By: Glaze H.R. No. 52 73R2387 SDU-D R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, The wedding anniversary of two outstanding Texans 1-2 who have shared more than a half-century of marriage is truly a 1-3 memorable occasion worthy of special recognition; and 1-4 WHEREAS, One such couple, O. L. Fletcher and the former Opal 1-5 Waters, were married in Chandler on February 1, 1931, and will 1-6 joyfully celebrate their 62nd anniversary this year; and 1-7 WHEREAS, The Fletchers lived in Tyler, Mount Pleasant, and 1-8 Nacogdoches before retiring to Lake Palestine, where they have been 1-9 exemplary members of the community since 1983; and 1-10 WHEREAS, This loving couple's enduring relationship has been 1-11 bountifully blessed by being surrounded by a large and devoted 1-12 family that has grown to include four wonderful children, 12 1-13 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren; and 1-14 WHEREAS, Built on a foundation of mutual love, trust, and 1-15 support, the Fletchers' life together has been a source of joy and 1-16 inspiration for the many friends and relatives of this fortunate 1-17 couple; now, therefore, be it 1-18 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 73rd Texas 1-19 Legislature hereby congratulate O. L. and Opal Fletcher on the 1-20 occasion of their 62nd wedding anniversary and extend to them 1-21 sincere best wishes for many years of continued happiness; and, be 1-22 it further 1-23 RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be presented to 1-24 Mr. and Mrs. Fletcher as an expression of high regard by the Texas 2-1 House of Representatives.