SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 96

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
pay tribute to Thelma Mae Evans-Gray on the grand occasion of 
her 100th birthday; and
	WHEREAS, A gracious lady who is known for her charm and 
generosity of spirit, Thelma Evans-Gray is a revered resident 
of San Antonio; and
	WHEREAS, Thelma was born on May 8, 1904, in 
Harrisburg, Illinois; she shared a long and loving marriage 
with Harold Gray, and the couple was blessed with one daughter; 
and
	WHEREAS, Known for her creativity, Thelma worked in 
catering for 35 years, and she enjoys gardening, crocheting, 
bridge, and traveling; and
	WHEREAS, A devout Christian, Thelma practices her faith 
in her daily life; she joined the Bethel African Methodist 
Episcopal Church at an early age; she later joined Allen Chapel 
African Methodist Episcopal Church, where she became active with 
the Adult Sunday School class and the Missionary Society; she 
also served as a local and district leader with the Layman 
organization, and she organized the Tape Ministry to record 
Sunday worship services for those unable to attend church; she is 
currently a member of Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church 
in San Antonio; and
	WHEREAS, A beloved and respected member of her community, 
Thelma is noted for her courage, her compassion for others, and 
her enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 
78th Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby congratulate 
Thelma Mae Evans-Gray on her 100th birthday and recognize her as 
a treasured citizen of San Antonio and the State of Texas; and, be 
it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
                                                                       Wentworth




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on May 6, 2004.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate