A Love Story Still Being Written

A Love Story Still Being Written
Bob & Anne Thombs
Anchored in God’s Promises Since 1966

“A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.” — Ecclesiastes 4:12

Some photographs capture a moment. Others capture a lifetime.

The images of Bob and Anne Thombs tell a remarkable story. One takes us back to May 14, 1966, where a young bride and groom begin their journey together, filled with hope and promise. Others show a couple dancing with joy, smiling across a table, standing hand in hand, and gracefully walking through life together nearly six decades later.

Though the years have changed their appearance, one thing has remained beautifully unchanged: their love for one another and their unwavering faith in God.

A Covenant Anchored in Christ
In a world where lifelong commitment has become increasingly rare, Bob and Anne remind us that lasting love is still possible. Not because life has been without challenges, but because their marriage has always rested on a foundation that never changes—Jesus Christ.

What began as young love has matured into something even more beautiful:

A covenant strengthened by faith.

A friendship deepened by time.

A partnership built one faithful day at a time.

For nearly sixty years, Bob and Anne have faithfully served the Lord. Through every season of life, they have remained committed not only to each other but also to the God who has guided every step of their journey. Their faith has been the cornerstone of their marriage, shaping their home, strengthening their family, and influencing countless lives through their quiet example.

A Home Built on Faith
Together, they lovingly raised two children, building a home where faith was not simply spoken but lived. Their lives remind us that enduring marriages are not built through grand gestures alone, but through thousands of ordinary moments—choosing forgiveness over offense, encouragement over criticism, and faith over fear.

Anne’s timeless elegance has always distinguished her. Whether as a young bride or the graceful woman she is today, she carries herself with quiet confidence and sophistication. Yet her greatest beauty has never been found in fashion alone, but in the kindness, humility, and steadfast faith that radiate from within.

Bob’s quiet strength beautifully complements Anne’s gentle grace. Together they have demonstrated that marriage is not about two people living separate lives side by side, but about walking together, supporting one another, and growing closer to Christ with every passing year.

A Legacy of Love
Looking through their photographs is like reading chapters of a beautiful book. The wedding portrait speaks of hopeful beginnings. The joyful dance reflects a love that still celebrates life together. The everyday snapshots reveal genuine friendship, while the more recent portraits display a couple whose greatest achievement is not measured by accomplishments but by a covenant faithfully kept.

Their story is about far more than celebrating nearly sixty years of marriage. It is about leaving a legacy:

A legacy that tells young couples to cherish the vows they make.

A legacy that reminds families that Christ remains the strongest foundation upon which a home can be built.

A legacy that quietly proclaims that God’s design for marriage is as beautiful today as it was in 1966.

A Rare Love Story
As SRR Magazine celebrates Bob and Anne Thombs, we celebrate more than an anniversary. We celebrate a life of faith. A covenant that has stood the test of time. A friendship that has only grown sweeter. A love that continues to point others to the faithfulness of God.

Some love stories become memories. Some become history. The rarest become a legacy that inspires generations.

Bob and Anne Thombs have written one of those stories. And by God’s grace, their beautiful love story is still being written.