79R5194 MAM-D

By:  Craddick                                                     H.R. No. 408



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Charles and JoAnn Schoolcraft celebrated a 
wonderful milestone in their lives together with the arrival of 
their 50th wedding anniversary on November 20, 2004; and
	WHEREAS, The loving couple were honored at a family 
celebration on Thanksgiving Day at the home of their son and 
daughter-in-law, Eldon and Shelia Schoolcraft of Midland; many 
memories were shared at the reception, including the events of that 
fine day 50 years ago when the Schoolcrafts were joined in marriage 
in Colorado City; and
	WHEREAS, The Schoolcrafts were married after the groom 
returned from two years of service in the U.S. Army; the newlyweds 
moved to Brownfield before relocating to Midland, their home of 46 
years; today they are happily retired and enjoy spending time with 
their three children, six grandchildren, and many friends; and
	WHEREAS, For five decades, Mr. and Mrs. Schoolcraft have 
nurtured a supportive relationship built on mutual devotion and 
respect, and their enduring union remains an inspiration to all 
those who have shared in its joy; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby commemorate the 50th wedding anniversary of 
Charles and JoAnn Schoolcraft and congratulate them on this joyous 
occasion; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Schoolcraft as an expression of high 
regard by the Texas House of Representatives.