The resolution honors Merriett B. "Pete" Coppock and Shirley Parson Coppock as they celebrate their seventieth wedding anniversary. It highlights their enduring commitment to each other, which began when they met in 1953 after Pete's return from the Korean War. They married on June 13, 1954, and have since built a life together marked by love, faith, and resilience. The resolution acknowledges their individual contributions to their community, including Shirley's extensive involvement in the Saline Missionary Baptist Church and various local organizations, as well as Pete's service in the Korean War and his long career at A.P. Green Refractories Company.

The Senate expresses pride in recognizing the couple's milestone anniversary, emphasizing the strength of their relationship and the impact they have made in their community. The resolution concludes with a directive for a copy to be sent to the Coppocks, celebrating their legacy of love and commitment.