Thurms mark anniversary

ALTENBURG, Mo. -- Mr. and Mrs. George Thurm of Altenburg celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a dinner and reception Oct. 12, 2003, at the American Legion Hall in Jackson.

An open house was held Oct. 19 at Concordia Lutheran School gym.

Thurm and Verna Ludwig were married Oct. 11, 1953, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Pocahontas, by the Rev. E.C. Elzey.

Thurm worked seven years at Frohna Creamery, and then 35 years at Bank of Altenburg. Mrs. Thurm operated Midwest Auto Parts.

Their children and spouses are Brenda Hopfer, Linda and Kyle Brotherton, and Stephen and Debra Thurm.

They have six grandchildren, Brian, Eric and Todd Hopfer, Jason Floyd, Jena Brotherton and Brandon Thurm.