H.R. No. 20 


R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, R. E. and Jeanette McDonald of Midland attained a notable milestone in their marriage on July 31, 2003, with the celebration of their 60th wedding anniversary; and WHEREAS, Mr. McDonald and the former Jeanette Jackson were married July 31, 1943, in Hartshorne, Oklahoma; over the years their family has grown to include two children, Darrell McDonald and Harriett Walraven, and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, The McDonalds lived in Seminole and Greenville before moving to Midland; they were co-owners of the Walker-McDonald Manufacturing Company, a supplier of drilling bits and components; respected citizens of their community, they are also valued members of the Baptist church; and WHEREAS, In celebration of their enduring union, the McDonalds were honored with a reception on August 2, 2003, hosted by their son; and WHEREAS, Partners for six decades, Mr. and Mrs. McDonald are deeply cherished by their family and friends, and they are indeed deserving of tribute for all they have accomplished in their life together; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby congratulate R. E. and Jeanette McDonald on the occasion of their 60th wedding anniversary and extend to them sincere best wishes for continued happiness; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. and Mrs. McDonald as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Craddick ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 20 was adopted by the House on September 16, 2003, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House