82R26875 MGR-D By: Gooden H.R. No. 1969 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Billie Sue Squires of Terrell retired from American National Bank on April 15, 2011, drawing to a close an outstanding tenure with the bank that spanned four and a half decades; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Squires went to work at American National Bank in the bookkeeping department when she was just 18; an accurate, unselfish, and devoted employee, she served in a number of capacities and led the note department at a time when notes had to be written by hand and balanced once a month in a general ledger; she consistently offered superior customer service and also pitched in behind the scenes, helping to clean out the vault and decorate for Christmas; and WHEREAS, She has also been an active community volunteer, supporting the Chamber of Commerce among other organizations, and in all of her endeavors, she enjoys the love and support of her husband, Mackey, a retired Dallas firefighter; following her retirement, she plans to travel and spend more time with her family and friends; and WHEREAS, Throughout her career, Billie Sue Squires has epitomized the definition of community banker, and her dedication, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence set an outstanding example for all who follow in her footsteps; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Billie Sue Squires on her retirement from American National Bank and extend to her sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mrs. Squires as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.