H.R. No. 481

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, Leroy and Ora Mae Simek of Waco celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on December 31, 2012; and

WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Simek were united in matrimony in 1952 by the Reverend Michael O'Reagan in a ceremony held at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Rosebud; the couple settled in Waco in 1956 and are faithful congregants at St. Louis Catholic Church; and

WHEREAS, Through the years, the Simeks have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the addition of their children, Quinn Simek and Peggy Pepin; in addition to their children, Mr. and Mrs. Simek have welcomed into the world five grandchildren, Roger and Rory Simek, Rebecca Jones, Reagen Hines, and Matthew Reyes, as well as five great-grandchildren, Madison Garcia, Tanner and Abigail Simek, Jaxon Jones, and Gianna Reyes; 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 each other, 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 83rd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Leroy and Ora Mae Simek 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. Simek as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Anderson

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 481 was adopted by the House on February 28, 2013, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House