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By: Ortega H.R. No. 715

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, The passing of Marguerite Caruthers of El Paso on February 15, 2017, at the age of 65, has brought great sadness to the family and many friends of this vibrant and gracious woman; and

WHEREAS, Marguerite Caruthers was born on March 25, 1951; an actress and a beloved member of the El Paso theater community, she performed in dozens of productions for the El Paso Playhouse over the past decade; along the way, her kindness, her sense of humor, and her enthusiasm for life made an impression on everyone she encountered; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Caruthers shared a rewarding marriage with her husband, the late Jud Caruthers, and she was the devoted mother of four children, Katherine, Brendan, Quinn, and Tessa; over the years, she was further blessed with two grandchildren, Bijou and Zahir, and she enjoyed a close and caring relationship with David Yenshaw; in addition, her life was enriched by her love of animals, and she deeply cherished her family pets, Jack, Kiley, Kitty, and Hyde; and

WHEREAS, Although the loss of Marguerite Caruthers is keenly felt by countless people, they will forever treasure their memories of the laughter, warmth, and joy that she brought into their lives; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Marguerite Caruthers and extend heartfelt condolences to the members of her family: to her children, Katherine Lileck-Moreno, Brendan Caruthers, Quinn Judson Caruthers, and Tessa Caruthers; to her grandchildren, Bijou and Zahir Encinas; to her sister, Mary Louise Gibson; to her partner, David Yenshaw; and to all others who mourn her passing; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for her family and that when the Texas House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Marguerite Caruthers.