SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 826

In Memory

of

Nell Schotz

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens of Austin in mourning the loss of Nell Schotz, who died March 13, 2012, at the age of 77; and

WHEREAS, Nell Schotz was born May 24, 1934, in Austin; she was a graduate of Austin High School, where she was a member of the band; she went on to earn a master's degree in education from The University of Texas at Austin; and

WHEREAS, After her graduation, she embarked on a long and fulfilling career in education; she taught first grade at Palm Elementary School for 18 years and then became a school counselor; she was a dedicated and resourceful educator who instilled in her students a sense of pride and a lifelong love of learning; and

WHEREAS, After her retirement from teaching, she had a longtime dream fulfilled when she and her husband, Dick, opened the Party Pig, a gift and party supply store in North Austin; she retired after 12 years of operating the store; and

WHEREAS, A woman of warmth, kindness, and generosity, she gave unselfishly to others, and her wisdom and enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be forgotten; and

WHEREAS, Nell Schotz was a devout Christian and was devoted to her family, and she leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by her family and many 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 Nell Schotz; 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 Nell Schotz.

Watson

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 3, 2013, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate