H.R. No. 2976
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, June 6, 2009, marks the 50th wedding anniversary of
Carl and Lillian Beam of Falls City, and this joyous event provides
a fitting opportunity to reflect on their memorable journey
together as husband and wife; and
WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Beam were joined in matrimony in 1959;
through the years, they have been blessed with a treasured family
that includes three children and their spouses, Mike Beam and his
wife, Irene, Neta McMullen and her husband, Ralf, and Bryan Beam and
his wife, Arlene; the couple have further shared in the joy of
welcoming into their family four cherished grandchildren, Tyler,
Colton, Caleb, and Chris; and
WHEREAS, Respected members of their community, the Beams have
operated several successful businesses in and around the Falls City
area; Mr. Beam owned and operated a bulldozer company, and he and
his wife together ran a small cattle ranch and own Shorty's Cafe, a
popular local steakhouse that has served happy customers for more
than 30 years; moreover, Mr. Beam served as a county commissioner
for 10 years; and
WHEREAS, The half-century of marriage that this devoted
couple 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 Carl and Lillian Beam on their 50th
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. Beam as an expression of high regard by
the Texas House of Representatives.
Gonzalez Toureilles
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2976 was adopted by the House on June
1, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House