Lauren & Justin
Wedding Party
Alyson Schenz
Maid of Honor
Casually was forced into sharing my bedroom with her for 13 years straight. Luckily I was able to con her into nightly back scratches. We had our years where we couldn't stand to be in the same room and now we're two peas in a pod. Aly used to be the shyest one in the room and now she can be seen starting the dance party.
John Lima
Best Man
Best friends since '83. Been kind of a big deal in the Justin’s life for the last 36 years. Some may know him as Big John, Justin however, refers to him as dad.
Ashley Smith
Matron of Honor
Thanks to the spelling of our last names and alphabetical seating in home room, Ashley and I became friends 13 years ago. We talk every day, have weekly wine nights, and now watch the little peanut crawl around while reliving our glory days singing along to Disney movies.
Brian Santimauro
Groomsman
Back in the summer of 1997, the Lima Family was cruising down the street and found a couple of boys trying to play road hockey. They stopped and asked them for directions. Later that week, Justin went knocking on the kid's front door asking him if he wanted to learn how to really play some hockey. They've been friends ever since.
Coco Pettiford
Bridesmaid
Most energetic friend of all of us. Cokes is always down for a get together. Whether it's a chill night at the house with a bottle of wine and some puzzles, brunch followed with day drinking, happy hour and snackies or a casual dinner.
Mike Sabrowsky
Groomsman
Met about 7 years ago and was a pivotal person in the Justin's life and they've been acting like children ever since. Go to golf buddy and there to root on the Wolverines. Go Blue!
Allison Sheffield
Bridesmaid
Don't let Sweet Al's RBF catch you off guard. She is definitely staring at you. Just stare back, crack a joke about her bop and become best friends over some brews.
Brandon Smith
Groomsman
Long lost friends that met a short 4 years ago. Justin knew Brandon was a keeper when he found out he likes hockey and also worked in the restaurant industry. Together they try and keep their sanity while trying to tame the storm of "LAshley".
Hanna Lavallee
Bridesmaid
Did someone say Happy Hour? Don't turn your back at the bar or you may find yourself with a wandering Hanna sneaking rounds of shots for everyone. Fun fact: Hanna was actually out with me the day that I finally had the guts (liquid courage) to text Justin for the first time.
Tionn Nash
Groomsman
The only memories I can remember in full detail about Tionn are how he would come to every hockey game and record me playing so that way he could make Justin recruiting videos for college hockey. Or how every. single. time. the Lima family mentioned going to Outback, there just happened to be a knock on the front door and Tionn was there and ready for some steak.
Alicia Upperman
Bridesmaid
You can always catch Snooks cheering on any Cleveland team with Titos in hand from her sorry person. Missing our daily walks to the espresso machine and wine tastings in Italy.
Justin Schenz
Groomsman
Instantly knew they were going to get along, considering they share the same name. But the witty, sarcastic jokes that came along with the name made it even better. Now they both have someone to entertain them during family gatherings.
Jess Lima Almeida
Bridesmaid
I knew Jess and I would become friends before I even met her. After Justin met my best friend Ashley, he told me that Jess was the perfect blend between the two of us, and he couldn't have been more spot on. So glad to be officially joining the fam.
Brandon Almeida
Groomsman
Justin knew he would fit into the family when they found out about his passion for food.
Addison Smith
Flower Girl
Greatest little addition to our weekly girl's night. I'm not sure if she loves her Auntie Lauren more or if I love her more. Her cute little scrunched nose and smile will light up anyone's face.
Ella Almeida
Flower Girl
Justin's spunky and sassy little niece that brings so much joy to everyone in the room.