Wedding Party
KEVIN MUNIZ
Groom
Groom Kevin is the life of the party! He loves having a great time with friends, tearing up the dance floor at any opportunity he gets! Kevin is a passionate person, who dedicates himself to learning as much as he can about every subject imaginable. His favorite hobbies include watching MMA fights, playing video games, and getting a workout in on his punching bag. Kevin loves his family, particularly his nieces and nephews that mean the world to him. He is thrilled to be able to have all his friends and family in one place together to celebrate this huge milestone in his and Kayleigh's life. You are likely to find Kevin leading a heartfelt toast in celebration of this exciting new chapter of life!
KAYLEIGH DISTEFANO
Bride
Bride Kayleigh cannot wait for the big day! Organized and meticulous, she always takes the role as party planner, creator of vacation itineraries, and girl's day organizer. Kayleigh enjoys traveling, reading, and all things creative. Kayleigh loves her friends and family deeply and dedicated to making the relationships in her life stronger every chance she gets. She is thrilled to spend the perfect day celebrating her and Kevin's love with all the people most important to them! You are likely to find Kayleigh dancing with her new husband and singing their favorite songs at the top of their lungs!
WILLITO MUNIZ
Best Man
Brother of the Groom, Willito is loyal and dedicated to his brother and entire family! Oldest of the siblings and father of two, he values family time over all else. Willito takes his role as Best Man seriously and you'll be sure to find him making sure the Groom has the best day of his life!
MARISSA CARUSO
Maid of Honor
Best friend of the bride for the past 12 years and former roommate, Marissa has been there for it all! She is always down for any impromptu adventure and is an amazing and supportive friend to not only Kayleigh but Kevin as well. She is right there by their side whether its a random sushi date, movie night, or last minute vacation! The life of the party, you'll find Marissa making sure the bride stays awake past 9 o'clock on the big day!
JAMES PEREZ
Groomsman
James and Kevin have been friends since they met on New Years day over 10 years ago! Over the years they have built a strong friendship and have bonded over things like video games and talking about their favorite anime shows or Game of Thrones! You'll likely find James cheersing beers with friends over by the bar!
SYDNEY DISTEFANO
Bridesmaid
You'd never believe it based on height, but Sydney is the little sister of the bride! With an 11 year difference, they are opposites in many ways, except (unfortunately for the rest of the family) for their ability to be the loudest in the room. Sydney, a Umass Amherst student, is creative, smart and loves to learn and travel. You'll find her sneaking treats off the dessert table!
NICK EYRICH
Groomsman
Nick has been a friend to the Groom for 20+ years! They love to talk about & watch MMA fights together and Kevin truly values his creativity, humor, & loyalty. You'll find Nick sharing funny memories of him and Kevin over the years with guests!
ASHLEY LADORE
Bridesmaid
Cousin of the Bride, Ashley and Kayleigh grew up like sisters! They've shared many great memories over the years, most memorably all the trips to their grandparents in Vermont where their would adventure through the trails on the quads together. Ashley loves animals and currently has 3 adorable dogs, a cat, and ducks! She is caring and kind and Kayleigh is so honored to have her a part of her big day! You'll most likely find Ashley on the dance floor with wine in hand!
JJ DURAND
Groomsman
JJ & Kevin have been friends since childhood. The two of them were part of the greatest dodgeball team West Haven has ever seen & were two time champs! Kevin appreciates JJ for his work ethic, sense of teamwork, and willingness to learn and grow. You'll find him capturing all the special moments with his friends!
CHRISTINE AYUSO
Bridesmaid
Sister-in-law to the Groom, it took no time for Christine to become like a sister to the bride. With an infectious personality and a kind heart, she is always willing to go the extra mile to make sure you are having a great time! Christine is an amazing mother to her two children and the best person to have in your corner! You'll find her getting the party started as the first one on the dance floor!
JOHN TORRES
Groomsman
Longtime friend of the Groom, John and Kevin have built many memories over the years spending nights out together downtown. He is always cracking jokes and Kevin values what a loyal & supportive presence John is in his life! You'll likely find him at the bar leading a toast to the Bride and Groom with a group of friends!
JENNIFER MUNIZ
Bridesmaid
Sister of the Groom, Jennifer and Kayleigh became fast friends! She is a go-getter, with a huge heart and always has your back! Kayleigh loves girls days with her & Christine where they share laughs over a few bottles of wine. Jennifer loves her family more than anything and is an amazing sister and an even more amazing mother to her 3 beautiful children! You'll find her living' it up on the dance floor surrounded by family!
NICK CENTORE
Groomsman
Friend of the Groom, Nick, makes up half of the undefeated beer pong champions along with Kevin! They both have had many days creating memories over lawn games with friends, and Kevin describes Nick as kind and understanding. You'll find him tearin' up the dance floor with the Groom!
DEANNA MACHADO
Bridesmaid
Friend of the bride for the last 12 years, Deanna and Kayleigh have been through so many phases of life together! She is supportive and always knows when you need a shoulder to lean on. A mother of two boys, she cares for them, works and is finishing up a degree- this girl can do it all! You'll find Deanna helping with the little things making sure the bride is worry free!
MIKE TUPKA
Groomsman
Mike has held a big role in Kevin's life for a longtime! The first words that came to the Grooms mind when asked to describe him were responsible, family oriented, & a great listener. He also knows how to have a great time and has shared many unforgettable memories with the Bride and Groom along with his wife (& good friend of the Bride) Nicole, their favorite being an amazing day at the Milford Lobster Bake! You'll find Mike searching for the best Pokemon around the mansion!!
ANJELISE MORENO
Bridesmaid
Niece to the Groom, Anjelise is sweet and funny! She is an amazing sister to her little brother and new baby sister, as well as a friend to her two cousins. Anjelise is immensely loved by both Kevin and Kayleigh. You'll find her hanging with her cousin Paris!
ANTHONY CALANDRO
Groomsman
Longtime friend of the Groom, Anthony is always down for a good time! Kevin appreciates how he says everything with humor. They have spent almost every Thursday together over the past few years playing poker with friends and love taking a trip up to the casino! You'll find Calandro making bets with the Groom over beers!
PARIS MUNIZ
Bridesmaid
Niece to the Groom, Paris is smart, athletic, and independent! She is an amazing sister to her younger brother, and a caring cousin! Paris is so loved by both the Bride and the Groom. You'll find her with her cousin Anjelise!
HUNTER TINSLEY
Groomsman
A former co-worker, Hunter and Kevin have created a strong friendship over the past few years. They've shared many memories grabbing tacos for lunch and bonding over their love for philosophy! You'll find Hunter grabbing seconds at the buffet!
AMIAH MORENO
LITTLEST BRIDESMAID
The newest addition to the family, niece Amiah will be celebrating her 1st birthday one month before Kayleigh and Kevin's big day! Already so loved by the whole family, she is an adorable and curious little girl! You'll probably find her getting lots of snuggles from family!
WILLIAM "PRINCE" MUNIZ
Ring Bearer
Nephew of the Groom, Prince brings the humor to all the family events. Mischievous and playful, he always has a new joke or funny comment to share. Usually sporting the biggest smile, he is impossible not to love! You'll likely find Prince making all the guests laugh!
JONATHAN "BOOBOO" MORENO
Ring Bearer
Nephew of the Groom, Booboo is sweet, kind and funny! With a smile that will melt your heart, he is a thoughtful and smart little boy who loves playing with his siblings and cousins! You'll find Booboo playing with Prince and dancing with his mom!
BARBARA DISTEFANO
FLOWER GIRL/ GRANDMOTHER OF THE BRIDE
Grandmother of the Bride, Barbara is the heart and soul of the DiStefano family! She is there for everyone selflessly and has been an amazing support and role model for Kayleigh throughout her life. Also known to us as 'The Boss' Barbara has shown unmatched love and support to both the Bride and the Groom and never hesitates to tell us what's on her mind. You'll find Barbara crying her way through the emotional moment while simultaneously telling us all what to do!
MARIE HOUSTON
FLOWER GIRL/ GRANDMOTHER OF THE BRIDE
Grandmother of the Bride, Marie has the quickest wit and funniest one liners! Her amazing sense of humor is only outshined by her loving and caring heart. She is adventurous, hilarious, and an amazing support to her family. Some of the Bride and Grooms favorite memories over the years are visits to her and grandfather Neal's house in Vermont spending time as a family! You'll find Marie making everyone cry tears of laughter all night long!
EVETTI WEED
Mother of the Groom
Mother of the Groom, Evetti is an amazing constant, & supportive person in Kevin and Kayleigh's lives. She is always looking out for them and has an indescribable amount of love for her family! Evetti has made Kayleigh feel welcome and part of the family from day one and the Bride and Groom both value all the family time they have spent together with her over the years. You'll find Evetti soaking up every happy moment of her son and new daughter-in-law's big day!
RICK & GRETCHEN DISTEFANO
FATHER AND STEPMOTHER OF THE BRIDE
Father of the Bride, Rick is the best dad any girl could hope for. He is kind, patient, supportive, reliable, and an amazing example to all around him. He is always there for both Kayleigh and Kevin( and Jackson) for whatever they need. His wife of 26 years, Gretchen, has been an integral part of the family for the majority of the Brides life. She can always be counted on to keep everyone on track and shares Kayleigh's love of corny jokes! They love days on their sailboat and most importantly their beagles! You'll find both Rick and Gretchen sharing laughs with their family and close friends probably over a good IPA!
MICHELE HOUSTON
Mother of the Bride
Mother of the Bride, Michele has been Kayleigh and Kevin's number one fan throughout the span of their relationship. On many occasions she has been overheard gushing about how much she loves the way Kevin looks at her daughter. She is the first person they call when they need help with a creative project or help with Jackson! Michele is very artistic, with talents in painting, drawing, jewelry making and more. She also loves all animals, particularly horses and dogs. You'll find Michele (probably unsuccessfully) trying to hold her tears in watching the Bride and Groom on their special day!
William Muniz
Father of the Groom
Father of the groom, William is excited to celebrate his sons big day! An avid Yankees and New York Giants fan, he passed down his love of sports to Kevin. William enjoys family time especially with his 5 beautiful grandchildren. You’ll find him enjoying a great time around the dining table with his family!