SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 44

WHEREAS, When they married on May 11, 1963, Patricia Ann O'Neal and Dan Barr made a lifetime commitment to each other, and their mutual trust has been amply rewarded, for they recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary; and

WHEREAS, Patricia and Dan were married at the First Presbyterian Church in Atoka, Oklahoma; they both are graduates of North Texas State University; Mr. Barr is retired from his career with Kimberly-Clark, and Mrs. Barr was an independent gerontologist; and

WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Barr have been blessed with a wonderful family; they are beloved and respected by their children, Catherine Barr-Marziotti and Stephen Barr, and by their grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, The couple celebrated their anniversary with a dinner and reception at the Schwertner Ranch Event Center on June 8; and

WHEREAS, Over the years, Patricia and Dan have continued to love and cherish one another, and their long and happy union is truly an inspiration to us all; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby extend congratulations to Patricia and Dan Barr on their 50th wedding anniversary; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for this distinguished couple as a memento of this special day in their lives.

Schwertner

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on July 12, 2013.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate