87R4535 MDM-D By: Oliverson H.R. No. 1749 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, Ben and Betty Dolezal of Houston celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on August 15, 2020; and WHEREAS, Ben Dolezal and the former Betty Sitz met after her high school graduation and were united in matrimony at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church in Houston in 1970; over the years, their family has grown to include three cherished sons, Daniel, Brian, and Wayne; and WHEREAS, Respected members of their community, Mr. Dolezal is a veteran of the U.S. Army who enjoyed a career with Dow Chemical while Mrs. Dolezal was employed with the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District; they have embarked on many trips with their family, and in retirement, Mr. Dolezal has dedicated himself to expanding his culinary skills, to the great delight of his wife; and WHEREAS, While much has changed in the world over the past half century, 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 87th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Ben and Betty Dolezal 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 the couple as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.