H.R. No. 1884 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, James and Jean Vorderkunz of Robinson celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on February 7, 2009, and they may indeed reflect with joy on the rewarding relationship they have shared; and WHEREAS, James Vorderkunz and the former Jean Goodwin exchanged the vows of matrimony at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waco on that special day in 1959, and over the course of their marriage, they have found in each other a loving life partner; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Vorderkunz, who are charter members of the Peace Lutheran Church of Hewitt, count among their blessings a fine family that includes their children, Glyn Vorderkunz and his wife, Debra, Lisa Houle and her husband, Steve, and Mike Vorderkunz and his wife, Robin, as well as seven grandchildren, Ryan, Katelyn, Katherine, Christopher, Kristin, Michael, and Carolyn, and a great-grandson, Aiden, with whom they share the many special occasions of life; and WHEREAS, For half a century, James and Jean Vorderkunz have brought to their marriage laughter, kindness, and devotion, and it is a pleasure to honor them for their enduring commitment; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby congratulate James and Jean Vorderkunz on reaching the noteworthy milestone of their golden 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. Vorderkunz as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Anderson ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1884 was adopted by the House on May 14, 2009, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House