H.R. No. 962
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, Rufus and Betty Ruth Hurley of Temple
celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on February 25, 2011; and
WHEREAS, "Bud" Hurley and the former Betty Ruth Higdon were
united in matrimony in Monroe, Louisiana, in 1951; through the
years, they have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made
even richer with the addition of their daughter, Renee Vanderpool,
and two grandsons; and
WHEREAS, A veteran of the U.S. Air Force, Mr. Hurley retired
from Sun Oil Company after 35 years as an offshore helicopter pilot;
Mrs. Hurley was employed by Sears for more than two decades; and
WHEREAS, While innumerable changes have taken place in the
world during the past six 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 Rufus and Betty Ruth Hurley 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. Hurley as an expression of high regard by
the Texas House of Representatives.
Sheffield
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 962 was adopted by the House on April
7, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House