84R24994 KSM-D

By: Paddie H.R. No. 2345

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, Audrey and Louis Kariel of Marshall celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on April 23, 2015; and

WHEREAS, Louis Kariel and the former Audrey Daniels were united in matrimony at Temple Beth-El in Corsicana in 1950; through the years, their family has grown to include their children, Nancy and Mark, as well as their grandchildren, Jason Kariel and his wife, Rene, and Melissa Wolfson and her husband, Steven, and great-grandchildren, Isabel and Max Kariel and Brooke Wolfson; and

WHEREAS, Longtime residents of Marshall, Mr. Kariel worked in his family's business, The Hub Shoe Store, until his retirement in 2001, and Mrs. Kariel notably served as the mayor of Marshall from 1994 until 2001; they have both been involved in a number of civic efforts, including restorations of T&P Depot and the Harrison County Courthouse, and Mrs. Kariel is currently working with the Harrison County Historical Museum on an exhibit for the city's historic Temple Moses Montefiore; they are also valued members of Temple Emanu-El in Longview, and they enjoy traveling with friends and family; and

WHEREAS, While much has changed in the world over the past 65 years, 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 84th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Audrey and Louis Kariel on their 65th 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 the couple as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.