Here are some quotes about the long lasting marriage of John and Mary Mills that was described by many as one of devotion.
Quotes:
Sir John, when asked what part of his life really stands out for him: "My marriage to Mary. We married on the 16th January 1941. We have just had our diamond wedding anniversary."Source: This is Local London
Sir John, to BBC Television: "The first 60 years are the worst, so we're hoping to push on from here."
Source: BBC
Sir John, when asked to share the secret of a happy marriage: "Drink." His response when asked the way to keep a marriage alive and fresh: "I think one of the vital ingredients is a sense of humour - hang on to that. We are very lucky."
Source: Hillingdon Times
Sir John, on what has kept his marriage alive: "Always remembering all the dates, sending a bouquet of flowers every week and keeping the marriage fresh. And we have happy hour every evening at six o'clock. She has her drink, a Horse's Neck, which is a tiny jot of brandy, ginger ale with lemon and ice."
Source: This is Local London
Comedian Jim Davidson, in a telegram, on the renewal of their wedding vows: "Do you think it will last?"
Source: BBC
Village vicar Adrian Hirst at their renewal ceremony: "The marriage of Mary and John has indeed been shining for 60 years and we come and give our thanks today."
Source: BBC
John Novelli, Mills' manager: "I don't know a couple who are so devoted to each other. They are inseparable."
Source: BBC
John, on moving to a smaller home: "I believe in life there is a time for everything and we have had 29 glorious years in this house. It is one of the happiest houses I have ever lived in, and I have lived in 14. And it just so happens we are very lucky indeed because the time has come to move where there aren't any stairs."
Source: Hillingdon Times
