TITLE: Congratulating R. L. and Virginia Shelton of Midland on their 50th wedding anniversary.

SUMMARY: Congratulating R. L. and Virginia Shelton of Midland on their 50th wedding anniversary.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, An inspiring couple whose lives have been enhanced by a great and enduring love, R. L. and Virginia Shelton of Midland celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on March 23, 2013; and WHEREAS, Burr and Gin Shelton were united in matrimony at a ceremony held in 1963; over the years, they have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the addition of their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Shelton owned Shelton Sheet Metal Specialties; in their leisure time, the couple enjoy attending church, traveling, hunting and being outdoors, playing tennis, and going to auctions; and WHEREAS, While innumerable changes have taken place in the world during 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 83rd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate R. L. and Virginia Shelton on their golden 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. Shelton as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Craddick Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1525 was adopted by the House on April 24, 2013, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House