SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 301

In Memory

of

Gayla Dawn Morris

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the residents of Wichita Falls and Clay County in mourning the loss of Gayla Dawn Morris, who died January 21, 2013, at the age of 66; and

WHEREAS, Born November 14, 1946, Gayla grew up to lead a gratifying life and to fill many roles; she became a devoted community servant, a mother, a realtor, and a bank vice president; and

WHEREAS, A deeply committed woman of faith, Mrs. Morris taught Sunday school, led Bible studies, and was an elder at the First Christian Church in Wichita Falls; and

WHEREAS, In her youth, Mrs. Morris attended Wichita Falls High School and Midwestern State University; after college, she developed a passion for volunteerism and focused her attention on the Junior League, the Parent Teacher Association, and the Heritage Society of Wichita Falls; and

WHEREAS, After raising her two cherished daughters, Mrs. Morris began working for Bank One in Wichita Falls and was eventually appointed vice president; she also became a licensed realtor and enjoyed a successful career in real estate; and

WHEREAS, In 1998, she and her husband and childhood sweetheart, Howard, moved to rural Clay County; there, the couple spent their time celebrating the fresh air and natural beauty of their beloved Texas; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Gayla Dawn Morris; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her family as an expression of sincere condolences from the Texas Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Gayla Morris.

Estes

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 25, 2013, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate