Merrill & Gabriel
Wedding Party
Gabriel Soto Cornejo
Groom
The Man of the hour!
Merrill Spain
Bride
(Soon to be De Soto!)
Ryan James Wyndham
Best Man
Also my best friend!
Thomas DeGraba
Man of Honor
Hello there! I’m Thomas, and I’m honored to be Merrill’s man of honor! Merrill and I met in high school and have enjoyed pastimes such as Halo Reach custom games, counting fatalities in Sharknado, and watching Vin Diesel live his life a quarter mile at a time. I’m so excited for Merrill and Gabe and I can’t wait to stand by them and celebrate them on their wedding day!
Jeffrey Thompson
Groomsman
My hero on more than one occassion!
Suzi Blake
Bridesmaid
Hi, I'm Suzi! It is an absolute joy and honor to be a bridesmaid for Merrill on her big day, surrounded by our best friends. From hours of loitering in the high school art room as teenagers, gaming together in college, (a few failed book clubs...), and countless holiday celebrations as adults, it has been an amazing journey. While she may cheat in Halo, the laughter and camaraderie we’ve shared over more than a decade make it all worthwhile. Merrill and Gabe are truly perfect for each other, and I can't wait to see what comes next in their adventure!
Max Spain
Groomsman
Sharpest dressed!
Kayla Hoffman
Bridesmaid
Hi, I’m Kayla! I’m so excited to be a bridesmaid for Merrill’s big day! We met back in high school at soccer tryouts and quickly bonded over practices, games, and countless laughs. Those moments and the years following turned us into great friends, and I’m beyond honored to stand by her side as she marries her love. Can’t wait to celebrate with everyone!
Aaron Huie
Groomsman
Classy and Sassy!
Mary Farrell
Bridesmaid
Hi, I’m Mary! I’m so excited to be one of Merrill’s bridesmaids! We met back in high school and spent countless hours laughing around the art room tables together. I’m thrilled to be standing by her side as she gets married, and I can’t wait til we can celebrate together!
Emanuel (Manny) Borja
Groomsman
A Celebrity walking among us!
Carolina Borja
Bridesmaid
Hi, I’m Caro—Gabe’s little sister and the photographer behind a handful of their favorite photos! Getting to capture the love between Gabe and Merrill has been such a joy for me. From behind the lens, and from getting to know her, I’ve watched how she brings out the best in my brother—he’s truly never been happier. I think she's the best choice a sister could ask for as a sister in law. Merrill is so thoughtful, kind, and endlessly caring, and I couldn’t be more excited to officially welcome her into our family. I can’t wait to celebrate the start of their forever together!
Andrew Ricchini
Groomsman
Made with REAL cheese
Hannah Platt
Bridesmaid
Salutations! I’m Hannah, and I met Merrill at work back in 2019, where we bonded over our shared love of baking, books, and painting (basically all the cozy things). Since then, we’ve spent countless hours watching our favorite shows, playing board games, and enjoying way too much good food and wine. I’m so excited to cheer her on as she starts this next amazing chapter with Gabe!