82R7989 BGU-D By: Cain H.R. No. 529 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, Aaron and Melba Brannon of Sulphur Springs celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on January 11, 2011; and WHEREAS, Aaron James Brannon and the former Melba Ford were united in matrimony in Garland in 1946; through the years, they have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the addition of 2 children, Charles Brannon and Mary Linda Hickson, 5 grandchildren, Kathy Granger, Karin Holacka, Tonya Hickson, Brandi Vitale, and Rusty Brannon, and 15 great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, A veteran of the U.S. Navy, Mr. Brannon worked in the field of air conditioning and refrigeration and taught at a trade school in Dallas; Mrs. Brannon has been a dedicated homemaker throughout their marriage; they are both faithful congregants of Lake Highlands Baptist Church; 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 Aaron and Melba Brannon 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. Brannon as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.