H.R. No. 1685
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, Jack and Cathryn Garrison of Elm Mott
celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on September 18, 2007;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Garrison were united in matrimony on
that special day in 1937; through the years, they have nurtured a
fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the
addition of two sons and their wives, Jack and his wife, Marianne,
and Larry and his wife, Chandra; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Garrison retired from Texas State Technical
College and has been a rancher and cattleman; Mrs. Garrison is a
homemaker; the couple are members of Elm Mott United Methodist
Church; 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 one another, 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 81st Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Jack and Cathryn Garrison on
reaching the notable milestone of their 70th 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. Garrison as an expression of high regard
by the Texas House of Representatives.
Anderson
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1685 was adopted by the House on May
4, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House