Wedding Party

Sam King

Bride

Jesse Gifford

Groom

Kaitlyn Johnson

Maid of Honor

I met Kaitlyn when we were put on the same soccer team right before kindergarten. We were barely 5 years old when we met. We have had over 20 years of adventures and memories. Kaitlyn is more like a sister than a best friend. I couldn't imagine getting married without her by my side! -Sam

Tommy Gifford

Best Man

Tommy is my younger brother. We have grown up together playing football, basketball, running track and fishing together. We have shared many laughs on the field as well as on the water. Picking him to be the best man was not a difficult decision. -Jesse

Amy Gifford

Bridesmaid

Amy is Jesse's younger sister. I met Amy when I was a Freshman in High school and she was 6th grade! I have had such an amazing time watching her grow up into the amazing woman she is today. Amy is moving back to Seattle this fall to pursue her Master's in Laboratory Medicine and Pathology. -Sam

Christopher King

Groomsman

Christopher is Sam's older brother. We have become close over the last six years despite our differences in sports teams and favorite athletes. I am very excited to officially call him a brother on Sept. 23rd! -Jesse

Marisa Flores

Bridesmaid

I met Marisa the first time I flew out to Illinois to visit Jesse at Greenville University. Jesse and I are now the godparents to Marisa and Andres's two babies, Brock and Maia. Marisa and I bond over our love to drink wine and poke fun at the boys. -Sam

Andres Flores

Groomsman

Andres and I met in college in 2013. We were both recruited to play football in Greenville, Illinois and met during summer camp freshman year. Fast forward to present day and Sam and I are blessed to be the godparents to Andres and Marisa's son and daughter. -Jesse

Jess Stefonowicz

Bridesmaid

I met Jess on my very first day of College at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Jess and I quickly became best friends, roommates and even coworkers at Hardrock Cafe, Waikiki! Jess is now a nurse in Ann Arbor, Michigan. -Sam

Kaleb Slaven

Groomsman

Kaleb and I also met in 2013 in Greenville, Illinois thanks to football. We constantly call each other now to share stories about work and to check in with one another. Kaleb is an ER nurse and is making the trip all the way from Southern California for the big day! -Jesse

Natalia Ramirez

Bridesmaid

Natalia and I met in class Sophomore year of college at the University of Hawaii at Manoa! We were both aspiring teachers. We immediately became best friends and coordinated every class together going forward. Natalia is now a first grade teacher in Seattle, Washington. -Sam

Andrew Nichols

Groomsman

Andrew and I met in 2014 during a crazy time in both of our lives. Our family's at the time ended up living together and bonding over sports and fishing. Throughout the years, Andrew has continued to be a part of the family. He will be traveling all the way from Phoenix for the big day! -Jesse

Dakota Regan

Officiant

Dakota and I met in 2010 playing football at Carlmont. Throughout the years, we have gone on countless trips, have held legendary parties, and continue to do so to this day. When you think of a personality that is needed to be the glue on such a big day, Dakota is the guy. Sam and I are very fortunate to have such a genuine person to bring us together on the 23rd! -Jesse

Canyon Regan

Groomsman

I often tell people that Canyon is my other younger brother. From building bonfires, to fishing all across the country together, we have created a lot of priceless memories together! This will be Canyon's first wedding that he is a part of and I could not think of a better one to be his first! -Jesse

Maia Flores

Flower Girl

Maia is Marisa and Andres Flores's daughter, as well and Jesse and my Goddaughter. We are so happy that she arrived just in time to celebrate her Nina & Nino’s wedding. -Sam & Jesse

Brock Flores

Ring Bearer

Brock is Marisa and Andres Flores's son, as well and Jesse and my Godson. We have had two and a half years worth of fun memories with Brock, and can’t wait to make a new one in September. -Sam & Jesse

Eryk Puzon

Usher

Eryk is my oldest nephew and my brother, Christopher and my sister-in-law Jeymmie’s, oldest son. It has been so amazing watching him grow up. He is heading back for his sophomore year at the University of Oregon with the goal to pursue Product Design. -Sam

Icey Puzon

Usher

Icey is my youngest nephew and my brother, Christopher and Sister-in-law, Jeymmie’s youngest son. Icey will officially start his senior year of high school this fall. He hopes to attend the University of Hawaii at Manoa (My Alma Mater!!) next year. 🤞🏽 -Sam

Selby & Jeymmie King

Flower Mama & Daughter

Jeymmie (sister-in-law) & Selby (niece) are my flower mama & daughter. I am so thankful to have them both in my life, and can’t think of a better duo to decorate the aisle with beautiful flower petals. -Sam