81R36262 JKB-D
By: Gallego H.R. No. 2798
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, June 7, 2009, marks the 60th wedding anniversary of
Clay and Jody Miller of Valentine, and this joyous event provides a
fitting opportunity to reflect on their memorable journey together
as husband and wife; and
WHEREAS, Clay Espy Miller and the former JoEllen Canada were
joined in matrimony in 1949, at a ceremony held in Nevada, Missouri;
through the years, they have been blessed with a treasured family
that includes four sons, Albert, Bill, Jim, and Walter, as well as
eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Miller have owned and operated the C. E.
Miller Ranch since 1960, and in 2003 they received the Lone Star
Land Steward Award from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department; in
addition to meeting their work and family responsibilities, they
have been involved with a number of civic and professional
organizations, including the National Cattlemen's Beef Association
board of directors, Valentine Independent School District board of
trustees, Highland Soil and Water Conservation board of trustees,
Chihuahuan Desert Research Institute board of directors,
Trans-Pecos Cattlewomen, and Jeff Davis County Historical
Commission; and
WHEREAS, The six decades of marriage that Mr. and Mrs. Miller
have shared is eloquent affirmation of the meaning of love and
commitment, and their enduring union is an inspiration to all who
know them; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Clay and Jody Miller on 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. Miller as an expression of high regard by
the Texas House of Representatives.