SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 868
In Memory
of
Erma Kate Johnson
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Oakland, California, in mourning the loss of Erma
Kate Johnson, who died March 30, 2011, at the age of 80; and
WHEREAS, A native Texan, she was born on June 2, 1930, to
Lizzie and Frank Evans; and
WHEREAS, Erma Johnson was a resident of Oakland for 43
years and was a longtime employee of Kaiser Hospital; she enjoyed
planning and hosting parties and was an active member of Brookins
African Methodist Episcopal Church; and
WHEREAS, She moved to San Jose shortly before her death,
and she is survived by her son and his wife, Christopher and
Barbara, and by numerous nieces and nephews; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary lady, Erma Johnson was respected in
the community for her accomplishments; and
WHEREAS, A woman of integrity, strength, and generosity,
she gave unselfishly of her time to others, and her wisdom and
warmth will not be forgotten by those who knew her; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Erma Johnson; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the members of 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 Erma Kate Johnson.
Ellis
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 28, 2011, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate