WESTVILLE residents, Marie and Mervyn Cronje, celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on Sunday and described their marital journey as a good trip.
The two met when Mervyn was at university in Pretoria. Marie worked with his cousin. He said it was definitely love at first sight – he loved her legs when he first saw her.
They tied the knot at the Magistrate’s Court in Pretoria on 23 April 1952.
The couple said they have shared a beautiful marriage together with their secret to a long-lasting marriage being trust, respect and love for each other. They were blessed with five sons – Andre, Pierre, Eugene, Etienne and Mervyn and now have five wonderful daughter-in-laws, 11 grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Back then Mervyn was an accountant and Marie a housewife.
They said they came from different backgrounds – language, religion and social groups but always persevered through their marriage.
Mervyn and Marie said they were avid campers/caravaners.
Mervyn enjoyed squash while Marie took a liking to tennis.
They also share a passion for cars. They own a 1974 Triumph Stag and are honorary members of the Triumph Sports Car Club Natal. The Cronjes created great friendships along the way which have lasted a lifetime.
Their son Eugene, said it was a privilege for them to still have their parents who play such an active part in their lives.
They celebrated their special occasion with family and a few friends at a special dinner on Sunday.
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