84R3863 WG-D
By: Flynn H.R. No. 100
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The legislative community lost one of its own with
the passing of an esteemed colleague, Julia Alexandra Bass, the
longtime journal clerk of the Texas House of Representatives, on
November 5, 2014, at the age of 51; and
WHEREAS, Born in Grand Saline on November 30, 1962, to Judge
Bill Bass and Patsy McMurray Bass, Julia Bass graduated from
St. Mary's Hall High School in San Antonio and pursued her higher
education at The University of Texas at Austin, where she earned a
bachelor's degree in English language and literature; and
WHEREAS, This accomplished woman began her career in state
government in 1994, when she joined the staff of the Texas House of
Representatives; Ms. Bass went on to serve the citizens of the Lone
Star State with the utmost dedication during an outstanding career
that spanned more than two decades; noted for her commitment to
excellence, she held the title of journal clerk from the 78th
through the 83rd Legislative Sessions, handling her duties with
exceptional skill and attention to detail over the course of her
remarkable tenure; and
WHEREAS, In addition to earning the respect of others for her
invaluable professional contributions, Ms. Bass was admired by
many for the grace, humor, and courage with which she lived her
life, which was challenged early by scoliosis and later by cancer;
finding joy in life despite these hardships, she delighted in the
company of her loved ones, including her favorite four-legged
companions, and in her free time, she took pleasure in jewelry
making, traveling, and writing, and together with her sister, she
published two novels of historical fiction; and
WHEREAS, Although her journey on this earth ended far too
soon, Julia Bass was blessed with a caring and cheerful nature and
an indomitable spirit that won her many friends, and she will not
soon be forgotten by all those who were privileged to know her; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Julia Alexandra Bass
and extend sincere condolences to the members of her family: to her
parents, Judge Bill Bass and Patsy Bass; to her brother, James; to
her sisters, Suzie and Elizabeth; to her godsister, Shatzie; to her
nephews, Will and Zack; 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 Julia
Alexandra Bass.