82R20031 JNC-D By: Anderson of McLennan H.R. No. 1556 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The wisdom and experience of centenarians are a source of enduring inspiration, and it is indeed a pleasure to honor Letha Avery of Waco for having joined this elite group of Texans; and WHEREAS, Born on March 13, 1911, Ms. Avery has seen her own story play out against the backdrop of a uniquely eventful period in history; and WHEREAS, Through the years, she has enriched the lives of those around her with her kind and caring ways, and she has in turn been blessed with decades of wonderful memories; and WHEREAS, Letha Avery holds a special place in the hearts of her loved ones, and she may reflect with great satisfaction on a century of life well lived; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Letha Avery on the remarkable milestone of her 100th 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. Avery as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.