80R11150 LRP-D
 
  By: Craddick H.R. No. 928
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, July 29, 2006, marked the 50th wedding anniversary
  of Herbert and Maurene Thurman, and this joyous event has provided a
  fitting opportunity to reflect on their memorable journey together
  as husband and wife; and
         WHEREAS, Herbert Thurman and the former Maurene Turney were
  joined in matrimony in 1956, at a ceremony held at First Baptist
  Church in Dublin; through the years, they have been blessed with a
  treasured family that includes a daughter, Cathy Dawson and her
  husband, Dale, as well as two granddaughters, Chantel Chiu and her
  husband, Thomas, and Andrea Dawson; and
         WHEREAS, Respected members of their community, Mr. Thurman
  is a retired owner of an insurance claims service and Mrs. Thurman
  is retired from Unocal; and
         WHEREAS, The 50 years of marriage that Mr. and Mrs. Thurman
  have shared is eloquent affirmation of the meaning of love and
  commitment, and their enduring union is an inspiration to all who
  know them; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 80th Texas
  Legislature hereby congratulate Herbert and Maurene Thurman 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. Thurman as an expression of high regard
  by the Texas House of Representatives.