83R7620 MDM-D By: Anderson H.R. No. 534 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, Delbert and Pearl Fahrner of Hewitt celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on February 4, 2013; and WHEREAS, Delbert Fahrner and the former Pearl Eloise Preston met at their job in Ashland, Virginia, and they were joined in matrimony in 1963; through the years, they have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the addition of three children, Patricia and her husband, Nicholas, Delbert and his sweetheart, Cindy, and Randy and his wife, Rachel, as well as nine grandchildren, D. J., Sherianne, Nicholas, Haleigh, Ireland, Joshua, Clayton, Madison, and Zaylie; and WHEREAS, While much has changed in the world over the past half-century, 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 Delbert and Pearl Fahrner 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. Fahrner as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.