H.R. No. 1850
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Don and Jeanette Markum of Waco celebrated their
  50th wedding anniversary on April 25, 2008, and they may indeed
  reflect with joy on the rewarding relationship they have shared;
  and
         WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Markum exchanged the vows of matrimony
  on that special day in 1958, and over the course of their marriage,
  they have found in one another a loving life partner; and
         WHEREAS, Respected members of Meadowbrook Baptist Church,
  Mr. and Mrs. Markum count among their blessings a fine family that
  includes two children, Dean and Doug, and three grandchildren, with
  whom they share the many special occasions of life; and
         WHEREAS, For half a century, Don and Jeanette Markum have
  brought to their marriage laughter, kindness, and devotion, and it
  is a pleasure to honor them for their enduring commitment; now,
  therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
  Legislature hereby congratulate Don and Jeanette Markum on reaching
  the joyous milestone of 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. Markum as an expression of high regard by
  the Texas House of Representatives.
 
  Anderson
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 1850 was adopted by the House on May
  14, 2009, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House