Wedding Party
Leslie Mickel
Bride
Leslie is a proud mom of three, raised in Bellevue, and a dedicated former educator. A history and museum enthusiast, she finds joy in exploring the world through travel. She values family, lifelong learning, and is thrilled to embark on this journey with Paul!
Paul Benezra
Groom
Paul Benezra is a dedicated mortgage loan officer, who grew up on Mercer Island, he is a proud dad to his son Ben, and a lover of old cars, hiking, and cooking. He cherishes family, adventure, and making memories. Excited to start the next chapter with Leslie by his side!
Ben Benezra
Best Man
Ben is a senior at Skyline High School with a passion for cooking, set to begin his culinary journey at the Culinary Institute of America in California. He loves pets, spending time with friends, and unwinding with video games. Excited for what’s next!
Poul Carsch
Groomsman
Poul Carsch, Leslie’s eldest son, works at Metropolitan Market and has a deep passion for writing and nature. He treasures family time and is known as the kindest man you’ll ever meet, always bringing warmth and positivity to those around him.
Kurtis Carsch
Groomsman
Kurtis Carsch, Leslie’s middle son, is a Berkeley, Harvard, and CalTech graduate and now a chemistry professor at the University of Texas. He’s a devoted family man with a love for spicy dishes and a scientific mind that inspires everyone around him.
Lillianna Carsch
Maid of Honor
Lillianna, Leslie’s youngest daughter, is a Tulane graduate pursuing a career in Public Health. She cherishes her friends, loves spending quality time with family, is a talented painter, and has a heart full of compassion for animals and those she cares about.
Margrethe Mickel
Mother of the Bride
Margrethe is a dear mother, grandmother, family member, and friend. Always helpful to her family and friends, she also claims the title of 'world's best matzoh ball soup maker'. Margrethe loves playing bridge and cooking treats for others.
Barry Mickel
Honor Attendant
Barry is Leslie’s uncle, Jack’s z”l brother. Barry has honored Leslie by agreeing to step in for Jack to walk her down the aisle alongside Leslie’s mother, Margrethe.
Sandra Benezra
Mother of the Groom
Sandra is the mother of the groom and proud grandmother of three. We are so glad to have her here to share in this special day.
Norlene Benezra
Step-Mother of the Groom
Norlene, the stepmother of the groom, has brought so much love and warmth to this family. Her presence makes today even more special.
Jack Mickel z”l
Father of the Bride
Our family holds in our hearts the memory of our dear father/husband, Jack. He is deeply missed.
Leon (Lee) Benezra z”l
Father of the Groom
Our family holds in our hearts the memory of Lee. He is deeply missed.
Jeff Benezra z”l
Brother of the Groom
Our family holds in our hearts the memory of Jeff, a wonderful brother, Uncle and friend. He is deeply missed.