H.R. No. 585

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, February 18, 2007, marked a very special occasion in the life of Millie Johnson Washington of Houston, for on that date she celebrated the joyous occasion of her 80th birthday; and

WHEREAS, A native Texan, Mrs. Washington is a graduate of Jack Yates Senior High School in Houston, and she holds both a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in education from Texas Southern University; and

WHEREAS, Mrs. Washington distinguished herself as an educator with the Houston Independent School District throughout an outstanding career that spanned approximately 35 years; even in retirement she has continued to share her expertise with children as a dedicated volunteer; and

WHEREAS, An active member of Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church for more than six decades, Mrs. Washington has long served the congregation in numerous leadership positions, and her achievements include founding a group that assists children and senior citizens; and

WHEREAS, She enjoyed a 52-year marriage with Dave McHenry Washington, Sr., until his passing, and together they raised six children; today, Mrs. Washington also enjoys the love and affection of several cherished grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, Mrs. Washington may indeed reflect with joy on all she has accomplished in her life, and she is to be commended for her many years of commitment to the education of area young people; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 80th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Millie Johnson Washington on her 80th birthday and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued happiness; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mrs. Washington as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Dutton

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 585 was adopted by the House on March 15, 2007, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House