SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 129

In Memory

of

Betty Louise Hughes

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Betty Louise Hughes, who died January 3, 2009, in Las Vegas, Nevada, at the age of 71; and

WHEREAS, Betty Hughes was born November 13, 1937; she was retired from her career with Morgan Stanley Discover Card in New Albany, Ohio; and

WHEREAS, An exemplary lady, Betty was respected for her many accomplishments; she was a woman of integrity, strength, and generosity who gave unselfishly to others; and

WHEREAS, Betty Hughes was beloved by many, and she leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by her family and friends; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Betty Louise Hughes: her daughters and son-in-law, Sylretha Smith and her husband, Chester, Syvera Smith, and Darlene Reece; her sister and brother-in-law, Barbara Morgan and her husband, Thomas; and her numerous grandchildren and 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 Betty Hughes.

Ellis

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 10, 2009, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate