Larry and Patti (Mock) Martindale will celebrate 50 years of marriage Feb. 28. They were married at Zion Chapel, Syracuse, by Rev. Carl Gable in 1964.

Their children are Christine (Tony) Hodge, Fort Wayne; Cherie (Steve) Sweatland, Syracuse; and Craig, Syracuse. Grandchildren are Kristin Martindale, Kayla Sweatland and Rachel Sweatland.

Larry retired as an engineer from Dana Corporation after 28 years. Patti has been in child care for 48 years.

They are members of the Milford Christian Church.