SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 110
WHEREAS, An inspiring couple whose lives have been
enhanced by a great and enduring love, Johnny and Bonnie Cates of
Quitman are celebrating their 62nd wedding anniversary on
April 7, 2017; and
WHEREAS, On that memorable day in 1955, high school
sweethearts Johnny Cates and the former Bonnie Williams were
joined in matrimony in a ceremony held at the First Baptist
Church of Gilmer; over the years, they became the parents of four
children, Steve, Amanda, Laura Lee, and the late Scott Cates, and
today their fine family has grown to include two additional
generations; and
WHEREAS, Valued residents of Quitman since 1970, the
couple are now both retired; Mr. Cates served as a colonel in the
Texas National Guard and Reserve and worked for the Texas
Agricultural Extension Service, while Mrs. Cates enjoyed a
notable career with the Quitman Independent School District; and
WHEREAS, While much has changed in the world over the past
62 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 Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby congratulate Johnny and Bonnie Cates on the
occasion of their 62nd wedding anniversary and extend to them
sincere best wishes for continued happiness; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the couple as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 6, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate