[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 162 (2016), Part 7]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 9423]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




   HONORING MARK AND JOANNA BURNS FOR THEIR 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. JACKIE WALORSKI

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 16, 2016

  Mrs. WALORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mark and Joanna 
Burns of Mishawaka, Indiana for their 50th wedding anniversary.
  Having married in 1966, Mark and Joanna now celebrate the very 
special occasion of their golden anniversary. Fifty years of marriage 
is a marvelous accomplishment and speaks volumes about the love and 
compassion that they share with one another, and their tremendous 
foundation of faith.
  It is obvious to all who spend time with them that they cultivated a 
truly beautiful life together. Their lasting commitment not only to one 
another, but also to their family is a shining example of devotion and 
faithfulness in our very own Hoosier community. As public school 
teachers, they touched the lives of thousands of students. As youth 
leaders in their church, they impacted mine as well. They embody the 
very values of what it means to be husband and wife.
  On behalf of Hoosiers in the Second Congressional District, it is my 
honor to congratulate them on their anniversary and celebrate in this 
milestone. In addition, I would like to extend my sincerest 
congratulations to Mark, Joanna, and their entire family. It is my hope 
that their love continues to grow stronger with each passing year.

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