Melissa & Dan

The Girls

Lauren Gatz

Lauren Gatz

Maid of Honor

Lauren and Melissa have been best friends since the 3rd grade and have been through just about everything together, from recess to college graduation, Lauren had been there every step of the way. She is the most loyal friend Melissa has ever had and ever will have. Lauren is a forever friend!

Nina Smallwood

Nina Smallwood

Bridesmaid

Nina is Melissa’s other best friend. They met while working at Mimi’s Café 5 years ago and have been very close ever since. No matter what they are doing, when Nina is around it is sure to be a fun time. Love this girl! Nina will be starting her PhD in Phychology this fall. (Smarty pants!)

Dawn Sanchez

Dawn Sanchez

Bridesmaid

Dawn is Melissa’s big sister. They have become very close over the past years and always have a blast when they are together. Dawn and her family recently moved to Tennessee to start their own business. The distance is far but their relationship is still very close. This big sister is much loved!

Hanna Alexander

Hanna Alexander

Bridesmaid

Hanna is Dan's sister, and soon to be Melissa's. Hanna is genuinly kind, honest, and loving. She is always up for fun. While Hanna finishes her graduate program at UCSB in Geology, she can be found climbing rocks, collecting rocks, analyzing rocks, etc. Hanna loves rocks.

Gina Schaller

Gina Schaller

Bridesmaid

Gina is Dave's (Dan's brother and best man) girlfriend, and a wonderful friend. She is family to Dan and Melissa. Gina is deeply loving and will do anything for those lucky enough to be important in her life. Gina is also a talented artist and currently attends the Art Institute of California.