LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Donald and Mary Neal McFarland
upon the occasion of their 60th Wedding Anniversary

WHEREAS, Donald and Mary Neal McFarland have been united in marriage
for 60 years; and
WHEREAS, Donald and Mary Neal McFarland are and always have been a
tower of strength, support, understanding and limitless love for their
family; and
WHEREAS, Their love, devotion, caring, sensitivity and responsiveness
to their family, friends and all who know them are their hallmark and
tradition; and
WHEREAS, Donald and Mary Neal McFarland have lived and continue to
live their lives with great dignity and genuine grace, always demon-
strating a deep and continuing concern for human values and ideals, and
in so doing, they have inspired others to do the same; and
WHEREAS, They are devoted parishioners of Christ Church where they
have been active participants in countless church worship capacities,
fundraisers, and social groups, as well as helping out in the thrift
shop; whenever someone is needed they are there; of particular note,
they spearheaded efforts for the church's new pipe organ and columbari-
um; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Donald and Mary Neal McFarland are very active
in the community and are long-time members of Meals on Wheels, the
Warwick Historical Society, and the VFW; and
WHEREAS, This meaningful occasion is the result of the love, hard work
and spirit that this couple has invested in their marriage; and
WHEREAS, These same values they have passed to their loved ones,
producing a family that is close-knit and supportive of its individual
members, public-minded in its relations to the community and committed
to the ideals of citizenship upon which this Nation was founded; and
WHEREAS, Donald and Mary Neal McFarland have touched the lives of
their family and many friends through the shining example of their
marriage, which is a testament to the devotion and admiration which they
possess for one another; and
WHEREAS, The longevity of this enduring marriage truly marks a mile-
stone in life's journey, an event of personal triumph and joy; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when an occa-
sion of such importance is brought to our attention, the same should be
memorialized by us for the edification and emulation of others; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Donald and Mary Neal McFarland upon the occasion of their
60th Wedding Anniversary; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Donald and Mary Neal McFarland.