84R27350 MGB-F
By: Guillen H.R. No. 2438
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The House of Representatives of the State of Texas
is pleased to recognize Lillie Mae Wieding for her many
contributions to the Three Rivers community and her exceptional
service as president of First State Bank; and
WHEREAS, Lillie Mae Wieding was valedictorian of her
graduating class at Three Rivers High School; she began her career
at First State Bank as a bookkeeper in 1951, when bank records were
kept in hand-written ledger books and the terms of a home loan fit
on a single page; and
WHEREAS, Through the years, she learned the details of the
banking business by working in a wide variety of positions; she
served as a cashier, teller, loan officer, and vice president; she
was elected to the board of directors and named bank president in
1990; and
WHEREAS, Under her outstanding leadership, the bank
continued to grow and prosper and to play an important role in the
life of the community; she established the annual tradition of the
bank's free holiday dinner, and she helped many people to maintain
their businesses; in addition, she has served on numerous community
boards, has been a member of many organizations and clubs, and is a
lifetime member of Our Savior Lutheran Church; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary lady, she is beloved and respected by
area citizens, and it is truly fitting that she receive special
recognition for her generous spirit and her many achievements; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize Lillie Mae Wieding for her exceptional
contributions to the people of Three Rivers as a community leader
and as president of First State Bank and extend to her best wishes
for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for her as an expression of high regard by the Texas House
of Representatives.