SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 691
WHEREAS, The Senate 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 Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby commend Lillie Mae Wieding on 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 a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
her as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Zaffirini
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 4, 2015.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate