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78R17293 JH-D

By:  Smith of Tarrant                                           H.C.R. No. 262



CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
	WHEREAS, June 7, 2003, marks the 50th wedding anniversary of 
Bob and Betty Stewart of Bedford, and this significant milestone is 
most deserving of special recognition; and
	WHEREAS, The Stewarts met while attending Buchanan Street 
Baptist Church in Amarillo, and they began their life together as 
husband and wife with the exchange of their wedding vows on June 7, 
1953; and
	WHEREAS, Over the ensuing years, they have shared a close and 
fulfilling relationship that has been made even richer through the 
expansion of their family, which includes three sons, Leslie Allen 
Stewart, Paul Wesley Stewart, and Doug Warren Stewart, as well as 
six cherished grandchildren, Adam Paul Stewart, Cameron Wesley 
Stewart, Kyle Anthony Stewart, Jonathon Aaron Stewart, Hayleigh 
Marie Gibson, and Savannah Nicohl Stewart; and
	WHEREAS, A native of Shreveport, Louisiana, Mr. Stewart 
served in West Germany as a member of the United States Air Force 
during the Korean War, and he eventually retired from the Federal 
Aviation Administration after 34 years of employment; he has also 
been active in Republican Party politics and was a legislative 
staff member for former State Representative Carolyn Park during 
the 71st Legislative Session; Mrs. Stewart was born in Clarendon, 
Texas, and has been a devoted homemaker and involved in community 
activities throughout the couple's marriage; and
	WHEREAS, Over the course of their five decades together, the 
Stewarts have demonstrated a deep commitment to one another, to 
their family, and to the institution of marriage, and it is a 
privilege to join in honoring their enduring union at this time; 
now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the 78th Legislature of the State of Texas 
hereby congratulate Bob and Betty Stewart on the joyous occasion of 
their golden 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 the Stewarts as an expression of high regard by the 
Texas House of Representatives and Senate.