84R7938 KSM-D By: Flynn H.R. No. 1521 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Gerald and Gayle Shinn of Wills Point celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on January 29, 2015, and they may indeed reflect with joy on the rewarding relationship they have shared; and WHEREAS, On that memorable day in 1965, Gerald Shinn and the former Gayle Harrelson exchanged the vows of matrimony in Pickton, and over the course of their marriage, they have found in each other a loving life partner; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Shinn count among their blessings a fine family that includes their children, Jerry Shinn and his wife, Melissa, and Greg Shinn and his wife, Dawn, as well as their grandchildren, Ben, Bailey, Brooklyn, Andrew, and Matt, with whom they treasure spending many special occasions; and WHEREAS, For half a century, Gerald and Gayle Shinn 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 84th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Gerald and Gayle Shinn on their 50th 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 the couple as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.