The Attendants
Officiant
Carey Rasmus
Carey first met Nikki when she interviewed at Achievekids. After working together the two became good friends. Over the years Carey, Nikki and Mario have spent a lot of time together building a special friendship. The three often are found sharing an episode of Survivor. Carey is doing the couple the honor of leading the wedding services.
Maid of Honor a.k.a Best Woman
Anita Laffoon
Anita is Nicole's older cousin who she considers to be more of a sister. Growing up together allowed these two ladies to have a bond that only family is capable of forming. Right after Nikki and Mario called their parents after the two got engaged Anita was the next one on the list. While standing by next to their tree, Nikki asked Anita to be her Maid of Honor. Anita is the mother of Reanna (a bridesmaid) and Hannah (a flower girl) and also the wife of Jack (a groomsman).
Bridesmaids
Tena Akers
Tena and Nikki met around 1999. The two of them were working for the same Adult Day Program. Over time the two formed an unbelievable friendship. Over the years the two have traveled as companions to a disabled man named Bill. This allowed us to see the world through his eyes. The threesome explored the Caribbean and
Raquel Walton
Raquel is another cousin of Nikki's who is classified more as a sister than a cousin. Nikki and Raquel grew up together in very close quarters. As kids Nikki, Raquel and Heath spent a lot of time together. Thus, creating a very unique relationship as adults. When Mario and Nikki got engaged, Raquel generiosuly offered to take the couples engagment pictures. Her photos can be found throughout the website and can also be seen at the wedding. On a side note Raquel is also the mother of Jordan (a ring bearer).
Rosemary Simone
Rosie and Nikki also met while working at Modesto CAP. The two took on managing the program together. Over the years the two continue to grow closer and closer. Now some ten years (plus) later, the two despite the distance remain the closest of friends.
Reanna DeLima
Reanna is the youngest of the bridesmaids. Reanna was born when Nikki was only ten years old. When Reanna was a baby, Nikki believed herself to be the "Other" Aunt. As a young girl Nikki always refered to Reanna as her "Monkey"
Finally, Reanna is old enough to be considered one of the grown ups.
Leah Radatz
Leah and Nikki met while working at Achievekids. The two of ladies started working within one day of each other in the same classroom. The two became close friends under unusually stressful circumstances. Although Leah is back in
Best Man
David Perotti
Dave is Mario's younger brother and being only two years Mario's junior, they grew up together in San Jose, CA playing any sport they could fashion with a ball. Dave is currently the Livermore High baseball coach and has two wonderful young boys, Colin and Jackson, with his wife Lisa. Mario has the distinct priviledge of "returning the favor" and asking Dave to be his best man after Mario served as his for his wedding.
Groomsmen
Kevin Ivanetich
Kevin is Mario's oldest friend as the two met during the first day of 1st Grade at St. Victor's School (1980) in East San Jose in Mrs. Melscheimer's class. An avid football (soccer) fan and fellow food lover, Kevin and Mario were also roommates for five years following Mario's graduation from Cal Poly - SLO. Kevin is the "first lieutenant" Best Man. The two have too many stories to tell fom the last 28 years they have known each other.
Michael "Ryan" Saunders
Mario and Ryan met for the first time at Cal Poly - SLO living in the Yosemite Hall dormitory. Ryan had just transferred from Diablo Valley Junior College and Mario was starting as a Freshman in 1992. Ryan has a creative streak that runs deep in his veins and the two share many common bonds that go all the way back to their college days.
Mike Graben
A graduate of Chico State University, Mario and Mike met while chatting in the Megadeth chat room way back in 1994 (during the early Internet days). The two shared a common friend and began hanging out soon after. By the time Mike graduated from Chico State in 2000, Mike joined Mario in the development of the then super popular music site Powerslave.com. Mike has been employed at Yahoo for some time now and is an extremely talented engineer sharing many common career interests and skills as Mario.
Heath Rose
Heath is Nikki's brother and Mario's soon to be brother in law. In the five years Mario has known Heath, the two have developed a friendship that exists not just because Heath is Nikki's brother. Mario is honored to have two members of Nikki's family in his wedding party.
Jack Laffoon
Jack is Anita's (Nikki's Maid of Honor) husband. An avid Washington Redskins and LA Lakers fan, Jack and Mario have developed a friendship over the past several years initially through family events. Anita, Jack, Nikki and Mario frequently do activities together and will for many years to come.
The Little People (from youngest to oldest)
Colin Perotti
Colin is Dave and Lisa's older son. Colin loves Thomas the Train and riding his tractor at the baseball field in Livermore. Initially Colin may act shy, but once you get him talking about something he loves, Colin can be extremely entertaining.
Hannah Laffoon
Hannah is Anita and Jack's youngest child. Hannah loves Dora the Explorer and is an aspiring model and actress. Don't be fooled by this sweet face as she is a little firecracker!
Jordan Walton
Jordan is Brandy and Rob's first child. Jordan is very creative and loves to act out his favorite movie scenes. While he is a bit younger than many of the boys in the family, he doesn't let his age stand in his way.
Samantha Rose
Sam is Heath's daughter and the youngest female Rose which is, in itself, a unique characteristic. She loves to try many different activities and is extremely energetic. Sam is also Nicole's namesake as her middle name is Nicole as well.