SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 562

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Diorene Thomas on the grand occasion of her 80th birthday on May 13, 2023; and

WHEREAS, Diorene Thomas was born in 1943 in Dallas to Elijah "Jack" Thomas and Ruby Lee Robinson; the eldest of six children, Diorene graduated from Lincoln High School in 1961; and

WHEREAS, A woman of great virtue, talent, and grace, Diorene is an exemplary citizen who has dedicated her life to faithfully serving her community and nurturing her many loved ones; she has been a member of the Singing Hills Neighborhood Association for more than 40 years, and she retired from her position with Bank of America in 2011; and

WHEREAS, Blessed with a loving spirit, Diorene is a valued member of her church ministry and has served with several auxiliaries of the Exciting Singing Hills Baptist Church, including the usher board, Season Vessel board, Bereavement Ministry, and the Loving Care committee; and

WHEREAS, Diorene has been a devoted mother to her four children, and her nine grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren have enriched her life immeasurably; Diorene and her family may take great pride in her generous nature and many achievements, and she is indeed deserving of special recognition for reaching this important milestone in her life; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, hereby recognize Diorene Thomas as a treasured Texas citizen and extend to her congratulations on the occasion of her 80th birthday and best wishes for a memorable and joyful birthday celebration; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her as a memento of this special day.

West

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 12, 2023.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate