have adjusted to this new chapter side by side. They attend communion. They sing with friends— “with angels,” Linda adds softly. Their apartment at Cedarhurst is simply “home.” Health is never guaranteed, as the family reflects, and there have been recent struggles. That made celebrating their 65th anniversary even more meaningful—a gift to gather, reflect, and give thanks. At 91 and 85, Ed and Linda understand that none of us know what tomorrow will bring. But what they do know is this: through every year, every season, every joy, and every trial, they have continued to choose each other. Linda still remembers Ed’s early words to her: “Dear Linda, I want to have you in every hour and be together.”
together. Over the years, Ed would even stand and sing at church, a quiet act of devotion that became part of their shared rhythm. Another chapter began when Cedarhurst of Frankfort first opened—just two blocks from where they were living. There was not “one negative” about the community, they say. Becoming Founders Club members felt special. They were among the very first to choose Cedarhurst and call it home. The decision was not made lightly. Leaving their longtime townhouse required thoughtful family conversations. Ed and Linda’s children recall that although they were initially hesitant, they approached the move with a positive mindset. That perspective made all the difference. Since moving in, they have built new friendships with residents and staff. “Living at Cedarhurst has enriched their lives,” the family says. “They never feel isolated or alone.” The comfort of knowing they are supported—and still engaged in a familiar community—brings their family peace of mind. For Ed and Linda, this move was not an ending. It was another choice they made together. As Founders Club members, they did more than move into a new apartment—they helped shape the early spirit of Cedarhurst of Frankfort. From the very beginning, they were not just residents, but part of building a community rooted in connection, faith, and belonging. They remember those early days at Cedarhurst fondly. “We liked it a lot,” they say. The food is wonderful. The people are kind. Over time, they
And she answered in her heart, “Yes, dear. Let us both say we will love forever and always.”
Sixty-five years later, in the community they helped begin, they are still doing just that.
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