H.R. No. 1553
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The 63rd birthday of an esteemed Texan is indeed
cause for celebration, and Gwendolynn J. Murray of Dallas is
commemorating this noteworthy occasion on May 1, 2009; and
WHEREAS, A sixth-generation Texan, Ms. Murray was born in San
Antonio in 1946; she attended Texas Tech University in Lubbock and
earned her bachelor's degree in child development and family
relations; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Murray has shared a fulfilling relationship of
40 years with her husband, Kipp Murray, and the couple's life
together has been further enriched by a family that includes their
daughter, Megan, their son, Reed, and their daughter-in-law, Alex,
as well as twin granddaughters; and
WHEREAS, For seven years, Ms. Murray was employed by American
Petrofina; more recently, she became a charter board member of High
Adventure Treks for Dads and Daughters, a nonprofit corporation
founded by her husband to build strong bonds between fathers and
daughters through outdoor activities; and
WHEREAS, This devoted wife and mother has also demonstrated
her commitment to the wider community, giving generously of her
time and talent in key roles in numerous civic and charitable
organizations; and
WHEREAS, Gwendolynn Murray has greatly enhanced the lives of
her family and many friends, and she has earned a special place in
the hearts of all who are fortunate enough to know her; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Gwendolynn Murray on the occasion
of her 63rd birthday and extend to her sincere best wishes for
continued happiness; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Ms. Murray as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Kent
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1553 was adopted by the House on April
30, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House