SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 50

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

WHEREAS, This gracious lady is well known for her charm and generosity of spirit, and she is a revered resident of Houston; and

WHEREAS, Rosie Lee Rand was born February 10, 1907, in Jefferson, Texas, to Will and Fannie Shepard; she married Frank Lee, and the couple had a son, Freddy Lee; she later married Clyde E. Rand and was a loving wife for 49 years; and

WHEREAS, A talented seamstress, she is known for the beautiful clothing and hats she makes; she also worked for many years at the National Bank of Commerce in Houston; and

WHEREAS, A beloved and respected member of her community, Mrs. Rand is noted for her courage, her compassion for others, and her enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest; and

WHEREAS, In celebration of her birthday, her friends are gathering on February 10, 2007, at the Holy Bible Way Church in Houston to share in this inspiring milestone in her life; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,

80th Legislature, hereby recognize Rosie Lee Rand as a treasured citizen of our state; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her as a memento of this special day in her life. Ellis

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 23, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate