SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 540
In Memory
of
Jayne Harris
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of San Antonio in mourning the loss of Jayne Harris, who
died February 27, 2011, at the age of 82; and
WHEREAS, Jayne Harris was born on April 11, 1928, in Alice,
Texas; and
WHEREAS, She was dedicated to her work as a homemaker and
became a prominent leader in her community; she was a supporter
of several charities and volunteered her time and efforts on
behalf of the Vietnam Memorial and Alpha Home; and
WHEREAS, She was noted for her deep-seated commitment to
the Republican Party and for her hard work on numerous Republican
campaigns, and she was inducted into the Texas Republican Women's
Hall of Fame; and
WHEREAS, Jayne Harris was an exemplary citizen who was
respected in the community for her many accomplishments; she was
a devout Christian and a member of Wayside Chapel; and
WHEREAS, A woman of integrity, strength, and generosity,
she gave unselfishly to others, and her wisdom, warmth, and
valued counsel will not be forgotten by those who knew her; and
WHEREAS, Jayne Harris was a devoted mother and grandmother,
and she leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by her
family and many friends; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Jayne Harris: her daughters and son-in-law, Jayne and
Waymond Lightfoot and Cheryl Harris; her sons, Daniel Harris and
Bobby Harris; her sister, Bettye King; and her 16 grandchildren
and five great-grandchildren; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
her family as an expression of deepest sympathy from the Texas
Senate, and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in
memory of Jayne Harris.
Wentworth
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 16, 2011, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate