H.R. No. 960 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Sharing a deep bond of love that has spanned six and a half decades, Ernest and Lillian Winkler of Temple celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on February 24, 2011; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Winkler exchanged the vows of matrimony at the Grove in Temple on that memorable day in 1946, and over the course of their marriage, they have found in each other a devoted life partner; and WHEREAS, The couple count among their blessings a fine family that includes three children, Larry Winkler, Dennis Winkler, and Kathy Wright, and three grandchildren, with whom they treasure sharing the many special occasions of life; and WHEREAS, The 65 years of marriage that Mr. and Mrs. Winkler 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 Ernest and Lillian Winkler 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. Winkler as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Sheffield ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 960 was adopted by the House on April 7, 2011, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House