Wedding Party

Molly Walsh

Bride

Sam Lizza

Groom

Mary Walsh

Mother of the Bride

Mary Lizza

Mother of the Groom

Michael Walsh

Father of the Bride

James Lizza

Father of the Groom

Kathryn Bachman

Matron of Honor

Kate is Molly’s cousin, but she’s truly always felt more like a sister. From childhood sleepovers and whispered secrets to belting out ABBA songs together, their bond has only grown stronger with time. Now living in Pottstown with her wonderful husband Cody and their two sweet pups, Kate is about to step into the beautiful role of motherhood. She’s a compassionate and talented PA and somehow an even more amazing friend. Molly couldn’t imagine saying “I do” without Kate by her side, just as she’s always been through every chapter of life.

James Lizza

Best Man

Jim is Sam’s older brother and the best man. Growing up, he and Sam shared everything; fights over an Xbox, delivering pizzas at Lizza’s Mezzo Mezzo, and an old Toyota Camry. These days they're sharing trips to Austin, TX and football games in Philly. Jim’s a big music lover, even though he can never seem to let an entire song play through. An Eagles superfan, he’s been to two playoff games where the birds ended up winning the Superbowl, bringing Sam along to the most recent one. Jim currently works for FedEx in Wyoming and lives with his wife Sydney.

Kelly Merkel

Bridesmaid

Kelly is the Molly’s cousin and forever partner-in-crime. From sleepovers and summer basketball camps to late-night talks and inside jokes, their bond has been built on years of shared moments and unwavering loyalty. Kelly brings light, laughter, and a spark to every room she walks into. She lives in Scranton with her soon-to-be husband and their two cats, and proudly serves her community through her work at City Hall. Molly couldn’t imagine this day without her!

Michael Walsh

Groomsman

Michael is Molly's brother and a great friend to the groom. Whenever the family gets together, Sam can always count on Michael for a few laughs. An easy-going presence, Michael has a big heart and a real knack for baking – he’s been known to show up with a fresh batch of cookies often, something Sam can’t wait to take advantage of more. Michael is a recent Misericordia graduate and has enjoyed the start of his career as a claims analyst.

Maggie Mulhern

Bridesmaid

Maggie and Molly met during a college co-op sophomore year, and their friendship quickly became one of the bride’s greatest gifts. From the chaos of college life to their cozy unofficial roommate days during COVID, Maggie has been a steady source of laughter, honesty, and love. She lives in Philadelphia with her husband and their two cats, and shines in every way as a brilliant manufacturing engineer and all-around gem. Molly is endlessly grateful for her loyal, hilarious, and fiercely smart friend.

Daniel McGarry

Groomsman

Sam met Dan during one of his many visits to Drexel through Molly, and what started as a few similar run-ins here and there quickly turned into a lasting friendship. From binging Game of Thrones in cramped college apartments, cornhole games at Drexel Park, to trips across the country and weekend camp-outs with their partners, Dan has become a steady, genuine presence in the groom’s life. He now lives in Philadelphia with his wife Maggie and works as a nurse when they’re not off exploring places like Japan, Iceland, or Australia.

Julia Stella

Bridesmaid

Julia and Molly go way back; childhood friends turned lifelong teammates, with a bond first formed on the field hockey turf and deepened through years of shared laughter and milestones. Julia brings warmth, creativity, and a true talent for bringing people together—think modern day Martha Stewart. She lives in New Jersey with her boyfriend and beloved cat, and works her magic as an incredible recruiter. Molly is endlessly grateful to have her friend standing beside her.

Anthony Maglio

Groomsman

Anthony—better known as Mags—is one of those people who can talk to just about anyone about anything effortlessly. Going back to high school, he and Sam have shared everything from marathon finish lines to Canadian roadtrips to a very serious excursion to Forks, WA (to satisfy Mags’ love for Twilight of course.) Mags now lives in Charlotte with his girlfriend Haley and works as an account manager. When he’s not trying to cook up a new recipe, he’s probably charming a stranger or answering Harry Potter trivia questions.

Kajal Jhonsa

Bridesmaid

Kajal and Molly met freshman year of college, and it was an instant connection that only deepened when Kajal became her “big” in their engineering sorority. A constant source of wisdom, support, and the best pasta nights, Kajal has always been a steady, brilliant presence in the bride’s life. She lives in Phoenixville with her husband and their sweet pup, and leads with heart and brilliance as a Chief of Staff at Merck. Molly is lucky to have not only Kajal’s guidance, but her lifelong friendship.

Ronald Herron

Groomsman

Ron and Sam’s friendship goes way back, spanning from cracking jokes together in middle school, to spending almost every weekend together with their friends camping in high school, to celebrating holidays back home in Pittston and reunions in Charlotte, NC nowadays. Ron is the type of guy to always have your back, a quality the groom always appreciated. Don’t let his demeanor fool you… he’s an amazing dancer, so be sure to look for him on the dance floor! Ron currently lives in Charlotte, NC with his girlfriend Gabby where he manages a team of IT professionals.

Sydney Lizza

Bridesmaid

Sydney is Sam’s sister-in-law, but to Molly, she’s so much more; a true friend, a constant cheerleader, and a beautiful part of the family. Whether it’s through thoughtful check-ins or the warmth she brings into every conversation, Sydney has a way of making everyone feel loved. She lives in Wyoming with her husband Jim and their adorable pup, and spends her days shaping young minds as a middle school teacher. Molly is so lucky to call her both family and friend.

Sahil Garg

Groomsman

Sam met Sahil through Molly just after high school and even though Sahil left for Pitt soon after, their bond stuck; fueled by trips to Penn State, summer reunions at his place complete with late-night pool parties, and a shared obsession with Borat. Sahil is an insanely talented keyboard player and he’s also known to tear up a dance floor. There’s a strong chance of a Ron vs. Sahil dance-off at some point in the night, so keep an eye out. He now lives in Shavertown, where he owns and operates the Sunoco at Carverton and the Frozen Cow ice cream shop.

Brian Walsh

Officiant

Molly’s beloved uncle, Brian Walsh, is not only a trusted family member but also a seasoned officiant—yes, this isn’t his first wedding! A lifelong Scranton resident, Brian is an attorney by profession and a natural when it comes to leading meaningful moments with warmth and heart. He lives in Scranton with his wonderful wife, their two children, and two lovable dogs. The couple is honored to have him guiding them into this next chapter.