SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 573
In Memory
of
Caroline Natalie Richards
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Austin in mourning the loss of Caroline Natalie
Richards, who died January 9, 2015, at the young age of 12; and
WHEREAS, Caroline was the treasured daughter of Mark and
Lauren Richards and granddaughter of Jane and Lawrence Graham;
she attended Hyde Park Middle School, where she excelled in
athletics and was always surrounded by friends; and
WHEREAS, She was a happy child who was known for her
vibrant smile, even in the face of her struggle with
osteosarcoma; her generosity knew no bounds, and she was always
there to help those who she felt needed support; and
WHEREAS, She loved sports, giant hair bows, shopping, and
singing, and she cherished time spent with her labradoodles,
Talulah and Olive; and
WHEREAS, Caroline was proud to be honored as one of five
ambassadors of the Saint Baldrick's Foundation, an organization
that raises funds for pediatric cancer research and provides
support to families; and
WHEREAS, This brave young girl enriched the lives of all
who knew her through her love, laughter, and kindness; her
dauntless spirit was an inspiration to many, and she leaves
behind memories that will be treasured forever by all who were
privileged to share in her life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Caroline Natalie Richards; 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 Caroline Richards.
Watson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 15, 2015, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate