TITLE: Congratulating Roy and Marylyn Byrd of Lamesa on their 50th wedding anniversary.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Roy and Marylyn Byrd of Lamesa on their 50th wedding anniversary.

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WHEREAS, An inspiring couple whose lives have been enhanced by a great and enduring love, Roy and Marylyn Byrd of Lamesa celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on March 4, 2011; and WHEREAS, Roy Byrd and the former Marylyn Cox were united in matrimony in Lamesa in 1961; through the years, they have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the addition of two daughters, Michelle Northam and her husband, Blake, and Meggan Warren and her husband, Jon, as well as six grandchildren and a great-grandchild; and WHEREAS, Respected members of their community, Mr. and Mrs. Byrd serve their neighbors in myriad ways, including visits to the elderly, the homebound, and those suffering from illness; and WHEREAS, While much has changed in the world over the past five decades, this devoted husband and wife have remained constant in their commitment to one another, 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 82nd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Roy and Marylyn Byrd 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. Byrd as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Craddick Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1449 was adopted by the House on May 12, 2011, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House