The Citizen, 2005-09-29, Page 6PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2005.
Wheelers mark 50th
farm most of their lives together and
raised their two children who were
avid figure skaters.
The Wheelers were dedicated to
their children, driving them from
arena to arena, supporting them in
competitions that led to trips as far
away as Europe.
The couple has left the farm life
behind and have been living in
Brussels for the past four years in
a home filled with pictures of
family.
It's obvious to see that they miss
their children who are both living in
Cambridge teaching skating and
dance and their grandson who is
three and a half.
They said the key to a long
marriage is tolerance and patience.
“One person has to be patient
anyway.” Shirley joked.
They agreed that many young
people getting married today don't
anticipate the bad times as much as
the good times. The trick, George
said, “is not to let problems become
major problems."
After 50 years building a home, a
family and a life together Shirley
and George can look back at it all
and smile.
“We’ve been very lucky.” Shirley
said with a knowing look.
GM says
Slip sliding away
It was a wild ride for the many youngers who lined up to
take a turn on the giant slide that was part of the fun at the
144th annual Brussels Fall Fair. (Heather crawford photo)-
more money needed
Congrats
George and Shirley Wheeler of Brussels celebrated their
50th anniversary on Saturday, Sept. 17. (Heather Crawford photo)
By Heather Crawford
Citizen staff
Shirley and George Wheeler
celebrated their 50th wedding
anniversary on Saturday, Sept. 17.
They have future plans for a small
gathering of family and friends to
help them celebrate.
Shirley and George met as
neighbours in the Ethel - Brussels
area as teenagers. They lived on a
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