SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 114
In Memory
of
Elise Ybarra
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas joins the citizens
of Abilene in mourning the loss of Detective Elise Ybarra, who died
in the line of duty August 6, 2017, at the age of 33; and
WHEREAS, Elise Ybarra was an exemplary citizen and a
peace officer who was widely respected and admired for her
dedication to her profession and for her many contributions to
her community; and
WHEREAS, Detective Ybarra began her career in law
enforcement as a member of the Sedalia Police Department in
Missouri; in 2014, she joined the Abilene Police Department and
served as a patrol officer before transferring to the Special
Victims Unit as a child abuse investigator in 2016; and
WHEREAS, Over the course of her career, she handled the
unique challenges of law enforcement duty with courage,
professionalism, and a deep commitment to public service; and
WHEREAS, She and her beloved husband, Adam, were blessed
with a daughter, who was a source of much pride and joy for her; and
WHEREAS, A woman of strength, compassion, and integrity,
she gave unselfishly to others, and her enthusiasm for living
each day to the fullest will not be forgotten by those who were
privileged to share in her life; and
WHEREAS, She was a devoted wife and mother, and she leaves
behind memories that will be treasured forever by her family and
many friends; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby extend sincere condolences
to the bereaved family of Elise Ybarra; 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 Elise Ybarra.
Buckingham
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on August 10, 2017, by
a rising vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate