81R33780 JKB-D
By: Zerwas H.R. No. 2244
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Nurturing a deep bond of love that has spanned five
decades, Donald and Bonnie Bales of El Campo celebrated their 50th
wedding anniversary on March 20, 2009; and
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Bales exchanged the vows of matrimony
at Faith Memorial Baptist Church in Houston on that memorable day in
1959, and throughout the course of their marriage, they have found
great pleasure in sharing their life with one another; Mr. Bales is
retired from NewFirst National Bank of El Campo, while Mrs. Bales
was employed by New ICM El Campo before she retired; still living
life to the fullest, the couple enjoy travelling in their RV and
attending NASCAR events; and
WHEREAS, Beloved parents and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Bales
count among their blessings a fine family that includes two
children, Larry Bales and his partner, Russell Donaldson, and
Sherri Morgan and her husband, James, as well as two
granddaughters, Tiffany DeLuna and Brooke Molloy, and four
great-grandchildren, Destiny, Daniel, Danyelle, and J. J., with
whom they treasure sharing the many special occasions of life; and
WHEREAS, Looking back over the past half-century, Donald and
Bonnie Bales may reflect with joy on the rewarding marriage they
have built together 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 Donald and Bonnie Bales on 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. Bales as an expression of high regard by
the Texas House of Representatives.