Fernando & Suzanne
Wedding Party
Maggie Cornelius
Maid of Honor
Hi, I’m Maggie, and I’m the Maid of Honor! Suzanne and I met in 2017 while working at Francesca’s. Since then we’ve spent an endless amount of time planning spontaneous trips, sneaking food into movie theaters, and keeping each other honest. I’m so excited to celebrate Suzanne and Fernando at their wedding!
Christian Meneses Zurita
Best Man
Hi everyone! My name is Christian, the grooms best man. I've know Fernando for about 10 years now. Honestly, I can't quite remember how we first crossed paths, whether it was because we shared the same history class or was it because we both practically lived in the library during our time at Fox. But, what I do remember is what solidified our friendship, he took care of me that one night (IYKYK). Since then, I've had the privilege of watching him grow personally and professionally.
Magdalena Selle
Bridesmaid
Hi, I'm Magdalena, better known as Marzi. I've known Suzanne since 2013 when we became fast friends and sisters when I lived with her and our family for a year as an exchange student. Although I've only been able to meet Fernando a few times, I am so excited for this new chapter in their lives. I am so excited to be able to celebrate them both this fall.
Anthony Nehren
Groomsman
Hey everyone, my name is Anthony Nehren and I'm one of Nando's groomsmen. I met Nando back in undergrad, and soon we ended up living together during one of the best years of my college education. Nando's been a staple in my life ever since.
Katie Carlson
Bridesmaid
My name is Katie Carlson. I have known Suz since 2013 when she and I met through the Oregon Ambassadors of Music. Through OAM, we got to tour and perform in the choir throughout Europe and it's true that those who sing together, stay together! After the trip we stayed in touch and ended up rooming together for 2 out our 4 years at George Fox University. Through all of these experiences and more, Suz has been the best friend and support a girl could ask for and it's an honor to be apart of her and Fernando's special day!
José Miguel Velázquez Figueroa
Groomsman
Hey, my name is Jose, and I am the grooms youngest brother. Fred has always been there for me every step of the way. From just play soccer as kids to helping me get into University. I feel extremely great full to be part in this special moment! I wish my older brother the best, just like he does for me.
Maddie Pirkl
Bridesmaid
My name is Maddie Pirkl, also known as Mads. Suz and I met in university and became fast friends while living together Senior year. Since then, we've gone on many many adventures together both near and far, having a blast the entire way. Since she and Fernando started dating, I've had the privilege of adding a new friend to my roster in Fernando. So I am thrilled to support them on their big day, and I'm so excited to see what kind of adventures these two lovely people get up to next!
Salvador Velázquez Figueroa
Groomsman
Hello my name is Salvador, and I am the groom's brother. I have been fortunate enough to share a marvelous, noble, and joyful childhood with him in Mexico as kids... and today as men I get the opportunity to be part of and share this memorable moment with him and his fiancée, Suz.
Lauren Thomas
Bridesmaid
Hi, I'm Lauren! While Suzanne is actually my cousin, she has always been my built in sister! She is such an important part of my life and I’m so thankful to be a part of her and Fernando’s big day. Excited to see their partnership grow for years to come :)
Lioba Paul
Bridesmaid
Hey, I’m Lioba and I couldn’t be happier to celebrate Suz and Fernando! I met Suz during the most unexpected time… in 2020, while the whole world was on lockdown. Who would have thought I’d meet an American girl in Germany who would turn out to be a life long friend? It was an instant match and since then our friendship has grown more and more even though so has the physical distance between us as well, but you know what they say “distance makes the heart grow fonder”.