88R31675 TBO-D
 
  By: Toth H.R. No. 2213
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, A rich and purposeful life drew to a close with the
  passing of Kathryn Jean Nielsen Ross on May 15, 2023, at the age of
  63; and
         WHEREAS, The daughter of Howard Nielsen and Norita Kitter
  Nielsen, the former Kathy Nielsen was born in Dayton, Ohio, on July
  1, 1959, and she grew up with the companionship of a brother,
  Steven; and
         WHEREAS, Ms. Ross enjoyed a long and rewarding career as a
  social worker, and she later established her own business to help
  young girls in need; engaged in politics, she served as a Republican
  precinct chair, and she was involved in a number of conservative
  political groups; in addition, she found great strength in her
  faith and gave generously of her time and talents to several church
  ministries and prayer groups; and
         WHEREAS, Ms. Ross was a devoted mother to her daughter,
  Hannah; in her leisure hours, she liked to read and spend time with
  loved ones, and her life was further enriched by her passion for
  food, fashion, and flowers; and
         WHEREAS, Admired for her wisdom, generosity, and grace, Kathy
  Ross brightened the world for all who knew her, and they will
  forever hold her close in their hearts; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
  Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Kathryn Jean
  Nielsen Ross and extend heartfelt sympathy to the members of her
  family: to her daughter, Hannah Faith Ross; to her brother, Steven
  Nielsen, and his wife, Denise; and to her other relatives and many
  friends; 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 Kathy Ross.