Shoshana & Andy
Wedding Party
Shoshana Gibbor
Bride
Shoshana is blessed to have met Andy and is grateful to be marrying him! Andy is kind, calm, and caring, just 3 reasons among many, why Shoshana loves him so much. She would like to express her thanks to friends and family for their guidance and love.
Andy Bailer
Groom
Andy is so excited to be marrying the love of his life, Shoshana. After meeting Shoshana in late 2017, he knew she was the one and could not be happier to be marrying her this November. He wants to thank his family and his friends for their love and support.
Terri Gibbor
Mother of the Bride
Terri is the proud mother of 3 daughters, (if you count Destiny, her 4-legged fur-baby, who follows Terri around the house like a shadow). She grew up on Long Island, studied Art, and when she was younger, lived in Israel for about 2 years (Fun Fact - Terri and Michael met in Israel on a Kibbutz in the North)! --- Thank You to this amazing woman, for her nurturing support, love, patience, understanding, and devotion. Momma Bear - you gave me the gift of life, and the space to spread my wings, because of you, I am me and I love and thank you from the bottom of my heart. Always your Baby Bear - Shoshana
Michael Gibbor
Father of the Bride
Michael grew up in England, a fact that Shoshana thinks is awesome, and one that Michael brushes off in a "whatever, not important" manner. He is one of the hardest workers she knows, and Shoshana has modeled her own work ethic from her father. Michael is fun-loving and values family above all else! --- Daddy, you'll forever be my Poppa Bear! I cherish all our memories and the lessons I learned from you, (whether direct or indirect), through watching your actions. You've always modeled how to be the best version of oneself, despite all obstacles. Thank you for always believing in me, toughening me up, & supporting me. Love always, Baby Bear - Shoshana
Darice Bailer
Mother of the Groom
Undoubtedly, moms deserve to be celebrated because they’re always putting others ahead of themselves. This sentiment only scratches the surface of Darice's depth and capacity for giving, caring, and nurturing. Darice is mother to 3, and the illustrious Bubba to 3 beautiful grandchildren. Darice is a celebrated children's author, grew up in Rochester, with 5 brothers and 2 sisters, and met Rick at Univ. of Rochester! --- Thank you for always being there in my life and always looking out for me. You always made me feel special and encouraged me along the way - Andy
Rick Bailer
Father of the Groom
Rick is undoubtedly one of a kind. He is unwittingly funny and charming to be around. He has also had a successful business career, where he spent 40 years in technology sales and leadership positions. He has been a supportive husband to Darice and amazing father to three children. --- My Dad has always been someone I look up to and admire. He has been there to support me since Day #1 and I am so lucky to be able to have him as my Dad - Andy
Danielle Gibbor
Maid of Honor
As Shoshana's older sister, Danielle's always been there & together, they've shared many memories! Growing up, Shoshana always looked up to her. Dani went to a beautiful college in CT...Shoshana ended up at that college's "sister school" in NY... Dani got a job working for a Jewish non-profit in NYC... Shoshana followed once again, when she decided to work at a Jewish non-profit... Shoshana is very grateful to have her big sister as her Maid of Honor!
Carrie Gordon
Bridesmaid
Shoshana's oldest friend, they grew up together, dreaming & scheming...whether it was singing 90's songs, pitching a tent in the backyard for sleepovers, or romping around the neighborhood and behind the creek... Shoshana can't imagine how dull life would have been, without Carrie in it! Shoshana misses Carrie, and her 2 kids, Jayden and Chloé, as they live in NJ, but relishes every moment she gets to spend with them, when home, visiting.
Nomi Mitchell
Bridesmaid
From colleagues to soul sisters - Shoshana & Nomi's friendship has been filled with giggles, secrets and sometimes tears throughout the last several years. Nomi is fearless in her pursuit for happiness as evidenced by her ability to follow her own arrow, wherever it points (even when that meant leaving the comfort of being near friends and family, to start building her own future in Atlanta)! These are some of the countless reasons why she is so admired by Shoshana.
Hillary LaMarche
Bridesmaid
From colleagues to soul sisters - Hillary & Shoshana's friendship has grown through the years. A compassionate, self aware, and wise-beyond-her-years friend, Shoshana's always been able share her vulnerabilities with Hillary. If it weren't for her, Shoshana may never have swiped right ;-) Hillary is a bad-ass Boss Lady, a recent graduate from B.C. Business School, and has newly moved to Arkansas to begin her corporate career. Add to all that, the planning she did for her own beautiful wedding this past September!
Kylie Fisher
Bridesmaid
Through the years, Shoshana's leaned on Kylie for her ability to be a nonjudgmental yet unapologetic, opinionated, & truthful friend. She has an uncanny way of using wit & humor to help Shoshana laugh at herself when she's made a mistake, that only Kylie would call her out on... It can be counted on that when they get together, it's an adventure. She is grateful for Kylie's brutal honesty & without her support, would likely have melted into a puddle of emotion a long time ago!
Laura Gilbert
Bridesmaid
Shoshana is excited to call Laura her soon to be sister-in-law! She is looking forward to seeing Laura more, as the Gilbert's will be spending the upcoming year in Boston! Laura is mother to 3 fun-loving, beautiful children!
Chloé Gordon
Flower Girl
Daughter of Shoshana's oldest & best friend, Carrie Gordon, Chloé will be 8 years old in July, 2019! Shoshana, (Auntie Shosh), can't believe how quickly Chloé is growing up and is honored to be able to involve her on this special occasion. She was born the same summer that Shoshana moved to Boston, and there isn't a day that goes by when Shoshana isn't reminded of how much she loves and misses Chloé (& her brother, Jayden too).
Lily Freed
Flower Girl
Lily, is the 3 year old daughter of Shoshana's friend and colleague, Marissa Feinman Freed & Dr. Jason Freed. Shoshana's watched Lily grow and she is the best test case for understanding the daily realities of being a toddler (and parenting one). Hanging out with Lily is always an educational and heartwarming experience.
Abby Gilbert
Flower Girl
Daughter of Laura and Michael Gilbert - Abby is Andy's (and soon-to-be) Shoshana's niece. Abby enjoys watching Paw-Patrol and her favorite character is most definitely Skye.
Ryan Gilbert
Ring Bearer
Ryan is Laura and Michael Gilbert's son, and Andy's (and soon-to-be) Shoshana's nephew! Ryan loves trains, trucks, and sports.
Rob Bailer
Best Man
Rob is Andy's twin brother...they've known one another since birth... Rob & Andy shared a room until 8th grade and grew up playing sports together. Andy & Shoshana feel lucky to have Rob living in Boston!
Michael Gilbert
Groomsman
Michael is Andy's brother-in-law. Andy's known Michael since he started dating his sister, Laura, in college. Andy remembers standing up next to Michael on his wedding day and is grateful to have his brother-in-law by his side to celebrate his marriage to Shoshana.
Stuart Dryden
Groomsman
Stuart is a friend of Andy's from high school and college. Stuart may live in D.C., but the distance has not deterred their friendship. Andy can rely on Stuart to make him laugh and is his only friend with whom he can reminisce about both Wilton HS and Miami Univ.
Dave Burnham
Groomsman
Dave is a friend of Andy's from high school. Every year they get together in June with 3 other friends to celebrate Dave's birthday. This has traditionally taken place on Fisher's Island, off the coast of New London, CT.
Mike Collins
Groomsman
Andy met Mike through Rob, his brother, and they became close once Andy moved to Boston in 2015. Mike and Andy are both quietly competitive and enjoy watching sports, such as football, together.
John Bailer
Groomsman
John is Andy's 1st cousin and friend. They share many memories and interests, including cycling. Together they participated in the Pan-Mass Challenge (a 190 mile bike ride). Despite the 15 year age difference and John's bad hip, they finished in the same time! Fun Fact: In 2004 John married his wife, Kim, at Wequassett!