H.R. No. 1848
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, Harry and Sue Ferrell of Lorena
celebrated the remarkable occasion of their 70th wedding
anniversary on July 29, 2008; and
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Ferrell were united in matrimony on
that memorable day in 1938; through the years, they have nurtured a
fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer as their family
has grown to include their sons, Michael Ferrell and Billy Ferrell
and his wife, Linda, as well as their four grandchildren, Cameron,
Carrie, Amy, and Mark, and five great-grandchildren, Coty, Hunter,
Hailey, Connor, and Caiden; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ferrell retired from Exxon Pipeline Company
after nearly four decades of outstanding service, while Mrs.
Ferrell has been a homemaker throughout the couple's marriage;
valued members of their community, the Ferrells are congregants of
Brazos Meadows Baptist Church; and
WHEREAS, While much has changed in the world over the past 70
years, 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 pay tribute to Harry and Sue Ferrell and extend
to them sincere congratulations on their 70th wedding anniversary;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Ferrell 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. 1848 was adopted by the House on May
14, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House