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KINGSTON COUPLES CELEBRATE 629 YEARS OF MARRIAGE

February 27, 2008 The Waynedale News Staff 0 min read

Wendall and LaVera Heckley - married for 68 years. — Wendall and LaVera Heckley – married for 68 years.

Let Me Call You Sweetheart, I’m In Love With You. That favorite old song was fondly remembered at Kingston Residence on Valentine’s Day where 12 couples celebrating their many years of love together.

All three Kingston Communities; Kingston at Dupont Memory Care Residence, 1716 E. Dupont; Kingston Care Center Rehabilitation and Nursing Services, 1010 W. Washington Center Road; and Kingston Residence Assisted Living, 7515 Winchester Road joined together to treat their married couples to a very special Valentine’s luncheon.

Cupid called at noon, as these couples were regaled with romantic music featured on the keyboard by Paul Sutton. Each attendee received a fragrant, fresh floral corsage followed by a delicious meal. Of course, amorous greeting cards and luscious chocolate was added to the ambience.

To complete the event, Reverend Don Kleinschmidt, retired Pastor of Holy Cross invited the couples to renew their vows in a traditional ceremony. Each couple shared in this tender gesture of love to one another.

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