TITLE: Congratulating Jim and Maxine Howell of Temple on their 50th wedding anniversary.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Jim and Maxine Howell of Temple on their 50th wedding anniversary.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, An inspiring couple whose lives have been enhanced by a great and enduring love, Jim and Maxine Howell of Temple celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on January 6, 2011; and WHEREAS, Jim Howell and the former Maxine Tims were united in matrimony in Anchorage, Alaska, in 1961; through the years, they have nurtured a fulfilling marriage that has been made even richer with the addition of their children, Jim and his wife, Melinda, Keith and his wife, Toni, and Cheri, and two grandchildren; and WHEREAS, A veteran of the U.S. Army, Mr. Howell led his own band and also performed with Jerry Haisler and the Melody 5 for several years; he is retired from Texas Instruments; Mrs. Howell is a homemaker and the owner of a handmade crafts business; she formerly co-owned Family Video; residents of Temple since 1978, they are valued congregants of Memorial Baptist Church; 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 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 Jim and Maxine Howell 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. Howell as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Sheffield Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 255 was adopted by the House on February 24, 2011, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House