William and Roberta Hillman celebrate their 50th anniversary on Sept. 19, 2009. Roberta Dirkson and William Hillman were married on Sept. 19, 1959 in Walla Walla, Washington. They have resided in Manteca for 33 years.

They have four children, Kevin, Kenny, Keith and Kim and eight grandchildren, Kenny Jr., Gilbert, Amanda, Sam, Sarah, Levi, Jessica and Sarah and one great-grandchild.

Mom, Dad, we honor you as you celebrate 50 years of marriage. Thank you so much for your love and support for one another and for us.

William is a retired Master Sergeant and Roberta is a nurse and housewife.