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79R13651 MW-D

By:  Chavez                                                       H.R. No. 1446



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, At 82 years of age, Betty Barrie of El Paso maintains 
an active fitness regimen, and she remains a source of inspiration 
to all who know her; and
	WHEREAS, Mrs. Barrie is highly accomplished, having raised 
three children and worked for many years in management at White 
Sands Missile Range; she also worked at Fort Bliss, where in 1997 
she received the Commander's Award for Civilian Service; moreover, 
Mrs. Barrie has served as president of the El Paso Business and 
Professional Women's Club, is an avid jogger, walker, and bowler, 
and has traveled to 49 states and 21 countries; and
	WHEREAS, In 2005, this remarkable woman will once again take 
part in the annual El Paso Senior Games; a participant in the event 
since 1998, she has amassed more than 350 trophies, medals, 
ribbons, plaques, and other awards through the years, and she was 
inducted into the El Paso Senior Games Hall of Fame in 2003; and
	WHEREAS, Demonstrating athleticism and a true zest for life, 
Betty Barrie lives each day to the fullest, proving that physical 
activity can greatly enhance the lives of seniors who stay young at 
heart; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby honor Betty Barrie for her myriad achievements 
and congratulate her on her continued participation in the El Paso 
Senior Games; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mrs. Barrie as an expression of high regard by the 
Texas House of Representatives.