SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 150

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Tura Stephens Hobbs on the joyous occasion of her 100th birthday, on February 4, 2011; and

WHEREAS, Tura Stephens was born in Shelby County on February 4, 1911; she moved with her family to Austin when she was in the fourth grade; she served as a schoolteacher after earning a teaching certificate at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor; and

WHEREAS, Tura married Carl A. Hobbs, and the couple was blessed with three daughters, Terry, Patsy, and Christy, and four grandchildren and a great-granddaughter; and

WHEREAS, Mrs. Hobbs was dedicated to her work as a homemaker, and she was an active member of First Baptist Church of Austin, where she taught Sunday school and sang in the choir; and

WHEREAS, Today, Mrs. Hobbs enjoys singing old hymns, playing dominoes, and spending time with family and friends; she is noted for her spirited nature, her generosity, and her enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby recognize Tura Stephens Hobbs as a treasured citizen of our state and extend to her congratulations on the occasion of her 100th birthday; and, be it further

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

Watson

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 31, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate