SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 768

WHEREAS, An inspiring couple whose lives have been enhanced by a great and enduring love, Patrick and Fay Cosgrove of Dallas are celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary on May 27, 2017; and

WHEREAS, Patrick Calvin Cosgrove of Great Bend, Kansas, and the former Fay Evelyn Buckbee of Eastland exchanged the vows of matrimony in a private home ceremony on that memorable day in 1947; over the course of their marriage, they have had the pleasure of watching their family grow to include their four children, eight grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, Longtime residents of Dallas, Mr. Cosgrove served his country as a member of the United States Navy during World War II and earned a Purple Heart for his valor, and Mrs. Cosgrove enjoyed a notable tenure in the Army and Air Force Exchange Service; and

WHEREAS, While much has changed in the world over the past seven 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 Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby congratulate Patrick and Fay Cosgrove on their 70th 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 Mr. and Mrs. Cosgrove as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.

Huffines

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 18, 2017.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate