AN OTLEY couple have celebrated 65 years of marriage.
Ronald and Mary Brown, from Pegholme Drive, received a congratulations card from the Queen upon reaching their Blue Sapphire wedding anniversary.
Originally from Leeds, the couple - Mary's maiden name was Thompson - were married at St Martin's Church, Chapel Allerton, on July 25, 1953.
Together since they were both teenagers, the Browns have five children, 11 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, with 'another on the way'.
Daughter Christine Crossley said: "They are very happy and still very much in love.
"What an achievement!"
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