Jack And Phylis Barthel Celebrating Anniversary
MILFORD — Jack and Phylis (Kock) Barthel, Milford, are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary.
The couple were married Aug. 14, 1965, at Blue Island, Ill., by Pastor Ron Freimark.
They have three children: Brian (Tina) Barthel, Oswego, Ill.; Kelly Kennedy, Beecher, Ill.; and Jason Barthel, Mishawaka. They also have six grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Jack is a retired pastor and Phylis is a retired church secretary. They are members of Wawasee Community Bible Church.
A celebration is planned for 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at Sleepy Owl, Syracuse, hosted by their children.