Five Pines Barn

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Hors D'oeuvres & Beverages

Reception

Our Wedding

Crazy Stupid Love

God has interesting ways of connecting two people.   It all started at a Bible study when Josh could not open a simple ibuprofen bottle! Tirzah came to his rescue and a few weeks later they made their relationship official. That was back on October 2, 2018. Over these past two and half years, this loving couple have gone through ups and downs but have remained steadfast in their love for God and one another.   We believe God chooses a special person that is meant to be your one and only, your person, your soulmate, call them what you will. We may meet others along the way, but deep down – God knows who we are meant to be with. For Josh, that’s Tirzah and for Tirzah, it’s Josh. They are each other’s forever.   Please join us as we gather the many people that love them separately and now want to witness their lives be joined through marriage.   Written by the Maid of Honor, Felicity Agostino

Our Story

We blocked rooms at the SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Pittsburgh/Monroeville. The link is posted below along with some of the hotel details. The room rate is $109/night.    https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1614621433989&key=GRP&app=resvlink  Book by May 1st!

Make yourself at home in one of the 86 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Partially open bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls. With a stay at SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Monroeville in Monroeville, you’ll be in the business district, within a 10-minute drive to UPMC East.- This hotel is 32.6 miles away from the Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) and 32.3 miles from the Latrobe, PA regional airport (LBE-Arnold Palmer Regional).- Take advantage of recreational opportunities including an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitnesscenter.- Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a 24-hour business center,and express check-in. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wirelessInternet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.- Self-parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.- Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli.- A complimentary buffet breakfast is included.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Pittsburgh Monroeville

In IrwinMake yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.Located in Irwin, Hiland Terrace Hotel is within a 10-minute drive of Big Mac Museum and Westmoreland Regional Hospital. This hotel is 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from Kennywood and 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Sri Venkateswara Temple.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Big Mac Museum - 8 km / 4.9 mi Westmoreland Regional Hospital - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi Forbes Hospital - 10.2 km / 6.4 mi Forbes Hospital - 10.2 km / 6.4 mi Forbes Regional Hospital - 10.3 km / 6.4 mi McKeesport Little Theater - 10.8 km / 6.7 mi UPMC East - 11 km / 6.8 mi UPMC East - 11 km / 6.8 mi McKenzie Illustrations - 11.3 km / 7 mi UPMC Keystone Primary Care - 11.3 km / 7 mi Monroeville Mall - 12 km / 7.5 mi Monroeville Convention Center - 12.8 km / 7.9 mi One Monroeville Center - 12.8 km / 8 mi Kennywood - 13.6 km / 8.4 mi Rivers of Steel National Heritage Area Museum - 14.9 km / 9.2 mi The nearest airports are:Latrobe, PA (LBE-Arnold Palmer Regional) - 39 km / 24.3 mi Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) - 54.9 km / 34.1 mi The preferred airport for Hiland Terrace Hotel is Latrobe, PA (LBE-Arnold Palmer Regional). This hotel has 1 floor in 5 buildings and offers designated smoking areas.Free self parking is available onsite.

Hiland Terrace Hotel

Near Big Mac MuseumMake yourself at home in one of the 63 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.With a stay at Holiday Inn Express Irwin (PA TPK Exit 67) in Irwin, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of The Palace Theatre and Big Mac Museum. This hotel is 13.5 mi (21.7 km) from Kennywood and 15.4 mi (24.7 km) from Sri Venkateswara Temple.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Big Mac Museum - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi Westmoreland Regional Hospital - 2 km / 1.2 mi AHN Hempfield Neighborhood Hospital - 7.2 km / 4.5 mi Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital - 11.6 km / 7.2 mi The Palace Theatre - 12.7 km / 7.9 mi Seton Hill University - 13.5 km / 8.4 mi Westmoreland Museum of American Art - 14.3 km / 8.9 mi Westmoreland Mall - 15.5 km / 9.7 mi Allegheny Health Network - 16.8 km / 10.5 mi Saint Emma Monastery - 17.2 km / 10.7 mi Excela Health - 18.3 km / 11.4 mi McKeesport Little Theater - 18.6 km / 11.6 mi Valley Green Country Club - 19.2 km / 11.9 mi Historic Hanna's Town - 20.1 km / 12.5 mi UPMC East - 20.5 km / 12.7 mi The nearest airports are:Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) - 64.4 km / 40 mi Latrobe, PA (LBE-Arnold Palmer Regional) - 30.2 km / 18.7 mi The preferred airport for Holiday Inn Express Irwin (PA TPK Exit 67) is Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT). Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.A complimentary buffet breakfast is included.

Holiday Inn Express Irwin (PA TPK Exit 67)

Near Boyce Park Ski AreaMake yourself at home in one of the 138 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and Smart televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and designer toiletries. Conveniences include complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.Located in Monroeville, Hampton Inn Pittsburgh/Monroeville is in a regional park, a 5-minute drive from Monroeville Mall and 7 minutes from Sri Venkateswara Temple. This ski hotel is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Boyce Park Ski Area and 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Kennywood.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. UPMC East - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi UPMC East - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Forbes Hospital - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi Forbes Hospital - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi One Monroeville Center - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi Forbes Regional Hospital - 2 km / 1.2 mi UPMC Keystone Primary Care - 3 km / 1.9 mi Monroeville Convention Center - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi Monroeville Mall - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi Sri Venkateswara Temple - 4.8 km / 3 mi Boyce Park Ski Area - 7.1 km / 4.4 mi McKenzie Illustrations - 11.9 km / 7.4 mi Frick Park - 14.1 km / 8.7 mi Frick Art and Historical Center - 14.4 km / 8.9 mi Mellon Park - 15.5 km / 9.6 mi The nearest airports are:Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) - 51.9 km / 32.3 mi Latrobe, PA (LBE-Arnold Palmer Regional) - 51.5 km / 32 mi The preferred airport for Hampton Inn Pittsburgh/Monroeville is Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT). Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby.Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a business center, and express check-in. Free self parking is available onsite.Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/café. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. For your convenience, a complimentary breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to 10 AM.

Hampton Inn Pittsburgh/Monroeville

Near AHN Hempfield Neighborhood HospitalMake yourself at home in one of the 102 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and Smart televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.Located in Greensburg, Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Greensburg is in the entertainment district, within a 10-minute drive of Westmoreland Mall and Westmoreland Museum of American Art. This hotel is 6.4 mi (10.2 km) from Big Mac Museum and 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from Valley Green Country Club.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi The Palace Theatre - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi Westmoreland Museum of American Art - 4.1 km / 2.5 mi Seton Hill University - 4.8 km / 3 mi AHN Hempfield Neighborhood Hospital - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi Westmoreland Mall - 7.1 km / 4.4 mi Saint Emma Monastery - 8 km / 5 mi Allegheny Health Network - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi Excela Health - 9.9 km / 6.1 mi Big Mac Museum - 10.2 km / 6.4 mi Westmoreland Regional Hospital - 10.5 km / 6.5 mi Valley Green Country Club - 10.7 km / 6.7 mi Historic Hanna's Town - 13.9 km / 8.6 mi Saint Vincent College - 16.4 km / 10.2 mi Fred Rogers Center - 17.8 km / 11.1 mi The nearest airports are:Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT) - 73.1 km / 45.4 mi Latrobe, PA (LBE-Arnold Palmer Regional) - 21.6 km / 13.4 mi The preferred airport for Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Greensburg is Pittsburgh Intl. Airport (PIT). Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a fireplace in the lobby. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the complimentary area shuttle.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Greensburg? This hotel features 2422 square feet (225 square meters) of event facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.Satisfy your appetite at The Bistro, a bistro which features a bar/lounge. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/café. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee.

Courtyard by Marriott Pittsburgh Greensburg

Travel

Things to Do

Bride’s Side

Meredith Means

Darrel Ryssel

Naomi Ryssel

Felicity Agostino

Addie Miller 

Neriah Hartz

Nicole Echevarria 

Shayla Santistevan 

Lanie McLaughlin

KyLeigh Russell

Kamryn Russell 

Groom’s Side 

Tina Swanson

John Swanson

Josiah Swanson

Jeffrey Swanson

Noah Bicker

Keenan Arenth

Todd Skirble 

Jedidiah Ryssel

Corey Richardson

Flower Girls & Ring Bearer

Keirsdan Russell (KeirBear)

K'Lynn Russell (Kk)

Michael Croddy (Mikey)

Ushers

Josiah Ryssel

Timothy Osche

Nick Kaiser

Austin Miller

Wedding Party

ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS 10/25/2020

THE PROPOSAL 9/25/20

PROM 5/31/2019

RANDOM PHOTOS FROM THE TWO YEARS BEFORE THE PROPOSAL

RANDOM PHOTOS WITH OUR FRIENDS/FAMILY

Photos

Registry

The ceremony will be held at the Five Pines Barn venue, along with the reception.

The ceremony will begin at 3:30 in the afternoon. Please try to arrive by 3:00. There is limited seating.

Reception to follow

After the ceremony, we will serve hors d'oeuvres while the Wedding Party and their families get photos taken.

Afterwards, we will have a buffet dinner, followed by cake and a Pittsburgh style cookie table.

Then, we DANCE!

B Y O B

We will be serving water, soft drinks, and juice for the kids.

We will be toasting with Sparkling Juice.

Bring Your Own Alcoholic Beverages

Alcohol is welcome however, we will NOT be serving any. Please drink responsibly and be prepared with a ride home/back to your hotel in the event that you have too much to drink.

Dress Code!