82R13102 BGU-D By: Anderson of McLennan H.R. No. 896 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, March 2, 2011, marked the 60th wedding anniversary of Carrol and Blanch Ward of McGregor, providing a fitting opportunity to reflect on their memorable journey together as husband and wife; and WHEREAS, Carrol Ward and the former Blanch Hill were joined in matrimony in 1951; through the years, they have been blessed with a treasured family that includes two children and their spouses, Don and Billie Ward and Pamela and David DeBorde, as well as two grandsons, Joshua Ward and his wife, Maureen, and Brad DeBorde and his wife, Katie; and WHEREAS, Respected members of their community, Mr. Ward is retired from TXU Energy and Mrs. Ward is retired from Smead Manufacturing; and WHEREAS, The 60 years of marriage that this devoted couple have shared is eloquent affirmation of the meaning of love and commitment, and their enduring union is an inspiration to all who know them; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Carrol and Blanch Ward on their 60th 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. Ward as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.