H.R. No. 2734 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The 91st birthday of an esteemed Texan is indeed cause for celebration, and Lura Rhodes of Newton commemorated this special milestone on May 1, 2015; and WHEREAS, From the Great Depression and World War II to the dawn of the space age and the invention of the Internet, Mr. Rhodes has lived through an array of historic events and witnessed remarkable changes and marvels since his birth in 1924; and WHEREAS, A source of wisdom and joy, he has brightened many lives over the years, and he is deeply cherished by his friends and family; and WHEREAS, Lura Rhodes is an inspiration to all who have the good fortune to know him, and his 91st birthday offers a welcome opportunity to remind him of the special place he holds in the hearts of his loved ones; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Lura Rhodes on his 91st birthday and extend to him heartfelt best wishes for continued happiness; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Rhodes as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. White of Tyler ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2734 was adopted by the House on May 21, 2015, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House