By Maxey H.R. No. 318 74R6397 PAN-D R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, Alta Russell was recently honored in a "Celebration 1-2 of Life" reception held at the Rebekah Baines Johnson Retirement 1-3 Center as one of a number of remarkable women ranging in age from 1-4 90 to 98 who have not only lived life, but have embraced it to the 1-5 fullest; and 1-6 WHEREAS, Born on July 28, 1904, in Pana, Illinois, she spent 1-7 much of her adult life in Illinois but came south in 1964 to be 1-8 near her daughter and, over the course of the past three decades, 1-9 has embraced the culture and flavor of Texas with the enthusiasm 1-10 and pride of a native Texan; and 1-11 WHEREAS, Mrs. Russell has enjoyed a varied career, working as 1-12 a sales clerk in department stores, doing alterations, and serving 1-13 as a lunchroom cashier at Sacred Heart School, while still finding 1-14 time to create precious, one-of-a-kind craft projects with her 1-15 crocheting; and 1-16 WHEREAS, When asked to reflect on her life, Mrs. Russell 1-17 responded with these words, "I work hard. And I guess I'm just 1-18 from good stock," a sentiment that would certainly be shared by all 1-19 who have been privileged to share her love throughout the years; 1-20 and 1-21 WHEREAS, Alta Russell is a beloved member of her community 1-22 whose kindness, warmth, and generosity have touched the lives of 1-23 countless people, and it is a privilege to recognize her at this 1-24 time; now, therefore, be it 2-1 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 74th Texas 2-2 Legislature hereby honor Alta Russell and extend warmest best 2-3 wishes to her for continued good fortune and happiness; and, be it 2-4 further 2-5 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-6 prepared for Mrs. Russell as an expression of highest regard by the 2-7 Texas House of Representatives.