They plan to celebrate with a trip to Myrtle Beach in August.

Robert and Mary Talboom were united in marriage at 4 p.m. on March 25, 1972, at Christian Union Church, the Rev. Gene Miller officiating.

They are the parents of Bobby (Lori) White, Brad (Emily) White, Kendra (Ben) Norbeck and Kevin (Holly Roth) White of Delphos. They also have 9 grandchildren.

Robert works at Joint Systems Manufacturing and Mary works at The Grind Cafe and Coffeehouse.