Bob and Linda Cottrell of Niles are celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary Sunday.

They were married Apri l22, 1972.

Bob is an accomplished organist originally from Buchanan, and recently retired from Hubbell RACO after nearly 27 years as payroll specialist.

Linda worked at Simplicity Pattern for 28 years and became a Realtor in 1995. They are proud parents of two cats, enjoy boating and music.