Love has many beginnings, but the most beautiful ones are often the simplest. For Rolf and Elfrieda Anhaeuser, love began with a shared heritage, a love of soccer, and one unforgettable dance.

Meeting at a German Soccer Club in Indiana, Rolf, a German born soccer player, and Elfrieda, the daughter of devoted club members, found their paths crossing again and again. Elfrieda watched Rolf play from the sidelines, but it was during a club dinner and dance that their hearts truly connected. That evening marked the start of a love story that has now lasted more than six decades.

Married in 1964, Rolf and Elfrieda built a life rooted in family, hard work, and community. They raised a family of five, balanced careers and commitments, and stayed connected through their shared love of the game. Soccer was never just a sport. It was a bond, a tradition, and a joyful constant in their lives.

In 2024, love once again guided their journey as they moved to Bermuda Run, North Carolina, to be closer to their daughter, Heidi Day, and her family. Though the setting has changed, the essence of their love remains unchanged.

Today, Rolf and Elfrieda still sit side by side, watching soccer matches, sharing memories, laughter, and quiet moments that speak louder than words. Their story reminds us that love is not only found in grand gestures, but in shared passions, steadfast companionship, and growing together through every season of life.