83R8777 STE-D

By: Darby H.R. No. 609

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Leroy and Jackie Palmer of San Angelo are observing a joyous milestone in their marriage on February 25, 2013, when they celebrate their 64th wedding anniversary; and

WHEREAS, Leroy H. Palmer and the former Jackie Lou Cutright attended school together in Jal, New Mexico, after their parents moved there during World War II; united in matrimony on that special day in 1949, the couple moved to Texas shortly thereafter; they have been blessed with two sons, Deral and his wife, Linda, and Keith and his wife, Fay, and they have shared in the joy of welcoming into their family 5 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Palmer began his career with the El Paso Natural Gas Company when he was still a teenager; over the course of his 39 years with the company, he was transferred to Algeria, and the family has many fond memories of their four years there; it was in Algeria that Mrs. Palmer learned to paint fine china, a hobby she still enjoys today; Mr. Palmer has acquired a love for antique cars, and he takes great pleasure in making an annual drive to Georgia and back in his vintage 1931 Ford Model A; Mr. and Mrs. Palmer are both valued members of Southland Baptist Church; and

WHEREAS, For 64 years, this devoted couple have nurtured a strong bond of love and respect, and as they look back fondly on many happy times and cherished family memories, it is indeed a pleasure to join in honoring them on their enduring union; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Leroy and Jackie Palmer on their 64th 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. Palmer as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.