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 50 happy and rewarding years of marriage is truly a 1-3 memorable occasion worthy of special recognition; and 1-4 WHEREAS, Rudy and Connie Rocha of San Antonio recently had 1-5 the privilege of commemorating such an event in their lives when 1-6 they celebrated their golden wedding anniversary on April 12, 1997; 1-7 and 1-8 WHEREAS, United in matrimony in San Antonio, the Rochas have 1-9 nurtured an enduring relationship that has grown in love and 1-10 understanding with each passing year and that has been blessed with 1-11 five children, Susan Rocha, Angela Rocha, Martha Rocha Enriquez, 1-12 John Rocha, and Tom Rocha; and 1-13 WHEREAS, The couple have been industrious and welcomed 1-14 members of their community; Mr. Rocha was employed by Bexar County 1-15 for many years until his retirement, while Mrs. Rocha is both owner 1-16 and operator of Carino Child Care in San Antonio and a board member 1-17 of the San Antonio Independent School District; and 1-18 WHEREAS, Now deservedly enjoying the many benefits of a full 1-19 life together, the couple find they have more time to pursue their 1-20 favorite leisure activities, and they treasure the time they spend 1-21 with their family, which has grown to include six grandchildren; 1-22 and 1-23 WHEREAS, For half a century, Rudy and Connie Rocha have 1-24 shared a warm and affectionate union filled with many happy times 2-1 and cherished family memories; built on a solid foundation of 2-2 mutual love, trust, and support, their marriage is a source of joy 2-3 and inspiration to the family and many friends of this fortunate 2-4 pair; now, therefore, be it 2-5 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 75th Texas 2-6 Legislature hereby congratulate Rudy and Connie Rocha on the 2-7 occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary and extend to them 2-8 warmest best wishes for continued happiness; and, be it further 2-9 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-10 prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Rocha as an expression of high regard by 2-11 the Texas House of Representatives. Puente _______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 725 was adopted by the House on May 2, 1997, by a non-record vote. _______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House