H.R. No. 2606 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Elizabeth Beasley has contributed greatly to the betterment of her community for many years; and WHEREAS, Born in Galveston, Ms. Beasley has lived in Houston for more than four decades; until her retirement, she worked in retail and as an aide at St. Joseph Medical Center; and WHEREAS, Through her work with the Southcrest Community Improvement Association, including service as the association's president, Ms. Beasley has played a vital role in enhancing the quality of life enjoyed by her fellow citizens; and WHEREAS, A woman of strong religious faith, she has been active in Wesley Chapel AME Church, serving as a lay worker, as a volunteer in the church nursery, and as the "coffee lady"; and WHEREAS, Elizabeth Beasley has distinguished herself as an engaged and caring individual who gives generously of her time and energy in behalf of others, and she may indeed take pride in the positive impact she has made in the lives of her friends and neighbors; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby commend Elizabeth Beasley on her service to her community 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. Beasley as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Edwards ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2606 was adopted by the House on May 31, 2009, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House