Ron and Denise Essmyer celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary Oct. 1.

Mr. Essmyer and the former Denise Basler were married Oct. 1, 1988, at St. Matthias in St. Louis.

He is employed by the Boeing Co., where he has worked for 27 years.

Mrs. Essmyer is employed by Raymond James.

They are the parents of three: Michelle, Lauren and Rachel.