SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 678
In Memory
of
Geraldine Brinck
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Fort Worth in mourning the loss of Geraldine Brinck,
who died March 22, 2013, at the age of 81; and
WHEREAS, Jerry Brinck was born January 10, 1932, in Waco;
after graduating from Waco High School, she entered Baylor
University as a voice and music student, but her affinity for
working with children led her to change her major to elementary
education; while attending the university, she was nominated for
Baylor Beauty and Homecoming Queen; and
WHEREAS, She was married to John Brinck for 59 years, and
they raised three children and were blessed with four
grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Brinck began a long and fulfilling career as
a school teacher in 1967 in Kennedale and retired from James F.
Delaney Primary School after 30 years of exemplary service; she
was active in community and professional affairs and was a member
of Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority, the Baylor Alumni Association, and
the Texas Retired Teachers Association; and
WHEREAS, She was known for her beautiful voice and often sang
solo in churches and for radio stations and special events; and
WHEREAS, A woman of courage, strength, and dignity, she
gave generously to others, and her wisdom, warmth, and valued
counsel will not be forgotten by those who knew her; and
WHEREAS, She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother,
and she leaves behind memories that will be cherished forever by
her family and many friends; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Geraldine Brinck; 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 Jerry Brinck.
Davis
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 16, 2013, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate