83R9074 JWI-D
By: Burkett H.R. No. 728
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, A life made rich by meaningful service drew to a
close with the death of Balch Springs City Council member Karen Gray
on February 4, 2013; and
WHEREAS, Born in 1951, Ms. Gray made her home in Balch
Springs for 28 years, during which time she became an active member
of the community; and
WHEREAS, She served three terms on the city council, applying
her expertise as a financial advisor to help ensure the city's
fiscal health; in addition, she contributed to the area as a member
of the Dallas County Water Control and Improvement District Board
of Directors, the Balch Springs Planning and Zoning Commission, the
Civil Service Commission, and the Animal Advisory Board; and
WHEREAS, Committed to enhancing the quality of life in Balch
Springs, Karen Gray set an outstanding example of leadership and
dedication that remains to inspire all those who knew her; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Karen Gray and extend
deepest sympathy to her family 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 Karen Gray.