Wedding PartyMelody's BridesmaidsJenny Sutton, Maid of HonorJenny is Melody's big sister and best friend for the past 37 years! When they were little, every time Jenny laughed, Melody laughed. When Jenny cried, Melody cried. Melody even chose to go to college in San Diego to follow in Jenny's footsteps and stay close to her sis. Melody and Tom love to spend time with Jenny, her husband (Aaron) and niece and nephew. Jenny is the best big sis a girl could have and she gives excellent wedding advice! ;-)
Amber Payne, Bridesmaid Can you picture two 13-year old girls having the time of their lives? Amber and Melody have been best friends from junior high and high school and couldn’t have had more fun together. They shared so many things growing up; they couldn’t help but have stayed very close. Amber is such a close friend; she will always be considered family. Amber ended up marrying Melody's cousin, which truly makes her family!
Barbara Pentoney, BridesmaidBarb is Melody’s best San Diego girl friend. They met through mutual friends a long, long time ago (13 years plus) and have been friends ever since. Some of Melody's favorite memories with Barb have been adventurous Mammoth trips, as well as many “Girls Nights” all over San Diego. Melody cherishes Barbs kind nature and loyalty as a friend.
Kara Whang, Junior Bridesmaid
Kara is the niece of the Bride and Groom. Melody loves her new niece and always enjoys spending time with her. Melody and Tom have spent many fun times with Tom's family and nieces and nephews.
![]() Tom's GroomsmenBryan Wampler, Best ManTom and Bryan first met over 10 years ago when Tom went back to work for Captiva Software after leaving the company for about 6 months to work for a another software company. While working together in Sales, Tom and Bryan developed a relationship as colleagues and great friends. They both share an appreciation for great wine, cigars, fast cars, golf, and making lots of commissions! Although they both work for different companies now, they still remain the best of friends. Tom and Melody hang out often with Bryan and his lovely wife Krista.
Sang Park, GroomsmanA very close friend since they were in grade school, Sang is more like a brother to Tom. Their fathers were good friends in college and they were introduced when they were just toddlers. Known as the “World Traveler,” Sang has been to just about every place on this planet. The guy actually flew to Ireland on a whim just to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day one year! Can you say Party Animal? Sang moved away from San Diego many years ago to pursue his career in Librarian Studies but he and Tom have always stayed the best of friends.
Tony Esquer, GroomsmanAlso known as TBone, Tony was part of the Del Mar Circuit Crew when all the boys were single and ready to mingle! ;o) Tom and Tony have been friends for over 10 years and they both have an affinity for snow sports, surfing (not so much for Tom lately though), and playing poker. As an avid surfer, marathon runner and one time Iron Man Triathlete; this guy loves punishing his body!
Dave Adam, GroomsmanTom and Dave have been friends for over 10 years and were even roommates for a couple years. Although Dave moved to Atlanta, GA in 2002 for a job opportunity, Tom and Dave have still remained great friends. Trips to Atlanta, San Diego, and Las Vegas were quite memorable times together! Dave is a talented musician, comedian, and social butterfly (the guy does the best Joe Pesci impersonation!) Dave’s penchant for the coolest fashions and cutting edge music is very much shared by Tom.
![]() Flower GirlsCarolyn Sutton, Niece of the Bride and Groom Ring BearerAugustine Ma, Nephew of the Bride and Groom Junior UshersBrandon Sutton, Nephew of the Bride and Groom ![]() Special FriendsDiana Jankovsky Honorary BridesmaidBack in the Day, Diana and Melody met while working at Nordstrom in UTC. They became roommates and some of their favorite times were getting ready to go out in their adjoining bathroom. While getting ready and drinking cocktails, they contemplated on what to wear! Good times! Diana is pregnant and now lives in New York, so she cannot travel for the wedding. Melody is very excited for her and can’t wait to see her new little girl when she arrives. Scott Lupien Honorary Groomsman![]() |
