Karen and Bob Ward of Ada celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with their children and grandchildren on Saturday, June 4. 

Karen and Bob Ward were married on June 6, 1972 in Rolla, Missouri, Karen's hometown. At that time, their wedding reception was also held in her back yard with cake, punch, relatives and friends. 

Pictured in the family gathering on Saturday were (back L-R), Heather (Ward) and Ron Weihrauch with daughter, Ellie. Brian and Elycia (Taylor) Ward, Cate Ackerman, Camden Ward, Jennifer (Ward) Ackerman and Cori Ackerman and Vanessa Ward.

Bob and Karen are seated with their wedding poster next to them.

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