Wedding Party

Juan Rafael Sanchez

Father of the Bride

German Rivas

Father of the Groom

Gloria Elizabeth Candamil

Mother of the Bride

Elsa Rivas

Mother of the Groom

M e i l y n n

Matron of Honor

Mei has adopted the bride as her "sister from another mister" since they were 11 years old. Shellby knows that a friendship like theirs is one in a million! In the bride's words " Mei has a heart of gold".

R u d e n z

Best Man

Rudenz is Ney's first friend in life and will always remain so. As the grooms younger brother, and only a year apart, Rudenz and Ney have faced many of the same adventures, challenges, and successes growing up. Rudenz has in many ways had a lasting effect on the grooms life.

M i c h e l l e

Matron of Honor

The summer before 8th grade, Shellby ran over to Michelle and said " I shall call you my best friend, and it will be forever"! and she was right! that was one of the bride's best decisions in her lifetime! Michelle's kind and wise words keep the bride sane.

O m a r

Groomsman

Ney's best friend since high school! Always down to talk, and spend quality time with the groom. The groom and Omar share a lot of the same interests and convictions in life; which has led them to become more like brothers than anything else. In fact, they are often asked if they are brothers - in which they respond, yes. Omar is husband to Estefania Serrano (a bridesmaid) and proud father to Sofia (the ring bearer).

N a t a s h a

Bridesmaid

Natasha is Shellby's cousin, current roommate, great friend and co caregiver to Teddy. Natasha makes sure the bride drives safe and is always helping her find her keys!

J o e l

Groomsman

Joel is Ney's brother-in-law and one of his best friends. Joel has had the unique experience of watching Ney grow into adulthood. Joel has been present in the grooms life since the groom was in middle school. Throughout the years their friendship has grown into one of genuine brotherly love. Want a good laugh and someone to always have the groom's back? Call Joel.

E l s i b e l

Bridesmaid

Elsi, is Ney's sister but also Shellby's as well! From the start she welcomed the bride with open arms into the family. Since then, the moments, laughs, friendship and memories that they have created together have changed Shellby's life for the better.

A d r i a n

Groomsman

This man here has been making the groom laugh since their college years. With his funny laugh and genuine interest in the groom's well being, Adrian is truly a great friend and wise counsel to the groom. Although they haven't lived in the same place since undergrad, the groom and Adrain always make time to visit or talk to each other. Adrian is a proud father of a little boy and loving husband.

S t e p h a n i e

Bridesmaid

Although Stephanie is only 3 months older than the bride, from the very beginning of their friendship she has taken care of Shellby like a little sister, always with a kind heart. Stephanie is Omar's wife and mother of Sophia.

J o n a t h a n

Groomsman

Jonathan is more than Ney's cousin, he is a lifelong friend! Always down for some crazy adventure, the groom and Jonathan have been getting into trouble since their kindergarten years. Jonathan has always been there for the groom when needed, and continues to be an integral part of the grooms life.

G i s e l l e

Bridesmaid

The bride calls her "flaca bella" and she loves her! Giselle came unexpectedly into the bride's life when she needed it most, and provided a genuine friendship that the bride will always cherish!

A l e x a n d r a

Jr. Bridesmaid

Alexandra, or "Alex" is Shellby's younger cousin. She brings so much laughter to everyone's life and has an overabundance of energy that people can't help but to be attracted to her company. The bride is excited to share this special day with her.

M e l a n i e

Jr. Bridesmaid

Melanie is also Shellby's cousin, and she fills her life with joy! She is feisty, but don't let her fool you, she has a kind heart. Her and the bride both share a love for music and have lots of fun together!

R a c h e l l e

Jr. Bridesmaid

Rachelle is Shellby's cousin as well and they share a sweet bond. For more than half of her life she lived in the same house as the bride. Shellby witnessed her many childhood stages, and she couldn't be prouder of the lovely young lady she is turning out to be.

A r i a n n a

Flower Girl

Sweet Arianna is the baby of the family. She is 1 of out 2 flower girls and as wild and lovely as a 4 year old can be. She is also the bride's cousin, and Shellby can't wait to see her walk down the aisle in her cute dress spreading the flowers.

E l i a n n a

Flower Girl

Shellby couldn't be more honored to have Elianna as flower girl #2. She is Shellby and Ney's life long friends' daughter. The bride babysits Elianna every so often so her parents can have date nights, but also so Elianna and Shellby can have some fun quality time.