H.R. No. 1846
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, Pernell and Audrey Peterson
celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on August 18, 2007; and
WHEREAS, Pernell J. Peterson and the former Audrey Thompson
were united in matrimony at First Lutheran Church in Waco on that
special day in 1942; through the years, they have nurtured a
fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the
addition of their children, Patricia McElfish and her husband,
John, Carol Blasche and her husband, Donald, and Thomas Eric
Peterson, as well as six grandchildren, Donna, Michael, Erik,
Nathan, Jason, and Gavin, and two great-granddaughters, Kaitlyn and
Ashley; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Peterson is retired from Waco Printing Company
and Mrs. Peterson is retired from the Texas State Commission for the
Blind; the couple are members of Saint Matthew Lutheran Church; and
WHEREAS, While much has changed in the world over the course
of their marriage, 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 Pernell and Audrey Peterson on the
notable milestone of their 65th 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. Peterson 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. 1846 was adopted by the House on May
14, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House