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78R14234 MDM-D

By:  Craddick                                                     H.R. No. 1247



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, A golden wedding anniversary is truly cause for a 
joyous celebration, and on March 2, 2003, Odessa residents Keith 
and Nona Armstrong marked this memorable occasion with a reception 
at their home; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Armstrong and the former Nona Fritts exchanged 
their wedding vows on March 5, 1953, in Raton, New Mexico; over the 
course of their enduring relationship, the couple have demonstrated 
a deep love, trust, and admiration for each other, and they remain a 
source of inspiration to their loved ones; and
	WHEREAS, The Armstrongs have been blessed with four children, 
Laura Elder, Barbara Boswell, Tami Bower, and the late Rinda 
Armstrong, as well as five beloved grandchildren; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Armstrong lived in Denver and Los 
Angeles before moving to Odessa in 1962, where they are valued 
congregants of the Sixth and Jackson Church of Christ; retired 
business owners, the couple operated a restaurant and ice cream 
shop in Odessa and a grocery and mobile home park in Midland; and
	WHEREAS, Together, this devoted couple have shared the trials 
and triumphs of five decades, and their love for one another 
continues to gladden the hearts of their close-knit circle of 
family and friends; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby congratulate Keith and Nona Armstrong on the 
occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary and extend to them 
warmest best wishes for continued happiness; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Armstrong as an expression of high regard 
by the Texas House of Representatives.