SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 869


In Memory

of

Mary Lou McLain

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Austin in mourning the loss of Mary Lou McLain, who
died April 22, 2005, at the age of 44; and
	WHEREAS, Mary Lou was born July 21, 1960, in Sao Paolo, Brazil,
to John and Mary Lou McLain; she graduated from Vanderbilt University
with a degree in Latin American studies; and
	WHEREAS, Mary Lou decided to devote her life to a career in 
nursing; she earned a graduate degree in nursing science from 
Texas Woman's University in 1991; and
	WHEREAS, For many years, the patients of Brackenridge 
Hospital benefited from Mary Lou's care and devotion; she also 
took on the responsibility of quality improvement initiatives in 
the emergency department; and
	WHEREAS, A passionate health care advocate, Mary Lou served
as a member of the Travis County Hospital Steering Committee and 
as president of Family Eldercare; countless Texas citizens have 
received quality health care as a result of her dedication and 
hard work; and
	WHEREAS, A woman of generosity and compassion, she gave 
unselfishly to others, and her wisdom, warmth, and valued counsel 
will not be forgotten by those who knew her; she 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, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Mary Lou McLain:  her husband, Lee Leffingwell; her mother,
Mary Lou Schulz; and her sisters, Kathy Brault, Chris McLain, and 
Virginia McLain; 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 Mary Lou McLain.
                                                                      Barrientos




________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on May 11, 2005, by a 
rising vote.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate