February 3, 2025 (LeRoy, NY) ─  In honor of Valentine’s Day, DePaul is celebrating the love stories of couples we have the pleasure of serving!

Who: Jack and Marie Grant, residents of DePaul’s La Rosa Villas since 2021

How long have you been together: 58 years

When and how did you meet: A tavern in LeRoy called the Gable in spring of 1966. Jack and Marie were there separately with their respective friend groups.

What is your favorite thing about one another?

Marie said her favorite thing about Jack is how he respects her individuality.

Jack’s favorite thing about Marie is “she was always there for me. She is the love of my life.” “This is a woman with a voice and if she has something to say she will say it!”

What’s your secret to keeping the love alive?

Jack: “Marry someone that can cook.”

Marie: “Talk everything out.”

La Rosa Villas is an affordable and supportive apartment community for individuals 55 years old and above located in the village of LeRoy. For more information, visit www.depaul.org/locations/la-rosa-villas/. Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program. Income and occupancy requirements apply. An application can be found here.