Couple Celebrates 50th Anniversary

CENTRAL — Joseph and Betty Tarkington celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on March 4, 2012.  They are life long residents of Central.

“The day both my parents tied the knot is the day they made a promise, not only to each other but to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.  They promised not only to be loyal to each other but to Christ himself.

“To me, God put Joseph and Betty Tarkington on this earth for several reasons.  When we accept Christ into our hearts, we are adopted by God himself.  I am adopted by Joseph and Betty and I’m proud, honored, and privilaged to call them Mom and Dad.  These two special people are my heros.”

Their loving son, Samuel