H.R. No. 1888 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, Jerry and Ruth McKethan of Waco celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June 1, 2008; and WHEREAS, Jerry McKethan and the former Ruth Sandifer were united in matrimony at First Baptist Church in Robinson on that special day in 1958; through the years, they have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the addition of their children, Darren and his wife, Lisa, and Kevin and his wife, Heather, and four grandchildren, John-Mark, Will, Presley, and Dane; and WHEREAS, Mr. McKethan worked as a claims investigator with a local truck line before becoming senior partner of McKethan Builders, a family partnership in residential construction, and a Realtor with First Realtors; Mrs. McKethan is a homemaker; and WHEREAS, Though innumerable changes have taken place in the world over the past half-century, 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 Jerry and Ruth McKethan 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. McKethan as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Anderson ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1888 was adopted by the House on May 14, 2009, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House