Wedding Party
Samantha Hipp
Bride
Rayme Lacy III
Groom
Jessica Veilleux
Maid of Honor
Sam and Jess were randomly selected to be college roommates in 2018 and have been best friends ever since. They share a love for line dancing and singing loudly in the car together. Sam does not think that FAU would have been the same without Jess, nor could she imagine it. Whether it was when they lived down the hall from each other, 3 hours away, or 1,200 miles, Jess and Sam have been like family to each other for years. Jess will always feel like a sister to Sam. It is such a special friendship that Sam could not think of a better person to be by her side as her maid of honor (and it has given the two a great excuse to see each other through the distance this year).
Brendan McCarron
Best Man
How does one describe a guy like Brendan? Assigned as Rayme's roommate when they both started at King's Point, it was evident early on that they would become inseparable. The bond between them only grew as they went through college and it led to them starting the same job in Savannah, where they continued living together until they once again worked together in the maritime industry. These two are almost closer than brothers. Brendan is the most loyal, kind, and maybe crazy friend that Rayme has. Anyone who is lucky enough to meet Brendan will immediately recognize the dedication he has to his wife, son, and friends.
Haley Buck
Bridesmaid
Haley and Sam met in high school when someone said they might get along well. They were right. Haley and Sam were fast friends after that and have been close ever since. Out of high school, they both spent an enormous time together during their freshman year of college at Washington State University with almost identical schedules and majors in education. Even though they live states away, they remain insanely close and talk daily. Haley's friendship remains one of the greatest things to come out of Sam's time in Washington.
Jackson Lacy
Groomsman
Not everyone is as fortunate as Rayme to grow up with someone like Jackson. One of the most outspoken, generous, and funny people to exist, Jackson has always been a huge part of the groom's life. Whether it was them terrorizing the Lacy household growing up or their interesting shared humor, it is clear that they were always destined to be close. The admiration that Rayme has for his brother for being such a strong willed individual will never fade.
Sarah Merrill
Bridesmaid
Sarah and Sam met their junior year of high school on the tennis team. While always teammates, they became especially close their senior year when they were chosen to be co-captains together. They have often joked that they are each other's "twin flames" throughout the years. Ever since then, the two of them have remained close friends through many adventures, phone calls, and visits across the country to see each other. Sam cannot wait to have Sarah with her on the big day.
Zachary Switzer
Groomsman
One of the groom's first friends after moving to Florida, Zach (Zswitzzz) has been with Rayme from what seems like the beginning. From little league football to high school lacrosse, they have grown a bond that is rare. The Switzer's and Lacy's have been through many of life's difficulties together and it has only made Zach and Rayme closer. The groom couldn't ask for a better friend that would drop anything to be there for him.
Hannah Dietrich
Bridesmaid
Sam and Hannah met through a church group during their college years at Florida Atlantic University. They quickly realized they would be fast friends through many games of sand volleyball, coffee dates, and watching good movies. When Sam started commuting to school her senior year, She stayed part-time with Hannah. In that tiny apartment, through lots of inspirational chats, Hannah was truly an important part for Sam getting through her senior year of college. She could not go through her wedding day without Hannah either.
Gabe Iula
Groomsman
Gabriel and Rayme were the most unlikely of pairings for roommates at King's Point, but it spawned a uniquely close friendship. They would share most classes during college and tear up the local bar Bennie's on the weekend. Gabe is the one most hardworking, selfless, and intelligent people that the groom has the honor of knowing. Rayme is very adamant that without Gabe, he never would have graduated from King's Point. Having a friend like that is priceless.
Sarah Barnaba
Bridesmaid
Sarah and Sam have been close since the day they met at FAU. When they are around each other, it is hard to stop the laughter and jokes between the two of them. There were lots of nights of movies, studying, volleyball, and dinner dates together. Sarah is one of the most selfless people Sam knows, always putting her friends first, and she couldn't imagine her wedding day without her.
Brendan Welch
Groomsman
Brendan Welch (Belch) and the groom have been great friends for most of their childhood. Starting off as neighbors they quickly developed a tight friendship that would continue well into adulthood. Brendan’s humor, intelligence, and loyalty to his friends are the reason why he can light up a room. Whether its at a shooting range, golf course, or a bar, you cant ask for a better companion than Brendan.
Grace Neary
Bridesmaid
Grace and Sam's friendship is one of the most precious things to come from Sam's future husband. Sam and Grace met shortly after Sam and RJ started dating due to Grace being his former classmate. Since then, the two girls have had countless adventures together ranging from concerts, to many girls' nights, to braving the flu together in Charleston. Grace is one of the most impressive women Sam knows and Sam looks up to Grace's boldness in life. One of the biggest blessings of meeting RJ, came in the form of Grace's fierce friendship.
Mike Zurlo
Groomsman
Mike and Rayme spent the first two years of college only knowing of each other, but became extremely close as they came back from their final cadet sailing. Sharing the ups and downs of Kings Point together made these two as close as brothers. Mike’s devotion to his friends, easy going nature, and signature laugh are only a few of the many qualities that make him a great man.
Amanda Koplovitz
Bridesmaid
Amanda and Sam met through Grace Neary and quickly became close. Amanda is truly one of the sweetest human beings anyone could meet in life and Sam feels very honored to be a part of that. Whether it's helping her patients as a nurse, or helping Sam move into her new place, Amanda is always there for people. The two share a love for Taylor Swift, all things girly, and people who attended USMMA. Sam could hardly contain her excitement in asking Amanda to be one of her bridesmaids.
Andrew Starling
Groomsman
One of the groom’s first friends at Kings Point, Andrew and Rayme grew extremely close. Whether it was as roommates in 1st Company or teammates on the rugby pitch, these two always knew how to have a good time. Andrew can be described as hardworking, funny, and lucky as he always got out of any trouble that found him at Kings Point. Rayme is very thankful to have someone like Andrew at his side for the big day.
Maia Warren
Bridesmaid
Meeting through mutual friends (Thanks Grace Loose), Maia and Sam have been inseparable ever since. The two have become best friends doing many activities together. Whether it's going to pottery and trader joes, going for runs, or sharing a bottle of wine, the two are usually together with some sort of activity. The groom has even claimed they are "attached at the hip". Maia and Sam met months after the engagement, and yet, Sam could not picture her wedding with Maia by her side, giggling like sisters the entire time.
Matt Zurlo
Groomsman
Often called the better looking Zurlo, Matt (Crabby) is one of the best friends that Rayme had made during his time at Kings Point. Sharing many good memories during their time there and beyond, these two have created a lifelong friendship. If you are lucky enough to know Matt, then you are aware of how hardworking, caring, and funny he is. Rayme is lucky to have a friend like this by his side.
Grace Loose
Bridesmaid
Grace (or Gralo as we like to call her), met Sam through mutual friends (Thanks Grace Neary). The two quickly saw that they enjoyed being around each other. There is always easy laughter around Gralo, and the two share many fun memories of pickleball, running, beach day, and bananagrams. Gralo and Sam can usually be found at the beach together, playing mermaids and dragging everyone else into the water. Gralo and Sam also met months after the engagement but have quickly become so close, Sam could not possibly stand at the alter without Gralo.