85R17609 JCD-D
By: Hefner H.R. No. 953
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, A full and purposeful life drew to a close with the
passing of Hazel Bennett Spearman of Pittsburg, Texas, on March 11,
2017, at the age of 93; and
WHEREAS, The daughter of Warren and Myrtle Bennett, the
former Hazel Bennett was born in Wood County on September 29, 1923;
she enjoyed a career as a teacher before going into business with
her husband, George Spearman; together, the couple owned B & S True
Value Hardware & Lumber, and over the years, they became the proud
parents of two sons, Steve Spearman and his wife, Beverly, and Tim
Spearman and his wife, Pam; their family later grew to include four
grandchildren, Chad, Chet, and Jenny Spearman, and Lindsey Van
Curen, as well as seven great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, An active member of her community, Mrs. Spearman was
a longtime congregant of the First United Methodist Church of
Pittsburg, and she also belonged to the Bridge Club; and
WHEREAS, Although Hazel Spearman is greatly missed, this
beloved woman has left her family and friends with many cherished
memories, and she will forever hold a special place in their hearts;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Hazel Bennett
Spearman and extend sincere condolences to all who mourn her loss;
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 Hazel
Spearman.