SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 414
In Memory
of
Glynis Renee Rhodes-Brown
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
residents of Fort Worth in mourning the loss of Glynis Renee
Rhodes-Brown, who died February 16, 2013; and
WHEREAS, A remarkable woman of faith and integrity, Glynis
Rhodes-Brown was the wife of pastor Douglas E. Brown, who presides
over the Great Commission Baptist Church in Fort Worth; and
WHEREAS, A tireless community servant, Glynis Rhodes-Brown
was deeply admired by members of the congregation, and many
considered her to be an instrumental factor in the growth of
Great Commission Baptist Church; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Rhodes-Brown, who was affectionately called
"Sis G," served as first lady of the Fort Worth church for 20
years; since 1993, when her husband took over the pastoral reins,
the Great Commission Baptist Church congregation has grown by
nearly 4,000 members; and
WHEREAS, As the wife of a minister, Mrs. Rhodes-Brown well
understood the importance of tending to the needs of her fellow
congregants; she listened to their concerns with compassion, and
she encouraged them to reach their potential and to soldier on in
difficult times; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Rhodes-Brown was also a devoted mother; she
and Reverend Brown were exceedingly proud of their two daughters,
Phairen and Kaitlyn, who will remember their mother's courageous
attitude toward life and her love for others and for God; Glynis
Rhodes-Brown leaves her family with many memories that will long
be treasured; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Glynis Renee Rhodes-Brown; 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 Glynis "Sis G" Rhodes-Brown.
Davis
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 6, 2013, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate