81R591 BPG-D
By: Hilderbran H.R. No. 19
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The family and friends of Karon Diane Risher of
Kerrville suffered a great loss with her passing on August 18, 2007,
at the age of 61; and
WHEREAS, Born to Lillian and Clarence Dworak in Houston on
November 12, 1945, the former Karon Dworak earned degrees in art and
English from Sam Houston State University, where she met her
husband, John I. Risher, Jr.; they were married in 1968 and became
the parents of four treasured daughters, Caroline, Gina, Wendy, and
Rebecca; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Risher earned her teaching certificate from
McMurry University and was devoted to her profession; she became a
valued member of the faculty at Peterson Middle School; in
addition, she was active in the Eta Xi chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma
Society International, an educator's association; and
WHEREAS, A loving wife, mother, and grandmother, Mrs. Risher
enjoyed spending time with her family, especially kayaking together
on the Llano River; she was also an avid reader who loved to learn,
and she was fond of gardening and bird-watching; she was a
parishioner of Notre Dame Catholic Church; and
WHEREAS, Although Karon Risher is deeply missed by all who
were privileged to share in her life, her friends and family may
take comfort in recalling the many happy times spent in her company;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Karon Diane Risher
and extend sincere condolences to the members of her family: to her
husband, John I. Risher, Jr.; to her daughters, Caroline, Gina,
Wendy, and Rebecca Risher; to her grandson, Nicholas V. Baca; to her
mother, Lillian Dworak; to her sister, Vicki L. Hensley; and to her
other relatives and friends; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the members of her family and that when the Texas House
of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Karon
Diane Dworak Risher.