Youngs celebrate golden anniversary

Merle and Joyce Young of Mountain Home will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 5.

The couple were married in Hunter, Okla., in 1962

The couple have two children, Cheryl Anderson of Anchorage, Alaska, and Michael Young of Mountain Home. They also have five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Mr. and Mrs. Young were stationed at Mountain Home AFB in 1975 and have called this area home ever since. Their family members noted that "They enjoy each other's company and love seeing family when they can. Their marriage and commitment to each other have been an inspiration to family and friends. Thanks, mom and dad for sticking with each other."