Gene and Joy Carney are marking a remarkable milestone this weekend. On August 8, the couple celebrates their 73rd wedding anniversary. Their union began on August 8, 1953, in Chicago. A notable detail from their wedding day is that Hall of Fame baseball player Richie Ashburn served as the best man for the occasion, right after a game between the Cubs and the Phillies.
The couple built a large family over the decades. They are parents to five children: Susan, John, Jean, Mike, and Pat. Their family grew to include 14 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren.
Friends and family members who wish to send their best wishes can reach the couple at 407 N. 11th St., Norfolk, NE 68701. They continue to share the same bond they formed at their wedding ceremony more than seven decades ago.