By: Cain S.R. No. 288 1-1 SENATE RESOLUTION 1-2 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is honored to extend 1-3 heartfelt congratulations to Leon and Jean Reeves of Odessa, Texas, 1-4 on the joyful occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary; and 1-5 WHEREAS, Leon and Jean Reeves were married on March 1, 1945, 1-6 in Pampa, Texas, and over the years the beloved couple has formed 1-7 an ideal relationship based on love, mutual respect, and friendship; 1-8 and 1-9 WHEREAS, Their hearts are filled with joyful memories of their 1-10 life together that are cherished more dearly with each passing year; 1-11 and 1-12 WHEREAS, The strengthening ties of home, family, children, and 1-13 friends have been woven into a blend of quiet contentment springing 1-14 from a long and abundant life shared; and 1-15 WHEREAS, Blessed with three wonderful children, Leon and Jean 1-16 have found much joy and pride in their daughters, Shana McGill 1-17 and Jo Anne York, and their son, Cary Reeves, and in their six 1-18 grandchildren, Kelsi, Cary, Jr., Shea Lynn, Jaybe, Michael, and 1-19 Melisa, and one great-grandchild, Jayson; and 1-20 WHEREAS, Bestowed in abundance with God's grace and blessings, 1-21 Leon and Jean celebrated their 50th anniversary surrounded by their 1-22 family and friends who shared in their warmth and caring; and 1-23 WHEREAS, Their long and happy union has been an inspiration 2-1 to all who know them; now, therefore, be it 2-2 RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 2-3 74th Legislature, hereby extend best wishes to Leon and Jean Reeves 2-4 for continued health and happiness; and, be it further 2-5 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 2-6 this distinguished couple as an expression of the admiration of the 2-7 Texas Senate. 2-8 ______________________________________ 2-9 President of the Senate 2-10 I hereby certify that the above 2-11 Resolution was adopted by the Senate 2-12 on February 21, 1995. 2-13 ______________________________________ 2-14 Secretary of the Senate 2-15 ______________________________________ 2-16 Member, Texas Senate