Wedding Day

Saint Dominic Savio Catholic Church

Ceremony

Farallon Event Center

Reception

Our Wedding

Our story began when we met at an 80s club called Hully Gully during an outing with mutual friends. Months later, we reunited in Las Vegas, and what started as a long drive home filled with endless conversation soon turned into something more meaningful. After three months of dating, we found ourselves quarantined together for four weeks, and it was during that time—amidst the ups and downs of being confined to a room—that our love truly began to blossom. After a year of dating long-distance, with Tony living in LA and Pamela in Riverside, we decided to take a significant step and move in together. Four years later, during a gondola ride in Venice, Italy, Tony proposed, marking a pivotal moment in our story. Now, with God’s grace, we are joyfully planning a lifetime together. Nuestra historia comenzó cuando nos conocimos en un club de los 80 llamado Hully Gully durante una salida con amigos en común. Meses después, nos reunimos en Las Vegas, y lo que comenzó como un largo viaje a casa lleno de interminables conversaciones pronto se convirtió en algo más significativo. Después de tres meses de salir, nos encontramos en cuarentena juntos durante cuatro semanas, y fue durante ese tiempo, en medio de los altibajos de estar confinados en una habitación, que nuestro amor realmente comenzó a florecer. Después de un año de citas a larga distancia, con Tony viviendo en Los Ángeles y Pamela en Riverside, decidimos dar un paso significativo y mudarnos juntos. Cuatro años después, durante un paseo en góndola en Venecia, Italia, Tony propuso matrimonio, marcando un momento crucial en nuestra historia. Ahora, con la gracia de Dios, estamos alegremente planeando toda una vida juntos.

Our Story

Photos

Monica Roca

Jaime Marron

Jill Roca-Murillo

Alberto Marron

Adrianne Roca

Lamar Keeble

Wedding Party

Q + A

Embassy Suites By Hilton Los Angeles Downey 

Springhill Suites Los Angeles Downey

Travel

If you’re staying at the Embassy Suites, you’re in for a treat! Just a short walk away, you’ll find a delightful spot to enjoy freshly baked Cuban sweets and savory treats. Be prepared for long lines, but you can save time by ordering in advance through their app and simply walking in with your order number. A couple of must-tries and Pam's favorites include the delicious cheese roll and the savory potato ball – they’re definitely worth the wait! As for Tony, his must-try is the meat pie – you won’t want to miss them!

Porto's Bakery and Cafe

If you're up for a short 20-minute drive, I highly recommend stopping by for a freshly baked pasty. This local gem has been around since 1963, serving up delicious pasties made with a secret blend of spices, along with chicken or beef, potatoes, carrots, and onions—all wrapped in a perfectly baked pie crust. You can enjoy your meal there or take it to go. The best part? While you wait for your order, you can watch them prepare the pasties right through the window.

Pasty Kitchen

Need to grab a tie, shoes, or something else you forgot at home? Don’t worry! Stonewood Mall is just a block away from Embassy Suites and right across the street from SpringHill Suites in Downey. Perfect for a quick shopping trip!

Stonewood Center

If you're craving something cold and sweet, Handle’s Homemade Ice Cream is a must-try! With 48 rotating flavors each month, there's definitely something for everyone. Our favorite is the 4-scoop sampler because, let’s be honest, you can’t just stick to one flavor! It’s the best way to try a little bit of everything.

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream

The farmers market is open only on Saturdays from 9 AM to 1 PM and is just about a block away from Embassy Suites. It’s a nice little stroll to enjoy after breakfast before you start getting ready for the big day!

Downey Farmers Market

This is Tony’s go-to spot! This Latin-style Hooters is perfect for the guys looking to kill time while their ladies get ready—right across from Embassy Suites. Enjoy an ice-cold cerveza served by charming and beautiful ladies, all while catching nonstop sports on plenty of TVs!

Federico & Pamela

Federico & Pamela

Travel

Embassy Suites By Hilton Los Angeles Downey

Springhill Suites Los Angeles Downey