SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 689

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of Waycross, Georgia, in mourning the loss of Martha Brewer Gogue, who died March 8, 2007, at the age of 82; and

WHEREAS, Martha Brewer Gogue was born in Waycross on February 25, 1925, to Samuel Frank Brewer and Lillie Lowe Brewer, and she lived in Waycross all her life; and

WHEREAS, Mrs. Gogue owned Rosedale Florist for 38 years and was a revered member of the Waycross community; she belonged to the Winona Park United Methodist Church; and

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

WHEREAS, She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, and 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, 80th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Martha Brewer Gogue: her husband of 62 years, M.J. Gogue; her son and daughter-in-law, Jay and Susie Gogue; her daughter and son-in-law, Sharon and Sam Barnett; and her five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; 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 Martha Brewer Gogue. Gallegos

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 12, 2007, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate