1-1 SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 679 1-2 WHEREAS, A 50th wedding anniversary is a grand occasion 1-3 worthy of much celebration; and 1-4 WHEREAS, Joyce Victory and Joe Bono entered into the bonds 1-5 of holy matrimony on February 7, 1947, in Bonham, Texas, and they 1-6 have formed an ideal relationship based on loyalty and 1-7 understanding; and 1-8 WHEREAS, The achievement of this important milestone is the 1-9 result of the love, devotion, and mutual respect of two outstanding 1-10 individuals; and 1-11 WHEREAS, God's grace and blessings have been bestowed in 1-12 abundance on the esteemed couple who will celebrate their golden 1-13 wedding anniversary surrounded by their family and friends; and 1-14 WHEREAS, Steadfastly embracing traditional values, 1-15 Mr. and Mrs. Bono provided a happy and secure home life for their 1-16 family; and 1-17 WHEREAS, Their beloved children, Cheryl and Mike Work and 1-18 Joe and Moira Bono, three grandchildren, and great-grandchild have 1-19 been the source of much joy and pride; and 1-20 WHEREAS, The happiness and companionship Joyce and Joe have 1-21 found together are shining examples to all who are fortunate to 1-22 know them; now, therefore, be it 1-23 RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 2-1 75th Legislature, hereby congratulate Mr. and Mrs. Joe Bono on 2-2 their 50th wedding anniversary with best wishes for continued 2-3 health and happiness; and, be it further 2-4 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the 2-5 distinguished couple as a memento of this special day in their lives. 2-6 Cain 2-7 ______________________________________ 2-8 President of the Senate 2-9 I hereby certify that the above 2-10 Resolution was adopted by the Senate 2-11 on May 7, 1997. 2-12 ______________________________________ 2-13 Secretary of the Senate 2-14 ______________________________________ 2-15 Member, Texas Senate