From the Slukas, a love to be cherished

You don't fool the kids. The Slukas had five children: Shelly Rae (deceased), Ronald aka "Ronnie," Mary Lou, Paula Rae, and Karen Lyn.

They knew it was a good deal growing up in a happy marriage.

Paula Castleman is the daughter of Ron and Kathy Sluka, whose 50th wedding anniversary is Friday, August 23.

"Mom lived right on the border in Piney on the Soltau farm, and Dad grew up in Roseau," said Paula noting that her folks first met in a local Roseau eatery.

"Dad is 82 and Mom is 77," she said.

"I was born in Roseau and now live in Duluth. I went into the Fire Service. I was the director of the...