SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 721
In Memory
of
Joann Curran Zaleski
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the
citizens of Austin in mourning the loss of Joann Curran Zaleski,
who died April 21, 2015, at the age of 63; and
WHEREAS, Joann Curran was born on January 12, 1952, in
Abilene, and she graduated from Rider High School in Wichita
Falls in 1970; and
WHEREAS, She earned a degree in design from the University of
North Texas and worked for a time in fashion merchandising before
enrolling at The University of Texas at Austin, where she earned a
degree in early childhood education and a teaching certificate; and
WHEREAS, She shared 29 years of marriage with Peter
Zaleski, and they were blessed with two daughters and a grandson
who were a source of immense pride and joy; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Zaleski was dedicated to her work as a
prekindergarten teacher at Zavala Elementary School for 32
years; she cared deeply for her students, many of whom benefited
from her personal assistance in times of need, and she was known
as a source of support and guidance to her colleagues; and
WHEREAS, Joann Zaleski was respected and admired for her
outstanding career as a teacher and for her many contributions to
the community; she leaves behind memories that will long be
cherished 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 Joann Curran Zaleski; 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 Joann Zaleski.
Watson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 6, 2015, by a
rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate