. Chris is the funny evil twin. Chris Nary is also a founding member of the infamous TRIPOD.
Cori Hoover-Six
Matron of Honor
Cori is Jenny's AOPi sorority sister from Ohio University. Their friendship started when Jenny was randomly assigned as Cori's roommate in college in the sorority house. During this time they bonded over a love of the Omega Upsilon flag. Who knew a Democrat and Republican could be best friends?! Jenny also served as a stand-in girlfriend for Cori's boyfriend, now husband, Ty, in college. She lives in Akron, Ohio with her husband and their 3 (soon to be 4!) kids and works very hard at her job as an attorney.
Matt Siner
Best Man
Also a founding member of the infamous TRIPOD, Matt and Juan have been friends since 2nd grade. In high school Matt graciously invited Juan to be his drummer for the ever so popular and now legendary rock band, FRANKLIN MEWS. They've been rocking people's faces off ever since. They also have been playing soccer this entire time. Matt still cannot get past Juan's defensive skills on the soccer field after trying for 26 years. Matt is credited with introducing Juan to basically all his favorite bands which he still listens to this very day. Thanks bro!
Toby West
Bridesmaid
Toby is Jenny's sister-in-law. She is an avid runner and a true Northwestern Wildcat fan. She and her family love vacationing in Northern Michigan. She is a great swimmer and passed that skill down to her son Lincoln! She loves math and attends calculator conferences (haha!). She works in the curriculum department for Delaware City Schools in Delaware, Ohio.
Eduardo Ponciano
Groomsman
Eduardo is Juan's incredibly good looking and favorite little brother. He's basically Juan in every way except he's much nicer and definitely a better piano player. Eduardo is the little brother Juan always wanted and he's very happy for him to be a part of this wedding. Juan used to be better at FIFA than Eduardo but with a lot of practice, Eduardo has been able to overcome Juan in many a FIFA game.
Shaili Sirpal
Bridesmaid
Shaili and Jenny met playing kickball in 2013. They have bonded over a love of pizza, Subway, and onesies. You can always count on Shaili to bring Shell-O shots to any kickball game and they are delicious! Shaili is the queen of puns and will always add extra avocado to anything. She lives in LA with her fiance Dave and their two cats.
Matt Coleman
Groomsman
Matt Coleman and Juan have been friends since 3rd grade. That was 25 years ago. Juan was the shortest kid in class and Matt was the tallest. This made my mom laugh every single time we hung out with each other. We have an incredible love affair with soccer. Case in point: Brazil in 2014. When the World Cup was happening in 2014 Matt and Juan did not hesitate to make travel plans and wander around what would be the mecca for soccer around the world for the past 75 years. We had an amazing time there and I'm glad Coleman could be a part of that with me. Juan and Matt continue to talk soccer almost every other day via Facebook posts, Snapchat stories, memes and texts. They talk about other stuff too but just not as much. Soccer is life. And also Baskin Robbins mocha blasts. Those are life.
Kelly Jones
Bridesmaid
Kelly is Jenny's AOPi sorority sister from Ohio University. They refer to each other as Yenny & Jelly Kones, and when together have nothing but fun and lots of laughs. One thing is true: Jenny will never remove Lil' Wayne as Kelly's backdrop on her phone when she calls. They also both share a love of Earl of Sandwich, especially in Vegas after a night out. Kelly lives in Columbus and works for Chase Bank, but will **hopefully** soon move to Vegas (and therefore be closer to Jenny)!
Mike Lefebvre
Groomsman
Lefeb is one of Juan's best high school friends and was the last friend to see Juan off to LA 12 years ago. Mike and Juan met Freshman year in high school on the soccer team where Mike is known to dribble the ball out of bounds for no good reason. Mike is an incredible person. He's always there when you need him and always is around for a good laugh. Mike's house was one of the few Juan was allowed to sleep over at during high school (#latinparentrules). Mike's claim to fame with Juan was helping him get through AP C++ in high school when Juan had no idea he was just missing a comma or colon #nerdjoke and also being Prom King. Juan and Mike have remained friends all of this time despite the fact that they haven't lived close to each other in over 14 years. #PUTOOOOO
Casey Williams
Bridesmaid
Casey and Jenny met while being randomly paired to room together during a class trip from Ohio University to NYC in 2005. They survived a room with cockroaches (eek!) and getting locked in the bathroom and a few years later they both moved to LA during the summer of 2010, and joined kickball together in 2013. They share a love of running, wine, and reminiscing about OU. Casey not only an amazing person, but an amazing friend and support to everyone in her life; she is truly one of the strongest people we know! She lives in LA with her boyfriend Matt Siner, who is also in the wedding!
Marco Cuevas
Groomsman
Marco is Juan's favorite cousin and was basically his older brother growing up. Marco moved to the United States from Guatemala at a very young age and moved in with Juan's family. Growing up, Juan and Marco played sports together, video games and they did what brothers did. Juan is very excited for Marco to be a part of his special day and couldn't have asked for a better "big brother" growing up. Love you Marco!
Breckyn West
Flower Girl
Breckyn is niece to Jenny, daughter to Kevin & Toby. She plays soccer and swims, but also enjoys playing with Jenny's Barbie dolls and loves to talk! She is very excited for her role as flower girl and has been busy practicing.
Shea Davis
Ring Bearer
Shea Davis is the son of Angelica Davis, Juan's beautiful older sister. Shea is the most adorable little cutie patootie to have ever come into this earth and we are honored to have him guard our wedding rings with such charm and delightfulness.
Lincoln West
Junior Groomsman
Lincoln is Jenny's nephew, son to Toby & Kevin. He is an excellent swimmer, and enjoys playing soccer & flag football. He is also one of the biggest Ohio State fans around!
Kevin West
Officiant
Kevin is Jenny's older brother. He lives in Delaware, Ohio where he teaches history at the local high school. He is also quite the chef, all-knowing of anything Star Wars, and enjoys a good board game every now and then.
Greg & Marilyn West
Father & Mother of the Bride
Greg & Marilyn met in 1966 in Drivers' Ed. They both attended Ohio State- Go Bucks! Marilyn taught middle school social studies for 35 years. Currently, she is enjoying volunteering in her grandkids' classrooms! Greg owned his own remodeling & house repair company & also worked as a manufacturer's representative for siding and windows. His passion, though, was youth sports. He coached practically all of both Kevin & Jenny's sports teams when they were in elementary! It was funny to see an ex-wrestler coach a girls' basketball team...they drew up football plays for the girls! He also was a high school football & wrestling official for 40+ years. Both Greg & Marilyn are so pleased that Jenny & Juan found each other. Wishing them many wonderful, exciting & loving years of marriage.
Manuel & Miriam Ponciano
Padre y Madre of the Groom
Manuel and Miriam "Rebe" Ponciano emigrated from Guatemala 37 years ago in search for a better life and opportunity for their future kids. Having attended University in Guatemala, Manuel and Miriam were both teachers and used their knowledge of education to raise and support 5 kids. Born in the United States, all 5 kids have had the opportunity to attend private school and college via their parents extremely hard work and dedication. Rebe is an amazing woman and mother to all and she continues to impart her wisdom and encouragement through her natural nurturing demeanor with her first grandchild, Shea, the Ring Bear-er. Manuel is a PhD from the George Washington University in Systems Analyst and Server Management. He enjoys feeding the homeless as Jesus would have wanted him to.