Who said high school relationships never last?  These two are a great example of how love can last when you marry your best friend.

Marv and Sondra went to the same schools but were never more than just acquaintances.  It wasn’t until a couple of mutual friends got them together that a friendship started and quickly turned into a relationship.

Sondra was at the Halloween carnival with her friend and afterward was going to hang out for a while. They ended up with her friend's younger brother who happened to be with Marv that night.  The group ended up spending some time together and basically after that first meeting, Marv and Sondra spent all their time together. Who knew Halloween time could be so romantic!

They were married on June 21, 1980, at a small ceremony held at Sondra’s childhood home in Arbon Valley. It has now been almost 43 years of marriage and this couple is still as fun, crazy, and loving as they ever were.  

Soon after their marriage, the couple moved to Phoenix, Arizona for a year while Marv went to school. After he completed his program, the couple moved back to their hometown. In 1981 Marv started working for his dad at Albert’s Service and has dedicated countless hours to his career since then. 

They have three children.  Jamie (Wade), Brandon (Heather) and Marlee (Randy). All three kids have made their homes in Malad just like their parents. They have 9 grandchildren that they spoil rotten on a regular basis, Cambrie (Haden), Colter, Jaylee, Emree, Trinity, Kyler, Millie, Hattie, and Easton. Grammie Sondra and Grandpa Marv are simply the best in their eyes!

Marv and Sondra have always found fun things to do together.  Riding in Marv’s dune buggy back in the day, to snowmobiles, Rzrs, camping, and road trips. They have passed the love of the outdoors and fun toys onto their kids and now their grandchildren as well. The entire family loves to spend time in the mountains together or at “Grammie’s Farm” in Arbon.

Marriage is sharing life with your best friend, enjoying the journey along the way and arriving at every destination together.  

Marv and Sondra have done just that. They are best friends on this crazy journey of life, being there for each other with whatever comes their way and enjoying each other’s company every day.

Lots of love to this sweetheart couple!

Happy Valentine’s Day!