SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 85

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
pay tribute to Jettie Lee Jones on the grand occasion of her
100th birthday; and

	WHEREAS, A gracious lady who is known for her charm
and generosity of spirit, Jettie is a revered resident of her 
community; and

	WHEREAS, Jettie Lee Jones was born February 22, 1905,
to Walter Hunter Barrett and Mattie Porter Barrett; she was 
educated in Palestine, Texas, at the Chapel School; after 
completing school, she helped raise her brothers and sisters;
she later married and was a loving and nurturing mother to her 
daughter, Rubie Jean, and her adopted children, Johnny and 
Caroline; and

	WHEREAS, A woman of dignity and wisdom, Jettie can be proud 
of the strong and rich legacy she has created for others; and

	WHEREAS, A beloved and respected member of her community, 
Jettie Lee Jones 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,
79th Legislature, hereby recognize Jettie Lee Jones as a 
treasured citizen of her community and state; and, be it further

	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
her as a memento of this special day.
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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on February 2, 2005.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate