Wedding Party

Cory Kirk

Maid of Honor

“Hi! I’m Cory Kirk, Sam’s maid of honor. I’m so excited to be a part of her journey to become Mrs. Sliwa! Sam and I met in third grade and have been best friends since. Our friendship means the world to me, and over the years we have experienced all the highs and lows of life together. Sleepovers with pizza and snacks was a definite highlight over the years. Now, we’re both mommas and can drink wine legally. I’m so happy that she has found the love of her life in Zack. He complements her and brings out the best in her. They have created a loving family and home together, and becoming husband and wife is just one chapter in their story.”

Garret Boner

Best Man

“Zack is a great friend We drink beer We also build things too”

Carlie Lipke

Bridesmaid

”Hi hi! My name is Carlie! I don’t even know where to begin; I feel like I’ve known Sam almost as long as I’ve known myself. Best friends since kindergarten means best friends for life! We have spent so many memories growing up together… from yearbook and talking hockey, to realizing we both suck at hurdles in track, to college adventures and deployments, and even being separated by the whole world, I couldn’t have asked for a better friend! I met Zack when I did their maternity photos and I could see the love they have for each other from day one. That love has only gotten stronger in time. I am so beyond happy that Sam has found the man of her dreams, and that we all get to celebrate their love together!”

Brian Petty

Groomsman

“Zack and I first met Freshman year, in a  filthy North Oakland basement in Pittsburgh while pledging our fraternity Phi Delta Theta. Over the 4 years at Pitt, we went from being frat brothers to close friends. Our friendship is even stronger now and I am so happy to be apart of the wedding.”

Elizabeth Privitera

Bridesmaid

“Hi, my name is Liz. I’m Zack’s older (and wiser) sister. I first met Sam at our family’s Super Bowl party. She quickly became one of the family (even though she’s a Steelers fan). I always wanted a sister and am super excited to now have another! I have enjoyed seeing how happy my brother has become with Sam in his life and I look forward to watching our children grow up together. Sam has given Zack the life and family he has always wanted. Their wedding will be as beautiful as their life together. See you there!”

Josh Kozlowski

Groomsman

“Zack and I both celebrated our first born children with an Eagles superbowl! Maybe one day Sam will cheer on the correct Pennsylvania team. Sometimes I think Zack keeps me around to help move plywood and drywall, and to help move large beams, but I wouldn't trade our friendship for all of King Midas' silver”

Jordan Sliwa

Bridesmaid

“Hello, Hello! My name is Jordan. I met Sam after she started dating Zack, my brother-in-law. I have loved watching their love grow into a beautiful family. Sam has quickly become like a sister to me. Some of my favorite memories have been made with Sam and Zack raising our kiddos at the same time. I cannot wait for their wedding day and I am so excited to be a part of it! Sam will soon (officially) be my sister! Yay! I know we will continue to have fun and make memories together. I look forward to celebrating this great couple with everyone. See you on the dance floor!”

Nicholas Sliwa

Groomsman

"I'm Nick, A.K.A Coop, the older brother. Far too many memories to recall. I have a hard time remembering what I did yesterday. I suppose as the older brother you are 'required' to play the role model for any younger sibling. Thankfully Zack did not follow my path growing up. (Although I can say I've done quite well for myself) Zack continues to somehow know just about everything, but I take lots of credit for that growing up by handling 2 of the biggest responsibilities as an older brother: getting him drunk and high for the first time. 'Ice is Cold'"

Kassandra Martin

Bridesmaid

“Sam and I met through cheerleading for football and basketball at Gannon University during our freshman year and quickly became friends. When spring recruitment came around, we both chose to join Alpha Sigma Tau sorority, which brought us even closer together as sisters, roommates, and best friends! My favorite memories from college were spent with Sam. From our weekend adventures to nights spent crafting and watching ‘One Tree Hill’ in our apartment with a glass of wine. I wouldn’t trade any of our memories for the world. I’m so glad Gannon brought us together and can’t wait to make more great memories on her special day!”

Hisham Hamdy

Groomsman

“Since meeting Zack in 2009 at Pitt, he’s been the ‘responsible’ roommate senior year, an always solid FIFA matchup, and a great friend to travel around the US with—from Charleston to California to DC with Sam & Beckett. So it’s pretty easy to say I’m honored to stand by his side for their big day.”

Heather Schumacher

Bridesmaid

"Hi, my name is Heather! I met Sam through our sorority at Gannon, and it was love at first match (for me at least!) Our relationship blossomed over hockey and our shared love of food, books, books, and more books, and also some wild nights out. One one of those nights, I was introduced to Zack, and I liked him immediately because I could tell just how much he already liked Sam! It has been wonderful to watch their relationship and family grow. I'm so excited to be a part of their big day!"

Devin Carlson

Groomsman

“Countless sports growing up and many beers along the way, Zack and I have always had a great time together no matter what dumb stuff we got ourselves into through the years. I'm excited and honored to help Sam and Zack celebrate their big day! Let's do it!!”

Leighton Sliwa

Flower Girl

Beckett Sliwa

Ring Bearer