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We want to thank all our friends and family for making our wedding day possible.   Here are some of the cast of characters involved in "The Big Day."

The Bride - Richelle Antoinette Noroyan

Richelle was born in Fresno, CA to Hugo Richard Noroyan and Nyla Kay Machado Noroyan.  She lives in Santa Cruz and is looking for her next great job opportunity after a six year run in hi-tech marketing.  She is currently on the Officer's Board for the California Democratic Party and hopes the Giants actually win a World Series in the near future. 

The Maid of Honor - Deanna Purnell

Deanna currently lives in Santa Cruz and is engaged to be married to Eric Pesik! Deanna and Richelle have been friends for over 10 years.  They met through the University Democrats Club at CSU Fresno where they fought the good fight.

The Man of Honor - Levon "Kooyoomjian" Kaye

Leon currently lives in Benecia, CA.  Unlike most people our age, Leon has actually achieved home ownership in the San Francisco Bay Area!  Leon and Richelle have been friends for over 10 years.  They met through the University Democrats Club at CSU Fresno and also participated in activities sponsored by the Armenian Studies Department.  

The Groom - Jim Lauridsen Jensen, III

Jim was born in Reno, Neveda to Carol Lynn Flowers and Jim Lauridsen Jensen, Jr.  He lives in Santa Cruz and works for the County of Santa Cruz in the Information Technical Services and Support department on the help desk.  He is an avid reader, is an on call employee for the Roaring Camp railroad, enjoys cheering for the San Jose Sharks, and loves spending time in museums and libraries. 

The Best Man - Greg Becker

Greg lives in Mountain View, CA and was just married on September 29, 2002 to Sarah.  They had a beautiful wedding in San Francisco where Jim was a Groomsman. Jim and Greg have been friends since second grade where they met on a playground in Palo Alto, CA.

The Groomsman - Kevin Crossman

Kevin lives in Fremont, CA with his wife Julie and their two awesome children.  Kevin was recently the Best Man in Greg's wedding in September.  Jim and Kevin have been friends since second grade where they met on a playground in Palo Alto, CA. 

The Ring Bearer - Julian Garcia

Julian Garcia lives in Scotts Valley, CA and is in second grade.  He is the bride's cousin and favorite little dude.  He likes slurpees, building things, making cookies, and loves winning prize tickets at the Boardwalk.