82R30724 BGU-D By: Craddick H.R. No. 2396 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, Lawrence and Patty Fuller of Midland celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on May 18, 2011; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Fuller met while playing bridge at the University of Oklahoma student union, and they were united in matrimony in Norman, Oklahoma, in 1946; through the years, they have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the addition of three children, Tricia, Doug, and Gary, and five grandchildren, Jay, Monica, Blaine, Colin, and Kendall; and WHEREAS, Mr. Fuller is retired from a notable career with Gulf Oil, and Mrs. Fuller worked for the Norman newspaper before becoming a homemaker; they have resided in Midland for more than six decades; and WHEREAS, While innumerable changes have taken place in the world during the past six and a half decades, 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 Lawrence and Patty Fuller on their 65th 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. Fuller as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.