Senate Joint Resolution 71, sponsored by Southerland, honors Frank and Barbara Greene as they celebrate their sixtieth wedding anniversary. The resolution highlights their enduring marriage, which began on December 4, 1964, in Gate City, Virginia. It acknowledges their commitment to each other through life's challenges and joys, their contributions to the community, and their roles as loving parents and grandparents. Frank Greene's service in the U.S. Army and his career at Weavexx, along with Barbara Greene's retirement from Wal-Mart, are also noted, showcasing their dedication both to their family and to their professions.

The resolution emphasizes the significance of the Greenes' marriage as a model of love, commitment, and family values in a changing world. It expresses the General Assembly's warmest wishes for their continued happiness and recognizes their marriage as a testament to the importance of enduring relationships. An appropriate copy of the resolution will be prepared for presentation, celebrating this milestone in the Greenes' lives.