By Palmer H.R. No. 175 75R6416 BNL-D R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, The golden wedding anniversary of two notable Texans 1-2 is indeed an event worthy of special praise and recognition, and on 1-3 January 19, 1997, John and Mary Dever of Saginaw celebrated one 1-4 such occasion at a reception hosted by their children, Larry Dever, 1-5 Billy Dever, and Max Dever; and 1-6 WHEREAS, John Dever and the former Mary Kunyon were united in 1-7 wedlock on January 23, 1947, in Dallas; a veteran of World War II, 1-8 Mr. Dever was employed by Southwestern Bell until his retirement, 1-9 while Mrs. Dever has committed herself to maintaining a lovely home 1-10 for their family; and 1-11 WHEREAS, Through the years the Devers have derived great joy 1-12 and satisfaction from their large and loving family, and they take 1-13 particular pleasure in doting on their 11 grandchildren and six 1-14 great-grandchildren; and 1-15 WHEREAS, For half a century, John and Mary Dever's mutual 1-16 affection and regard have continued to grow and flourish, and their 1-17 lifetime together is truly a source of pride and inspiration to 1-18 their family and many friends; now, therefore, be it 1-19 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 75th Texas 1-20 Legislature hereby congratulate John and Mary Dever on their 50th 1-21 wedding anniversary and extend to them sincere best wishes for 1-22 continued success and happiness in the future; and, be it further 1-23 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 1-24 prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Dever as an expression of high regard by 2-1 the Texas House of Representatives.