88R28641 KSM-D
 
  By: Gutierrez S.R. No. 587
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, The tragic passing of Maranda Gail Mathis of Uvalde
  on May 24, 2022, at the age of 11, brought an unimaginable loss to
  the many people who loved and cherished her; and
         WHEREAS, Maranda Mathis was born in Gainesville, Florida, on
  May 6, 2011, to Deanna Gornto and Brian Mathis Jr.; she grew up with
  the companionship of a brother, Bruce, and she was further blessed
  with the affectionate support of her grandfather and
  great-grandmother and a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins; and
         WHEREAS, Shy and sweet, Maranda enjoyed spending time
  outdoors, where her pursuits included collecting rocks, shells, and
  feathers; she had a kind heart, an engaging smile, and a vivid
  imagination, and she often expressed her love for unicorns and
  mermaids, particularly those that were her favorite colors, purple
  and pink; and
         WHEREAS, Although her time on this earth was far too brief,
  Maranda Gail Mathis was a ray of light in the lives of those who held
  her dear, and they will never forget the abundant happiness that she
  brought to them; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 88th Texas Legislature
  hereby pay tribute to the memory of Maranda Gail Mathis and extend
  deepest condolences to the members of her family: to her parents,
  Deanna Gornto and Brian Mathis Jr.; to her grandfather, Brian
  Mathis Sr.; to her great-grandmother, Margie Mathis; to her
  brother, Bruce Mathis; to her aunts, Angela Turner, Pamela Lucas,
  Jean Gornto, Barbara Miller, and Carol Miller; to her uncles,
  Melvin Mathis, Ted Gornto Sr., Quinten Mathis, James D. Miller, and
  Greg Garland; to her numerous cousins; and to the countless others
  in Uvalde and beyond 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 Senate adjourns this
  day, it do so in memory of Maranda Mathis.