Wedding Party
Dawn Pellegrino
Maid of Honor
My best friend, one of my biggest supporters, and the one who’s always been there for me. Dawn isn’t just my Maid of Honor—she’s family. The sister I got to choose. She’s one of the most honest, loving women I know (but don’t underestimate her! 😉). She’s the kind of person who came into my life and instantly felt like someone I’d be best friends with forever. I’m so lucky to have her by my side on the best day of my life!🤍
Cassie
Bridesmaid
Cassie is one of those ride-or-die friends you just don’t let go of. She’s hilarious, brutally honest in the best way, and always knows how to keep it real. Whether we’re laughing until we cry or hyping each other up like it’s our job,(no..actually it is😂) she’s been by my side through everything—and now, she’s by my side as one of my beautiful bridesmaids. Her sweet (also hilarious!) little boy Elias is our ring bearer, and I seriously can’t handle how cute he’s going to look (and steal the show on the dance floor)! Having both of them as part of our day makes it that much more special. 💛
Emily
Bridesmaid
Emily is my soul sister from another mister—and apparently everyone else thinks so too. We get asked all the time if we’re actually sisters (honestly, we might as well be). From work chats to real-life laughs, she’s become one of my closest friends—the kind who just gets me, no explanation needed. She’s the life of every party, (esp if there’s karaoke 🎤) she’s one of the funniest people I know and the most down to earth woman with the biggest heart ever! Shes the best mama to her two amazing kids! And I’m so lucky to have her as one of my very best friends and bridesmaids. Wouldn’t be the same without her by my side! 🩷
Jaylynn
Bridesmaid
Jaylynn isn’t just my niece—she’s one of my favorite people on the planet. She’s smart, beautiful, and has a heart as big as her personality. Watching her grow into the amazing young woman she is today has been such a joy, and having her by my side as a bridesmaid means the world to me! 🥰 She brings the perfect mix of fun, fierceness, and the bold one-liners, and I wouldn’t want to walk down the aisle without her there hyping me up. Love you forever, Jaybug! 💕
Jillian
Bridesmaid
Jillian is my niece, but she’s also so much more than that—she’s like a best friend, and a piece of my heart. She’s funny, selfless, and sharp in all the best ways, but beneath all that sass is one of the most caring souls I know. Watching her grow into the incredible young woman she is today has been such a beautiful thing. Having her as one of my bridesmaids means the world to me. I couldn’t imagine this day without her by my side, cheering me on like she always does—sometimes with a hug, sometimes with a perfectly-timed bean-dip (IYKYK🤣) but always with love. I Love you forever my Jillybean! 💕
Apollonia
Junior Bridesmaid
Apollonia is my beautiful niece and our fabulous Junior Bridesmaid! She may be younger, but don’t let that fool you—she’s full of charm, confidence, and creativity beyond her years! With her kind heart and fun spirit, she lights up every room she walks into. I’m so excited (and proud!) to have her be part of the bridal party. 💜 Having her walk alongside me on such a special day means more than words can say! 🥰
Chris Debold
Best Man
I have had the privilege of being best friends with this stud since our first days together at preschool. As kids, we were a 1-2 punch; he would decide our next adventure and I would follow in tow. Chris jumps into life and brings out the courage in me. It’s remarkable to see the man he has become, the guy I knew he would be all along. He’s blunt, decisive, fearless, caring, and a loyal friend. We’ve shared many laughs together, and I’m ready for so many more. Chris knew Mar was the one for me only moments after meeting her. I’m so grateful to have him by my side for the best day of my life.
T.J. Kupetz
Groomsman
The Teej and I met on our very first night of college together. We were walking back from “the library” and realized we were both living in the same dorm. I’m pretty sure there wasn’t a day that went by where we didn’t hang out. This guy has a tremendous, caring heart. He’s also extremely creative, intelligent, and witty. I find myself working hard to come up with worthy lines to get that gut-busting laugh out of him. Any time I needed my best friend, he was right there for me. T.J. will lighten the mood and will always have your best interests at heart. I’m so thankful he will be standing up there with me.
Josh Cichon
Groomsman
Josh and I met at work. He is the definition of everything I strive to be: efficient, kind, responsible, intelligent, hilariously sarcastic, and the best family man. We began eating lunch together, having long conversations after our shift, and forming a great friendship. Our convos in and outside of work included singing, laughing, team building, and impersonating coworkers. Don’t tell him this but he could do 10 times the amount of work that I could in the same amount of time. Josh has the strongest heart and always inspires me to be a better person. I will always cherish his life wisdom and advice on what to do in any situation. I am so honored to have him stand with me up there.
Lorenzo Taliani
Junior Groomsman
Meet Renz! This little man right here has become such a big part of my life. He is always giving me life updates, showing me something new, or asking me a million questions. Sometimes he makes me do a double take by saying things way beyond his years. Renz is a great friend, nephew, brother, and son. He is passionate about playing sports, video games, and helping out in any way possible. From helping me cut the grass to running “Heck Mary” football routes, this guy does it all. He told me a long time ago he would like to stand up there with me at our wedding, and I knew before that he would be.
John Taliani
Groomsman
John Taliani, I cannot say enough about this man. I’ll admit I was little nervous about meeting Mar’s older brother for the first time. He cracked a funny joke about Mar’s car, and I knew right away we shared the same sense of humor. John will tell you how it is before you can even think about something it might be. And, 9 times out of 10, he’s right on the money. I really appreciate and respect that about him. I really look up to John, and feel like I gained an older brother as well. Aside from being the most supportive father, he is a work horse. Nothing stops him from being a huge provider for his family. He is also a man of many talents, whether it be cooking up the best pork chops on the planet, or perfecting his own dry cleaning(and mine). I am beyond thrilled to have John stand with me.
John Taliani Jr.
Groomsman
John Jr. is a man who is full of life. The only thing more powerful than his work ethic is the strength of his heart. I’m always interested to hear from him the projects he’s working on and his plans for the future. A perfect example of his work is our beautiful patio and gazebo he helped build. Jr. impresses me with his respectful nature, kind demeanor, and a laugh that lights up any room. John enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family. He is a great friend, loving brother, stand up son, a future father to be! My wedding party would not be complete without him.
Austin Bankowski
Usher
Meet our Usher Austin! He is a strapping young buck with a great head on his shoulders. When he’s not dominating on the football field, he is busy being the best team player on the basketball court. Austin is a loyal son, star athlete, and the best big brother to Renz and Apple. For being a tall guy, he is quick on his feet. There are quite a few times where he flys right by during our front yard football scrimmages. There is no man better for this job!
Steven Soleto
Officiant
Please welcome our incredible officiant, Steven! There is no one who loves love more than this man right here. Steven and I met back in 2021 when I started working for UPMC. He was my trainer and I’ll tell you what, I’ve never had a more enlightening work experience. Steven is entertaining and educating at the same time. He will engage you with his masterful use of words and knowledge. He alone made health insurance interesting to me, and he is one of the biggest reasons I’ve had such a great work experience. He is a motivating mentor, loving husband, and an unmatched family man. We share a similar taste in humor, music, and movies. I am forever fortunate to have him as a great friend and I could not think of a better person to marry me to my best friend.