82R8589 JGH-D
 
  By: Sheffield H.R. No. 621
 
 
 
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, Eddie and Gladys Dantzler of Holland,
  Texas, celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on January 26,
  2011; and
         WHEREAS, Eddie Dantzler and the former Gladys Persky were
  united in matrimony in Brooklyn, New York, in 1941; through the
  years, they have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made
  even richer with the addition of two children, Pat and David
  Dantzler, as well as five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren,
  and five great-great-grandchildren; and
         WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Dantzler are longtime residents of
  Holland; after serving his nation in the U.S. Marine Corps, Mr.
  Dantzler worked for Halliburton until his retirement in 1985; Mrs.
  Dantzler has been a dedicated homemaker throughout their marriage;
  and
         WHEREAS, While much has changed in the world over the past
  seven 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 hereby congratulate Eddie and Gladys Dantzler on their
  70th 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. Dantzler as an expression of high regard
  by the Texas House of Representatives.