Coleen & Patrick
Wedding Party
Erin Dwyer
Maid of Honor
Erin is the life long friend of Coleen and the two have been through it all together. A Cubs fan and San Diego resident but we won’t hold that against her, the Cubs fan part is hard to dismiss. Haha Erin has an amazing sense of humor and finds the funny in everything. Quick witted is something you’ll instantly pick up with Erin. Perpetuating Patrick’s deer hunting hobby and passion with deer Christmas tree toppers and wine aerators is fun but still not sure if it’s done to get Coleen to roll her eyes or poke fun at Patrick. Either way we love it! Be sure to have a conversation and get to know Erin, she won’t let you down, she might even tell you about how bad her driver (airline pilot) was Haha We love Erin and can’t wait to have her join our I do crew, in a T-Rex costume or not.
Kevin Murphy
Best Man
Patrick couldn't have had anyone else as his best man other than his older brother Kevin. Kevin has been so many things to Patrick over the years and ultimately an amazing older brother. Two completely different paces are how Patrick and Kevin move, I'll bet you can guess what pace Kevin is vs Patrick. However Kevin has always been the backbone in Patrick's support system. From building lego castles and towers as tall as the ceiling since they were kids, to calling each other once a week to complain about how bad the Bears are or talk White Sox baseball, Kevin and Patrick have an unshakeable bond. Coleen and I are so excited to have Kevin stand by my side as we say I do. We know that Kevin and his wonderful wife Natasha will always be a big part of our lives!
Katherine Gorszczyk
Bridesmaid
Katherine (Katie) is Coleen’s sister and falls between Coleen and Molly - she’ll tell you how hard it is being the middle child! Haha! While we love to joke with Katie that she is a professional student, she finally found her calling as a nurse (like her mother and Coleen). Katie works nights at Christ and lives with her girlfriend Kelsey in Crest Hill. We are so excited to have Katie stand by our side!
Sean Murphy
Groomsman
Sean is my younger brother by only 1.5 years and he is quite a character indeed. Out of all the Murphy boys, Sean might have the thickiest skin and he has his brother Patrick (and probably his sister Beth) to thank (or blame) for that. From forcing Sean to drink bubbles, to tieing him to the bed and jumping on him from the top bunk, he has stuck with it all and become an amazing person and brother. Ask Sean for some perspective on Chicago public transportation, about how he was banned from Zip Car for life, or what he thinks of Taxi Cabs. Sean is an amazing & creative thesbian and even convinced Patrick to join him in a oneact in highschool, which was a great experience. Sean brings a different and needed perspective to the family and I'm so thrilled to have him by my side for the big day.
Molly Gorszczyk-Young
Bridesmaid
Molly (aka Molly O’Dolly) is the youngest sister of Coleen. From working as a dispatch assistant and waitressing to crafting and baking - Molly can always fill that sweet craving! Molly sure does keep busy! Molly and her husband Don live in Orland Park. We are excited to have her part of our “I Do Crew”!!
Thomas Murphy
Groomsman
Thomas (aka Tee) is the youngest brother of Patrick. I've always tought of Tom as a little kid but its harder and harder these days. It’s amazing that he's grown into a rather large man, husband, and father to his lovely wife Taylor & beautiful daugher Evelyn. You'll want Tom around your events as he has such a fun personalitly and although he doesn't know it, he is the life of the party. He is quite the comedian with his comments, quips, and interactions. Bringing an awesome dynamic to the Murphy family, he is sure to do the same thing on our wedding day! Patrick has enjoyed taking Tom under his wing a bit in teaching him about archery deer hunting and Tom has picked it up quite famously, so they enjoy their time in the woods together. We are excited to have Tom part of our I do crew!
Jennifer "Chip" Gorszczyk
Bridesmaid
Jennifer (Jenny) is married to her trophy husband (see Tim Gorszczyk) and mother to Liam and Madison. Jenny loves being a Mom but knows how to cut loose and have a good time. Jenny can hang with the best of them and sarcasm is a second language. So she can take the punches and dish them right back. Jenny’s become a master camp site packer so if you need some tips on how to bring your entire house to a camp site in nothing but an SUV and small pop up camper she’s your go to. Jenny is caring and fun and brings an awesome dynamic to our wedding party. Just remember if you see her drinking a Miller Lite to come tell someone that knows her well immediately. Mom hard and play harder might be her unofficial slogan. Whatever it is we’re happy to have her stand up with us!
Timothy Gorszczyk
Groomsman
Tim is the oldest of the Gorszczyk siblings although you might not believe it. When Tim is not working hard as a Chicago Paramedic he is being a Dad. Oh does he dad hard with his Crispy Air monarchs, flannels, camo crocs, and don’t forget that Busch latte! Tim is the guy that can walk into a room and walk out friends with everyone. He may even invite you to his next camp fire. Make sure you get to meet Tim but be careful because, boy does he like to talk and he will, nonstop! We are looking forward to having Tim bring some spark and big personality to our wedding party.
Elizabeth Murphy
Bridesmaid
Elizabeth (Beth) is the sister of Patrick and soon to be sister-in-law of Coleen. Beth is the singular woman in the Murphy sibling crew and ohhh do we need that more than you could know. If there is something that was not thought of you can bet your butt Beth has thought about it or has already planned for it. Beth is an awesome older sister as awesome as you can ask for and thinks about her family a ton and is the hostess with the mostess! Beth and Patrick have certaintly butted heads over the years, it comes from the same stubborn personalities but ultimately nothing we wouldn't do for each other. Beth ensures that her doggo Blarney steals the show and brings her everywhere so expect she'll probably show you pictures haha. We are so excited to have Beth as part of our I do crew!
Ryan Reitman
Groomsman
Ryan and Patrick first met Freshman year of Highschool on the Lacrosse field. Off the field they quickly discovered shared interests in sports, skiing, hunting, and fishing. From taking 3rd place in a fishing tournament by catching a 19lb catfish with their bare hands out of the boat, to Patrick still possibly owing Ryan $500 dollars in lost pool games in Ryan’s basement to their regular hunting trips, Ryan and Patrick know each other as well as anyone. We love Ryan for his squirely personality and humor and always being there no matter what. Ryan's big heart is for his Wife, 3 children, and his friends! We are so excited to have him part of our big day!
Liam Gorszczyk
Ring Bearer
Liam the son of Tim and Jenny Gorszczyk is our Ring bearer, nephew of Coleen, and older brother of Madison. Spitting image of his father Tim Gorszczyk is an under statement although a much better looking image. Liam is a ball of energy and has 1 motto which is go as hard and as fast as possible until a hard crash. He loves sports of any kind and is turning into a regular Gretzky on the ice as he is getting better and better at hockey. A strange appetite as he'll eat 1 bite of a banana 1 day and the next day inhale 3 hot dogs in 1 sitting and say he is still hugry. He is a sweet kid and sometimes will make you a little soft with his manners impressive for a 6 year old. Were excited to have him walk down the aisle with his little sister Madison for our big day!
Madison Gorszczyk
Flower Girl
Madison the daugher of Tim and Jenny Gorszczyk is our flower girl, Coleen’s niece, and the youngest member of the Gorszczyk clan. Madison loves the pool in the summer months and once she's in, she becomes a fish. When she is not doing that she is either trying to be the biggest grown up out there or being her favorite disney princess. Madison's love affair with Patrick started early on and she had quite the meltdown when Jenny and Tim informed her and Liam that Coleen and Patrick were getting married, her boyfriend was now no more. However she was quick to rebound and Madison informed Patrick she was "breaking out" with him because "girls just want to have fun!" Come March 11th you can bet you will find her ripping up the dance floor showing off her pretty dress and sweet moves!