Dr. Ralph E. and Betty-Jean (Rumohr) Barthel of Independence Township, formerly of Shelby Township, recently celebrated their 45th Wedding Anniversary. They were married on July 15, 1961, at Peach Lutheran Church in Detroit. Their children are Donald (Jacqueline) of Fair Oaks, Calif., and Suzanne (Dale) of Independence Township. They also have five grandchildren, Trevor, Emma, Benjamin, Brandon and Katrina.