H.R. No. 95

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, Jim and Marilyn Clanahan of Midland celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on June 6, 2011; and

WHEREAS, Jim Clanahan and the former Marilyn Swint were united in matrimony at First United Methodist Church in Mont Belvieu in 1951; through the years, they have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the addition of four sons and their spouses, Keith and Gin, Kyle and Karla, Kevin and Jane, and Keric and Cheryl, as well as seven grandchildren, Emily, Michael, Nathaniel, Sean, Kelly, Cole, and Meghan; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Clanahan worked for Humble Oil/Exxon for many years and retired in 1986; Mrs. Clanahan has been a dedicated homemaker throughout their marriage; the couple moved to Midland shortly after they were married and then lived in several West Texas and New Mexico cities before returning to Midland in 1988; respected members of their community, they are congregants of St. Luke's United Methodist Church; and

WHEREAS, While much has changed in the world over the past six decades, 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 and opportunities with grace and optimism; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate Jim and Marilyn Clanahan on their 60th 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. Clanahan as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Craddick

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 95 was adopted by the House on June 28, 2011, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House