Philip & Samantha
Wedding Party & Others
Nicole Houck
Matron of Honor
Nicole is one of Samantha's three sisters. She is incredibly funny and bright. Nicole is also the mother of the ring bearer, Ryan, who was just born in June, 2023. Everyone is looking forward to her matron of honor speech!
Michael Delvecchio
Best Man
Michael and Philip met in 7th grade. Philip was in Michael's wedding back in July, 2021. Michael is ridiculously funny, and everyone is looking forward to some great laughs from his best man speech!
Lauren Massa
Bridesmaid
Lauren is Samantha's oldest sister. Although 14 years older than Samantha, she has always been a staple in her life. Lauren is the mother of the two flower girls, Juliana Massa & Mila Massa (featured in the photo). Mila is Samantha's goddaughter.
Evan Zaccheo
Jr. Groomsman
Evan is Philip's little (favorite) brother and was born when Philip was 11. He is a great baseball player, hockey player, and musician. Evan, Philip, and Samantha love to play board games and basketball together.
Kimberly Houck
Bridesmaid
Kimberly is Samantha's second oldest sister. Samantha officiated Kimberly's wedding, where she married Renee. They have two sons, Alex and Emmett (a.k.a. Bear) and live in Vermont, in the mountains.
Steven Johnson
Groomsman
Steven is one of Philip's oldest friends and introduced Philip to Samantha in 2016 when Philip was a senior in high school and Samantha was a junior. Philip and Steven frequently attend races in Watkins Glen together.
Brittany Bennett
Bridesmaid
Brittany is one of Samantha's closest friends. They were in the same accounting program at SUNY Oswego, but have grown from classmates to best friends.
Joseph Houck
Groomsman
Joseph is Samantha's twin brother (older by 5 minutes). He is super smart, loves science, and frequently talks to Samantha about outer space. Joseph recently went back to school to become a teacher!
Brianna Clark
Bridesmaid
Brianna and Samantha met through Brittany. They became best friends instantly. Brittany and Brianna have been best friends since kindergarten.
Jacob Messie
Groomsman
Jacob is one of Samantha's step-siblings. Jacob, Samantha, and her twin brother, Joseph, are 6 months apart and have grown up together since 2010.
Alicia Segarra
Photographer
Philip and Samantha hired Alicia as their engagement & wedding photographer. She is the one responsible for capturing the amazing engagement photos you will see posted across this website. Philip and Samantha are very excited to have her be apart of their special day.
Zachary Visco
Officiant
Zach is Samantha's cousin. He is from North Carolina, but lived in Syracuse while attending Upstate Medical School. Zachary recently got married himself! Philip and Samantha are so excited to have their ceremony officiated by family!