Surprise visit as couple celebrates 60 years of marriage
Published: Friday 7 October 2022
Feiona and Andy Brown were at home celebrating their Diamond Wedding when there was a knock at the door.
Thinking it was their daughters who were coming to take them to lunch, Feiona opened the door and was completely surprised to see South Lanarkshire’s Provost Margaret Cooper and Lanarkshire’s Deputy Lord Lieutenant Shuming Kong on their doorstep.
They were both there to help the couple celebrate their special day with gifts including flowers and a bottle of the Provost’s whisky, along with certificates from the council and the Palace.
Feiona and Andy first met at the famous Trocadero Ballroom in Hamilton.
Andy was a bus driver but later moved on to drive HGV lorries. Feiona worked in Daks Simpson in Larkhall for a while, then became a barmaid before eventually getting a job with BHS.
Andy always loved his golf but sadly had to give it up in 2014 due to poor health. But Feiona still manages to get along to the bingo which she loves.
The couple who now live in Hillhouse, Hamilton, have two daughters and two granddaughters. And apart from spending time with them Andy and Feiona love meeting up with their friends and going out for lunch.
21 January 2025
Road leading to ‘wee bridge’ to be improved
20 January 2025
Improvements on way for A706
13 January 2025
Social work and schools play part in supporting local communities
10 January 2025
Work set to start on Lanark High Street project
7 January 2025
Improvement works for junctions in Hamilton
31 December 2024
Council Leader has message for 2025
24 December 2024
Christmas spirit shown by staff and partners
23 December 2024
Globe-trotting couple all set for double wedding celebrations
23 December 2024
Christmas cheer as lunch is served
20 December 2024
Pupils help with lunchtime litter clean up