SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 8

In Memory

of

Mary Undeen Cooper Thompson

WHEREAS, A full and generous life drew to a close with the passing of Mary Undeen Cooper Thompson of Marshall on December 4, 2018, at the age of 102; and

WHEREAS, The former Mary Undeen Cooper was born in Marshall on September 24, 1916, the fourth of 11 children of Homer and Eva Cooper; and

WHEREAS, A devoted wife and mother, she shared a rewarding marriage of 73 years with her husband, John Thompson Sr., who preceded her in death; she took great pride in her three children, Carolyn, Thelma, and John, and she experienced the joy of welcoming into her family six grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, Mrs. Thompson served in several ministries as a faithful member of Saint Mark Missionary Baptist Church, and she was also active in her community; and

WHEREAS, Although Mary Thompson is greatly missed, this beloved woman has left her family and friends with many cherished memories, and she will forever hold a special place in their hearts; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the life of Mary Cooper Thompson and extend sincere sympathy to her daughters, Carolyn King and her husband, Eddie, and Thelma Silmon and her husband, John; to her son, John Thompson Jr., and his wife, Carolyn; to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and to her other relatives and friends; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be prepared for her family and that when the Texas Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Mary Cooper Thompson.

Hughes

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 16, 2019, by a rising vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate