H.R. No. 1859 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Sharing a deep bond of love that has spanned five decades, William and Mary Krause celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June 1, 2007; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Krause exchanged the vows of matrimony in Pawnee on that special day in 1957, and over the course of their marriage, they have found in each other a devoted life partner; and WHEREAS, Proud parents and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Krause count among their blessings a fine family that includes their children, William Krause, Jr., and his wife, Patricia, Kirk Krause, and Kimberly Browne and her husband, Ross, three grandsons, Shane, Bobby, and Cody, and a great-grandson, Tyler, with whom they treasure sharing the many special occasions of life; and WHEREAS, Looking back over the past half-century, William and Mary Krause can savor a wealth of cherished family memories and know that the strength of their love and commitment ensures that many more joyful times await them; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby congratulate William and Mary Krause on their 50th 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. Krause as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Anderson ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1859 was adopted by the House on May 14, 2009, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House