SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 222

WHEREAS, An inspiring couple whose lives have been enhanced by a great and enduring love, Doyle and Judy Hughes of Lake Holbrook celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on July 6, 2016; and

WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Hughes were united in matrimony at a ceremony held in Irving in 1966; over the years, their family has grown to include their four sons, Rudy, Scotty, Chad, and Quincy, as well as their six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, Respected members of their community, Mr. Hughes retired from both the LTV Corporation and Lockheed Martin, and Mrs. Hughes worked for Abbott Laboratories in Irving; in their leisure time, they enjoy fishing and working in their yard; and

WHEREAS, While much has changed in the world over the past half century, 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 Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby congratulate Doyle and Judy Hughes on their 50th wedding anniversary and extend to them sincere best wishes for continued happiness; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the couple as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.

Hughes

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 21, 2017.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate