81R25332 JNC-D
By: Anderson H.R. No. 1840
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, Bobby and Betty Chastain of Waco
celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on March 4, 2008; and
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Chastain were united in matrimony in
Bartlesville, Oklahoma, in 1948; through the years, they have
nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with
the addition of a daughter, Teresa, and her husband, Evan, a
grandson, Josh, and a great-granddaughter, Lauren; and
WHEREAS, A veteran of World War II, Mr. Chastain is a survivor
of the U.S.S. Johnston (DD-557), a destroyer that was sunk during
the Battle of Leyte Gulf; this courageous Texan went on to serve
this nation in the Korean War as well; after leaving the service, he
graduated from Baylor University and worked with Hercules before
his retirement; Mrs. Chastain has been a volunteer with the fine
arts division of the Heart O' Texas Fair and Rodeo for the past 40
years; 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 Bobby and Betty Chastain on 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. Chastain as an expression of high regard
by the Texas House of Representatives.