SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 289
 
 
  In Memory
  of
  Sue Smith
 
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
  commemorates the life of Sue Smith, who died February 19, 2013,
  at the age of 69; and
         WHEREAS, Sue Smith was born July 8, 1943; she married
  Harold Lee Smith in March of 1966, and the couple raised two
  daughters, Dana and Keesha, who have been a source of much pride
  and joy; and
         WHEREAS, Mrs. Smith was the first chief of staff for
  Congressman Mickey Leland and played an important role in his
  success in the United States House of Representatives; she was
  involved through the years with the Leland Foundation, her
  daughters and her granddaughter Alex Moorer are all alumnae of
  the organization, and her daughter Dana serves on its board; and
         WHEREAS, A devout Christian who practiced her faith in her
  daily life, she was a longtime member of Pilgrim Congregational
  United Church of Christ; she was also active in numerous
  community organizations; and
         WHEREAS, A woman of courage, compassion, and grace, she
  gave unselfishly to others, and her wisdom, warmth, and
  enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be
  forgotten; and
         WHEREAS, She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother,
  and she leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by
  her family and countless friends; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
  83rd Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the
  bereaved family of Sue Smith; 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 Sue Smith.
 
  Ellis
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on February 25, 2013,
    by a rising vote.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate