Her Face Lights Up ~ At 97 Years Old

@CarolDM (203422)

Nashville, Tennessee

October 2, 2021 11:17am CST

Had to share this story I read earlier. I talk a lot about little things. This is one of those stories. A 97 year old lady in hospice never had a wedding gown when she married her husband 77 years ago. The hospice staff put together a re-enactment of her wedding, but this time she wore a wedding gown. Her husband was also there in his Air Force uniform. Look at how happy she is in this photo. Wow is all I can say. Anyone working for hospice deserves more pay than any other job.

Woman in Hospice Who Didn't Have Gown on Wedding Day Wears One 77 Years Later: 'Breathtaking'

Frankie King, 97, celebrated her decades-long marriage with the help of St. Croix Hospice in Iowa

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@DianneN (247186)

• United States

2 Oct 21

I just saw that on the news. So sweet and wonderful.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

2 Oct 21

Had to share the joy.

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@DianneN (247186)

• United States

2 Oct 21

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@cacay1 (83394)

• Cagayan De Oro, Philippines

3 Oct 21

@DianneN, they have everlasting love, so sweet of this two in love to the bones.

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@Juliaacv (51045)

• Canada

2 Oct 21

How very sweet. I have a friend who did not have a wedding gown nor a wedding, they eloped. For their 25th they had a huge party, much like a wedding, she wore a gown, he wore a tux, they exchanged rings (again) and had a huge meal and reception after they renewed their vows. Every detail of that day was perfect from my-a guest's perspective, and every aspect of the day from the bride's perspective, my friend, was also perfect. I am so glad that they did it, today you would not be able to hold a large gathering such as that, no need to put such things off when they had been planned for 25 plus years.

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@Juliaacv (51045)

• Canada

2 Oct 21

@CarolDM Yes, it is very touching.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

2 Oct 21

This story really touched my heart.

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@divalounger (6117)

• United States

2 Oct 21

That is so touching. wow!

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@divalounger (6117)

• United States

2 Oct 21

@CarolDM It truly is--and so kind!

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

2 Oct 21

I am glad you enjoyed. Amazing.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

2 Oct 21

@divalounger Hospice staff are always angels.

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@LadyDuck (471253)

• Switzerland

3 Oct 21

What a wonderful story, she looks so cute in this wedding gown, this is wonderul.

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@LadyDuck (471253)

• Switzerland

4 Oct 21

@CarolDM She looks so pretty, a frail little woman.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

4 Oct 21

@LadyDuck So special.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

3 Oct 21

It was so touching I had to share.

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@kobesbuddy (78882)

• East Tawas, Michigan

2 Oct 21

What a beautiful love story!

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

2 Oct 21

All thanks to the Hospice staff.

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@kobesbuddy (78882)

• East Tawas, Michigan

2 Oct 21

@CarolDM This was a very beautiful thing they did, for this devoted couple:)

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

3 Oct 21

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@DocAndersen (54402)

• United States

3 Oct 21

that is the kind of stuff that is so above and beyond what is required - it is an awesome story!

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

3 Oct 21

I do agree, amazing to read these stories.

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@DocAndersen (54402)

• United States

3 Oct 21

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@wolfgirl569 (105820)

• Marion, Ohio

3 Oct 21

That is wonderful. She does look extremely happy.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

3 Oct 21

Agreed.

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Vicki, #1 Creek Girl

@1creekgirl (41387)

• United States

3 Oct 21

We need more heartwarming stories like that. So happy for them. And how caring of the hospice folks.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

3 Oct 21

Yes we do, I had to share this one.

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@akalinus (43173)

• United States

4 Oct 21

That is so special. I'm glad that she had that happy experience and grateful for those who made it possible.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

4 Oct 21

It was very special.

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@cacay1 (83394)

• Cagayan De Oro, Philippines

3 Oct 21

This 97 years old lady remains pretty despite age how much more during her younger years.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

3 Oct 21

She is beautiful.

@Hannihar (130218)

• Israel

3 Oct 21

@CarolDM She does look happy. I am so happy did they put a fund together to buy her a wedding dress. She looks great. That is so nice that her husband put his Air Force uniform on.

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@Hannihar (130218)

• Israel

4 Oct 21

@CarolDM It sounds like a very special story and so glad she is happy.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

3 Oct 21

She is very happy. I loved the story.

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@nela13 (58594)

• Portugal

3 Oct 21

That is so sweet what the hospice staff did.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

3 Oct 21

I totally agree.

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@LindaOHio (177809)

• United States

3 Oct 21

77 years? That is awesome. I'm so happy for her; and I can only wish that we could make it to 77 years.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

3 Oct 21

Yes, she was 97 years old. Being in hospice she is well taken care of.

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@Chimie21 (121)

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3 Oct 21

wow so touching

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

3 Oct 21

I agree.

@Nawsheen (28643)

• Mauritius

2 Oct 21

That's great. She looks so happy

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

2 Oct 21

Her face tells her feelings for sure.

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@RebeccasFarm (89832)

• Arvada, Colorado

2 Oct 21

This is very touching and kudos to those hospice heroes. Nice story Carol.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

2 Oct 21

Totally agree. A great story.

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@RasmaSandra (79649)

• Daytona Beach, Florida

3 Oct 21

That is such a wonderful and heartwarming story, Thank you for sharing,

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

3 Oct 21

You are welcome. Too good not to share.

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Lenore Plassman

@sallypup (60950)

• Centralia, Washington

2 Oct 21

That must have been an amazing day for everyone.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

2 Oct 21

I would have liked to have been there. Such a sweet story.

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Keith Henthorne

@Scrapper88 (5983)

• United States

2 Oct 21

I would like to sit down with her and listen to what her life was like when she was a teenager.I bet it would be real interesting.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

2 Oct 21

I would as well, both her and her husband.