Samuel & Kimberly
Honorable Guests
Michelle Martinez
Maid of Honor
Michelle truly needs no introduction. If you know Kimberly, you know that Michelle and Kimberly are stuck like glue! Kimberly could truly never ask for anyone as strong, loving, beautiful, and as confident as her sister. Michelle and Kimberly spend their time gossiping about work drama, giggling about their dumb jokes, and reading each other's minds. In another lifetime they are twins, but in this lifetime, we'll have to settle for Bride and Maid of Honor :)
Hannah Jewitt
Bridesmaid
Kimberly and Hannah met in the lulls of Covid in 2020 and it was truly the silver lining of the pandemic for them. They went from strangers to best friends at first sight and have been inseparable ever since. Their friendship is unconditional and they have taught each other the meaning of true platonic love. Kimberly is immensely grateful to have someone like Hannah in her life and on the aisle with her!!
Alaina Leith
Bridesmaid
Alaina met Kimberly at NIU where they went from strangers to roommates to best friends. They bonded over late night gossiping sessions, Disney movie sleepovers, and Alaina's cat Lucky. They spent so much time together that they can practically read each others minds! Living with Alaina formed a sister-like bond for Kimberly and she is so excited to have Alaina by her side on wedding day!!
Joanna Coveyou
Bridesmaid
Joanna is Kimberly's comfort friend. When they are together, Kimberly can be her truest, goofiest, and most affectionate self! Joanna and Kimberly met during their Junior/Senior year at NIU and experienced the pains of accounting together and the joys of college drinking! Kimberly loves, respects, and is constantly inspired by Joanna and she is grateful Joanna's fun and responsible personality will be supporting the couple at the wedding!!
Mckenna Pettigrew
Bridesmaid
Kimberly and Mckenna are childhood best friends. They met in the early years of middle school and have been friends ever since! Although they haven't lived near each other in awhile, their long-distance friendship has never failed to keep Kimberly smiling! They continuously give moral support and love to each other, regardless of the distance! Kimberly is so happy to have another piece of home by her side on wedding day!!
Isabelle Crenshaw
Bridesmaid
Kimberly and Isabelle have experienced so many "First-Time" moments in their life together. They met in early high school and went through all of college together and their moments of laughter, love, vulnerability, and friendship were endless. Kimberly is incredibly proud of the person Isabelle has become and Isabelle's fun, loving, creative, and easy-going personality is something Kimberly admires most. The couple is grateful to have Isabelle supporting them on wedding day!!
Stacey Guerrero
Bridesmaid
Stacey is Kimberly's cousin, but she has always been more of an older sister to Kimberly! As a kid, and even as an adult, Kimberly finds inspiration from Stacey in her courage, strength, beauty, and passion. Stacey's constant love and care has always pushed Kimberly forward and she is so excited to see Stacey cheering her on in November!
Amanda Aiello
Bridesmaid
Amanda is Sammy's sister and has seen the couple's relationship form over 12 years first-hand. Amanda and Kimberly spend their time together gossiping about boys, eating Amanda's delicious food, and rolling their eyes at her brother! Amanda has welcomed Kimberly into the Aiello family with open arms and Kimberly is eternally grateful to have Amanda supporting her during this wedding!
Chase Watson
Best Man
Chase is Sam's closest friend. They have gone through a lot together in such a short amount of time, they were roommates in college, and Sam even stood as Chase's best man at his wedding! Kimberly and Sam remain close to Chase, and his wife Avery, and know that he will make a great best man. Chase knows what Sam is thinking better than anyone but Kimberly which will prove resourceful on the day of their wedding. The couple is so grateful for their friendship with Chase and can't wait to have him by their side on wedding day!
Daniel Aiello
Groomsman
Danny is Sam's brother and together, they have gone through thick and thin in life. They are extremely different in many ways but similar beyond means in their love for each other. Sam and Kimberly are incredibly proud of Danny and the family he has created!! Danny lets people know how it is and will be essential to keeping everyone on track when it comes time for wedding day!!
Evan Fleischman
Groomsman
Evan is a rock of a friend to everyone he comes across. Sam and Evan met through Chase and even share the same birthday!! They were destined to be great friends and there is no one better to have a drink with and spend the night in deep conversation. He is great at letting people know when its time to get going which will be necessary on the day of Kimberly and Sam's wedding!! The couple is thrilled to have Evan alongside them!
Jon Eisenhour
Groomsman
Aside from Danny, Jon has known Sam the longest. From the late nights of middle school sleepovers to Kimberly and Sam's most recent vacation to his college town in Colorado, Jon is a great support to the Bride and Groom. Jon is also one of the best dressed and most clean looking individuals they know which will be a great help come wedding day to make sure everyone is looking their best!!
Wesley Gari
Groomsman
Wes has been one of Kimberly and Sam's best friends for a long time. He is the reason Sam got into water polo and has cared for the Bride and Groom since they got together. Wes is a quirky and extremely smart man with enough wit to ensure everyone stays smiling and laughing come wedding day. Kimberly and Sam have always imagined having Wes with them for their wedding and they cannot wait to make it reality!!
Marco Saucedo
Groomsman
Marco is the kindest and most thoughtful person Kimberly and Sam have come across. Meeting in college, Sam and Marco clicked instantly and got through many classes together. He fits into any crowd and can be the life of the party or sit on the outside and observe. Marco has excellent taste in music and will use that to get everyone in a lighthearted and excited mood for the wedding!!
Jason Stratton
Groomsman
Jason is a lighthearted and spirited person and he uses this to bring out the best in those around him. Sam is always appreciative of the inclusivity of his actions and his persistence to staying positive. Kimberly and Sam know he will be an excellent groomsman and use his vibrant personality to bring out the best of the wedding day!!
Andrew Martinez
Groomsman
Andrew is Kimberly's brother. Sam and Andrew have gotten close to each other over the 11 years Kimberly and Sam have known each other. Andrew and Sam have similar taste in music, games, and anime. They have built a great relationship and Sam already feels as though they are brothers. Andrew is an excellent photographer with a sharp eye and will use these talents on the wedding day to capture moments candidly for the couple to look at for years to come!
Cesar Mendoza
Officiant
Cesar is Kimberly's Uncle, Godfather, and role model. His unwavering success and drive has never ceased to inspire Kimberly and Sam. His love and accountability has pushed Kimberly forward in every aspect of her life and she value's his opinion and thoughts greatly. Cesar has constantly shown the couple love and support and they couldn't have asked for a more honorable person to officiate their wedding!
Leticia & Alejandro Martinez
Mother & Father of the Bride
Kimberly's parents are truly the parents you see in movies. Leticia is caring, intelligent, brave, and unconditionally loving. She puts her family before herself and would give the clothes on her back to anyone she loves. Her bravery and strength touches everyone she meets and Kimberly hopes to become even half the mother she is one day. Alejandro is a strong-headed, determined, funny, and loving man whose success and responsibility has constantly pushed Kimberly to reach for the stars. His leadership and creative mindset is something Kimberly has always tried to achieve for herself. Alejandro is sincerely a father and friend to any and everyone he meets!! Kimberly and Sam are grateful beyond words to Leticia and Alejandro and hope to become as wonderful parents as they are!
Mary & Jeff Patton
Mother & Step-Father of the Groom
The love and support received by Mary and Jeff is unwavering! Mary always has infinite love and affection for her family and offers nothing but positivity and warmth to those around her. Mary knew from the start that Kimberly and Sam were going to be together forever and she is truly the MOST excited about the couple's wedding! Jeff has been a rock for the Aiello-Patton family and has offered wisdom and knowledge to Sam throughout his life. Jeff is apart of the couple's 'Blue Group', where you can read more about Jeff's impact on the couple in the sections below. Mary and Jeff's overall love and support has pushed Kimberly and Sam into the right direction and they cannot wait to continue their journey as a family!
Sam Aiello
Father of the Groom
Sam has taught his son many lessons in life but the lesson of how to love and how to build a life for yourself and the person you love, has been by far the greatest. Sam is skilled at recognizing the bad but also seeing the solution and positivity in any scenario, to which he passed on to his son. Their relationship is not only father and son, but a deep connection of inspiration and friendship. Sam's tough mentality has pushed the Groom to be the best version of himself and be a man of pride. Kimberly and Sam know that Sam will continue to push us on for years to come!
BLUE GROUP
Something Old, New, Borrowed, & BLUE!
The following people are apart of the couple's "Blue Group"!! This is a new spin on the traditional phrase "Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, and Something Blue" where Kimberly and Sam's "Something Blue" is going to be a group of honorable people who have impacted the couple greatly and deserve recognition. They have asked this group to wear brighter blues to the wedding and be honored by the couple to friends and family. Kimberly and Sam love these wonderful people so much and are thankful for all of their love and support!!
Dalia Aiello
Blue Group
Dalia is an incredibly special person to Kimberly and Sam. She is a loving wife to Danny and mother to their beautiful daughter Dalilah. Dalia's strength, clear head, and humor have earned her the blue group title and Kimberly especially is looking forward to have Dalia by her side as Kimberly becomes the next bride to an Aiello. Dalia is so loved by the couple and they cannot wait to have their pop of blue come wedding day!
Jeff Patton
Blue Group
A great and honorable man like Jeff comes around once in a lifetime. He has been an incredible mentor to Sam and a role model to everyone he meets. He welcomed Kimberly with open arms and has consistently showered the couple with guidance, love, and wisdom. His title in the blue group was given due to his commitment to family and support for the couple. Kimberly and Sam love Jeff endlessly and are looking forward to seeing his blue shining on wedding day!!
Jeremy Gunter
Blue Group
Jeremy started out as Sam's friend from water polo to becoming the one of the couple's closest life long friends. Jeremy's growth as a person and friend is what makes him so special to the couple and they are grateful to have his humor, love, and loyalty by their side. He is always ready for a night out together or staying in and cuddling the cats while playing Smash with Sam!! Jeremy's consistent support and friendship to the couple has earned his title of blue group and he will shine greatly on wedding day!!
Travis Catalina
Blue Group
Travis is the wildest yet most responsible man the couple has ever met. He is a best friend to both Kimberly and Sam and has given unwavering love and support to the couple. Travis and Kimberly met in late college at NIU and became inseparable. From 7am car rides to class, to midnight study sessions, to drunken uber rides, Kimberly and Travis are true best friends. Sam and Travis have bonded like siblings and can spend hours talking about any topic together. Travis is so deeply loved by the couple and his blue suit and amazing beard will keep everyone smiling on wedding day!