SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 648

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

WHEREAS, A true Texan possessed of an independent spirit and strong will, this gracious lady is well known for her charm and generosity of spirit, and she is a revered resident of Houston; and

WHEREAS, Elnor Lee Garrett Moran was born May 14, 1909, in Ponta to Mary Eliza Dotson and Wilmoth Garrett; a fourth generation Texan, she married Clyde Moran in 1932, and the couple raised four children, Walter, Henry, Richard, and Mary, whose families now represent an additional four generations of Texans; and

WHEREAS, A 1928 graduate of Grapeland High School, Mrs. Moran attended Tyler Commercial School and worked in the legal profession; she has borne witness to many momentous events over the course of her long and productive life; and

WHEREAS, Mrs. Moran is a devout Christian who practices her faith in her daily life; a beloved and respected member of her community, she is noted for her courage, her compassion for others, and her enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st Legislature, hereby recognize Elnor Lee Garrett Moran as a treasured citizen of our state and extend to her heartfelt congratulations on her 100th birthday; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.

Patrick

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 20, 2009.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate