84R27350 MGB-F

By: Guillen H.R. No. 2438

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, The House of Representatives of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Lillie Mae Wieding for her many contributions to the Three Rivers community and her exceptional service as president of First State Bank; and

WHEREAS, Lillie Mae Wieding was valedictorian of her graduating class at Three Rivers High School; she began her career at First State Bank as a bookkeeper in 1951, when bank records were kept in hand-written ledger books and the terms of a home loan fit on a single page; and

WHEREAS, Through the years, she learned the details of the banking business by working in a wide variety of positions; she served as a cashier, teller, loan officer, and vice president; she was elected to the board of directors and named bank president in 1990; and

WHEREAS, Under her outstanding leadership, the bank continued to grow and prosper and to play an important role in the life of the community; she established the annual tradition of the bank's free holiday dinner, and she helped many people to maintain their businesses; in addition, she has served on numerous community boards, has been a member of many organizations and clubs, and is a lifetime member of Our Savior Lutheran Church; and

WHEREAS, An exemplary lady, she is beloved and respected by area citizens, and it is truly fitting that she receive special recognition for her generous spirit and her many achievements; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby recognize Lillie Mae Wieding for her exceptional contributions to the people of Three Rivers as a community leader and as president of First State Bank and extend to her best wishes for the future; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for her as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.