The legacy of love continues. Joe and Willie Mae Reed of Jemison will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary July 7, 2012.

The couple married in Syracuse, N.Y. on June 30, 1962 in St. Joseph French Church by the Rev. Charles Bradley.

A celebration of their union will take place at the Jemison Municipal Hall in Jemison from 5–11 p.m.

They will be honored by their children, family and invited guests who attend the celebration.

The Reeds have three children, Joseph (Sharon), Angela (Greg) and Randall (Cheryl); and four grandchildren, Mariah, Ashley, Mikayla and Madison.