H.R. No. 824 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, Bert and Susy Cogdill of Georgetown celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on February 16, 2011; and WHEREAS, Eighteen months after meeting at Kansas State University, Mr. and Mrs. Cogdill were united in matrimony in Pensacola, Florida, in 1961; through the years, they have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the addition of their son and daughter, six granddaughters, and a grandson; and WHEREAS, Mr. Cogdill served an eight-year tour of duty in the U.S. Navy, after which he became a special agent with the Naval Investigative Service; over the course of his career with NIS, the family resided in eight states, as well as the Philippines and Cuba; Mrs. Cogdill has been a dedicated homemaker throughout the couple's marriage; 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 Bert and Susy Cogdill 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. Cogdill as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Schwertner ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 824 was adopted by the House on March 31, 2011, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House