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78S30765 MDM-D
By: Craddick H.R. No. 250
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, A golden wedding anniversary is truly cause for
celebration, and on May 17, 2003, Hartwell and Jo Ann Martin of
Midland marked this significant milestone in their marriage in the
company of their family and friends; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Martin and the former Jo Ann Stockton exchanged
their wedding vows on May 26, 1953, in a ceremony held in Tuscola;
through the years, the couple have shared a warm and rewarding
relationship that serves as a source of inspiration for their loved
ones, including their children, Kim Corbitt, Robbie O'Donnell, and
Laura Phelps, and six grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Respected residents of their community, where they
have lived since 1961, the Martins are retired from the Midland
Independent School District and attend St. Paul United Methodist
Church; and
WHEREAS, Together, this devoted couple have shared the trials
and triumphs of five decades, and it is a pleasure to join in
honoring their enduring union; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas
Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby congratulate Hartwell and
Jo Ann Martin on the joyous occasion of their 50th wedding
anniversary and extend to them sincere wishes for continued
happiness; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Martin as an expression of high regard by
the Texas House of Representatives.