Colorado Trip

Rehearsal Dinner

Spruce Mountain Ranch

Wedding Day

Ceremony 4:00 PM

Reception to follow

Attire: Cocktail

Our Wedding

Our story as told by our wedding party

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How they met - by Alex Egger

Let me give you a bit of a timeline here. I was in my senior year of high school and Savannah was just starting her freshman year at Penn State, so late 2015. I was so sad Savvy left me in Colorado so we shared very frequent phone calls. She was moving into her new dorm room and was introducing me to her new roommates as she settled into her college life. She mentioned to me that there was a cute boy who lived in the same building as her. Just for reference, Savvy was never afraid of what people thought of her, she had the guts and confidence most people would dream of and she never showed shame. As she was moving around furniture in her new room (which she could have totally done by herself) she decided to take a risk and go ask the cute boy upstairs to help with that “oh so heavy furniture”. She went right up to the door and asked Johnny for help, not knowing just a few years later they would say “I do”.&nbsp;I knew right away as their relationship developed that Johnny was very important to her. It wasn’t until the night I was woken up at&nbsp;2am that I knew Johnny was the one for her. Like I said before, Savvy and I shared frequency phone calls. On this particular night before I went to sleep, Savvy and I were on the phone just talking about how Savvy had some really bad stomach cramps. I actually recall her telling me “I’m either going to get my period, or I have some insane gas”, but we brushed it off and said goodnight. When my phone rang at 2am later that night and I saw it was Savvy, I immediately answered, Savvy was explaining to me that she went to the ER and her appendix was about to burst and that she was going into emergency surgery. I was terrified and worried, I didn't want her to be alone and there was nothing I could do from so far away. That’s when Johnny stepped up. He went back to her room and got all the things she needed after surgery and helped her every step of the way through her recovery. It was during that hard time that Johnny really showed his true colors, they were colors of love and compassion for Savvy. From that point on, he was someone who would love her and care for her the way I do, the way her family does, and he has done nothing but that for the last six years. I know there will be a lifetime of love and happiness between the two of them.

Tailgating King and Queen - by Alex Piro

So if you’re anything like me, you don’t know a whole lot about football. But then again, neither did Johnny his freshman year at Penn State. He knew futbol, but the knowledge didn’t transfer. Fortunately, he had expert Savvy to teach him the ins and outs of the beloved American game. But even if you don’t know anything about the sport, nothing beats the excitement of a roaring crowd in Beaver Stadium where Johnny and Savvy were always there to cheer for the traditional game day question, “ARE YOU READY FOR PENN STATE FOOTBALL!?” Now you see, I am the lamest of the bridesmaids who only stayed for the Blueband and then called it quits; something Johnny and Savvy wouldn’t be caught dead doing. The two always stayed until the very end when the final alma mater was sung; friends in their arms and a smile on their faces after another fun filled gameday.&nbsp; But a historic event where this true fan grit paid off for the two was in 2016 when Penn State had a whiteout game against arch rival Ohio State. Let me paint the scene. Picture this: freezing, the student section huddled for warmth and all you can see is the breath of shouting fans, the weak leaving the game with lost hope thinking that Penn State couldn’t manage a comeback. Big mistake. With the most amazing win of all time, the bellowing crowd, including Savvy and Johnny came running down the stands. A swarm of white made an avalanche to the field where Savvy cried on the phone to her mother, “I am on Johnny’s shoulders on the field and this is the happiest day of my life!” (Hopefully we can change that with her wedding day, but this win will always be a close second). After that, the student body rushed to Beaver Ave. downtown to riot...I mean...uh… “kindly fill the streets with harmonious cheer.” But let’s be real, a bunch of hyped up college kids...you do the math.&nbsp; I’ll admit, it’s hard to not have this much energy after such a fun day though. It starts with tailgating as early as 6 am! Which mind you, Johnny and Savvy are the King and Queen of tailgating. If you can’t find the tailgate, your best bet is to just look for Savvy on top of Johnny’s shoulders, it’s a little easier than “it’s by the Penn State flag.” (So helpful). So once you find Savvy high in the air, don’t bother challenging her to a shotgun, you will lose. However, challenge Savvy and Johnny to find the best snacks, and they will always have your back. They know all the hot spots where parents have the most glorious spread of food that a tailgater could dream of, and once you were filled up, it was time to head into the stadium! Now I don’t know where you went to school, but at Penn State, we have some football traditions that the two loved to take part in; the most popular being looking around at what appeared to be a popping popcorn of students getting tossed in the air after a touchdown. Savvy, as an experienced back spot from cheerleading, knew exactly how to make sure her friends went the highest in the crowd, and after a day of throwing friends, cheering as loud as you can, and enduring the emotional rollercoaster of being a second half team, Savvy and Johnny would go home to rest and meet you at Champs because well, the good times never ended when you went to Penn State, especially with Johnny and Savvy.

The Proposal - by Ian Lewis and Noelle Flynn

“GET OUT OF THE BIKE LANE!!” the man shrieked as his two-wheeler raced towards Mr. Moscon but Johnny was unfazed, for the moment had arrived. The Brooklyn bridge glittered during the Golden Hour with the full lightshow of Manhattan’s skyline illuminating the backdrop behind the couple as if the heavens themselves decided to put on a show. Bending the left knee Johnny reached into his overcoat and pulled out a small velvet box. It was time... The Proposal of Savannah &amp; Johnny is a story that epitomizes the relationship that preceded it. I remember the first time that Johnny pulled me aside to show off the ring. The nervous excitement about what laid before him and the love that drove him. On the day Savvy was blissfully unaware or (more likely) she is an excellent actor; the jury is still out. The Sunday started with crisp winter air and a brunch of such quality that can only be found in Manhattan. A mimosa (or three) was thought to help calm a man about to face the indescribable. The bubblé didn’t work; Johnny’s knee was shaking so vigorously that it left ripples in the Hudson River, but the food was rich and spirits were high. To burn off some calories, a walk on the bridge was the natural progression for what was turning into an especially nice day. Having hailed a taxi Johnny ushered the group into the bright yellow cab and mouthed instructions, but his nerves had gotten the better of him. We had arrived at the wrong bridge! The Williamsburg Bridge is not what Johnny had in mind, only furthered by the banging of the subway adjoined. The Brooklyn Bridge on the other hand is a brilliant feat of 19th-century engineering, a beautiful suspension bridge that overlooks the World Trade Center and the iconic downtown skyline. With finesse Johnny procured an uber and the correction was made. With pursed lips and heartbeats so loud you could hear them bouncing about the car we made it to the bridge. The setting looked like a Bob Ross painting. Arm in arm Johnny and Savvy walked in unison to the center of the bridge. You could feel the joy hanging in the air.&nbsp; A courageous Johnny took the lead, bent the knee, and asked for Savannah’s hand. The culmination of all that had come before met all that lay ahead. The path of two becoming one has begun.

Hitched - by Lindsey Jackson

What a wild story! Savannah and Johnny got married on Friday the 13th, the last weekend before our world got turned upside down by the COVID-19 pandemic... and boy did we go out with a bang! After a nice courthouse wedding officiated by the lovely Judge Judy, Sav and Johnny went out to celebrate with family at Iron Hill Brewery in downtown Hershey, and they invited my fiancé and I along! After some drinks we decided to head over to Primanti Bros, fondly known by us Penn Staters as “P‘ mans” to continue a pleasant night. But as any Penn Stater knows, a big night out at a place like P’ mans only calls for a sh*t show to follow. We had some drinks and continued to celebrate, dancing the night away. As the night continued, and several glasses were dropped and broken (why they kept giving us glass is still a mystery), Savannah decided to give her purse and keys to her parents, thinking this was the responsible choice. At closing time, we finally decided to head home, a few hours after Sav’s parents called it a night. My fiancé and I got all the way home and realized we left our apartment keys at Sav and Johnny’s place, so we had our Uber driver turn around and take us there. We pulled up only to see Sav hanging over her second-floor balcony railing with Johnny hoisting her up. Yup you guessed it... they were locked out too, despite the ~responsible~ decision to not be drunkenly in charge of the keys! Sav decided to climb up to her balcony because she always leaves her sliding glass door unlocked, but of course, being the caring and concerned dad Mr. Marshall is... he locked it before we left! But, of course, drunken 24-year old men are invincible so Forest and Johnny both left to go retrieve the keys from her parents hotel room. However, as invincible as they might be, they are not good at communication, so they were both unaware that the other was going to get the keys as they took off in different directions! Phones dead and parents asleep and unaware of the young men running to their hotel, chaos ensues. Johnny gets lost and Forest gets to the keys first leaving Johnny very confused when he finally arrives at the hotel. Finally, Johnny returns empty handed, and Forest is MIA. With our uber still waiting, Forest had to take his time coming home, possibly due to the amount of alcohol consumed followed by a 3am sprint. Finally, Forest returned with the keys and we got into Sav and Johnny’s apartment and everyone made it home safely. Little did we know this would be the last weekend we would be able to go out as just a few days later the country went into a pandemic lockdown. There is no one I would have rather spent my last weekend with!

Quarantine "Honeymoon" - by Whitney Marshall

Savannah and Johnny’s courtroom wedding really didn’t warrant a honeymoon, but the world had its own plans and suddenly decided to go into Covid lockdown. Being the optimists they are, Sav and Johnny made the most of the work-from-home situation and, looking back, this really was their “honeymoon” – starting their marriage off in a way they never would have predicted. I guess everyone’s honeymoon is memorable, but theirs included an impromptu trip to Colorado which lasted much longer than planned, an excessive volume of shots and white claws, and a spontaneous purchase of a classic car. Although the actual wedding celebration is yet to come, one of the craziest parts of the story is how events played out right after they got married, so here is a brief glimpse of how the pandemic turned out to be a lucky event for the couple.At the time, Sav was working on her Ph.D. in Hershey and Johnny was working as a trader in Manhattan. They expected that they would not be able to start their marriage living together, but then Covid came along and helped them out. Johnny had only planned to be in Hershey for a short time to get married, so he only brought about 4 days-worth of clothes. However, after the wedding, driving back across state lines became questionable due to the quickly evolving travel regulations, so he decided to stay in Hershey. As work from home orders kept being extended (a few days at a time - how ignorant we all were at the time!), they decided to ride out the quarantine in Colorado. Arguably, one’s hometown is not a traditional honeymoon destination, but they were happy to be anywhere outside of the 900 square foot box they were stuck in.We all remember adjusting to the “new normal” of isolation, but for the Marshalls, this included hearing Jeff (Sav’s dad) yell “SHOTS” daily (maybe hourly…), and yes, we had to comply. In addition, our well-planned grocery schedule helped us realize we were averaging about a case of white claws a day. Sav and Johnny really couldn’t complain about their quarantine, spending the evenings in the hot tub after work every day.Perhaps luckiest of all for the couple was the decision to expand their family by bringing in a little shih tzu puppy right before the chaos of the pandemic. For those of you who haven’t met Toby, he is not your typical ‘prince’ shih tzu who runs the household. Toby is a “wildcard” shih tzu, making him fit perfectly into the family dynamic. Just recently, he found himself hiking in Colorado, scaling the tallest of rocks as if he were a border collie, and jumping into any body of water that he could find. Needless to say, Toby definitely made the quarantine more enjoyable.During their time in Colorado, another crazy opportunity came up - Sav and Johnny decided to expand their “family” yet again with the purchase of a 1972 Buick Skylark named Sandy. This became their passion project during the pandemic when they made the BOLD decision to paint it. They knew it would be a lot of work, but that burden was doubled by the last-minute decision to change the color from, well, sandy, to bright red, adding about a hundred more hours to the project. However, with a ton of help from Sav’s dad, they pulled it off and are proud to say they will never paint a car again.It’s safe to say that the beginning months of their marriage were anything but conventional. However, even in spite of Covid, their time in quarantine was spent with lots of fun and laughs with family, as well as a 2-week visit in CO by their friends, Noelle and Ian, who also needed a respite from the city. We’ll all never forget (or possibly never remember) the night Mom’s margaritas made an appearance. It gave us an opportunity to thoroughly haze Johnny into the Marshall family. Now they can look forward to all the memories yet to come as they spend their lives together!

Our Story

Bridesmaids

Savannah's younger sister and fellow Penn State alumni. She was thrown into the Penn State culture with Savannah and always thrown in the air at Penn State football games.  She's a fellow scientist, getting her Master's in oceanography at the University of Rhode Island.

Whitney Marshall

Savannah’s best friend, dating all the way back to their highschool cheerleading days. They maintained the most supportive friendship despite the 4,730 miles between them. She got her BS in Marine Biology from the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa and calls California home now with her fiancé Anthony. 

Alex Egger

Savannah and Alex Piro are fellow Penn State alumnae. Alex majored in Film/Video and is currently working as a content creator for MTV and Comedy Central in NYC. She is most likely found on a dance floor or looking for new music, and is extremely excited to join an improv comedy club. But don’t let all of the entertainment fool you. Back in the day, she was usually getting thrown at football games by Johnny and Savvy: the King and Queen of Penn State tailgating. 

Alex Piro

Savannah met Noelle when they both founded the Delta Phi Epsilon sorority at Penn State. They could always be found at Drake Night at Champs - but the story truly begins post-grad. From impromptu Colorado trips, enjoying CVS wine in Central Park, sunsets at Cape May, double dates at Hershey Park and even the proposal itself Savvy & Noelle have become inseparable. Day to day - Noelle leads a Salesforce Recruitment team for Mason Frank International and lives in NYC. 

Noelle Flynn

Savannah’s partner in crime at Penn State College of Medicine and fellow PSU alumni. She is a total science nerd and a loving fur baby mama to her pit-boxer Rhea and two ferrets Sanchez and Squanchy. She currently resides in Harrisburg, PA with fiancé Nicholas.

Lindsey Jackson

Groomsmen

Johnny’s younger brother. He saw Johnny as an inspiration since day 1 and followed his steps and also went studying in the US. Now he’s a senior at the University of Florida majoring in finance — only because Johnny also chose finance. Together, they’ve been through a lot, which only strengthened their friendship and put the family closer together.

Thomas Moscon

Johnny's pledge brother at Sigma Nu; Fall class of 15'. They navigated the complexities of college together and became friends through good times, bad times, and a bit of serendipity. From Tailgates to Proposal Planning it has been a privilege to be involved in Johnny's journey with Savannah, just as it is a privilege to call him a close friend. Ian resides in Manhattan with his girlfriend Noelle and enjoys beaches, mountains, and being fed.

Ian Lewis

Johnny’s college roommate who now resides in Manhattan. Co-creator of a new and unique language that only Johnny understands. Loves to play fútbol, and nutmeg Johnny on the field.  Enjoys sleeping, working and cold beers with friends.
Even though Johnny will never do the dishes because “he has to go to work”, The truth is Savvy could not have found a better guy who is no less than a brother to me. I am honored to be included in the celebration of these two amazing people and am excited to see them embark on this beautiful journey together!

Varun Gupta

Johnny’s childhood friend. Studied with him from elementary school all throughout Penn State, present always in all the highs and lows of life. Currently is Mastering in Civil Engineering at Universidade do Porto. Was also present since the beginning of Johnny’s and Savannah’s relationship, that’s why it means so much to be present at such a  spectacular and pivotal moment of their lives.

Lucas Aurich

Flower Girl & Ring Bearer

Savannah's second cousin. Lives in Cali and is very passionate about dancing and hair styling.

Zoey Jones

Savannah and Johnny's little doggy dude. Will walk down the aisle for treatos.

Toby

Parents of the Bride

Sharon Marshall

Jeff Marsall

Parents of the Groom

Celina Mansk Moscon

Oswaldo Moscon

Wedding Party

Photos

Hotels

We have reserved a block of rooms here so our guests can have access to a special rate. To book a room in this block, use this link: <a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hilton.com%2Fen%2Fhi%2Fgroups%2Fpersonalized%2FD%2FDENIRHH-MM07-20220702%2Findex.jhtml&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cslm6158%40psu.edu%7C75b7c2eda1024e931d1e08d95eb30bfa%7C7cf48d453ddb4389a9c1c115526eb52e%7C0%7C0%7C637644945970348029%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&amp;sdata=EqPZt%2F79go6NaD%2FCcV5WNQUYcmBVMjEBGiNP8yZOXWo%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/D/DENIRHH-MM07-20220702/index.jhtml</a> or call 1-888-621-7948 and mention the group code MM07. The Hilton Denver Inverness provides a complimentary shuttle to and from Spruce Mountain Ranch for guests that book a room for both nights using the link or group code above.

Hilton Denver Inverness

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Airports

Denver International Airport

Colorado Springs Airport

Travel & Accomodations

BOOZY

Pikes Peak Brewing Company

Mystic Mountain Distillery Tasting Room

3 Hundred Days Distilling

Grist Brewing Company

Barnett & Son Brewing Co.

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OUTDOORZY

Busy Bee Farm 

Castlewood Canyon State Park

Denver Botanic Gardens

Black Forest Bison

High Altitude Rhubarb-Organic Farm and Nursery

OTHER

Golf Club At Bear Dance

Vehicle Vault

Things to Do

Registry

General Questions

What is the wedding attire?

The attire is cocktail attire. We recommend wearing or bringing shoes for walking on grass as the ceremony will be outdoors.

Is the event outdoors?

The ceremony will be outdoors, so wear or bring shoes for walking in grass. The cocktail hour will also be outdoors, on pavement. We have backup indoor locations for bad weather.

Should we bring gifts to the wedding?

We would greatly appreciate gifts being sent to our home in Hershey, PA if possible. In addition, we greatly appreciate donations to our cash funds.

Can I bring a date?

We have a strict guest list to stay on budget. Our wedding is strictly RSVP only. We will only be able to accommodate those listed on your invitation.

How/When do I RSVP?

Submit your RSVP on this website under the RSVP tab. Please RSVP by June 1st.

Where do you suggest we stay while in town?

A block of rooms has been reserved at the Hilton Denver Inverness. Guests of the block will receive a discounted rate and a complimentary shuttle to and from the venue. See the Accommodations tab for booking information. Please book before June 1, 2022

How should I get to the venue?

Spruce Mountain Ranch has a parking lot. However, no vehicles can be left overnight. If you plan on drinking, plan transportation accordingly. Additionally, our room block at the Hilton Denver Inverness provides a free shuttle for guests in to and from the venue.

Other Important Information

high altitude warning

We would like to warn our guests coming from out of town that Spruce Mountain Ranch and the whole Denver area are at a significantly elevated altitude. Those not adjusted to high altitude may experience altitude sickness.Some common symptoms of altitude sickness include headache, nausea, and shortness of breath. To help protect against this you should drink LOTS of water, limit your alcohol intake, stay protected from the sun (the ceremony will be outside), and be careful about physical exercise.

Parking

Spruce Mountain is a private gated property. The front gate closes at the conclusion of the event, and does not re-open at regular times. If a guest leaves their vehicle, they are at risk of not having access to the property to retrieve it the following morning.

Saturday July 2nd

4:00 pm - Check-in begins at the Hilton Denver Inverness 

For those staying in our room block.

9:30 pm - Join us at Breck for cocktails

We have a reserved section at the Breckenridge restaurant at the Hilton Denver Inverness. Everyone is welcome to join. Appetizers will be provided.

Sunday, July 3rd

2:30 pm - Hotel shuttle departs for venue

4:00 pm - Ceremony

4:30 pm - Cocktail hour

6:00 pm - Dinner

7:30 pm - Dancing

11:00 pm - Shuttle departs for Hilton Denver Inverness

Monday, July 4th

12:00 pm - BBQ

Everyone is welcome! We will be serving burgers and personal ooni pizzas. Beer, wine and mixed drinks will be provided. BRING YOUR SWIM SUIT!

Savannah & Johnny

Savannah & Johnny

S&J

Spruce Mountain Ranch

Ceremony 4:00 PM

Reception to follow