H.R. No. 1799
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, Sidney and Betty Henson of Waco
reached a significant milestone when they celebrated their 60th
wedding anniversary on May 1, 2008; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Henson and the former Betty Nell Marlow were
united in matrimony in Fort Worth in 1948; through the years, they
have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer
with the addition of their daughter, Linda Kay Friedholm, and her
husband, David, and their granddaughter, Amber Leigh Malcolm, and
her husband, Todd; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Henson worked for Swift Meat Company for 40
years and retired in 1989; Mrs. Henson retired from ARA Food Service
at Baylor University in 1994; residents of Waco for 52 years, they
attend Primrose Drive Baptist Church; and
WHEREAS, While much has changed in the world over the past six
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 Sidney and Betty Henson on their
60th wedding anniversary in 2008 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. Henson 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. 1799 was adopted by the House on May
11, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House