SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 43
	WHEREAS, Fifty years ago, Horace Gene Akers and
Irma Evelina Acosta made a lifetime commitment to each other,
and their mutual trust has been amply rewarded, for they recently 
celebrated their golden wedding anniversary; and
	WHEREAS, The world has changed considerably during the 
years of their marriage, yet Mr. and Mrs. Akers have cherished 
traditional family values; over the years, they have shared their 
wisdom with their family and have passed down their values to 
succeeding generations; and
	WHEREAS, Gene and Irma's generosity is legendary, and they 
are noted for their tradition of opening their home and their 
hearts to anyone who has needed their love and support; 
grandchildren, foreign exchange students, and friends alike have 
all been welcomed into their home with open arms; and
	WHEREAS, Known for his ability to repair anything, Gene 
built the family's house with his own hands; it has been dubbed 
the "Big House" and is the site of yearly Christmas gatherings of 
the entire extended family; Gene had a longtime successful career 
with the El Paso Police Department; and
	WHEREAS, Irma is celebrated for her cooking; known as
"Aunt Casserole" for her ability to come up with meals from any 
available ingredients, she will also spend an entire day in the 
kitchen preparing an exquisite feast for a family gathering; Irma 
was a budget analyst for the government for many years; and
	WHEREAS, Gene and Irma have been blessed with a wonderful 
family, and they are respected and beloved by their eight 
children, 20 grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren; and

	WHEREAS, Over the years, they have grown stronger in their 
love and devotion as together they have experienced the joys and 
sorrows of everyday living, and their loving relationship is 
truly an inspiration to all who know them; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere 
congratulations to Gene and Irma Akers on the grand occasion of 
their golden wedding anniversary; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
this special couple as an expression of highest regard from the 
Texas Senate.
                                                                       Shapleigh




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on July 6, 2005.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate