SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 152

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes pleasure in 
recognizing Marie Carter on the grand occasion of the celebration 
of her 80th birthday on May 6, 2006; and

	WHEREAS, Marie Carter is an exemplary and distinguished 
lady who is known for her warmth and sense of humor; she is 
beloved and respected by her family and friends and is noted for 
her compassion and generosity; and

	WHEREAS, Marie was one of five children born to R.A. and 
Lula Duty Johnson; after raising her four children, Frieda, 
Lynda, Doug, and Steve, she earned a bachelor's degree and taught 
school in Kentucky for 20 years; she moved to Cleveland in 1984 
and taught kindergarten for five years until her retirement; she 
then served as a volunteer at the Cleveland Regional Medical 
Center for 14 years; and

	WHEREAS, Marie Carter is a source of strength to others, 
and her birthday is an appropriate time for all who know her to 
express their admiration and affection; now, therefore, be it

	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
79th Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby commend 
Marie Carter on her accomplishments and extend congratulations 
to her on the joyous occasion of her 80th birthday; and, be it 
further

	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
her as an expression of best wishes from the Texas Senate.
                                                                        Williams




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on May 8, 2006.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate