My wonderful parents Mary and John Beatty were married on Saturday morning Sep 8, 1951 at St. Ethelreda Parish in Chicago, Illinois. After the ceremony, the family went out to breakfast, and then the reception was held that evening in the O’Grady basement at 87th and Wood, were many parties with music and singing were held over the years. My Aunt Kay Crotty was Maid of Honor and John Porter was Best Man with a wedding party full of my aunts and uncles.
Nonagenarians Mom and Dad live today at home in Palos Heights blessed with a long, happy and healthy life – though either of them might argue with me about “healthy” these past few years. That said, they are living at home, are mobile with the help of a cane, and are mentally strong.
Mary and John have a large extended family with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. We love them, and they are a great model for us showing grace in aging. Happy Anniversary! (I’ll post a current pic next time I am in Chicago…)