83R15088 LUC-D
 
  By: Frullo H.R. No. 1256
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Bill and Patricia Smith of Lubbock celebrated their
  50th wedding anniversary on March 7, 2013, and they may indeed
  reflect with joy on the rewarding relationship they have shared;
  and
         WHEREAS, Bill Smith and the former Patricia Neff exchanged
  the vows of matrimony at First Methodist Church in Floydada in 1963,
  and over the course of their marriage, they have found in each other
  a loving life partner; and
         WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Smith count among their blessings a
  fine family that includes two daughters, Sheryl Stephens and her
  husband, Scott, and Becky Duncan and her husband, Brad, as well as
  three grandsons, with whom they treasure sharing many special
  occasions; and
         WHEREAS, For half a century, Bill and Patricia Smith have
  brought to their marriage laughter, kindness, and devotion, and it
  is a pleasure to honor them for their enduring commitment; now,
  therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
  Legislature hereby congratulate Bill and Patricia Smith on their
  golden 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. Smith as an expression of high regard by
  the Texas House of Representatives.