82R17282 JGH-D By: Frullo H.R. No. 1081 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, An inspiring couple whose lives have been enhanced by a great and enduring love, Charles and Sharon Gass of O'Donnell celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on February 25, 2011; and WHEREAS, Charles Gass and the former Sharon Brewer were united in matrimony in Lamesa in 1961; through the years, they have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the addition of their children and their spouses, Benny and Cindra Gass, Don and Penny Forbes, and Corey and Sarah Gass, as well as their 10 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, While much has changed in the world over the past half-century, this devoted husband and wife have remained constant in their commitment to one another, and the strength of their love has enabled them to meet life's challenges and opportunities with grace and optimism; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Charles and Sharon Gass on 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. Gass as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.