Marc & Nayeli
Wedding Party
Citlali Garcia
Maid of Honor
I first met Nayeli when I was a few hours old. Little did I know that would be the beginning to a life full of adventures with my older sister/best friend. I had told her, before she went to college, that when she got a boyfriend I had to be the first person she told. I also gave her a list of requirements for her future boyfriend, one of them being that he had to be competitive and like to play board games. Nayeli kept her word. As I got to know Marc I discovered that he met all the requirements I had given. I am incredibly happy that they are moving to this next journey of their life together and I know Marc will be able to share wonderful moments like I did with her.
Lauren DeBolt
Bridesmaid
Nayeli and I met about 4 months after Marc and Nayeli started dating. Our family made a day trip to the beach in Galveston, and all I can really remember is Marc was eating his chicken nuggets with something other than ketchup. And if you know my littler brother, ketchup is life. So that’s when I knew, this is something serious. I couldn’t be happier for Marc and Nayeli, and I’m so excited to finally get a sister!
Franchesca Martinez
Bridesmaid
Before I became a Martinez I was a Garcia. Because of this, Nayeli and I had lockers right next to each other and so began a beautiful friendship. From that day, she became the sanity in my craziness (although I think my crazy rubbed off on her since then).
Andrea Batarse
Bridesmaid
St. Mary’s brought us together, and then we lived together at the Holik house. From late night talks to early morning breakfasts, becoming best friends has turned into a lifetime sisterhood fueled by Christ’s love, Cstat sleepovers, Mexican candy, and Bill Miller’s.
Brooke Doherty
Bridesmaid
Nayeli and I met when she hopped in my car to go house hunting- instant roommates, instant friends. Our friendship grew as we shared in our faith, our love of cleaning, and hatred of rats (hehe). I miss the days of eating grilled cheese and watching Friends with Naye and Marc, while of course finding any excuse to not watch Coraline. Thanks for always enjoying the simple pleasures of blowing bubbles and planting lil seedlings with me, as well as teaching me the meaning behind “small, but mighty”. I’m so happy to be able to join y’all on your special day- I love you both so much!!
Alayna Davis
Bridesmaid
Never have I felt so loved and welcomed as moving into the Holik House and becoming Nayeli’s (and crew) new roommate! Naye’s deep love for others, passion for learning, and dedication to her faith and serving others was and is a real inspiration to me. I always loved hearing Naye and Marc harmonizing and laughing at each other’s dumb jokes in the living room or jumping on the trampoline outside. I am so honored and so excited to be part of this beautiful, monumental, and much anticipated day!
Ana Gutierrez
Bridesmaid
Nayeli and I met in Spanish class during our first year at A&M! Our friendship then grew as we lived together for our last two years, where she prepared the best of meals and scolded me for never mopping. Despite our conflicting opinions on what “cold” means when adjusting the thermostat, I loved the daily sight of her braided hair, house slippers and oversized sweaters. Watching her fall in love with Marc was the greatest honor, so I cannot wait to see her marry the man that won her over with strawberry mac’n’cheese and a perfect pitch.
Linh Tran
Bridesmaid
Some of my fondest memories of A&M come from getting to know Nayeli personally and spiritually, from our study sessions at St. Mary’s and Lupa’s to spilling our hearts over tea and tostadas. Her radiant smile and faith has moved me far in mine, and is the best thing we have as we journey through the rigors of PA school together, 55 miles apart. I have no doubt that Marc is the man who can love her (and duet with her!) as deeply as she loves her friends and family. I cannot wait to stand (and cry) by my best friend as she finally marries the man of her dreams!!
Cecille Sorio
Bridesmaid
Before the start of our senior year in college, Nayeli randomly approached me in the St. Mary’s Student Center to see if I would be interested in helping her play music at an upcoming church retreat. We had never really talked before, but her unexpected and unplanned approach ended up being the start of a friendship that took root as we served at the retreat. Our random encounter in that student center blossomed into a friendship filled with cherished moments spent jamming together, praying together, exchanging tiny house plants, and spending late night FaceTime dates unhesitatingly dissecting our recklessly enigmatic worlds of intentional friendship, womanhood, and faith.
Laura Atamosa
Bridesmaid
Nayeli was my bunk mate for the 2017 St. Mary’s Costa Rica Mission Trip. During that time we bonded over food, music, religion, and many humorous events. Ever since then, I’ve considered her one of my closest friends with a friendship I never have to doubt. We the two best bb buds anyone could ever have hehehe <3
Jake DeBolt
Best Man
Marc and I are like two leaves in a salad... I assume; I don't eat salad. We're only 3.28 years apart and similar in many ways. We like the same things, think the same things, and even sound the same. I look up to him literally, and he looks up to me in pretty much every other way. It's been an honor to grow up with him and I couldn't be more proud of the man he is today. Please join me in praying for Marc and Nayeli as they prepare for this amazing adventure!
Tarik Garcia
Groomsman
Despite Nayeli being my older sister, people often mistake me for being the oldest of our siblings which has led me to feel a sense of responsibility over my sisters. When Nayeli and Marc began to date, I knew he would take care of her. Although Marc and I do not always get the opportunity to spend time together, I can tell they bring out the best in each other. I have enjoyed Marc as the new addition to our family and look forward to more talks about about the Rockets and the Spurs. (Go Spurs Go)
Kevin Stiller
Groomsman
When I was in second grade, the part of the day I looked most forward to was getting home from school, ripping off my backpack, and running down the street to Marc’s house to see if he wanted to hang out. Almost ritualistically, this trend continued all the way until high school, forging a friendship that I can say I share with none other. If there were jet powered sneakers that would allow me to run 1000 miles over to Marc’s house today, I would still be there knocking asking if we can hang out, overindulge on cream soda, sour cream onion chips, and play video games for hours on end.
Andrew Rivera
Groomsman
I was lucky enough to meet Marc at Pope John XXIII High School. Little did I know that Marc would become such an important person in my life. We shared so much in High School— from Lion Guard to whole weekends spent together (esp. at Palladium). Luckily, sophomore year of college I came to my senses and transferred to A&M where our friendship continued. I’ve lost count of how many songs I spammed him on Spotify for us to use one day for our crazy music lounge idea! Marc, I am so incredibly happy for you and Nayeli! I never thought it was possible, but Nayeli brings out an even better you. I can’t wait to see where life takes you guys from here. I couldn’t imagine a more perfect couple if I tried… apart from Katelyn and I. I love you both dearly, and wish you nothing but the absolute best!
Tim Wuenscher
Groomsman
My my...Marc what a guy...Raise your glass for this man. We met in high school, mostly forgot the other existed freshman year of college, then became roommates the following year. Waking up to Marc singing in the shower was the greatest experience of my life on a daily basis (the DEAAATH of a BAAAAACHELORRRR....OH OH OH...). It should also be noted Narc once microwaved a spoon. My favorite memory of the two lovebirds was walking into the Beach House after a long day and Marc and Nayeli were sitting on the couch eating chicken tendies staring at each other while some Fallout Boy was playing in the background. Best wishes to the happy couple. Love, Tim.
Shawn Guice
Groomsman
I have known Marc since we started high school together 11 years ago. Most of my memories are from cross country races, seeing Marc cross the finish line ahead of me, though our senior yearbook listed my time as two minutes faster than his (an error I’ve never admitted to him until now). We became even better friends in college, suffering through freshman year engineering courses. However my favorite memories are of endlessly antagonizing him while living at the Beach House. While he gave us ample material to make fun of - ask me for stories at the wedding - in reality I have always looked up to him. His cool confidence, his kindness to everyone he encounters, and his unconditional love for Nayeli are some of the things I admire about Marc and the reason he is one of my best friends.
Justin Sinclair
Groomsman
I first met and truly got to know Marc during our time as roommates in college. Over the next one and a half years of Beach House adventures and the many late night talks we had together I came to regard him as one of the most kind, genuine, and passionate men I have ever had the pleasure of knowing, even if he did let his alarm clock go off for hours most mornings. It has been an incredible experience seeing the love that he has for Nayeli grow over the years and I was overjoyed when I finally saw them engaged. I wish the couple all the happiness in the world and I can't wait to see how their love for one another continues to grow in the many years to come.
Greg Petershack
Groomsman
I am terrible at remembering when I met people, but I became friends with Marc and Nayeli on the same retreat weekend when we were all on music staff. We had little to do when we weren't playing, so we got to know each other a ton. We founded our band, Mudpuddles and Coral, which would go on to become a big success at open mic nights everywhere. I lived with Marc for two years of college, and he became a brother to me. Nayeli was always there to listen to me talk things through, and to knock me down a notch when I needed it. When Marc called me to tell me he was FINALLY proposing, I almost cried. These two truly have fought for each other, and embody the sacrificial love necessary to live out the sacrament of Marriage fully, drawing others to Jesus' heart in the process.
Andrew Myers
Groomsman
My first notion of Marc's existence was when I visited The Beach House when I was looking for a place to live during my first semester at A&M. I was sitting in the living room and I heard someone singing Panic! at the Disco. Yup, it was Marc and that beautiful singing voice of his! We got to know each other over that semester, during which I also met the great Nayeli! As a transfer student, I can truly say that they made me feel so welcomed in what was a very crucial transitional point in my life. Marc and I have lived together, off and on, since then and have seen each other grow into men. I could not be more happy to be a part of such an important part of my friend's life and I cannot wait to see Marc and Nayeli at the altar.
Giovanni Ontiveros
Groomsman
I was first introduced to Marc through Nayeli. When we met, it was apparent that we were not allowed to be anything less than really good friends. I won’t say that we were forced to get along, but Nayeli was insistent. She knew that I was in need of more friends, and so she decided to share the best one that she had with me. For that I am forever thankful. Through working together on retreat music, last minute Whataburger runs, and screaming the entirety of the Hamilton soundtrack (which he introduced me to), we evolved in a way that I couldn’t imagine was possible in so short a time. I no longer need to call him my friend’s fiancé. He became my friend, and a good one at that. I really enjoy the moments we get to spend together, and I only hope for more good times as the story continues.