Evelyn Robertson attended her Sunday School Beach Party and was swept off her feet by Royce Ehle. Today they still hold hands, are still very much in love and are celebrating 70 years of marriage.The First Pentecostal Church at 10th St. and California Avenue, in Long Beach was having a beach party, Royce spotted a beautiful young lady trying to get sand off her feet, so he swept her off her feet, and carried her down to the water and back. The rest is music.
Evelyn graduated from Poly High School Jan 25, 1940. Two days later she and Royce were married by Brother Jeffery "behind Hansen's Market" in her aunt and uncle's home, Ruth and Ellis Robertson.
Royce worked for Frank Bros. Furniture on 4th Street delivering furniture making $16 a week.
They celebrated Sunday January 24.
Their original cake top will again adorn their anniversary cake, surrounded by family and many friends. One friend Marshall Julian, a former city manger of Lakewood, went to kindergarten with Royce. Gene Miller, a comedian, formerly of Long Beach, will give a toast and entertain in his usually jocular style. Their daughter Sharon will be singing their special song: Irving Berlins' "Always."
Royce and Evelyn say always "talking things over" is the key to a happy marriage. They have lived in Long Beach their entire married life.
What an inspiration! We can never over indulge in stories such as this.
My hat is off to Pamela Hale-Burns for sharing and confirming the enduring power of love.
The photos are lovely, and reveal the passing of time has served only to make true love shine through. Evelyn's beautiful face and warm smile reveal a woman whose has been well loved.
I pray she and Royce continue to share the gift of fully giving and receiving love with respect for many years to come.
Many thanks!
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