Robert and Marie Matusik celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on July 19. They were married July 19, 1972, in St. Casimir’s Church, Adena.

Robert is the son of the late John and Frances Matusik. His wife, Marie, is the daughter of the late Lawrence and Irene Battista.

They have a son Robert Jr. and a daughter Natalie (Rich) Bolock; four grandchildren, Abigail, Madison, Elizabeth and Steven.

The couple celebrated by having their marriage blessed by Father Tom Chillog at St. Frances Cabrini Church, Colerain. Their children and grandchildren surprised them with a dinner, movie and a two-day getaway in Amish Country.