81R33784 JKB-D By: Zerwas H.R. No. 2537 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Sharing a deep bond of love that has spanned half a century, Victor and Laurine Poncik of Louise celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on April 4, 2009; and WHEREAS, Victor Poncik and the former Laurine Orsag exchanged the vows of matrimony at St. Procopius Catholic Church in Louise on that day in 1959, and over the course of their marriage, they have found in each other a devoted life partner; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Poncik count among their blessings a fine family that includes a daughter, Belinda Bain, and a son, Bruce, with whom they treasure sharing the many special occasions of life; and WHEREAS, Residents of Wharton County throughout their marriage, Mr. Poncik is a truck driver for Rice Farmers Co-op and Mrs. Poncik serves as office manager for Gresham Trucking; and WHEREAS, Looking back over the past five decades, Victor and Laurine Poncik can savor a wealth of treasured 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 Victor and Laurine Poncik on the occasion 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. Poncik as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.