79S31989 MDM-D

By:  Anderson                                                     H.R. No. 684



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The 50th wedding anniversary of a devoted husband 
and wife is truly a reason for celebration, and in April 2006, 
Leonard and Leellyn Simpson of Robinson observed this special 
milestone in their long and happy marriage; and
	WHEREAS, Brought together by mutual friends, Mr. Simpson and 
the former Leellyn Watson met for the first time in Raymondville in 
1950; following a second date five years later, romance blossomed, 
and the couple exchanged vows on April 21, 1956, settling in 
Harlingen, where both their children, Leonard and Lisa, were born; 
and
	WHEREAS, In 1961, they moved their family to Robinson, where 
they continue to make their home; Mr. and Mrs. Simpson enjoy a full 
life together, made richer by the addition of a daughter-in-law, 
Claire, and a granddaughter, Morgan, as well as by their fellowship 
with the congregation of Columbus Avenue Baptist Church; and
	WHEREAS, An alumna of Baylor University, Mrs. Simpson enjoyed 
a teaching career with Waco ISD, while Mr. Simpson started his own 
business, Leonard's Truck Parts & Equipment, Inc., which he 
continues to operate today; and
	WHEREAS, For half a century, Mr. and Mrs. Simpson have shared 
life's trials and triumphs hand in hand, and it is indeed a pleasure 
to honor them for their enduring union; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby congratulate Leonard and 
Leellyn Simpson on their 50th 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 Mr. and Mrs. Simpson as an expression of high regard by 
the Texas House of Representatives.