H.R. No. 177 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Sharing a deep bond of love that has spanned five decades, Murray and Jean McNeely of Lubbock celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on December 16, 2012; and WHEREAS, Murray McNeely and the former Jean Forrest exchanged the vows of matrimony in Lubbock on that memorable day in 1962, and over the course of their marriage, they have found in each other a devoted life partner; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. McNeely count among their blessings a fine family that includes five children, David McNeely and his wife, Tracey, Kevin McNeely and his wife, Tonya, Russell McNeely, Jennifer Hise and her husband, Tom, and Christina Truitt and her husband, Chris, as well as nine grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Looking back over the past half-century, Murray and Jean McNeely can savor a wealth of cherished family memories and know that the strength of their love and commitment ensures that many more joyful times await them; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Murray and Jean McNeely on their golden 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. McNeely as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Frullo ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 177 was adopted by the House on February 18, 2013, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House