82R29421 MDM-D
By: Anderson of McLennan H.R. No. 2677
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Family and friends are mourning the loss of Martha
Ann Belcher of Waco, who passed away on May 9, 2011, at the age of
75; and
WHEREAS, Born on March 31, 1936, in Fort Worth, the former
Martha Ann Pool was the only child of Jack and Estelle Pool; in
1954, she moved from Houston to Waco with her parents and enrolled
at Baylor University; she completed almost all the requirements for
graduation before serious illness compelled her to leave school;
and
WHEREAS, Martha Pool and Roy Belcher exchanged their wedding
vows on April 30, 1960, and the couple shared a devoted union of 51
years; together with her husband, Mrs. Belcher was a valued member
of Richfield Christian Church, and after health challenges
prevented her from attending services, she and Mr. Belcher enjoyed
watching church programs on television; and
WHEREAS, Long involved with the Order of the Eastern Star,
Mrs. Belcher was a past matron of Lorena Chapter No. 1124 and a
50-year member of Waco Chapter No. 7; she founded the Heart O' Texas
Hallmark Ornament Collectors Club, which generated many new
friendships over the years, and she maintained a lasting pen pal
relationship; and
WHEREAS, Among the many family relationships that
Mrs. Belcher cherished were those with her Grandmother Purser,
Uncle Jadi, cousin Jim Purser, and cousin Betty; and
WHEREAS, Beloved for her warmth, kindness, and generous
spirit, Martha Belcher enriched immeasurably the lives of her
family and friends, and they will forever hold her close in their
hearts; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Martha Ann Belcher and
extend sincere condolences to her husband, Roy Belcher; to her
husband's cousin, D'Ann Martin; to her close friend, Doris West; and
to her other relatives and friends; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for her family and that when the Texas House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Martha Ann
Belcher.