H.R. No. 1524 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Sharing a deep bond of love that has spanned five decades, Gary and RaJean Vawter of Canton are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on June 6, 2015; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Vawter met in the bride's hometown of York, Nebraska, where they were attending college; they exchanged the vows of matrimony on that memorable day in 1965, and over the course of their marriage, they have found in each other a devoted life partner; the couple moved to Nacogdoches to complete their undergraduate degrees and have lived in Mr. Vawter's home state for the past 48 years; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Vawter count among their blessings a fine family that includes their three sons and daughters-in-law, Brock and Cheryl, Brent and Paula, and Brad and Brenda, as well as their four grandchildren, Austin, Miranda, Avery, and Brenden, with whom they treasure spending many special occasions; they are also the parents of a beloved daughter, the late Johnna; and WHEREAS, Looking back over the past 50 years, Gary and RaJean Vawter 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 84th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Gary and RaJ ean Vawter 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 Mr. and Mrs. Vawter as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Flynn ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1524 was adopted by the House on April 16, 2015, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House