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Couple Celebrates Their 60th Wedding Anniversary In Their Original Outfits

November 11, 2020

A couple celebrated their 60th anniversary by posing for photos in the same formal attire they wore on the day they said "I do".

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Lucille and Marvin Stone of Kearney, Nebraska, tied the knot on August 21, 1960.

They met while teaching at the same high school.

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To celebrate six decades of marriage, the couple contacted photographer Katie Autry and asked if she would photograph them in their original wedding outfits.

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"I had the pleasure of working with Marvin and Lucille to celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary . This may be one of my favorite sessions to date," Autry said on Facebook.

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"These two lovebirds even wore their original wedding attire for the session (Lucille made her dress)!"

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"When I asked them both what their secret to a lasting marriage was they had the following advice:

1. Work hard
2. Be kind to one another
3. Think before you speak
4. Rely on each others strengths to overcome your weakness
5. Stay strong in your faith"

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"What an amazing example these two are of true love standing the test of time. I am so glad to have met them, and honored to have captured these memories for them.

Happy Anniversary Marvin and Lucille!"

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Photos via Katie Autry Photography. Visit her Website or Facebook for more.