John and Judy Pfingsten, Monroe, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on March 17, 2012.

The couple was married March 17, 1962.

They have four children: Gary (Connie) Pfingsten, Monroe; Dennis Pfingsten, Juda; Jodie Pfingsten, Monroe; and Kim (Frank) Tallman, Monroe. They also have three grandchildren, six step-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren.

A family dinner is being planned for their celebration.