Name: Marlene and Dale Shemp, Burl and Joy's dear friends and neighbors
Occupation: Marlene, housewife; Dale, parts manager at Crust Plumbing Supply House
Traits: Marlene is a perky, soft-spoken housewife and grandma; Dale never lets a lull in the conversation go by
Loves: Gossiping and spreading rumors with the Pennys
Name: Todd and Timmy Shemp, ages 4 and 7, Dale and Marlene's grandsons
Traits: Innocent and unfazed by banality, reveal stupidity of others
Loves: Visiting grandparents in Crustwood