Wedding Party

Lina Vinder

Matron of Honor

Hello, my name is Lina and I am absolutely honored to be in Tracy and Coogan’s bridal party and to be by their sides on their big day! I have known Tracy since we were in elementary school and it’s been beautiful to see how our friendship has blossomed over the years. We have so many cherished memories together and have been on so many delightful adventures together. Sometimes, it’s hard to figure out if I’m the Lucy to her Ethel or vice versa, but perhaps that’s the best part about our friendship: we make sure to let each other live a little. I’m truly grateful to have her in my life and know there’s still many more shenanigans to come! Being asked to be part of this wedding is truly special to me. It means that Tracy has found her person in Coogan and I’m so very happy for the both of them! He’s such a wonderful person! I liked him from the moment I met him! I can’t wait for their wedding and to celebrate their love with all their friends and family!

Alexandria Alterio

Bridesmaid

Hi! My name is Alexandria and I met Tracy in college in 2007. We met through my then boyfriend, now husband, Nick who had gone to middle school with Tracy. Over the past 16 years we have bonded over our shared love of Barbies, tea parties, S’mores, corn dogs, and vintage fashion. I have made so many fun memories with Tracy over the years. From all the Paint & Sip classes that we have taken to running in the Color Run together (well Tracy ran, I was more of a slow jog). I will never forget the time that we went to the Lilac Festival and discovered our mutual love for corn dogs! I also cherish all the times that we have gotten “dolled” up be it for The Arties or a trip to the Buffalo Zoo! I am so excited to be a part of this big day for Tracy and Coogan.

Jenna Dalisay

Flower Girl

I am Uncle Coogie and Aunty Tracy’s niece. My favorite memory of Uncle Coogie and Aunty Tracy is when we walked around Washington DC at night. May 12 is actually my birthday so I turn 10 on the wedding day! I love singing and learning new things. When I grow up I want to be a teacher and fashion designer. I am so honored to be Aunty Tracy’s flower girl!

Sam Dalisay

Ring Bearer

"I am 7 years old and live in Idaho but I was born in Pittsburgh. I am Uncle Coogie and Auntie Tracy’s nephew. I love snowmobiling, the Steelers, Disney, fast aircraft and Top Gun. I am excited to be the co-ring bearer with my best friend/ cousin Skielor!"

Sarah Dalisay

Bridesmaid

Hearing my brother first describe Tracy is among my favorite memories. When pandemic restrictions lifted and I could finally travel to meet Tracy, I could see how her infectious enthusiasm had already changed him for the better. I can’t wait to stand beside Tracy as we welcome her into the family.

Kati Fuller

Bridesmaid

I've known Tracy almost as long as I've lived in Buffalo. I came for college and stayed for the friendships I made. Tracy is the friend I know I can turn to for travel and adventure. The friend I know I can count on to be a partner in mischief and fun. Tracy is one of a kind, full of love and light, my friend with an infectious laugh and a twinkle in her eye. I'm delighted that Tracy found Coogan, who is just as amazing as she is. Here's to many years of happiness to you both

Stephanie Messina

Bridesmaid

My name is Stephanie and I met Tracy at some unspecified time in our childhood. I truthfully don’t remember a time when I didn’t “know” Tracy. When we were kids, we played softball together, but we were fortunate to be brought closer over the years by musical theatre and our school’s various drama club productions. I love Tracy’s energy, and her friendship over the last 20+ years has meant the world to me. From seeing Kelly Clarkson in Albany, to overdoing it at the wine festival, Tracy and I always have a wonderful time. We always connect and have a great time together like we haven’t spent any time apart, even if we haven’t seen each other in a while. Tracy was my maid of honor when I said “I do” to my husband, and I’m so happy to stand by her side as she marries Coogan! I wish you both a lifetime of happiness together!

Mariah Reese

Bridesmaid

"I first started hearing about Tracy back in September of 2020. Coogan was instantly smitten & right from the start the way he talked about her made it clear this was more than just a casual thing. After a little Facebook snooping I decided she was too good to be true & had to meet her for myself. As we were on different sides of the border, COVID made meeting her impossible, so I had to settle for spending the next year exchanging Facebook comments & texts with Tracy. I fell more in love with Tracy with every exchange. Finally, once the borders opened back up & Coogan was able to visit for the first time, he brought this wonderful lady along with him to meet me & the fam. The first time we met I probably cried for 5 minutes because it was so surreal. It didn’t take long to realize she is EXACTLY how Coog made her out to be - a wonderful, magnetic, charming, & lovely lady. She spent the weekend with us & fit into our crazy/weird family seamlessly. My boys were calling her “aunty T” within a few hours. Skie was so smitten with her that to this day he refuses to leave her side when they are together. All of our time together has been as comfortable & easy as if she’d been part of our family our entire lives. From a family nap on the sofa on a rainy NOTL day to Trick or Treating around town, Tracy has been my sister since day one. I am so excited to have her officially join the family & can’t wait for many more family get togethers."

Casey Wild

Bridesmaid

"My name is Casey Wild and I met Tracy in February 2008. I actually met Tracy and my husband Sean the same night! How lucky am I? Tracy was a bridesmaid at my wedding in 2013 and I’m so happy to be returning the honor. She is a great friend: always open to new fun experiences, genuine and kind. She is so full of life and emits a joy that is unparalleled. It almost makes me want to be a Disney princess right along with her... almost. I am so happy for her and Coogan and can’t want to celebrate!"

Joe Semanoff

Best Man

The stage was set. The lights were on. The audience was saturated with the sort of bored anxiety typical of talent shows, and Coogs and I took our seats with no fanfare. A little last minute tuning of the guitars and we looked at each other. Would we kill it? Would we Rock? Would the jazz flute I had hidden up my sleeve fall out before my electrifying solo? Weeks of practice were about to be tested. With a mutual nod, we dove into our song. And moments later, with the crowds on their feet, our masterpiece tune stuck in their heads for at least the week to come, we walked off the stage...and into legend. I'm excited to be here as Coogs walks into a new legend with Tracy, and wish them the best

Jeff Dalisay

Groomsman

Beau Lamb

Groomsman

Despite hailing from the mighty Pacific Northwest, Beau -- Coogan's favorite cousin -- first crossed paths with Coogan in the humid Atlantic Southeast. During that time Coogan and Beau became connoisseurs of Super Nintendo, lazer tag, and stealing the TV remote from Mariah. Sadly, those halcyon days have long since passed and we have become weary tavelers in search of a place to rest our cap and call home. I am happy to announce we have found both those things and our incredible significant others. Cheers to Tracy and Coogan!

Saxon Reese

Usher

I’m 12 going on 13. I live in Ontario but was born in Florida. I like to play sports like football, golf, volleyball, soccer, golf, handball and baseball. I really like to read books and watch shows, I really like cooking and I’m very optimistic. As for my relationship with uncle coog, this is going to take a while…he taught me my first guitar chord, he taught me old Norse runes, and a little about Chinese. We talk about mythology a whole lot. I love watching retro movies with him. I like playing sports with him, I like cooking with him. He is a great person to be around on Halloween. He is the kind of person who can be friends with anyone. I am really excited to make memories with my soon to be aunt Tracy. In addition, I am excited to be their usher. I forgot to say I'm uncle coogs nephew.

Sebastian Reese

Groomsman

Hey! My name is Sebastian. I am the oldest nephew to my uncle Coog. I'm a senior in High School and swim on a university team. Some of my best memories with Uncle Coog is spending Halloween with him, and the Christmas he gave me the Calvin and Hobbes collection. I'm very excited for the wedding and to be a part of it, but I'm especially happy to have Tracy as part of our family!

Skielor Reese

Ring Bearer

I’m 9 turning 10 and was born in Jacksonville FL. I like talking about Soccer with uncle coog, it always brightens my day. I love when he is watching me play sports and love learning different languages with him. I also like watching movies with him and soon to be aunt Tracy. I love getting hugs from aunt Tracy and love when she visits.

Josh Snyder

Groomsman

Robert Reese

Officiant