SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 419
In Memory
of
Karen E. Gray
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Balch Springs in mourning the loss of longtime city
council member Karen E. Gray, who died February 4, 2013; and
WHEREAS, Karen Gray was an exceptional public servant
whose dedication, professionalism, and determination to do the
right thing had a profound impact on her community; and
WHEREAS, Karen Gray moved to Balch Springs as a young woman
and soon became active in the life of the city she adopted as her
hometown; she served as a volunteer for numerous organizations in
addition to her work in public service; and
WHEREAS, Karen served for three terms on the city council,
and during her tenure, she focused her efforts on ensuring that
the city remained fiscally sound; she also served on the Dallas
County Water Control and Improvement District 6 Board of
Directors, the Balch Springs Planning and Zoning Commission, the
Civil Service Commission, and the Animal Advisory Board; and
WHEREAS, A woman of integrity, kindness, and courage, she
earned the respect and admiration of her colleagues and area
citizens, and her generous spirit and enthusiasm for living each
day to the fullest will not be forgotten by those who were
privileged to share in her life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family and friends of Karen E. Gray; 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 Karen Gray.
Deuell
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 12, 2013, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate