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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 851


In Memory

of

Helen Ann Fisher


	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens
of Houston in mourning the loss of Helen Ann Fisher, who died
May 1, 2005, at the age of 75; and

	WHEREAS, Born March 2, 1930, in Houston, Helen grewup in 
the Riverside neighborhood with her adoptive parents,
Madeline and Virgil Fisher; she credited the variety of cultures 
in that vibrant neighborhood with giving her a sense of community 
that served as a foundation for her life and career; and

	WHEREAS, Helen graduated from Texas Christian University with
double majors in religion and psychology, and she earned a master's
degree in social work from The University of Texas at Austin;
she devoted her professional career to the development of programs
for children; and

	WHEREAS, She lived for many years on the East Coast, where she
assisted in creating children's programs for a number of agencies 
in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania; she returned to Houston
in 1980 to work for The University of Texas Medical School at Houston
in the Pediatric Department; and

	WHEREAS, A tireless advocate for children, Helen maintained
a private practice specializing in adoption studies; she also 
worked as a consultant for children's services for Saint Mark's 
Episcopal Church and the Church of the Holy Spirit and worked in 
the therapeutic foster care program at the Children's Center in 
Galveston; and

	WHEREAS, A longtime political activist and a proud "Yellow Dog
Democrat," Helen was a Democratic precinct chair for many years and
a member of the Harris County Democratic Executive Committee; and

	WHEREAS, Nicknamed "The Hat," Helen delighted in political 
conventions and rallies; she was always easy to recognize, with 
her hat adorned with political buttons and her ready smile; her 
photo album was full of pictures of herself with the men and women 
she admired, including President Clinton, Hillary Clinton, 
Sheila Jackson Lee, Ann Richards, and many more; and

	WHEREAS, The National Association of Social Workers 
benefited from Helen's leadership and expertise; beginning in 
1956, she served in a variety of posts, including that of Houston 
Branch secretary and Houston Branch chair; she also served as 
president of the association's Texas Chapter; and

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

	WHEREAS, Helen Fisher lived her life to the fullest, 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,
79th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the 
bereaved family and friends of Helen Ann Fisher; 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 Helen Ann Fisher.
                                                                           Ellis




________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on May 10, 2005, by a 
rising vote.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



________________________________ 
     Member, Texas Senate