H.R. No. 581
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Family and friends will long cherish their memories
of May Louise Sweeden of Richardson, who passed away on October 19,
2013, at the age of 78; and
WHEREAS, Born to William and Zelma Core in Vickery on June 17,
1935, the former Louise Core graduated from Richardson High School
in 1953 and went on to achieve local renown for her culinary
prowess; she started her own company, Weddings and Celebrations, in
1978, catering thousands of weddings, civic functions, and
luncheons over the next several decades; and
WHEREAS, In August 1957, she married John P. Sweeden of
Arkansas, and the couple enjoyed a richly rewarding union that
spanned 51 years; together, they raised two beloved sons, John and
Robin; nurturing all those around her, Louise Sweeden was the
devoted matriarch of a family that also included her niece,
nephews, and grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, This warm and caring woman enriched the lives of
many during her journey on this earth, and those who were privileged
to share in her love and friendship will long hold her close in
their hearts; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of May Louise Sweeden and
extend sincere sympathy to the members of her family: to her sons,
John F. Sweeden and his wife, Kellie, and Robin M. Sweeden and his
wife, Phyllis; to her nephews, Billy W. Core and his wife, Sharon,
and Eddie R. Core; to her niece, Fredda L. Holmes; to her
grandchildren; 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 May Louise
Sweeden.
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 581 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on March 5, 2015.
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Chief Clerk of the House