H.R. No. 658 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, February 10, 2013, marked the 62nd wedding anniversary of Raymond and Betty Sweetman of Canton, providing a fitting opportunity to reflect on their memorable journey together as husband and wife; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Sweetman were joined in matrimony on that memorable day in 1951; they have since been blessed with a treasured family that includes two children and their spouses, Leizha and Greg Mattingly and Steve and Andrea Sweetman, as well as five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Respected members of their community, the couple owned and operated the Real Deal Outlet before retiring; and WHEREAS, The 62 years of marriage that Mr. and Mrs. Sweetman have shared is eloquent affirmation of the meaning of love and commitment, and their enduring union is an inspiration to all who know them; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Raymond and Betty Sweetman on their 62nd 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. Sweetman as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Flynn ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 658 was adopted by the House on March 13, 2013, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House