Katherine & Vincent
Wedding Party
Mario Conte
Best Man
"Well, we are cugine! We always would hangout together being close in distance and from rival towns (Plainedge vs Bethpage) I’d always root for my cousins town where also my mother and uncles went there. Our past time was going to all American burger!"
Melissa Meade
Maid of Honor
"Ever since our moms forced us to have a sleepover before we started 4th grade, Kate & I have always known we’d be best friends for life! From being BFFL Bunnies gossiping on top of the slide at recess, through 3-day TV marathons with homemade Rice Krispie Treats, to helping her pick out her wedding dress, we’ve been together through all the peaks & valleys of life, & there’s no one I’d rather have by my side for all the big milestones & every moment in between <3"
Thomas Shields
Groomsman
"I was forced into this relationship, I had no say whatsoever. Thankfully, Vin turned out to be a great guy!"
Samantha Shields
Bridesmaid
"Kate is one of three of my sister-in-laws, but I instantly appreciated her as a fellow middle child. Kate is kind and empathetic, creative and passionate, and great with people (why do you think she has 13 bridesmaids!?). From the very beginning, she has always made me feel included in the family. Whenever we talk, she's all in, and I can tell how much she cares. I enjoy any time the family is all together, but really appreciate the small moments when Kate and I get to talk one on one."
Nicholas Antonelli
Groomsman
"Having Vin as a brother in law and having someone to talk sports with at family events is awesome. Only problem is that he’s a Niners fan but I can look passed it for family. We hit a Mets game together a couple years ago which turned out to be a great day with great vibes (besides it being a Mets game). The only thing that could of made it better is if Vin rolled with me instead of his car breaking down on the way home!"
Liz Antonelli
Bridesmaid
"Kate is one of my baby sisters, yes, they will always be my baby sisters no matter how much they grow up! Kate has always been able to sing like nobody's business & hum a little too much! She tells way too many puns and delivers the worst comebacks ("Ya face!") but despite that, I am so excited and proud to watch Kate step into the next chapter of her life with Vin. They have proven to be the perfect match in every way!"
Ryan Purcell
Groomsman
"Vin was the first person I met at our Summer Camp job when I first started 7 years ago. We were in the same group and we clicked instantly. Not only was he a great leader and mentor, he became a better friend than I could’ve ever imagined. He’s always there when you need him and makes you feel valued and appreciated. Beyond excited for him and Kate on their special day!"
Emily Shields
Bridesmaid
"My little sister has always been a mix of mischief, heart, and comebacks that are sometimes too heavy on the puns. Kate and I have the unique experience of both being a middle child in our family, and growing up with her has never been boring. Whether we were playing dress up (even well into our adult years) or laughing until we had tears in our eyes about something nonsensical, she’s always been there for me. I’m so excited (and a little emotional, let’s be honest) to see her start this new chapter—especially knowing that she’s found Vin, who has proven to be the perfect person to keep up with her antics."
Kyle Stamm
Groomsman
"I met Vin because my girlfriend, Kate’s sister, keeps renewing my trial for this family subscription plan before Kate even downloaded him yet. Basically, I showed up to family stuff, got comfortable, and then suddenly there was this new guy, like a surprise expansion pack. At first I thought he was just visiting, but then he kept coming back and now I guess we’ll be bros by law or something. Honestly, if I hadn’t started dating Sarah, I might’ve never met the guy. So, shout out to the Shields!"
Sarah Shields
Bridesmaid
"I first met Kate when I was born, since she’s my big sister. One of my favorite memories is when we shared a room with bunk beds, she’d make shadow puppets on the ceiling with “Mr. Munchie,” who would pretend to eat mine. Even though we didn’t always get along, I loved when she’d (reluctantly) play with me, whether it was sorting our Dories (the rubber bounce balls) or putting our Squinkies in Pop Pop’s Matchbox cars and making them drive around. Those little moments are still some of my favorite memories with her."
Robert Iacono
Groomsman
"Met Vin after I started dating Claudia. We had a big family dinner at their house. Vin comes up from his room and at first I was nervous but immediately, he made me feel like family. From talking sports or just life in general, Vin is always kind and welcoming!"
Claudia Porcaro
Bridesmaid
"I am lucky to have watched Vin and Kate’s love grow from the beginning. The joy and pure love they share is so special. With that being said, my favorite memories with Kate, have to be picking on Vin at the dinner table haha!"
Ozar Razo
Groomsman
"I met Vin through his sister Bella. My favorite memory together is laughing at the table, eating pizza, playing cards, and just having a good time. Excited for Vin and honored to be apart of his special day."
Bella Porcaro
Bridesmaid
"When I first met Kate, Vin brought her home for dinner. She was quiet, but had this big, warm smile & laughed at everything we said. The more she came to the house, the more I saw how sweet and genuine she was. She fit in so naturally with us & I couldn’t be more happier to have Kate as a sister!"
Joseph Venezia
Groomsman
"I met the groom through Mario Conte, and ever since we went to Holy Trinity for that baseball camp, our family like friendship was sealed."
Becca Colwell
Bridesmaid
"Kate and I first met back in 2017 through our college show choir, and from the moment we connected, we’ve been inseparable. What started as singing and dancing turned into a lifelong friendship filled with adventure, laughter, and countless unforgettable memories. Whether we are braving white-water rapids, screaming our lungs out at Six Flags, or simply enjoying lazy afternoons in my backyard, every moment has been special to me."
Michael Bovino
Groomsman
"Vin and I became friends through our friend group a long time ago, but we became extremely close when he and I started playing video games together. There wasn’t a day that went by that we weren’t in a Playstation party together either playing together or just hanging out. Vin will always be in my fireteam!"
Melissa Barbara
Bridesmaid
"I met the bride through doing something we both love, singing and dancing in our college show choir. For a decade after now we've both been able to watch each other grow in that respect as well as many others. Kate has given me the opportunity for countless new life experiences I will always cherish. Whether it’s a road trip or trying something new she's always up for an adventure keeping life fun and exciting!"
Shawn Palmer
Groomsman
"I met Vin when we were just little toddlers in pre school. Growing up we always felt and acted like family, which I truly treasure. My favorite memory with Vin is when his dad would take us to go go karting or paintballing or honestly my entire childhood from playing pick up football, stick ball or even when we would have to be the measuring sticks for the friend group. To me our friendship has always felt more like a brotherhood."
Abigail Rentas
Bridesmaid
"The tried and true enemies to platonic lovers trope (although I don't think it was ever truly "enemies"). Who would've guessed years of trauma and stress of putting together shows for all of about 40 people would create years of friendship!? My favorite memories with Kate will always be the sleepovers at Robert's house and all of us just being 1 collective idiot throughout the night. Although, being in Disenchanted with Kate (and Iris) will always hold a very special place in my heart, shout out to the hours spent in the car just talking and screaming KPop Demon Hunters. <3"
Matthew Ferrara
Groomsman
"My favorite memory with Vincent was when we adventured to New Park Pizza and shared a nice telepathic conversation while we were “under the influence.” To this day neither of us cannot recall anything that happened in that conversation, but we were both on the same wave length weezing the juice, and sharing the greatest pizza on this wonderful planet."
Kristy Gange
Bridesmaid
“It's crazy to think Kate and I have known each other for almost 9 years already! I'm forever thankful to the SJC Showchoir-The Shockwaves for introducing us! I was a little nervous to join a new club mid year but Kate was someone who immediately made me feel welcomed. She's been the definition of a true friend all these years later. She's someone I can always count on to vent, laugh, or cry with and everything in between. We have so many amazing memories, countless inside jokes and belly laughs that I'm so grateful for! I'm honored to be apart of Kate and Vin's special day and I'm so excited to celebrate!”
Peter O'Malley
Groomsman
“I met Vin back in high school, where our friendship started through football and baseball. We spent countless hours on the field together as teammates, building a bond that carried well beyond school. One of my favorite parts of our friendship now is coaching football together. TEXAS FORVER!”
Iris Santos
Bridesmaid
"Kate and I met through our mutual love of music. While the beginning was a little rocky, our friendship was built through the triumphs and defeats, the epic highs and lows…of college show choir; and it has only grown since then. Whether it’s having drunk therapy sessions under a dining table, or risking our lives in the Hudson River for peanut butter wraps, or just sitting in the car for hours talking about everything and nothing at all, I know that Kate is a friend who will always have my back."
Nicholas Marino
Groomsman
"How we met: Vin Titan and I met at our summer job back in 2015 and have been friends ever since. Memories that followed are beach trips parking Taylor’s Jeep on the sand, insanely competitive board game nights, virtual video game sessions, trips to video game conventions, and Pokémon card store runs!"
Robert Broome
Bridesman
"Kate and I met in our freshman year of college when we both joined the show choir! On top of killing it on stage together, some of my favorite memories included being the most iconic President/VP duo, chilling in empty classrooms in O’Connor Hall eating KFC, skipping class to get brunch, and all of our teaching classes together! I am so grateful we have still stayed such close friends and am so excited to be a part of her big day! 🫶🏻"