Cole v. Cole

Gregory, Justice:

Appellant Melinda R. Cole commenced this action for divorce on the grounds of physical cruelty and adultery in May of 1975. Respondent Eugene D. Cole answered and counterclaimed for divorce alleging habitual drunkenness and adultery on the part of appellant. C ustody and related matters were also at issue. This protracted litigation culminated in a final decree of divorce dated June 21, 1978. We affirm in part and reverse in part.

By order dated May 13, 1975, Mrs. Cole was granted temporary care and custody of the four children,1 awarded *452temporary support and all issues were…