By:  Craddick                                                     H.R. No. 19 



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The wedding anniversary of two outstanding Texans 
who have shared 50 happy and fulfilling years of marriage is truly a 
memorable occasion; longtime Midland residents Charles and Melba 
Erck recently commemorated this momentous event in their lives when 
they celebrated their golden wedding anniversary at a family dinner 
at Venezia's; and
	WHEREAS, Charles Erck and the former Melba Haskins exchanged 
their wedding vows on July 17, 1953, at a ceremony held in Tyler; 
following the nuptials, the couple lived in Tyler and Wichita Falls 
before moving to Midland in 1966; Mr. Erck worked for Humble Oil &
Refining and for Exxon, while Mrs. Erck was a member of the nursing 
staff at Midland Memorial Hospital, and together they created a 
loving home life for their three children, Steve, Kevin, and 
Sharon; and
	WHEREAS, Devoted members of the community of faith at Fannin 
Terrace Baptist Church, Mr. and Mrs. Erck take immense delight in 
spending time with their nine grandchildren; since becoming husband 
and wife 50 years ago, the two have enjoyed an enduring relationship 
that has grown in love and mutual respect with each passing year, 
and they remain a source of delight and inspiration to the friends 
with whom they have shared the richness of their life together; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby congratulate Charles and 
Melba Erck of Midland on the occasion of their golden wedding 
anniversary and extend to them best wishes for much happiness in the 
years to come; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Erck as an expression of high regard by 
the Texas House of Representatives.