Wedding Squad
Nick Abinanti
Best Man
Nick and Andy have been friends since the early days of high school. They lived only miles apart and have some great memories growing up near each other. You would often catch the two reading cigar magazines with hopes of building a world class collection! It is good to know that as time moves on, things tend to stay the same. They still bond over good cigars or working on their cars. Nick is currently in dental school at Case Western Reserve University and plans to become an oral surgeon.
Alyssa Formichella
Maid of Honor
Alyssa is Krisy's oldest cousin who you can basically say . . . is like her older sister. The two have always been close since the first time she held Kristy as a baby. Both Andy and Alyssa's husband both often wonder how the two girls can be on the phone for hours a day . . . everyday, but that just shows how close they are. Alyssa is a middle school teacher in New Jersey and can probably make the best Old Fashion you have ever had. If you are lucky, she may make one for you!
Josh Krakoff
Groomsman
We guess you can say Andy has known Josh pretty much his whole life! As Andy’s little brother, they have special memories of playing cops and robbers (go figure!) and shooting each other with air soft pellets. As much as he likes to be humble, he is a pretty great golf player. Josh is currently attending Penn State University for Education with a focus on social studies. When he isn’t studying or playing golf, he is most likely taking care of his side kick, golden retriever, Leo!
Rachel Krakoff
Bridesmaid
Rachel is Andy’s only sister, and another education graduate from Penn State. She has many stories of playing tricks on Andy and visa versa. Andy has become her personal head of security over the years. He has supplied her with multiple safe upgrades through out the years, her first utility knife, and is always trying to sell her on the markets’ best pepper spray! No one is going to mess with Andy’s little sister! Rachel and Kristy bonded quickly and now have each other to play jokes on Andy for a change!
Jj Parola
Groomsman
Jj is the oldest of Kristy’s 3 brothers. He is also a graduate from Penn State in Security and Risk Analysis. He has been promoted several times in his first after school role, and has earned the title of, “your friendly neighborhood milkman.” Jj is the guy you go to if your lost in the woods or the parking lot. Which has come in handy for his family in more than one occasion at the end of a football game. Since Jj and Kristy were so close in age they always seemed to be wandering the halls together at school. The two always remember the big sister giving the little brother big embarrassing hugs in front of all his friends.
Lauren Sever
Bridesmaid
Lauren met Kristy when she and Andy first started dating and became friends almost immediately. They’ve had a lot of great memories and laughs since then - from a trip to Arizona to regular weekend hangouts. Lauren is a native New Yorker, and graduated from Penn State with a degree in Finance. She now lives in Washington DC with her husband, Christopher (Andy’s cousin) and dog, Kona and works on the Marketing team at Facebook.
Alex Lydic
Groomsman
Alex and Andy became friends by accident. They found a common interest in . . . You guessed it, hunting, shooting sports, and futures in law enforcement. He spent many many hours with Andy singing old country songs at Wolfies. Alex is planning to graduate from The Indiana University of Pennsylvania while mutually serving our country in U.S. Army Reserves.
Adela Parola
Bridesmaid
Adela is cousin number 2 of 5 in our lineup of bridesmaids! She is an NYC native, and a graduate of The University of Scranton. She enjoys working in education, and is a proud cat mom of 1. She and Kristy also spend long hours on the phone as she attempts to teach Kristy bits of Spanish with no luck in site of becoming fluent. Adela is always the life of the party anywhere she goes, so watch out for her on the dance floor.
Michael Parola
Groomsman
Mikey is the middle child and the second brother in Kristy's family. He is studying political science at NYU, and has plans to graduate early and get a head start on law school. Michael is well traveled for his age and his latest venture took him to Abu Dhabi, Dubai. Michael and Kristy have always had a special relationship and often reminisce about their favorite funny pictures of their dad or watching him play T-ball in his Flash costume.
Helen Bond
Bridesmaid
Helen and Kristy have probably known each other for a shorter period of time compared to others, but have really grown to be close. They met at a former job, and have become a packaged deal! They share a love for Joanna Gaines, shuffleboard, Lizzo, and the fine cocktails and cuisine at the Kent Island, VFW. Helen and her husband Adam, also just welcomed their first addition to their family, baby girl, Baylee! She will be just about 9 months old when April 2021 comes around.
Hayden Dewald
Groomsman
Much like our bride and groom, Andy and Hayden randomly selected each other online when finding a freshman roommate. Their hunting profile pictures created a match at first site moment for the two! They remained inseparable pals from the first day of school until graduation day at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Hayden now works in his successful family in Montoursville, Pennsylvania.
Sophia Parola
Bridesmaid
Growing up mostly in the Poconos with Kristy's family, Sophia is currently living in the big Apple. She graduated from Lehigh University in Industrial and Systems Engineering and Finance, and currently has a role in consulting. Sophia is also one of the many Parola cousins you will meet at the wedding. She has visited Kristy and Andy many time in Alexandria and have great memories of touring the bars downtown. "Soph," will also love sharing with you all the pictures she possibly can of her corgi pup, Lucy! If this was a more casual occasion, you might catch her in her corgi socks.
Jason Parola
Groomsman
The youngest of all the Parola brothers, Jason has really taken to Andy and they have formed a bond over law enforcement. Jason is currently going into his 2nd year at Bloomsburg University to study Criminal Justice. He is also a big singer! Kristy's favorite memories of growing up with Jason is singing pretty much any song that they know 80% of the lyrics. Depending on how the night goes, you might get the two of them to sing Taylor Swift's, "Trouble." He is also quite athletic. He holds North Pocono High School's record for the most goals on their lacrosse team.
Martina Parola
Bridesmaid
Martina is another cousin in the Parola lineup, but she grew up further South in Louisville, Kentucky! Going to school for Organizational Leadership at the University of Louisville, she hopes to use her degree in the education industry. She is so special and unique in many ways, and loves the fact she is the only "red-head " in the Parola family. Martina is so easy to talk to and will most likely pull you on the dance floor if she sees you sitting.
Josh Sourbeer
Groomsman
Josh and Andy are another high school friendship that has lasted through their lives. Growing up they often would prep for their futures by spending every weekend target shooting and training. Andy served as his Best man at he and his wife’s wedding in Arizona. He graduated from The University of Pittsburgh and is now serving our country in the U.S. Army. He currently lives with his wife in Texas.
Sara Wojnar
Bridesmaid
Her last name may be Wojnar, but she is another girl cousin in the Parola family! Sara and Kristy spent most of their childhood 2 doors apart. You would often see the two playing in the rain and mud during a rainstorm and looking for salamanders in their backyards. She is big into the outdoors and loves to bring her dogs for the fun! Sara is another future alum of Penn State who will hold a B.S in mechanical engineering. An additional fun fact: Sara is absolutely peanut butter's number 1 fan!
Chris Sever
Groomsman
Chris is Andy's oldest male cousin and have so many fun memories together. Andy always remembers going hunting with him and his grandfather . . . well, more like taking a nap in the woods while their grandfather hunted! You will mostly likely catch him showing off his iconic dance moves, or taking part in a handstand competition with his wife. Him and his wife, Lauren, live in DC and have added a new member to their family as well! A year old Golden Retriever puppy Kona!
Jacqulyn Sever
Bridesmaid
Jacqulyn (Aka Jack), and Kristy met where she met most of Andy's family . . . AT A PENN STATE GAME! Jack and Kristy have become very close over a short period of time. One of Kristy's favorite memories with Jack is riding the mechanical bull at Tequila Cowboy, in Pittsburgh. Kristy also enjoys knowing that after a long night, Jack always has her back! Jack currently lives in Washington DC with her cat Corona (and no she did not name her after the pandemic)! Jack graduated from Penn State with a Bachelor of Science in Finance, and currently works with Capitol One.
Gus
Event Greeter
Gus is part of the Shadow Creek family and works part-time on the farm. He is absolutely obsessed with having his picture taken. If your nice and give treats, he may smile extra big for you! Gus also loves long walks in the pastures and splitting a salt lick with his best buds.