Jessica & Charles
Wedding Party
Jessica DeMoura
Maid of Honor
J squared. Jessica and Jessica have known each other since seventh grade. They became quick friends and started celebrating birthdays together, going through graduations together, going to prom in a group together and many events that come with being life long friends bring. While college brought upon a small setback as Jess went away to college. They quickly picked up their friendship as if no time had passed. Recently, Jess and Jess have gone to a Lady Gaga concert which was such a fun time for both of them and plan on doing more fun activities together.
Samuel Bryant
Best Man
Sam is Charlie's younger brother. Charlie first met Sam in the hospital when he was born. Their relationship grew over the years through playing together, couch parties, and in home music gigs (very entertaining). One of Charlie's favorite memories of Sam was when they were living in Illinois, they would build tree forts in the woods and spend all day building it, sometimes even weeks.
Joanna Flores
Bridesmaid
Joanna is Jessica’s younger sister. From the moment Joanna was born (Jess and Joanna are thirteen years apart) she has become an important part of Jess’ life. She has watched her grow up, has helped her with countless homework assignments, is now helping her with anything pertaining to pre-college requirements. Joanna enjoys to dance as she is a tap/jazz and ballet dancer. Joanna is very excited to have Charlie join the family because this means more Luke Bryan concerts in the future!
Jorge Flores
Groomsman
Jorge and Charlie met through Jess his sister. Through the years they have bonded over events, concerts, and family outings. Which are fairly constant through Jessica’s side of the family. One of the best memories is going to the Lady Gaga concert, were six of us were a stuck in the parking in a five person Jeep for 3 hours (CitiField, go figure). The jokes were never ending and the only thing to get us through those three hours. Jorge’s best personality trait would have to be his wittiness.
Karen Villafan
Bridesmaid
Karen is Jessica’s cousin. While Jess and her family moved from Mexico to New York when Karen was a baby, Karen and her mom came to live with them for a few years in New York when Karen was about 6 years old. After this Karen and her mom Moved to California, while they grew up on different coasts they still maintained a close bond. There were moments when they would see each other in Mexico and for a few months when Jess went to school for a semester in Cali. Recently, they have grown closer due to family loss. Jess and Karen are both excited to share this memory together and look forward to more memories together!
Tim Conley
Groomsman
Tim is Charlie’s cousin and Tom's younger brother. Tim and Charlie’s relationship grew much closer when Charlie and his dad moved in with Tim’s family to Massachusetts. A memory that sticks out the most was going to see a band Saosin and taking the train Massachusetts to Maine. Upon arriving before the concert they went into a restaurant only to see the band eating at the same restaurant!
Lauren Harju
Bridesmaid
Lauren was the first friend Jess made in sixth grade. Jess went to a completely new middle school than her previous classmates. Lauren and Jess clicked immediately and have been friends since. Between hanging out at each others houses, spending time together over the summer, they have maintained a close friendship. One of their favorite memories (other than Italian class with Ms. Notaro) was eighth grade when they were working on cars for tech. ed. class. They were in the classroom trying to get a huge bottle out that was stuck. They both kept tugging at this bottle until it fell on the floor, with paint splattering EVERYWHERE. They cleaned as best as they could with rolls of paper towels and pretended nothing happened. Jess is so happy to add this new memory to their long friendship.
Joseph Bryant
Groomsman
Joe is Charlie's cousin and Bill's younger brother. The relationship between Charlie and Joe started to grow after each family event. Charlie's favorite memory of Joe is going to Christmas lunches at our grandfather's house and laughing so hard about events happening before our eyes. Even though they do not see each other as often due to conflicting work schedules they always try to make some time to meet up with each other.
Patricia Anaya
Bridesmaid
Patricia and Jessica have known each other since kindergarten. They immediately became best friends and their mothers also became close friends. All throughout elementary school they remained close. During middle school they went to different school but still remained close and would have weekly sleepovers. Every summer they made a yearly trip to Six Flags with Jess' family. Throughout high school and college they still maintained a close friendship. Jess is beyond happy that this will be another special memory to add to their long friendship. Patricia is also Alejandra’s older sister.
Tom Conley
Groomsman
Tom is Charlie's cousin and Tim's older brother. They are a bit over a month apart Tom’s Birthday is October 1st, Charlie's November 20th. Tom and Charlie’s relationship grew when Charlie moved in with Tom's family (Charlie's aunt, uncle, and his brother [his cousin Tim]) in MA. His favorite memory of Tom was hanging out in his parent's basement, pulling out a phone book and prank calling people. Charlie still has that CD and laughs so hard every time.
Alejandra Anaya
Bridesmaid
Jess has known Alejandra since Alejandra was a baby. This is because Alejandra is Patricia’s younger sister. She has watched her grow up into the amazing person she is today. All throughout their childhood they maintained a good friendship with sleepovers that included Patricia as well. There were many trips to the movies, to get ice cream and just spending time with each other’s families throughout the years. This is another lovely memory to add to their long friendship.
William ‘Bill’ Bryant
Groomsman
Bill is Charlie's cousin and Joe's older brother. Bill and Charlie's relationship grew closer and closer during each family gathering that they had. Charlie's favorite memory of Bill was when Charlie was 8. Bill and his brother, Joe came down to visit Charlie's family in Fairfield where they lived at the time. Charlie remembers being fascinated with talking to Bill about robots. Bill used to build them and Charlie thought that was the coolest thing. It still amazes Charlie!
Jacqueline Gudmand
Bridesmaid
Jackie and Jess have been friends since the Gap Jackie worked at merged with the one Jess was working at. They became close thanks to all the closing shifts they worked. They would have to work certain events together. One was at a gym promoting the new workout gear. That was were they met this trainer who was in American Ninja Warrior and to this day they still have his business card. While they both eventually left the company they maintained a strong friendship which brought them closer when Jackie's daughter, Soleil was born. Jess is very excited to have Jackie (and Soleil) be a part of this day!
Wigberto ‘Berto’ Santana
Groomsman
Charlie and Berto met through his fiance Jess. Their friendship began when once The Hulk met Superman, they both dressed up for Ines' daughter's birthday party. Since then they have been friends ever since. Charlie's favorite memory of Berto was at Charlie's 30th birthday party, Berto stayed the whole night. Charlie knew right then that Berto is an awesome guy and a good friend. Berto's best trait is his reliability.
Ivelisse Delgado
Bridesmaid
Ive and Jess met in their pre-calculus class. They became quick friends and bonded over how they did not understand the professor's tech assignments or how they would stay up late trying to figure the assignments out. This led to them meeting up every so often and even some parties. What better way for a friendship to develop than with a mutual frustration over pre-calc? Jess is beyond excited to have her in her bridal party and add this new memory added to their friendship!
Leonardo Molina
Groomsman
Leo and Charlie met at work when Charlie first started. Leo had come in to help out at the store Charlie was working at the time. Leo and Charlie’s friendship grew once Charlie left that store and started at a different store. Charlie really enjoyed the stories Leo would tell about crazy stuff that had happened the night before.
Lily Bryant
Bridesmaid
Lily is Charlie's younger sister and Jess' soon-to-be sister-in-law. She works for MTC and spends most of her time throwing parties for grown up theatre nerds. She is thrilled for the happy couple and can't wait for the big day!
Dileep Chandran
Groomsman
Dileep and Charlie met during Charlie's first year at Norwalk Community College in Business Law class. Dileep and Charlie stayed in touch and soon became really good friends, now going on ten years. One of Charlie's favorite memories of Dileep was one night they went gone bar hopping, the first bar they went into was a biker bar. They felt they were in the sons of anarchy.
Leo
Ring Bearer/Usher
Leo is Jessica's cousin. He is such a character! He enjoys playing baseball and watching his favorite baseball team The New York Mets. He is a huge sports fan that is not limited to just baseball; he loves football and wrestling just as much! Jess and Charlie love him so much and are so happy to have his as their ring bearer!
Julian
Ring Bearer/Usher
Julian is Jessica's cousin. This adorable, spunky boy has been a source of light, love and laughter for both Jess and Charlie. He is very outgoing and has an infectious smile. He has many interests which include reading and taking care of his dog, Oreo. Jess and Charlie are beyond excited to have him be a part of their special day!
Soleil
Flower Girl
Jess met Soleil about a month after she was born. She is the daughter of one of her closest friends she made while working at the Gap, Jacqueline. Soleil is an adorable girl and she has a bright and spunky attitude. Soleil is a huge baseball fan especially for her favorite team, The New York Mets. She also loves her little brother, Dean. Jess and Charlie are beyond happy to have her as their flower girl!