H.R. No. 176 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Joe and Geraldine Tarbet of Lubbock celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on December 18, 2012, and they may indeed reflect with joy on the rewarding relationship they have shared; and WHEREAS, Joe Tarbet and the former "Jerry" Hogg exchanged the vows of matrimony in a ceremony held in Lamesa in 1952, and over the course of their marriage, they have found in each other a loving life partner; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Tarbet count among their blessings a fine family that includes two children, Darla Blasingame and Treva Brensing, as well as seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren, with whom they treasure sharing many special occasions; and WHEREAS, For six decades, Joe and Jerry Tarbet have brought to their marriage laughter, kindness, and devotion, and it is a pleasure to honor them for their enduring commitment; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Joe and Geraldine Tarbet 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. Tarbet as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Frullo ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 176 was adopted by the House on February 18, 2013, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House