83R17572 LB-D By: Craddick H.R. No. 1301 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, Chester and Pat Crow of Midland celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on February 28, 2013; and WHEREAS, Chester Crow and the former Patsy Rowland were united in matrimony at a ceremony held in Danville, Arkansas, in 1953; over the years, they have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the addition of 4 children, Jim, Carla, Cindy, and Sandy, 10 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Mr. Crow served in the United States Air Force during World War II, and he is now retired from Amoco Pipeline Company; Mrs. Crow is a homemaker; 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 each other, 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 83rd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Chester and Pat Crow 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. Crow as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.