SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 716

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Ruth Zises, who died recently; and

WHEREAS, Ruth Zises was a noted leader in the community and was revered by many as a role model; she was a gentle lady well known for her warmth and kindness, her generosity of spirit, and her loving dedication to five generations of her family; 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 husband and children of Ruth Zises: Bernard, Jay, Selig, and Seymour Zises, and their families; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 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 Ruth Zises. Ellis

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 17, 2007, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate