Couple marks 65th year

Heber E. and Esther Lee Bouldin Bess were joined recently by family and friends in celebration of their 65th wedding anniversary. Larry and Jackie Bess, a son and daughter-in-law, were hosts for the event given July 18 at Viola Community Center.

In the dining room, a sumptuous buffet luncheon including desserts was served to approximately 85 guests by the hostess and her daughters, Teresa Cronnon and Melissa Arnold. Entertainment was provided by Mrs. Cronnon, who sang several appropriate songs.

Mrs. Bess was born March 14, 1920 at Myers Cove to the late Murphy A. and Ova Lee Hitchcock Bouldin. Her husband was born Oct. 2, 1919 at Altamont to the late Venus and Lettie Mae Bess.

The couple was married July 15, 1939 at Shellsford Baptist Church and made their home in Beersheba Springs. They now reside in Murfreesboro.

Esther was a homemaker tending to the couple’s three children, Billy, Larry and Theresa. Heber spent most of his working years in the logging industry, farming and later employed by the Southern Standard.

They were thrilled to see all the guests who came to share the special occasion with them and expressed appreciation for the gifts they received.