HR0679 96TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The institution of marriage is one of the cornerstones upon which our society is built, and a marriage that has achieved a notable longevity is truly a model for the people of the State of Illinois; and

WHEREAS, Algren and Joanne Anderson were married on October 10, 1959 at St. Teresa Church in Belleville; and

WHEREAS, Algren and Joanne Anderson are the proud parents of Mark Anderson, Matthew Anderson, Margaret Besing, Michael Anderson, and Brien Anderson and the loving grandparents of 11 grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, Algren and Joanne Anderson renewed their marriage vows during the 10 A.M. Mass at St. Lawrence Church on October 11, 2009; and

WHEREAS, The respect for marriage reaches one of its highest plateaus when a couple such as Algren and Joanne Anderson celebrate their golden wedding anniversary; Algren and Joanne stand as examples of the best of our society, and their love and devotion to each other and to their family and friends serve as a reminder to all that hard work, dedication, and love can make a difference in today's world; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-SIXTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Algren and Joanne Anderson on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary and wish them happiness and good health in the future; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Algren and Joanne Anderson as a symbol of our esteem and respect.