H.R. No. 962
 
 
 
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, Rufus and Betty Ruth Hurley of Temple
  celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on February 25, 2011; and
         WHEREAS, "Bud" Hurley and the former Betty Ruth Higdon were
  united in matrimony in Monroe, Louisiana, in 1951; through the
  years, they have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made
  even richer with the addition of their daughter, Renee Vanderpool,
  and two grandsons; and
         WHEREAS, A veteran of the U.S. Air Force, Mr. Hurley retired
  from Sun Oil Company after 35 years as an offshore helicopter pilot;
  Mrs. Hurley was employed by Sears for more than two decades; and
         WHEREAS, While innumerable changes have taken place in the
  world during 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 hereby congratulate Rufus and Betty Ruth Hurley 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. Hurley as an expression of high regard by
  the Texas House of Representatives.
 
  Sheffield
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 962 was adopted by the House on April
  7, 2011, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House