Joe and the former Diane Odenweller were married on Aug. 19, 1961, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, the Rev. Don Mueller officiating. He will also perform their Anniversary Mass.

A family dinner at Dick’s Steak House is planned.

They are the parents of Brent (Jean) Mueller of Middle Point and Elise (Nick) Clark and Leah (Nick) Gordon of Delphos. Their grandchildren include Elliot, Anna and Marie Mueller; Alex and Eric Clark; Bailey, Cole and Caitlin Gordon; and grandson Kyle Clark is deceased.

Joe retired from Ford Motor Co., Lima Engine Plant. Diane is a retired registered nurse. She worked at Delphos Memorial Home.