SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 102


In Memory

of

Gladys Josey Cummings


	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens 
of Houston in mourning the loss of Gladys Josey Cummings, who 
passed away recently; and

	WHEREAS, Gladys was dedicated to her family and was 
respected in the community for her many accomplishments;
a devout Christian, she was a member of the Fifth Ward Missionary
Baptist Church; she was preceded in death by her husband,
Claude Cummings, Sr.; and

	WHEREAS, A woman of compassion, strength, and deep faith, 
Gladys gave generously of herself to others, and her wisdom, 
warmth, and valued counsel will not be forgotten by those who 
knew her; and

	WHEREAS, A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, Gladys 
leaves behind memories that will be cherished forever by her 
family and many friends; now, therefore, be it

	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere 
condolences to the bereaved family of Gladys Josey Cummings:
her sons and daughters-in-law, Claude Cummings, Jr.,
Rorary Darrell Cummings, and Keith Tracy Cummings, and Ruth, 
Charles, and Edith; her nine grandchildren and four 
great-grandchildren; and her sisters, Mrs. Julie Simpson and 
Mrs. Elece Josey Sauls; and, be it further

	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
the members of 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 Gladys Cummings.
                                                                           Ellis




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on July 18, 2005, by a 
rising vote.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate