H.R. No. 2897
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, William and Ruth Martin of Waco
celebrated their 35th wedding anniversary on May 10, 2015; and
WHEREAS, Billy Martin and the former Ruth Kelly were united
in matrimony at Central Cathedral in Mazatlan, Sinaloa, Mexico, in
1980; through the years, their family has grown to include their
children, Lisa Ann Green and her husband, Eddie, and Anna Ruth Creel
and her husband, Nicholas, as well as their granddaughter, Isabella
Green; and
WHEREAS, Respected members of their community, Mr. Martin
worked with the United States Department of Justice for 25 years and
served as McLennan County justice of the peace for Precinct 1, Place
2, for 14 years before his retirement, while Mrs. Martin has
devoted herself to her home and family throughout their marriage;
and
WHEREAS, While much has changed in the world over the past 35
years, 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 84th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate William and Ruth Martin on their
35th 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.
Anderson of McLennan
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2897 was adopted by the House on May
30, 2015, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House