H.R. No. 408 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Ed and Marabeth Russell of Winnsboro celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on September 3, 2014, and they may indeed reflect with joy on the rewarding relationship they have shared; and WHEREAS, On that memorable day in 1954, Mr. and Mrs. Russell exchanged the vows of matrimony in Terrell, and over the course of their marriage, they have found in each other a loving life partner; through the years, they have made dear friends and countless fond memories living in different cities in Texas and Virginia, and they presently call Winnsboro their home; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Russell count among their blessings a fine family that includes their children, Deborah Miller and her husband, Bill, Ed Russell and his wife, Lori, John Russell, and Carrie Russell, as well as their grandchildren, Leanne Marshall and her husband, Dave, and Jake, Garnett, and Molly Russell, with whom they treasure spending many special occasions; and WHEREAS, For six decades, Ed and Marabeth Russell 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 Ed and Marabeth Russell on their 60th 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 Russells as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Hughes ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 408 was adopted by the House on February 19, 2015, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House