SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 577

In Memory

of

Whitney Cotton

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and commemorates the life of Whitney Cotton, who died March 15, 2015, at the age of 41; and

WHEREAS, Whitney Cotton was born on January 2, 1974, in Silsbee, to Leola and William Cotton; he graduated from Buna High School, where he was a standout athlete in football and weightlifting; and

WHEREAS, He moved to Austin to attend college and to begin a career; after working for a time in the computer industry, he embarked on a career in real estate, which allowed him to pursue his passion for helping others by assisting them in finding homes for their families; and

WHEREAS, A devout Christian who practiced his faith in his daily life, Mr. Cotton was a member of Mount Sinai Missionary Baptist Church; he was a source of strength to those in need of support or shelter, and he strived to provide people with the things they needed to succeed in life; and

WHEREAS, He was a man of courage and compassion who gave unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, his generous spirit, and his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be forgotten by those who were privileged to share in his life; and

WHEREAS, He was a devoted and loving son and brother, and he leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by his family and many friends; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved family of Whitney Cotton; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for his 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 Whitney Cotton.

Watson

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 20, 2015, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate