SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 598
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Thelma Franklin on the grand occasion of her 101st
birthday; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary lady, Thelma Franklin is known for
her generosity of spirit and is a beloved member of her
community; and
WHEREAS, Thelma Franklin was born on March 14, 1914, in
Shreveport, Louisiana, to Amanda and Richard Smith; she was the
13th of 15 children in the family; she has lived through times and
experienced events that many people only know through history
books; her life has given her a unique perspective on
contemporary events, and there is much to be learned from the
wisdom she has gained through the years; and
WHEREAS, She enjoyed a long and productive career with
Mercantile Bank of Dallas, and today, she takes great pleasure in
creating lovely quilts and reading her Bible; a devout Christian
who practices her faith in her daily life, she is a member of
Turning Point Ministry Church in Dallas; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Franklin was blessed with seven children,
and two are still living; she is noted for her warmth and her
wisdom, and she inspires those around her with her enthusiasm for
living each day to the fullest; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to Thelma Franklin on her 101st
birthday; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
her as a memento of this occasion.
West
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 21, 2015.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate