SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 650
In Memory
of
Lunita Johnson White
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Alta Mesa, Wilmer, and Hutchins, in southern
Dallas County, in mourning the loss of Lunita Johnson White,
who died April 16, 2003; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. White was a highly respected leader in the
Alta Mesa community for over 40 years and was noted for her
struggle for social and community causes and her dedication to
public service; she was retired from the Texas Lottery; and
WHEREAS, She had been active in educational issues since
joining the Parent-Teacher Organization when her children were
in school and was a member of the Wilmer-Hutchins Independent
School District Board of Education for over 22 years; and
WHEREAS, A devout Christian, Mrs. White was a cofounder of
New Life Missionary Baptist Church and devoted her life to
upholding three important institutions--home, church, and
education; and
WHEREAS, In May of 2002, Mrs. White was honored by New Life
Missionary Baptist Church for her dedicated service to the field
of education and her many accomplishments in the community; the
church proclaimed May 19, 2002, "Lunita White Day"; and
WHEREAS, A woman of integrity, strength, and generosity,
Mrs. White gave unselfishly of her time to others, and her
wisdom, warmth, and valued counsel will not be forgotten by those
who knew her; and
WHEREAS, Lunita White lived her life to the fullest and was
a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, and she leaves behind
memories that will be treasured forever by her family and many
friends; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
78th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the family
of Lunita Johnson White: her husband, Preston White; her children,
Rodney, Tony, James, Kirk, Tonya, Darance, and Danzavier; and her
26 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
her family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the
Texas Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do
so in memory of Lunita Johnson White.
West
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 22, 2003, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate