82R20517 BGU-D
 
  By: Craddick H.R. No. 1358
 
 
 
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, Dennis and Becky Edwards of Midland
  celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on March 6, 2011; and
         WHEREAS, Dennis Edwards and the former Becky Lowrey were
  united in matrimony at Normandy United Methodist Church in
  Centerville, Ohio, in 1971; through the years, they have nurtured a
  fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the
  addition of two daughters, Stefanie Greer and Samantha Krieger, and
  three grandchildren, Parker, John, and Rebekah; and
         WHEREAS, Respected members of their community, Mr. and Mrs.
  Edwards have lived in Midland for seven years after previously
  residing in Virginia and the Carolinas; Mr. Edwards served as the
  CEO of TESSCO from 2003 until 2010 and now holds the same position
  with a construction company in Oklahoma; he also consults in
  mergers and acquisitions and enjoys playing golf and traveling;
  Mrs. Edwards is a homemaker who delights in cooking and enjoys
  Precept Bible studies; and
         WHEREAS, While much has changed in the world over the past
  four 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 Dennis and Becky Edwards on their
  40th 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. Edwards as an expression of high regard by
  the Texas House of Representatives.