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79R10311 MDM-D
By: Craddick H.R. No. 840
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Seven decades of marriage is truly a reason for
celebration, and on February 9, 2005, Merejildo and Felipa Heredia
of Midland marked this milestone in their life together with a mass
at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church; and
WHEREAS, Lifelong Midland residents, Mr. Heredia and the
former Felipa Gonzales were joined in matrimony in 1935, in a
ceremony held at St. George Catholic Church in their hometown;
through the years, they have nurtured an enduring union that has
brought much happiness to them, as well as to their large circle of
loved ones; and
WHEREAS, Cherished by their adoring family, Mr. and Mrs.
Heredia have been richly blessed with nine children, 18
grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren, and 14
great-great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Heredia has been a loving wife and mother and a
dedicated homemaker throughout her marriage, while Mr. Heredia is
retired from employment with the City of Midland Parks and
Recreation Division, Tampico Spanish Inn, El Monterrey Restaurant,
and ranching; and
WHEREAS, Together, this devoted couple have shared the trials
and triumphs of 70 years of marriage and parenthood, and it is a
distinct pleasure to join in honoring them on the joyous occasion of
their 70th wedding anniversary; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas
Legislature hereby warmly congratulate Merejildo and Felipa
Heredia on the momentous milestone of their 70th wedding
anniversary and extend to them heartfelt best wishes for continued
happiness; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Heredia as an expression of high regard by
the Texas House of Representatives.