Arundel couple’s lifetime of loved blessed with joy

Almost a lifetime of love and devotion has this month been blessed for one Arundel couple.

Peter Phillips, 86, and his caring wife Joan, 82, have been married for an impressive 62 years, after tying the knot in a whirlwind romance during their early 20s.

The couple, who both lived in Pearson Road, Arundel, for many years, decided to have their wedding vows blessed during an intimate ceremony at the Fairlight Nursing Home, in Worthing Road, Rustington, where Peter is currently a resident.

The pair’s son, Mark – who now lives in the former family home – said his parents were the “perfect couple”.

“They’re absolutely madly in love. They are completely devoted to one another. It’s a really wonderful thing.