H.R. No. 933
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, A 101st birthday is indeed cause for celebration,
and Annella Lewis Baker of Waco marked that significant milestone
in her life on February 8, 2013; and
WHEREAS, Born to Watson and Berdie Lewis in 1912, the former
Annella Lewis was the youngest of three children; she grew up in
McGregor and attended public schools there; and
WHEREAS, Among the many jobs she held over the years, her
favorite was her tenure with the Waco Independent School District,
where she was employed for more than three decades and was known for
her dedication and her fair decisions; affectionately called
"Mrs. Nell" or "Mama Nell," Mrs. Baker is a valued member of the
St. Luke African Methodist Episcopal Church of Waco; and
WHEREAS, A source of wisdom and inspiration, Annella Baker
has witnessed a panorama of change during a historic century, and
her 101st birthday offers a welcome opportunity to remind her of the
special place she holds in the hearts of her many loved ones; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Annella Lewis Baker on her 101st
birthday and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued
happiness; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mrs. Baker as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Anderson
______________________________
Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 933 was adopted by the House on March
27, 2013, by a non-record vote.
______________________________
Chief Clerk of the House