H.R. No. 2347
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, With her retirement at the close of the 2008-2009
school year, educator Ruby Leona Gates concludes a notable career
with the Northside Independent School District in San Antonio; and
WHEREAS, A native Texan, Ruby Leona Williams was born in
Roscoe to Aubrey and Rosie Williams; she grew up in Hermleigh and
later earned a degree from Angelo State University; and
WHEREAS, In 1972, she married Lieutenant Ned Gates, and the
couple's military travels took them to Webb Air Force Base in Big
Spring and on to California, Nebraska, Okinawa, and England before
they settled in the Alamo City; today, this devoted mother of three
sons, Jeff, Travis, and Sam, and "Nana" to granddaughter, Zoey,
delights in her treasured family that also includes a
daughter-in-law, Mary; and
WHEREAS, Since joining the faculty of William H. Taft High
School in 1989, Mrs. Gates has influenced scores of young people on
their journey to becoming engaged, productive citizens; she was
instrumental in the development of Taft's special education
program, which has grown to a current enrollment of 35; and
WHEREAS, A devout congregant of St. Brigid's Catholic Church,
Mrs. Gates is widely known for her Southern charm, her
award-winning sweet potato pies, and her skill as a Bunko player;
and
WHEREAS, Ruby Gates has long contributed her talents in
behalf of her profession, her family, and her community, and her
retirement offers a welcome opportunity to reflect on her many
achievements; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Ruby Leona Gates on her retirement
from Taft High School and extend to her sincere best wishes for
happiness and good fortune in the years ahead; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mrs. Gates as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Castro
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2347 was adopted by the House on May
25, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House