H.R. No. 833
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Memories of a life filled with joyful times and
meaningful accomplishments remain to comfort the family and friends
of Carol Ann Watson Hinds of Waxahachie, who passed away on February
15, 2017, at the age of 83; and
WHEREAS, Born on November 1, 1933, in Italy, Texas, the
former Carol Ann Watson was the daughter of Elvis and Myrtle Watson;
after graduating from Italy High School in 1950, she earned her
bachelor's degree in psychology from The University of Texas at
Dallas in 1985 and went on to complete the course requirements for a
master's degree in psychology; and
WHEREAS, She exchanged wedding vows with Don Hinds on
December 26, 1953, and the couple shared a rewarding marriage
before his passing; Mrs. Hinds worked for Hunt Oil in the late
1950s, and in 1960, she left paid employment to fully devote herself
to her home and family, which grew to include three sons, Clay,
Vance, and Jarrett; through the years, she was further blessed with
seven grandchildren, Katelyn, Jacob, Taylor, Chesley, Emma, Don,
and Madeleine, as well as two great-grandchildren, Jett and Jaci;
and
WHEREAS, This vibrant, gracious woman was an avid bridge
player who achieved life master status with the American Contract
Bridge League, and she also had a passion for reading and horse
racing; she was a member of Central Presbyterian Church in
Waxahachie, and she always cherished the time she spent with her
beloved friends and family; and
WHEREAS, Treasured for her kindness and generosity, Carol Ann
Hinds made an indelible impression on all who shared in the warmth
of her affection, and they will forever hold her close to their
hearts; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Carol Ann Watson Hinds
and extend sincere sympathy to all who mourn her passing; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for her family and that when the Texas House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Carol Ann
Hinds.
Wray
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 833 was unanimously adopted by a
rising vote of the House on March 23, 2017.
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Chief Clerk of the House