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 1-2                          SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 113
 1-3           WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes pleasure in
 1-4     recognizing Frances Roderick Axelson on her outstanding work as
 1-5     a leading citizen of El Paso and as a philanthropist; and
 1-6           WHEREAS, Frances Axelson was raised with a belief in giving
 1-7     and helping others in need; her father, Dorrance D. Roderick,
 1-8     established the Roderick Foundation, which is now an integral part
 1-9     of the El Paso Community Foundation, where she has been active on
1-10     the board of directors for many years; and
1-11           WHEREAS, Mrs. Axelson began her career of service as a
1-12     Red Cross nurse's aide at both City County Hospital and
1-13     Southwestern General Hospital; she later became a Junior League
1-14     volunteer at Providence Memorial Hospital, where she continued
1-15     to contribute her time for 37 years; and
1-16           WHEREAS, Mrs. Axelson's favorite project is improving the
1-17     decorations and holiday lights in San Jacinto Plaza; she feels
1-18     that the downtown plaza is a focal point for the community,
1-19     particularly at Christmas time; and
1-20           WHEREAS, Known for her indomitable spirit, she looked for a
1-21     living Christmas tree for the plaza; it was donated in memory of
1-22     the late husband of Mrs. Corrine Boyce, and the beautiful tree
 2-1     thrives in the middle of the plaza all year; and
 2-2           WHEREAS, During the holiday season is when Mrs. Axelson's
 2-3     gifts are truly visible; more than 21,000 feet of clear and gold
 2-4     twinkling lights were purchased and more lighted figures and
 2-5     features, a lighted, animated Santa's Express Train as well as a
 2-6     lighted depot water tower were added; and
 2-7           WHEREAS, Mrs. Axelson is a highly respected community leader
 2-8     who has generously devoted time and energy to charitable
 2-9     organizations, and her many worthy accomplishments reflect her
2-10     dedication and her commitment to her fellowman; now, therefore,
2-11     be it
2-12           RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
2-13     77th Legislature, hereby commend Frances Roderick Axelson on
2-14     her philanthropic gestures and contributions to the citizens of
2-15     El Paso and the State of Texas; and, be it further
2-16           RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her
2-17     as a token of esteem from the Texas Senate.
2-18                                                               Shapleigh
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2-20                                          President of the Senate
2-21                                       I hereby certify that the above
2-22                                  Resolution was adopted by the Senate
2-23                                  on January 29, 2001.
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2-25                                          Secretary of the Senate
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2-27                                           Member, Texas Senate