H.R. No. 1522
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, An inspiring couple whose lives have been enhanced
  by a great and enduring love, Marty and Marilyn Ginnane of Waco
  celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on October 18, 2008; and
         WHEREAS, Martin Ginnane and the former Marilyn Moroney were
  united in matrimony at St. Margaret of Scotland Church in Chicago on
  that special day in 1958; through the years, they have nurtured a
  fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the
  addition of six children, Mary Rita, Kathleen, Peggy, Jean, Joseph,
  and Jim, and 13 grandchildren, Katelyn, Justin, Adam, Zachary,
  Shelby, Megan, Michael, Mary Katherine, Matthew, Kristen, Sarah,
  Jacob, and Jeremy; and
         WHEREAS, Mr. Ginnane moved his family to Waco in 1974, when he
  was transferred by M&M/Mars; the couple have enjoyed 34 years of
  membership at St. Louis Catholic Church; and
         WHEREAS, While much has changed in the world over the past
  half-century, this devoted husband and wife have remained constant
  in their commitment to one another, and the strength of their love
  has enabled them to meet life's challenges with grace and optimism;
  now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
  Legislature hereby congratulate Marty and Marilyn Ginnane on their
  golden 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. Ginnane as an expression of high regard by
  the Texas House of Representatives.
 
  Anderson
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 1522 was adopted by the House on April
  30, 2009, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House