Wedding Party
Chris Reed
Co-Best Man
Chris and Paul first met all the way back in Middle School in New Jersey, and Chris is one of Paul's Best Friends to this day. They both played Ice Hockey and when High School came around, they both played Varsity for 3 years. Chris and Paul had a strong friendship form during these years. Once they went to College, Paul was lucky that Chris was only 2 hours away from Scranton at Penn State and their friendship continued whether it be traveling to each other's school to party or going to a PSU Football game. Even when Paul and his family moved back to California, Chris was the first friend of his to make it all the way out here and they continue to play Golf and hockey to this day. Paul loves Chris' family and wishes the entire Reed Clan could be with us on our Special Day.
John Carlson aka Carl Johnson
Co-Best Man
John and Paul also first met all the way back in Middle School in New Jersey, and John is one of Paul's Best Friends to this day. John also played on the High School hockey team with Paul and Chris, and this group formed a formidable trio on the ice. Even though John went to College in Boston, he would still go out of his way to make it to Scranton for some unforgettable times! John and Paul have a close bond together for everything they have in common and will always have each other's back no matter the situation. Paul visited John when he lived in Hawaii and was part of his incredible wedding in Cancun, not Cabo. Without John in Paul's life, things would be very different and Paul knew without a doubt that John had to be in his corner when his wedding day came. Mahalo !
Brian Ludvigsen
Groomsman
Paul met Brian, who goes by the name Luddy for short, in 2005 at the University of Scranton. In college you never know who is going to turn out to be trustworthy, honest, loyal, but also fun to be around and have common interests. Brian and Paul became friends early Freshman year and were both part of a larger group of friends. Brian and Paul lived together for 3 of 4 years at Scranton, and Brian turned into such an important and special friend. Luddy is from Staten Island, NY and is also a diehard Rangers Fan. They have been to games in Montreal and at The Garden as recently as Jan 2nd 2019. He is one of Paul's most grounded friends and has always been there to support Paul when he needed it. Paul is lucky to have Brian as a friend, and be one of his Groomsman on this special day!
Jonathan Frenzel
Groomsman
Jonathan is 1 of 2 younger cousins to Raissa and is part of the Schurawel Family. Jonathan currently goes to college at the Stevens Institute for Technology in New Jersey, ironically the same school that Paul's Father, Warren Suggs, went to. This really was an amazing connection between the Suggs and Schurawel Families. Although Paul first met Jonathan as a teenager, Paul sees him today as an equal - growing into an incredible person and human being and wanted a part of Raissa's family to be by his side. Paul enjoys telling Jonathan about the fun times he had in College , and looks forward to building his friendship with Jonathan and couldn't think of a better person to be by his side !
Gregory Amendola
Groomsman
Greg and Paul first met here in California back in 2014 when they used to live in the same apartment complex of 4 units. This was truly a crazy and fun time they had and although at first they did not have much in common, they enjoyed each others company and have developed a great friendship. Greg loves his Trucks and Off-roading and is very technically skilled with Cars. Greg introduced Paul into his larger group of friends here in OC and often they all BBQ together. Greg invited Paul to be part of his wedding, although not in the Bridal Party as Raissa was a Bridesmaid for his wife, Alex. Paul appreciates Greg's grounded attitude, his say it how it is mentality and looks forward to more amazing times. Go UCLA Bruins !
Truffles !
Usher
Truffles is the fur son of Raissa and Paul. At the age of 10 years old, Truffles' hobbies include laying on the couch at all hours of the day, barking at the fed ex driver, and snuggling with mom and dad.
Katrina Schurawel
Maid of Honor
Growing up Katrina was always the cooler older sister and Raissa the annoying little sister. They would steal things from each other’s room and get in arguments here and there. Now they are not only sisters but best friends. They can read each other better then anybody else and Katrina is always there for Raissa at any time and any hour. Raissa wishes everyone could be by her side on this special day, however, nothing beats having her sister by her side every step of the way.
Ana Hudson
Bridesmaid
At the age of 9, Ana and Raissa first met in church. Ana thought Raissa was a Hanson brother in disguise which was fitting since they were both huge Hanson fans! Raissa and Ana connected immediately and have been best friends since. They have been through it all with one another and know each other better than anybody else. Ana has a huge heart, is one of the kindest people you will ever meet, and is always there when you need her. When you are around Ana it's like a big hug and Raissa couldn't imagine going through her big day without that feeling.
Katie Ross
Bridesmaid
Katie and Raissa started their friendship in Kindergarten. Katie and Raissa were always up to something whether they were hiking in Mammoth or playing tennis in the streets with Halloween masks on in the middle of summer. She went on a bbq tour with Raissa in 2015 where they traveled from Austin, Texas to South Carolina. Naturally being the bbq best friend she is, she now lives in Texas with her beautiful family. Katie is someone who goes after the challenges and has always been someone Raissa looked up to. No matter how far apart they are, when they these two get together it is like no time has passed!
Brigitte Pouchet-Angon
Bridesmaid
Brigitte came into Raissa’s life when Raissa was looking for her first job after graduating college. Brigitte interviewed Raissa for a job at DryBar and the rest is history. Shortly after Raissa was hired, they realized they both loved a good theme party and could always find something to laugh about. Raissa cherishes that she is not only guaranteed a laugh when she is with Brigitte but is also guaranteed a friend that will always be there for you. She was a boss who became a friend who became a sister. It was Raissa’s honor to stand beside Brigitte on her big day, and Raissa knew she would be with her on her big day!
Sia Frenzel
Bridesmaid
From the moment Sia was born, Raissa felt a connection to her cousin. She has watched her grown into the beautiful intelligent caring woman she is today and the two have created a bond that doesn't need words. She is not only a cousin but more like a sister to Raissa. They can always lean on one another and Raissa enjoys the times they can get together and catch up. Raissa couldn't imagine her wedding day without her cousin there!