Anniversary - Dec. 25

Gates

Hershell and Tracy Gates will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary Thursday.

The couple was married Dec. 26, 1969, in Albuquerque.

Both are retired houseparents and school teachers for Boys Ranch.

They have three children, seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

A celebration is planned for 11:30 a.m. Sunday at First Baptist Church in San Jon, followed by an on-your-own meal at Russell's Travel Center in San Jon. Family and friends are invited.