H.R. No. 2420 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Sharing a deep bond of love that has spanned six decades, Carl and Louise Threadgill of Robinson celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on August 2, 2007; and WHEREAS, Carl Threadgill and the former Leta Louise Braden exchanged the vows of matrimony in Waco on that special day in 1947, and over the course of their marriage they have found in each other a devoted life partner; Mr. Threadgill served in the U.S. armed forces during World War II and is retired from the U.S. Postal Service; Mrs. Threadgill worked for the regional office of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and is retired; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Threadgill count among their blessings a fine family that includes their children, Carleta Reichert and her husband, Rick, Susan Shreffler and her husband, Sam, and Philip Threadgill and his wife, Terri, as well as five grandchildren, David, Jennifer, Steven, Cameron, and Ryan, with whom they treasure sharing the many special occasions of life; and WHEREAS, Looking back over the past 60 years, Carl and Louise Threadgill 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 Carl and Louise Threadgill on the occasion of their 60th 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. Threadgill as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Anderson ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2420 was adopted by the House on May 28, 2009, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House