Ernest and Betty Gaddy of Lula celebrated their 50th anniversary on Aug. 22, 2008. A reception held in their honor at Lula City Hall was given by their daughter Lori Lucius of Lula and Betty's sister Mary Ann Lee of Gainesville. Many family members and friends attended.

To celebrate their golden anniversary, Ernest and Betty received a trip to Georgia's Golden Isles from their daughter Lori, son-in-law David and grandsons Scott and Wes.

The couple have one child and two grandchildren.