H.R. No. 181
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, March 14, 2017, marks the 50th wedding anniversary
of Jon and Mary Peterson of Jersey Village, and this joyous event
provides a fitting opportunity to reflect on their rewarding
journey together as husband and wife; and
WHEREAS, Jon Peterson and the former Mary Elizabeth
Shackelford were joined in matrimony on that memorable day in 1967
in Houston; over the years, they have been blessed with a treasured
family that includes their son, Christopher, as well as their two
grandchildren, Cody and Sadie; and
WHEREAS, Valued residents of the Jersey Village community for
nearly four decades, the couple are both retired from their
respective careers; Mr. Peterson served his country proudly as a
member of the U.S. Army, and in his civilian life, he held positions
with AT&T, Boy Scouts of America, and the Cypress-Fairbanks
Independent School District; Mrs. Peterson was also employed by
AT&T, where she worked as a secretary; and
WHEREAS, In their leisure hours, Mr. and Mrs. Peterson enjoy
hunting, fishing, and spending time with their grandchildren;
Mr. Peterson counts cowboy action shooting among his favorite
hobbies, while Mrs. Peterson takes pleasure in her membership in
the Red Hat Society; sustained by a deep faith, they are both
devoted congregants at their church; and
WHEREAS, The half century of marriage that Mr. and
Mrs. Peterson have shared is eloquent affirmation of the meaning of
love and commitment, and their enduring union is an inspiration to
all who know them; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Jon and Mary Peterson 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. Peterson as an expression of high regard
by the Texas House of Representatives.
Elkins
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 181 was adopted by the House on
February 23, 2017, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House