H.R. No. 2449 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Sharing a deep bond of love that has spanned six decades, Joe and Mildred Stanislav of Waco celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on July 7, 2007; and WHEREAS, Joe Stanislav and the former Mildred Pratka exchanged the vows of matrimony at St. Mary's Church in West on that special day in 1947, and over the course of their marriage, they have found in each other a devoted life partner; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Stanislav count among their blessings a fine family that includes three daughters, Katherine Aufman and her husband, Bill, Dorothy Fritz and her husband, Ron, and Kim Bolfing and her husband, Jerry, as well as seven grandchildren, Connie, Jodi, Matthew, Martha, Beau, Shelby Jo, and Molly, and two great-grandchildren, Alec and Kaitlynne, with whom they treasure sharing the many special occasions of life; and WHEREAS, Looking back over the past six decades, Joe and Mildred Stanislav 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 Joe and Mildred Stanislav on their 60th 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. Stanislav as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Anderson ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2449 was adopted by the House on May 28, 2009, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House