ENROLLED Page 1 of 2 Regular Session, 2010 HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 124 BY REPRESENTATIVE BURFORD A RESOLUTION To commend the Gillyard, Johnson, and Mahoney families on the memorable and historic occasion of their family reunion, August 6 through 8, 2010. WHEREAS, in August of 2010, the Gillyard, Johnson, and Mahoney families are assembling to celebrate their history and the unwavering unity that they have demonstrated for generations; and WHEREAS, the Gillyard, Johnson, and Mahoney ancestors were lifelong residents of DeSoto and Caddo parishes, and today's Gillyards, Johnsons, and Mahoneys take great pride in their ancestral origin; and WHEREAS, the Gillyard, Johnson, and Mahoney families are great Louisiana families with a rich heritage whose members throughout the years have been vibrant and beloved members of Louisiana communities; and WHEREAS, the remarkable individuals gathering for this unforgettable occasion merit a special measure of commendation for the tremendous honor that they bring to DeSoto and Caddo parishes and to the state of Louisiana. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby commend the Gillyard, Johnson, and Mahoney families upon the occasion of their family reunion, August 6 through 8, 2010, does hereby express sincere appreciation and gratitude to these wonderful people for their outstanding achievements and singular contributions, and does hereby extend best wishes for continued success and happiness as they convene for this extraordinary event to celebrate their unique spirit of family, love, unity, and pride. ENROLLEDHR NO. 124 Page 2 of 2 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be transmitted to Betty Gillyard Griggs. SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATI VES