Kristen is Kelsey's younger sister. They were very close growing up, and remain close to this day. Kelsey cannot imagine anyone else standing by her side on the big day!
Carol Arraial (nee Villacres) - Matron of Honor
Kelsey and Carol met in 2010 while working for the same company. They bonded over their love of travel, good food, and animals. They have lived together, traveled internationally together, and Kelsey was Carol's Maid of Honor in November 2020. Carol's daughter, Anastasia, will be a flower girl for Kelsey's wedding!
Jessica Stettbacher - Bridesmaid
Jess is Kelsey's maternal cousin. Only a year apart in age, they grew up as close as sisters and continue to include each other in everything they do.
MaryKate Sheehan - Bridesmaid
Kelsey and MaryKate met in 2021 at a farm and bonded over their love of horses, in particular MaryKate's Standardbred, Oliver. They have since enjoyed traveling together, and MaryKate has even attempted to teach Kelsey to ski.
Meet the bride's escort
Ryan Kanoff - Bride's Escort
With Kelsey's father, Thomas Kanoff, no longer with us, her younger brother Ryan will escort her down the aisle. Kelsey is grateful that her brother can share this special moment with her.
Meet the groomsmen
Alfredo Zavala - Best Man
JJ and Alfie met in their early 20's while working as trainers for the same company. They quickly became best friends due to their love of video games. In 2009, they moved to Texas to start a new adventure. When JJ moved to RI in 2015, while the contact became less frequent, the friendship never dwindled.
Juan Carlos Felix - Groomsman
JC was JJ's first friend in RI after JJ relocated. They met at work, and over the years they have become close friends. Boys nights out are a frequent occurrence with good beer, life observations and people watching. They have traveled together, and shared highs and lows that have enriched their friendship!
Cory Greene - Groomsman
Cory and Kelsey have been best friends since 5th grade, so it was a given that Cory be in the wedding party. Cory and JJ have become great friends. Cory likes to joke that this wedding is only happening because he was traveling for work on his birthday in 2018, which is the night that Kelsey and JJ met for the first time!
Daniel Garfinkle - Groomsman
Family is a big part of JJ's life and Dan is one of his closest cousins. They have traveled together and shared some great experiences. They look up to each other and share a deep sense of family values. Dan recently relocated to RI for work, so JJ and Dan get to spend more time together.