81R8196 MDM-D
By: Craddick H.R. No. 631
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, A 50th wedding anniversary marks a lifetime of love
and shared experiences, and Peter and Esther Cordova of Midland
celebrated this joyous milestone in their marriage on January 31,
2009; and
WHEREAS, A native of Sweetwater, the former Esther Martinez
met Pete Cordova in 1959, in his hometown of Odessa, where the pair
were joined in marriage that same year; they lived in that city
until the mid-1960s when they moved to Midland; and
WHEREAS, Since becoming husband and wife, Mr. and Mrs.
Cordova have nurtured a fulfilling relationship that has been
further enriched by their 5 children, Belinda Granado, Brenda
Dominguez, Pete Cordova, Jr., Sonya Marin, and Denny "Dino"
Cordova; they have also shared the joy of welcoming 15
grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren into their family; and
WHEREAS, Respected members of their community, Mr. and Mrs.
Cordova are committed Republicans and avid Lee High School
supporters; now both retired, Mr. Cordova worked for Rogers Ford
while Mrs. Cordova was an employee of Manor Park; and
WHEREAS, This devoted couple have shared five decades of
abiding love and affection for one another, and they are among an
exceptional group of men and women who can claim such a lasting
commitment; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Peter and Esther Cordova 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. Cordova as an expression of high regard by
the Texas House of Representatives.