H.R. No. 1688
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Sharing a deep bond of love that has spanned more
than half a century, Bill and Stella Ellis of Waco celebrated their
60th wedding anniversary on August 30, 2007; and
WHEREAS, Bill Ellis and the former Stella Logan exchanged the
vows of matrimony in Dallas on that special day in 1947, and over
the course of their marriage, they have found in each other a
devoted life partner; and
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Ellis count among their blessings a
daughter, Linda, with whom they treasure sharing the many special
occasions of life; Mr. Ellis answered his nation's call to duty with
service in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II and retired
after 39 years with Central Freight Lines; Mrs. Ellis worked at
Central Freight Lines and for the Army and Air Force Exchange
Service in Dallas; the couple are members of Western Heights
Baptist Church in Waco; and
WHEREAS, Bill and Stella Ellis have brought laughter,
kindness, and devotion to their marriage, and it is a pleasure to
honor them for their enduring commitment; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Bill and Stella Ellis on the
notable milestone of their 60th 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. Ellis 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. 1688 was adopted by the House on May
4, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House