SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 133
In Memory
of
Bernice Marie DeWese
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of San Antonio in mourning the loss of Bernice Marie
DeWese, who died June 13, 2011, at the age of 90; and
WHEREAS, Bernice Marie DeWese was born October 11, 1920, in
San Antonio; she met James DeWese while dining at his family's
restaurant, DeWese's Tip Top Café, in 1945, and they were married
the next year; and
WHEREAS, Following their marriage, Mrs. DeWese worked at
the restaurant for a short time before devoting herself to
raising their three children; she returned to the café in the
1970s and became a major force in its success, performing every
task vital to ensure its smooth operation, including waiting
tables, running the cash register, and hiring employees; and
WHEREAS, For three decades, she dedicated her life to
maintaining the restaurant's family atmosphere and
patron-friendly environment; her genuine concern for people led
her to create a work environment that made employees feel like
they were members of her family; and
WHEREAS, A woman of courage, strength, and compassion, she
gave unselfishly to others, and her generosity, her impressive
work ethic, and her enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest
will not be forgotten by those who were privileged to share in her
life; and
WHEREAS, She was a devoted wife, 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, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere
condolences to the bereaved family of Bernice Marie DeWese: her
daughters, Linda DeWese and Loretta Hettler; and her two
grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
and that when the Senate adjourns this day, it do so in memory of
Bernice Marie DeWese.
Van de Putte
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on June 28, 2011, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate