SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 577
In Memory
of
Whitney Cotton
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas honors and
commemorates the life of Whitney Cotton, who died March 15, 2015,
at the age of 41; and
WHEREAS, Whitney Cotton was born on January 2, 1974, in
Silsbee, to Leola and William Cotton; he graduated from Buna High
School, where he was a standout athlete in football and
weightlifting; and
WHEREAS, He moved to Austin to attend college and to begin
a career; after working for a time in the computer industry, he
embarked on a career in real estate, which allowed him to pursue
his passion for helping others by assisting them in finding homes
for their families; and
WHEREAS, A devout Christian who practiced his faith in his
daily life, Mr. Cotton was a member of Mount Sinai Missionary
Baptist Church; he was a source of strength to those in need of
support or shelter, and he strived to provide people with the
things they needed to succeed in life; and
WHEREAS, He was a man of courage and compassion who gave
unselfishly to others, and his wisdom, his generous spirit, and
his enthusiasm for living each day to the fullest will not be
forgotten by those who were privileged to share in his life; and
WHEREAS, He was a devoted and loving son and brother, and
he leaves behind memories that will be treasured forever by his
family and many friends; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby extend sincere condolences to the bereaved
family of Whitney Cotton; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
his 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 Whitney Cotton.
Watson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 20, 2015, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate