83S20495 JNC-D
By: Crownover H.R. No. 101
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, No words can soften the pain of a life cut short,
but the family and friends of Casey Lee Whitley Damen may find
comfort in their memories of this beloved woman, who passed away on
July 9, 2013, at the age of 34; and
WHEREAS, The former Casey Whitley was born in Weslaco on
August 12, 1978, to David and Bonnie Whitley and grew up with the
company of her sister, Courtney; she earned her bachelor's degree
in business from Southwestern University, where she was active in
Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, and she went on to establish a notable
career as a forensic analyst with the Travis County District
Attorney's Office; and
WHEREAS, She and her husband, Jason Damen, enjoyed a
rewarding marriage, and she also treasured the time she spent with
the other members of her family; a spirited individual who lived
life to the fullest, she delighted in pursuing her passion for
fishing, golfing, and traveling; through the years, she visited the
Florida Keys, Colorado, British Columbia, Belize, the Outer Banks
of North Carolina, and all corners of Texas; and
WHEREAS, Though deeply saddened by her passing, those who
were fortunate enough to share in the affection and friendship of
Casey Damen will continue to reflect on the courage, wit, and
positive outlook with which she lived her life, and they will
forever hold her close in their hearts; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby pay tribute to the life of
Casey Lee Whitley Damen and extend sincere sympathy to the members
of her family: to her husband, Jason Damen; to her parents, David
and Bonnie Whitley; to her sister, Courtney Mitchell, and her
husband, Shane; to her brother-in-law, John Damen, and his wife,
Lauren; to her parents-in-law, Mike and Marion Damen; to her
nieces, Whitley Mitchell, Charley Mitchell, and Katherine Etta
Damen; to her grandmother, Peggy Whitley; to her aunts and uncles,
Marlee and Gary Schwarz, Beth and Marty Masso, and Darla Burton; and
to her other relatives and many 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 Casey Lee
Whitley Damen.