H.R. No. 1206
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, Bruce and Shirley Shoquist of Rockwall
celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on December 19, 2008; and
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Shoquist met at Denison University in
Ohio and were united in matrimony on that special day in 1958;
through the years, they have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that
has been made even richer with the addition of four children, Sheri,
Steve, Stacy, and Shannon, and seven grandchildren, Ryan, Todd,
Macall, Corbin, Cody, Katie, and Knox; and
WHEREAS, Following his service as a lieutenant in the U.S.
Marine Corps, Mr. Shoquist worked for 40 years in medical sales;
Mrs. Shoquist taught 11th grade English for two decades before her
retirement; they are active members of Lake Pointe Church in
Rockwall and enjoy traveling and spending time with family and
friends; and
WHEREAS, While innumerable changes have taken place in the
world during the past half-century, this devoted husband and wife
have remained constant in their commitment to one another, and the
strength of their love has enabled them to meet life's challenges
with grace and optimism; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Bruce and Shirley Shoquist on the
occasion of 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. Shoquist as an expression of high regard
by the Texas House of Representatives.
Laubenberg
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1206 was adopted by the House on April
23, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House