SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 395
 
 
  In Memory
  of
  Patricia C. Rogers
 
         WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
  commemorates the life of Patricia Carla Rogers, who died on
  March 30, 2023, at the age of 63; and
 
         WHEREAS, Countless lives were touched by the kindness and
  generosity of Patti Rogers, whose rich and meaningful life was
  filled with gratitude, love, and joyful purpose; led by her
  servant's heart, she faithfully served as a teacher, role model,
  and mentor to many and was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother,
  and friend; and
 
         WHEREAS, Born on January 23, 1960, Patricia Rogers was an
  exemplary Texas citizen and an esteemed member of her community;
  she led a rewarding career as an educator for three decades, and
  she served as an elementary school teacher in the Birdville and
  Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School Districts, where she
  was respected and admired by her students and colleagues; and
 
         WHEREAS, Truly dedicated to her calling in education and in
  serving others, Patti made a positive difference in the lives of
  innumerable schoolchildren, teachers, and families through her
  compassionate encouragement and her skillful guidance as an
  educator; over the course of her teaching career, she received
  recognition for her accomplishments and for her outstanding
  commitment to education, which included being awarded Teacher of
  the Year for the Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School
  District; and
 
         WHEREAS, Patti was a devoted wife and mother and a
  cherished daughter, sister, and grandmother; she raised her
  children by loving, faithful example, and they were a source of
  great pride and joy in her life; Patti was also blessed with
  grandchildren, whom she adored, and who enriched her life
  immeasurably; a dear friend to so many, Patti played an integral
  role in the lives of her loved ones, and she was a source of
  inspiration and light in the lives of those around her; and
 
         WHEREAS, A woman of loyalty, strength, and grace, Patti's
  bright and joyous spirit was appreciated by all who knew her, and
  her contributions to her community and to the field of elementary
  education in Texas leave a lasting legacy of excellence and
  service; her love for her family and her dedication to serving
  others will not be forgotten, and her memory will be forever
  treasured by her family and by all who were privileged to share in
  her life; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
  Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
  family of Patricia Carla Rogers; and, be it further
 
         RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
  her 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 Patti Rogers.
 
  Hancock, Parker
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on April 6, 2023, by a
    rising vote.
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate
   
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate