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78R14737 MDM-D
By: Craddick H.R. No. 1251
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, A golden wedding anniversary is truly cause for a
joyous celebration, and on October 1, 2003, James and Mimi Blackmon
of Horseshoe Bay are marking this memorable occasion in their
marriage; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Blackmon and the former Mimi McLarty pledged
their wedding vows in a ceremony held on October 1, 1953, in
Wichita, Kansas; 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 all those who
know them; and
WHEREAS, Blessed with two children, Stephanie Lynn Blackmon
Rogers and Stephen Lee Blackmon, Mr. and Mrs. Blackmon delight in
spending time with their close-knit family, which includes their
grandchildren, Ross and Tyler Blackmon and Scott, Todd, and
Jennifer Jill "J. J." Rogers; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Blackmon has been a dedicated homemaker
throughout her marriage; Mr. Blackmon was a member of the armed
forces who served his country with distinction during the Korean
War; he was employed with the San Diego Corporation and the Murphy
Oil Company, served as financial vice president of the Roden Oil
Company, and retired from that company in 1975 to become an
independent oilman; and
WHEREAS, After living in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Midland, the
Blackmons moved to Horseshoe Bay in 1990; they continue to enjoy a
mutual interest in bridge, golf, and visiting at the lake with
family and friends; and
WHEREAS, Together this devoted couple have shared the trials
and triumphs of half a century, and it is truly a pleasure to join in
honoring them at this time; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate James and Mimi Blackmon on the
happy occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary and extend to them
warmest best wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Blackmon as an expression of high regard
by the Texas House of Representatives.