A New Orleans couple is being recognized for the second year in a row, as Louisiana’s Longest Married Couple by the Louisiana Family Forum. Ira and Margery Milan of New Orleans have been married for 82 years. President Gene Mills says the Milan’s story is one of love, faith, and joy.
“They were married on January 17, 1942 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Canal Street New Orleans. And their first born son was born barely nine months later. And then he was called of to military duty. And upon return they had four more children.”
Ira and Margery are both over 100 years old. Ira, a World War II veteran, served in the Philippines. The Milan’s have a large loving family including eight grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren.
Mills says their love and rich family life are a testament to a lifetime of cherished memories and traditions.
“Music has filled their lives. They both played in the American Legion band and sang for over 50 years. And she stayed active in their church’s choir for many years as well. So this family is filled with music, laughter, and faith is the core of all that they do.”
In addition to the Milan’s, the Family Forum is also recognizing three couples who were married 77 years: Burl and Mary Clark of Jena, Lloyd and Audrey Schroeder of Jefferson, and Leland and Gussie Lacaze of Robeline.
Mills says it’s important to recognize couples who have long lasting marriages.
“It’s a way of demonstrating to the culture God’s design for marriage. So we think it’s a perfect display of covenant love to talk about the marriages that have gone the distance and the stories they have to tell.”
The Milan’s will be inducted in the Marriage Hall of Fame and will be joined by the top ten runners up.
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