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6:29 am Saturday, May 19, 2001

May 13, 2001

By Staff
25th anniversary
MR. AND MRS. DENNIS MORGAN
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Morgan of Collinsville celebrated their 25th anniversary with a gathering hosted by their daughter, Kelli McNeil, and daughter-in-law, Beverly Morgan. The Morgan's were married May 14, 1976, at Collinsville First Baptist church. The couple has two children, Dave and Kelli and a grandchild, Kelsey McNeil. Mrs. Morgan is the former Gaye Mixon.
50th anniversary
JAMES AND FANNIE LITTLE
wedding anniversary on May 12, 2001. A family reception was held at their cabin. The reception was hosted by their sons and families: Randy, Tijuana, Lindsey, Colby, Tim, Deloris, Randi Nicole and Hunter.
50th anniversary
JACK AND DEAN COKER
Jack and Dean Coker will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a reception on Saturday, May 19, 2001, from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. in the fellowship hall at Coker's Chapel United Methodist Church. The event will be hosted by their children, the Rev. Hiram Coker, Johnny Coker, Becky Taylor and Susie Butler, and their spouses. The couple have 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The Coker's were married May 12, 1951. Family and friends are invited to attend the anniversary celebration.

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